RedAndWhitePride Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 No doubt he's going to be a great signing, and I really shouldn't complain considering where we were this time last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedAndWhitePride Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 So this means no Lampard then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 I'm sure he'll be a great signing if we can pull it off. Also I like very much to read that Marwood is involved with this type of signing and that we're using the knowledge of Manchester City's staff in our search for our "big" players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 So this means no Lampard then? Still the possibility of getting him on loan and paying him peanuts with NYC footing the bill. Dodgy, but still possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeming Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 I got to say if this is our big marque I'm going to be disappointed. Koren may well turn out to be a good player but NYCFC are getting Villa, Lampard and (maybe) Xavi. I don't expect to get someone of their quality but Koren is not a well known name (I follow the Premier league to a degree and I've never heard of him) and is not going to bring any extra support to the team. I would have expected either a Champions League level player at the end of their career or a younger player who didn't quite make it all the way to the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 1. CFG has always said that expenditure at Melbourne City would reflect the circumstances of a club in the A-League. The NYCFC franchise in the MLS cost $100m, our franchise cost $10m. Expenditures are likely to reflect that difference. 2. Txiki Begiristain also made it clear from the start that our marquees would be "big players" rather than just "big names" seeking just that one final pay-cheque. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheepdog Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 I got to say if this is our big marque I'm going to be disappointed. Koren may well turn out to be a good player but NYCFC are getting Villa, Lampard and (maybe) Xavi. I don't expect to get someone of their quality but Koren is not a well known name (I follow the Premier league to a degree and I've never heard of him) and is not going to bring any extra support to the team. I would have expected either a Champions League level player at the end of their career or a younger player who didn't quite make it all the way to the top. Engelaar wasnt a huge name like the lines you are thinking along but look at the impact he made. Have faith (no George Michael) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 I got to say if this is our big marque I'm going to be disappointed. Koren may well turn out to be a good player but NYCFC are getting Villa, Lampard and (maybe) Xavi. I don't expect to get someone of their quality but Koren is not a well known name (I follow the Premier league to a degree and I've never heard of him) and is not going to bring any extra support to the team. I would have expected either a Champions League level player at the end of their career or a younger player who didn't quite make it all the way to the top. Koren's definitely not a no-name although it's understandable you haven't heard of him as he played for Hull and West Brom which aren't exactly powerhouse clubs. He scored for Slovenia at the World Cup in 2010 though so he's no slouch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mulhollanddrive Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Least he should be available to do 2 months of pre-season with us. Would be so disappointing if he flopped, if this was the previous owners marquee I think we'd be even harsher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarletfields_3 Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Maybe they are going to spend big on our Australian Marquee. Cahill perhaps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrillhouse Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 For me i was hoping for a drogba or lampard type of name, with city being able to provide cash for marquees, if it wasn't the massive profile player i was atleast then hoping for the lesser star but at around 28 years old like bryan ruiz or sessegnon (30). Koren what we should of been getting the previous seasons if we weren't tight. Still a good player but all we can do is hope he tears it apart if he comes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Least he should be available to do 2 months of pre-season with us. Would be so disappointing if he flopped, if this was the previous owners marquee I think we'd be even harsher. Possibly, although with the previous owners the mention of having a marquee would be extrordinary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red or Dead Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 He's too short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HEARTinator Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Slovenian press now onto the story http://www.rtvslo.si/sport/nogomet/bo-robert-koren-odsel-v-avstralijo-k-melbourne-cityju/342562 Is Robert Koren headed for Australia and Melbourne City? Confirmation tomorrow morning 10am ?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mulhollanddrive Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Or Robert Koren is our new sponsor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13 Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Koren might not be the player most fans wanted.. But he might be the player the team needs badly 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 As I said ont he Koren thread....I believe he will be a very good player for you. You can have as much cash as you like but it is very difficult to attract players to the A League. I believe the league needs to grow a bit more and hopefully bring more teams into it before you can attract players like the MLS are now doing. It all takes time and hopefully with the involvement of CFG this will accelerate people's interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sharpy Posted July 24, 2014 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 He'll be the best Koren to play in the A-League since Seo Hyuk-Su at Brisbane Roar. