Half of the lips - news briefly (May 26) © EuroFootball.com

“Real” defender Robinho from Brazil stated that his compatriot Kaka dreams of playing for the Royal club someday. "He likes 'Real' and once he mentioned to me that he dreams of playing in our team," Robinho said. (lenty.ru)

"Milan" coach Carlo Ancelotti stated that he is prepared to let defender Kakhaber Kaladze move to another club. "If Kaladze is tired of 'Milan,' he can leave the club. It would be unfair if he stays in the club against his will," said C. Ancelotti. (lenty.ru)

"Chelsea" striker Didier Drogba says he doesn't even consider leaving the London club. "I am happy with everything at 'Chelsea.' If I disagree with the coach's opinion, I know how to tell him," Drogba claims. (lenty.ru)

"Chelsea" defender Claude Makelele denies reports about his transfer to another club. There were rumors in the media that the Frenchman would move to "Villarreal." (lenty.ru)

"Bayern" forward Roque Santa Cruz says that three solid European clubs are interested in him. "'Roma,' 'Betis,' and 'Marseille' have already started negotiations with my agent," said R. Santa Cruz. (lenty.ru)

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is set to become the new owner of "Man City." The deal is estimated to reach 100 million pounds. "We hope that the deal will be completed by the beginning of June," said a representative of T. Shinawatra. (Sky Sports)

Liverpool owner George Gillett stated that the "Reds" could acquire Michael Owen. "Owen is a great player, but it's not up to me to decide if he is needed for the team or not. If Rafa (Rafael Benitez) wants to bring Michael back, we will buy him," he said. (sports.ru)

Franck Ribery denied rumors that he has already reached an agreement with "Bayern" and will play in Munich next season. "Anything is possible, maybe I will stay at 'Marseille,'" said Ribery. "I still don't know, I will decide next week." The French midfielder is also interested in "Valencia," "Arsenal," and "Lyon." (L’Equipe)

"Lyon" is interested in the services of "Chelsea" defender Paulo Ferreira. The Portuguese national team player should replace Eric Abidal, who is leaving the team this summer. (tribalfootball.com)