|
|
Manchester City prepare €50m bid for Real Madrid duo Gonzalo Higuain & Fernando Gago - report
13 Mar 2010 12:36:00
Reports in the Spanish press suggest that Manchester City are planning a summer raid on Real Madrid, with Argentine pair Gonzalo Higuain and Fernando Gago in their sights.
Marca claim that the cash-laden English side will offer €50m for the duo, who cost los Blancos a combined €33.5m in 2006.
It is not the first time that Manchester City have looked to Gago to strengthen their midfield, as they were negotiating with los Merengues for the former Boca Juniors man during the winter transfer window.
Real Madrid's insistence on a €25m fee held up the deal, however, and there was not enough time remaining in the window to conclude the transaction by the time the clubs agreed on an €18m sum.
Roberto Mancini suggested that they had not given up the chase though, telling The Guardian: "Gago is a good player for Real Madrid, a fantastic player and we may move for him again in the summer."
Higuain poses a different problem for Blancos president Florentino Perez. 'Pipita' is currently one of the lowest earners at the Santiago Bernabeu as he makes around €1.6m per season, while recent contract negotiations have stalled.
The striker promised to earn his new deal on the pitch, but he was heavily criticised for his performance in the Spanish side's fateful 1-1 draw against Olympique Lyonnais in the Champions League which eliminated Madrid from the competition.
The fact that he was not brought in under the Perez regime and the club's rumoured desire to bring in Wayne Rooney could mean that the door is open for a transfer despite the striker enjoying a fine season in front of goal.
|
Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
Marca claim that the cash-laden English side will offer €50m for the duo, who cost los Blancos a combined €33.5m in 2006.
It is not the first time that Manchester City have looked to Gago to strengthen their midfield, as they were negotiating with los Merengues for the former Boca Juniors man during the winter transfer window.
Real Madrid's insistence on a €25m fee held up the deal, however, and there was not enough time remaining in the window to conclude the transaction by the time the clubs agreed on an €18m sum.
Roberto Mancini suggested that they had not given up the chase though, telling The Guardian: "Gago is a good player for Real Madrid, a fantastic player and we may move for him again in the summer."
Higuain poses a different problem for Blancos president Florentino Perez. 'Pipita' is currently one of the lowest earners at the Santiago Bernabeu as he makes around €1.6m per season, while recent contract negotiations have stalled.
The striker promised to earn his new deal on the pitch, but he was heavily criticised for his performance in the Spanish side's fateful 1-1 draw against Olympique Lyonnais in the Champions League which eliminated Madrid from the competition.
The fact that he was not brought in under the Perez regime and the club's rumoured desire to bring in Wayne Rooney could mean that the door is open for a transfer despite the striker enjoying a fine season in front of goal.
Become a fan of Goal.com UK's Facebook fan page for all the latest news and insight into everything related to the beautiful game!
| Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
| Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
| Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
| Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
| Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
|
Inside Goal.Com
-
Welbeck convinces Hodgson he is the man to lead the line
England beat Norway 1-0 at Wembley, with the Manchester United man hitting an impressive winner to stake his claim for a starting spot at Euro 2012
-
How England player's chances were affected by Belgium victory
Ashley Young all but secured his place in the starting line-up against France while captain Steven Gerrard put a good shift in. Joe Hart, however, needs to remain focused
-
Poll: Who should have replaced Cahill in the England squad?
Martin Kelly has replaced Cahill in the Three Lions squad going to Poland and Ukraine, but would Rio Ferdinand or Micah Richards have been more deserving?
-
Cartoon: Terry & Cahill add to England's injury concerns
Goal.com cartoonist Omar Momani gives us his unique take on the football news of the day...
-
In Pictures: The best and worst kits at Euro 2012
The European Championship is just around the corner and Goal.com distinguishes between the trendy and the passe at the prestigious tournament
