Barca victory against Bayern Munich

A wonder goal from Lionel Messi gave FC Barcelona victory in the inaugural Franz Beckenbauer Cup against Bayern Munich and Mehmet Scholl received a hero's send-off in his final game for the German club.The Argentinian played his first pre-season game for the Blaugrana and netted a stunning winner in the second half of a game that also saw Gaby Milito make his debut. Scholl was substituted early in the second period and was able to say farewell to the fans after calling time on his career by enjoying a lap of honour while the game continued behind him.While Bayern were able to use the game to maintain their fitness levels after starting their league campaign at the weekend, Frank Rijkaard was able to test tactics and players as part of his pre-season programme. Despite being a friendly, the game was intense and played at a quick pace as both sides looked to break down each other's stern defence. The visitors opened with Henry, Ronaldinho and Samuel Eto'o up front together and it was the French international that spurned the best chance of the half for his side. After beating the Bayern offside trap, Henry saw his first effort saved by Oliver Kahn and he then steered the rebound wide of the post.Deco coming on to toe-poke wide from outside the area before Milito made his first appearance in Blaugrana colours when replaced Lilian Thuram in the centre of defence. Ribery drove over from 25 yards and Altintop could not resist one more drive from distance that flew just wide, while Henry headed wide after being picked out by Dos Santos at the other end.Messi volleyed home the only goal of the evening with a shot that flew past Michael Rensing and into the net via the far post.

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West Ham capture Dyer

Kieron Dyer has completed his move from Newcastle to West Ham after the two clubs finally reached an agreement. The deal, believed to be in the region of £6m, was revived and completed two weeks after Hammers boss Alan Curbshley said it was "definitely off .Newcastle boss Sam Allardyce claimed the original deal collapsed after the Hammers refused to pay an escalated fee of £8m for Dyer. The two clubs have now settled on a fee, believed to be in the region of £8million, leaving Dyer available to make his West Ham debut against Birmingham on Saturday. The England midfielder had looked set to join The Hammers earlier this month after announcing he wanted to leave St James' Park to be closer to his family.Dyer, who has signed a four-year deal, will be reunited at Upton Park with a number of former Newcastle team-mates. "If you look at his history over the last couple of years he missed a lot of games with his hamstring - but once he got it sorted, he played 33 games and scored eight goals."He also played for England against Spain, Brazil and Andorra - so he is a current England international, and we are delighted to have him on board."

Manchester United complete Tevez signing

Manchester United have finally completed the signing of Argentine striker Carlos Tevez. after the Premier League ratified the deal. The drawn-out transfer has now been concluded after a two-year loan deal for the Argentine was cleared by the Premier League. Tevez has moved to Old Trafford after spending last season with West Ham United and has been waiting to finalise his switch. The 23-year-old had become a free agent when his agent Kia Joorabchian paid former club West Ham a £2m settlement.Tevez is eligible to play against Reading on Sunday but the striker is not yet match fit.The champions have confirmed the striker is now an official member of the squad after training with the club this week."Manchester United is delighted to announce that Carlos Tevez has been registered as a member of its first-team squad by the Premier League," read a statement on the club's official website. Tevez is eligible to play against Reading on Sunday but the striker is not yet match fit.Sir Alex Ferguson admitted earlier on Friday that his latest signing has been pencilled in for his debut in the local derby with City next weekend. His first game is likely to be the derby at Manchester City on Sunday 19 August. Manager Sir Alex Ferguson said: "Carlos has surprised us. We thought he would need more training but he looks in great shape. "It's difficult to assess, if you are putting someone in a derby game they have to be spot on because it is always a frenetic game. But once we get the clearance and once we know he can play we will make the decision easily."

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Alves keen on Chelsea

Daniel Alves insists that Chelsea have made an offer for his services and he is now waiting for Sevilla to accept. The Brazilian, who can play at full-back or as a midfielder, made it clear that he would move to Stamford Bridge if given the chance. The 24-year-old has been linked with a £20million switch from Sevilla to Stamford Bridge. "It's a wonderful opportunity and I don't want to let it pass," said Alves, whose agent has spoken to several European clubs. "My agent has been in England for some time handling the offer made by Chelsea and that is really what interests me."This is a wonderful chance for my career and I want to take advantage of it. In the four years I have been here I've given my best. "I have behaved very well during my years here, so I am just asking Sevilla to behave as well - it is a necessity they look at the offer which has arrived. He added: "We've been looking at Chelsea's offer for a while and that's the one that interests me." "I am not looking to leave Sevilla in a bad way, but I have already said I want to play for a European giant and take advantage of what is going my way at the moment."Right-back was a problematic area for Chelsea last season, with Paulo Ferreira, Geremi and Lassana Diarra filling the slot at various times.

Sunderland completes Gordon move

Sunderland have smashed the British transfer record for a goalkeeper by completing the capture of Hearts' Craig Gordon. The 24-year-old Scotland international has signed a five-year deal, with the Black Cats paying up to £9m for him. Roy Keane's side and is now in line to make his Premier League debut against Spurs this weekend. Keane could not be happier with Gordon's capture and says the 24-year-old will be an asset for The Black Cats for many years to come. "I'm delighted that we've managed to sign Craig," the Irishman told the club's official website. "He's a top goalkeeper and he will be a massive asset for us over the next few years," manager Roy Keane told the club's website. It is understood that Sunderland, who fought off competition from Aston Villa, will pay an initial £7m. The Tynecastle club will receive a further £2m, following a certain number of appearances. And the deal overshadows the £7.8m Manchester United paid for Fabien Barthez in 2000. Gordon trained with the Black Cats earlier this week and had agreed to travel to Villa for talks, but Keane has persuaded him that his future lies at the Stadium of Light.Manchester City were also keen on talking to the player but missed out. "I could not turn down a chance to play in the English Premier League," Gordon told the Hearts website.