Confirmed Transfers 2014/2015

[King Binny]

Valencia - Rodrigo de Paul (€6.5 million)

[article=http://en.valenciacf.com/ver/35926/official-valencia-cf-announcement.html]Valencia Club de Fútbol wish to announce to season ticket holders, fans and shareholders that a complete agreement has been made with Racing Club de Avellaneda for the signing of Rodrigo de Paul. The deal is subject to the player’s passing a successful medical over the coming days.

The transfer fee for the Argentinian player has been set by both parties at 6.5 million dollars. The 19 year-old has played 55 games for Racing and has been used as both an attacking midfielder and forward. De Paul is unanimously considered one of the most important talents in Argentinian football.

Valencia CF General Sporting Manager, Francisco Joaquín Pérez 'Rufete', wished to praise the signing on ‘valenciacf.com’: "Rodrigo de Paul is a player who has proved himself in Argentina, captaining his side despite his youth. He has talent and a great maturity to his play. We believe that Rodrigo has everything it takes to be a success at Valencia CF and in European football.”

VCF Manager, Juan Antonio Pizzi, added to ‘valenciacf.com’ that "Rodrigo is the player with the biggest impact to come out of Argentina in the last five years. This is great news for Valencia CF.”

Valencia CF will provide further information about the arrival of Rodrigo de Paul, his medical and the date of his presentation over the coming days.[/article][article=http://en.valenciacf.com/ver/35945/rodrigo-de-paul-%80%9Ci%80m-going-to-valencia-to-add-to-the-team-and-help-fight-for-every-possible-trophy.html]Rodrigo de Paul (Sarandi (Avellaneda-Buenos Aires) / 24th May, 1994) has only words of praise for the club that will be his new home from next season. Speaking to valenciacf.com, the Argentine midfielder said that "I’m coming to a big club came to a big club that always fights for every domestic and European honours going. I know where I’m heading and how much I have to work to be part of one of the best teams in Spain. I can only say that I will do everything possible to repay the confidence placed in me already."


The current captain of Racing de Avellaneda stressed the importance Valencia CF playing legend-turned club ambassador Roberto Fabián Ayala had in his signing. "The first news of any interest from Valencia CF came through Fabián. He told me that he wanted to take me to the club, told me his ideas for the ​​present and future and that I was part of those plans. I felt very proud and that was when I told my agent to stop negotiations with Udinese, who were also interested in me. In addition, the manager is Juan Antonio Pizzi, whom I know well from Argentina and his brilliant spell at San Lorenzo de Almagro. They was league champions under him and that means that he is a very good coach."

Ayala was previously Racing’s sporting director, and brought De Paul into the first team there. "Now that everything is finalised and the clubs have reached an agreement, I’m just thinking about finishing the season in the best way possible here with my current team. Then I will rest up in order to be on top form at the start of the season in Valencia. My goal is to work harder than anyone, so that the manager knows he can count on me. Then I’ll give everything I have."

Valencia CF has always been a club at which Rodrigo’s compatriots have enjoyed success.

"Who doesn’t know about Kempes, Ayala, Claudio López, Aimar, Kily and all the other Argentinians who have worn the shirt at the highest level? They are very important players who have made history and are idols for the fans at Mestalla. I would love to make a space of my own in the fans’ hearts, but before that I need to work hard and do a good job.”

Rodrigo hopes that this new stage of his career in Spain is "beautiful and successful. I will take it with the seriousness that Valencia CF deserve. If we are able to form a good group, then we will also will be able to fight for La Liga and whatever else comes. This year has not been so good for the club, but they were still about to get into a European final. That's why next year we need to double our efforts to reverse this situation and make the fans enjoy the team and our objectives."

From afar he has been told about the fanbase at his new club. "Fabian has already told me that they are very passionate, that they get behind the the players and stick with the club through the good and the bad. In many games their support is key because they become a twelfth man. I realise that this resembles the Racing support, backing the side to the fullest. Hopefully we will be able to make them proud of us they will be encouraging us at every home game."

The young star dislikes describing himself as a player, but in Argentina wonders are spoken of his play. "I'm glad that they speak well of me, but it is not for me to comment. I always try to perform at the highest level, to help my teammates and to be useful to the manager. The most important thing is the group, that Valencia CF are a team and that I try to form part of that group to achieve every success possible."

