‘Do you think Cesc Fabregas will leave Arsenal soon?’ Goal.com UK readers tweet their questions…

It’s coming towards the ‘business end’ of the season, and fans are wondering where their team will finish, what they might win, and what players will be heading in or out of their club through the revolving doors of the transfer market.

Our chief correspondent Wayne Veysey was on hand to answer a variety of questions with Manchester United and Chelsea’s huge encounter and Arsenal’s inability to add to their trophy case being key topics of conversation, as well as plenty of talk of summer transfer targets.

Read below to find out more…

@OhioV1 – Will Tottenham sign a centre back? If so – who? (apart from Simon Kjaer)

Wayne Veysey – Spurs have a lot of centre-backs, even without King and Woodgate. Only if Bassong and/or Gallas leave will they sign another.

@wandile32 – Henry spoke about his desire for an Emirates return. Do you think that could happen?

WV – Henry to return to Arsenal? As a player? No. As a coach? No. As a manager? No. As an ambassador? Possibly.

@lfc080907 – What new players can you see at Liverpool in the summer??

WV – I anticipate Liverpool being very busy once again. Four or five new signings – mainly young with re-sale value.

@nawaro14 – Why did Arsenal lose £2.5 million?

WV – Arsenal’s loss was partly caused by staggering of home games. Also, weak(ish) commercial activity and decrease in property sales.

@djpitan – What are the chances of AC Milan winning in London?

WV – Without Pirlo, I think Milan have only a small chance. Spurs will score at least once and go through.

@3adool94 – Who do you think will finish in EPL top four?

WV – To be consistent in my predictions: Manchester United, Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea (in that order).

@GeraldMalvin – Which one do you think will be more productive for Liverpool, Luis Suarez or Andy Carroll?

Wv – If you’re counting productivity in terms of goals, I believe Suarez will be more prolific for Liverpool.

@Philwfc – With Martin Kelly out for a month, will there be a recall for konchesky? I hope
not.

WV – Two chances of Konchesky being recalled by Liverpool – none and zero.

@seunguadri – Why is the English FA not using the “Head to Head (Home and Away)”rule in the EPL as they have in La Liga instead of goal difference?

WV – Not FA’s decision – it’s the Premier League as they govern the league. Reason? To encourage more goals.

@keerthi_pr – Will Man United sign Kaka this summer?

WV – I doubt it. Kaka is too expensive, too injury prone, and Brazilians don’t have great track record in EPL.

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@OhioV1 – Could Jose Enrique go to Liverpool or will they give Wilson a chance?

WV – Liverpool want Enrique and Newcastle already considering replacements. Will not affect Wilson, though. He is a centre-back by trade.

@shodbs – Any updates on Tom Huddlestone and Gareth Bale’s return to Spurs team?WV – Bale has returned to training and should be back against Wolves. Huddlestone – mid-March.

@SenorFais – Any possible Fabregas replacements for Arsenal?

WV – Nasri and Ramsey. I don’t believe Arsenal will go out and buy another playmaker.

@biyasbayu – Who deserves Fergie’s place after he decide to retire?

WV – Only three or four coaches in world have pedigree to succeed SAF. I think Mourinho will be next Manchester United boss.

@toysinfact – Who do you think will win the Copa del Rey final?WV – Barcelona – just, and I expect it will be far tighter than the last Clasico.

@arsenal4ever2 – Do you think Arsenal will spend big and offload a lot of players? 

WV – While Wenger manages purse strings, Arsenal will never spend massively but I expect three senior signings.

@Philwfc – Do you think Torres 1.will start tonight and 2. get his first goal for Chelsea?

WV – 1) yes, 2) very possibly. Torres looked brighter against Copenhagen and United will be wary of him.

@Jace_QPR – Do you belive QPR will “splash the cash” if they get to the Premier League?

WV – No, I don’t. The current QPR regime have been fairly cautious & I don’t expect that to change.

@Buhazza3_95 – Do you think Andy Carroll will succeed in Liverpool?

