Whites talking with investors World Soccer Shop

Championship outfit Leeds United have confirmed they are in talks with an unnamed group of potential investors.

Leeds: In talks with investors

Speculation has been mounting since the weekend that the club could be the subject of a possible takeover, while it is understood discussions took place in Leeds last week.

A club statement read: "Further to media reports on Tuesday morning, the club can confirm that talks are taking place regarding investment for the long-term future.

"The club has always publicly stated that it would welcome potential investment, but has maintained a belief whereby the quality of the investor is the most important factor in terms of the long-term development of Leeds United. No further comment will be made at this stage."

Canada-based Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE), owners of NHL ice hockey franchise Toronto Maple Leafs, have been mentioned on internet fans' forums, but it has been reported the company have denied any involvement in last week's meetings.

Source : http://soccer365.com//news/european_news/general/17358/whites_talking_with_investors

Swans buck Rodgers' Reds link World Soccer Shop

Swansea chairman Huw Jenkins says reports that Brendan Rodgers will meet Liverpool to talk about the vacancy at Anfield are "pure speculation".

Rodgers: Swans claim talk is 'pure speculation'

Although Rodgers had previously stated his intention to remain with the Swans, having already turned down the chance to speak with Liverpool, it appears the Reds have not given up on the hope of talking to the Northern Irishman.

Reports have suggested the Reds are set to contact him this week but Jenkins told BBC Sport that was just "pure speculation".

Source : http://soccer365.com//news/european_news/general/17300/swans_buck_rodgers__reds_link

Pizarro happy with Roma return

David Pizarro has dismissed speculation linking him with former club Udinese, insisting that he wants to finish his career at Roma.

The 32-year-old midfielder, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Manchester City where he helped them win the Premier League title, is out of contract next summer and has been linked with a return to the Friuli.

“I will return to Roma,” Pizarro told the Gazzetta dello Sport. “I am happy to come back to the Giallorossi to end my playing career.

“I still have a year left on my contract and the loan to City was just a six-month deal. My wife and I want our third child to be born in Rome, so we won’t be moving again.

“I spent six splendid years of my life in Udine. Now they have another Chilean, Mauricio Isla, who deserves a great career.

“I want to be clear, I am staying at Roma, or at least that is my intention. In the future I’ll return to Chile with an important role in football, though I won’t become a coach.”

Pizarro left Udinese for Inter in 2005 but moved to Roma after just one season at San Siro.

Source : http://www.soccernews.com/pizarro-happy-with-roma-return/95375/