James Richardson's paper round-up
James is back with highlights from the top European newspapers ... and BildJames RichardsonAndy GallagherMatt Hall guardian.co.uk |
Hatem Ben Arfa refuses to let Nigel de Jong visit him in hospital after horror tackle
Hatem Ben Arfa has rejected Nigel de Jong's attempts to visit him in hospital after suffering a double leg break in tackle. telegraph.co.uk |
Two NESV officials join Liverpool board
• David Ginsberg and Michael Gordon join as club directors• John W Henry unable to travel to game because of illnessTwo senior officials of New England Sports Ventures (NESV) have been appointed as members of the Liverpool board and will be at Anfield tomorrow for the match against Blackburn.David Ginsberg, one of NESV's two vice-chairmen, and investor Michael Gordon have been appointed as club directors and will be at the match alongside the new co-owner Tom Werner.John W Henry, the principal owner of NESV, is unable to travel to the UK this weekend due to illness. Henry said: "Sunday promises to be a special day at Anfield in more ways than one. I'll be watching the game from home and although I have only been here for a few days, I already miss Anfield."We are hard at work setting a course for the future including the search for a chief executive officer. I wish the club and the fans all the best for the match against Blackburn."The Boston Red Sox chief operating officer, Sam Kennedy, will also be part of the NESV delegation at Anfield tomorrow.Liverpoolguardian.co.uk © Guardian News & Media Limited 2010 | Use of this content is subject to our Terms & Conditions | More Feeds guardian.co.uk |
Portsmouth future looks brighter as Sacha Gaydamak reveals deal to save club close
Portsmouth near salvation as lawyers representing Sacha Gaydamak reveal agreement with club to be signed tonight. telegraph.co.uk |
Global Soccer: 3 Modern Soccer Gods and One Bad Apple
Lionel Messi, Andres Iniesta and Cristiano Ronaldo are a pleasurable contrast to the supposed player power exhibited by Wayne Rooney and his manipulative agent last week. feeds.nytimes.com |