sports news wednesday 21 jan 2015 Arsenal have completed the signing of midfielder Krystian Bielik from Legia Warsaw. Speaking before the move was formally announced, Wenger said: Hes a defensive midfielder, 6ft 2in [tall], has a good energy level and technical level.Its a gamble but, on what we saw, its worth to take the gamble.Bielik only made his senior debut for Legia in August, aged just 16, and made five league appearances in total before sealing his move to the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal hopeful of completing Gabriel deal The 24-year-old Brazilians agent is in London to try to finalise the deal and the Gunners are optimistic they will be able to overcome any work permit obstacles Inter - Sampdoria Betting: Coppa Italia clash to see over 2.5 goals at San Siro Roberto Mancini’s Nerazzurri side host the Blucerchiati in the last 16 of the competition with our tipster backing another entertaining encounter Xavi in Barcelona squad for Atletico clash The former Spain international has recovered from a hamstring injury and could feature in Wednesdays Copa del Rey clash at Camp Nou Messi not leading mutiny against Luis Enrique, says Menotti The 1978 World Cup winner believes the feud between the duo is over and feels the prolific attacker is getting back to his best Official: Bielik completes Arsenal move The 17-year-old, who can play in defensive midfielder or at centre-back, will go straight into the Gunners first-team squad after sealing his move from Legia Warsaw Cristiano Ronaldo says he would like to play in Brazil when his Real Madrid career comes to an end, which is a blow to Manchester Uniteds hopes of re-signing the 29-year-old Portugal forward. Tottenham hope to persuade Everton to sell them 27-year-old Belgium winger Kevin Mirallas - who missed a penalty against West Brom on Monday - and are willing to offer Aaron Lennon in part exchange. Zenit St-Petersburg midfielder Axel Witsel has alerted Manchester United by saying he is keen to play in the Premier League. Barcelona midfielder Xavi wants the Spanish giants to bring Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla, 30, to the Nou Camp. Chelsea want to sign Fiorentina winger Juan Cuadrado, 26, but may have to sell Germany forward Andre Schurrle, 24, and 22-year-old Egypt winger Mohamed Salah first England midfielder James Milner, 29, has moved closer to leaving Manchester City as contract talks stall. Arsenal have opened talks with Villarreal about signing 24-year-old Brazilian centre-back Gabriel Paulista. But another Gunners target, 26-year-old defender Winston Reid, has denied suggestions he wants to leave West Ham in the January transfer window. Crystal Palace are interested in Sevillas 28-year-old Cameroon midfielder Stephane Mbia, who is available on a free transfer. Manchester Citys Argentine striker Sergio Aguero, 26, is determined to prove he can recapture the form he was in before his knee injury by scoring the goals to beat Chelsea and Barcelona next month. Former Tottenham and Newcastle player David Ginola, 47, is attempting to raise £2.3m to fund his Fifa president campaign but has managed to gather just £5,506 in the first week. Former striker Michael Owen says Manchester United are not functioning as a team and believes 31-year-old Netherlands striker Robin van Persie is no longer living up to his reputation. Romelu Lukaku, 21, is not doing the business at Everton and the club need to buy another striker, says former Toffees goalkeeper Neville Southall. For the second game in a row, illness prevented Mario Balotelli, 24, from being included in the Liverpool squad, so the Italy striker donned his onesie to watch Tuesdays 1-1 draw with Chelsea in the Capital One Cup semi-final first leg. Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea, 24, looked to have decided against watching the game, however, as he provided an insight into his musical tastes by tweeting a photo from a Slipknot gig and the words: Amazing concert. It was a trip down memory lane for England winger Theo Walcott on Tuesday as he tweeted a picture of himself and Arsene Wenger holding an Arsenal shirt with the caption 9 years ago today... Walcott joined Arsenal as a 16-year-old back in 2006 from Southampton. Wenger, meanwhile, joined a host of sports stars and celebrities at a gala in Geneva. Formula 1 driver Nico Rosberg posted a picture of Wenger, along with the caption: Met some great people. like every year... Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero drew a devil-type creature during a news conference A Liverpool fan in Norway has given his daughter the middle name YNWA - the acronym for the Reds Youll Never Walk Alone motto. Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho feels with more quality Chelsea could have taken advantage of space afforded to them by Liverpool after their 1-1 draw in the Capital One Cup semi-final first-leg at Anfield. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says that he is sorry to see Liverpool hero Steven Gerrard leaving the Premier League at the end of the season, but jokes he might loan him from LA Galaxy. Ivory Coast fought back to draw their Africa Cup of Nations opener with Guinea, despite having Gervinho sent off early in the second half. Guinea took a 36th-minute lead when Mohamed Yattara volleyed in. Ex-Arsenal striker Gervinho, who had hit the bar in the first half, was dismissed on 58 minutes for a slap. Ibrahima Traore almost doubled the lead when his shot hit the bar, but Ivory Coast rescued themselves when Seydou Doumbia slotted low into the corner. Jose Mourinho insisted Chelsea cannot do a domestic treble after they drew the first leg of their Capital One Cup semifinal with Liverpool at Anfield. Jose Mourinho joked on Tuesday that Chelsea could attempt to bring Steven Gerrard back to England on loan after he leaves Liverpool for the United States. Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says his decision to send Raheem Sterling on holiday to Jamaica has brought the 20-year-old back revitalised after his superb goal earned the Reds a 1-1 draw against Chelsea. Manchester City goalkeeper Willy Caballero is excited to be at a club who regularly challenge for silverware.The Argentine arrived at the Etihad Stadium from Malaga in the summer as manager Manuel Pellegrini looked to strengthen the competition for England international Joe Hart. Paul Lambert says he is comfortable with Aston Villas transfer policy and has ruled out selling Christian Benteke before the transfer window closes. Raheem Sterlings superb individual goal earned Liverpool a fully deserved draw and ensured the Capital One Cup semi-final with Chelsea remains finely balanced. Eden Hazards first-half penalty gave Chelsea the advantage but Liverpool were rewarded for another illustration of their rapid recent improvement when England forward Sterling showed searing pace followed by good composure to equalise on the hour. Ambroise Oyongo scored his first goal for Cameroon to rescue a point against Mali in their opening match. The right-back charged into the penalty area to collect a pass from Raoul Loe and controlled brilliantly before slotting home from close range. England winger Theo Walcott has claimed the current Arsenal attack is better than the 2006 strikeforce. Walcott joined the Gunners that year, playing alongside members of the 2003-04 Invincibles side such as Thierry Henry and Dennis Bergkamp. But the former Southampton player, 25, said team-mates Alexis Sanchez, Olivier Giroud, Danny Welbeck and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain are a stronger line-up. Chelsea are monitoring Fiorentinas Juan Cuadrado for a potential January move, sources have told ESPN FC, although any transfer probably remains dependent on the departure of either Andre Schurrle or Mohamed Salah.Stamford Bridge manager Jose Mourinho on Friday hinted at the possibility of transfers, having previously ruled them out. South Korea - Uzbekistan Preview: Kasimovs men out for revenge Uli Stielikes men edged them out of contention to qualify for the World Cup last summer but their head coach has promised a memorable win in the Asian Cup last eight Van Gaals Manchester United not functioning as a team, insists Owen The former England striker believes Radamel Falcao and Robin van Persie are not getting sufficient service within the Dutchmans much-maligned 3-5-2 system We dont want you here! – Guinea skipper opens up on Ebola abuse SPECIAL REPORT: The captain of Guineas Ebola Team says the abuse they have suffered because of the virus has made them more determined than ever to succeed at the Afcon Official: Bernardo Silva completes €15.75m Monaco move The Portugal Under-21 star has signed for the Ligue 1 side on a permanent basis after already spending the past six months at the club on loan Benteke not leaving Aston Villa in January - Lambert The Scot remains adamant his star striker will not be sold in the winter window and is confident owner Randy Lerner will back him in warding off potential suitors Paris Saint-Germain - Bordeaux Betting: Blanc to ease the pressure against understrength visitors Having seen his position come under scrutiny recently, Al Hain-Cole expects the coach to hit back with a straightforward win over Willy Sagnols strugglers in the Coupe de France Sterling: Liverpool could have beaten Chelsea A 1-1 draw in Tuesdays first leg at Anfield leaves the Reds needing to secure their place the hard way at Stamford Bridge but the 20-year-old remains upbeat Wijnaldum: I rejected Paris Saint-Germain The creative midfielder had the chance to continue his career in Ligue 1 but believes he made the right decision to continue his development in the Eredivisie He was here? - Mourinho in the dark over Cuadrado The Fiorentina winger was reportedly in attendance at Anfield on Tuesday for Chelseas 1-1 draw with Liverpool but the manager claims to be unaware of his presence Tottenham Hotspur - Sheffield United Betting: Back a goal-filled second half at White Hart Lane The north Londoners are clear favorites for the semi-final first leg and Phil Kitromilides thinks backing over 1.5 goals in the second period is the bet way to make some profit Cruyff: I nearly joined Real Madrid The Dutchman would go on to become a true great at Barcelona but admits Ajax were ready to sell him to the capital club before his move to Spain Torres? Shevchenko? Is Soldado the worst signing in Premier League history? COMMENT: The striker has been a disaster since his €30m transfer to Spurs but looks set to stay this month as they prepare for a League Cup semi-final with Sheffield United Ive always liked Manchester United - Witsel The 26-year-old says he could see himself following Belgium team-mates Eden Hazard and Marouane Fellaini to England but insists he has heard nothing about a January move Simeone: I wouldnt even join Real Madrid for the best deal imaginable The Atletico boss has vowed he would not cross the city divide to coach their bitter rivals, though he admits the Argentina job appeals to him Arsenal could sign Gabriel, Villarreal boss Marcelino admits Reports in Spain suggest the Gunners are ready to pay more than €20m for the 24-year-old centre-back and, while his coach is reluctant to let him go, he admits a deal is