verlaine1979 Posted 25 June, 2015 Share Posted 25 June, 2015 Yeah, I heard about that. He will have to be VERY good though. If he turns out to be very good, but still not quite good enough for Barcelona, I wonder if there's a clause that prevents them buying him back for what is presumably a fairly low fee and then selling him on immediately? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 25 June, 2015 Share Posted 25 June, 2015 Are they? Who's paying that?? A Chinese team apparently close to announcing Paulinho for about 12m. Capoue to Watford has been suggested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 25 June, 2015 Share Posted 25 June, 2015 Interesting news about this Ian Cathro chap, just appointed as McClaren's assistant at Newcastle. Fair to say until five minutes ago I'd never heard of him but looks like he's had a pretty decent career trajectory up to now. A 28 year old Scot who has been already an assistant in Portugal club football and then at Valencia, who finished fourth this year. Impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorgiesaint Posted 25 June, 2015 Share Posted 25 June, 2015 Interesting news about this Ian Cathro chap, just appointed as McClaren's assistant at Newcastle. Fair to say until five minutes ago I'd never heard of him but looks like he's had a pretty decent career trajectory up to now. A 28 year old Scot who has been already an assistant in Portugal club football and then at Valencia, who finished fourth this year. Impressive. He has done very well for himself in Portugal & Spain, coming back now for family reasons I believe. The BBC did a piece on him late last year giving a bit more background for those interested. http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/29463560 Be interesting to see how he and Paul Clement get on (although having taken very different jobs in coming back to this country). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 Bournemouth sign Mings confirmed. Very good signing for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 Bournemouth sign Mings confirmed. Very good signing for them. Massively overpriced though, and a LB isn't going to keep you up! Already planning for relegation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 Massively overpriced though, and a LB isn't going to keep you up! Already planning for relegation. That's a good signing for htem, not sure how or why that is planning for relegation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 That's a good signing for htem, not sure how or why that is planning for relegation. He's a championship level player. He's ok. FWIW, I hope they stay up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 He's a championship level player. He's ok. FWIW, I hope they stay up. He's exactly the same profile as Clyne when we snapped him up from Palace. Young, highly rated, lots of potential. A very good signing for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 He's exactly the same profile as Clyne when we snapped him up from Palace. Young, highly rated, lots of potential. A very good signing for them. & he's young & English - he will be worth double in 6 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 He's exactly the same profile as Clyne when we snapped him up from Palace. Young, highly rated, lots of potential. ...and released by us when he was 16 (2009) before the current regime. Still, hopefully a nice little earner for Chippenham Town. Think we could have done worse, but suspect he would not have re-signed for us anyway. A good prospect, but probably not at LB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 ...and released by us when he was 16 (2009) before the current regime. Still, hopefully a nice little earner for Chippenham Town. Think we could have done worse, but suspect he would not have re-signed for us anyway. A good prospect, but probably not at LB. apparently. they will not get a penny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 apparently. they will not get a penny Not through sell-on clause, but they should benefit from the solidarity contribution for 2012-13, the season when he turned 20, even though he only played half a season before moving to Ipswich. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 Not through sell-on clause, but they should benefit from the solidarity contribution for 2012-13, the season when he turned 20, even though he only played half a season before moving to Ipswich. he was a free agent when Ipswich signed him (apparently) they paid £10k as a gesture or something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simo Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 If we miss out on Toby and Clyne and Morgan go as expected I hope for a signing with a bit of wow factor , saying that Toby and a Df will do me ! Atm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_emu Posted 26 June, 2015 Share Posted 26 June, 2015 Most notable recent signings with wow factor....... Falcao, Di Maria, Ballotelli.... no thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 27 June, 2015 Share Posted 27 June, 2015 SUNDERLAND IN FOR LENS? Sunderland have made an £8million offer for Dynamo Kiev forward Jeremain Lens, according to the Daily Mail. Dutch interntaional Lens, 27, has already worked with compatriot and Black Cats boss **** Advocaat at PSV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 27 June, 2015 Share Posted 27 June, 2015 Most notable recent signings with wow factor....... Falcao, Di Maria, Ballotelli.... no thanks! But far with balotelli. Many predicted he would be gash for Liverpool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 27 June, 2015 Share Posted 27 June, 2015 But far with balotelli. Many predicted he would be gash for Liverpool as did I win the case of Falcao at Utd, he was even crap at Monaco...why anyone would pay money for him or consider