What trades do you expect to see?
What trades would you like for your team?
Which non-MLS players should the league sign?
Who will coach DC United?
Which players will leave MLS, and what teams will they play for?

Post your opinions, rumors and articles here.

I'll start us off:

Carl Robinson to MetroStars or C.Rapids:

http://www.metrofanatic.com/mf/frame/index.jsp?URL=http://skysports.planetfootball.com/article.asp?id%3D175760%26cpid%3D8

More MetroStars transfer rumors brought to you by the best soccer team fan page ever:

http://www.metrofanatic.com/mf/other/rumors.jsp

Rangers have decided not to sign Clint Mathis after his tryouts with the team.

Article which features some possible offseason trades/transfers:

http://www.mlsnet.com/content/03/oped1211connolly.html






















And yes, I could have made the title of this thread a little longer. ;)

maybe an mls team should try and sign rivaldo.

Leicester seems to be interested in a bunch of MLS guys. They had Mathis in for a tryout, and now they are trying to get Ruiz on loan? It also said that Leicester was scouting Bocanegra.

I think Bocanegra will definitely get a contract in Europe. I would be shocked if he resigned with the MLS.

Originally posted by vze4b78y
maybe an mls team should try and sign rivaldo.

That won't happen.

IMO Rivaldo isn't old enough to quit Europe and come to the US. He should stay in Europe or go play in Brazil while he still plays for the NT. Then maybe after he quits he could be considered a factor. But now with him still in NT contention his wages and demands would be way to high.

Anywayz I think Mathis should definately quit the MLS and hit Europe, preferably of course the EPL or SPL where I think he would have the easiest time adjusting.

Anywayz I think the Revs could use another defender. How about Llamosa for Bocanegra, Run? :funny: :p

i would either like to see a good American player (not like that Daniel Hernandez guy, if thats even his name) go play in the Mexican league...por a decent Mexican player play in MLS (not like Hernandez or Campos who were way past their prime)

Originally posted by SB9Dragon
Anywayz I think the Revs could use another defender. How about Llamosa for Bocanegra, Run? :funny: :p
Sure... if you add in Twellman and we give you Curtis Spiteri. :D

Originally posted by #1 Stunna
i would either like to see a good American player (not like that Daniel Hernandez guy, if thats even his name) go play in the Mexican league...por a decent Mexican player play in MLS (not like Hernandez or Campos who were way past their prime)
Yeah I'd like to see that.

By the way the LA Galaxy's Antonio "Chivas" Martinez is on tryouts with Atlas. This is from Tino Palace's MLSnet.com column:

"THE NEWS: “Chivas” Martinez is reportedly training with Atlas. So in the InterLiga, if Chivas wins Group A and “Chivas” and Atlas win Group B, then “Chivas” and Atlas will play Chivas.

Got it?"

He's a good player, very quick and a good dribbler but lacks a little something since he never achieved star status in MLS. His 2003 season was especially disappointing.

What should Columbus do to turn things around?

That’s the million-dollar question. There’s as much talent in Columbus as anywhere in the league, but a rash of injuries, bad luck and poor performances in big games have hurt this side over the years, which is why they still have yet to play in an MLS Cup.

The foundation is there with Kyle Martino as the focal point of the offense to build around. The problem might lie in having three of the league’s top strikers in Brian McBride, Jeff Cunningham and Edson Buddle. It’s simply a luxury that isn’t possible to have in this league, due to the financial structure.

Cunningham has been looking for a suitor overseas, having trials with Eintracht Frankfurt of the German Bundesliga and Club Brugge of Belgium since the season ended. If he decides to stay in MLS, perhaps Columbus would be better off trading Buddle. The 22-year-old striker is coveted by many teams, and could bring Greg Andrulis and his staff another midfielder or defender to round out the lineup.

