Simao deal collapses

Unfortunately no deal could be struck with Benfica for the signing of Simao. They wanted 20 million euros and we were only prepared to offer 18 million. This was unacceptable to Benfica and they pulled the plug on the deal.
This is yet another blow for us in a frustrating summer transfer wise.
It's not all doom and gloom though as we have signed a great 'keeper in Reina and a potential superstar in Sissoko. And we are the European Champions!
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