Confirmed Summer Transfers (2013/14)

[Judge Jules]

Innit.

 

[King Binny]

Miroslav Djukic - Valencia (Head Coach)

Miroslav Djukic is all but Valencia’s new Coach and has enthused today on the responsibility and excitement he feels in returning to Mestalla.

The former centre-back has left his post at Real Valladolid after two years with the Castillians to take over at former playing side Valencia.

Touching down in the city today accompanied by sporting director Braulio Vazquez today, the 47-year-old is expected to finalise terms on a two-year contract before being officially presented to the media tomorrow.

“I am happy to return home to my club, and I hope to meet all the expectations that the club has placed on me,” Djukic told reporters at the airport on Tuesday.

“I’m very happy with the team I have, there is work ahead, which is great, because we are ready to meet the objectives of the club.

“It is fulfilling a dream to become the Coach of a big team like Valencia, whilst it is also a great responsibility for what is required.

“But I am ready and relaxed because we want to do great things and are ready to work for them.”

 

[King Binny]

Sven-Goran Eriksson - Guangzhou R&F (Head Coach)

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has been named head coach of Chinese club Guangzhou R&F after leaving Al Nasr yesterday.

The 65-year-old had requested to leave his role as technical director of the United Arab Emirates club after being offered the new opportunity in China.

A statement on the Guangzhou R&F website said: "The club's board of directors has today officially hired Sven-Goran Eriksson as Guangzhou football coach until December 2014.

"Coach Li Bing will from today no longer serve as the acting head coach."

China is just the latest in a long list of destinations for the well-travelled Swede, who has previously coached the national teams of Mexico and Ivory Coast as well as numerous clubs, including Lazio and Manchester City.

He guided England to the quarter-finals of three major tournaments, including the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan™ and the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany.

 

[King Binny]

Diego Reyes - Porto (undisclosed fee, reportedly €7 million)

Mexico defender Diego Reyes will leave Club America in the summer after signing a five-year contract with Porto, moving to the Estadio do Dragao for an undisclosed fee.

The 20-year-old won a gold medal with Mexico at this summer's Olympic Games and will move to Portugal from Mexico City outfit Club America at the end of the season.

A statement on fcporto.pt read: "Diego Reyes will be a Porto player. The young Mexican has signed a contract until 2018 and will join the Dragons for the start of next season.

"Reyes is one of the most promising centre-backs in the world, despite his youth. In the summer he became an Olympic champion with Mexico and attracted the interest of several leading European clubs."

 

[King Binny]

Hugo Viana - Al Ahli (free transfer)

 

[King Binny]

Emir Bajrami - Panathinaikos (undisclosed fee)

Panathinaikos Football Club is delighted to announce that it has reached an agreement with the Sweden international football player Emir Bajrami for the signing of a three-year contract.

 

[King Binny]

Dennis Rommedahl - RKC Waalwijk (free transfer)

Two year deal. Was there previously, on loan from PSV in 1997.

 

[King Binny]

Harry Kewell - Melbourne Heart (free transfer)

Melbourne Heart have announced the signing of Socceroos great Harry Kewell for the 2013-14 A-League season starting in October.

Kewell, 34, will line up against his old side Melbourne Victory in a massive derby clash in round one on October 12.

"I have been in regular contact with Harry over the past few months and have been so struck and impressed by his hunger," Melbourne Heart coach John Aloisi said on Wednesday.

"It's impossible to argue against the football quality and international experience that Harry will bring to our team and to the A-League."

 

[King Binny]

Jordi Xumetra - Levante (free transfer)

Levante have confirmed their first signing of the summer transfer window as midfielder Jordi Xumetra from newly promoted Elche.

Los Granotes have confirmed that they have picked up the 27-year-old on a free transfer, as his contract with his Alicante employers comes to an end.

Xumetra, who has yet to play in the Spanish top flight, was a regular fixture in Elche’s promotion campaign this season.

The footballer joins Levante on a three-year deal.

