Rosell to discuss Fabregas

New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell is planning discussions with the club's current hierarchy as they attempt to maintain momentum in the pursuit of Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas.

Rosell is set to succeed outgoing Barcelona president Joan Laporta in two weeks' time after scooping a significant majority in the Spanish champions' elections on Sunday.

Laporta and Rosell have not always seen eye-to-eye, but the two embraced after the elections and the latter is now expecting a smooth transition period as he prepares to take full control at Camp Nou.

Top of Rosell's list of priorities is to meet with Laporta and Pep Guardiola before the manager goes on holiday in four days, with the bid to sign Fabregas set as a main topic of discussion.

"When we get together, Laporta will explain at what stage the Cesc situation is at," said Rosell.

"If negotiations are advanced and the coaching staff want the player, we will continue with the negotiations, without doubt.

"Until 1st July we can't do anything (as Laporta and his team remain in charge for two more weeks), but if they need help then we will be the first to give it."

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Ingla announces Fab dream

Barcelona presidential candidate Marc Ingla admits he dreams of being the man to unveil Cesc Fabregas at Camp Nou.

Ingla will take the top post at the Catalan giants on Sunday if he emerges victorious in the club's elections.

Should he be handed the reins, finalising a deal for Arsenal skipper Fabregas will be top of his priorities.

Barca have been tracking their former youth star for some time and have made no secret of their desire to bring the 23-year-old home.

Ingla hopes an agreement can be reached in the near future, giving him the opportunity to present the Spain international to a delighted fanbase.

"Cesc is a marvel, as is (David) Villa," he told Sport in a digital interview with readers of the newspaper's online version.

"My only worry is paying over the odds, but I confess that my dream would be to unveil Cesc as president.

"If he comes, I am convinced that Cesc will soon become the number one choice in his position."

Suitable

While determined to seal Fabregas' signature, Ingla has made it clear that Barca will not be held to ransom by Arsenal, with one offer having already been snubbed.

"Anything between 25 and 35 million euros would seem suitable," he said.

On the possible departures of striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Yaya Toure, Ingla said he would trust the judgment of Barca's coaching staff.

"Whatever the coaches decide will be fine by me," he said.

"We won't interfere in technical issues - that's down to (coach) Pep (Guardiola) and (sporting director) Txiki (Begiristain)."

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Silva attracting interest

Valencia president Manuel Llorente has admitted that the club have received a number of approaches for star midfielder David Silva.

Premier League trio Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City have all been strongly linked with the Spain winger, while Barcelona and Real Madrid are also rumoured to be chasing the 24-year-old.

Los Che have recently sold one world class player in the form of David Villa, and Llorente has conceded that Silva also has plenty of admirers.

"Yes, some clubs have asked about David Silva," he said.

"This is normal because he is one of our key players and a Spain international. However, this subject is closed until the end of the World Cup.

"If we do receive a formal offer we will study it and decide what is best for the football club."

Cash-rich Manchester City are reported to have initiated a meeting with Valencia in the hope of signing him for around Ј30million.

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Forlan eyes Prem return

Atletico Madrid striker Diego Forlan has admitted he would be interested in a move back to the Premier League.

Forlan had an unsuccessful stint with Manchester United earlier in his career, when it took him eight months to score his first goal for him the club and he left after just two-and-a-half years.

However, he has gone on to become one of the most feared forwards in the game since switching to Spain in 2004, enjoying a prolific three-year spell with Villarreal before joining Atletico.

Forlan helped fire Atletico to Europa League glory last season and has been tipped to dazzle with Uruguay at the World Cup this summer.

A series of good performances at international level will only fuel speculation that has already surfaced about his club future, with Forlan now hinting that he has unfinished business in England.

The 31-year-old maintains that he was happy at Old Trafford and would be willing to return to the Premier League if an agreement could be reached that suits all parties.

Offer

"If there is an offer and it's good for Atletico and good for me I would be really happy to go back to England. But it will have to be good," he said.

"If a big chance to return to England came up, I would have to look at it. I loved my time in English football - the people, the fans, the football, everything.

"I wasn't sad the way it ended at United to be honest. I was really happy during my time there and thank the people at United for how they treated me.

"During my period there I learnt a lot of things and had a good relationship with everyone. The reason I left was because I didn't have the chance to play as regularly as I wanted.

"Now I have the chance to play regularly the way I wanted and I am really happy I'm doing that."

Fergie praise

Forlan has also paid tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson for the way the Manchester United manager looked after him and helped his development.

"The way he treated me from the first time I arrived at Manchester was great," he explained.

"He was waiting for me in the stadium, took me to the hotel and showed me the facilities at the training ground. I really appreciated that.

"In private he is a very nice person and I have a lot of good memories of Sir Alex. He spent a lot of time with me and he taught me a lot of things."

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New Barca deal for Pedro

Spain international Pedro has signed a new contract with Barcelona that will keep him at Camp Nou until 2015.

The 22-year-old forward proved himself a prolific scorer for Pep Guardiola's side last season, netting 23 goals in all competitions.

He became the only player ever to have scored in all six major tournaments in one season as he found the back of the net for Barca in the Primera Division, Copa del Rey, UEFA Champions League, World Club Cup and the Spanish and European Super Cups.

Tenerife-born forward Pedro, who is set to represent Spain at the World Cup when it gets under way this week, took time out from his preparations to extend his contract with Barca president Joan Laporta on Wednesday.

The Catalan club confirmed that Pedro, who scored his first international goal in a friendly against Poland on Tuesday, has been granted a large pay rise and his release clause, formerly set at €75million (Ј62m), has gone up to €90m (Ј74.5m).

He said: "Thanks to this news I will be much more relaxed as I travel to South Africa, and even more excited."

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Silva concentrating on World Cup

David Silva has admitted there is interest in him from England, but insists at the moment his thoughts are only with Spain.

The Valencia winger is in high demand with Manchester City believed to be leading the chase ahead of rivals Manchester United and Chelsea.

Valencia sold David Villa to Barcelona earlier this summer, leaving Silva as their prized asset, but he could also be allowed to leave as the club remain in a precarious financial position.

Weekend reports suggested City were ready to step up their interest, but Silva refused to comment on any specific interest.

"My future right now is with the international team and I do not think beyond that," he told Superdeporte .

"I am devoting myself to training ahead of the World Cup - that is the most important thing, nothing else."

Silva did admit that Valencia would decide his future.

"The club is in a difficult situation but we did well to get into the Champions League, which was important.

"I have a contract signed up to 2013 and I do not have any problems with the club, I have heard about the interest from the Premier League - but any questions will be answered by my agent and the club."

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Valencia swoop for Soldado

Valencia have completed the signing of Getafe striker Roberto Soldado on a four-year contract.

Despite their perilous financial state, Valencia have decided to splash some of the cash generated by the sales of David Villa and Nikola Zigic with Soldado thought to have cost in the region of €10million.

Having scored 16 league goals last season many will expect the 25-year-old to ease the goalscoring burden left by Villa.

However the former Real Madrid youngster points out that he is his own player and insists he has not been brought in to replace anybody.

"I come to Valencia with all the enthusiasm in the world," he told the club's official website .

"I'm not here to replace anyone. I'm here to do my job."

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