As long and massive Chelsea fan from the early 80ts i am diasappointed we may loose Carvalho it seems we are loosing all our Portuguse contingent since the special one Jose left. Being Portuguse myself i was so happy when the special one came to us, and bought the top Portuguse players with him and was very succsessful. When i read Ricky has a agreement with Chelsea to let him go i sometimes wonder do our players have this much power the answer yes!!. All i hope with our defencive injuries is that Carlo has plans to bring in David Luiz a perfect replacement for Ricki, or give Macciene his chance to establish himself not only has he come through our ranks he is still young and could really improve his game along side J T. Possible Chelsea and England Captain when J T retires.

Carvalho is a great player, and being a center back his age doesn't come into play. He plays a wonderful intelegent game.
Chelseas seems to be purging itself of their high salary's, so I can see him going. Real would seem the perfect fit as well.
Carvalho and Pepe would man the middle and Ramos would move out wide.

As for Portuguese players staying home to play, we can't have it both ways. The facts are that Portuguese clubs can't pay the salaries that are needed to keep these players. The TV, merchandising, and sales within the league is not high enough to maintain them.
Lets be happy that Portugal is well known throughout the world, in having world class players. Not too bad for a country of 10 million.

Carvalho is the top defender in world soccer. I hope that his wishes come true and that he joins Real Madrid and reunites with Mourinho. Real Madrid will be very lucky to have such a professional and talented player.
Best wishes Carvalho!! I'll be looking forward to watching you play.

It feels that with every passing day another player from Portugal , Portuguese or not ,is leaving Portuguese teams to play in some of the worlds best Football clubs.
Sounds like Portugal has become the breading ground for Great Footballers and a steeping stone to Europe for South American players.
The Portuguese Football clubs need to keep some of the good players and show the world that Portugal can compete wiht the greats of Real , Barca, Chealse and Man U.

A class act on the field and off, Carvalho is the true Captain of the Seleccao das Quinas.

Ricardo Carvalho is quite simply of the top players in World football. His technique, intelligence, bravery, and physical condition is first rate and his attitude and professionalism set the the bar very high for all aspiring international players. He goes about his work quietly without a fuss but always playing to the highest standards. Real Madrid and Sr. Mourinho will be very lucky to get him and Chelsea and Porto are i am sure very grateful for his tremendous service over the years. All the best Ricky, you are one of the best Portugal have ever had.