Transfer Talk : Tiago and Almiron

Clubs queue for Juve outcasts
Tuesday 8 January, 2008

Press reports suggest that Juventus have rejected a £9m bid from Tottenham for Tiago Mendes as Sergio Almiron is between Olympiacos and Torino.

Portuguese midfielder Tiago hasn’t managed to settle in Turin and has received harsh criticism from sections of the Bianconeri faithful.

Having been linked with a number of European sides over the last two months, he poured cold water on speculation that he could call an early end to his time in Italy and stressed that he wants to earn a place at Juve.

However, certain Press sources insist that Tottenham are still keen to lure the former Chelsea man to the Premier League and have offered around £10m.

As the Old Lady allegedly line up a £10m deal for Liverpool’s Mali-born midfield ace Mohamed Sissoko, the future for Tiago looks less than bright and he could still be persuaded to find a fresh challenge.

Meanwhile, another summer flop Sergio Almiron could be headed for the exit door.

The Argentine star arrived from Empoli in the summer, but like Tiago has failed to make his mark.

Recent reports state that Juve refused to loan the frustrated midfielder to Inter, prompting the Nerazzurri to turn to Maniche.

Greek outfit Olympiacos are said to be amongst Almiron’s new suitors and have £5m ready for a summer swoop, but Torino are believed to be ready to offer an option closer to home.

(channel4)