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 Tim Cahill is making an announcement tomorrow?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 Tim Cahill is making an announcement tomorrow?? Surely not! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 Tim Cahill is making an announcement tomorrow?? Surely not! If so... He recorded a video announcement (from his home gym), pictures on his instagram. But having a look at the headlines about him (from google search) Red Bull NY have offered him to two epl teams. So that would be the likely scenario... on the other hand, you never know!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japiedog Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 He'll be the best Koren to play in the A-League since Seo Hyuk-Su at Brisbane Roar. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billyheart Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 (edited) At the start of the off season my ideal marquee was Tomas Rosicky and in Koren i see we have an A-League budget version of him. He fits the bill of the style of marquee I've always wanted, of course not of the profile but he's still exciting. As Marquee it's underwhelming with what City brings. He'll probably be on a tenth of what Lampard and Villa will be receiving at the big sister. But with Koren, Duff, Mooy, Villa, an Aus marquee and another visa to be signed the squads a big improvement, and is the most exciting we've had to support! Ol' mate Munn said there were a couple of exciting names, Koren seems to be the first and now we eagerly await the next! If only we had a couple of decent full backs and keeper. And with lampard set to be announced in the next 24 hours officially for NY we might get some clarity on if we'll see him here or not. If the FFA are willing to put funds behind Cahill coming to the league I don't understand what they'd have against Lampard being loaned as 5th visa till January. It'd be as big for the league... But I guess we aren't Sydney. Edited July 24, 2014 by billyheart 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeartFc Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 He'll be the best Koren to play in the A-League since Seo Hyuk-Su at Brisbane Roar. Robert Koren is Slovenian and Seo Hyuk-Su is from South Korea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billyheart Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 He'll be the best Koren to play in the A-League since Seo Hyuk-Su at Brisbane Roar. Robert Koren is Slovenian and Seo Hyuk-Su is from South Korea. Pardon the pun*** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeartFc Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 It's racist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharpy Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 It's racist. You're racist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeartFc Posted July 24, 2014 Report Share Posted July 24, 2014 It's racist. You're racist Very true. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 Tim Cahill is making an announcement tomorrow?? Surely not! If so... He recorded a video announcement (from his home gym), pictures on his instagram. But having a look at the headlines about him (from google search) Red Bull NY have offered him to two epl teams. So that would be the likely scenario... on the other hand, you never know!!!! QPR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 http://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/transfer-window/qpr-and-sunderland-show-interest-in-signing-tim-cahill-30442713.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTransferKing Posted July 26, 2014 Report Share Posted July 26, 2014 we need a top striker when David Villa leaves like Henry or Keane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Heartspur Posted July 26, 2014 Report Share Posted July 26, 2014 Drogba seems to have passed up the opportunity to come to us and has settled with lowly Chelsea. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted July 26, 2014 Report Share Posted July 26, 2014 Drogba seems to have passed up the opportunity to come to us and has settled with lowly Chelsea. Clearly intimidated by The Hoff 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SF33 Posted July 28, 2014 Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 we need a top striker when David Villa leaves like Henry or Keane Keane would be worthwhile, just for the laughs when he talks in his press conference about it always being a dream of his to play for Melbourne City. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlings Posted July 28, 2014 Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 we need a top striker when David Villa leaves like Henry or Keane Heskey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mus-28 Posted July 28, 2014 Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 Ronaldinho is a free agent. Bring in the buck toothed beast. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted July 28, 2014 Report Share Posted July 28, 2014 we need a top striker when David Villa leaves like Henry or Keane Heskey No someone that actually scores Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Ronaldinho is a free agent. Bring in the buck toothed beast. South American Football - Ronaldinho to reveal next port of call after leaving Atletico Mineiro Atletico Mineiro and Ronaldinho have parted company after agreeing to terminate his contract with immediate effect. . View photo Ronaldinho The amicable split came following a meeting between the 34-year-old, his agent and brother Roberto de Assis and club president Alexandre Kalil. De Assis said Ronaldinho and Kalil will give a joint press conference on Wednesday when the player's future plans will be revealed. "He will play until he's 42! He will reveal his future destination on Wednesday," said De Assis, according to the Globo Esporte website. Ronaldinho has been heavily linked with a move to Argentine giants Boca Juniors in recent days. The 34-year-old has been identified as a potential replacement for Juan Roman Riquelme who left the club last week to join