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WBA aren't a bad team though I think they'll have a very tough time this year ... Lukaku was very important to them.
I can't believe he's only 34
I think all sports people have two choices when they are getting on a bit. They can either retire while they are on a high, or keep on playing as long as someone will pick them for a team. I think either option is equally valid. I don't think any the less of Anelka because he has signed for WBA. I often wonder how our club would have fared, had Houllier not terminated his short-term contract. I think Aneka would have scored loads of goals for us.
That was GH's first serious blunder. Our attack was frighteningly good for those six months with Nico leading the line. Rumour has it that Thommo and some of the senior players (with the notable exception of Robbie, but there were selfish reasons for that) were astounded by the decision and didn't agree with it. I also heard that Bergues couldn't believe it when GH compounded the error by signing Diouf instead, as Hansern says.
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Nicolas Anelka is believed to have cleared out his locker at West Brom, and declared he's leaving the club less than 2 months after signing
Nicolas Anelka is believed to have cleared out his locker at West Brom, and declared he's leaving the club less than 2 months after signing
walked out of training and said he's retiring. what a cunt.
Twitter reports that his agent has died
Yes, I think its his brother Claude.
If true then this is horrible news for him. Can understand him leaving if thats the case
little bastard was in my fantasy team
Totally disagree
Anelka walks out of West Brom after agent's death as club leave striker out of Everton clash on 'compassionate grounds'
By NEIL MOXLEY
PUBLISHED: 09:38 EST, 22 August 2013 | UPDATED: 17:52 EST, 22 August 2013
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Nicolas Anelka may have kicked his last football as a professional after walking out on West Bromwich Albion.
The former France international is considering his future in the game after a tragedy in his personal life which led to dramatic scenes at the club's training ground.
Officially, Anelka has been granted compassionate leave for an indefinite period after his agent, Eric Manasse, died earlier this week.
In action: Nicolas Anelka (left) tries to nick the ball away from Southampton's Dejan Lovren
Recent addition: Anelka (left) took part in West Brom's pre-season game against Bologna
NICOLAS ANELKA TRANSFERS
PSG to Arsenal £0.5m
Arsenal to Real Madrid £22.3m
Real Madrid to PSG £20m
PSG to Liverpool (loan)
PSG to Manchester City £13.m
Manchester City to Fenerbahce £7m
Fenerbahce to Bolton £8m
Bolton to Chelsea £15m
Chelsea to Shangai Shenhua Free
Shangai Shenhua to Juventus Free
Juventus to West Brom Free
But it is understood that the ex-Chelsea and Liverpool forward, now 34, cleared out his locker, taking his boots with him before informing the club of his decision to call it a day.
According to sources within the club, Anelka had been considering his position some 48 hours before communicating it to his employers.
It seems that Manasse's death hit the player hard and, after collecting his personal effects, he went to see West Brom's sporting and technical supremo, Richard Garlick.
He told the club's director that he no longer wanted to play football and was quitting the game.
Garlick attempted to persuade Anelka to stay but he left soon afterwards. It is not yet clear whether the player spoke to head coach Steve Clarke.
Anelka later confirmed Manasse's death while expressing his grief through his official Facebook page.
He wrote: 'It is with great sadness that I just learned the death of Mr Eric Manasse. Upset by the news of mourning which strikes his family and relatives, Eric will leave a great void in our lives.
'I can't find the words to express my immense sorrow, and I wanted to bring all my condolences to family Manasse after this tragic loss.'
West Brom issued a statement confirming that Anelka would not be part of the squad for the trip to Goodison Park tomorrow.
Main man: Anelka has spent fewer than 50 days at the Midlands club
It read: 'West Bromwich Albion can confirm that Nicolas Anelka will not be involved in Saturday's game at Everton.
'The club have excused the striker from duty on compassionate grounds.'
The former Real Madrid forward only linked up with Steve Clarke eight weeks ago after becoming available on a free transfer following a stint in Italy with Juventus.
He completed a full pre-season and had played in the opening match of the season against Southampton at the Hawthorns last Saturday.
