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Final Thoughts On Mark Schwarzer And Arsenal

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - JUNE 13:  Mark Schwarzer of Australia kicks the ball in anger after conceding his side's fourth goal during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Group D match between Germany and Australia at Durban Stadium on June 13, 2010 in Durban, South Africa.  (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

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2 months ago: DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - JUNE 13: Mark Schwarzer of Australia kicks the ball in anger after conceding his side's fourth goal during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Group D match between Germany and Australia at Durban Stadium on June 13, 2010 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

The Mark Schwarzer speculation took up the entire summer. I thought the transfer rumors last summer regarding Brede Hangeland were bad. The Schwarzer stories were definitely worse, and more prevalent. As a fan it was difficult to see the potential of one of your players going to another team. Arsenal were definitely interested as they made a couple of bids for the Australian goalkeeper. In the end though Schwarzer did not leave this transfer window for Arsenal.   

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Ten Things I Think About Fulham Football Club

Last season every week I would post my ten thoughts that were on my mind regarding Fulham. Now that the transfer window is over I am bringing back the weekly post. There certainly is plenty of topics to choose from. Below are my " Ten Things I Think About Fulham Football Club". 


1. Fulham were fortunate to get a draw at Blackpool. Going into the match I thought this was a game that Fulham should win. Blackpool were just promoted up from the Championship. Ian Holloway's club really surprised me. They played to win with a very attacking style of football. Fulham fought back late in the game to get the draw.

Blackpool's Luke Varney was great, and almost led his club to a victory. Blackpool is not a team to take lightly this season.

2. Fulham have been aggressive so far on the road. In the two road games so far this season, Fulham have not sat back and played defensively. They came out in both games playing an attacking style on the road. This style was encouraging to see from Fulham. Even though they have two draws on the road, I have a feeling we will start to see some victories. Last year under Hodgson it seemed that Fulham played more defensive away from Craven Cottage.   

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Eidur Gudjohnsen Signs With Stoke City

Eidur Gudjohnsen photo via getty images

Eidur Gudjohnsen photo via getty images

I had this morning a post that Eidur Gudjohnsen was on the verge of signing with Fulham. Now, I have a story that he will be moving to a different team. According to the Daily Mail, Gudjohnsen has signed a loan deal with Stoke City for the year with his parent club Monaco. 

The story mentions that the Icelandic striker decided to go to Stoke City instead of heading to Fulham. Unfortunately, Fulham lost out on adding another striker before the end of the transfer deadline.   

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Paul Konchesky Leaves for Liverpool

Paul Konchesky photo via getty images

Paul Konchesky photo via getty images

It is has been confirmed by Fulhamfc.com that Paul Konchesky has left Fulham, and will be joining Liverpool and Roy Hodgson. In return for Konchesky, Fulham are getting Liverpool players Lauri Dalla Valle and Alex Kacaniklic as part of the deal. Fulham will also be getting cash as part of this agreement with Liverpool.

Lauri Dalla Valle is an 18 year old Finnish striker. He was with Liverpool since 2008. He has also played for Finland's Under 19 team.    

Alex Kacaniklic is a 19 year old Swedish left winger. He was with Liverpool since the summer of 2007.

I want to wish Paul Konchesky well at Liverpool. He was a quality defender for Fulham, and was a part of this great run for the Cottagers.

 

 

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Mark Schwarzer Will Not Be Leaving Fulham To Go To Arsenal

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - JUNE 13:  Mark Schwarzer of Australia kicks the ball in anger after conceding his side's fourth goal during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Group D match between Germany and Australia at Durban Stadium on June 13, 2010 in Durban, South Africa.  (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Laurence Griffiths - Getty Images

2 months ago: DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA - JUNE 13: Mark Schwarzer of Australia kicks the ball in anger after conceding his side's fourth goal during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Group D match between Germany and Australia at Durban Stadium on June 13, 2010 in Durban, South Africa. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Here is the latest information regarding Mark Schwarzer. According to Sky Sports, Mark Schwarzer will not be leaving Craven Cottage to join Arsenal before the end of the transfer window. 

The Schwarzer saga has gone on the entire summer. There is a possibility that Shay Given deciding to stay at Manchester City had an effect on Mark Schwarzer's future. Arsenal have made at least two bids for the Australian goalkkeeper. Again, according to Sky Sports, Mark Schwarzer will not be going to Arsenal to play at the Emirates before the end of the transfer window.  

   

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Cottagers Daily Rumor Mill: Latest Speculation Regarding Mark Schwarzer And Arsenal

MULDERSDRIFT, SOUTH AFRICA - JUNE 11:  John Travolta, Qantas Goodwill Ambassador poses with Mark Schwarzer of Australia as the Socceroos prepare ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, at Kloofzicht Lodge on June 11, 2010 in Muldersdrift, South Africa.  (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Robert Cianflone - Getty Images

2 months ago: MULDERSDRIFT, SOUTH AFRICA - JUNE 11: John Travolta, Qantas Goodwill Ambassador poses with Mark Schwarzer of Australia as the Socceroos prepare ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, at Kloofzicht Lodge on June 11, 2010 in Muldersdrift, South Africa. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Here is the latest update I have on the Mark Schwarzer saga. According to the Daily Mail, Arsenal have improved their offer to Fulham for Mark Schwarzer. The story mentions that Arsenal are reportedly making a bid of £4million for the Australian goalkeeper.    


The Daily Mail story also discusses that goalkeeper Shay Given has decided to stay at Manchester City. The Given situation could effect a possible move for Schwarzer moving to Arsenal and playing at the Emirates.

The Mark Schwarzer speculation with interest from Arsenal has gone on for most of the summer. One way or another it will be coming to its completion today. I will be following this story very closely as the transfer deadline comes to an end later today.  

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Cottagers Daily Rumor Mill: Fulham On The Verge Of Signing Eidur Gudjohnsen

Eidur Gudjohnsen photo via getty images

Eidur Gudjohnsen photo via getty images


Here is the latest speculation regarding Eidur Gudjohnsen. According to the Daily Mail, Gudjohnsen is planning to join Fulham and reject a move to Stoke.There have been rumors regarding this player and Fulham for almost two months.

Today is the transfer deadline, and I will be following this story closely. Gudjohnsen is an Icelandic striker,and will be turning 32 in September. His current club is Monaco. He is a former player of Barcelona and Chelsea. Last season he was on loan with Tottenham Hotspur and actually scored a goal against Fulham.

When more information becomes available regarding Gudjohnsen and Fulham I will have an update. There has been no official word from the team. 

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Rumor Mill Update: Goalkeeper Shay Given Decides To Stay At Manchester City

ATLANTA - JULY 28:  Goalkeeper Shay Given #1 of Manchester City saves a penalty kick by Daniel Montenegro (not pictured) #10 of Club America during the 2010 Aaron's International Soccer Challenge match at Georgia Dome on July 28 2010 in Atlanta Georgia.  (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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about 1 month ago: ATLANTA - JULY 28: Goalkeeper Shay Given #1 of Manchester City saves a penalty kick by Daniel Montenegro (not pictured) #10 of Club America during the 2010 Aaron's International Soccer Challenge match at Georgia Dome on July 28 2010 in Atlanta Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Here is the latest speculation involving Shay Given. According to the Guardian, Given has made the decision to stay at Manchester City. The article mentions that Given will not be going to Fulham.

The Shay Given saga could effect Mark Schwarzer, and his possible move to Arsenal. I will continue to monitor the goalkeeper situation with Fulham until the close of the transfer window. 

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