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MORE REALISTIC FANS

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The Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has said that the fans should become little bit more realistic with regard to the ambitions and aspirations for the team before considering booing them. The Arsenal fans were extremely critical of the team following the goalless 0-0 draw with Aston Villa during the weekend. Wenger was also targeted heavily by the away fans, as they chanted at the manager by saying that he did not know what he was doing. Wenger made some unique decisions during the match like taking off a striker and putting on a defensive midfielder when the team was chasing a goal.

He also did not bring the midfielder Jack Wilshere from the bench even with the knowledge that he was one of the creative players within the team. Wenger said after the match that he did not have to justify his decisions after the rematch, while also saying that his managerial skills have not changed a lot since the 2004 Premier league title win when the club went undefeated throughout the whole season. Wenger has said that he is the only person answerable to him at the end of the season. Arsenal finished the last season in third position, which is a good achievement according to the manager.

“Last season we finished third. Honestly I don’t think there was much more in that team than third. Like when we won the Premier League with zero defeats, which never anybody else has done, you think there is not much room to do much better. At the end of the season I want to stand in front of my mirror and think: ‘Have I done all I can?’ That’s all,” said Wenger after the match. Arsenal have just two victories in the last five matches in all competitions, which have led to the fans frustration.

JOHNSON BACKS STERLING

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The Liverpool defender Glen Johnson has said that the entire Liverpool squad should come in support of the 17-year-old youngster Raheem Sterling, as he attempts to make it into the Liverpool squad. The Liverpool squad in recent seasons has seen arrival of a few youngsters from the youth academy like Martin Kelly. However, the 17-year-old prospect Raheem Sterling has been spoken of as the next big thing to come from the Liverpool Academy since the days of Jamie Carragher and Steven Gerrard. The former Chelsea and Portsmouth defender Glen Johnson has said that it is the duty of the Liverpool squad to support Raheem Sterling as he encounters the pressure of playing in the first-team of one of the biggest clubs in the world.

The new Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has decided to use the exciting talent Raheem Sterling in the matches against Manchester city and Arsenal, which shows a lot of confidence in the player. However, the England international Glen Johnson reckons that it will still be tough for Raheem Sterling to settle in the first team without the help of the teammates. He has recalled his memories of coming through the ranks, and getting help from a number of first-team players.

“We’ve got a great bunch of lads and everyone makes everyone feel welcome. Raheem is 17-years-old but you make him feel like one of the lads because he is and he deserves to be here. It makes him feel more comfortable – and more comfortable when he’s going into games, which is going to help him and the team. You have to encourage the young lads. When I first came through, I had people like Stuart Pearce and other big players helping me,” said Glen Johnson. Liverpool have made a poor start to the new season and are currently in the relegation zone.

RODWELL HAPPY AT CITY

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The new Manchester city midfielder Jack Rodwell has said that he is extremely happy to sign with the Premier league champions and has said that it is the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a club of this stature. Jack Rodwell has been linked with some of the biggest names in world football like Manchester United and Chelsea in the last few seasons. However, both the clubs have not been able to agree a fee with Everton for the services of the England midfielder. Manchester city managed to nab the player in a £ 15 million deal that will see him join the Premier league champions.

Speaking on the occasion of his unveiling, Jack Rodwell has said that it is a great opportunity to join a club like Manchester city and he feels that he will win a lot of trophies in the future. Jack Rodwell was initially expected to follow Wayne Rooney to Manchester United, but he has signed for the arch rivals Manchester city. There have been doubts that Jack Rodwell will not be getting regular first-team football at Manchester city, but the former Everton player reckons that he has to fight for a spot in the first-team at any club.

“It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I believe in my ability. No matter what squad I go to, I always feel I can add something to it. It will be an exciting place to go, playing with amazing players. It is a chance to win things. They won the league last year and I’m sure they will look to improve on that, especially in the Champions League as well. I’m going to have to be patient but I’m still young,” said Jack Rodwell. Rodwell has said that he is hoping that his injury problems will finally start to disappear.