Finally, Rodrigo de Paul told valenciacf.com that "I'm coming to Valencia to add to the team, with the intention of ​​fighting for trophies. I’m eager to undertake a new challenge in my career and, above all, to do it at as big a club as Valencia CF."[/article]

 

[King Binny]

Hertha Berlin - Jens Hegeler

[article=http://www.bayer04.de/B04-ENG/en/_md_aktuell-dt.aspx?aktuell=aktuell-5017]Hertha Berlin have completed the signing of versatile midfielder Jens Hegeler from Bayer Leverkusen.

The 26-year-old arrived at the BayArena as a youth prospect before securing a first-team place via loan spells at Augsburg and Nuremberg.

However, this term he has started just six Bundesliga matches and will move to the capital on a three-year deal at the end of the campaign.

His only goal of the season came in the UEFA Champions League against Real Sociedad as he scored in a 2-1 victory, and Hertha head coach Jos Luhukay was pleased to bring in such a versatile player.

"Jens Hegeler is an excellent, very flexible, midfielder, who will be an excellent fit for our team. I am very glad that we have managed to bring him to Hertha," he told the club's official website.

"For us it is important that we have multi-functional players, who make us better qualitatively.

"He is a player that can be used in several positions - regardless of whether this is in defence, in central midfield, on the wing or even a little further forward in midfield."

Hertha have enjoyed a solid if unremarkable campaign back in the top flight and could yet secure a top-half finish with a point over Borussia Dortmund in the final week.

Despite Leverkusen having guaranteed European football next term, Hegeler was delighted to be offered a new challenge with Hertha.

"I am looking forward to the new challenge," he said.

"I wanted to go to Berlin because I am sure that Hertha has great potential. Also, the fans in Berlin are great, as is the atmosphere in the Olympic Stadium."[/article]

 

[Markeh]

Never heard of him but for $6.5million it sounds like a good deal

I'm furious we weren't in for him!

 

[King Binny]

Leverkusen - Wendell (reportedly €5.5 million)

[article=http://www.bayer04.de/b04-eng/en/_site_index.aspx]Bayer 04 have signed the Brazilian left back Wendell Nascimento Borges – known as Wendell – from Gremio Porto Alegre for the start of next season. The 20-year-old left-footed defender (1.76 metres, 64 kilos) has agreed a five-year deal to 30 June 2019.

"Wendell is a very talented player who play can help strengthen our squad. We're convinced he can continue the tradition of top Brazilian players at Bayer 04 Leverkusen," declared Bayer 04 sporting director Rudi Völler, who watched the 20-year-old play on Tuesday in Brazil, accompanied by assistant coach Daniel Niedzkowski and before the contact was signed, in a 3-0 win against Atletico Nacional (Columbia) in the Copa Libertadores – the Latin-American equivalent of the Champions League.

"The signing of Wendell is an important transfer for Bayer 04 Leverkusen as part of our long-term strategy. We always said we want to strengthen our squad in a targeted manner. Wendell exactly suits our plans and we have already completed the deal using a buy-out clause that was due to run out on Saturday," said Bayer 04 managing director Michael Schade in commenting on the agreed deal with the 20-year-old.

Wendell sees the move to Bayer 04 Leverkusen as the logical next step in his career: “Bayer 04 has an excellent reputation in Brazil after the large number of signings in the past. I also had a long talk with my team captain Zé Roberto who played for Bayer 04 for years. He advised me to make the move as he raved about his time at Leverkusen.[/article]
Leverkusen - Josip Drmic (reportedly €5 million)

[article=http://www.bayer04.de/b04-eng/en/_site_index.aspx]Bayer 04 have completed the second transfer for the coming Bundesliga campaign following the signing of the Brazilian left-back Wendell. The Werkself have secured the services of the Switzerland international Josip Drmic from FC Nürnberg. The striker, who scored 17 goals for FCN this season, has signed a contract to 30 June 2019.

“We have laid down a clear marker for our future approach,” declared Bayer 04 CEO Michael Schade. “Josip Drmic has shown his extra quality over the course of the Bundesliga campaign and he is one of the top strikers in the Bundesliga. We’ve brought him in to significantly increase our attacking capability and equip the team to have another go at the Champions League.”

And Bayer 04 sporting director Rudi Völler was very happy with the transfer of the 21-year-old Drmic to Leverkusen: “We won out against serious competition and are happy that Josip Drmic has opted to take up a long-term deal with us. A player like him gives us additional options up front. He’s quick, strong and can play on either wing as well as in the middle. Josip is a top player who really fits in with our ambitions.”