him a "wow" signing I just couldn't say. He had 1 good season at Atletico and has been milking that ever since. Some do not seem to understand that in a league containing teams like Elche,Almeria and Eibar scoring goals is not a major problem. If there was anything to be learnt from Soldado's transfer to Spurs this was it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simo Posted 27 June, 2015 Share Posted 27 June, 2015 Most notable recent signings with wow factor....... Falcao, Di Maria, Ballotelli.... no thanks! I ment as in unexpected for us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibizasaint Posted 27 June, 2015 Share Posted 27 June, 2015 as did I win the case of Falcao at Utd, he was even crap at Monaco...why anyone would pay money for him or consider him a "wow" signing I just couldn't say. He had 1 good season at Atletico and has been milking that ever since. Some do not seem to understand that in a league containing teams like Elche,Almeria and Eibar scoring goals is not a major problem. If there was anything to be learnt from Soldado's transfer to Spurs this was it. Falcao scored goals aplenty in Spain and destroyed teams practically on his own in their UEFA cup run. He scored from everywhere and is an incredibly brave player. His main problem is the injuries he has had. Falcao's stock could not have been higher here when he went to Monaco. He would have gone to Real if Atletic would have sold him to them. Bearing in mind the strength of the Spanish league at the moment they have to be respected. That said Messi and Ronald would get nowhere near 50 goals a season in England as you said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrensup Posted 27 June, 2015 Share Posted 27 June, 2015 as did I win the case of Falcao at Utd, he was even crap at Monaco...why anyone would pay money for him or consider him a "wow" signing I just couldn't say. He had 1 good season at Atletico and has been milking that ever since. Some do not seem to understand that in a league containing teams like Elche,Almeria and Eibar scoring goals is not a major problem. If there was anything to be learnt from Soldado's transfer to Spurs this was it. i always say and think this about Ronaldo and Messi yea they're that good! But I really couldn't seem tem scoring a goal a game in the here or in German and maybe even Italy too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 27 June, 2015 Share Posted 27 June, 2015 (edited) i always say and think this about Ronaldo and Messi yea they're that good! But I really couldn't seem tem scoring a goal a game in the here or in German and maybe even Italy too. the PL is the only Top League that does not contain chronicly weak teams, I mean some aren't so great but compared to the likes of Eibar, Paderborn and Cesena they are still decent sides. This is also one of the reasons that players involved in the PL are often less effective internationally, the PL wears them down because there are no easy games where you just need to turn up to win. It certainly affects English teams in Europe. Edited 27 June, 2015 by Window Cleaner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 http://www1.skysports.com/transfer/news/12691/9897236/chelsea-closing-on-stoke-goalkeeper-asmir-begovic What a waste of a good goal keeper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansums Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 http://www1.skysports.com/transfer/news/12691/9897236/chelsea-closing-on-stoke-goalkeeper-asmir-begovic What a waste of a good goal keeper. There is something very wrong with football if a player that good, in his prime, is prepared to go there just to sit on the bench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrensup Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 http://www1.skysports.com/transfer/news/12691/9897236/chelsea-closing-on-stoke-goalkeeper-asmir-begovic What a waste of a good goal keeper. What makes him think he can challenge Courtois if Cech couldn't get nowhere near him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrant Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Has to be a rule against this in future. Like you have to play X games if you cost X amount. Utterly crazy for a keeper that good to give up playing. Why? If Begovic is that lacking in ambition that he's happy to go and sit on Chelsea's bench and play 5 games a season, that's his choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 (edited) Swansea signing Eder from Braga, Portuguese Intl. I think they have done the best business so far this summer and haven't lost anyone of note. Spurs have signed Konoplyanka according to Italian press. Would be a decent free if true. Edited 28 June, 2015 by Saint Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Spurs have signed Konoplyanka according to Italian press. Would be a decent free if true. Free transfers like that are never cheap. The money saved in paying his club for a transfer goes to the player in multi million pound signing on fees, more inflated wages than normal and a huge agent fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nta786 Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Swansea signing Eder from Braga, Portuguese Intl. I think they have done the best business so far this summer and haven't lost anyone of note. Spurs have signed Konoplyanka according to Italian press. Would be a decent free if true. I ain't going to judge which club has done good business until the season starts. Which buffoon was it that said Norwich had done amazing business at the start of the season- and then ended up getting relegated :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verlaine1979 Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Eder loooked useless at the last World Cup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Free transfers like that are never cheap. The