Isco

[Benjay]

have to agree with this. i thought we were in the driver's seat here. yes, of course it's true that no one can make him sign if he doesn't want to come, but between pelle, silva, wages, the project etc. i think we could have offered enough to covince him.

Against Madrid, reputation, global exposure, Influence of Zidane, language, family/friends nearby, mates from U21 squad, weather, Good Champions League record, all in a world cup year. I love City like the next man but Madrid are a worldwide machine. If he chose Dortmund over us I would agree with you.

[OliverHardy]

**************Sky Sports Latest***********

Transfer news: Isco admits lure of Real Madrid amid claims he has rejected Man City

Last Updated: June 24, 2013 2:26pm

Isco: Malaga playmaker could be heading to Real Madrid

Isco has admitted that the prospect of a move to Real Madrid is 'exciting' as Spanish reports claim he has rejected Manchester City to seal a move to Santiago Bernabeu.

Real and City have been leading the chase for the Spain international, who helped his country to European Under-21 Championship glory this summer.

Both teams have been locked in talks with Malaga, as Manuel Pellegrini looked to raid his old club for the brilliant young playmaker.

However, it now appears that Real Madrid, despite being without a coach, are set to win the race for his coveted signature.

Speaking to AS, Isco refused to confirm who he would be signing for but did say of Real: "Madrid excites me.

"They are one of the best teams in the world."

It is claimed that Madrid have agreed to a deal worth €30million (£25million), with the possibility of Denis Cheryshev joining Malaga.

As well as City, Isco is also reported to have shunned approaches from Monaco and Borussia Dortmund.
Betting suspended

Meanwhile, Sky Bet have suspended betting on Isco's next club after he was heavily backed to join Real.

The Malaga playmaker had been backed at as short as 1/2 to follow Pellegrini to the Etihad Stadium but the recent money has predominantly suggested he will sign for the Spanish giants.

The online bookmaker saw the Spaniard backed at as short as 1/8 to join Real Madrid before suspending betting.

Sky Bet Football Trader Chris Spicer said: "It has been a see-saw market with City and Real exchanging favouritism, but things have become very one-sided over the last 24 hours with the money and media implying he will sign at the Bernabeu.

"It also raises the question as to where City will turn next in the transfer market with Edinson Cavani, who had also been backed to arrive at the Etihad Stadium, also seemingly favouring a move to the Spanish capital."

By 'latest' do you actually mean the use of month old quotes to make a headline? "Madrid excites me" was said over a month ago, as far as the facts go Isco has said fuck all since his twitter comment about going to Ibiza, anything else is pure story telling from the twitterate

[zabbadabbado]

**************Sky Sports Latest***********

Transfer news: Isco admits lure of Real Madrid amid claims he has rejected Man City

Last Updated: June 24, 2013 2:26pm

Isco: Malaga playmaker could be heading to Real Madrid

Isco has admitted that the prospect of a move to Real Madrid is 'exciting' as Spanish reports claim he has rejected Manchester City to seal a move to Santiago Bernabeu.

Real and City have been leading the chase for the Spain international, who helped his country to European Under-21 Championship glory this summer.

Both teams have been locked in talks with Malaga, as Manuel Pellegrini looked to raid his old club for the brilliant young playmaker.

However, it now appears that Real Madrid, despite being without a coach, are set to win the race for his coveted signature.

Speaking to AS, Isco refused to confirm who he would be signing for but did say of Real: "Madrid excites me.

"They are one of the best teams in the world."

It is claimed that Madrid have agreed to a deal worth €30million (£25million), with the possibility of Denis Cheryshev joining Malaga.

As well as City, Isco is also reported to have shunned approaches from Monaco and Borussia Dortmund.
Betting suspended

Meanwhile, Sky Bet have suspended betting on Isco's next club after he was heavily backed to join Real.

The Malaga playmaker had been backed at as short as 1/2 to follow Pellegrini to the Etihad Stadium but the recent money has predominantly suggested he will sign for the Spanish giants.

The online bookmaker saw the Spaniard backed at as short as 1/8 to join Real Madrid before suspending betting.

Sky Bet Football Trader Chris Spicer said: "It has been a see-saw market with City and Real exchanging favouritism, but things have become very one-sided over the last 24 hours with the money and media implying he will sign at the Bernabeu.

"It also raises the question as to where City will turn next in the transfer market with Edinson Cavani, who had also been backed to arrive at the Etihad Stadium, also seemingly favouring a move to the Spanish capital."

