The Galaxy's 2008 roster includes U.S. national team captain Landon Donovan, Guatemala national team captain Carlos Ruiz and former England national team captain David Beckham. So it was strange to hear Galaxy Coach Ruud Gullit on Saturday night talking about the "lack of leadership" on the field during the team's 2-1 loss to the New York Red Bulls.
Internazionale is reportedly preparing to upset Tottenham's designs on Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o by way of a monster bid. It is understood Barca were interested in offloading the Cameroonian only if they could get Spurs striker Dimitar Berbatov in a part player-exchange.
West Bromich Albion is set to sign on-loan midfielder Kim Do-heon on a permanent deal this week, according to his representative. The 25 year-old international didn't enjoy much playing time as the Baggies clinched promotion but he did enough to convince coach Tony Mowbray that he has a part to play in the Premier League next season.
Arsenal is lining up a bid for Barcelona midfielder Yaya Toure, according to reports. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger will be looking to bolster his options in central midfield over the summer following the departure of Mathieu Flamini for AC Milan.
Bolton Wanderers are reportedly preparing a summer swoop for Manchester City midfielder Stephen Ireland. Bolton will look to replace veteran midfielder Ivan Campo, as the 33-year-old will leave the Reebok once his contract expires at the end of the season.