'Vidal Not Suitable Scheme Conte in Chelsea'

Steve Nicol believes that Chelseado not need to bother trying to bring Arturo Vidal . 

Manager Antonio Conte called wanted to bring in new players in January and ready to recruit star Bayern Munich

 , he had handled at Juventus. 

The Sun claimed last week that Conte had met with the player's agent on Boxing Day, to discuss a possible transfer. However, Nicol calling Vidal will not be fit to play in the system implemented by the manager at Chelsea now. 

"I can not imagine it would happen. He's a great player, but I guess he did not fit in with what is done by Conte related to the Chelsea game now," said Nicol on ESPN . 

"He liked the two defensive midfielders who continue to maintain their areas, as Matic and Kante, so I can not imagine how Vidal would fit in there." 

"He does not play wide, so I think this transfer will not happen." 

Vidal joined Bayern from Juventus at a price of 33 million pounds in 2015 and he enjoyed a successful season debut in Germany, by winning three trophies. 

The figure of 29-year-old won three Serie A trophy together Conte, when both were at Juventus.

Kroos confident of Bayern stay

Bayern Munich's Toni Kroos is confident he will agree a new contract with the German champions, despite failing to do so in recent talks.
The Germany international midfielder was reportedly close to joining Manchester United in the January transfer window, with his deal at the Allianz Arena due to expire in 2015. 

While the 24-year-old conceded discussions with Bayern chiefs had not proved successful, he remained confident of his future at the club.

"Much has been written and there has been speculation, especially in the last few days, about my sporting future," he wrote on his official Facebook page. 

"But you shouldn't believe all that's in some newspapers. Fact is I am very happy to play for Bayern and my position in the team is very good.

"Fact is also that we couldn't agree a new contract but since it runs until 2015 this is not a big problem, and we will see what the future brings.

"My focus is on the sporting side of things and we will do everything possible to complete the season as successful as last season."

Kroos has been a regular feature under coach Pep Guardiola this season, making 18 Bundesliga and six UEFA Champions League appearances.

Neuer happy with draw

Bayern Munich keeper Manuel Neuer is confident after his side were drawn against Juventus in the Champions League quarter-finals.

Bayern made difficult work of their second-leg last-16 tie with Arsenal in midweek when Arsene Wenger's side fell just short after winning 2-0 at the Allianz Arena, they were knocked out on away goals 3-3 on aggregate.

German international Neuer believes that they will be able to get a result against Antonio Conte's side, who will travel to Munich for the first leg of the quarter-final meeting in the first week of April.

The Bianconeri comfortably saw off Scottish side Celtic in the last round to book their place in the pot, but they will face tough competition from the side that sit top of the Bundesliga.

"The Italian teams are always very organised," he told the UEFA website. "But we have what it takes to get through to the semi-final."

Ribery targets treble with Bayern

Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery has urged his team-mates to remain focused as he has set his sights on winning three trophies this term.



The Bavarians currently hold a 17-point lead over second-placed Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga table, while they beat Dortmund 1-0 in midweek to book their ticket for the semi-finals of the DFB Pokal.



They also recorded a 3-1 away win over Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 tie.



"It's going brilliantly in the Bundesliga and hopefully that's how it will continue, but there are still a lot of games to go. We need to stay focused," Ribery told the official Bundesliga website.



"There are two other titles up for grabs as well - the DFB Cup and the Champions League."



The France international stressed he is happy to work hard for the team, but added that he needs a certain freedom in order to shine.



"I need to do my share of the defensive work, for sure, but when I’m on the ball, I make an intuitive decision on whether to pass, play a long ball or shoot," he said.



"Our former coach Louis van Gaal always wanted me to follow precise instructions. I just said: 'Let me play my game, that won't work, it's crazy'. I had my own philosophy - anything else just isn't Franck Ribery.



"It's great now with Jupp Heynckes - and it's working."



