Arsenal will spend big-money in January

Arsene Wenger is prepared to make more big-money moves at Arsenal, but will also persevere with youth development.

Wenger is a well-known advocate of developing youth players with opportunities in the first-team, while being relatively prudent in the transfer windows.

                

But the Gunners broke their usual practice over the summer with the club record acquisition of Mesut Ozil from Real Madrid.

The Arsenal boss insists that the club will continue to develop players through their renowned academy, but accepts that spending money on established players is essential to keep up in the Premier League.

"Of course, it's a big responsibility to spend that amount of money. But I feel comfortable with it because we had the money to do it. Before we couldn't have done it because we didn't have the money available. It's as simple as that," Wenger told the club's official website.

"I had a huge sense of responsibility when we built the stadium to get the club through it without going bankrupt. The first years were difficult, and also explained why we lost some players.

"Now we are in a more comfortable financial position, I - more than anyone - want the great players to play for Arsenal Football Club. If we have to spend the money to do that, I will spend the money."

Arsenal never lost a game after Ozil's join, and now Arsenal may buy Suarez in January, that will certainly make Arsenal more powerful. 

Iniesta: Why Real Madrid let Ozil go

Real Madrid have admitted that Gareth Bale has a "small chronic disc protrusion" in his back but have denied a report that he has suffered a spinal disc hernia or that there is any risk of him being forced to have surgery. After Marca report about Bale's back problem, more and more Real Madrid fans miss Ozil,

             

Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniestahas also confused why Real Madrid would let Ozil go,"Ozil leave Real Madrid? I'm very confused about it. Ozil is one of those who understand soccer now. But they have their reasons."

Iniesta also told Cadena Ser's El Largueroradio programme he is not worried about his ongoing contract negotiations, insisting he expects to sign a new deal.

Per ESPNFC's Dermot Corrigan, Iniesta told the show money is not in his thinking when it comes to renewing, but rather that he would need to feel comfortable at the club.

Messi‘ biography,the special one

These days, Messi's biography is sold well in Argentina, this book talked about Messi's some personal experience,give us more informations about Messi.

An interesting childhood incident was extracted in the soon-to-be-released biography of Argentine international and Spain’s FC Barcelona striker Lionel Messi. 

  

 
The extract recalls that, “Messi was just 1.25 meters [4 feet 1 inch] tall [at the time], and was sent flying whenever he collided with the kids of his age,” AS quotes. 

The book reveals that the young Messi suffered deep distress as he dealt with his childhood growth issues, asking his doctor Diego Schwarzstein: “Am I going to grow enough to be able to play football?”

“He was fearful of being told he couldn’t be happy, because he could only be happy if he was playing football. He tried to read the doctor’s lips in anticipation of the response, until he finally heard what he wanted to be told: ‘You will be taller than Maradona,’” AS quotes

Messi also talk about his experience in Argentina team, he was shamed by his teammates, because he is god in Barcelona, but he can't take Argentina to win a world cup. They sang national anthem before Messi because Messi didn't sing before the game. They thought Messi didn't try to play well, he is selfish, he want to protect him from hurt.

Messi said he felt guilty due to his performance, moreover, his teammates also attacked me. "That make me very sad."

Robben: We are not Barcelona 2.0

Many people would like to say Bayern is Barcelona 2.0 since their coach are Pep Guardiola, who change Barcelona to a dream team.

Howerver, Arjen Robben has insisted that Bayern Munich are not trying to copy Barcelona's style of play, but rather following their own football philosophy.

The Bundesliga champions have been in impressive form in recent weeks, with a number of high-profile names claiming Bayern are an improved version of Pep Guardiola's old Blaugrana side.

However, Robben has dismissed suggestions that Bayern are merely imitating Barcelona's Tiki-Taka style under the Catalan coach.

"We are not Barcelona Part II. The comparison might seem logical but the focus should always be on ourselves," he told the reporters.

"We are Bayern Munich and we have different players to Barcelona. We don't have Xavi or Messi, but we have great players at the club."

Bayern currently sit atop of the Bundesliga with 20 points form eight games, while they also head their Champions League group.

Victor Valdes will leave Barcelona

Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes has reminded club bosses that he will leave when his contract expires at the end of the season.

The Spain international is out of contract at the end of the season and has his heart set on a move abroad, revealing that he wants to try his luck in a different league

             

Victor Valdes has reiterated his internation to leave Barcelona next summer, explaining that he feels that his time at Camp Nou is over.

