Pavlyuchenko would be a great signing for us, reveals Chelsea boss Hiddink

09 April 2009 14:59
Guus Hiddink claims Tottenham Hotspur striker Roman Pavlyuchenko would be a good signing for Chelsea and claims the Russian's power and dynamism can add to his front line. [LNB]And he criticised Spurs boss Harry Redknapp for leaving the Russian striker on the bench in recent games. [LNB]His comments, to a Russian journalist after Chelsea's 3-1 Champions League victory against Liverpool, appeared in the Moscow media yesterday. [LNB][LNB] Favourite: Roman Pavlyuchenko has received praise from Chelsea's Guss Hiddink[LNB]'Pavlyuvenko is capable of reinforcing Chelsea's attacking line, toadd both dynamics and power,' he said, according to Svobodnaya Pressanews agency.[LNB]'It's true that I used to call him a Sleeping Giant - but since hemoved to Tottenham he started thinking on the pitch much faster and nowplays better.[LNB]'It's a pity that Spurs keep him on the bench. I would never dothat. Such a talented footballer as Roman should play as often aspossible.[LNB]'I think that Pavlyuchenko would be a good signing for Chelsea.'[LNB]Asked if a Champions League victory might lead him to rethink hisintention to leave Chelsea at the end of this season, he said: 'No.Whether we win it or not it won't affect my decision. I want toconcentrate on the Russian national team.'[LNB] Blue Murder! More misery for Benitez as Gerrard is crocked in Chelsea routLiverpool 1 Chelsea 3: Ivanovic is the head honcho for Hiddink's heroesCHELSEA FC

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