Ribery has been in sublime form this term, netting five goals and nine assists in 18 Bundesliga appearances.

Rumours: Luis Suárez to Bayern Munich?

Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has indicated that he would be open to offers from Bayern Munich next summer.



Suarez has been one of the best players in Premier League this season and at times he has almost single-handedly carried Liverpool on his shoulders. The Uruguayan international has scored 18 goals in the league so far, in 26 appearances, and is the second highest scorer behind Robin van Persie. His brilliant form has attracted attention from big clubs across Europe, amongst speculation that German giants Bayern Munich are interested in him.



Now the striker himself has fuelled the speculations now in a statement that he would be willing to listen to Bayern Munich next summer.

"If Bayern Munich makes an offer I would certainly be willing to listen and think about it."

"It doesn’t mean I will definitely leave, it just means that I will not automatically reject other clubs."

– Suarez was quoted in press.



The above statement could certainly be a thing to worry about for the Liverpool management and fans. The striker, who was brought to the club after Fernando Torres was sold to Chelsea, has been their most influential player this season.



Bayern Munich are set to undergo a busy summer next season with Pep Guardiola set to take over at the German capital. The players who are unlikely to fit into Guardiola’s style of play are likely to sold over the summer and reports suggest that Mario Gomez would fall in that list. The former Barcelona manager has already listed down his primary transfer target for next season and Suarez is said to be at the top of the list.



The 26-year-old striker reportedly has a £36 million buy-out-clause in his contract and if the German giants matches the amount with a bid Suarez will have a big decision to make. The fact that Liverpool might be without European football next season, could influence Suarez’s move. Till then the Kopites will have to hold their breath in anxiety.

Bayern, PSG and Atlético secure cup wins

FC Bayern München and Paris Saint-Germain FC still harbour hopes of a treble following cup victories while Club Atlético de Madrid are through to the Copa del Rey final.



German Cup

FC Bayern München's impressive campaign continued as they triumphed 1-0 over Borussia Dortmund to reach the German Cup semi-finals. Already 17 points clear of Dortmund at the Bundesliga summit, and 3-1 ahead of Arsenal FC in the UEFA Champions League round of 16, Bayern maintained their cup aspirations thanks to a thunderous first-half effort from Arjen Robben. Daniel Van Buyten, Dante and Mario Mandžukić all went close to adding another with second-half headers, though Julian Schieber also missed an excellent chance to equalise in added time.



In the day's other quarter-final, VfB Stuttgart won 2-0 against VfL Bochum 1848 thanks to goals from Christian Gentner and Vedad Ibišević.



French Cup

Paris Saint-Germain FC remain on course for a domestic double after their second victory against Olympique de Marseille in four days. Zlatan Ibrahimović opened the scoring on 34 minutes and secured the victory from the penalty spot 19 minutes after the break.



Elsewhere, UEFA Europa League contenders FC Girondins de Bordeaux needed a shoot-out to squeeze past fourth-tier Raon-L'Étape and reach the French Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2008. The Ligue 1 side trailed 2-1 in extra time and were seven minutes away from elimination before Cheick Diabaté took the game to spot kicks, Bordeaux winning 5-3.



AS Nancy-Lorraine were also given a scare by lower-league opposition but extra-time goals from Benjamin Moukandjo and Thomas Ayasse ensured they progressed at the expense of fifth-tier AS Des Minguettes Venissieux. FC Lorient had no such trouble against Stade Brestois 29 with Jérémie Aliadière scoring twice in the final 20 minutes of a 3-0 win.



FA Cup

Chelsea FC set up an exciting FA Cup quarter-final tie against Manchester United FC thanks to a 2-0 win at Middlesbrough FC. A deflected effort from Ramires broke the deadlock six minutes after the break before Victor Moses put the result beyond doubt with a simple finish 17 minutes from time.



