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Look. We are obviously looking for a top quality defender. If this doesn't work out it certainly isn't our fault. Luisao or Burdisso would be just as tasty. Patience is a virtue.

dont think i't true tbh. Think Levy is being his usual stingy self and the deal will go through eventually. Brummie, that pic makes it look like he's celebrating the goal and nothing else. btw where's kaka lately? he said we'll definately not sign Bentley because he'll be off to villa (add to that his claim that kewell will be a spurs player). I'm right here punk! I see you were clearly rattled by the Bentley to Villa comment then Spurs are getting good players in no doubt, but something still isn't right. If they indeed intend to play Modric, Arshavin, Bentley, Dos Santos and Jenas (!), who for some reason they gave a new contract, then where does a DM fit in?! You lot look like you are going to be very, very soft next season. You will play some pretty stuff at times though and embarrass some weaker teams, but then again, thats what you did this last season passed. I don't see a major improvement at all. Why. The. f***. Are teams suddenly obliged to play with a defensive midfielder now? Because Makelele was quite good for Chelsea? You're talking s****. As always. Spurs have made massive strides compared to us this window and look set to continue to do so. Absolute self-denial to claim otherwise. They're spending silly money to do so, and it could go tits up, but I know which signings I'd rather have. I talk shit as always? Well at least I have my own opinions while all you always talk about is how others opinions are shit. Grow up. I doubt you've ever even played a sport in your life never mind football. I've been involved enough in the game to be confident in my opinion thank you very much. Last summer I heard the same crap about how awesome Spurs would be, but I wasn't so sure and I didn't believe for a second that they would be anywhere near the top four. Yes, they are buying pretty names, but it really is a different story when the games begin. I saw them enough last season to know that they need some strength and character in that midfield, and this hasn't changed, and in fact you could argue the situation is worse. In my opinion it's an imbalanced team. They will dominate in some games and look brilliant, but then I also feel they will lose a lot of games like the first game against Sunderland last season, where their opponents are nowhere near as talented, but get stuck into them all game. Yes it would have been nice to sign SOME of the players they have brought in but if we, Newcastle, had exactly the same team (on the whole) that they have right now, I would have the same concerns also. This is my opinion. Deal with it. Care to let me know why exactly you think that team will be succesful, other than because of the names of the players in it? Do you actually have a valid argument as to why you don't think they will need a defensive midfielder and why it will work without one? Or are you just going to swear and claim everyone else is talking rubbish again?

I put Spurs slightly ahead of Pompey now. I agree, Spurs are doing very well, I just think traditional "big" clubs like Newcastle, Villa and Everton seem to be stood around doing bugger all, sneering at Redknapp, whilst he puts together a pretty impressive set up. Mmmmmmm not sure about spurs. there main problem for the last few years has been lack of strength,physically,defensivly and i don't see that being remidied. i can see sours going 4-2-3-1 next season but i have no idea who their vital "2" will be. Veloso and/or Albelda are the two high up in the list of options, though wanting them and getting them are two totally different things. That said, with our dealings in this window, I'm reluctant to discount anybody as pie in the sky wishful thinking. See my previous post MJ. Who sits on the bench if a DM is indeed brought in though?

dont think i't true tbh. Think Levy is being his usual stingy self and the deal will go through eventually. Brummie, that pic makes it look like he's celebrating the goal and nothing else. btw where's kaka lately? he said we'll definately not sign Bentley because he'll be off to villa (add to that his claim that kewell will be a spurs player). I'm right here punk! I see you were clearly rattled by the Bentley to Villa comment then Spurs are getting good players in no doubt, but something still isn't right. If they indeed intend to play Modric, Arshavin, Bentley, Dos Santos and Jenas (!), who for some reason they gave a new contract, then where does a DM fit in?! You lot look like you are going to be very, very soft next season. You will play some pretty stuff at times though and embarrass some weaker teams, but then again, thats what you did this last season passed. I don't see a major improvement at all.

I really think he will yes. His agent really seems to be on our side and that is pretty much 90% of the battle won right there, believe me.

Yup, seems to me like we've done everything in the right way. Considering our intial bid was one of 8 million euros and is now 12 million euros, what else can be expected. To add to the insult the 12 was actually accepted and after we've made an agreement with the player the Depor president has asked for even more! How anyone can blame the club in this situation is truly beyond me.

