Squeaky Clean History Tarnished As Dirty Past is Revealed

In what appears to be the start (and spark) of major controversy, a video clip has emerged which allegedly portrays newly signed LPFC recruit Daniel Costa and current team mate Squeak Psarras in a physical altercation. It is not yet known whether the feud erupted into anything further but it is confirmed that the incident occurred over a year ago – which raises questions as to whether this year’s squad can work together effectively.

Unsurprisingly, Costa will become the focus of media attention for the off-field drama due to his new-boy status. The Pilli Blog recently received a phone call from an anonymous inside source who explained - ‘the team dynamics worked perfectly before Daniel arrived, but now everything seems like its going down hill. Personally I would compare it to the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. I would even go so far as to say that Armageddon is coming.’

While it appears Psarras and Costa have reconciled – working well during recent training sessions - the videos resurrection may possibly rekindle the flames of a past inferno. It remains to be seen how the players will react to this potentially disastrous threat to the squads 2010 season ambitions.

To watch a clip of the massive brawl copy the following URL:

http://i442.photobucket.com/albums/qq148/qurked8/SqueakVSCosta2.gif

OFFICIAL: Costa, Fletcher, Versitano put pen to paper

Lilli Pilli FC U21's have wrapped up their summer transfer spending with a significant coup of three players - an established Scotsman, Fletcher, and two highly-rated youngsters - Daniel Costa and Jackson Versitano. Fans will be delighted to hear of the new signings after months of tedious negotiations - reportedly during which Fletcher almost defected to an unknown team. Details remain hazy as to how much the signings have cost the club, but reports from News of the World and The Sun suggest Fletcher was recruited via the Bosman Ruling after his fomer club, Bundeena Mainbar, refused to let the player leave, while Costa and Versitano where brought over for a hefty combined fee of £13.5 million pounds + Nicholas Mellios.

Currrently, there have been no official comments from the players agents or the players themselves, though LPFC's official website has confirmed the aquisitions - 'We are delighted to welcome the likes of Daniel Fletcher, Daniel Costa and Jackson Versitano to our club.'

While fans are expected to welcome the signings with open arms, questions remain as to how the current squad will adapt and reshuffle to accomodate the new members.

Rai-muny Sutton

Former Pilli star and Berrie Dome favourite Raimundo Sutton has stated his reasons for his departure - some of which may upset fans of his former club. When questioned about the move, Sutton replied 'Well first of all - money was a major deciding factor - I honestly felt I was being grossly underpaid for a player of my calibre. Secondly, I didn't like claydons attitude - quite frankly it was ridiculous. He was always in a comittment battle between his beloved work (McDonalds) and the team. I don't know how the other players put up with him'

As of how Sutton felt with the threat of this years newest team members, he replied with a sly smile 'what threat?'. It is now up to the new transfers to prove Sutton wrong.

Report - LPFC to swoop for international threesome?

Reported by Rob Bairner

Scottish midfielder Daniel Fletcher, Ivorian defender Daniel John-Costa and young Icelandic prospect Jackson Versitano have all been linked with Pilli U21’s – not to mention a whole cluster of other Shire clubs. Inevitably, reports that a deal has been struck with Pilli for the much-rated threesome, have surfaced and it is rumored all that is missing are the player's signatures.

According to News of the World, the players could make the switch to the Berrie Dome in the coming days, with LPFC officials remaining silent when questioned about any additional transfers in the works.

“We can do it, but only if it makes sense to us, and to the three players,” Coach Dan Anderrson is quoted as having said to the publication.

Former LPFC star and now turned Magpies player Raimundo Sutton added positive comments when questioned over his potential successors, explaining, “If Lilli Pilli are smart, they would invest in such young and rare talent.”

Another possible reason for the move is the fact that, sadly, Chilean ace Damien Fonseca has previously found gaining match fitness to be a headache – constantly battling injury. Hence a short term solution in the form of Fletcher had cropped up – as the player is known for his box-to-box move ability, making a move for the Scottish talent tempting.

Having seen a move for Brazilian forward Vagner Love fall through, Lilli Pilli would certainly seem to have the funds available for the proposed transfers. They face competition primarily from England based clubs Accrington Stanley, Morecambe United, Fulham and Ipswich – who are all keen to sign wing-back John-Costa after his impressive campaign at the African Cup of nations for Ivory Coast. It would seem a deal is in place, and only the players signatures are required to make the move official. Which will be reported first and...only...on here – 'The Pilli Blog' - your premium LPFC blog.