In this weeks edition of the Transfer wrap, we bring you more rumours, more speculation, and some done deals
Players Out
Tugay: The legend has left the Holy Turf of Ewood Park, with a rousing reception from the Rovers Faithful, what the future holds, we dont know, but hopefully he will come back one day in a coaching role….
Likelihood- Done Deal
Aaron Mokoena: The Axe has signed a 3 year contract with Portsmouth, in the hope he finds more regular first team football. Best wishes for the Axe
Likelihood- Done Deal
Carlos Villanueva- Off to Egypt he goes, the Chilean international and Rovers could not come to turns with extending a loan deal with his home club, so he was left with no alternative, best of luck for Carlos
Likelihood- Done Deal
Andre Oijer- After 3 years of service, Andre his heading home, signing a contract with PSV. Best of luck to Andre
Likelihood- Done Deal
(4 players out, no money in…..)
Roque Santa Cruz- Rovers are asking for 19 million pounds….will someone bite? Tottenham, Portsmouth and now Arsenal are linked, with Man City’s interest diminished
Likelihood- High, hopefully
Benni McCarthy- The 31 year old striker is rumoured to be wanted in Portugal, will someone snap him up?
Likelihood- Low
Matt Derbyshire- Wanted by Olympiakos, but happy to come back home if promised first team football….Fingers crossed he comes back
Likelihood- Medium
Steven Warnock- Was wanted by several clubs, however recent comments state that he wants to stay and fight on with Rovers
Likelihood- Low
Players In
Gael Givet- After his 6 months loan spell, Rovers have had enough, and signed him up, 3.5 Million dollar deal, good business
Likelihood- Done Deal.
Nikos Giannkopoulis- 16 year old Goal Keeper, apparently underwent a succesful trial, straight into the reserve team once paperwork is completed….
Likelihood- High
Peter Lovenkrands- Newcastle Striker, 29 years old, Danish….Available on a free transfer, Sam is apparently closing in
Likelihood- Medium to High
Stephane Mbia- Cameroonian Midfielder, currently playing at Rennes, could leave the club after not signing a new contract, however only on the clubs terms….
Likelihood- Medium to Low
Modeste Mbami- Cameroonian Midfielder, 26 years old, Free Agent. Was on the books at Marseille, and has been scouted by Rovers throughout the year
Likelihood- Medium
Tuncay- 27 year old midfielder, currently at Middlesborough. Rovers could be tempted, with 4 Million the quoted figure, Sam is a fan, and might be a replacement for cult hero Tugay
Likelihood- Medium to High
Bojan- Teenage sensation has ruled out a loan move, stating he wants to fight on at Barcelona
Likelihood- No deal
Thats the wrap for the week, what will happen over the next 7 days, time will tell…..
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