“To play at the top with Bayer 04”

After Drmic was unable to prevent the relegation of FC Nürnberg with his goals, the 1.81 metre right footer has set himself bigger targets at Bayer 04 Leverkusen: “It’s a real shame I had to leave FCN under these circumstances. I had a great time there in spite of the sorry end to the season. But now I want to play at the top of the Bundesliga and get through to the group stages of the Champions League in the play-offs in August. It’s a dream for every football pro. Leverkusen are a great team and they convinced me over a number of meetings that I’ve made exactly the right decision by coming here,” explained Drmic.[/article]

 

[King Binny]

Napoli - Mariano Andújar (€1.5 million, co-ownership)

[article]Catania goalkeeper Mariano Andujar has expressed his delight at having secured a move to Napoli.

The 30-year-old Argentine international recently transferred from the Elefanti for a fee of €1.5 million, penning a three and a half year contract at the Stadio San Paolo, but will spend the remainder of the 2013-14 campaign on loan with the Rossazzurri.

“It’s a forward step in my career, I’m happy,” he told Tycsports.com.

“I already knew about the interest from Napoli, even when it was not being talked about.

“If a club as important as that has chosen me, it means I have done something right in my career.

“It’s not easy arriving at an important club like Napoli, but now I have to remain focused on Catania, as we are going through a difficult time.”

Andujar hasn’t played for the Sicilians since the 4-1 Coppa Italia defeat against Serie B side Siena, with newly instated Coach Rolando Maran preferring to field Alberto Frison between the sticks.

“Unfortunately, I’m not the first choice at the moment, and this situation is happening in a World Cup year, after many seasons as a starter.

“However, I’ll continue to train and give everything to get my place back in the side, also because I don’t want to lose my spot in the [Argentinian] national team.”

Andujar has spent the last five campaigns with the Etnei and has appeared 135 times for the club since signing from Estudiantes in 2009.[/article]

 

[737Max]

So does that mean Pepe isn't going to stay at Napoli @King Binny

 

[King Binny]

So does that mean Pepe isn't going to stay at Napoli @King Binny

The Andujar signing was sealed in Jan. Napoli's Sporting Director insisted last week that they still want to keep Reina.
[article=http://www.football-italia.net/48838/%E2%80%98napoli-want-keep-reina%E2%80%99]Napoli’s sporting director Riccardo Bigon has admitted that the club do intend to try and keep hold of Pepe Reina beyond this season.

The Spaniard is approaching the end of his year-long loan at the San Paolo before he is due to return to Anfield to negotiate with Liverpool his future.

Amid continued links with Barcelona, Napoli have hinted recently of their desire to reach a permanent deal for Reina, which their sporting director has this week now confirmed.

“He is a very important player on and off the field,” Bigon has reflected on In Casa Napoli this week.

“We cannot do anything but wait for the end of the season to talk with him and with Liverpool. The club is interested in keeping him.

“He is a player who has been good here, that has a very close relationship with the Coach and also his family have settled very well.

“And there is Mariano Andujar, who is another good goalkeeper.

“And Rafael? His was a purchase that could represent our goalkeeper for the coming years.

“Together with the Coach, however, we thought that the presence of Reina was important for the Brazilian to better acclimatise.

“He is returning from treatment in Brazil now, we will see what will happen in the market. He is still a very good goalkeeper who has have a very good season.”[/article]

 

[King Binny]

West Brom - Terry Burton (Technical Director)

[article=http://www.wba.co.uk/news/article/burton-rejoins-baggies-as-technical-director-1550419.aspx#ATTMc1VjEM1IK5yU.99]ALBION are delighted to announce the appointment of Terry Burton as Technical Director.

The 61-year-old will leave his current post as Arsenal’s Head of Youth Coaching and officially rejoin the Club on June 1.

Burton’s arrival forms part of a realignment of duties. He will work alongside Richard Garlick, who has operated as Sporting & Technical Director for the past 14 months and will now continue as Director of Football Administration.

Burton enjoyed a successful four-month spell as First-Team Coach under now-England Manager Roy Hodgson at The Hawthorns during the 2011/12 season.

He will play an integral role in the search for a new Head Coach to succeed Pepe Mel and the signing of new players.

Chairman Jeremy Peace said: “It’s great to welcome Terry back to the Club. His knowledge and experience of the game is second to none.

