To be fair I think we are only 1 CB, 1 winger, and 1 forward away from a pretty strong and complete 11. The weakest link is Pardew and possibly the medical staff. To have a complete squad for next season double up in the positions I mentioned and get someone who can play at LB/RB and we are there. Saying we have 80% of a team isn't far off. It's the coaching and medical staff that aren't up to the job.
We only need a CB if Colo leaves i suspect Pardew plan is two forwards and a winger and the rest will be based on sales.
Have I misread this? you don't think we need a striker?
Yes. He's responding the post above saying we only need a new centre back if Colo leaves.