TF S4DK Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 ROMAN ABRAMOVICH has authorised an astonishing £80million move for Lionel Messi.Chelsea's move for the Barcelona maestro would shatter the world transfer record of £46.5m that took Zinedine Zidane to Real Madrid in 2001 and send shock waves through the football world.The Spanish giants are desperate to keep Messi but have been stunned by news Abramovich wants the Argentine so badly.And with almost £100m on the table, the Barca hierarchy are split on the decision to sell.It's a massive statement of intent from Chelsea's billionaire owner who, even before Messi's superb individual performances against Manchester United in the Champions League, had identified him as the kind of player to bring fantasy football to Stamford Bridge.Abramovich has made it clear to Avram Grant the style of Chelsea's football MUST change.He has tolerated what's been on offer since the sacking of Jose Mourinho because he accepts that it takes time to change.A source close to the proposed deal said: "Roman is convinced Messi could change the whole face of Chelsea and is willing to spend what it takes to get him."He has always wanted that type of player. Under Jose Mourinho he accepted the football because it was bringing in the trophies but he got bored. Grant wants to change things but has explained it takes time and a lot of money to alter the style."Now is the time for Roman to finance that change. Chelsea are attractive because of the wages on offer and they are in the Champions League Final."Abramovich is also considering making other changes. Grant's position will be discussed after the Final while Frank Arnesen's position is under threat.Arnesen, whose job title is chief scout and director of youth development, was brought in to oversee the identification and coaching of young talent but Blues chiefs have been disappointed with the calibre of player coming through the ranks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJibbles Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Not happening but Barca would be stupid to sell him.Messi gives Barca something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TF S4DK Posted May 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Whats his buyout?I thought Chelsea was just doing that, rather than actually bidding for him. Altho I dont actually believe even Chelsea are this stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Necksta Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Slow news day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mickey Kane Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Not happening but Barca would be stupid to sell him.Messi gives Barca something.He's doing what Ronaldinho used to do for them when he used to be arsed about playing ball...No player is worth that much TBH, he wouldn't even stay there for 5 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJibbles Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 He'll be there longer than 5 years. Whats his buyout?I thought Chelsea was just doing that, rather than actually bidding for him. Altho I dont actually believe even Chelsea are this stupid.Think it's 150 million Euros. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mickey Kane Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 He'll be there longer than 5 years.Hmmm...Italy would come calling after 3-4 years I think... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Q Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Not happening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsonist Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Cant wait until Roman leaves Chelsea.Cue the next Leeds United. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HangTheDJ Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 The boys on Sunday Supplement seem to think there is some substance to this story.I usually don't pay any attention to these stories but there looks to be some element of truth there, especially as 80million is rumoured to be his buyout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Remy Lebeau Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Cant wait until Roman leaves Chelsea.Cue the next Leeds United.its truealthough i thought this would of happened already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YFSD Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 LOLOLOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mickey Kane Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 He's just neededMessi wouldn't suddenly have the whole Chelsea team playing better football.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Robin_Van_PersG Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 messis injured for half a season, chelsea would be stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinister Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 We're linked with big players all the time for ludicrous amounts.Will never happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Somalian Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 wont happen i remember when they put in a 100 million bid for raul and 50 million for etoo its all hype Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Man Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 the magic wouldn't shine in the england...imo he would be injured all the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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