Whilst watching Sky Sports News today I noticed that Real Madrid would be interested in signing 'out of favour' Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant, that's if they don't sign Antonio Valencia of Wigan.Why would a prestigious club like Madrid swoop for Pennant? Yes, he's a good player and I'd be glad to see him playing for Madrid... but this is the last player that I thought they would target, due to him having limited games at Liverpool.
Even the Valencia (who has had a rather successful season) rumour, was perceived by me as a slight shocker. Both Pennant and Valencia are good players, but for them to be linked to moves to Real Madrid, for me, seems a bit far fetched...
These rumours follow the signing of Lassana Diarra from Portsmouth, which wasn't envisaged. Does this mean that Madrid are struggling to attract the big name stars? Or are they just holding their funds for a substantial bid for Cristiano Ronaldo in the summer?.. It sure seems a bit fishy.
The text before was written a couple of hours ago. I have now just read from Times Online that Valencia has agreed to join Real Madrid in a deal worth £14 Million. Pennant seems to be set to join Wigan, to replace Valencia. Now that sounds slightly more realistic...
Here's the link to the Times Online story:
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/football/premier_league/article5415823.ece
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