Olof Mellberg
- Date of Birth: 3 September 1977
- Birthplace: Gullspång, Gullspång, Sweden
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Aston Villa to bid for Upson
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is putting the finishing touches to a £12 million offer for West Ham defender Matthew Upson, according to reports in England this morning. The defender had been linked with a move to Man City.
Kallstrom to Olympiakos?
Lyon midfielder Kim Kallstrom has been linked with a shock move to Greek side Olympiakos this summer. Olympiakos have already signed Olof Mellberg and Matt Derbyshire, and now are ready to bring in the Swede.
Aston Villa for Lucas Neill
Aston Villa are now ready to make an official offer for West Ham's want away defender Lucas Neill. It is understood that Martin O'Neill is desperate to bring in proven Premiership quality defenders after the loss of Olof Mellberg to Juventus.
Mellberg ready for Spain test
Sweden and Juventus defender Olof Mellberg is wary of the threat that Spain will bring as he prepares for the weekend's Euro 2008 game. Spain and Sweden both sit comfortably at the top of their group.
O'Neill keen to add to squad
Martin O'Neill has decided that he would like to add a few players to his squad this summer. The Aston Villa boss is reportedly in the market for a defender to replace Olof Mellberg, and may have to replace Gareth Barry should he decide to leave.
Villa close in on Justin Hoyte
Aston Villa are reportedly close to sealing a deal for Arsenal defender Justin Hoyte. Martin O'Neill is a long term admirer of the right-back, who will reportedly join the Villains for around £3 million.
Lagerback names Euro squad
Sweden coach Lars Lagerback has now named his 23 man selections for the Euro 2008 squad in Austria and Switzerland. There are a total of five players from the Premiership in the squad.
Aston Villa destroy Birmingham
John Carew and Ashley Young both grabbed a brace as Aston Villa stormed to a superb 5-1 victory over Birmingham City at Villa Park. Birmingham now have three games to save their Premiership status. Ashley Young was simply outstanding in front of the watching England boss Fabio Capello.
Aston Villa to sign defenders
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has revealed that he could be in the market for defensive cover during the summer. Olof Mellberg is heading out of the club to Juventus, and the Villa boss is keen to make sure the club make moves to replace the Swedish defender.
Mellberg wants strong finish
Aston Villa defender Olof Mellberg is hoping that the club put in a strong finish as they continue to challenge for a fifth placed spot in the Premiership. Villa have been one of the Premiership's most improved sides this season under Martin O'Neill - and Mellberg hopes they continue the trend before he leaves for Juventus.
