Term-X 7,891 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolayes 14,489 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Some bad words about our board should be now removed lol, as they completely surprised us today well I need to eat a lot of words ....clever tactics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kostas 1,468 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Indeed.While, by the looks of it, Roman's purse and Torres himself made his deal possible signing David Luiz is what I'd consider a success for our board and our negotiators.He's a signing for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrique 9,133 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
termninja 5,290 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Alright, Luiz confirmed on chelseafc.com I think this was a january to remember for some time! Wouldn't like to be in Sunderland shoes tomor...today ^^ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX8 40 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 This news are Great... So Great....I will forget every Fail in the Transfer market in the last 5 years..... Torres y David Luiz are Great Future and Present Player!!:woo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidEU 2,023 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 http://www.chelseafc.com/page/LatestNews/0,,10268~2281533,00.htmlChelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of defender David Luiz from Benfica for an undisclosed fee.Luiz, who has signed a five-and-a-half year contract, joins Chelsea as the third Brazilian in the current squad, linking up with former Benfica team-mate Ramires and fellow central-defender Alex.He said: 'I am delighted to be joining a big English club, and I know very well the quality that Chelsea has.'It is a major challenge for me but I am determined and confident in my ability to adapt to this excellent league, and I look forward to meeting my new-team mates.'Now 23, David Luiz Moreira Marinho was born on April 22, 1987 in Sao Paulo and began his career with Esporte Clube Vitoria in Bahia where he made 47 appearances.The 6ft 2in defender, who is renowned for his skill on the ball as much as his defensive ability, switched to Benfica, initially on loan in January 2007 before making the move permanent that summer.In total he made 82 league appearances for the Lisbon club missing just one game last season as they wrapped up a first league title in five years. Uefa.com voted Luiz the league's Player of the Year.Luiz, who made his Brazil debut against America last year, will not be eligible for Champions League football this season after completing all six of Benfica's group games. They finished third behind Schalke and Lyon.He also represented his country at the 2007 Under 20 World Cup, and can cover at either left or right-back.Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay said: 'David Luiz is one of the great defensive prospects in world football, and already a Brazilian international. I am sure he will prove a valuable addition to the Chelsea squad.'Chairman Bruce Buck added: 'It is a delight to have completed this transfer for a fantastic young footballer who we have admired for some time. David has played in the Champions League and the squad now has a more experienced look to it that will hopefully serve us well for the rest of this season and going forward.'The deal will also take midfielder Nemanja Matic to Benfica in the summer, though the Serbian will remain a Chelsea player until his loan deal with Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem is completed at the end of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX8 40 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 http://www.chelseafc...2281533,00.htmlDAVID LUIZ SIGNS Posted on: Mon 31 Jan 2011 Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of defender David Luiz from Benfica for an undisclosed fee. Luiz, who has signed a five-and-a-half year contract, joins Chelsea as the third Brazilian in the current squad, linking up with former Benfica team-mate Ramires and fellow central-defender Alex. He said: 'I am delighted to be joining a big English club, and I know very well the quality that Chelsea has. 'It is a major challenge for me but I am determined and confident in my ability to adapt to this excellent league, and I look forward to meeting my new-team mates.' Now 23, David Luiz Moreira Marinho was born on April 22, 1987 in Sao Paulo and began his career with Esporte Clube Vitoria in Bahia where he made 47 appearances. The 6ft 2in defender, who is renowned for his skill on the ball as much as his defensive ability, switched to Benfica, initially on loan in January 2007 before making the move permanent that summer. In total he made 82 league appearances for the Lisbon club missing just one game last season as they wrapped up a first league title in five years. Uefa.com voted Luiz the league's Player of the Year. Luiz, who made his Brazil debut against America last year, will not be eligible for Champions League football this season after completing all six of Benfica's group games. They finished third behind Schalke and Lyon. He also represented his country at the 2007 Under 20 World Cup, and can cover at either left or right-back. Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay said: 'David Luiz is one of the great defensive prospects in world football, and already a Brazilian international. I am sure he will prove a valuable addition to the Chelsea squad.' Chairman Bruce Buck added: 'It is a delight to have completed this transfer for a fantastic young footballer who we have admired for some time. David has played in the Champions League and the squad now has a more experienced look to it that will hopefully serve us well for the rest of this season and going forward.' The deal will also take midfielder Nemanja Matic to Benfica in the summer, though the Serbian will remain a Chelsea player until his loan deal with Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem is completed at the end of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YankinBlue42 72 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 The one signing I really wanted us to make. Bem-vindo Davi! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismada9 1,948 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Top Signing! Can't wait to see this lad play! Our defensive problem is offically dealt with! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrique 9,133 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 He might use 23 shirt, that he use in Benfica. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Term-X 7,891 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 He might use 23 shirt, that he use in Benfica.Sturridge is number 23. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary gordon 1,777 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 This is just nuts! My line up:Luiz-------------------Ivanovic-----Terry-------------------------Cole-------------------------------Ramires---------------------------------------------Essien--------------------Lampard------------------Drogba----------------------------------------------Malouda----------------------------------------Torres-------------------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismada9 1,948 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 He might use 23 shirt, that he use in Benfica.Actually, yeah... Cudicini's old number could be a decent shout!But does he go with his Brazil or Benfica number?? Tough decision! We haven't seen a number 4 at Chelsea since Maka! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YankinBlue42 72 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 This is just nuts! My line up:Luiz-------------------Ivanovic-----Terry-------------------------Cole-------------------------------Ramires---------------------------------------------Essien--------------------Lampard------------------Drogba----------------------------------------------Malouda----------------------------------------Torres-------------------------------------- what an embarrassment of riches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Term-X 7,891 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 :chelsea2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX8 40 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 This is the one for me..............CECHIvanovic/Bosingwa......Alex/David.....Terry/David.....A.Cole/Yuri????.........................Mikel/Essien.................Essien/Ramires........Ramires/Malouda..........................Lampard/Yoshi???.....................Drogba/Kalou.......Torres/AnelkaANd if we need more Fire Power... 4-3-3 With Drogba, Torres and Malouda/Anelka Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloudy 6 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Welcome David to Chelsea!@pachman40 and Henrique. The previous thread is locked so I didn't get a chance to reply although it's a bit moot now that we've signed him.The link is here (The Independent) and the text is "Benfica are demanding a further £4m to cover development fees to Luiz's former club Victoria da Bahia and commissions to the agents involved". Looks like they dropped those demands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismada9 1,948 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 This is just nuts! My line up:Luiz-------------------Ivanovic-----Terry-------------------------Cole-------------------------------Ramires---------------------------------------------Essien--------------------Lampard------------------Drogba----------------------------------------------Malouda----------------------------------------Torres--------------------------------------Drogba playing on the wing.... can he even play there?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madmax 9,219 Posted February 1, 2011 Share Posted February 1, 2011 Welcome David Now go get a haircut son Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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