Balotelli set to be latest signing for Mancini

Posted by Jonathan Palmer on Aug 13, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has confirmed that the club are hot on the trail of Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli, with a deal for James Milner expected to take place within the next week. The Inter striker, who is on his way to Manchester for a medical, could complete his move to City in as little as 24 hours, while Milner is expected to join over the weekend/early next week. The transition of Milner to... 

Gerrard Shines to save England from embarrassing defeat

Posted by Craig Ainscough on Aug 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment

England captain Steven Gerrard produced a jaw-dropping captain’s performance at Wembley to save England from an embarrassing international friendly defeat against an average Hungary oufit. England, who came out on top with a 2-1 victory, were set to face boos and jeers from an angry and disappointed crowd following the team’s exit from the World Cup in South Africa. The reception, however, was somewhat forgiving. Although... 

Liverpool’s takeover bid

Posted by Craig Ainscough on Aug 02, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Chinese billionaire Kenneth Huang has made a direct offer to the Royal Bank of Scotland to purchase Liverpool’s £237m debt and get rid of the club’s current owners, George Gillett and Tom Hicks. Gillett and Hicks have struggled to strike a chord with the club’s fans, so this bid may be welcomed by a large number of the Anfield faithful. However, to delay Mr. Huang’s bid, Gillett has presented...