On the the king..and Arsene

" Zidane's vitality stems from his completeness. In terms of playing style, he is simply peerless. Technically he is superlative: he possesses exceptional ingenuity, awe-inspiring close control, and with one flick can open up the most resilient defense. Moreover, Zidane can shoot with power and unerring accuracy"

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And Wenger professes his love for Real

"I love Real Madrid," Wenger told a news conference at Arsenal's training ground on Friday.

"It is certainly, after Arsenal, a club I love because of my childhood. It was the team I admired when I was a kid and I have a lot of good memories for Real Madrid."

So you see Arsenal's beautiful football was inspired by Los Meringues.

and do visit the new improved Allthingsfootie, Jordan is at his best again.

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Del Bosque linked with Real return

Vicente Del Bosque, one of the more successful managers at Real, who was sacked by Perez shortly after winning the league for a second time has been linked with a return to the Bernabeu. The fact that Perez is no longer President is sure to help his return. Others linked with the job are Ancelloti

Rumours abound regarding Xabi Alonso's move from Anfield to Madrid. Alonso's current manager Rafa Benitez has reportedly signed up till 2010 with Liverpool. Other transfer targets Fabregas (says no) and Lyon's Diarra

I think they should go after Ballack - but I guess they would rather avoid a bidding war with Chelsea.

Real Inter talk about 4 man deal

the trade winds are blowing again, despite Perez's resignation and there is talk of Ronaldo and Guti moving to Inter with Adriano and another makeweight moving the other way