“Terry made a lasting impression during his time here two seasons ago and comes highly-recommended for his new role.

“Richard has worked tirelessly as Sporting & Technical Director and remains a key member of the Board.

“However, with the responsibilities of the position becoming increasingly wide-ranging, we felt it would be wise to split the role.

“The appointment of Terry, who has vast experience of coaching, developing young players and identifying talent, can only strengthen the Club.”

Burton said: “I really enjoyed my previous spell at Albion and I’m delighted to be coming back.

“It’s a terrific football club and this is a new, exciting chapter in my career.”

The First Team and Academy set-ups will report into Burton. Garlick will retain responsibility for all football administration duties, including co-ordinating and supporting the Scouting/Recruitment and Performance/Medical staff and overseeing regulatory matters.

Burton will work with the Coaching and Recruitment staff in identifying the type and calibre of players that will improve the squad.

He will also join Garlick, the rest of the Board and the new Head Coach in the decision-making process regarding the signing of new players.

Peace added: “Terry knows the Club well from his previous time here and we believe he can provide invaluable assistance to the Board and Coaching staff on all footballing matters.”

Burton turned to coaching while playing non-league football, after being released by Arsenal aged 19.

By 24, he was named Gunners youth-team boss and five years later took the step up to first-team Coach at Highbury, working under manager Don Howe in the mid-80s. He proved instrumental in bringing through the hugely-successful generation of players that included Tony Adams, David Rocastle, Michael Thomas, Paul Merson and Martin Keown.

A change of manager saw the arrival of George Graham and, after a year working as reserve-team boss under the Scot, Burton left Arsenal in the summer of 1987.

Within 12 months he was appointed as Wimbledon's youth-team coach, revamping the set-up before stepping up to become Joe Kinnear's assistant in 1992.

After a year working under Egil Olsen, Burton was handed the managerial reins in 2000. With the club in crisis, Wimbledon were forced to sell their best players – but he still guided his young team to the fringes of the play-offs in his two seasons in charge.

In 2002, he was appointed assistant manager to Ray Lewington at Watford and during the 2004/05 season he moved to Cardiff as No.2 to Dave Jones. He was credited for bringing current Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey through the Bluebirds ranks.

Burton left City in the summer of 2011 and started the following season as a scout for Arsenal before joining the Baggies in December.

Four months later, after helping Hodgson cement Albion’s place in the Premier League, he was released from his short-term contract to enable him to join Sheffield Wednesday as assistant manager, where he helped steer the South Yorkshire side to promotion to the Championship.

He returned to Arsenal in July 2012, where he has remained in his current role, bossing the Under-21s and the Gunners team that participated in the NextGen Series, the elite European Under-19s competition.[/article]

 

[King Binny]

Werder Bremen - Alejandro Galvez (free transfer)

[article=http://www.werder.de/en/aktuell/news/49433.php]SV Werder Bremen have acquired Spanish centre back Alejandro Galvez as the 24-year-old defensive specialist from Rayo Vallecano from the Spanish Primera Division signed a three-year contract until 30 June 2017. "He is a young, very well trained centre back who has played in the country of the reigning world and European champions and gained a lot of game experience. I am happy that we were able to bring him to Bremen. I am certain that he will help stabilise our team," said Werder manager Thomas Eichin.

The 1.90m defender completed the sports physical with SV Werder a couple weeks ago. The Green-Whites for months have been observing the centre back, who started his professional career with Sporting Gijon. One match day before the end of the season, Galvez and Rayo Vallecano have secured a spot in the middle of the table. "Alejandro has proven in recent months that he can stabilise a defence. He played a major role in Vallecano's good second half. I am looking forward to another option for next season," said head coach Robin Dutt about the addition of the Spaniard.

The Grenada native Galvez debuted in the Primera Division on 15 January 2012 against Malaga and scored a goal in the 2-1 victory over the eventual Champions League participants. Since then, Galvez has established himself in the Spanish top flight with 66 appearances and four goals. Galvez also played eight matches in the Spanish cup Copa del Rey.[/article]

 

[King Binny]

Hoffenheim - Oliver Baumann (reportedly €6 million)

[article=http://www.achtzehn99.de/oliver-baumann-signs-for-tsg/]TSG have completed the transfer of Oliver Baumann from fellow Bundesliga side SC Freiburg. The 23-year-old goalkeeper has signed a contract until June 30th 2018.