The Spain international is out of contract at the end of the season and announced during the summer that he would not be signing an extension.

A number of Barca players, including midfielder Andres Iniesta, have publicly stated that they have tried to persuade Valdes to change his mind and stay in Catalunya, but the 31-year-old shot-stopper says he has his heart set on a move abroad.

"My time here is done," the goalkeeper told Antena3. "They offered me the chance to renew [my contract] but my decision had been made."

"I am seeking new challenges. I want to play in another league and be with my family in another place.

"But this season I have still been feeling the love and support of the people and that is greatly appreciated."

Valdes, a product of Barcelona's youth academy, has spent his entire professional career to date at Camp Nou.

Real Madrid joined the race of Pirlo' transfer

Bleacherreport reported that Pirlo's contract with Juventus will end in 2014 summer, and Tottenham begins to contact Pirlo on free transfer.In fact,not only Tottenham, Manchester United,Chelsea and Arsenal are all want to take this midfield master to their team.And now,real madrid joined in.

            

The playmaker is attracting plenty of interest this season with his contract expiring with Juventus next summer, especially from the Premier League with the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham after his services.


But Real Madrid have now joined the race, with Carlo Ancelotti having a 'close working relationship' with the veteran midfielder from their time shared at Milan.

However, Pirlo's main criteria is regular playing time and sees Madrid as a club where that may prove more difficult.

But Real Madrid have now joined the race, with Carlo Ancelotti having a 'close working relationship' with the veteran midfielder from their time shared at Milan.

However, Pirlo's main criteria is regular playing time and sees Madrid as a club where that may prove more difficult.

The Italy international was linked with a move to the Bernabeu in the summer, but nothing materialised due to their signing of Asier Illarramendi.

          

Former Bianconeri captain Gianluca Vialli has also added fuel to the Tottenham rumour, suggesting they are in the driving seat for the 34-year-old's signature.

“I’ve heard rumours from England that there has been contact between Pirlo and Tottenham for next season,” said the ex-Old Lady striker.

Juventus remains Pirlo's number one team and will stay there if he is promised first-team football, but is prepared to move abroad to another team of Juve's calibre.

“Juve are my priority, but I don’t want to be a weight for anybody. The years go by, but it is not written that I have to stay here just because I am called Pirlo," he told the Gazzetta dello Sport.

“If I had to change, perhaps I’ll go abroad. I’ll certainly continue playing for a high level team."

Eusebio thought he is better than Ronaldo

Benfica's 1960s great Eusebio has weighed in to the argument, saying he was upset by what he considered to be an unfair comparison because he had played fewer matches than Ronaldo.

"I am saddened because we can't make that comparison. It's a mistake because I played (around) 60 matches to score that amount (41 goals)," Eusebio told Portuguese national television.

           

Ronaldo reached 43 goals in 106 internationals after his hat-trick earned Portugal a 4-2 comeback win over Northern Ireland in last month's World Cup qualifier.

"This is historic. I'd scored a lot of hat-tricks for Real Madrid but never any for Portugal," he said after the game.

"Going above Eusebio in the scorers' list was a natural thing to happen and it was only a matter of time but still I am really proud," the smiling player said while showing off the match ball.

Ronaldo, a product of Sporting Lisbon's youth academy, has had a massive impact during his time with Manchester United, where he won the Champions League, and at Real Madrid.

Eusebio spent most of his career at Benfica, winning the 1962 European Cup and 11 league titles.

Those behind the 'Black Panther' say he excelled at a time when soccer science was limited.

“Eusebio had no preparation, no gyms, no academies. He became what he did through sheer talent,” said Hilario Conceicao, former coach to Ronaldo and Figo.

His 1960s team mate Jose Augusto told o Jogo: “Footballs are all high-tech and vulcanised today, much faster, lighter and with unpredictable trajectories. With today's balls Eusebio would have scored double the goals.”

Despite their differences the two players have a lot in common - devastating shooting, power and pace and the ability to use both feet.

“Technically the two are not actually that distant. Both are incredible hard-workers who loved to practice and improved from a very young age,” said Jose Pereira, the head of Portugal's coach association.

“Ronaldo and Eusebio thrived thanks to a tremendous sense of opportunity up front and explosive runs,” Pereira said. “Both are football giants.”

That said, with Ronaldo still performing, a major international trophy or a player of the tournament award in Brazil next year would perhaps tilt the balance in his favour for good. – Reuters