Argentinos Juniors. A more fanciful rumour earlier in the summer linked the two FIFA World Player of the Year with Premier League outfit Stoke City. Other reports have touted the MLS as a destination, while Brazilian club Fluminense are reportedly interested in taking him on. The former Barcelona and AC Milan midfielder Ronaldinho joined Atletico in June 2012 and won the Libertadores Cup with them a year later, the first time he or they had lifted South America's biggest club trophy. However, their title defence was a disappointment and they were knocked out in the last 16 by Colombian side Atlético Nacional. They are also only 10th in the Brazilian League table, although the tight nature of the league means they are just five points off the leaders. However, Ronaldinho has figured little this season due to a combination of poor form and injury. "I can't call on Ronaldinho anymore," Atletico Mineiro coach Levir Culpi told SporTV. "His cycle with us has ended. "It's unfortunate because he's an idol to all of us. Everyone loves his football, the way he plays and he's a very charismatic person. "But that's the way it goes. He's leaving and we must move on without him." Ronaldinho won 97 caps for Brazil, winning the World Cup in 2002, but was not part of the squad that competed on home soil this summer. One can dream. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davy21 Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 A-LEAGUE clubs have already made moves to bring World Cup winner Ronaldinho to Australia, Manchester United’s Arutro Vidal pursuit is all but dead and Liverpool continues its chase for a Luis Suarez replacement. This is Rumour Mill. Aussie clubs chasing Ronaldinho Brazil World Cup winner Ronaldinho is on the market and A-League clubs have already shown interest in bringing him Down Under. The former Barcelona superstar - a two time FIFA World Player of the Year - parted company with Brazilian club Atletico Mineiro overnight, prompting interest from clubs around the world, including Australia. Player agent Lou Sticca - the man who helped bring Alessandro Del Piero to Sydney FC - confirmed the wheels have already been put in motion to lure the 34 year old to Australia. “Some calls have already been made and now it’s up to A-League clubs to make a play for him,” Sticca told foxsports.com.au. “Anything’s possible and he’s exactly the sort we should be bringing here.” Ronaldhino provided plenty of magic moments in his two years in Brazil, and the likes of Argentina giants Boca Juniors, Fluminense and an unidentified MLS side are eager to sign him. Moves have already been made by A-League clubs to bring Ronaldinho to Australia. Source: Getty Images But Sticca says the Australian lifestyle could appeal to the Samba star. “It would be a new frontier, he’d love lifestyle and the way fans would respect him,” he said. “He’s globally recognisable and an entertainer. Ronaldinho of Brazil is the latest superstar linked to a move Down Under. Source: Getty Images A host of A-League clubs - including Sydney FC, Melbourne City and Western Sydney Wanderers - are yet to sign international marquees for the 2014-2015 season, though City is expected to announce the arrival of Robert Koren in the coming weeks. Sticca admits it will be tough - but not impossible - for an Australian side to secure Ronaldinho. “He’s got a raft of representation, layer upon layer. It’s difficult to get to his decision maker and take it from there, but there’s definitely Australian interest,” he said. http://www.foxsports.com.au/football/premier-league/rumour-mill-aleague-clubs-keen-on-free-agent-ronaldinho-vidal-united-deal-all-but-dead/story-fnko94ia-1227005698724 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewmelbcity Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 A-LEAGUE clubs have already made moves to bring World Cup winner Ronaldinho to Australia, Manchester United’s Arutro Vidal pursuit is all but dead and Liverpool continues its chase for a Luis Suarez replacement. This is Rumour Mill. Aussie clubs chasing Ronaldinho Brazil World Cup winner Ronaldinho is on the market and A-League clubs have already shown interest in bringing him Down Under. The former Barcelona superstar - a two time FIFA World Player of the Year - parted company with Brazilian club Atletico Mineiro overnight, prompting interest from clubs around the world, including Australia. Player agent Lou Sticca - the man who helped bring Alessandro Del Piero to Sydney FC - confirmed the wheels have already been put in motion to lure the 34 year old to Australia. “Some calls have already been made and now it’s up to A-League clubs to make a play for him,” Sticca told foxsports.com.au. “Anything’s possible and he’s exactly the sort we should be bringing here.” Ronaldhino provided plenty of magic moments in his two years in Brazil, and the likes of Argentina giants Boca Juniors, Fluminense and an unidentified MLS side are eager to sign him. Moves have already been made by A-League clubs to bring Ronaldinho to Australia. Source: Getty Images But Sticca says the Australian lifestyle could appeal to the Samba star. “It would be a new frontier, he’d love lifestyle and the way fans would respect him,” he said. “He’s globally recognisable and an entertainer. Ronaldinho of Brazil is the latest superstar linked to a move Down Under. Source: Getty Images A host of A-League clubs - including Sydney FC, Melbourne City and Western Sydney Wanderers - are yet to sign international marquees for the 2014-2015 season, though City is expected to announce the arrival of Robert Koren in the coming weeks. Sticca admits it will be tough - but not impossible - for an Australian side to secure Ronaldinho. “He’s got a raft of representation, layer upon layer. It’s difficult to get to his decision maker and take it from there, but there’s definitely Australian interest,” he said. http://www.foxsports.com.au/football/premier-league/rumour-mill-aleague-clubs-keen-on-free-agent-ronaldinho-vidal-united-deal-all-but-dead/story-fnko94ia-1227005698724 i thought that brazilian that western sydney have brought is the int marquee for the club? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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