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For L.Figo - 2 million pounds
Madrid changes plans. Although initially the Spanish team claimed they would release Portuguese Luis Figo without a transfer fee, now the "Royal" club demands 2 million pounds for the Portuguese.
Having requested such a sum, doubts have arisen about the possibility of adding to the club's ranks, which apparently does not intend to pay the requested amount. According to the player's agent, the 32-year-old footballer has already preliminarily agreed on personal contract terms.
P.Crouch to become R.Benitez's protege
The club relegated to the second English league may also lose one of its leaders. English national team candidate Peter Crouch is expected to join "Liverpool" for about 7 million pounds in the near future.
"Chelsea" defender recovering
One of the main defenders of London, Wayne Bridge, is expected to recover by the end of the summer. It is hoped that the full-back will appear on the field in the first matches of the season.
"Liverpool" - market king
Meanwhile, "Liverpool" continues to be particularly active in the transfer market. It is almost certain that Malian legionnaire Mohamed Sissoko will move to Liverpool in the near future. The transfer fee is 8 million pounds.
The aggressive rival club also showed interest in the African, but after presenting a sudden counteroffer, the Champions League winners seem to have attracted the young player.
"Newcastle" targeting a Turk
Having failed to acquire Craig Bellamy, "Newcastle" set its sights on Inter legionnaire Emre. It is reported that the "Magpies" have already offered 6 million pounds to the Italians for the midfielder.
J.Baptista's price rises
Sevilla's attacking midfielder Julio Baptista was offered 11.5 million pounds. A previously offered offer several million pounds lower was immediately rejected.
R.Pires receives an offer from Turkey
London's legionnaire Robert Pires received a tempting offer from Turkey. Istanbul's Galatasaray offers the Frenchman 5 million pounds sterling for three years.
Michael Owen to "Barca"?
Such incredible rumors are being reported by the English press today. It is claimed that Barcelona has already made an offer to the 25-year-old striker.
"Celta" wants A.Nunez
The returning Vigo "Celta" club in La Liga has shown interest in Liverpool's defender Antonio Nunez. The likelihood of a transfer is real as the Spaniard failed to establish himself in compatriot Rafael Benitez's team.