Alexander Rosen, sporting director at TSG: “Oliver Baumann will lend us even more stability with over 130 Bundesliga games worth of experience and his undisputed sporting quality. Moreover, we’re confident that, as a person, Oliver fits in with our young team. We’re very happy that he has opted for TSG and the path that we’re on.”

“After 14 years at SC Freiburg, I’m very keen to learn a new surrounding,” said Oliver Baumann. “Hoffenheim have really shaken up the league lately with their very attacking playing style. I will try to provide a solid backing to help this playing style develop even more. I’m looking forward to the challenge.”

Born in Breisach am Rhein, Baumann joined SC Freiburg back in 2000. After spells in the youth sides and the reserves, the 1.87m goalkeeper made the step up to the first team in 2010. Baumann made 131 Bundesliga appearances for SCF. He also featured for them in six Europa League games. International experience is something he has also collected with the Germany national team’s youth sides (U18s, U19s, U20s and U21s).[/article]

 

[James]

Absolutely love your transfer threads, Binny. One of the biggest highlights of this site. Cheers, fella.

 

[Fabio]

@King Binny is a website treasure

 

[LeTallecWiz]

@King Binny is a website treasure

That's why he's a King though we should think about giving him a promotion ... what comes after King?

 

[King Binny]

Thank you. Like I always say, thanks for putting up with my "ctrl+c"s and "ctrl+v"s.

Ajax - Arkadiusz Milik (loan with option to buy)

[article=http://english.ajax.nl/News/Archive/Article/Ajax-loans-out-Milik-from-Bayer-Leverkusen.htm]Ajax has reached an agreement with Arkadiusz Mikil and Bayer Leverkusen. The forward is being loaned out from the German club, where he is currently under contract. The agreement runs for one season, until June 30, 2015. The left-footer played last season at FC Augsburg, on a loan out basis. An option to buy is included in the agreement.

The Polish forward Arkadiusz Milik, who was born on February 28 1994 in Tychy, is pleased with this move to Ajax. “Ajax is a big club with a good coach. They’ve won the national championship often. I hope to be a great asset for the team next season. I’m looking forward to playing in the Dutch competition. Obviously, I’m hoping to score many goals.”

Ajax’ director of football affairs Marc Overmars is pleased with the addition. “At Ajax, we wanted to ensure a point of play in the offense. I think that Milik matches this profile. He’s a player who can keep the ball because he’s physically strong, has a good shot, and is dangerous in the box.”[/article]
Interesting. This is the first time I've heard of him.

 

[King Binny]

Rubin Kazan - Marko Livaja (reportedly €6.1 million)

[article=http://www.rubin-kazan.ru/news_items/2231-marko-livayya-fotolenta]Inter Milan forward Marko Livaja has signed for Rubin Kazan.

Livaja had been in co-ownership with Atalanta.

“When my agent told me I would go to Rubin, I felt great emotion,” said Livaja on the official club website.

“I am very happy and proud that a club like Rubin chose me. I can’t wait to get started so I can make my debut with this jersey.

“Thanks to the fans of Atalanta and Inter. Now I want to win over the Rubin supporters.”[/article]

 

[Fabio]

That's why he's a King though we should think about giving him a promotion ... what comes after King?

According to Kanye and Jay Z, a GOD

 

[rurikbird]

According to Kanye and Jay Z, a GOD

At LFC that's already taken. Sorry, King Binny.

 

[King Binny]

Lokomotiv Moscow - Alan Kasaev

Signed from Rubin Kazan. 3 yr contract.

 

[King Binny]

Manchester United - Vanja Milinkovic

[article=http://www.manutd.com/en/News-And-Features/Football-News/2014/May/manchester-united-transfer-agreed-for-vanja-milinkovic-from-serbia.aspx]Manchester United is pleased to announce it has reached agreement with FK Vojvodina for the transfer of Serbian Under-17 international goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic.

Both clubs have agreed that the player will remain with FK Vojvodina next season.

If Milinkovic goes on to play for United's first team, he will follow in the footsteps of two fellow Serbians - departing captain Nemanja Vidic (300 appearances from 2006 to 2014) and winger Zoran Tosic (5 appearances from 2009 to 2010).

