Villa close on Norwegian

[Mighty T.A.L.]

Aston Villa are reported to be closing in on the signing of Norwegian international defender Brede Hangeland.

It is believed that Martin O'Neill has moved to the front of the queue to land Hangeland from FC Copenhagen despite interest from a number of clubs, including Newcastle.

Villa look like making room for Hangeland's possible arrival by allowing Liam Ridgewell to leave and he has held talks with Second City rivals Birmingham City.

Ridgewell's departure would pave the way for another defender to come on and the prime candidate is now Hangeland.

Agent arrives in England

Hangeland's representative Jim Solbakken has flown to England and admits he is in talks about his charge.

"Brede is one of the reasons I am here," Solbakken told Stavanger Aftenblad upon his arrival.

Source: Skysports

Good defender who has developed a lot in the last year.

[barracuda]

When I saw the thread title I seriously though David Villa had found a new Norwegian GF

Good signing btw

[Mighty T.A.L.]

GF as in gayfucker?

[andy villa]

il be honest, i dont know a great deal about him apart from the fact that he is tall...

any info tal?

is he quick? is he good with his feet? etc..

what are his strengths and weaknesses?

cheers...

[barracuda]

Originally Posted by Mighty T.A.L.

GF as in gayfucker?

If that's the first thing that comes to your mind on that acronym, I think you need some help