By 'latest' do you actually mean the use of month old quotes to make a headline? "Madrid excites me" was said over a month ago, as far as the facts go Isco has said fuck all since his twitter comment about going to Ibiza, anything else is pure story telling from the twitterate

So i take it you don't agree then that him being heavily backed to join Real Madrid forcing betting to be suspended indicates an imminent move to them.Or are you just sulking ?.

Put your Mortgage on a move to us ?,you will be a a very rich man,i work in the game ill take your money from you matey.

[Wonderwall]

I think that if Isco was our No1 target, we would get him. Pellegrini is a massive draw for Isco, therefore if we dont get him, I would presume that "WE" decided against it rather then him choosing RM ahead of us. We can offer terms that match any club, therefore IMO, if he doesnt come, it was because it was our choice, not his.

Wow.
That's some spin Bob.

Hazard and De Rossi were our two main targets last summer. Are you saying we decided against them as well and went with Javi fucking Garcia?

There's no two ways about it. If we can't sign this guy, Beguiristain and Soriano will have fucked up. No matter how big character Zidane is, they are being paid humungous wages to make these deals happen.

They are also being paid humungous wages to run the club properly, not run it into the ground with insane transfer deals.

If a deal isn't right, it is wise to walk away. No shame or defeat in that.

If this had been any other Spanish player there would have been no shame losing out to RM.
However with Pelligrini, (his father figure), as manager; and the player happy to come to City, its very disappointing that our negotiating wasnt able to secure the player. The buy out clause was reasonable for a player of his quality.
If there was one big name transfer that we should have secured this window it was Isco!

Which is kind of what I was saying, I think the only reason we would not complete this is if WE decide against it.

[dario2739]

Ballague tweeted he's heard Madrid have got him.

[Chopper]

Well that's that then.

Endsleigh league here we come.

[gillie]

Just been talking to a blue at my kids school and he is adamant we are still in for Isco he even said that the club has said as much.

[Benjay]

Ballague tweeted he's heard Madrid have got him.

Ill be glad when the saga is over. Then we can concentrate on something else

[CTID Hants]

Ballague tweeted he's heard Madrid have got him.

Not exactly what he said (FFS it's not hard!!!)........................ Guillem Balague ‏@GuillemBalague 26m
Latest I heard; Isco will go to Madrid (25-30m euros).


and no different to ANY comment in the last 24 hours

[Blue Blood]

Ballague tweeted he's heard Madrid have got him.

Ill be glad when the saga is over. Then we can concentrate on something else

If guillem has him going Madrid, he likely will.

I think its probably over chaps.

[gillie]

Not sure how to link tweets but Godsway Donyoh is giving Isco shit on twitter about being basically two faced saying he could'nt stand Madrid and then also saying he is excited by them.

[Sideshow Bob]

no worries. as i said, we will get shaun maloney and he is twice the player. PL proven.

[sheblue]

Ballague tweeted he's heard Madrid have got him.

Ill be glad when the saga is over. Then we can concentrate on something else

If guillem has him going Madrid, he likely will.

I think its probably over chaps.

Yep, saw the tweet as well, looks over now he is normally accurate enough.

[Avalon]

Not sure how to link tweets but Godsway Donyoh is giving Isco shit on twitter about being basically two faced saying he could'nt stand Madrid and then also saying he is excited by them.

I'm sorry but what a cunt. He said he hated Madrid, he was Anti MadridNow they excite you, well isco this is for you pic.twitter.com/dAI2LgzJcM



There ya go

[avoidconfusion]

Ballague is one of the biggest know-fuck-alls . How this charlatan can actually earn money doing what he does is beyond me.

[sheblue]

Not sure how to link tweets but Godsway Donyoh is giving Isco shit on twitter about being basically two faced saying he could'nt stand Madrid and then also saying he is excited by them.

Who the fuck is Godsway Donyoh?

[gillie]

Not sure how to link tweets but Godsway Donyoh is giving Isco shit on twitter about being basically two faced saying he could'nt stand Madrid and then also saying he is excited by them.

Who the fuck is Godsway Donyoh?

A City academy player on loan at duirgarden fc sorry about the spelling:)

[sheblue]

Not sure how to link tweets but Godsway Donyoh is giving Isco shit on twitter about being basically two faced saying he could'nt stand Madrid and then also saying he is excited by them.

Who the fuck is Godsway Donyoh?

A City academy player on loan at duirgarden fc sorry about the spelling:)

Thanks....

[Dameerto]

It's not over until.....................

Jeeze Madonna has let herself go.

[Bianchi on Ice]

It's not over until.....................

Jeeze Madonna has let herself go.

still would though