possible China - Australia Preview: Socceroos eager to improve recent record against Perrins men A potential semi-final against Japan awaits the winners of Thursdays clash in Brisbane, with the Chinese having won the last two encounters between the sides Bayern will win the treble, says Trapattoni The veteran coach has backed the reigning German champions to win it all this year and is confident Borussia Dortmund will improve after the winter break Mourinho: Ill be sad to see Gerrard go… maybe Ill loan him! The Chelsea manager believes that the Premier League will be poorer for the Reds captains imminent departure for LA Galaxy Swansea City winger Routledge out for a month with calf injury The 30-year-old is set to miss four weeks of action after picking up the problem during his sides 5-0 mauling at home by Chelsea in the Premier League on Saturday Transfer Talk: Cuadrado in, Schurrle & Salah out at Chelsea The Fiorentina star is reportedly a target for Jose Mourinho should he cash in on the two Blues forwards, who are struggling for game time Bessat hat-trick sends Lyon crashing out of Coupe de France The Ligue 1 leaders were beaten 3-2 by Nantes while Quevilly stunned Bastia in a penalty shootout Pulis: West Brom pursuing McManaman and others The winger was reportedly the subject of a failed bid by the Baggies, but the new manager insists he is actively exploring further options before the transfer window closes Gutierrez sets sights on Copa America and Libertadores double The Colombia striker says a triumph with the national team is his biggest aspiration of the year - along with continental success with River Dortmund hit with Kehl blow as midfielder is ruled out for four weeks The 34-year-old damaged a shoulder in Saturdays friendly with Steaua Bucharest and is unlikely to return until the end of next month Caballero: Manchester City make me feel young again The former Malaga goalkeeper is excited about the high level of ambition at the club, with Manuel Pellegrinis men still fighting on three fronts in 2014-15 Liverpool set up perfectly for second leg despite Chelsea draw - Rodgers The Reds were unable to win at Anfield in their League Cup semi-final encounter but the Blues obligation to come out of their shells at Stamford Bridge comforts the manager Bartomeu: Luis Enrique will have a long career at Barcelona The clubs president is expecting the former Celta Vigo coach to enjoy a lengthy spell in charge at Camp Nou and again paid tribute to Lionel Messi Roma 2-1 Empoli (AET): Controversial De Rossi penalty sends hosts through Matias Vecino was penalised for a challenge on Leandro Paredes after 113 minutes and the Giallorossi midfielder kept his nerve to send his side into the last eight Mourinho: Chelsea were in control against Liverpool The Blues only shot on target came from the penalty spot while they were indebted to Thibaut Courtois for denying the hosts, but their manager insists they performed well Torres: We can stand up to Barca & Real Madrid in every competition The Atletico Madrid striker admits he is relishing being part of the Vicente Calderon set-up again and says Diego Simeone will be wanted by many other clubs Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea: Sterling sets up crunch Stamford Bridge return leg Eden Hazard had given the Blues the lead by winning and then burying a first-half penalty but the England internationals brilliant burst through the defence levelled matters Player Ratings: Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea Raheem Sterlings superb second-half solo effort earned the Reds a deserved draw with Jose Mourinhos side in the first leg of their League Cup semi-final at Anfield Player Ratings: Mali 1-1 Cameroon Volker Finkes men secured a draw thanks to Ambroise Oyongos late equaliser, though the Indomitable Lions failed to impressed, with Eric Choupo-Moting particularly disappointing Barcelona face right-back quandary as Dani Alves studies options SPECIAL REPORT: The Brazilians contract is up in the summer and his agent has revealed he may move on after seven seasons, with the Catalans unable to sign a replacement Mali 1-1 Cameroon: Oyongo snatches a point for Finkes side Sambou Yabatare looked to have given Henryk Kasperczaks men all three points in their Africa Cup of Nations clash but the defenders fine finish ensured a share of the spoils Official: Chelsea loan Marin to Anderlecht The German midfielder was unable to make an impression while at Fiorentina and has had that spell cut short in order to join up with the reigning Belgian champions Defoe: I can fire Sunderland to safety Though the strikers debut for the Black Cats ended in a 2-1 defeat by Tottenham on Saturday, he believes there was enough evidence to show that they can stay up Guinea draw a good result for Cote dIvoire, says Yaya Toure The Elephants found an equaliser despite having seen Gervinho sent off, and their midfield talisman accepts it could prove a valuable point Bony will fit right in at Manchester City - Aguero The Cote dIvoire international has sealed a big-money move to the Etihad Stadium from Swansea City and his new team-mate expects his experience to come in handy West Brom chairman rules out Berahino exit The England Under-21 striker has reportedly garnered interest from other Premier League sides after netting 14 goals this season, but Jeremy Pearce will not sanction a transfer Gabon - Congo Preview: Malonga demands intensity to keep Afcon hopes alive Claude Le Roys men secured a point in their group opener but remain underdogs ahead of their clash with Jorge Costas side
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