TMWWBK 0 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 http://www.arabianbusiness.com/529737-abu-...n-ronaldo-swoop New Manchester City boss Dr Sulaiman Al Fahim is considering a $240 million bid for Manchester United superstar Ronaldo during the next transfer window in January, Arabian Business can reveal. Al Fahim – who through Abu Dhabi United Group for Development and Investment has taken control of the club – has outlined his “dream team” in an interview to be published in Arabian Business magazine on Sunday. The Hydra Properties CEO, who has already beaten Chelsea to the signature of Brazilian star Robinho in a $61mn swoop, revealed that snatching Ronaldo from arch rivals Manchester United is the top priority. “Ronaldo has said he wants to play for the biggest club in the world, so we will see in January if he is serious. "Real Madrid were estimating his value at $160 million but for a player like that, to actually get him, will cost a lot more, I would think $240 million. "But why not? We are going to be the biggest club in the world, bigger than both Real Madrid and Manchester United.” In the interview, conducted moments after the historic signing of the deal to buy the club, Al Fahim also reveals his wish list – Liverpool’s Fernando Torres and Arsenal’s Cesc Fabregas are also seen as potential targets. “We’re not just going to spend money on anyone, but if we can get the biggest players in the world, and of course if the manager wants them, then we will get them,” he said. It is thought a transfer fund totalling $450 million has been allocated for the next two seasons, by which time is “expected” that the club will be as successful on the pitch as Manchester United and Chelsea. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chookes 20 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 January will be bloody interesting. Hooray! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Stars Bearette 1 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 all I can say is FFS...there is something just not right here.... money can't buy everything and if he does get his way it would be great if a provincial team stuck it right up them in a Cup game Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 why doesnt he just buy the world Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GersDude90 1 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 This whole thing has just made me lose interest in English football. Its an utter farce that money has become more important in football than fans. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny 9 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 You're all hypocrites. If this lot had bought Rangers and were gonna sign us Ronaldo or whoever, you'd be dancing around saying 'Sir David Who?'. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Maestro 11,016 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 10 years ago I was looking towards City trying to get promoted from Division Two(league one now). Things have changed eh? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlippinEck 3,701 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 I feel sorry for current City players, if they have a bad couple of months leading up to january, they will be replaced instantly, if their replacements arent already being lined up now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GersDude90 1 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 I feel sorry for current City players, if they have a bad couple of months leading up to january, they will be replaced instantly, if their replacements arent already being lined up now I really dont think it matters how they play to be honest, none of them would make the worlds best team, which is what they're aiming for. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
demise 3,487 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 240 mil bid ? OMFG :blink: <cr> Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSuedeSambas 53,700 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 I can't see this happening. Yes they have a shed load of money, but when these takeovers happen a lot of the really big name players remain reluctant to move to these clubs until they see how things will pan out. Immediately after they were taken over Chelsea were linked with a huge number of big name players. Granted they got Crespo, Mutu, Veron & Makalele but that was just the tip of the ice berg. It wasn't until the following season that they really got the top top names (Cech, Carvalho, Drogba, Robben, etc, etc) to join them and I suspect it will be much the same with Man City. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juno 2 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 This guy is my new hero. He's like the guy who hacks FM so he can buy everyone! Just hope big Micah stays as captain. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSuedeSambas 53,700 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 This guy is my new hero. He's like the guy who hacks FM so he can buy everyone! Just hope big Micah stays as captain. But Dunne is their captain........... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Maestro 11,016 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juno 2 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 This guy is my new hero. He's like the guy who hacks FM so he can buy everyone! Just hope big Micah stays as captain. But Dunne is their captain........... Future captain. Far as I see it, Micah IS City. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DinViesel 399 Posted September 2, 2008 Share Posted September 2, 2008 This guy is my new hero. He's like the guy who hacks FM so he can buy everyone! Just hope big Micah stays as captain. But Dunne is their captain........... Future captain. Far as I see it, Micah IS City. Until he is replaced with Ferdinand in January Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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