Henry: Transfer edges closer
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Thierry Henry is looking more likely to leave Arsenal after Arsene Wenger reportedly entered talks with Barcelona over the sale of his skipper.
After weeks of speculation linking the French striker with a move out of North London, The Times claims 'the Arsenal manager met Ferran Soriano, the Spanish club's financial director, in Paris this week for preliminary discussions, though both parties remain some distance from agreeing Henry's transfer.'
'Wenger's surprising decision to speak to Barcelona stems from his realisation that he is running out of options, with Henry eager to take what many believe would be his final opportunity to move to Spain,' the newspaper adds.
Wenger would like to include Samuel Eto'o as part of the deal, but The Times claims the Spanish giants are 'reluctant' to part with the Cameroon striker.
However, The Guardian, which also reports Wenger's clandestine meeting, says 'Barcelona are thought to consider Eto'o surplus to requirements if Henry arrives.'
Yet, with the player himself signalling his determination to remain at the Nou Camp, it remains likely Arsenal will have to accept a straight cash deal of around £20m if they offload their captain.
The Gunners have refused to comment on the reports.
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woo .
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I don't believe this.
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hard to believe
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£20m for a 29 year old... Quite a good offer...
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not reallyOriginally posted by KrU:£20m for a 29 year old... Quite a good offer...
given that he is someone with proven quality
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Arsène Wenger has signalled his willingness to sell Thierry Henry by entering into negotiations with Barcelona for the first time. The Arsenal boss met Ferran Soriano, the Spanish club’s financial director, in Paris this week for preliminary discussions, according to reports in The Times.
Wenger wants to sign Samuel EtoÂ’o as part of the deal, but Barca are reluctant to allow the Cameroon striker to leave despite his problems at the club this season. EtoÂ’o has fallen out with Frank Rijkaard, the coach, and Ronaldinho, his team-mate, but this week spoke of his desire to stay at the Nou Camp and play alongside Henry, 29, whose arrival would represent a greater threat to the Brazil forward.
Eto’o is a close friend of Henry and the pair have spoken recently about the prospect of forming a new strike partnership. Even if Barcelona were willing to release Eto’o in order to secure Henry’s services, they would demand at least £10 million from Arsenal to complete the deal. AC Milan are also interested in Henry, but Barcelona would be his preferred destination.
Barcelona are expected to make a preliminary offer next week of £15 million and with Arsenal’s asking price £20 million, the parties are not too far apart. The negotiation of Henry’s personal terms may not prolong the process as Barcelona have prepared a three-year contract offer worth £7 million a year with an option for a further 12 months.
Henry was close to joining Barcelona last summer after playing in the 2-1 Champions League final defeat against them. Henry joined Arsenal in 1999 and although he has been the centre of many transfer rumours, he has never publicly stated he will leave the club. -
woots. looks like the little prospect of seeing henry in liga next season is becoming concrete.
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Originally posted by omgukilledkenny:
dUN ANYHOW TALK RUBBISH LAH!
[b]Thierry Henry is looking more likely to leave Arsenal after Arsene Wenger reportedly entered talks with Barcelona over the sale of his skipper.
After weeks of speculation linking the French striker with a move out of North London, The Times claims 'the Arsenal manager met Ferran Soriano, the Spanish club's financial director, in Paris this week for preliminary discussions, though both parties remain some distance from agreeing Henry's transfer.'
'Wenger's surprising decision to speak to Barcelona stems from his realisation that he is running out of options, with Henry eager to take what many believe would be his final opportunity to move to Spain,' the newspaper adds.
Wenger would like to include Samuel Eto'o as part of the deal, but The Times claims the Spanish giants are 'reluctant' to part with the Cameroon striker.
However, The Guardian, which also reports Wenger's clandestine meeting, says 'Barcelona are thought to consider Eto'o surplus to requirements if Henry arrives.'
Yet, with the player himself signalling his determination to remain at the Nou Camp, it remains likely Arsenal will have to accept a straight cash deal of around £20m if they offload their captain.
The Gunners have refused to comment on the reports.[/b] -
As much as alot of ppl hate to see Henry leave EPL for La Liga, the move may be a good thing for Henry in the long run.
As he aged, we saw less of him taking on players week in week out when he is fit but he somewhat compensated that by playing more one-twos and defense splitting passes. The slower paced and more technique-based of La Liga will be ideal. Besides, there are no lack of talents to support his cause in the final third of the playing field. -
Yeah!!!
