Diego Forlán pode realizar sonho do pai e vestir a camisa do São Paulo

Uma bomba atômica. Foi com esse termo que a diretoria do São Paulo classificou uma possível contratação para reforçar a equipe a partir do mês de agosto, quando a janela de transferências do Exterior será reaberta. Um nome que está na alça de mira dos dirigentes é o uruguaio Diego Forlán, de 31 anos, eleito o melhor jogador da última Copa do Mundo, na África do Sul, e que atualmente veste a camisa do Atlético de Madri (ESP).

Diego Forlan pode reforçar o São Paulo no segundo semestre da atual temporada 

Segundo notícia divulgada pelo comentarista do Sportv Luiz Ademar, as negociações entre as duas partes estão avançadas. O uruguaio vê com bons olhos uma transferência para o futebol brasileiro para ficar mais perto de sua família e para vestir a camisa do time onde seu pai fez história na década de 70. E o clube espanhol até topa negociar o jogador, desde que o Tricolor coloque um dos seus atletas da base na negociação. O alvo principal era Lucas, que, no entanto, é considerado inegociável pela equipe do Morumbi. Quem pode entrar na negociação é Casemiro.

Isso porque o volante tem cometido alguns deslizes internos. Assim como Alex Silva, o camisa 29 chegou atrasado a alguns treinos e foi advertido pelos dirigentes. Uma negociação por empréstimo, com o preço do passe fixado, pode ser uma alternativa.

Em entrevista à rádio Jovem Pan, o pai de Diego, Pablo Forlán, disse que seria maravilhoso ver o filho com a camisa tricolor.

- Seria bonito ver meu filho atuando em um estádio tão maravilhoso como o Morumbi. Ele e o Luis Fabiano formariam um ataque formidável. Conversei com o Diego hoje e ele não sabe de nada, mas acredito que uma negociação seria viável. Não é a primeira vez que se fala nessa possibilidade e sei que um dia isso irá acontecer. Ele tem mais dois anos de contrato com o Atlético, mas acho que um acordo poderia acontecer. Sem dúvida nenhuma, o Diego gostaria de jogar em um clube como o São Paulo – afirmou.
Pablo diz que um acerto salarial com o filho também não seria difícil.

- O futebol brasileiro hoje está forte, pagando muito bem, mais do que alguns times da Europa. Basta ver que o Luis Fabiano, que é um atacante completo e que teria muita lenha para queimar na Europa, resolveu voltar para o São Paulo. Dinheiro não seria problema até porque o clube sempre paga em dia – ressaltou.

Oficialmente, o vice-presidente de futebol do Tricolor, Carlos Augusto de Barros e Silva, nega qualquer tipo de negociação. O que não significa que ela não possa estar ocorrendo. Quando o clube do Morumbi fechou com Cleber Santana, em janeiro do ano passado, quem tratou da negociação foi o presidente Juvenal Juvêncio, que não avisou ninguém da diretoria.

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New Forlan heading for Chelsea as Blues invite Uruguay starlet Mascia for talks

Chelsea have invited the heir to Diego Forlan's throne for talks at Stamford Bridge.

Juan Cruz Mascia, 17, is keen to move to the Premier League and his club Miramar are reported to be willing to let him go.

The tall teenager was top scorer in the South American Under 17 championship with six goals as Uruguay finished runner-up to Brazil.

 Mascia (No 13) He Scored Six goals In 9 Matches in the Under 17 tournament

 Mascia is rated as one of the hottest prospects in Uruguay and veteran striker Forlan is a big fan of the youngster.

Chelsea have moved quickly as Mascia has caught the eye of several clubs in the English top flight while his form has also been noted in Italy and Spain.

Uruguay legend Forlan (No 10) likes what he sees in Mascia

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Top Latin American Footballers: 2011

Uruguayan Footballers
Diego Forlán

Forlán won the Golden Ball at the 2010 World Cup for his impassioned and game-winning play for the Uruguayan national team. He finished the tournament with give goals scored and nearly helped his team win third place when he sent a free kick rattling off the cross bar in a crushing 3-2 loss to Germany.

At club level, the prolific striker has scored 73 goals in 119 games for Atlético Madrid since 2007. Forlán found the back of the net 62 times between 2001 and 2004 and has won the European Golden Shoe twice.

Luis Suárez

Uruguayan forward Luis Suárez recently became a new Premier League It Boy after a costly and high profile transfer from Ajax to Liverpool. Though how well he will perform in the EPL remains to be seen, Suárez 49 goals in 48 appearances in 2009-10.

During the 2010-11 World Cup Suárez was instrumental in helping his team reach the semi finals by blocking a Ghanaian goal with his hand. Striker Asamoah Gyan missed a penalty shot for Ghana and Uruguay wont the shoot out that ended the game.