WV – If success is scoring 15 goals a season & proving an able focal point for the new-look Liverpool team, then yes.

@Chukhher – What do you think about thr big game today? Who would come out on top?WV – Chelsea win or low-scoring draw. Torres is improving and I think Vidic might be Fernando-ed tonight.

@biyasbayu Which striker tottenham should buy?

WV – Tottenham should – and will – go all out to buy a young but proven goalscorer who can lead the line – like Llorente.

@KamalSyahSharif – If video evidence can be use, why not charge Wayne Rooney with unprofessional conduct?

WV – As the rules stand, a yellow card would have been right punishment for Rooney. Video evidence is not being used properly yet.

@DieHardArsenal – Hello Wayne, what can we, Arsenal fans, be hopeful for this season? The Carling Cup final defeat was shocking but can we bounce back?

WV – I think the Carling Cup final defeat was hammer blow but players can bounce back, definitely. Underdog status in CL & EPL will suit Arsenal.

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@loidee10 Do you think Arsenal players can get on well after they lost in the Carling Cup final?

WV – Some Arsenal players get on, some don’t. Remember, there is huge cultural mix in dressing room, which fosters cliques.

@Alvandez – What about Eden Hazard going to Arsenal next summer??

WV – Not at the price Lille have been quoting for Hazard – no chance.

@efanzainal – What positives point Liverpool get for this disappointing season?

WV – Liverpool have new owners who are listening to the fans and a better manager than one they started season with.

@MarcusAHiggins – Do you think Fabregas will leave AFC soon? No trophies = move, finally winning a trophy = finish with Gunners on a high? Lose/lose?

WV – I think Fabregas will leave Arsenal this summer and join Barcelona if they make a proper offer.

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@AK28041997 – Is it true Rooney will leave for Real in the summer?

WV – Seems a bit fanciful at this stage. Would Real even want Rooney the way he is playing for United?

@hsudibyo – Any rumour regarding the summer transfers for Chelsea? Any marquee Bosmans?

WV – Chelsea have been more likely to sell marquee Bosmans (Cole, Ballack) than acquire them.

@bellohamzat – Do you think Real Madrid stand a chance of winning a title this season?

WV – Real are hanging in there but I can’t see them taking Barcelona’s crown.

@Russ_Goldman – Do you think Mark Hughes will be at Fulham long term or will he use the club as a stepping stone for a larger club?

WV – When Hughes gets a better offer, Fulham fans won’t see him for dust. Sadly.

@MattW180 – Who will Real Madrid sign this summer?

WV – Good question. Llorente and Aguero are among Real Madrid’s top targets.

@Cleoslick – Do you think with the Chelsea formation, placing Anelka and Toress ahead of Drogba is the best way?

WV – For the moment, yes, but I believe Drogba has a lot to offer still & can have a big role during run-in.

@khollzkay – How soon is Antonio Valencia gonna be back!!!!!

VW – I believe Valencia is back training and will play for the reserves soon.

@loidee10 – Why didn’t Arsenal lift the Carling Cup?

VW – Arsenal suffered mental frailties, too much reliance on unproven players, Rosicky over-promoted and lack of leadership.

@Dami_0620 – Which players do you think Man Utd should sell and which ones should they buy during the summer?

VW – Sell – Brown, Carrick, Release – Hargreaves, Owen. Buy – A brilliant playmaker like Aguero or a midfield general like Huddlestone.

@General_Deekay – What is wrong with Balotelli?

WV – Where do you start? Balotelli’s problems seem psychological and emotional as much as physical. There are doubts about his professionalism.

@AniketCP – Which realistic targets are Chelsea looking at for the next window?

VW – Chelsea have been in regular touch with Anderlecht about 17-year-old striker Romelu Lukaku. A move could even be tied up unofficially soon.

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@ROSASed – What player should Arsenal be looking at to make the squad more stronger, and why?

Arsenal should target an established goalkeeper to work alongside Szczesny, like Ajax’s Stekelenburg, who they are seriously considering.

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