With Clint Mathis not expected to be back, Steve Jolley and his $135,000 contract being traded to Dallas, and the possible waiving of Richie Williams, the MetroStars have some money to burn and need scorers. Being from New Rochelle, Buddle is a local product, as well, which makes him that much more attractive to the MetroStars, as well, and would make sense as someone to bring in even if it means trading away another young prospect.

I swear if we trade Buddle, especially to the Metro****s, I'll quit being a Crew supporter, and join Run as a Fire fan.












No, I wouldn't. I'm not that stupid. :mrpimp:

Stunna, you can have Daniel Hernandez in Mexico. He's worthless and I hate the ****er. :p

Originally posted by bjmenge
I swear if we trade Buddle, especially to the Metro****s, I'll quit being a Crew supporter, and join Run as a Fire fan.
Who would MetroScum trade for Buddle anyway? Pope? They can't afford to lose another central defender. Guevara? Cowlumbus already have a good playmaker. Clark? That would be a stupid move by Metro. The rest of the team is made up of mediocre players and young prospects. To get Buddle, Metro would need to trade two players and a first round draft pick at least.

I could see a Clark for Buddle trade though, with a draft pick involved. Cowlumbus really need a player like Clark. But who are Metro gonna play at d-mid?

yo Run min, check youre pm

Originally posted by Run DMB
Who would MetroScum trade for Buddle anyway? Pope? They can't afford to lose another central defender. Guevara? Cowlumbus already have a good playmaker. Clark? That would be a stupid move by Metro. The rest of the team is made up of mediocre players and young prospects. To get Buddle, Metro would need to trade two players and a first round draft pick at least.

I could see a Clark for Buddle trade though, with a draft pick involved. Cowlumbus really need a player like Clark. But who are Metro gonna play at d-mid?

My favorite player, Mark Lisi.

Originally posted by Run DMB
"THE NEWS: “Chivas” Martinez is reportedly training with Atlas. So in the InterLiga, if Chivas wins Group A and “Chivas” and Atlas win Group B, then “Chivas” and Atlas will play Chivas.

Got it?"

lol...thought it wont happen. Toluca will win group A, then win the Copa Libertadores, then win the Intercontinental Cup :mrpimp:

They're that damn good.

Originally posted by bjmenge
Stunna, you can have Daniel Hernandez in Mexico. He's worthless and I hate the ****er. :p

I'll keep him...i've never seen a player warm a bench as good as he does. :D

Colorado trades GK Garlick to Dallas in exchange for a second round draft pick.

Where is the kid Bobi Comvey goin? I saw him play in the U-20 champ. against my most hated team he was AWSOME, does he play in Europle or Major Soccer Leauge?

Originally posted by NAYAYAMA
Where is the kid Bobi Comvey goin? I saw him play in the U-20 champ. against my most hated team he was AWSOME, does he play in Europle or Major Soccer Leauge?


Convey plays for DC United in the MLS. Tottenham signed Convey during the summer but he was denied a work permit so he was forced to stay with DC United.

Originally posted by Fogs
Colorado trades GK Garlick to Dallas in exchange for a second round draft pick.
Beneficial trade for both teams. The Crapids have two quality goalkeepers, so they send one to Dallas who need one. In return they get a second round draft pick and some extra cap space.

Thanks for getting Danielle of our team (and yes i meant the extra e, therefore giving the name dan-yell, the girls name, hes a little bitch.) He's a waste of space


SUPA REVS!

http://skysports.planetfootball.com/article.asp?id=180486&cpid=8

Fulham land US star

EXCLUSIVE by Graeme Bailey and Chris Bergin of ussocceruk.com
Skysports.com can exclusively reveal that Fulham have sealed a deal for American defender Carlos Bocanegra.
The Chicago Fire stopper has been looking for a club in England for the past few months and now a move to Fulham has been agreed.

The MLS Defender of the Year has had his work permit granted by The Home Office and he is now free to finalise his move to Loftus Road.

