Newcastle United are thought to have won the race for a 15 year old dubbed the next Wayne Rooney. Director of football Dennis Wise, is said to have brokered the deal for 15 year old Aaron Spear of Plymouth. The deal could rise to around 1 million pounds with installments being paid depending on appearances.
Liverpool meanwhile continue their pursuit of Aston Villa Captain Gareth Barry with the midfielder going on record in the English press saying that he needs to be playing in the champions league. Liverpool are thought to have offered 14 million pounds but Villa are said to be holding out for a higher fee.
Rumors doing the rounds in Italy report that Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor has agreed to join AC Milan. This is contrary to what both player and and club manager said several days ago.