Another week, another transfer rumour. This time is Birmingham City’s Mario Melchiot who is being watched by Bolton boss, Sam Allardyce, with a view to sign him in January.
Melchiot, who usually plays as a right back, would add to Allardyce’s options in defence when rotating the team, which seems to be becoming a crucial part of Big Sam’s masterplan to do well in European and domestic competitions.
Mario is another player who is shortlisted to join The Trotters in January who has hopes of playing in The World Cup next year and by joining BWFC hope to raise their profile to lift their chances.
While Nicky Hunt is currently out until the new year but Joey O’Brien has done a outstanding job in the right back position, so some may argue if Melchiot is actually needed.
Well, his experience in Europe would be useful, having play in both The UEFA Cup and The Champions League for both Ajax and Chelsea. Also Mario enjoyed being part of Chelsea’s success in The Premiership, The FA Cup and Charity Shield back in 2000.
Mario has said, “every two minutes someone in the UK has a heart attack – only half survive.”
What does this have to do with his move to Bolton? Nothing. It’s just proof that Mario’s heart is in playing football in England!
Actually, Mario is one of the faces that helped launch the British Heart Foundation (BHF) ‘Feel the Pulse’ campaign.
He continued, “do your bit to help us keep hearts beating. Get your ‘Feel the Pulse’ wristband from BHF Shops now! I’m wearing mine.”
Indeed he is, as shown in the photo.
