Chelsea, who have been on a buying spree since American owner Paulie took over, are reportedly going to have to clean up their act within the month to meet the financial fairness targets. Chelsea are in a hurry to get rid of their stock, and Manchester United and Arsenal are ready to take advantage of the low prices. Sources said United's first bid of 40 million pounds (about HK$396 million) was rejected, while Arsenal are also looking to buy German international Xavier Schärvis.
Manchester United's Tan Haag sees Mason Monty as the main target of his acquisition, and since the English star has only 1 year left on his contract, Chelsea will be forced to let him go, but the Blue Warriors are asking for a transfer fee of 70 million pounds (about 693 million Hong Kong dollars). According to The Sun, Manchester United knew Chelsea was waiting for money, so their first offer was only 40 million pounds, but Chelsea rejected it instantly, and the news indicated that Manchester United was preparing to make a second offer.