I don't think they are being smart this summer at all. Taking a hell of a lot of risks. I'll respect them a lot more if they jettisoned Jenas and brought in a top class DM. Then I might take them seriously. They were already a massive soft touch last season and I reckon they could be twice as soft next season.

Blackburn I reckon. In to replace Bentley.

Kenwyne's obviously asked them to find him a playmate while he is injured.

I would say Newcastle was a step up from Deportiva at the moment though. They might be in Europe but still ... I think playing for Newcastle in the premier league is more of an attraction than playing for Depor in la liga at the moment.

I think the article said that Burdisso was our alternative if we are unable to land Coloccini. I think Coloccini's agent knows this, which is why he is so nervous. I am also struggling to understand why some people feel that £8/£9 million is paying way over the odds??? He is a gritty Argentine International defender, who seems like he could adapt to the premier league very well indeed. Someone mentioned Curtis Davies of Villa costing £10 million and rightly so as he isn't even anywhere near a full international place. How about Kaboul!!! £8 million they paid for him, and he is set to be sold for a similar amount this summer. Tbh even if we paid the extra Depor want it would still be a good deal, but it really is the principle of the whole thing. It's disgusting to raise the price like that at the last minute, having already agreed to the deal in the first place.

On the other hand, fair play to Fulham. Hodgson seems to be a lot better in the market than the previous guy who bought the whole Northern Ireland team.

Mario Gomez to Fulham!!! Wasn't some nitwit on here laughing at us when we were linked with him and claiming he would never consider an insignificant club like Newcastle. Top scorer in Germany, going to be top scorer at Euros ya da ya da ya da ... etc etc. Fulham?! Bloody hell man!

Are you drunk? We have signed the new Rob Lee for £2 million and signed an Argentine web slinging international midfielder for around the same amount also. They've been quality.

I am, looked ok against Doncaster but it's difficult to tell but I trust KK's judgement. Yup, at the end of the day Keegan has worked with him for a week and seen him in a full game, so I am very comfortable with the decision. Also seems to be a very athletic and versatile defender, which is very useful. We do lack a younger defender who is strong and athletic at the club, so it's a solid move.

Not a huge signing but pretty exciting. I think it is very promising that after a weeks trial and an appearance in an actual game that Keegan wants to sign him up. French Under 21 international and 70 odd appearnces for his club at just 21 years old. There must be some talent there.

Surely this Depor guy must have some feeling in him ... Maybe a video of Steven Taylor's "performance" against Man U should be sent over. Surely this guy will take pity on us then?

god no, pay them the extra anything but senderos If the agent knows about our other targets, then maybe it is the other Argentine Burdisso perhaps.

Rest assured guys. If this has been dragging on for over three months now, then I'm sure we'll have other options to quickly turn to if this doesn't come through. The Depor chairman really is a pain in the backside.

£9 million is an outstanding offer. They need the money and the agent has said this is the absolute best offer he could get for Coloccini, seems like the president just has to get his head around the fact that Freddy doesn't live here anymore. Hopefully, it should happen soon enough.

So I take it Gerrard will play out wide this season (on the left) then, as appears to be the case with England under Capello also. I don't think would be looking to move out left as he has made the England Squad as a very effective defensive midfielder int he centre of the park.

Oh shut up duck face!

Hopefully everything finally kicks into gear this week. So Liverpool have signed Keane for £18 million. Hmmmm ... Gareth Barry might have to start backtracking pronto. Anyone else think it came down to either Barry or Keane for Liverpool. Not sure they would go after both. I think if they had got Barry they would have gone with Barry and Mascherano in midfield and gerrard continuing behind Torres. However, now they will likely opt to return Gerrard to midfield beside Mascherano and have Keane play upfront with Torres.

Well keegan did manage Distin for a while so he might see that in the young lad. Assuming we get Colccini and we have him in the first team with Faye, then Taylor as a third CB and this fella as a fourth wouldn't be a bad idea I don't think. also pretty handy that he can cover at LB if necessary. David Edgar appears to be talented but I'm not sure if he is up to it physically. Maybe we are looking for another stronger more athletic youngster to bring through.

The thing is though, we have apparently already agreed terms on a 4 year deal with the player. Not sure if Depor are in a position financially to give him a new contract that would match our offer. "Apparently" Yeah, I know ... the agent does seem to be making a real push to get the player to Newcastle though, so I'm hoping it's because we have already found agreement on a nice deal for him and his client. Guess we'll see soon enough.