Spanish Cup

Club Atlético de Madrid will face Real Madrid CF in the final after completing a 4-3 aggregate success away to Sevilla FC. Already 2-1 up from their home leg, Atlético put the tie out of reach within half an hour as Diego Costa (6) opened the scoring and Falcao's clinical finish made it 2-0. Jesús Navas (39) gave the hosts slight hope but they had to wait until second-half added time to level through Ivan Rakitić, the goal sandwiched in between red cards for home pair Gary Medel and Geoffrey Kondogbia. The final will take place on 18 May.

Bayern rule out Neymar move

Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness has cooled any speculation that the club will be making a move for Brazilian star Neymar.

The 21-year-old is regarded as one of the hottest prospects in world football, with a number of top European clubs already involved in a tug of war.

The German outfit have seemingly ruled themselves out of any such battle for the Santos player's signature, though, with Hoeness revealing they are not interested.

Bayern broke the German transfer record last summer when they secured at €40 million deal for Athletic Bilbao's Javi Martinez, but the club president has made it clear they will not be splashing the cash this time round.



"I do not think that in the next few years we will buy a player that is more expensive than [Javi] Martinez," he said.

Heynckes: 'More to come from Bayern Munich'

Bayern Munich manager Jupp Heynckes has insisted that there is more to come from his side after they extended their lead at the top of the Bundesliga.



Bayern beat Werder Bremen 6-1 to extend their lead to 18 points, with second-place Borussia Dortmund playing tomorrow.



The 67-year-old was keen for Bayern to continue their momentum and admitted that Bremen being reduced to ten men helped his team.



"The team needed something to find their rhythm and with the two goals, we had a cushion," Heynckes told reporters.



"Then came the red card and, against ten men, we were able to pass the ball around easily.



"The team did well and scored good goals. We wanted to keep our momentum and not be swayed by any premature praise. We want to play even better than before and be more successful."



Heynckes will be leaving Bayern at the end of the season, with the club having agreed a deal for Pep Guardiola to take over in the summer.

Ibrahimovic: If I go to Germany, it's to Bayern

Sweden's star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he can imagine moving to Germany's Bundesliga, and Bavarian giants Bayern Munich, in an interview with a German football magazine.

"Sure, the Bundesliga would appeal to me," said the 31-year-old Paris Saint Germain frontman. "One day, perhaps. I still have a bit of time left. Obviously, if I go to Germany, then I go to Bayern Munich. For me they are in the top five clubs in the world."



Ex-Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has signed a three-year deal to take over as Bayern coach on 1 July and it seems unlikely Ibrahimovic will be heading to Munich anytime soon after the pair failed to see eye-to-eye during the Swedish striker's single season at Barcelona.



Having played for the likes of Ajax, Juventus, Inter Milan, Barcelona, AC Milan and now PSG, Ibrahimovic said he is always interested in new places. "I've lived in five countries, in Sweden, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain and now in France. I got to know the people and the culture. This has shaped me," he added.

Schweinsteiger: It's not over yet

Bastian Schweinsteiger helped Bayern Munich edge towards the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals but warned the job is not yet complete.

Last night's 3-1 win over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium means Bayern have a handsome advantage ahead of the home leg on 13 March. After receiving his third booking in this season's competition, midfielder Schweinsteiger will be suspended when Arsenal visit the Allianz Arena.



That means the Germans will be without a star man, but goals from Toni Kroos, Thomas Muller and Mario Mandzukic have put Bayern in control of the tie. Schweinsteiger appreciates that, but says there can be no slacking at this stage.



"We really got going well, especially in the first 30 minutes, when we let the ball and our opponents do the work," Schweinsteiger said. "We were ruthless, especially in terms of taking our chances, but the third goal was vital too."





He said on Bayern's official website: "We mustn't underestimate Arsenal, they have some very good players, and we'll have to give it 100 per cent in the return. Arsenal aren't just dropping by as tourists. It's a good result, but it's not over yet."

For midfielder Kroos, there was disappointment that Bayern did not leave London with a clean sheet.