 

[King Binny]

Tino Costa - Spartak Moscow (€7m)

Valencia have confirmed that midfielder Tino Costa has been transferred to Spartak Moscow for a fee believed to be in the region of €7m.

The Argentine was reported in recent days as in advanced talks with the Russian outfit ahead of an exit from Los Che this summer.

The club have now confirmed the 28-year-old’s exit from Mestalla after three seasons, releasing a brief statement on Wednesday.

“Valencia have reached an agreement with Spartak Moscow for the transfer of Tino Costa to the Russian club,” read the note posted on Valencia’s official website.

“The club wishes the midfielder the best of luck in his new journey and want to thank him for his commitment and effort throughout his time at Valencia.”

 

[red_maradona]

Diego Reyes - Porto (undisclosed fee, reportedly €7 million)

will be sold on to some bigger club for 20m euros in 2 seasons?

 

[StevieM]

Harry Kewell - Melbourne Heart (free transfer)

On the day they released their Season Tickets for next year.... I wonder if it'll have a positive effect. 🙂

 

[King Binny]

Maarten Stekelenburg - Fulham (undisclosed fee, reportedly €5.6m)

Fulham Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Holland international goalkeeper, Maarten Stekelenburg, from AS Roma on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee which will see the player remain with the Whites until at least the summer of 2017.

The 30-year-old began his senior career at Ajax, having progressed through the Dutch club’s youth system.

Stekelenburg made more than 280 appearances during 11 seasons at Ajax, winning two league titles, three Dutch cups and four Dutch Super Cups before moving to Serie A and the Italian capital in 2011. He worked with current Fulham Manager Martin Jol at Ajax during the 2009/10 campaign.

Stekelenburg has 54 caps for the Netherlands and became first-choice goalkeeper following the retirement of Edwin van der Sar, having been understudy to the former Fulham man earlier in his career and at Euro 2008.

He reached the Final of the 2010 World Cup with Netherlands, narrowly losing out 1-0 to Spain in extra-time, and he represented his country at last summer’s Euro 2012.

Speaking from a central London hotel, Stekelenburg said: "I am very happy to be joining Fulham, and to have everything sorted out so early in the summer, so I can really focus on preparations for playing in the Barclays Premier League next season.

"It’s good that I’ll be joining Martin again, he knows my capabilities very well, so I am just looking forward to joining up with the team in pre-season and enjoying some time with them prior to the new season starting."

Jol added: "Maarten Stekelenburg is a fine quality goalkeeper who I know well from my time working with him at Ajax and of course as the Dutch international goalkeeper I have always had an additional interest in his career. I am sure that he will do well here at Fulham in the Premier League.

"He is a player of great quality and technical ability whose distribution and ability to react quickly and read the game is exceptional; he will be a fantastic addition to the talented team of keepers that we already have. I am delighted that he was so keen to come to join us and am very happy with the way that the summer is shaping up in terms of our signings, so on the whole I’m ever so pleased."

 

[King Binny]

Jay Tabb - Ipswich (free transfer)

Jay Tabb has agreed to join Town on a two-year deal from July 1st.

The former Republic of Ireland U21 international makes the switch to Suffolk on a free transfer, after seeing his contract at Reading expire.

Jay enjoyed a productive loan spell with Blues at the back end of last season, making nine appearances and scoring one goal.

The midfielder becomes the second signing of the summer, following Cole Skuse’s move to Portman Road from Bristol City.

"I really enjoyed my time at Ipswich and I'm delighted to sign permanently," Jay told the Club website.

"I'm pleased to get things sorted and I can't wait to get going again."

He leaves the Royals after clocking up almost 100 appearances, in which he played his part in helping the club win promotion to the Premier League, after arriving at the Madejski Stadium from Coventry in 2009.

 

[King Binny]

Walter Mazzarri - Inter Milan (Head Coach)

 

[Oncy]

COR Look at their flash suits,

 

[King Binny]

Jose Canas - Swansea (free transfer)

Swansea City have today finalised personal terms with Real Betis midfielder Jose Canas. The Spaniard has signed a pre-contract with the club which will be ratified once the transfer window opens on July 1.

The 26-year-old, whose contract is due to expire at Betis at the end of the month, has played a key role in their La Liga campaign, helping them book a Europa League Play-Off spot after a seventh-placed finish.

But Canas will now be involved in Europa League competition with the Swans instead following their success in the Capital One Cup last February, with Michael Laudrup’s side entering at the third qualifying stage.

Canas, who shares the same agent as Swans defender Chico Flores, will also join fellow Spaniards Angel Rangel, Pablo Hernandez and Michu in the squad at the Liberty.

A product of the Betis youth system, Cadiz-born Canas rose through the ranks at the club and made his first-team debut in 2009.

He helped the club win promotion back to the top-flight in 2011 and made 27 appearances last season.

The signing will come as a welcome boost for Swans fans after numerous stories in the media suggesting a disagreement in the camp with manager Michael Laudrup over the level of transfer funds.

But Swans chairman, Huw Jenkins, said: “Myself, the manager and our recruitment staff are all agreed on the quality of players we would like to sign to help us remain competitive in the Barclays Premier League.

“We are continuing to work behind the scenes, in private wherever and whenever we can, to strengthen our squad.

“For that reason it’s disappointing that I have to respond to the speculation of unrest at the club after the fantastic season we have had.

“There are substantial funds available to strengthen our squad over the summer while we are also in the privileged position, because of the way we’ve managed our finances over the years, that we do not need to sell anyone to fund those new recruits.

“It goes without saying that some of our targets will sign for other clubs for different reasons. But that’s the same for every club. The important thing, and a factor that has always been vitally important for us, is that we sign players who want to play for Swansea City for footballing reasons. If not, then we move on to the next target.

“I think most people will agree that it is a policy that has served this football club, and more importantly our fans, well over the last decade.

“It is true that I have not sat down with our manager since the last game of the season against Fulham, but that’s because we have both been away on holidays at different times. It doesn’t mean we haven’t spoken because I’ve had numerous conversations with Michael over the phone and there's been no difference of opinion on our original transfer targets.

“We have built up a strong reputation over the last few years at Swansea and I believe we have gone about our business in the right way. We have to remain strong for the sake of our supporters and make sure this proud reputation is protected at all costs.

“A lot of hard work has been done to try and maintain and improve on the incredible journey we have had over the last 10 years. That work will continue.’’

 

[King Binny]

Fernandinho - Man City (£35m)

Manchester City FC are delighted to announce the signing of Brazilian international Fernandinho from Shakhtar Donetsk.

The 28-year-old has completed a medical and a deal has been agreed with Shakhtar Donetsk for his transfer.

He will wear the number 25 shirt.

Speaking of his move, Fernandinho said:

“This is a change, a challenge and a chance that I have been waiting a long time for. Playing in the Premier League for City is like a dream.

“My ambition here is to win all the titles, the team here is strong, and so is the greatness of the club and the supporters. Professionally this is a spectacular thing. Playing for a huge club in a huge league makes me so happy. I hope I will be able to repay City for what they have done for me.

“I know I will face challenges but I am prepared for them. Every player at a high level faces pressure and must respond and I am ready for that too. I know a lot about City. Ever since they expressed an interest in me, I have been learning more.

The defensive midfielder brings a wealth of UEFA Champions League experience to Manchester with him. He has appeared in the competition with Shakhtar for the past eight seasons.

A box-to-box player with explosive pace and a taste for spectacular long-range shots, Fernandinho began his career with Atletico Paranaense in his homeland.

Fernandinho first wrote his name in lights in 2003 when he scored the winning goal in the FIFA World Youth Championship final against Andres Iniesta’s Spain.

Three years and 72 club appearances later, he opted to join the stable of Brazilians at eight-time Ukrainian champions Shakhtar, which included former City playmaker Elano Blumer and his ex-Atletico Paranaense teammate Jadson.

