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Another of the Austin links gone then.

5) The most obvious one of all - run out of cash, and can't afford one 6)The one we wanted doesn't want to come/is awaiting other offers 7)Ross can't find one in the Black Box 8Les hadn't paid the meter on the Black Box

If you take Hoedt out of the equation for a minute, as that is a problem area all of its own, I think Carillo probably cost more than the others combined. Plus in his defence we had a couple of seasons from Forster where he appeared a reasoanble option and signing. As you say, personal opinion. Feel a bit sorry for Carillo though as he was embarrassingly out of his depth but did show a willingness and desire to play for us, and at least was making the effort. Can't say the same for several others over the years, Speedie, Quashie (after he lost interest), and going back twenty years, Mark Hughes just went through the motions.

Angus Gunn - 0 appearances for City, what was it £11m or £13m ? Although AG had a good season at Norwich in the Championship.

I saw Frank Saul having a good game once, v Newcastle in the 3rd Round FA Cup 1970, think he scored (possibly two). His biggest problems were having been a makeweight (as I recall) in the sale of Chivers, and deputising for the legend of Ron Davies. Two major obstacles to overcome in peoples minds. A long time ago but I don't recall the depths of despair on hearing his name read out as much as later misfits such as Paul Moody. Can't recall Cariillo scoring for us or having a game that left you feeling there's hope there and he'll come good in time. Credit for his lofted ball at WBA in the Cup but had to question if it was a misguided lob at goal. Dixon and Speedie, yes I grant you, monumental f^ckwit signings that even Les Reed would have been proud of.

Was that The Cowherds ? Interesting comparison in the apparent reputations of players from a different era. In the 1960's/70's/early 80's reputations were of being a p!sshead (Big Ron,Osgood, Steele etc) or a 'jack the lad'/womanisers (Osgood again), or headcases (Dennis springs to mind), nowadays in the era of social media they are seen as egotistical bellends displaying their wealth and lavish lifestyles. Part of the perception over 'attitudes' is down to the wealth and egos, coupled with indifferent displays which indicate a 'couldn't give two sh!ts' approach as they know they can simply have a sulk and move off somewhere else.

Doubt that the extra £10m would make Man U or Arsenal blink if they want the player and think he could do the business for them. Utd are likely to sell Pogba for in excess of £100m, it's almost loose change to them.

If its Arsenal, the CB/DM Krystian Bielik had good reviews last season at Charlton and in the U21's this summer. But agree £15 - £18m is underselling the player in Les Reed proportions.

This is a club who are supposedly operating a meagre transfer budget this summer.

Not too bothered about him going, trust Ralph to identify a decent replacement, but should be looking for a minimum of £25m (plus a % add on).

They probably see him as 'Pogba-lite'. THat is one egotistical bellend for another.

or two-thirds of a Webster, at Bristol City's current valuation.

Clearly keen to get rid then. I'd have hoped we'd have looked for £20-25m given the current market although he hasn't shown a great deal to justify it. I suspect this might be similar to the Fonte situation, linked with big clubs but eventually accepting a move to West Ham or Palace.

Arsenal also mentioned. https://metro.co.uk/2019/07/08/man-united-arsenal-submit-enquiries-sign-southampton-midfielder-mario-lemina-10134993/

He'll fit in well then.

Just read on the BBC site:

Two less suitors for Austin then.

No stranger than signing Adams from Brum surely. Good goalscoring record, and from the clips I've seen of him he appears a a fairly hardworking, and hard running, player that might fit the RH style. Personally I can't see it happening as we've already signed Adamas and Djenepo as the attacking options, and other areas are more likely to be prioritised.

His best goal ? Possibly. Certainly his most significant though.

Skates at home in the cup when we beat them 2-1. (Last minute penalty match).

So does this take Villa out of the queue for Webster ?

Be surprised if Lampard doesn't want to work with him at Chelsea. From our angle, my gut feeling is the CB will be brought in from Europe. Can't see the Webster option going further with the amount Bristol City were suggesting.

There just aren't enough of his good days though to count on him. If Ralph could 'unlock' whatever it is in Lemina's head then I agree he is potentially a standout performer and the discussion on here is how we don't want him going to Man U or wherever. Hojberg who you compare him with, gives us 7 or 8 solid/decent if not spectacular performances out of 10 matches, Lemina may give us one outstanding, one okay, and the rest 'can't be arsed' type showings. Which is better to try and develop a team around ?

Strange move, but obviously no PL takers. Perhaps not rated as highly as suspected.

Jansson linked to Sheffield Utd https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/9426363/leeds-pontus-jansson-sheff-united-bielsa-row/