Milinkovic, who turned 17 on 20 February, made six appearances for Serbia in the qualifying phase for the UEFA Under-17 Championship, keeping three clean sheets. His country marginally missed out on a place in the finals tournament currently being held in Malta, after finishing above Republic of Ireland and Georgia but behind Germany on goal difference in an elite-round group.[/article]

 

[King Binny]

Sheff Utd - Marc McNulty (undisclosed fee), Jamal Campbell-Ryce (free transfer)

[article=http://www.sufc.co.uk/news/article/20140519-blades-make-double-signing-1558048.aspx#dkpU2xCpLYDHGJ9C.99]Nigel Clough has wasted little time in reshaping his United squad ahead of the 2014/15 campaign, he has recruited two attacking players - including paying a fee for a striker.

Clough has added to the Scottish contingent, securing the services of striker Marc McNulty, who he tracked at Derby County, in addition to adding the experienced Jamal Campbell-Ryce to the Blades ranks.

McNulty joins on a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee, whilst Campbell-Ryce has agreed a two-year deal, effect from the 1st July, when his deal with Notts County expires.

McNulty, 22, is United's second capture from Livingston this calendar year following signing of Stefan Scougall back in January.

Livingston finished in mid-table in the Scottish Championship last term and McNulty impressed, scoring 19 times in all competitions.

In total, he has scored 45 goals in 88 starts for Livi after making his debut as a 18-year-old in 2009.

Meanwhile, Campbell-Ryce returns to South Yorkshire for a third time, having previously represented Rotherham United and Barnsley

The experienced winger is a Jamaican international and played full games for Notts County in both fixtures against the Blades last season, making one of the goals in the encounter at Meadow Lane in January.

The 31-year-old is approaching 400 senior appearances.[/article]

 

[King Binny]

Bolton Wanderers - Neil Danns, Liam Trotter, Liam Fenney (free transfers)

[article=http://www.bwfc.co.uk/news/article/permanent-deal-for-danns-28414-1517135.aspx#dfuw7HOTPyTJgFuM.99]Neil Danns will join Bolton Wanderers on a permanent deal when his current contract at parent club Leicester City expires this summer.

The popular midfielder has netted six goals in two separate loan spells for Wanderers this season, with Dougie Freedman moving quickly to tie up a permanent deal.

And Danns, 31, has now officially put pen to paper on a one-year deal and will immediately join back up with Wanderers ahead of pre-season following this summer’s break.[/article]

[article=http://www.bwfc.co.uk/news/article/bolton-wanderers-to-sign-liam-trotter-12.5.14-1548203.aspx#J441ZveFhsh3EH9C.99]Liam Trotter will officially become a Bolton Wanderers player on July 1.

The midfielder, who made 16 appearances whilst recently on loan at Bolton, has now put pen to paper on a three-year deal and will join when his current contract at Millwall expires.

In a total of four-and-a-half years with Millwall, Trotter made 161 appearances scoring 25 goals.

The 25-year-old will become Bolton’s second summer signing, after fellow midfielder Neil Danns agreed to join from Leicester City last month.

Dougie Freedman says Liam Trotter has all the ingredients to prove a success as a Bolton Wanderers player.

With Trotter already well accustomed to life in North West following a recent loan spell with the club, Freedman was happy to have wrapped up a permanent deal.

“Liam fits the bill for what we’re looking to do here,” the manager said. “He’s at the right age and has the right attitude, to want to come and play for this football club.

“During his time on loan he showed that he is capable of playing in a number of positions in our midfield and for me continued to improve as the games went on.

“Because of the loan, he knows the setup and the way we like to work.

“He is someone we’ve been after for a while and it’s pleasing to have another player in through the door at this stage.”[/article]

[article=http://www.bwfc.co.uk/news/article/bolton-wanderers-to-sign-liam-feeney-19514-1564521.aspx#Cl3tK44BIfCVFbLz.99]Bolton Wanderers will complete the signing of Liam Feeney when his current deal at Millwall expires this summer.

The flying winger impressed during a brief loan stint with Wanderers last season, and Dougie Freedman has now moved to tie up a permanent deal for the 27-year-old.

Feeney’s current contract at Millwall will expire on June 30 and he was omitted from the London club’s retained list announced earlier this month.

And on July 1 Feeney will officially become a Bolton Wanderers player, joining Neil Danns and Liam Trotter in making permanent moves to BL6.

Feeney has signed a two-year deal at Bolton.[/article]

 

[Markeh]

That's why he's a King though we should think about giving him a promotion ... what comes after King?