Argentine Footballers 
Leo Messi

It’s hard to know what to write about Lionel Messi. The fact that he has notched 40 goals and 20 assists in 35 games this season for Barcelona? The fact that the entire Argentine national team has been rearranged to accommodate his playing style? The fact that he has won over 50 personal honors, from the Ballon d'Or to La Liga Player of the Year, and is only 23 years old?

Or maybe we should stress the fact that his surname comprises the five letters of Messiah, which he certainly is to the footballing world, and to Barca fans in particular. He is an otherwordly player, one of top five in football in 2011. He may even prove to be every bit as good as fellow Argentine Diego Maradona.

Carlos Tevez 

Carlos Tevez doesn’t quite have the numbers that Messi does, but he plays with an even more ferocious spark that his countryman. The two of them linked up on the national team in a 2010 World Cup match against Mexico, during which Tevez scored a brace with an assist from Messi.

As of this writing, Tevez has 18 goals and 5 assists in league play, the highest combined total of any player in the league (United’s Portuguese phenomenon Nani is nipping at his heels with nine goals and 13 assists).

Though Tevez doesn’t display the same prodigious touch as Messi does day in and day out, he is far more instrumental to the success of his team than is Leo. Without Tevez, City would surely be far further down the table than where it currently sits, in third place.

Brazilian Footballers 
kaka 

Before the Messi/Ronaldo polemic, as Diego Maradona would be wont to call it, Kaká was considered by many to be the best footballer in the world. The Brazilian dynamo displayed the creativity of Zinedine Zidane and the smooth, beautiful play of classic Brazilian footballers.

Unfortunately, the rise of Messi and Ronaldo has coincided with injury for Kaká, resulting in the drastic devaluation of his stock. Still, he displayed shades of brilliance in the 2010 World Cup and at club level with Real Madrid during the 2010-11 season.

And nothing can take away the 31 personal honors Kaká has received in his career.

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Ronaldo calls time on glittering career

Former Brazil striker Ronaldo announced his retirement today but, he tells UEFA.com, he has left an "important legacy" – his only regret being a failure to savour UEFA Champions League glory.

The 34-year-old decided to call time on a glittering career 12 months earlier than planned in the wake of SC Corinthians' shock Copa Libertadores exit at the start of the month against Colombian side CD Tolima. He confirmed to a press conference: "As you can imagine and you heard during the whole weekend, I'm here today to [confirm that] I'm ending my career as a professional player."

In a newspaper interview, he had explained: "I can't take it any more. I wanted to carry on, but I can't. I plan a move [in a game] but I cannot execute it. My time is up, but dammit it was nice." He departs the scene as one of the best players of the past quarter of a century. Three times FIFA World Player of the Year – a distinction he shares with former Real Madrid CF team-mate Zinédine Zidane – Ronaldo is the highest scorer in FIFA World Cup finals history with 15, two of them coming in Brazil's 2-0 final victory over Germany in 2002.

For over a decade his star shone bright on the European stage: he hit 273 goals in 402 games for PSV Eindhoven, FC Barcelona, FC Internazionale Milano, Real Madrid and AC Milan. He claimed honours at all bar Milan, including the 1997 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup with Barcelona. The following season, he starred in Inter's UEFA Cup triumph. The UEFA Champions League Trophy always eluded him, however. "Football has given me many things," he told UEFA.com. "But I live football with a passion which doesn't let me have peace for not winning the Champions League – it's surely a trophy everyone would like to win."

One of his finest hours came in Europe's premier club competition, though. In April 2003 Madrid arrived at Old Trafford 3-1 up after the first leg of their quarter-final against Manchester United FC. Home manager Sir Alex Ferguson admitted the key to turning it around was keeping Ronaldo quiet but, in the event, "we simply couldn't do it".

When he walked off to a standing ovation midway through the second half Ronaldo had dashed United dreams with a superb hat-trick. He could not find a way past Juventus in what would prove his only appearance in the last four, however, with a 4-3 aggregate defeat ending the Merengues' ambitions.

Always prolific – Ronaldo struck 62 goals in 97 international appearances – he was hampered by injuries at Milan and also after returning to Brazil in 2008, leading to today's announcement. "I think I have left an important legacy in football but the time has come," he said. "I would say to a kid just starting out that football is not only about joy: you have to dedicate yourself to the game with military discipline. When children first dream about football, with all the magic you see on television, it's not like that. You have to fight and struggle, make a name for yourself and create your own history." Ronaldo certainly did.

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Atletico Madrid CEO Reveals Club Turned Down Mega Offers From Real Madrid And Chelsea For Sergio Aguero

Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin has revealed that Real Madrid and Chelsea both offered big-money for striker Sergio Aguero but both were turned away at the door.

