Real Madrid Thread [2007-2008]

[OrgulloVikingo]

agree, and one word ; adan

I know the solution! Sign a very good YOUNG keeper when Iker's career is dwindling....oh...in about 10 years
Lopez was way too good to be sitting on the bench. Dudek is abackup probably meant for the immediate future which is fine. Hopefully we won't have to worry this season about Iker getting us out of a ton of messes with our new signings...if that's the case, I think Dudek is adequate as a 2nd keeper. No sweat.

 

[solaimaa]

the dudek signing makes sense from a madrid point of view. however, it makes absolutely 0% sense from dudek's point of view. he left liverpool, where he never played, to join madrid, where he's going to play even less. if he just wants to sit on the bench, why go through all the hassle of switching clubs? it's lead me to believe that he's another saviola in the making. doesn't give a damn if he doesn't play a single minute of the season, as long as those big paychecks keep coming in each week......

 

[PSVFOREVER]

the dudek signing makes sense from a madrid point of view. however, it makes absolutely 0% sense from dudek's point of view. he left liverpool, where he never played, to join madrid, where he's going to play even less. if he just wants to sit on the bench, why go through all the hassle of switching clubs? it's lead me to believe that he's another saviola in the making. doesn't give a damn if he doesn't play a single minute of the season, as long as those big paychecks keep coming in each week......

of course it makes sense for Dudek. Nice sunny Spain, he can relax there and earn huge wages. No way I'd sign for Bolton Wanderers instead.

 

[Jaouadinho]

http://www.realmadrid.com/articulo/renovacion_jordi_codina_41185.htm

so we have dudek codina and casillas as first team goalkeepers.

now it seems pointless of getting dudek and codina, id prefer codina over dudek, or leave codina with castila or loan him out to another team otherwise he is just gonna be sitting worming the bench all season thats a waste.

EDIT: ADRIAN GONZALES AND RUBEN DE LA RED HAVEBEEN PROMOTED TO THE FIRST TEAM.

http://www.realmadrid.com/articulo/adrian_gonzalez_equipo_41206.htm

http://www.realmadrid.com/articulo/adrian_gonzalez_equipo_41206.htm

 

[PSVFOREVER]

worming a bench? Cant quite picture that...

 

[mega montana]

the dudek signing makes sense from a madrid point of view. however, it makes absolutely 0% sense from dudek's point of view. he left liverpool, where he never played, to join madrid, where he's going to play even less. if he just wants to sit on the bench, why go through all the hassle of switching clubs? it's lead me to believe that he's another saviola in the making. doesn't give a damn if he doesn't play a single minute of the season, as long as those big paychecks keep coming in each week......

:funny:

so much controversy over dudek. He didn't play much in pool, nor will he play much for us. He moves from a decent size club to a massive one. he moves from rainy england to sunny spain.

It's really not that big of a deal, he's a backup goalie. You act like he is some major signing who will wreck our season. Plus the Saviola reference? You mad at him joining us?

 

[justhammy]

http://www.realmadrid.com/articulo/renovacion_jordi_codina_41185.htm

so we have dudek codina and casillas as first team goalkeepers.

now it seems pointless of getting dudek and codina, id prefer codina over dudek, or leave codina with castila or loan him out to another team otherwise he is just gonna be sitting worming the bench all season thats a waste.

EDIT: ADRIAN GONZALES AND RUBEN DE LA RED HAVEBEEN PROMOTED TO THE FIRST TEAM.

http://www.realmadrid.com/articulo/adrian_gonzalez_equipo_41206.htm

http://www.realmadrid.com/articulo/adrian_gonzalez_equipo_41206.htm

Never saw Adrian play before, but iv heard he is a great player. Lets hope he can do half the thing his dad could do! That would make me happy! De La Red is a good player! Good that he signed! Balboa also signed a new contract till 2011 btw.

 

[OrgulloVikingo]

the dudek signing makes sense from a madrid point of view. however, it makes absolutely 0% sense from dudek's point of view. he left liverpool, where he never played, to join madrid, where he's going to play even less. if he just wants to sit on the bench, why go through all the hassle of switching clubs? it's lead me to believe that he's another saviola in the making. doesn't give a damn if he doesn't play a single minute of the season, as long as those big paychecks keep coming in each week......

I have a feeling Saviola will get decent playing time, watch. As for Dudek, if you're not gonna play, I'd rather not play in a more lively and beautiful country (just my opinion of course, no disrespect to England), for the biggest club in the world (never know, Casillas may get injured), and for more cash. Personally, I would go to a club to be a starting goalie but if you are happy with being a backup then Spain is a great choice. Actually, I could do that, I'd take way less. I can sit on the bench and hang out, I think I'd get used to it

As for Saviola, I think he feels he has a big chance with us, and I think he's right. Rijjkaard must have had something personal against him cause the few times he played he delivered big time and yet, Rijjkaard preferred Eidur 90% of the time. F' that, why wouldn't Saviola not want to come to us, after all if you can triumph in the biggest club and best club in Spain and the world why settle for 2nd best?

 

[mega montana]

has there been any news on baptista? I assume he is on his way out? I've heard nothing about him staying

 

[justhammy]

Damn, there isnt much news for us these days. But this might be interesting. Liverpool is interested in Javi Garcia! There are also other teams interested from Spain. He wont get promoted so I guess he'll go. Wasnt this one of the biggest talent we had in Castilla?! He is a DM, CM. I mean he can perfectly fit in the first team squad, because Emerson is gonna leave for sure. Would be a shame to lose him.

http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=360714

In other news, Robben and Mourinho's relationship takes another dip. I think that its a matter of time before he plays for us.