Kroos said: "We were outstanding for very long spells against a top European club. There was a phase just before and just after the break when Arsenal got at us, but you'll never entirely prevent that.



"They failed to create clear-cut chances, but it hurts to let in a goal, and it shouldn't be happening."

Schweinsteiger: 'Arsenal are tough'

Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger has admitted that he is anticipating a tough battle against Arsenal next week in the Champions League.

The German has said that the Gunners are "hard to play against" and his teammates will have to be at their best to knock the Londoners out.



"We didn't celebrate when we heard we'd drawn Arsenal," Schweinsteiger told the club's official website.



"They're hard to play against. They have a long tradition, but they're not a typically English team."



Bayern are currently 15 points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.

Dante reveals Neymar interest

Bayern Munich centre-back Dante has admitted he has spoken with Santos striker Neymar regarding a move to the Allianz Arena.

The highly-rated forward has been linked with a move to the Bundesliga frontrunners, along with the likes of Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona.

Whilst on international duty with Brazil, Dante has revealed he spoke to Neymar regarding a move to Bayern, as the defender hopes his Samba Boys team-mate will join the Bavarian outfit.

He told Sky Sports: "I told Neymar there is nothing better than Bayern Munich.

"I said it would be a great club for him."

Thursday's round up of the top transfer stories

- Chelsea target Neymar could follow Pep Guardiola to Bayern Munich, according to reports in Spain.



- Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed the club are ready to battle Manchester United for Crystal Palace prodigy Wilfried Zaha.



- Arsene Wenger insists Arsenal are prepared to spend big this transfer window – and has expressed an interest in Napoli’s Edinson Cavani.



- Everton have lodged an £8.5m bid for Toulouse midfielder Etienne Capoue, according to sources in France.



- QPR’s hopes of adding Real Madrid defender Ricardo Carvalho to their growing squad have been hit by the Spanish club’s injury list.



- Galatasaray have revealed the size of the offer accepted by Inter Milan for Wesley Sneijder, with £6.2million the going rate.



- Newcastle United and Sunderland target Moussa Sissoko will today decide whether or not to accept an offer from Marseille.



- Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has cooled talk of a move for Leeds striker Luciano Becchio.



- Wigan have signed goalkeeper Joel Robles on loan from Atletico Madrid until the end of the season.



- Wigan midfielder Shaun Maloney has signed a new two-and-a-half year contract at the DW Stadium, the Barclays Premier League club have announced.



- Sunderland have made a bid for Swansea City's Danny Graham



- Manchester United have suffered a transfer snub after Pescara star Juan Fernando Quintero revealed his intention to move to Inter Milan.



- Manchester United's Federico Macheda could be about to join Stuttgart on loan, with an option to make the move permanent.



- Manchester United are considering a bid for Real Madrid midfielder Angel Di Maria as a possible replacement for Nani, according to Fichajes.net.



- Man Utd have once again sent scouts to watch Benfica defender Ezequiel Garay in action, according to the Daily Mail.



- Reading striker Gozie Ugwu has agreed to join League One strugglers Plymouth on a one-month loan deal.



- Southampton winger Jason Puncheon has revealed he hopes to win a new deal at St Mary's.



- Stoke boss Tony Pulis would not be drawn on the future of striker Kenwyne Jones after confirming that midfielder Maurice Edu will spend the rest of the season on loan with Bursapor.



- Victor Valdes' representatives have told Barcelona he will not consider extending his stay at the club.



- AC Milan have admitted to being in talks with Real Madrid regarding the possibility of taking Kaka back to Italy on loan.



- Palermo President Maurizio Zamparini has stated that his club are nearing closure on a deal for veteran Chievo shot stopper Stefano Sorrentino.



- USA international Graham Zusi admits he is still waiting to hear from West Ham if he will be handed a permanent contract at Upton Park.