Gil Marin says that Madrid came in with a €45 million offer for the Argentina international striker while Chelsea made a bid of €60m for Aguero and defender Diego Godin.

"Yesterday I received an offer of €45 million from Real Madrid for Aguero and I said no," Gil Marin told Spanish daily AS.

"This week, Chelsea offered us €60 million for 'Kun' and Godin and our answer was the same.

"I will not negotiate with Real Madrid or any other club for Aguero now or in the summer."

Chelsea Deny Making €60m Bid For Atletico Madrid Duo Sergio Aguero And Diego Godin
Chelsea have denied making a €60 (£52) million joint-bid for Atletico Madrid striker Sergio Aguero and defender Diego Godin.

Miguel Angel Gil, the Spanish club's CEO, claimed the Premier League champions had made the huge offer for the pair.

But the English club claim to have made no such enquiry for the highly-rated duo, describing the story as 'wild.'

"We never comment on transfer speculation, no matter how wild it is," a club sokesperson commented to Press Association Sport.

Aguero has been linked with most of Europe's heavyweights over the last two years, but has repeatedly stated his loyalty to the club.

Godin on the other hand, is less well known to those outside Spain, but recently performed admirably at the heart of Uruguay's defence at the most recent World Cup, and has been at Atletico for little over half a year since his move from Villarreal.

Gil, who is no newcomer to a little controversy, also claimed recently that Atletico's city rivals Real Madrid offered for the Argentinian international, mentioning that the club were willing to part ways with £39m.

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Lionel Messi On Winning The Ballon d'Or, Answering His Critics Plus He Reveals His Favourite Ever Goal

Goal.com was granted an exclusive interview with Lionel Messi in Barcelona at an adidas function after the genius received his second FIFA Ballon d’Or award. Our Spanish chief editor Sergio Aguilera spoke at length with the world’s best player and they began by tackling the criticism Messi has been receiving in some quarters.
Question: You’ve been criticised in some parts for getting the Ballon d’Or again and this has created some controversy. Do you think your recent performances like the hat-trick against Real Betis have redeemed your reputation with the critics?
Messi: No, I don’t have to redeem myself to anyone. I did what I've always done which is to try to continue playing well in matches and help my team as much as possible.

Question: Do you think some people and some sections of the media have been particularly unfair to you?

Messi: The truth is that I don’t care what the media say. What matters to me is what my team-mates say and those people who are with me. I just have to thank them for their support.

Question: To all those who have always supported you, as was the case with Goal.com, what would you say now?

Messi: I appreciate their support and I want to share with them the Ballon d’Or award. It’s good to know that there are people who help and support me in any way.

Question: What was your reaction when you were presented with the Ballon d’Or in front of the Barca fans at Camp Nou?

Messi: It was a beautiful moment. I was pleased to enjoy it with Xavi and Andres together along with the whole group. I think the public understood the message that the Ballon d’Or was a prize for everybody.

Question: Has this Barcelona team got a limit?

Messi: I hope we keep playing like we have been for a long time and that we can win many titles. We have a wonderful opportunity [to achieve this] and I look forward to enjoying more success for as long as possible.

Question: What needs to happen for Barcelona to maintain this level of domination?

Messi: I believe we must continue to maintain this mentality and we have to keep wanting to play in the same way. We’ve been working like this for a long time and hopefully we can keep the momentum going much longer.

Question: Do you fear that something might happen that could alter the winning streak within in the team? Is this a fear that is ever discussed inside the dressing room?

Messi: We are so confident and working so well that we think only in a positive manner. We are aware that this streak can end at any time but we would rather not think about it.

Question: The Champions League returns next month, so how do you see the match against Arsenal going? Who do you think are Barcelona’s main rivals to become European champions?

Messi: The next round is very difficult for us because we play against a team like Arsenal who are very difficult rivals with very good players. However, we expect to qualify for the next round.

If we do that then we'll see then who the rivals are and who are the dangerous teams. But in any case we have a complicated round ahead of us.

Question: How do you see the immediate future of your national team? What needs to happen for Argentina to be successful again ahead of the next Copa America?

Messi: We are doing well and have a wonderful opportunity. It’s a chance to defend our country and present to everyone the Copa America which which would bring joy to the nation.

Question: As we are Goal.com we always like to end our interviews with this question - What is the most memorable goal you've ever scored?

Messi: Out of all of goals in my career the one I scored with the head in the final (below) of the Champions League [against Manchester United in 2009]. I think that one was a very important goal for me and for Barcelona and the truth is I have very sweet memories of that goal.

Question: And the most memorable goal in history for you?

Messi: (Hesitates) Erm, the truth is that right now I can’t think of one.