Emperor Binny or Darth Binny

 

[King Binny]

Barcelona - Marc-André Ter Stegen (reportedly €12 million)

[article=http://www.fcbarcelona.com/football/first-team/detail/article/ter-stegen-arrives-pinto-leaves]The Club announces the signing of the keeper from Borussia Mönchengladbach, and the departure of Pinto after six and a half years of service to the team.

Marc-André Ter Stegen is one of the new signings for the 2014/15 Barça squad. Football Director Andoni Zubizarreta and the Board of Directors announced the news this afternoon after the extraordinary Board meeting scheduled for earlier this afternoon. In addition to the news regarding the German keeper, the Board announced that José Manuel Pinto will no longer defend Barça’s goal now that his contract has expired.

“The Board of Directors want to publicly thank the professionalism and dedication of José Manuel Pinto throughout his time at the Club.” Therefore, the Club thanked the keeper for his six and a half years of service as a Blaugrana. Pinto arrived in January of 2008 as Albert Jorquera’s replacement. He played a total of 73 games and won 16 titles (4 Ligas, 2 Champions Leagues, 2 Copas del Rey, 2 European Super Cups, 4 Spanish Super Cups and 2 Club World Cups).

Welcome, Ter Stegen

Born in Mönchengladbach on April 30, 1992, Marc-André Ter Stegen is considered to be one of the keepers with the highest potential in European football. He made his first team debut with Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2011, at the age of 18, and since then he’s consolidated his starting keeper status with the first team. He was crucial to his team in the last three seasons and in the 2011/12 season he was named best keeper of the Bundesliga.

Standing 189 centimeters tall, he dominates aerial play and is known for his natural ability and quick reflexes. Despite his young age, he’s a player with a lot of personality and experience thanks to his three years in the Bundesliga and with the German national team. After a long career in Germany’s youth teams, in May of 2012 he made his debut with the national team against Switzerland.

108 in the Bundesliga

His performances, in which he demonstrated an aptitude in goal and on-the-ball precision, made him crucial in Borussia Mönchengladbach’s fantastic season. His team finished sixth and qualified for the Europea League. Ter Stegen featured in 34 league games, conceded 43 goals and made 138 saves.[/article]

Barcelona - Luis Enrique (First Team Coach)

[article=http://www.fcbarcelona.com/football/first-team/detail/article/luis-enrique-signs-two-year-deal-as-new-fc-barcelona-manager]The FC Barcelona Board of Directors have this evening confirmed Luis Enrique Martíneza the new first team coach, following a proposal from Sporting Director Andoni Zubizarreta. Luis Enrique, 44 , will sign a two year deal.

This wil be Luis Enrique’s third spell at the Club, having previously joined as a player from Real Madrid in 1996, when he soon became a firm favourite with the fans for his competitive attitude. In addition, his versatility, knack of scoring big goals and technical ability made him a key member of the team.

In his first three seasons he won two League titles, two Spanish Cups, a European Cup Winners Cup and a European Super Cup . In his eight years as a player, Luis Enrique played 300 games and scored 109 goals and was captain from 2002 to 2004, when he finally hung up his boots as a player.

Record breaking B team coach

In 2008, he was back at the Club, taking over as coach of Barça B and after just missing out in his first year, he won promotion to the second division in his second, taking the youngsters to a record breaking points haul and finishing the 2010/11 season in third place.

As news of Luis Enrique’s new position at the Barça helm hit the air waves and the internet, AS Roma (a team that Lucho used to manage) congratulated the Asturian:[/article]

 

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Dynamo Kiev - Serhiy Rebrov (Head Coach)

[article=http://www.fcdynamo.kiev.ua/news/news/sergiy_rebrov_ya_zavzhdi_zanotovuvav_tsikavi_momenti/]Serhiy Rebrov has been appointed new coach of Dynamo Kiev following the club's season-ending 3-1 victory Sunday over Zorya Luhansk.

Rebrov, 39, had been the acting head coach since Oleg Blokhin resigned on April 17.

Dynamo won its first Ukraine Cup victory in five years last Thursday, beating Shakhtar 2-1 to also mark its first win over the Donetsk club in three years. But Dynamo finished the Premier League season outside the top three for the first time in the league's history.

