Football Banter Thread

http://www1.skysports.com/football/...ens-to-quit-sunderland-over-transfer-strategy

Gus Poyet has threatened to leave Sunderland if players are signed by the club's director of football Roberto De Fanti without his approval.

The Uruguayan was appointed at the Stadium of Light just six weeks ago but has already cast doubt on his position by questioning a signing proposed by De Fanti.
At the time of his appointment, Poyet said he would be happy to work alongside De Fanti and chief scout Valentino Angeloni, providing he had final say on who arrived to try to help his side improve on their 19th position and avoid relegation.

"We talked about a position the other day and considered four players," he said.
"I picked two. It was simple. One of the other two (selected by De Fanti) was a definite no. If that one is coming, I won't be here. The player has to be the right one for me. If not, I'm not going to accept it.

"They need to give me the options and I need to pick the ones I like. We need to see if they are available and if they fit into the financial possibilities, then we will move forward.
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....and so it begins. It really is incredible the stuff he comes out with. Why say anything at all.
 
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Pat Rice in hospital for cancer :(

Some sad news for Arsenal, Pat Rice Wengers assistant since 1996 has been admitted into hospital with cancer :(. Praying that this Arsenal legend makes a full recovery soon.

Arsenal have offered their support to former captain and assistant manager Pat Rice, who is undergoing treatment for cancer in hospital.


Belfast-born Rice started his career in the Arsenal academy and went on to lead the side in the 1979 FA Cup final win over Manchester United, before the Northern Ireland defender moved into coaching after finishing his playing career at Watford.

"Everyone at Arsenal Football Club sends him our best wishes. Our thoughts are with Pat and his family."

Rice served the Premier League club for 44 years, joining in 1964 and making 528 appearances for over 14 seasons a a full back. He won the league and FA Cup double in 1971 and 49 caps for Northern Ireland.

After a spell with Watford, he joined Arsenal as a youth team coach in 1984 before progressing to further coaching roles and enjoying great success as Wenger's assistant, winning seven trophies.


Wenger hailed the work of Rice upon his retirement in 2012. "Pat is a true Arsenal legend and has committed almost his whole life to Arsenal Football Club, which shows huge loyalty and devotion," the Frenchman said at the time.

"I will always be indebted to him for his expert insight."
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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/fo...manager-admitted-to-hospital-with-cancer.html
 
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