TacticalBlues

You missed a bit: "Chelsea did offer 25 million euros, but there is still no agreement between the clubs, that will probably happen within the next days. Giuliano Bertolucci (Oscar's main agent) will travel to England to finalise the remaining details. "

Notice how this announcement comes within minutes from Odilio Rodrigues (Santos Vice-Presidents) remarks: "There is no such thing as Ganso not playing again for Santos," Rodrigues told Globoesporte. "He did not play against Gremio on Sunday because of some physical problems. "We would not like to comment on such matters. He is a player of Santos and has a contract until 2015." The deals are definitely linked.

Everything with a pinch of salt. I think whatever the case, their was no way any announcement or open desire to leave would pre-date the Olympics. After then, we'll see. Hoping we pull this one off.

He is 100%

Touche, remember when 14 million was madness for Neymar. That figure seems derisory now! Whilst the risk factor is their, an equally tantalising prospect always exists.

At his age his is the better player, Ganso's only played 2 more games than him for Brazil but injuries have halted his progress. To be honest at this moment in time I would take Oscar over Ganso. This would be an astute acquisition, it was fantasy(talent) football for me a while back!

Not really blaming, it's just frustrating to see an ex-Chelsea boy of his potential going to one the clubs I detest most. Would've proffered him to grow at Roma, you never know if he lived up to potential their he could've come back. He himself welcomed that prospect... but now, going to LFC? The whole situation about me wanting him to succeed has naturally, and unfortunately, changed.

Brendan Rogers is pissing me off already, I just knew he'd look to invest in some of our youths/ex-youths.

I'm sure Amicus Curiae briefings (people who aren't parties to the case can give statements, or offer information) will be in place.

If it was as straight forward as that, it would be over. The QC also suggested that Mr Ferdinand had made up the allegation of racism as swearing at him and talking about his alleged affair was not having "the desired effect" of winding Mr Terry up. I don't think it's been affirmed that Ferdinand did not bring it up yet, but it seems as though he didn't directly to JT .It looks like he could of used it as a response to Anton's jibes, but as mentioned, whether it could qualify as a racial slur is another factor: 'We're still having a, sort of, ding-dong, if you like. That's when, as I said before, he said "black c***"... Now clearly, as I said before, I don't think he's calling me a black c***," This bit's important: Terry met Ferdinand to ask what had happened. 'Mr Terry said "Do you think I racially abused you?" I was like "No",' Ferdinand told the court. 'I said "No, that never came out of my mouth". Then Ashley Cole popped his head round and said "Yeah, didn't you say that to me?" I said "I didn't say that at all".' He agreed it was just 'handbags', and 'banter', the court heard. So basically Cole told Terry that Ferdinand told him he said something racist and Terry wanted to clear that up after the game. Why would Ashley Cole lie about Ferdinand saying "Terry said something racist to me(or whatever)"? Defence also suggested that Ferdinand account of Ashley Cole conversation in FA statement does not match his evidence in court. The timing of the footage in the game could help, anybody know how far apart the alleged remarks were to the clashes?

He's using footage in hindsight going as far as to say their would've been a fight if heard it at the time, and even when the lawyers said are you sure, he said yes. But John Terry's saying it was a sarcastic exclamation, and the fact he called him after the game to clear up confusion shows that John Terry was equally confused. I don't think he's using the clearing up as the sole defense their are still factors as to whether what he said amounts to a racial slur. The QC also suggested that Mr Ferdinand had made up the allegation of racism as swearing at him and talking about his alleged affair was not having "the desired effect" of winding Mr Terry up.

It all seems confusing, he's acknowledged to saying it as a sarcastic exclamation. It's weird though because Ferdinand said he didn't hear him say anything at the time otherwise their would of been a 'fight'. But then why did JT call him up to clear the confusion after the game? We're all probably missing some details but it could show that in the heat of the moment, Ferdinand didn't actually take any particular offense to it as a racist abuse, which is what the translator also felt who had no knowledge of any details prior to arriving.

Lip reader agrees that you cannot exclude the possibility that the words used were "a fucking black cunt" So the lipreader concluded that JT said:"yeah, I" (missing word and obstruction), "you fucking black cunt"( then pause) "fucking knobhead". zzzzzzzzzzzzznmfs ,g,fndgfdmg fdh mgh gm hg"yeah, I" (didn't call), "you a fucking black cunt"(you) "fucking knobhead". Maybe? I think the fact that it was confirmed that he called him after the game to clear things up, with Cole as a witness to Ferdinand's dismissal who then saw this vague footage afterwards as the basis of this litigation, could prove his innocence.

Well from my first year of law, which wasn't focusing on this area to an extent, I'd think that proximity and reasonability would fail Ferdinand's case. The Alcock precedent (Hillsborough disaster) supports that TV replays cannot be used too. I'm not too sure, but as it stands Terry doesn't seem to be guilty IMO but you don't know. I mean we know he isn't racist, some of his best friends like Cole, Drogba, SWP etc. would all support that. Nevertheless that wouldn't vindicate racial slurs, even with genuine malice or not.The Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 and Public Order Act 1986 state their needs to be intent to stir up racial hatred though. If Terry's found innocent he should sue him for defamation straight, the case is obvious, and the repercussions surrounding his England captaincy were severe.

Piers Morgan's dinner with Rooney: I'd take a bullet for Ashley Cole,' said Wayne Rooney. 'I'd be happy to fire the gun to test the theory,' I suggested ‘With all the pressure, do you still actually enjoy playing football?’ ‘Oh God, yeah! I love it! There’s nothing better than walking out in front of big crowds to play for United or England. 'It’s the biggest buzz you could ever have.’ ‘What would you have done if you hadn’t been a footballer?’ ‘I’d have probably ended up a builder or electrician like most of my mates.’ ‘Who was the best you ever played against?’ ‘Zidane.’ Then he smirked. ‘But I nutmegged him! Best moment of my life!’ ‘Who’s your best friend in the game?’ I asked. He smiled. ‘You’re not going to like this…’ ‘Try me…’ ‘Ash.’ ‘Which Ash?’ ‘Ashley Cole.’ Arsenal fans have loathed Cole since he quit on us for Chelsea in a row over a £5,000-a-week pay rise. ‘Are you serious?’ ‘Yes. He’s nothing like what you guys think. Ash is a really sound guy and has been a proper friend to me.’ As I mulled over this shocking revelation, he added: ‘I’d take a bullet for him.’ Coleen nearly choked on her wine. ‘Do behave, Wayne! You wouldn’t take a bullet for him.’ ‘I would! And he would for me, too. We’d die for each other!’ ‘I’d be happy to fire the bullet at Ashley to test the theory,’ I suggested. Wayne laughed. ‘I told him I was having dinner with you tonight.’ ‘What did he say?’ ‘He said, “Tell him he’s a **** from me”’. It was my turn to laugh. Young Ashley is perfectly entitled to feel that way after all the stick I’ve given him. Read the rest here if you want: http://www.dailymail...l#ixzz202H21Gq9

This season Mata scored on his 1st game in the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and Euro2012.

Hazard's first training session:

Piers knows nothing about football and is a sly pest who needs to stop talking about other clubs players too. Look at this tweet:

Touche I wonder why Gylfi Sigurdsson hasn't got the same treatement?

VDW.

Torres's golden boot: