[dst]

What the deal we had in place with him/his club?

Tbh, I don't know this kid and I've never seen anything from him, not even a clip. I don't care where he's going to end up next season. the only thing I care about is that we sign a good midfielder.

I saw him play in Brazil's friendly against the US. He was good but the US looked really bad that night.

[X-Offender]

We're being linked with Mexes more and more as time passes. It would be a fantastic deal, signing the best French defender for free. If I were Galliani, I'd also give a wink to Bosingwa and Taiwo, considering their contracts with their respective clubs terminate at the end of the season. It'd be amazing if we could sign all three without spending a penny.

[anano1214]

Milan To Use Alexandre Pato To Lure Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos To San Siro - Report

Milan will use Pato as part of a swap deal in the summer to bring Sergio Ramos to San Siro in the summer.

Rumours of unrest between Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho and defender Sergio Ramos continue to fuel speculation that the Spanish international could be on his way to Milan, with striker Alexandre Pato going the other way.

In recent times the compatibility of the 21-year-old Brazilian and Zlatan Ibrahimovic operating in the same front three alongside Robinho or Antonio Cassano has come into question, with many believing their similar styles leave the Rossoneri with a lack of creativity.

Corriere dello Sport have today reported that under-fire los Blancos striker Karim Benzema will be out of the Santiago Bernabeu door come the summer, meaning Pato's diminished status at Milan could pave the way for a swap deal with the 24-year-old versatile Spaniard to satisfy both clubs' needs.

Goal.com/en

[anano1214]

Milan Set To Sign Roma Defender Philippe Mexes - Report

Milan are reportedly on the verge of signing Philippe Mexes from Roma.

According to a report in L'Equipe, Serie A table toppers Milan are on the verge of completing the transfer of highly rated France international Philippe Mexes from fellow Italian side Roma on a Bosman free transfer.

The Rossoneri currently have only two centre-backs who have proven top class - Alessandro Nesta and Thiago Silva - and are therefore eager to add another high profile name to their back-line.

The 28-year-old Mexes started his professional career with Auxerre and joined Roma in the summer of 2004. He has since made well over 150 official appearances for the Giallorossi.

However, Mexes has an expiring contract with Roma and the two parties have so far been unable to reach an agreement about a new deal. Therefore, the experienced defender could be on his way out of the Lupi at the end of the season.

The report reads that Milan have already agreed terms with Mexes and that it's only a matter of time before the centre-back inks a long-term deal with i Diavoli. However, Milan CEO Adriano Galliani has played down the rumours linking Milan with Mexes.

"We haven't agreed terms with Philippe Mexes. We don't want to interfere in the negotiations between the player and Roma, a club with which we have a good relationship. Obviously, we'd be interested in signing him if Mexes decides not to sign a new deal with Roma," commented Galliani.

Goal.com/en

[anano1214]

I Don't Know Anything About Federico Marchetti Going To Milan - Cagliari President Massimo Cellino

Cagliari president Massimo Cellino has downplayed the rumours linking goalie Federico Marchetti to Milan.

Cagliari president Massimo Cellino has made it clear that he doesn't know anything about the alleged interest of Serie A giants Milan in out of favour shot stopper Federico Marchetti.

A number of recent reports suggested that the Rossoneri are considering making a move for the Italy international in the summer transfer window as they're looking for a replacement for current first choice goalie Christian Abbiati.

"Could Marchetti join Milan? I know that there have been some rumours. However, I don't know anything about a possible transfer," Cellino was quoted as saying by Corriere dello Sport.

"Milan CEO [Adriano] Galliani is a friend of mine and he hasn't told me anything about wanting to sign Marchetti."

The 28-year-old Marchetti represented Italy at the 2010 World Cup, but was dropped from the first team at Cagliari when he tried to force his way out of the club to join a bigger team. He hasn't made a single league appearances this term.

Goal.com/en

[anano1214]

Ganso agent denies Milan deal

The agent of Santos revelation Paulo Henrique Ganso has rubbished reports of an agreement with Milan.

The 20-year-old Brazilian is seen as a star of the future and he’s been heavily associated with the Rossoneri in the past few weeks.

The South American was quoted on Wednesday as suggesting that he will be playing in Milan next season – either with the Rossoneri or Inter.

However, the player’s entourage have released a statement denying that the youngster’s future is already sorted out.

“Even today there have been false reports in the media regarding an eventual agreement with Milan,” it read.

“The only negotiations taking place right now are with Santos in regard to a contract extension until 2015.”

Football Italia

[acid911]

Thanks for posting these news bits, anano1214. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/king.gif) We miss these on Milanfan.com, the news section here is practically a ghost town. And yes, I'd love Mexes as a CB here, my Roma-fan friends rate him quite highly, and at the same time think that he won't be leaving the capital-city club anytime soon.

[X-Offender]

All those denials sound like confirmations to me. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[JimboMilano]

ITALY/ AC MILAN
Rumoured swap with Real Madrid planned


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[kurtsimonw]

I'd do it in a heartbeat, I know many on here who wouldn't.

We're look pretty good in terms of attack for the next few years at least whilst full back is a major problem.

[Fillipo Simone]

I'd do it in a heartbeat, I know many on here who wouldn't.

We're look pretty good in terms of attack for the next few years at least whilst full back is a major problem.

I agree. Thing is, Milan could much easier sign a new quality striker then a quality fullback, which Ramos sure is. Mourinho will get Maicon, and he isn't so fond of Ramos, so I wouldn't regard the rumour total BS.

[dst]

if there's one thing I agree with Mourinho on is that Ramos is not a top level quality fullback. so, as a fullback he's not worth Pato in exchange and no CB is good enough to give up Pato either.

So clearly no from me. It sounds unrealistic too.

[il_diavolo_mtl]

It is defitnetaly unlikely, but i could do it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[Zed.D]

I wouldn't regard the rumour total BS.

I would, since I've heard this like 5 times before. it's a recycled rumor.

Let me just say that I can't see Ramos joining us.. even if he's bound to leave Madrid, there are better options for him. yes, I'm not Ramos nor his agent or his brother, but I can feel it... that some of these players see themselves too good to play in Serie A. Ramos certainly gives me that vibe.

[acid911]

I'm with dst. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sleep.gif) Bring me something real big if you want Pato. Lots of cash + Ramos, or GTFO.