 

[mega montana]

sucks about garcia, i can only hope we can keep him, i think he's a great talent

 

[justhammy]

Damn, its dying here

Some news:

According to Marca we are after Alexandre Pato. Milan is also after him, but in you have to believe Marca then Pato only wants to play for Real Madrid. Fantastic talent! He can play as an ACM. And thats what Schuster looks for. Although I dont think he can play for us that much, he is very young. Lets hope we can get him though!
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About Reyes. We offered 10 million for him and Arsenal rejected it. They want 18-20 mil for him. So we are VERY far off an agreement here. Pretty much a shame, because if we cant get Robben and we dont want to pay for Reyes then we are going to miss a left winger next year and that would s*ck!

 

[OrgulloVikingo]

Sucks! Can't get Reyes, Robben, Drenthe(although I don't care bout him), an AM... We need our squad complete asap in order to fully cncentrate on plans. Seems like every other club out there wants to stick it to us in negotiations. That and I don't think Pedja & Co. are very good at it...

 

[justhammy]

Its not very difficult. Robben is 24 mil. Real want to pay no more then 21. I mean 3 mil! WTF man! Pay them the damn money. Same goes for Reyes. Arsenal will settle for 15 mil. Pay them 15 and get over it. We have alot of money to spend. So spend some on one of those 2! In an interview with Calderon where we were linked with Iniesta, Calderon said. We dont want Iniesta and we dont need him, because we have Gago for that position. So I guess we wont get a CM. (and Im happy with that, Gago deserves a spot in the first 11). Just that DAMN left wing! I dont trust on youth players for a whole year. Adrian might be a phenomenal Castilla player, but we should get someone who is more experienced! (I dont want Robinho to play there too).

Btw, in training Ramos was RB(!). Higuain and Balboa were right wingers. Adrian was left winger. Cicinho LB (because of the injury of Torres and absense of Marcelo). I think that Higuain will be our new right winger (like iv thought)

 

[Jaouadinho]

Its not very difficult. Robben is 24 mil. Real want to pay no more then 21. I mean 3 mil! WTF man! Pay them the damn money. Same goes for Reyes. Arsenal will settle for 15 mil. Pay them 15 and get over it. We have alot of money to spend. So spend some on one of those 2! In an interview with Calderon where we were linked with Iniesta, Calderon said. We dont want Iniesta and we dont need him, because we have Gago for that position. So I guess we wont get a CM. (and Im happy with that, Gago deserves a spot in the first 11). Just that DAMN left wing! I dont trust on youth players for a whole year. Adrian might be a phenomenal Castilla player, but we should get someone who is more experienced! (I dont want Robinho to play there too).

Btw, in training Ramos was RB(!). Higuain and Balboa were right wingers. Adrian was left winger. Cicinho LB (because of the injury of Torres and absense of Marcelo). I think that Higuain will be our new right winger (like iv thought)

yeh u r right, in an interview with soldado he said that schuster said to him that he will be fighting for a place up front with saviola, raul and van the man.

i quite like higuin at RM but i think once he is a bit more mature and gets a bit more experience he will move to his bets position which is second striker.

also gago really isnt an AM we really need one, requilme would b great cheap and quality.

 

[OrgulloVikingo]

Yes, we need a LW (Reyes and/or Robben) and an a playmaking creative distributer of the ball in midfield. Other than that I am happy. In other news, Drenthe doesn't know anything bout Real Madrid and denies contacting, talking, etc. with us I really don't care about Drenthe but what's going on? Then again I should know better...that Marca is absolutely horrendous with facts (see: Iniesta, Kaka, etc.). I just want our complete squad already...we need the time to gel b4 the season starts. Yes, just give them the money already.

 

[OrgulloVikingo]

FYI, an official Real Madrid site.>>>

http://www.realmadridamerica.com/

 

[OrgulloVikingo]

Sorry....Another FYI. For any of you residing in the New York Tri State area, regarding our official Penya (supporters club) kicking off soon...hopefully before the season starts. We've been in contact with Real Madrid and so far all the paperwork, memberships are aok. The below website will be the official site. Here you can contact our directors, look up info, events, blog most likely, etc. It's under construction and will look wayyy nicer and more professional than this. It's just a temp site for contact info etc. Pass along to anyone you may know in NYC who might be interested and who is a pure Madridista.

http://realmadridnyc.com/

 

[justhammy]

News about Robben:

We are going to pay 30 mil for him and will confirm the deal tomorrow. That is, according to Marca (LOL). Damn, 30 mil would be alot if this is true! Chelsea will laugh their a$$ off! They got him for a lot cheaper then that!! But f*ck it. We need a left winger. And if this is true then we got one. We overpayed though!

EDIT:
We have signed a German youngster. It is a fullback. 18 years old. Christopher Schorch is the name and he is from Hertha BSC. I dont know more then that about the player. 1 mil was the price btw. He is gonna play in Castilla.

 

[mega montana]

News about Robben:

We are going to pay 30 mil for him and will confirm the deal tomorrow. That is, according to Marca (LOL). Damn, 30 mil would be alot if this is true! Chelsea will laugh their a$$ off! They got him for a lot cheaper then that!! But f*ck it. We need a left winger. And if this is true then we got one. We overpayed though!

EDIT:
We have signed a German youngster. It is a fullback. 18 years old. Christopher Schorch is the name and he is from Hertha BSC. I dont know more then that about the player. 1 mil was the price btw. He is gonna play in Castilla.

30 mill for robben? wow thats a lot