Quick Hits....

"I respect that Arsenal don't have the same financial opportunities as the others, but it was part of my decision to leave that I find it hard to see Arsenal winning the Premier League or Champions League in the near future" – MF Cesc Fabregas, who recently transferred to FC Barcelona, on his opinion that his former club, Arsenal, can no longer compete financially or on the pitch with other elite EPL teams (GOAL.com, 9/15).

"I do believe we will see Rangers making a trip there to highlight the American factor, but it's cynical to suggest the signings are intended largely to act as a rallying call to American fans" – Marc Chaplin, who runs a fan site for the Scottish Premier League club, on the team having three U.S. players on its current roster (NYTIMES.com, 9/15).