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How are we expecting us to set up? I would not be surprised to see a repeat of the same ethos as Liverpool away. Sit deep and hit on the break. With Gabbiadini providing a more clinical forward option, it could be an idea? Or would it leave us as sitting Ducks to Ibrahimovic/Martial/Mata?

The next game we play is at Wembley. A cup final. That is just incredible.... Going to savour every moment. And the Sash, yes. It's obvious!

Very satisfying.

Get in.

Ever: Lambert Now: Longy

Delighted for them. Had friends at the game last night, as beacons in the darkness go it's not dissimilar to Luton a few years ago.

Wonder if it was Wanyama's old place?

A player with top level experience on a free transfer. Regardless of the circumstances, this is a very sensible signing. Could be a bargain.

Would provide vital experience. If he can prove his fitness, then why not?

I can believe that. Our front players and midfield clearly work very hard without the ball. This pressing however, as with our time under Pochettino does leave us in a position where the opposition are pushed back, limiting space for us when attacking. Saying that, we are still making chances! Once/If we start converting....

Meh. Just, meh. Not required.

I would argue Gaston Ramirez was in 2012. Toby Alderweireld on loan was a real coup. Osvaldo, as an Italian international has to count.

Also said on Talksh*te this morning.

Not everyone can push on. For every Lallana, Walcott and Bale you have many more McGoldrick's, Lloyds James's and Isgrove's.

I like him, think he would be a good squad option but not first choice. Based on how we are, I think we should be focusing on directly improving our first team with players that fit our model rather then adding depth for depth's sake. P.s. Drinking at 9.30am?

A shame, 5 years ago he looked a real prospect. On that basis, it is a wonder why he is still here.

Hmmmm, The words 'non-transferable' have been used. It's my understanding that if it's your season ticket that's eligible. Only you can use the ticket on the day. Would hope that a little flexibility could be allowed though.

No. Not for John Terry. A character as 'controversial' as his could do more harm then good as a role model for our younger players. With Gardos returning as back-up, Stephens clearly worthy of a run in the team and Yoshida stepping up to his responsibility I would only consider a replacement signing for Fonte who fits our usual profile then a short term idea like him.

No. The total antithesis of the kind of player we should be going for.

Romeu, CL games for Chelsea I would expect. Also Fraser Forster, Old Firm Derbies.

From memory, didn't Kevin Davies get a medal for our 2003 cup run? He wasn't even on the bench.

Different finals but the first side we have had to compare to the halcyon days of May 2003. Looking back at the team and comparing it to now raised a few thoughts. For Striking options what I would give to have a fit again Beattie in our squad. Our modern formation and players do however look a bit more tricky and unpredictable. At the back: Yoshi and Claus appear to comparable. VVD and Svensson also seem similar, although..... heresy though it may once have been to say, VVD is better. In terms of experience, similarities too between Baird and Stephens. Midfield, well: Oakley and Anders with Marsden and Telfer on the wings. Defensive. Far prefer the idea of Puel's set up compared to Strachan's even more safety first approach. Just over four weeks to go. Cannot wait.

So, aside from Property/Construction and exposure in China. What else can Lander bring to the table?

Talking of partnership and a future. Not a prelude to a complete sale, a joint venture.

Or use the white shirts we used against Bournemouth with Red Shorts. Or an odd combination of Black/Red. There will be something worked out.