RODWELL SIGNS FOR CITY

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Former Everton midfielder, Jack Rodwell, has signed for Manchester City. Rodwell has joined the club on a contract of 5 years. Rodwell successfully passed a medical test on 12th of August and his contract got finalized. Rodwell is the first player to be signed by Manchester City this summer. Rodwell will join the Manchester City squad after a few days. He is currently with the England national team. England has to play a friendly match against Italy on 15th of August. After that match, Rodwell will join the City squad.

After signing the contract, Rodwell said that he is going to miss Everton a lot. Rodwell had been playing for Everton since the last 7 years. When he was just 14 years of age, he had played his first match for the youth team of Everton. He made his debut for the senior team of Everton only at the age of 16. He played his debut match against Alkmaar Zaanstreek (a Dutch club). Rodwell’s first goal for Everton was against Aston Villa in a match of the FA cup. As per Rodwell, he had been with Everton since the age of 7. He has learnt all his football here. This club has given him a lot and it has been wonderful to represent Everton for so many years. However, Rodwell looked delighted after signing for Manchester City. He told the reporters that Manchester City is one of the oldest clubs around and it is fantastic to join such a traditional club.

The Manchester City squad is full of talented players and Rodwell might struggle to find a place in the first team. On being asked about that, Rodwell said that he has full confidence in his ability. Whenever he gets a chance to go on the field, he would try to make a mark.

FUTURE OF EVERTON

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Everton legend Peter Reid has said that he expects the midfield trio of Jack Rodwell and Ross Barkley to become the future of Everton in the next couple of seasons. The England under 21 international Jack Rodwell was regarded as the big thing to come from Everton after Wayne Rooney. However, he has suffered numerous injury problems in the last few seasons, which have proved to be extremely detrimental in his efforts to improve as a player. In the meantime, the 18-year-old midfielder Ross Barkley has emerged as another potential star from the Everton youth academy.

Peter Reid, who is regarded as a legend at Goodison Park, has said that he is extremely confident that both these players will prove to be standing for Everton in the near future. He expects them to continue development in various stages over the next few years before they start to perform as people expect them to do. Jack Rodwell and Ross Barkley, however, have been linked with moves away from Goodison Park. It is expected that both these players will help Everton get around £ 60 million in transfer fees, which can then be reinvested in improving the whole squad. Peter Reid, however, thinks that Everton should keep both these players.

“We’ve had Naismith come in and there’s speculation about Pienaar. Hopefully the two young lads, (Jack) Rodwell and (Ross)Barkley will be fit and put pressure on for a first team place as well. Jelavic in the last transfer window was a master-stroke. If they can actually get Pienaar it would be great, and then you’re looking at a really strong, well-balanced squad which you would want at any football club,” said the former Everton player Peter Reid ahead of the start of the pre-season. David Moyes has just past the decade mark in charge of Everton.

WILSHERE BACKS HODGSON

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Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has said that Roy Hodgson should deserve all the credit for getting the England managerial job against all the odds. Former West Brom manager Roy Hodgson was recently confirmed as the England manager up until the Euro 2016. Jack Wilshere, who is currently out injured, said that he was welcoming the appointment of the former West Brom manager. Roy Hodgson and Harry Redknapp were the favourites to take over from Fabio Capello, who resigned only a few months ago after suffering a break down in relationship with the English FA. The English FA have been leaving the appointment of a successor as late as possible.

Jack Wilshere will be missing the Euro 2012 after suffering a setback in his attempts to recover from the long term injury he suffered last season. It has been almost 12 months since Jack Wilshire was last seen on the pitch. Roy Hodgson would have loved to have the Arsenal midfielder in the squad for the Euro 2012 given that it would have provided the 20-year-old with great experience about the international game. Hodgson would also have loved to have the passing skills of Jack Wilshire in the team. Hodgson has received backing from almost every major England player following his appointment.

“Not many have the experience of Roy Hodgson. Proved he is a top manager at international level so don’t see a reason why he can’t do it for England. Good choice in my opinion. Good luck and I hope I can help him in some way in the future,” Jack Wilshere said on Twitter. Hodgson had a poor spell at Anfield only a few seasons ago, but Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard was quick to confirm his delight at being able to work with Hodgson once again.