money saved in paying his club for a transfer goes to the player in multi million pound signing on fees, more inflated wages than normal and a huge agent fee. I didn't say it was cheap. Just it was a good free transfer signing. Which it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Has to be a rule against this in future. Like you have to play X games if you cost X amount. Utterly crazy for a keeper that good to give up playing. Stoke is a waste of a good anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex Lion Tamer Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Free transfers like that are never cheap. The money saved in paying his club for a transfer goes to the player in multi million pound signing on fees, more inflated wages than normal and a huge agent fee. Too black and white. Clubs can still get a relatively cheap deal while giving the player and agent fat wedges of cash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Ogbonna centre half from Juve apparently we are interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Ogbonna centre half from Juve apparently we are interested Sorry posted elsewhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 arsenal set to complete signings of Cech and Vidal this week they are going to have an incredible squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 arsenal set to complete signings of Cech and Vidal this week they are going to have an incredible squad. 2 massive signings down their spine, impressive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 2 massive signings down their spine, impressive. they are (apparently) going to be after a CB from napoli and want another CF. those years paying off the stadium have finally come home for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 they are (apparently) going to be after a CB from napoli and want another CF. those years paying off the stadium have finally come home for them. Yeah, they need one because although they have a few 'nippy forwards' who can fill in for Giroud when he's injured, none of them can lead the line like he can. (Arguably, a bit like us & Pelle) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 CHERRIES STEP UP GRADEL PURSUIT Bournemouth are apparently considering making a bid for former Leeds and Leicester winger Max Gradel. The 27-year-old left Leeds for St Etienne in 2011 and, according to the Daily Mirror, is keen on a move back to England. The Cherries reportedly had a £4million bid rejected earlier this month but will go with back with £5m even though St Etienne are holding out for £7m. Gradel spent time on loan with Bournemouth in 2007/08. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 28 June, 2015 Share Posted 28 June, 2015 Ogbonna centre half from Juve apparently we are interested Thought he played for Villa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 VIDAL DEAL UPDATE Reports linking Arturo Vidal to Arsenal are wide of the mark, according to Sky sources. The Juventus midfielder was “90% certain” to make a move to north London, according to reports in Spain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 VIDAL DEAL UPDATE Reports linking Arturo Vidal to Arsenal are wide of the mark, according to Sky sources. The Juventus midfielder was “90% certain” to make a move to north London, according to reports in Spain. Probably because the Arse won't pay the asking price...they never do, unless Wenger gets a bee in his bonnet and they think they landed the deal of the century. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 CHERRIES STEP UP GRADEL PURSUIT Bournemouth are apparently considering making a bid for former Leeds and Leicester winger Max Gradel. The 27-year-old left Leeds for St Etienne in 2011 and, according to the Daily Mirror, is keen on a move back to England. The Cherries reportedly had a £4million bid rejected earlier this month but will go with back with £5m even though St Etienne are holding out for £7m. Gradel spent time on loan with Bournemouth in 2007/08. Did Gradel play for Leeds when we had played our first game back in the championship after promotion? I seem to remember him going down in the box under a challenge and then throwing a hissy fit that would have made a 5 year old girl proud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 Did Gradel play for Leeds when we had played our first game back in the championship after promotion? I seem to remember him going down in the box under a challenge and then throwing a hissy fit that would have made a 5 year old girl proud. Yep, he did just that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Tender Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 I ain't going to judge which club has done good business until the season starts. Which buffoon was it that said Norwich had done amazing business at the start of the season- and then ended up getting relegated :lol: That would be Barry Sanchez, eulogising over their early days signings of Hooper and van Wolfswinkel and decrying our lack of activity which would result in us getting the dross that was left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 Yep, he did just that. OK cheers. Doesn't seem like the sort of signing Bournemouth should be wanting to make unless he has improved a lot in the last few seasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 OK cheers. Doesn't seem like the sort of signing Bournemouth should be wanting to make unless he has improved a lot in the last few seasons. Last season he scored 17 league goals in 31 games of the French top league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 29 June, 2015 Share Posted 29 June, 2015 Last season he scored 17 league goals in 31 games of the French top league. So he will be worth about 5 in the PL then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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