By FRANCO PANIZO
Turkish club Besiktas has become the latest club interested in Robinho, and the club might have an advantage that could lure him to sign them.
Bernd Schuster was appointed manager of the club late last week, and he revealed his interest in bringing Robinho over despite the Brazilian forward's struggles with European clubs.
Having been coached by Schuster at Real Madrid during the 2007-2008 season, Robinho stated he is open to working with the German manager again despite stating repeatedly that he wanted to land a permanent move to a club in Brazil.
Robinho played the second half of last season with Santos on loan from Manchester City.
Here is some other transfer news from the weekend:
Quaresma joins Besiktas from Inter Milan
Ricardo Quaresma has completed a transfer from UEFA Champions League winner Inter Milan to Besiktas worth a reported fee of $8.9 million. Quaresma, who failed to make Portugal's World Cup team, made just 11 appearances with Inter this past season.
Makelele extends time with PSG
Former French international Claude Makelele has ended speculation over his future, resigning with Paris Saint Germain on a one-year deal. The 37-year-old was thought to be considering retirement, but instead has opted to play another season in the hopes of ending his career with a French League title.
Schalke signs Uchida
Japanese international Atsuto Uchida has signed a three-year deal with Schalke 04, becoming the first Japanese player to sign with the club. The right back joins Schalke from Japanese club Kashima Antlers. The transfer fee was undisclosed.
Uchida will hope to add to his historic transfer by starting in Japan's World Cup opener against Cameroon on June 14.
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Do you see Robinho joining Besiktas? Think Quaresma can revive his career with the Turkish club? Surprised Makelele opted not to retire? How do you see Uchida faring with Schalke?
Share your thoughts below.
besiktas comes very nice for this year. they started with queresma ithing they will manege sign robinho or bodolski too. we want to see new powerfull teams in euro lig and champions lig. good luch to them.
I would love to see Ronaldinho here in mls but the problem is I dont see why he would want to come rather than go back to Brazil like Ronaldo, Adriano, Roberto Carlos, Deco, etc. I say this because a lot of players are attracted to the lifestyle here and they want to stay under the limelight but Ronaldinho seems to be the type of person who wants to be in the public eye all the time and I think Brazil will suit that need more than the US.
though he would make a wonderful DP. the forwards in front of him would definently be in the top 5 goal scoring in the league
robinho played wonderfully for madrid in his first season(assiting in winning the league) and the only reason he left is because he felt disrespected for being used as a bargaining chip to bring in..umm, honestly cant remember, maybe RM’s first attempt at cristiano. And he ALWAYS plays well for brazil(note Confed Cup). yeah his attitude needs adjustment, but he is a world class talent none the less. he will star this world cup. mark my words
xavi already stated he is RETIRING with BARCA. look it up
One more RobinHo is unhappy story and I’ll put my fist through the wall.
I bet he could sign for a team like Bolton or Wolves in a heartbeat, assuming he has no further gaffes. Newcastle or Blackpool would also be interesting to see.
Man does Robinho look hungover in that picture.
I’m gonna get ripped for this…and it’s irrelevant because it’s not happening anyway…but I literally wouldn’t want Robinho on my MLS team. Nope
Robinho to MLS may be a little premature.. although that would be awesome. Gotta believe Ronaldinho will be here before too long, and I think Xavi would be an EXCELLENT fit as a DP in MLS, after another 2 or so years at Barca. IMO, DP slots should almost always be used on a playmaker, someone who can control a game.
He carried Madrid to the title on his back and had a great first season at Man City. Yes, he has a large ego, but he is also a singular talent who can it light up when surrounded by the right talent.
Fulham just signed Philippe Senderos from Arsenal, so that probably won’t happen.
Maybe a spell with Besiktas will help.
I’ve heard analysts– American and English– praise Demerit’s performance. Namely, how he was able to keep Rooney quiet.
after yesterday’s performance, its only a matter of time before we hear demerit’s name being mentioned. I cannot imagine after his performance against rooney & co that EPL teams won’t be interested in him. I wouldn’t mind him going to Fulham now that smalling is gone. I can think of a handful of other teams that could use his tenacity back there.
LA should bid for Robinho….infact I wouldn’t b surprised if they haven’t already….that would make world news but if robinho isn’t physical enough for the EPL than I dont know how MLS would work out too well…..for robinho’s well being he needs to be in Spain, Holland, Brasil, Argentina, or France
It is weird you mention Robinho’s attitude. I’ve always thought that attitude has been his main problem– like a spoiled kid who doesn’t get his way.
Robinho’s star has fallen. Great potential, spectacular moves, but too one-dimensional a player and a bad attitude to boot. He couldn’t hack it at Madrid and he screwed his chance at Man City. Always gave me the impression of thinking he’s bigger than any team he plays for. Will be interesting to see what kind of WC he has.
A few weeks backs, Robinho also stated that he’d like to play for Barcelona and his agent was looking into that.
It’s amazing how far Quaresma has fallen. I remmeber back in 07 or 08 he had a great season for Porto.
Quaresma AND Robinho would be a huge shot in the arm for the beleaguered Black Eagles (who played the part of the Turkish Liverpool this year) looking pretty poor this year after winning the super league championship in the 2008-2009 season. With Schuster at the helm, I can see Besitas making a Europe run in the near term.
I really wish we’d see more Americans in the Turkish league, which is a very good competition (easily better than the Greek league, I’d say) and I think a place where many Americans could thrive. Pearce would do much for his game by going to Buraspor.