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I don't think this is true at all. This sounds too much like a baseless tabloid.
Is it really possible that Wenger will let Henry go?
NO.
Arsenal hasn't got in any new strikers in the transfer window. Henry is considered as a talismanic player in Arsenal, and is one of those who can really score. Robin van Persie is also a budding star.
We all know what can happen to Arsenal if Henry and RVP are out of the way; there is a good chance Arsenal won't get to score at all, or have a low scoring ratio when compared to the other top clubs.
Wenger won't be allowing Henry to go, and I don't think Henry will want to leave yet anyway.
I think people should have the habit of stating and linking their source when posting articles. Without them, it's hard to judge how reliable the articles are! -
X2..I was thinking..if u can shine in the EPL but is fading away..just go join La Liga or Serie A...Cause their the pace is much slower..if u can play de fast and furious style of EPL La Liga sure no kick...That's why i though RVN's transfer last yr was good for both Man Utd and RVN himself..Will we see yet another fight on de La Liga goalscoring charts btw RVN and Henry?Originally posted by BÃ¥seline:As much as alot of ppl hate to see Henry leave EPL for La Liga, the move may be a good thing for Henry in the long run.
As he aged, we saw less of him taking on players week in week out when he is fit but he somewhat compensated that by playing more one-twos and defense splitting passes. The slower paced and more technique-based of La Liga will be ideal. Besides, there are no lack of talents to support his cause in the final third of the playing field. -
Hmm I know Serie A's is slow, but is La Liga the same? I'm not very well-acquainted with La Liga's playing style.Originally posted by lpx88:X2..I was thinking..if u can shine in the EPL but is fading away..just go join La Liga or Serie A...Cause their the pace is much slower..if u can play de fast and furious style of EPL La Liga sure no kick...That's why i though RVN's transfer last yr was good for both Man Utd and RVN himself..Will we see yet another fight on de La Liga goalscoring charts btw RVN and Henry? -
lol ok.Originally posted by Slipshade:I think people should have the habit of stating and linking their source when posting articles. Without them, it's hard to judge how reliable the articles are! -
Yep it is..i doubt any other league can amtch up to the EPL in terms of its intensity and pace...La Liga is really more technical based..doesn really emphasized on skill..Thats why u find the more skillful mostly south American players there...Established EPL players who moved there I felt will have almost no problems besides the new language and culture as they have their powerful physical attributes as an added boost?Yea..Originally posted by Slipshade:Hmm I know Serie A's is slow, but is La Liga the same? I'm not very well-acquainted with La Liga's playing style. -
IMO the pace of La Liga is rather on par with the EPL. Serie A's gotta be the slowestOriginally posted by Slipshade:Hmm I know Serie A's is slow, but is La Liga the same? I'm not very well-acquainted with La Liga's playing style.
. or maybe its because the commentators there suck so much thats why people find it slow 
Anyway, i feel that if Henry really wants to stay at Arsenal, he should come out and squash the rumours instead of dilly dallying. -
True lar! He shud just say " I WILL stay" instead of its good to hear offers frm ac milan lar..or he say "for a moment" he will stay in arsenal. cmon titiOriginally posted by omgukilledkenny:IMO the pace of La Liga is rather on par with the EPL. Serie A's gotta be the slowest . or maybe its because the commentators there suck so much thats why people find it slow
Anyway, i feel that if Henry really wants to stay at Arsenal, he should come out and squash the rumours instead of dilly dallying. -
Yea i wonder how Arsenal fans will feel if he leaves, because this is what he said last May 2006,"This is my last contract. It is where I belong."Originally posted by felirox:True lar! He shud just say " I WILL stay" instead of its good to hear offers frm ac milan lar..or he say "for a moment" he will stay in arsenal. cmon titi -
Just dont know why.. Hes been linked with other clubs for the godzillion'th time...Just feel that he's not gonna leave...Hes a gunners next season
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I'm not sure how it is like for Serie A, but I sure hate the way the La Liga commentators shout 'goal!'.
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Have a go at Brazilian league.... their goal announcement are some of the longest.Originally posted by Slipshade:I'm not sure how it is like for Serie A, but I sure hate the way the La Liga commentators shout 'goal!'. -
If Wenger manages to get trade Henry for Eto'o, it would be nice, very nice
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so is he leaving after all ?
