Radamel Falcao

[Guest justin_3d]

It depends what has he planned to do with the rest of our squad. We have 3 or 4 (if you count Anelka) strikers atm and adding another one is not the wisest move.

Which at will be surprised if Anelka and Kalou are not sold to make room for Falcao and Sturridge.

[chrismada9 1,948]

So if Kalou and Anelka needs to be replaces because they weren't good enough, then so Lampard, Essien, Malouda and such.....

That's harsh to say Essien should move on.... he does have the abilities to function well in the middle because of his immense strength, but last year, he had to contest with an injury that not only ruled him out of the world cup, but also the start of last season, so a lack of match fitness proved somewhat costly for him.

It's then, that people say, "well, if he's too injury prone, then sell him!" ..... let Boas analyse him during pre-season and see what he decides. That would be my answer to that accusation.

[xPetrCechx 13,570]

Falcao Agreed Terms With Chelsea!

http://www.cmjornal.xl.pt/detalhe/noticias/sport/fc-porto/chelsea-da-57-milhoes-por-ano

[chrismada9 1,948]

Falcao Agreed Terms With Chelsea!

http://www.cmjornal.xl.pt/detalhe/noticias/sport/fc-porto/chelsea-da-57-milhoes-por-ano

Is there a way of translating this?

[milllz 43]

Chelsea gives 5.7 million per year

Radamel Falcao is one step closer to signing for Chelsea, trying for a bond and a long-term annual return of 5.7 million euros. The Colombian striker (earning less than one million / year, the Dragon, and has a contract until 2013) gave yesterday, the "yes" to Andre Villas-Boas and Roman Abramovich, through the agent Jorge Mendes, after seeing reduced the chances to play at Real Madrid, who preferred to go to the Brazilian Neymar.

In the coming days, the Russian tycoon, owner of Chelsea must pay the termination clause of Falcon, set at 30 million euros. The British press says that Abramovich is willing to do anything to satisfy the most urgent demands of the club coach, who confronted the Falcon with numbers and perks that FC Porto will not be able to cover.

Specifically, the top scorer in European league (18 goals) is waiting for a contract for four or five times, allowing you to earn 5.7 million euros / year plus bonuses. You can earn 120 thousand euros per week, earning the same as Didier Drogba in the first year at Chelsea. Will earn less than the Spaniard Fernando Torres (200,000 euros), but twice by David Luiz (60,000), central ex-Benfica.

The transfer to Chelsea is not surprising the Dragon, after the player has revealed a desire to play in the Premier League - have English classes for a year - and the successive attempts to postpone the renewal of FC Porto.

Those responsible sportsmen were willing to stretch the string of Colombian wage, offering you the chance to renew until 2015 at a salary of 200 000 euros / month. Hawk not only renewed but also refused to rise to the termination clause of 50 million euros.

The FC Porto striker Colombian already have another eye on: Teofilo Gutierrez, 26, Racing Club (Argentina). It takes nine goals in 13 games.

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[Shane 2,275]

Is there a way of translating this?

Radamel Falcao is one step closer to signing for Chelsea, trying for a bond and a long-term annual return of 5.7 million euros. The Colombian striker (earning less than one million / year, the Dragon, and has a contract until 2013) gave yesterday, the "yes" to Andre Villas-Boas and Roman Abramovich, through the agent Jorge Mendes, after seeing reduced the chances to play at Real Madrid, who preferred to go to the Brazilian Neymar.

[Sheva. 5,373]

I want Hulk , but his release clause is 87m so it will be hard to get him for anything under 40m

Won't mind Falcao if this is true, a very good goal poacher

[milllz 43]

really dont see where hes going to fit in tbh, we play with 1 striker and we have Drogba, torres, anelka, sturridge, lukaku (probably) and unless hes played as a winger which really doesnt suit him i have no idea how we are goin to play next season

[Duppy Conqueror 1,526]

Good point, I don't see AVB bringing anyone in immediately tho do you? As he stated he wants to meet the players and see them as a unit before he starts filling gaps. We might see us active in the market towards the end of July or early August it seems.

what he said was in regard to current players going out. that does not mean that he`s gonna wait that long to bring players in.

he could share the opinion with a large percentage of the fan base that our squad was too small last season..and lets not forget a few players who were on the fringe of our 1st team squad have left already this summer.

[chrismada9 1,948]

If Boas is in favour of keeping the 4-3-3 setup at Chelsea, then I think Falcao would be a pointless signing unless we let Drogba, Kalou and Anelka leave.

[ruggedknot 105]

If this is really happening , expect one or two of Anelka/Kalou/Drogba to leave . Hopefully Sturridge gets some time , doubt he'll be staying any longer till he gets assurances . Another loan spell or worse a transfer away and I wouldn't want Drogba leaving just yet .

Then there's the whole thing with Lukaku as well , ayi yi .

[Sheva. 5,373]

If we get Falcao, then i guess it's safe to say we will not be starting with 4-3-3 next season.

Or will he bench Torres

[Peace. 4,352]

Hmmm, if it's true, I'm quite curious to know what Villas-Boas is planning...

[The Big Drog 1,110]

You would have to think that this signing would be the end of Drogba and probably Nic Anelka too, especially if we also plan on signing Lukaku. I doubt he will switch formations from a 4--3-3 to one with 2 up top. I suppose you have to look at it as an insurance plan, if Torres starts next season in the same form he finished it then having Falcao ready to step in probably isn't the worst idea in the world.

[nadavTKL 1,787]

I wish he will decide to sell Torres. That will be brave... and smart.