Half of the Lips - News Briefly (May 27) © EuroFootball.com

The fans voted "Milan" defender Kaka the best player of the past Champions League. Cristiano Ronaldo ("Man Utd") came second, while Nicolae Dice of Bucharest's "Steaua" came third. (uefa.com)

Alessandro Nesta spoke about his possible retirement from the Italian national team. The defender wants to dedicate the remaining part of his career solely to club football. "If I want to continue playing at a high level, I have to sacrifice something. Leaving the national team is painful, but it's a necessary sacrifice," said Nesta. (Tuttosport)

"Arsenal" manager Arsene Wenger denied rumors of midfielder Cesc Fabregas moving to "Real". "Next season Cesc will spend it at Arsenal," said Wenger. (marca.com)

"Liverpool" owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks claim they are ready to fully support head coach Rafael Benitez during the summer transfer window. It should be reminded that a few days ago Benitez stated that in order to compete for the title, new signings would require around £100 million. (euro-football.ru)

"Real" defender David Beckham openly revealed why he did not move to "Milan" during the winter transfer window. "It was extremely difficult for me to turn down Milan's offer. The Italian club has fantastic players, a great coach, a very interesting president, and Milan is a special city. However, my family needed something else. I understand that American football cannot be compared to Europe's, but playing across the Atlantic is a challenge for me." (Gazzeta dello Sport)

London's "Chelsea" offered "Tottenham" to sell their defender Pascal Chimbonda for €15 million. (Calciomercato)