Javier plans a come-back to the Argentine national team.


After scoring his second goal for Real Madrid, former FC Barcelona striker, Javier Saviola has revealed why he left Barca. Saviola, who was out of favour in the Blaugrana, left amid complaints of dessertion from the Barca team officials. Saviola said:

I left Barca because I wanted to come back into full flight soccer action in the international scene. If I continue to play well, I will return to the Argentine national team. I want to return to the national team. I couldn't play in the Copa América, but I would like to return soon. I was a member of the team for a long time and I would like to play for it again.
In Real madrid, I feel I have a better chance to do that.

Saviola then revealed he had always loved Real Madrid, saying he was attracted to Madrid when fellow Argentine compatriot, Jorge Valdano was in charge of affairs at the Bernabeu, and when players like Argentine star, Fernando Redondo was the backbone of the Spanish side.

The 25-year old Argentine, who had earlier denied reports from this site that he was bound for Real Madrid, hoped to achieve his aspirations at his new club and to come back into active duty for his home country soon.

Javier Saviola's Real Madrid move now through.


FC Barcelona's talented goalscorer, Javier Saviola has reportedly agreed to join Barca's arch-rivals, Real Madrid on a free transfer. Bernd Schuster, the new coach of Real Madrid says that Madrid will hope to exploit the anger inside Javier Saviola as the 25 year-old Argentine striker left Camp Nou an unhappy man, stating he wasn't being given enough playing time at the Catalan club. Saviola is eager to prove that he is still one of the best strikers in the La Liga. Schuster says:

The Madrid fans were happy when Saviola's signing was announced. The fact that Saviola has a point to prove to his former club is a good source of motivation that will work in our favour.

Speaking on the transfer of Saviola, Schuster says :

The deal for Saviola was completed before I came to Madrid but opted to announce it as I have assumed duty here. Saviola is a youthful player, strong and good at goal scoring. He has a lot to offer.

Javier Saviola, who was voted the South American Footballer of The Year in 1999, came to real global limelight after setting a new FIFA age-group soccer competition record by scoring 11 goals including two hattricks in one tournament, being the FIFA U-20 World Cup hosted by Argentina in 2001. Saviola has scored 68 goals for Barcelona, the club he joined after the Youth World Cup, having played for Argentine club River Plate, where he scored 44 goals in 86 appearances.

Villarreal´s coach Manuel Pellegrini wants Barcelona striker Javier Saviola to enforce his attacking line during the winter transfer period.
With Turkish International Nihat and Antonio Guayre out for the long term, Pellegrini is looking for a cover and a player to challenge Diego Forlan and Jose Mari. Villarreal coach Pellegrini explained:

Saviola's situation, not being able to play, is bad for football. I don't know the reasons why he isn't playing for Barcelona, but he is a player of great quality who would succeed anywhere he goes.

Villarreal is looking for a loan deal and this would suit als Javier Saviola, who will negotiate a Bosman free transfer in the summer. saviola only plays a minor part in Frank Rijkaards plans and will only be selected as cover for injured players or in the Copa del Rey competition.

Javier Saviola had his 25th birthday on Monday while in Japan for the FIFA Club World Cup. Saviola was born on December 11, 1981 in Buenos Aires and Saviola: with the age of 25 years, one of his dreams is coming true, an appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup, a tournament that is taken especially seriously by South Americans.
Saviola spoke to Barça TV and feels that Barca is favourites to win the title.


Barca TV: Have your team mates wished you happy birthday?


Saviola: As always, some people don't know about it, but then someone comes along to wish me well, and they start finding out. But tonight when we go for supper they will all know and will come and say happy birthday.


Barca TV: Have you had any presents?


Saviola: Not yet, I'm still waiting, but I don't mind if I don't get anything. It's more important just to be here with everybody.


Barca TV: And that is the best gift of all?


Saviola: You always want to spend your birthday with your family and friends, but there is something at stake here and knowing how things are going for us, I'd say it is great gift. We have to play a good World Cup and Barça will always be going for the top.


Barca TV: How is the injury?


Saviola: I am improving a lot. I will be training with the group while we are here and trying to get fully fit. I feel fine, I feel comfortable, and am waiting to see how things develop.


Barca TV: It is pleasing to see that the team is winning despite the injuries, isn't it?


Saviola: When the injuries started coming people speculated about signing new players, whether the team was going to miss the injured players We have always said that in a squad where there is so much individual quality it is very difficult to make it better. The important thing is that the boss has substitutes and that can and is helping the team.


Barca TV: What does the Club World Cup mean to an Argentinian?


Saviola: It means a lot. The whole world is watching. And with Barça in it, the people will be watching more than ever. But we are just as excited and focused on winning. For the club and for us as individuals it is something very important.


Barca TV: Can you compare this to the League or the Champions league?


Saviola: No. They are two very different things. We know how important they are, but the others are much longer competitions, they take more effort. Here it is two games. It is important to win, but the other two are more important.


Barca TV: Are Barça favourites to win the World Clubs Cup?


Saviola: Yes, Because of the club and the institution, Barça will always be favourites. But we should not underestimate anybody. Any of them can put pressure on us. We need to go into it with the right mentality and with all of our lights switched on.


Barca TV: Effects of "Jet Lag"?



Saviola: We are all a bit dizzy, and that lasts two or three days. That's just the way it goes and we just have to get focused.

FC Barcelona striker Javier Saviola twisted his ankle when scoring the 3-0 against CF Baadalona in the Copa Del Rey Match in Camp Nou on Wednesday night. "EL Conejo" Saviola was not able to train yesterday but should be able to join the team training session at La Masia again today. Saviola should be fit to appear against Real Zaragoza at the weekend.