Di Canio Resigns As Swindon Boss

 

  Paolo Di Canio has resigned as manager of Swindon Town, claiming his position had become "untenable",and cited " a number of broken promises".

  The former West Ham forward claimed that he considered his resignation over a week prior to last Friday's meeting with the prospective new owners. Following these discussions he says he decided to stay on as manager, only to make a U-turn over his decision after discovering the deal was still yet to be confirmed by both parties.
  The club has responded by putting coach Fabrizio Piccareta in temporary charge of the club.
   In a statement the club said, "We are also disappointed that the sale of the Club has yet to be approved, but we hope the outstanding issues with the Football League will be resolved within a short period of time."
   The 44-year-old Italian was appointed Swindon boss in May 2011, and secured their promotion to League One, becoming League Two champions in the process, in his first season in charge. The former West Ham, Celtic, and Sheffield Wednesday striker thus far steered Swindon to sixth this season in England's third tier.

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Ramadel Falcao Happy To Stay Put

 

  In demand Atletico Madrid star Ramadel Falcao, has voiced his own opinions on his future, amid media speculation linking him with a move elsewhere.

 The 27-year old Columbian international has attracted the attention of Europe's elite, with Premier League champions Manchester City being among the favourites.

  However in a recent interview, the in-demand forward spoke of his decision to move to Spain, 18 months ago, and of how he intends to stay, seeing it at his best option.
  "I have a contract with Atletico for three more years, therefore that's the best option," he told El Mundo Deportivo.
  "I have come to one of the big clubs in Spain, in a very important league that is more well-known on the world stage than any I was in with my previous clubs," he added.
  "It has allowed me to grow as a footballer, to become known in other parts of the world. It has been a very positive step."
  It seems that for now, Falcao is currently happy with life in Madrid, with his Atletico side four points above rivals Real, yet trailing Barcelona by 12 points. La Liga has been good for Falcao, presenting him the stage upon which to raise his profile to superstar level, but you wonder if the club can afford to turn down the bids they may receive for the forward.