Milan Hop On The Keirrison Bandwagon

Italian giants AC Milan have joined the race to sign Brazilian sensation Keirrison.

Barcelona and Liverpool have already admitted their interest in the 20-year-old Brazilian with AC Milan now joining the race for Keirrison's signature.

Keirrison currently plays for Brazilian giants Palmeiras, on loan from Cortiba who own 20 percent of his contract. The other 80 percent of the striker's contract is owned by Traffic Sports Marketing, the same company who own the rights to Manchester United's Carlos Tevez.

The player, who has already netted 13 times in 10 games for Palmeiras, expressed his own desire to one day play for La Liga leaders Barcelona. However, his interests may soon turn elsewhere as his idol Ronaldo's old club AC Milan have shown their interest in the youngster.

Speaking via telephone on Brazilian talk show Bem Amigos, Rossoneri technical director Leonardo revealed his club's interest.

"The reason for my call is not to speak to Ronaldo," Leonardo said.

"I wanted to call Keirrison.

"Ronaldo has already played for Milan and scored goals, now it is time for Keirrison. It impresses me that he can score with his left and score with his right. He has the ability to dribble and has a perfect touch."

Flattered by the kind words of Leonardo, Keirrison still remained firm in his dreams of one day playing for Barca.

"If I was to pick a team to join from Europe, I would like to play for Barcelona, like Ronaldo and Romario. It would be great to play in Spain.

"I have watched Romario and Ronaldo play for them in the past and that made me aspire to want to play for a great club like Barca.

"I have also dreamt about playing alongside someone like Lionel Messi one day."

Stephen Crawford, Goal.com

Hmm....the interview seems to suggest he's a dribbler. If we get another dribbler, we must plan to play a 4-3-3 or something.

If this dude is coming in, then I guess Ronnie is going out?

It's Leonardo vs the appeal of Barca. We'll see. I'm worried that Barca would offload Henry to us in a bid to get this kid. The advantage is that Barca is currently distracted by Benzema and would ignore Keirrison. So then it would be a toss up between Madrid and us, and I think we'd be better off. Of course IF we want him.

Zed, take a look at this kid. You're good with Brazillian youngsters.

No seriously. I no, it sounds like that, but I'd rather take your word for it. I honestly have no clue when it comes to picking outrageous talent. Esp not from youtube. I actually thought that Kerlon kid would be something. While G.Rossi would be another name lost to the annals of history.

While G.Rossi would be another name lost to the annals of history.

WTF are we to do with Obi Mikel? Crazy reports.

Don't know but he and his "silly" dribble didn't impress me...


Man, now I believe you when you say you're not good at picking talents!

Hmm....the interview seems to suggest he's a dribbler. If we get another dribbler, we must plan to play a 4-3-3 or something.

If this dude is coming in, then I guess Ronnie is going out?

It's Leonardo vs the appeal of Barca. We'll see. I'm worried that Barca would offload Henry to us in a bid to get this kid. The advantage is that Barca is currently distracted by Benzema and would ignore Keirrison. So then it would be a toss up between Madrid and us, and I think we'd be better off. Of course IF we want him.

Zed, take a look at this kid. You're good with Brazillian youngsters.

one reports say we are trying to do a flamini with obi mikel

WTF are we to do with Obi Mikel? Crazy reports.

Essien is one of the very few Chelsea players I'd like to see at Milan. Really really like the guy.

Hey everyone! For ****s sake!! We don't need any more DMF's!!!!


... and I speak with love and respect!

I wish we'd sign an Italian or two.

I would like Rijkaard to be the next Milan manager, though the whole Rijkaard/Ronaldinho thing would no doubt start up again. If it were to happen, Ronaldinho would have to go, it's like like he's really done anything to earn a place at the club, he had his chance this season and he's just not put any effort in as far as I can see.

(Abate and Di Gennaro can play on the wings.)

Right, sorry. It's okay to bring on 19 year old unknown Brazilians and give THEM a chance, but not at all permissible to do so for our own good primavera players.

Seriously... youtube vids? There's not even something so very special about those goals (except for the on on 0:50 but then he'll never find himself in that position in Europe)... Brocchi and Kaladze can be made to look amazing in video compilations.

I don't know who we're going to sign and I don't care about his nationality as long as he's tall, strong and world class. We should of course when looking to sing new players first check the Italian players that fit the characteristics.

For one, we should buy Aquilani to take Seedorf's place in the starting line-up.

THIS KID HAS A ROCKET FOR A LEG!!!!

@ dst

There was something so special about Pato that one could see it even in youtube vids! I did

Anyway, can't say I'm amazed by this kid. he's good, just like many other Brazilian kids. but I don't see any reason why we would go for him when we have a similar player in Pato (which IMO is much better even though he's 1 year younger). I want G.Rossi.

I really like Rossi but he's short... I think it'd be better if we added some vertical presence in that attacking department.

Borriello if only he stays away from injuries, he's exactly the type of striker we need.

(Abate and Di Gennaro can play on the wings.)

Borriello if only he stays away from injuries, he's exactly the type of striker we need.

Report: Milan To Swoop For Roma Defenders Philippe Mexes & Christian Panucci
The Rossoneri are allegedly preparing to ransack the capital club to reinforce their ageing defensive line.

According to Turin-based daily Tuttosport, Milan could launch an audacious bid to capture Roma central defender Philippe Mexes next summer and are also eager to bring back Christian Panucci.

The veteran Italian defender plied his trade at the Stadio San Siro from 1993-97 and will be available on a free transfer at the end of the season. His current contract in the capital will run out in the summer and it is unlikely that he will be offered a renewal after his insubordination in Naples back in January.

But the Diavoli would need to dig deep in their pockets to prise French international Mexes away from the Stadio Olimpico.

Paolo Maldini will call it a day in June and there are still doubts over the long-term fitness of Kakha Kaladze and Alessandro Nesta.

Milan consider Mexes the ideal candidate to command their rearguard and it is suggested that Roma will be forced to part company with the 26-year-old if they fail to qualify for the Champions League.

The Lombardy giants are reportedly prepared to put a €15 million offer on the table, plus the services of Ignazio Abate, who is currently co-owned with Torino, and Yoann Gourcuff, who was loaned out to French side Girondins de Bordeaux last summer.

Vince Masiello, Goal.com

I don't see the word "Ambrosini" anywhere, surely you've made a mistake?