- Pascal Chimbonda could follow in the footsteps of Thierry Henry, David Beckham and Robbie Keane and become the next Premier League export to move to the MLS.



- Christian Eriksen, who has been linked with Liverpool and Tottenham, looks unlikely to leave Ajax this month, according to his agent.



- Ajax outcast Miralem Sulejmani is finally ready to leave the club and move to Benfica - having failed to earn a dream move to England.



- Celta Vigo striker Iago Aspas, who has been linked with a move to Chelsea, could be on his way to Valencia, according toCadena Ser.



- Schalke general manager Horst Heldt has not ruled out selling players this month amid talk Lewis Holtby could make his move to Tottenham during the current transfer window rather than in the summer.



- Marseille are desperate to find a replacement for new QPR man Loic Remy - and they have set their sights on West Ham striker Modibo Maiga.



- Lyon have rubbished speculation linking playmaker Yoann Gourcuff with a move to Arsenal.



- Celtic have signed midfielder Tomas Rogic on a four-and-a-half-year contract from Central Coast Mariners.



- New Blackburn boss Michael Appleton has warned West Ham they will have to up the ante if they are serious about signing defender Martin Olsson.



- Walsall have rejected a bid from Bradford for captain Andy Butler.



- Crystal Palace boss Ian Holloway has confirmed his interest in DJ Campbell, but he faces competition for the QPR striker.



- Leeds United youngster Dominic Poleon has signed a new deal with the club.



- Nottingham Forest have sacked long-term boardroom members Mark Arthur, Frank Clark and Keith Burt.



- Nottingham Forest are lining up a move for Millwall striker Darius Henderson.



- Huddersfield Town are leading the race to sign Bradford City's exciting young striker Nahki Wells.



- Port Vale have announced that the club have signed former Sheffield Wednesday left-back Daniel Jones following his release from Hillsborough.



- Flamengo announced their fourth signing of the 2013 season in the shape of former Corinthians centre-back Wallace on a four year-contract.

Guardiola will be Bayern coach

Pep Guardiola will become Bayern Munich manager in July, having agreed a three-year deal with the Bundesliga giants.



Former Barcelona coach Guardiola was confirmed as Bayern's next coach on Wednesday.



Current Bayern coach Jupp Heynckes remains in his post until the end of this season, when 41-year-old Guardiola will take over on a contract until summer 2016.



Bayern chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said: "Pep Guardiola is one of the most successful coaches in the world and we are sure that he can make not just Bayern, but all of German football shine."



Guardiola will take over at the German giants on July 1, with Heynckes' contract running out on June 30.



The Spaniard announced last April he would be leaving Barca when his contract ran out at the end of the 2011/12 season and would be taking a year-long sabbatical from the game.



A host of clubs had been linked with the Spaniard since he left Barca, including Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea in England, Italian giants AC Milan and big-spending Paris Saint-Germain.



However, Bayern recently emerged as favourites to capture Guardiola's services and confirmed on Wednesday afternoon they had got their man.



Guardiola replaced Frank Rijkaard at Barca in 2008 and during his four years at the Nou Camp he led the Catalan giants to 13 trophies, making him the most successful coach in the club's history.

Bayern Munich announce Kirchhoff signing

Bayern Munich have secured the services of Jan Kirchhoff from Mainz on a free transfer at the end of the 2012-13 season.



The centre-back has an expiring contract with his current club, and will sign a deal with the Bavarians until June 2016.



"We are very pleased that such a young and talented Under-21 international has made the decision to join Bayern," chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge told Bild.



The 22-year-old had also caught the attention of Borussia Dortmund and Schalke, but has opted to continue his career at the Allianz Arena instead.



"Kirchhoff is a rough diamond. I am very happy that he comes to Bayern and has opted to accept the challenge," sporting director Matthias Sammer added.



Kirchhoff came through the ranks of the Eintracht Frankfurt youth academy, before joining Mainz in 2007.