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Forlan visitante ilustre de Punta del Este

Montevideo, Uruguay (UD) El delantero Diego Forlan fue distinguido como visitante Ilustre de Punta del Este
El acto organizado por el por Municipio de Punta del Este se llevó a cabo el fin de semana en las instalaciones del campo de Golf del Cantegril Country Club, donde además de distinguir a Diego, se hizo entrega del Diploma al Mérito a la Fundación Alejandra Forlán

Dicho Municipio entendió que Diego Forlán era merecedor de tal distinción por su brillante trayectoria en materia deportiva y por ser un ejemplo para los jóvenes de nuestro país, explicaron a UruguayalDia.com.

En el caso de la Fundación Alejandra Forlán, la misma ha tenido un trabajo constante en materia de prevención de accidentes de tránsito y la promoción de igualdad de derechos de personas con discapacidad.

El Diploma de Visitante Ilustre le fue entregado a Diego Forlán por parte del Alcalde de Punta del Este, Martín Laventure y el Diploma al Mérito a la

Fundación Alejandra Forlán le fue entregado por parte del Presidente de la Comisión de Tránsito del Municipio, Concejal Julio Pintos

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Felicitacion navideña del Diego Forlan

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FC Barcelona: Merry Christman & Happy New Year 2011

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Felicitacion navideña del Real Madrid

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Milan Playmaker Ronaldinho Agrees Terms With Boyhood Club Gremio

 Gremio president Paulo Odone has revealed that the club have agreed terms with Milan playmaker Ronaldinho. The 30-year-old began his career with the Porto Alegre outfit, making his debut in the 1998 Copa Libertadores.

With Sampdoria striker Antonio Cassano on his way to San Siro, it's been suggested that the Brazilian star is keen to leave after falling behind Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Robinho in the pecking order up front and now the player is expected to speak with the Rossoneri about a divorce.

"On the part of Gremio and Ronaldinho everything is already set," Odone explained to RBS TV.

"What remains now is for [Ronaldinho's agent Roberto de] Assis to negotiate the release of the player from the Italian club. The important thing is that Ronaldinho wants to return to Gremio, where his house is and where he learned football."

Ronaldinho joined the Rossoneri in 2008 from Barcelona for a fee of €18.5 million and was recently recalled to the Selecao squad by coach Mano Menezes after being omitted from the 2010 World Cup by Dunga.

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The Best German Footballer Is Currently Injured - Diego Forlan On Michael Ballack

 World Cup golden ball winner Diego Forlan has given a vote of confidence to injury-plagued Bayer Leverkusen star Michael Ballack. The Uruguay and Atletico Madrid striker believes that Ballack is the best German player in the game at the moment.

"I think the best German player is currently injured," Forlan told Sport-Bild, alluding to Ballack. "He and [Bastian] Schweinsteiger in midfield - it can't be much better."

And when asked his opinion of the best German striker, the Uruguayan replied: "Miroslav Klose."

Forlan was disappointed not to have faced Ballack at the World Cup, or in either of Atletico's Europa League clashes with Leverkusen.

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Fabiana Murer (pole vaulter)

 

 

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England Could Host 2014 World Cup If Brazil Run Into A Roadblock - Report

 And The People claims that senior members of the FA will have a meeting this week to discuss the timing and strategy of the rescue plan, should one be necessary.

This comes only a fortnight after Fifa executive committee members decided not to pick England over other bidders when it came to selecting the host for the 2018 edition of the tournament.

Progress in Brazil is reported to be worryingly slow, although it is not thought to have become a crisis situation just yet.

But it is said that the FA will hold talks with Fifa as a contingency position, so there is a back-up plan in place if Brazil cannot get their stadia and airports built by the time the governing body takes the final decision about whether or not the tournament will go ahead there in four years' time.

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Forlan, Murer win Latin American sports awards

December 18, 2010 –Uruguayan soccer player Diego Forlan, Brazilian pole vaulter Fabiana Murer and the Brazilian men’s volleyball team won major Latin American sports awards of the year, the Cuban Agency Prensa Latina (PL) reported on Friday.

Forlan, who won the Golden Ball Award in the World Cup in South Africa after leading Uruguay to the semifinals, garnered 50 votes to secure the Sportsman of the Year title, beating Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi (37) and Cuban wrestler Mijain Lopez (10) into second and third places respectively.

The Sportswoman of the Year award went to pole vaulter Murer, who won the gold medal at the world indoor championships in Doha, Qatar.

Murer won 38 votes, followed by Cuban triple jumper Yargelis Savigne (23), who won last year’s award, and Argentine hockey player Luciana Aymar (13).

In the team’s category, the Brazilian men’s volleyball team, who won the World League and World Championship, collected 55 votes for the award, ahead of Argentine women’s field hockey team (29) and the Brazilian soccer team Inter de Port Alegre (16).

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