The Saints had clearly earmarked Anelka as a dangerman. He played in a more withdrawn role and had minimal impact as West Brom struggled to break down the visitors' rearguard.
His frustration was clear to see but whether that had any part in his subsequent decision is unknown.
However, upon his return to the Black Country earlier this week, it was clear that something was amiss, starting a busy day with a turn for the worst for Clarke.
By mid-afternoon however, the Scot's mood had improved after Scott Sinclair agreed a season's loan with a view to a permanent deal from Manchester City.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/fo...lks-West-Brom-agents-death.html#ixzz2ckFGE3KZ
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By NEIL MOXLEY
PUBLISHED: 09:38 EST, 22 August 2013 | UPDATED: 17:52 EST, 22 August 2013
115 shares 12 View
comments
Nicolas Anelka may have kicked his last football as a professional after walking out on West Bromwich Albion.
The former France international is considering his future in the game after a tragedy in his personal life which led to dramatic scenes at the club's training ground.
Officially, Anelka has been granted compassionate leave for an indefinite period after his agent, Eric Manasse, died earlier this week.
In action: Nicolas Anelka (left) tries to nick the ball away from Southampton's Dejan Lovren
Recent addition: Anelka (left) took part in West Brom's pre-season game against Bologna
NICOLAS ANELKA TRANSFERS
PSG to Arsenal £0.5m
Arsenal to Real Madrid £22.3m
Real Madrid to PSG £20m
PSG to Liverpool (loan)
PSG to Manchester City £13.m
Manchester City to Fenerbahce £7m
Fenerbahce to Bolton £8m
Bolton to Chelsea £15m
Chelsea to Shangai Shenhua Free
Shangai Shenhua to Juventus Free
Juventus to West Brom Free
But it is understood that the ex-Chelsea and Liverpool forward, now 34, cleared out his locker, taking his boots with him before informing the club of his decision to call it a day.
According to sources within the club, Anelka had been considering his position some 48 hours before communicating it to his employers.
It seems that Manasse's death hit the player hard and, after collecting his personal effects, he went to see West Brom's sporting and technical supremo, Richard Garlick.
He told the club's director that he no longer wanted to play football and was quitting the game.
Garlick attempted to persuade Anelka to stay but he left soon afterwards. It is not yet clear whether the player spoke to head coach Steve Clarke.
Anelka later confirmed Manasse's death while expressing his grief through his official Facebook page.
He wrote: 'It is with great sadness that I just learned the death of Mr Eric Manasse. Upset by the news of mourning which strikes his family and relatives, Eric will leave a great void in our lives.
'I can't find the words to express my immense sorrow, and I wanted to bring all my condolences to family Manasse after this tragic loss.'
West Brom issued a statement confirming that Anelka would not be part of the squad for the trip to Goodison Park tomorrow.
Main man: Anelka has spent fewer than 50 days at the Midlands club
It read: 'West Bromwich Albion can confirm that Nicolas Anelka will not be involved in Saturday's game at Everton.
'The club have excused the striker from duty on compassionate grounds.'
The former Real Madrid forward only linked up with Steve Clarke eight weeks ago after becoming available on a free transfer following a stint in Italy with Juventus.
He completed a full pre-season and had played in the opening match of the season against Southampton at the Hawthorns last Saturday.
The Saints had clearly earmarked Anelka as a dangerman. He played in a more withdrawn role and had minimal impact as West Brom struggled to break down the visitors' rearguard.
His frustration was clear to see but whether that had any part in his subsequent decision is unknown.
However, upon his return to the Black Country earlier this week, it was clear that something was amiss, starting a busy day with a turn for the worst for Clarke.
By mid-afternoon however, the Scot's mood had improved after Scott Sinclair agreed a season's loan with a view to a permanent deal from Manchester City.
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/fo...lks-West-Brom-agents-death.html#ixzz2ckFGE3KZ
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It's not his agent or his brother, it's a close friend who used to be involved with agent & Brother in some way & would travel around with Anelka & them.
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