Top Five transfer destinations for Hulk – Portuguese Primeira Liga Special
Givanildo Vieira de Souza, or popularly known as Hulk, is one of the most prolific and exciting players in the Portuguese league. But according to reports, he may leave Porto in search of greener pastures.
Bettor.com analyzes the top five destinations the Brazilian can turn to.
5. Tottenham
The London-based club were a fairytale adventure in the UEFA Champions League before their exit at the hands of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Real-c30728 Madrid. In order to return to Europe’s elite competition they must sign quality players and they have shown keen interest in luring Hulk
to White Hart Lane.
Pros: Playing in arguably the best league in the world alongside players the likes of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Gareth-Bale-c14422 and Rafael Van Der Vaart will be a huge boost in the Brazilian’s profile. And he will be able to lock horns against world
class opposition week-in, week-out.
Cons: The lack of Champions League football will be one of the key reasons why Hulk could reject a move to Spurs.
Stumbling Block: €100 million transfer fee and high wages
4. Manchester United
Playing for Manchester United is an honour which few players receive, but Hulk could be one of them, as the Red Devils are looking to win a 20th English title and mount a challenge on the Champions League.
Pros: While playing with game greats such as http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ryan-Giggs-c31985 is an added attraction, the Selecao International would be able to consistently challenge for honours at the highest level with United.
Cons: With the likes of Valencia and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ashley-Young-c6813, waiting on the Wings, Hulk will find it difficult to break into the first team, at least in the early goings.
Stumbling Block: United would not invest €100 million on an asset that would end up sitting on the bench.
3. AC Milan
The Italian giants recently overcame opposition in Serie A to claim their 18th title but the Rossoneri have lacked quality depth in the squad to build on their European conquests. Silvio Berlusconi is now reportedly targeting Porto’s mercurial
attacker to lead his team forward.
Pros: AC Milan are right in the top when you count the amount of silverware in their trophy cabinet. And while their history is rich, so is the current scenario in which they are regularly fighting for glory on all fronts.
Cons: With the manager re-shuffling the squad every other match, to keep all the players fresh, Hulk may not get enough opportunities to shine.
Stumbling Block: €100 million price tag
2. http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Chelsea-c38786
The former Tokyo Verdy man would relish the opportunity of re-joining his former coach and mentor, Andre Villas-Boas, at Stamford Bridge and the London giants are also reportedly eyeing Hulk as the missing jig-saw piece in their team.
Pros: The prospect of working under the ‘New Special One’, again, while challenging for silverware against the cream of Europe could prove too tempting for the 24-year-old.
Cons: Chelsea have a habit of firing their managers at the slightest hiccough and if Villas-Boas departs, it would not bode well for http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Hulk-c16436.
Stumbling Block: Even with the financial muscle of a Russian oligarch, the Blues would not be willing to cough up €100 million for the Brazilian, when they can acquire his teammate http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Radamel-Falcao-c30276 for a much smaller amount.
1. Manchester City
Unlimited financial power, check. Upcoming force in European football, check. The perfect match for Hulk! Manchester City ticks all the boxes for the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Kawasaki-Frontale-c39683 man’s number one transfer destination.
Pros: The resurgent City are backed by the Abu Dhabi group and have become a force to be reckoned with and under the guidance of Roberto http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Mancini-c23323. With the Sky Blues, Hulk could earn enough money to last a lifetime and play
alongside illustrious company in the Premiership and the UEFA Champions League.
Cons: The only obstacle facing Hulk and his dream move is the fact that the Manchester outfit are busy chasing other targets.
Stumbling Block: None.
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