Rebrov played for Shakhtar before being transferred in 1992 to Dynamo, where he played alongside fellow team-great Andriy Shevchenko. A striker, Rebrov was the first player to score 100 goals in the domestic league and had stints in his later years with English clubs Tottenham and West Ham.[/article]

 

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Guingamp - Lars Jacobsen (free transfer)

[article]Coupe de France Champions EA Guingamp have completed a deal to make 34 year old right back Lars Jacobsen.

Jacobsen, 34, was out of contract with his former club FC Copenhagen, a side that he had been a part of since 2011.

The Danish international has agreed to a 2 year deal with Guingamp and is vastly experienced, having played for Blackburn Rovers, West Ham United and Hamburg in the past.[/article]

 

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Celta Vigo - Eduardo Berizzo (Head Coach)

[article=http://www.celtavigo.net/es/primer-equipo/noticias/7809-eduardo-berizzo-nuevo-entrenador-del-rc-celta]Celta Vigo has hired former player Eduardo Berizzo as its new coach to replace Luis Enrique.

Celta says on its website that Berizzo has agreed to a two-year contract.

The Argentine manager arrives from coaching Chilean side O'Higgins. He served as Marcelo Bielsa's assistant for Chile in the 2010 World Cup.

Berizzo played for Celta from 2001-05, helping it reach the Champions League in 2003 and the final of the Copa del Rey in 2001. He also played for River Plate and Marseille.

Enrique, who stepped down after one season last week, was hired by Barcelona on Monday.[/article]

 

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Hertha Berlin - Valentin Stocker (€5 million)

[article=http://www.herthabsc.de/de/intern/verpflichtung-stocker/page/5217--17--.html]Hertha Berlin has signed Switzerland midfielder Valentin Stocker from Swiss champion FC Basel.

The Bundesliga side says on its website that the 25-year-old Stocker is getting a four-year deal through June 2018.

Hertha director Michael Preetz says, "Stocker is an outstanding player who fits our requirements precisely. He'll bring a lot of flexibility and goal-threat to our attacking game."

Stocker scored 50 goals and set up 62 more in 175 games for Basel. He also has three goals in 21 appearances for Switzerland and will go to the World Cup in Brazil.[/article]

 

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Sporting Lisbon - Simeon Slavchev (reportedly €2.5 million)

[article=http://www.sporting.pt/Noticias/Futebol/Fut_Prof/notfutprof_slavchev_190514_128302.asp]Bulgaria midfielder Simeon Slavchev has joined Portugal's Sporting from Litex Lovech, the Bulgarian club said on Monday.

"It's official now, he signed a three-year contract and the deal includes an option for two more years," Litex manager Stoycho Stoilov told local media. Litex did not give financial details of the deal but Bulgarian and Portuguese media have widely reported the transfer fee to be 2.5 million euros ($3.43 million).

The 20-year-old made his senior international debut in Bulgaria's World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic last October following some outstanding performances in the domestic league. Slavchev, considered to be one of the best young players in the Balkan country, scored 14 goals in 34 league matches this season. Sporting finished second in the Portuguese championship, seven points behind champions Benfica. The Lisbon side will play in the Champions League group stage next season.[/article]

Sporting Lisbon - Paulo Oliveira

[article=http://www.sporting.pt/Noticias/Futebol/Fut_Prof/notfutprof_paulooliveira_190514_128306.asp]Defender Paulo Oliveira also signs with a 5-year deal with a €45,000,000 release clause. The Portugal U21 international made his first professional appearance whilst on loan to Penafiel back in 2011 against Freamunde before breaking into the Guimarães first team.[/article]

 

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Kasimpasa - Eren Derdiyok (undisclosed fee)

[article=http://kasimpasaspor.org.tr/haberler/haber/1009663-eren-derdiyok-kasimpasamizda]Swiss international Eren Derdiyok has left Bundesliga club Hoffenheim to join Turkey's Kasimpasa.

The 25-year-old, who was not named in his country's World Cup squad for Brazil but in a group of seven reserves, played on loan at Bayer Leverkusen this season and had a contract at Hoffenheim until 2016. No financial details or the duration of his new deal at the Istanbul-based club were announced. The tall forward had an unhappy spell at Hoffenheim, joining them from Leverkusen in 2012 but scoring only one goal in 20 games before returning last year on loan to the club he first signed for in 2009. Kasimpasa are sixth in the Turkish league.[/article]

 

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Emperor Binny or Darth Binny

When you've run out of ranks, it's time to think of titles, e.g. Binny the Conqueror
More options that way.