Javi Martinez – The Engine In The Bayern Munich Team

Yesterday’s article on my top 10 favourite players in world football is the inspiration behind my three video blogs. As I’ve probably said too much about Aaron Ramsey (I can’t help it really), I will choose three other players from my list and I’ll start with Javi Martinez.

Can Tottenham Be Stronger Without Gareth Bale?

The impending news of Gareth Bale’s transfer to Real Madrid is the worst kept secret of the past month. Although numerous reports have been denied by Daniel Levy, Florentino Perez and the player himself, it would be remarkable if he actually ended up playing for Tottenham this season after all the speculation. If, then, the news that we are all expecting to hear is finally announced to the world and made official, what would be the best way for Spurs to reinvest the money and which positions require the most attention?

Is There Trouble In Monaco?

Now that Monaco have failed with their appeal regarding tax benefits, and therefore must comply with French law and income tax rates – will they end up having to sell star players that only a few weeks ago had signed contracts, because of the promise of huge wages and a project that was going to be the envy of the football world?

What Can Scott Parker Offer Fulham?

After Tottenham‘s shopping spree landed them Paulinho and Etienne Capoue this summer, they decided it was time to ship Scott Parker on to a new club. Fulham duly picked him up the England midfielder. But what can the 32-year-old offer his new employers, and does he have a realistic chance of making it to the World Cup in Brazil?