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United seal surprise Owen switch Michael Owen has completed his move to Manchester United FC with Red Devils' manager Sir Alex Ferguson saying the 29-year-old "is a world class forward with a proven goalscoring record".
Allofs builds for Bremen's future Werder Bremen general manager Klaus Allofs told uefa.com his side were "very proud to be participating in the first Europa League" as he looked ahead with confidence after last term's German Cup win.
Franco and Keita join Galatasaray Galatasaray A? have completed the double signing of goalkeeper Leo Franco from Club Atlético de Madrid and Olympique Lyonnais winger Kader Keita, with both agreeing three-year contracts.
Chelsea snare young striker Sturridge UEFA Champions League group-stage contenders Chelsea FC have increased their attacking options by signing Manchester City FC's 19-year-old frontman Daniel Sturridge on a four-year contract.
Europe lures Marcano to Villarreal New Villarreal CF defender Iván Marcano said the prospect of playing European football was one of the crucial factors in his decision to make a reported EUR6m switch from Real Racing Club.
FIFA.com looks ahead to the last day in Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay, and at the crucial games set to take place in Brazil, Chile, Japan and the USA.