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It's officially official: Sounders sign Obafemi Martins
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March 18, 2013
Sounders blaze new trail in acquiring Martins
Previously stated on the periphery the fact of the matter is that Seattle Sounders FC did something MLS clubs do not do - acquired a player that a team from a major European league did not want them to get.
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March 15, 2013
Video: Obafemi Martins meets Seattle media
Well, he's really here. Listen to what Obafemi Martins had to say about his journey and his new team.
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March 15, 2013
Sounders make Martins signing official
The Nigerian international comes to the Sounders with a resume quite unlike any previous MLS signee.
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March 15, 2013
Obafemi Martins eligible to play vs. Timbers
Just a little more than 24 hours before facing their biggest rival, the Sounders unveil what may be one of the biggest signings in MLS history.
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March 15, 2013
Obafemi Martins tweets he is on his way to Seattle
Another little energy boost from the Nigerian striker.
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March 13, 2013
Martins says he's staying in Spain to get Visa
Obafemi Martins says he's excited about joining the Sounders once his paperwork is all finalized.
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March 11, 2013
Sigi & Adrian caution deal not quite done
General Manager Adrian Hanauer was not willing to confirm an Obafemi Martins signing, but came quite close. Sigi speaks about what type of player Martins is.
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March 11, 2013
Obafemi Martins says he's signed with Sounders
Only thing missing now is an official confirmation from the Sounders.
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March 11, 2013
Levante confirms Martins' exit fee has been paid
Team has yet to confirm but all signs point to the Obafemi Martins' transfer saga coming to a positive result for the Sounders.
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March 4, 2013
Martins transfer full of international intrigue
Although Martins seems to want to make the move and the Sounders are still interested, there appear to be complications that are causing the delay.
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March 2, 2013
Martins seems to think transfer still alive
One way or another, it appears the Obafemi Martins-transfer saga will be settled next week, but Levante is telling reporters that the Sounders have dropped out of the bidding.
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March 1, 2013
Martins transfer reportedly on hold til Monday
There are no indications that the Sounders have ended their pursuit of Martins, but reports out of Spain suggest Levante is attempting to drag this out as long as possible.
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February 28, 2013
Martins: Transfer to Sounders almost done
Assuming there are no more complications, the final papers are expected to be signed on Saturday.
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February 27, 2013
Report: Martins & Sounders agree on contract terms
While the deal between Martins, Levante, Sounders and MLS is not done yet it is quite close according to Plaza Deportiva.
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February 26, 2013
Martins will join Sounders 'with a little luck'
Seattle Sounders GM/owner Adrian Hanauer spoke to a large media contingent after practice Tuesday at Starfire. During the conversation he talked on the record about the club's quest to acquire Obafemi Martins, which could happen soon.
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February 26, 2013
Report: Martins transfer to Sounders "imminent"
Via Terra.com we learn that Martins told Radio Cadena SER Valencia that he has a contract offer from the Seattle Sounders and could even leave Levante this weekend.
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February 25, 2013
Obafemi Martins' transfer fee reportedly 4 M$
According to one report Martins has a release clause set at roughly four million dollars. That isn't a lot of money for this club.
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February 25, 2013
Sounders official in Spain to woo Martins
The Obafemi Martins-to-Seattle rumors have picked up some serious steam.
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February 21, 2013
Inside source reportedly confirms Martins interest
According to Punch of Nigeria a source within the Sounders says they are pursuing Nigerian forward Obafemi Martins.
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February 19, 2013
Rumor: Obafemi Martins on Sounders short list
Former Serie A and English Premier League star Obafemi Martins is rumored to be on the Sounders FC radar. He hasn’t dipped much in form since his peak, as he plays for Levante in La Liga right now.