Branislav Ivanovic

[chelseapaul 0]

Let the fucking Ities look for their own players.

They are quick enough to snub us the greedy kaarnts.

[Milan 17,955]

Ivanovic is unhappy, claims his agent

Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is on the verge of joining AC Milan, according to the player's agent.

The 24-year-old has failed to impress at Stamford Bridge and has yet to make an appearance for the Blues since a Ł10million move from Lokomotiv Moscow in January.

And according to Ivanovic's representative, Vlado Borozan, the Serbia international is close to agreeing a possible loan or permanent move to the San Siro.

Chelsea are said to be unwilling to allow Ivanovic to leave because they want to have four centre-backs at their disposal, but Borozan claims a deal is close to completion.

"Branislav chose Milan and he told that to the club, and for that reason he will probably wear the Rossoneri shirt this next season," Ivanovic told tuttomercato.

"The deal will be done because no-one will keep an unhappy player."

Borozan, though, admits that it is not yet certain that Ivanovic will leave Chelsea because of the Premier League outfit's desire for strength in depth.

"The problem at the moment is that Chelsea want four starters in the position and he is the fourth," added Borozan.

"It's difficult to find a replacement of the same level, so the Blues want to keep him and the deal has stalled."

Skysports

[James 5,287]

Manchester City are tracking Chelsea's 24-year-old Serbian defender Branislav Ivanovic. (Goal.com 1046 GMT)

[James 5,287]

Manchester City are tracking Chelsea's 24-year-old Serbian defender Branislav Ivanovic. (Goal.com 1046 GMT)

[EskWeston 696]

Both Alex and Ivanovic being talked about moves away from Chelsea. It is possible one of them could leave considering the cover that we have in the Centre Back position.

[Kajo 176]

Interviewed by RAI 3, Fiorentina Sports Director Pantaleo Corvino has declared: "Ivanovic? We were tracking him, but after the injury reported by Carvalho, Chelsea have decided that he is no longer on the market. We already have a strong team, so we will only buy high level players. Ivanovic is one of them, but, I repeat, Chelsea consider now him not for sale"

it's seems he gonna stay with us so it's good newsa but i think if Ivanovic stay Alex should go.

[the wes 7,212]

Fiorentina may learn on Friday whether they will be successful in their bid to sign Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.

The player's agent, Vlado Borozan, has revealed that a five-year deal has been agreed in principle with the Viola but that they are now awaiting the say-so from Chelsea.

Borozan remains hopeful a deal can be reached with The Blues, despite the previous pessimism of Fiorentina's sporting director Pantaleo Corvino.

"The deal is at a decisive phase and by tomorrow [Friday] we will know how it will finish," Borozan told Sky Italia.

"My partner [Marko Naletilic] will be in London tomorrow to talk further with Chelsea.

"We have already reached an agreement in principle with Fiorentina for a five-year contract."

Ivanovic has made only intermittent appearances for the Chelsea first team since joining The Blues for £9 million from Lokomotiv Moscow in last January's transfer window.

[Laylabelle 9,534]

Hahaah from the Times..great paper that one..they keep up well

"Chelsea are closing in on the transfer of Fiorentina defender Branislav Ivanovic. (The Times)."

[5354 204]

Rumours are coming strong again with Ivanovic to leave for Serie A's Fiorentina with a lesser than 10million bid....

[Badboy 1,526]

shame he is a good defender !

[the wes 7,212]

Fiorentina are resuming talks with the representatives of Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.

Gazzetta dello Sport says after going cold on the Serb following the closure of the January transfer window, Fiorentina have revived plans to bring the defender to Italy at the end of this season.

[EskWeston 696]

It looks pretty likely that either Alex or Ivanovic will leave in the summer. Both are strong and good players but i am sure they are not happy with the lack of playing time. We could then allow Mancienne to take the 4th spot.

[bombayblue™ 55]

Even with that i don't think the 3rd choice CB will be happy for long.. Hopefully by the time he wants to leave, Mancienne will be more than able to take up that role..

[James 5,287]

Seen rumours Real Madrid are sniffing around Branislav Ivanović wanting him to replace Pepe.

[the wes 7,212]

piss off Real Madrid

Edited December 22, 2009 by the wes