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2 minutes ago, Elliottman said:

New quote or is that from the Amazon series? 

Same one!  If going by the photo.

Oh I did  My bad. 

1 hour ago, KaKa said:

 

I understand the sentiment, but I think some are underestimating the difference Mbuemo would make, and how much of an upgrade he'd be over Almiron.

 

When we bought Gordon, it was probably a similar feeling, that it wasn't a top level signing on that left side, but it certainly looks that way now. I think stylistically Mbuemo is such a good fit, that we could see something similar on the right side. At 24 years old there is also still room for growth.

 

Mbuemo is direct, has pace and is very strong, and that suits our aggressive style, but what I really like about him is that he actually gets his head up and sees other players around him and looks to play them in or deliver a cross.

 

His numbers at Brentford are very decent, and I would actually anticipate a jump in our side, as I think our build up and use of the ball is better. Playing with a midfielder like Bruno, and with a full back like either Trippier or Tino outside of him, gets him far more effective positions.

I haven’t said that I don’t rate him or that he isn’t a very good player. He also would improve us massively (obviously!). I just would prefer (ideally) a different type of player as our RW. One that perhaps has a bit more creativity and flair to give us a different dimension. I really really like Gordon on the left and he is class and suits us perfectly, and so would Mbuemo too in so many ways. I would preferably have a player that has quality and has some great attributes to help us against low block teams as well. Gordon for example is at his best when there’s a little bit more space/transitions. Not that he is bad at the other stuff. I think Mbuemo is quite similar in that regard to some degree. Ben Arfa style of player would be my top choice when it comes to player style as we have quite many “direct” players already. I would be very happy with Mbuemo but just not my top choice when it comes to what type of player. He would do well for us though.

Personally I think we need something slightly different out on the right. A player that can be very very effective and create. Many good players out there but quite many are mostly good in transitions. I would like something a bit more creative. Olise would be perfect as he is a bit of a mix. Good in transitions but can also create. A Bernardo Silvva type would be “ok” too…

Don’t see him replacing Howe despite all his achievements. 

He will be class. 100% certain. Just need to give him some time. 

A lot of dead wood released now is nice. Such as Ritchie, Dummet, Karius, Hendrick and so on. 

What asworth said was along the lines of “I don’t talk about specific player’s contracts but sometimes a release clause can be only for some clubs”

(unless I was drunk)

Nothing has been confirmed either way unless I’ve missed something.  Having said that, I’m certain that there will be people who know the details. I don’t see it being only clubs outside of PL for example, no chance. 

Pardew's dad.

8 hours ago, black_n_white said:

He’s be a damn good signing though, ready made premiership winger, I wouldn’t be disappointed. Still I’ve said before Olise would be my preferred choice.

Yes. Im not doubting that he is a very good player. 

2 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said:

I wonder if the Paqueta ban will give us more of a chance at Bowen. Apparently West Ham’s summer plans where based on the money they would get for Paqueta.

Dont see us going for Bowen. I reckon we will think he’s too expensive for his age. 

I said it some time ago that I think this will happen. Hopefully it does, I feel it’s just about when, not if. Unless some other major club bumps in suddenly with a big offer. 

We can think this and that but we really have no clue what we can or can’t spend. Let’s wait until the window closes. 

He is coming in to be number 1, and he will be if he signs. 

10 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said:

Imagine getting him, Kelly and Tosin done before June.

Yes! And people stopping talking about fuckin DCL! 

A year forward and people are still talking about DCL and thinking it’s an ok idea    

Wouldn’t want him even if we got money for him. 

Was Lookman on loan at Fulham? 

14 minutes ago, HaydnNUFC said:

 

He has a ~£45m release clause in his contract doesn't he? Williams that is. Not sure I buy the stories about him being on €200k a week. Understand getting players out of Bilbao is very difficult, though. 

 

Think Olise will be £65m+, easy. 

 

 

 

Aye, I think it’s £43m. Like mentioned above Olise’s is just under 60m. 
 

43m is a very good deal so I think there will be tons of clubs after him and he might want to stay in spain. Whether that’s Bilbao or Barca or wherever. No matter what, it’s nice that we seem to to be aiming high. 
 

It still annoys me that we didn’t get Arda Guler  

1 minute ago, HaydnNUFC said:

 

Hope not. I'm a big fan of his and I'm unsure that we can get Olise this summer.

Think it’ll more or less equally as difficult to get Williams really. Close to as difficult at least. Would be over the moon with either of them tbh. I like Neto too but way too injury prone. 

Just now, HaydnNUFC said:

Nico Williams with 16 assists this season? Bring him to the cathedral, I beg.

Would very much like him. Barca bound? 

Why all these shitty bumps man..

Just now, FCB said:

Adarabioyo and Kelly supposedly done and signed off

Great news if true! Extra dinero for other areas. 

Would have been nice to see Alfie Harrison involved. Hopefully he will train with the 1st team a bit going forward. 

The players finally started to feel at home together to a degree. Now this. Just perfect. Like putting salt on the food before you’ve tried it. 

2 minutes ago, joeyt said:

Lampard please

With Gerrard. Might work for once…