His breakout year is considered to be the 2007/08 campaign where his excellent performances and 11 goals earned him the Ukrainian Premier League’s Golden Football award for best player and helped Shakhtar to the championship.

The Londrina-born midfielder was also an integral member of the team when Shakhtar claimed their first piece of continental silverware, the 2009 UEFA Cup.

He weighed in with a number of crucial goals in their run to the final triumph over Werder Bremen in Istanbul, including the winner against Spurs in the Round of 16.

Since that success his stock has continued to rise, thanks to his standout performances in the Champions League, especially in his team’s run to the quarter-finals in 2010-2011.

He may be most familiar to English supporters for his role in Shakhtar’s 2-1 win over Chelsea last season – a game in which he scored the winning goal - one of five that he scored last year.

He made his Brazil debut for the Selecao under Mano Menezes against Germany in 2011 but has yet to be called up by new Brazil boss Luiz Felipe Scolari.

Fernandinho won the most recent of his international caps in February 2012 against Edin Dzeko’s Bosnia.

He will arrive in Manchester looking to add to his impressive collection of medals, which so far includes six Ukrainian titles (2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013), four Ukrainian Cups (2008, 2011, 2012, 2013), three Ukrainian Super Cups (2008, 2010, 2012) and one UEFA Cup (2009).

 

[Oncy]

30m
Ive honestly never heard of the fucker.

 

[LeTallecWiz]

That Swansea signing means Laudrup will probably stay another year @ Swansea.

I don't know why City are signing this kid - he's good but is CM really a place where the need strengthening?

 

[King Binny]

30m
Ive honestly never heard of the fucker.

Updated mate, its €40M, so its closer to £35m.

http://shakhtar.com/en/news/27109

On 6 June, FC Shakhtar and Manchester City reached an agreement regarding the transfer of the Pitmen’s midfielder Fernandinho to the English club. The Citizens signed the Brazilian for 40 million euros.

FC Shakhtar thank Fernandinho for those 8 years spent at the Donetsk club, for his goals and commitment. Ferna is not just a high-class player, but also a wonderful person with a big heart and open soul. Thank you and good luck at the new club!

That's close to a £30m profit having signed him for £7 million.

Shakhtar are following Porto in making huge profits in the transfer market. They sold Willian to Anzhi for £30m earlier this year. We're going to have to pay top dollar if we really want to sign that Armenian lad!

 

[Fabio]

He's fucking old!

 

[Oncy]

I see financial fair play is making a massive difference btw.

 

[King Binny]

He's fucking old!

Eoin O'Callaghan ‏@EoinOCallaghan

3s​

Age factor not a problem for City either. Barry on his way after a v.poor season. Says much about City's priorities spending so much on DM.

 

[King Binny]

Wellington Nem - Shakhtar (€9m)

On 6 June, Shakhtar Donetsk signed a 5-year contract with Wellington Nem. The transfer fee of the former Fluminense player was 9 million euros.

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Wellington Nem
Full name - Wellington Silva Sanches Aguiar
Born on 6 February 1992, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Position - forward
Previous club - Fluminense (Brazil)
Brazilian champion - 2012
Brazil international (3 games)

 

[Whirly]

Wellington Nem - Shakhtar (€9m)

Going to be worth 4-5x that in a couple seasons, mark my words. Looks like real quality

Can we just hijack all of Shakhtar and Porto's signings, then loan them back out?

 

[the_khl]

30m
Ive honestly never heard of the fucker.

I've seen him a handful of times and whilst obvious a very decent footballer that prize tag does not make any sense at all.

Will be interesting to see whether he can actually prove to be worth that kind of money. I just doubt it.

 

[ILD]

Don't forget they spent approx. 20 million of Javi Garcia last season for the same position. Crazy spending.

 

[Zlate]

Fernandinho isn't that good, massively over-rated and not worth that money.

 

[737Max]

What are you all talking about?

City have a great record when it comes to signing Brazilians.

Jo
Elano
Robinho



Stands back and does the Nelson haha!