"The player has been granted a permit to play in England for Fulham," a Home Office spokesman told skysports.com.

The Whites have agreed a deal for the defender, who had also been linked with Leeds United, after his contract expired with Major League Soccer in America.

Fulham manager Chris Coleman have already brought Bobby Petta to the club during the transfer window and now he has bolstered his defensive options with the arrival of the 24-year-old US international.

Bocanegra did not automatically meet the criteria laid down by The Home Office, but a players' panel gave the move the green-light after concluding he was of sufficient calibre to play in England.

I suppose I can live with Boca playing for Fulham. Certainly better than him signing for Leeds, or some other club I utterly hate.

Whats he like, is he any good??

He's one of the best American defenders there is. I believe he's won the MLS Defender of the Year award twice, and he is becoming a regular in the back for the U.S. National Team. A very good buy, in my opinion.

Did he even cost Fulham a penny, see'ing as he is out of contract with MLS, or is there a compensation fee involved?

I don't think there's a compensation fee to MLS, unless the player is still under contract. So I'd say it was a free transfer. I wonder what his wages will be.

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I think Bocanegra is the best Us defender out there. Great player and a great deal for fulham. ive seen him play many times.

Yes. Boca is also very dangerous on set pieces in the box. If he can get his head to the ball look out. Also Peter Nowak is now the coach of DC United.

I've heard Bayer Leverkusen's Jan Simak wants to move to the MLS to restart his career. :o

Originally posted by shokz
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Eh, you can have sloppy seconds, after I'm done :hump:ing her. :mrpimp:

http://skysports.planetfootball.com/article.asp?id=179934&cpid=22

Clint Mathis to Hannover it seems.

Bocanegra is one of the hardest players i have seen in the MLS. One time he knocked a kid to the ground who was a rookie and stood over him and said "welcome to the MLS". He is a tough player and will be a good defender in the premiership. The premiership defenders are all about the hard knocks and tough tackles, so he shouldn't have too much adjusting to do.

Does anyone know if Steve Herdsman is coming back to play for the Colorado Rapids at any point, or any team in the MLS. He was a qua;ity defender for them at the time and could outrun any attacker in the league. I believe he was the fastest player in the MLS for the two seasons he played.

Steve Herdsman? I don't think I've ever even heard of him. :confused:

He played for the Rapids the season before last and did quite well for himself. For a while the Fire were trying to buy him. I think he is coaching right now for a university team in Michigan somewhere but was wondering if any fans knew if he was coming back to play.

Originally posted by Boelman
Bocanegra is one of the hardest players i have seen in the MLS. One time he knocked a kid to the ground who was a rookie and stood over him and said "welcome to the MLS". He is a tough player and will be a good defender in the premiership. The premiership defenders are all about the hard knocks and tough tackles, so he shouldn't have too much adjusting to do.

U serious? Bocanegra said that :funny: He's a beast :o :mrpimp:

Yea, he is a crazy player when he goes up against you. He isn't the kindest player on the field but then he is a defender and has to be. I've played indoor with him in chicago once and he is a beast.

Well in another forum that wont be named(because it is so ultra kewl), there is some super speculation/rumor/news. Depends on who you trust.



The News/Rumor/Speculation: McBride to Blackburn on a permanent deal! Thats
Like the cockaroaches in Hawaii, you thought the deal was dead, but it wasnt.

Mathis is going on trial at Sunderland although Hannover really want him. It is on Planetfootball.

of all places why Sunderland?? WHY????????????

Originally posted by Caponedawg
of all places why Sunderland?? WHY????????????

true, but it's not like options are unlimited. sunderland's better than staying in the mls though.

Mathis seems desperate to play in England. So much so that it seems he'd rather join an English D1 side than a German top-flight mid-table team. He probably hopes Sunderland will get promoted to the Premiership, but there's nothing that can guarantee that. And even if they do get promoted, their stay in the EPL will likely be limited to one season.

