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Saturday 4th July

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Manchester United completed their shock move for Michael Owen on Friday evening by signing the former Newcastle striker on a two-year deal. "I agreed without a moment's thought. This is a fantastic opportunity for me and I intend to seize it with both hands," said the 29-year-old.
Sir Alex Ferguson added: "Coming to Manchester United with the expectations that we have is something that Michael will relish."
16-year-old Italian defender Alberto Massacci claims he is set to join Owen at United this summer: "I had an hour-long conversation with [Sir Alex Ferguson] in English. He seemed a humble person and nobody from the club made the pressure of an historic side weigh on my shoulders."
Cristiano Ronaldo has vowed to justify the 80million price tag that took him to Real Madrid: "I think that it's a fair figure. If Manchester United and Real Madrid agree this amount then there is nothing more to say. I will show that the money they are paying has been a good decision."
The agent of Inter Milan defender Maicon believes Real Madrid will make a move for the Chelsea and Manchester City target. "I think that Maicon will be the cherry on the Real Madrid cake," Antonio Caliendo said. "At the moment there's nothing but I believe the situation is destined to change.
The agent of reported Arsenal target Felipe Melo has revealed that the midfielder could leave Fiorentina this summer: "Melo's transfer is quite possible," said Claudio Pasqualin. "After all, the buy-out clause of 25million euros is accessible and if it was valid straight away I think that someone would think seriously about it."
Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish has returned to Anfield after accepting a senior role at the club's academy. "Rafa has made a very brave decision to revamp the academy," explained Dalglish. "There are lots of positive things happening here and there is a real feel-good factor around the place. It's fantastic for me to be a part of that."
Sunderland striker Michael Chopra has completed a 4million move to Cardiff City. He said: "I'm really glad it is all sorted and I'm excited and determined to gain promotion."
Former Blackburn Rovers manager Paul Ince has been re-installed as MK Dons manager. Ince left the League 1 side last summer to take up the reins at Ewood Park.

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In the Know

Michael Owen's single season at Real Madrid is generally considered a failure, but he scored a respectable 13 goals in 35 appearances. He therefore finished the campaign with the league's highest goals to number of minutes played ration.