Real Madrid’s spending spree fails to impress the bookies

Barcelona remain title favourites despite Kaka and Ronaldo deals

Real Madrid look set to break the world transfer record twice in one month but the arrival of a new wave of galacticos hasn’t intimidated Barcelona.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta taunted their rivals earlier this week by claiming to be “trebly calm” and the bookmakers agree that there is no need for the reigning champions to get flustered.

Paddy Power price Barcelona as 4/5 favourites to retain the title next season, with Real Madrid not too far behind on 5/4. La Liga trends support those odds: Barcelona haven’t had a single season of isolated domestic

Posted: June 12th, 2009 by Michael Lintorn | Add Comment

Adams favourite to succeed Redknapp at Portsmouth

Harry Redknapp has abandoned what he considers a sinking ship to board one where the only way is up, which leaves Portsmouth looking for a new manager. Last time Redknapp left they got it all horribly wrong, appointing first Velimir Zajec then Alain Perrin. Luckily for them, Milan Mandaric is no longer in charge of recruiting but an apparent lack of money may hinder the search. Here are the main contenders:

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Tony Adams
The former Arsenal defender has built a good reputation as an assistant at Portsmouth after flopping in his first spell as a manager with Wycombe but it may be too soon for him to step up from being a number two to taking charge. If Portsmouth are as desperate to cut costs as is claimed, they may gamble on Adams as a cheaper option.

Sam Allardyce
“Sources close to Sam Allardyce” are quick to confirm his interest in any Premier League vacancy but despite his success at Bolton, his reputation for long ball football puts off many suitors. He has proven capable of achieving success on a shoestring in the past which counts in his favour but may not prove a popular choice with the fans.

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Posted: October 22nd, 2008 by admin | 1 Comment