PScott, how confident are you in that rumor? ;)

Originally posted by Run DMB
Mathis seems desperate to play in England. So much so that it seems he'd rather join an English D1 side than a German top-flight mid-table team. He probably hopes Sunderland will get promoted to the Premiership, but there's nothing that can guarantee that. And even if they do get promoted, their stay in the EPL will likely be limited to one season.

PScott, how confident are you in that rumor? ;) Well if Hannover really did have interest in Mathis, then Mathis could very well just be visiting Sunderland to speed up the bosses at Hannover. He's a free agent(so to speak) and he is letting the clubs know he has options. That way he wont get low-balled in his contract.

pretty. ;)

Gotta have faith - George Michael

you gotta love Big Soccer rumors.

Originally posted by PScott
Gotta have faith - George Michael
Except all the kids today think Limp Bizkit wrote that song. :p

:kader:

Originally posted by Jedi Mind Trick
true, but it's not like options are unlimited. sunderland's better than staying in the mls though.

Not really. Lets all laugh at Sunderland.

Anyway I wish Convey would go to Europe. If not England then maybe Germany or even France. I think playing in Europe would help him become a better player for the National team.

Originally posted by pennington10
Not really. Lets all laugh at Sunderland.

Anyway I wish Convey would go to Europe. If not England then maybe Germany or even France. I think playing in Europe would help him become a better player for the National team. Convey WOULD go to Europe. And he WILL be in Europe next summer.









I hate the England home office! Those cnuts

Why can't he go another country. Why does he have to play in England. What is stopping him from going to Spain or something.

http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/displaynews.asp?id=4571

http://www.fulhamfc.com/news/Images/FrontPage/Main/bocanegra_top_13012004.jpg

American International Carlos Bocanegra signs for Fulham...

Fulham Football Club has today announced the signing of American International Carlos Bocanegra on a three year deal that will see the player at the Club until the summer of 2007. Bocanegra, a left sided central defender, joins the Club on a free transfer from MLS club Chicago Fire where he was out of contract.

The 24 year-old Californian graduated from the University of California in Los Angeles in summer 2000 and immediately signed for the Chicago side where, during his inaugural season, he was named the MLS Rookie of the Year. In both 2002 and 2003 seasons, he was named in the MLS Best XI Squad along with the consecutive title of MLS Defender of the Year.

Carlos has become one of the core members of the US National Team having played regularly since 2002 and was nominated for the Player of the Year award for 2003, losing out to the more customary striker nominations which consisted of Landon Donovan and Brian McBride.

Manager Chris Coleman commented:

'I have seen Carlos play and I could see that he has great potential. He reads the game well and is very skilful and strong which are the prime attributes of a defender. He has a great track record at International level, so I have no doubt that he will acclimatise to the Premiership fairly quickly. I am looking forward to him joining us.'

http://ussocceruk.com/news/?CatTypeId=2&ContentId=1255

Hey now!!!:D

Bocanegra is a great defender.

Great signing by Fulham

Originally posted by PScott
http://ussocceruk.com/news/?CatTypeId=2&ContentId=1255

Hey now!!!:D Maybe i was a little to ambiguous with that post. So ill try again.




THE MCBRIDE MOVE TO BLACKBURN HAS BEEN AGREED UPON AND MCBRIDE WILL BE MOVING TO BLACKBURN. CLICK ON THE FRICKING LINK YOU PEOPLE. JEEZ




how was that?

Originally posted by PScott

how was that?

******* fantastic :$

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According to Sky (so probably bullsh*t) Fulham are trying to get Mcbride from under Sourpuss's nose!!

Originally posted by Chelives
According to Sky (so probably bullsh*t) Fulham are trying to get Mcbride from under Sourpuss's nose!!

McBridge would be a good signing.

Him and Saha upfront!!:hump:

And just to get one over Sourpuss would be nice!

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