McCormick

Imo we shouldn’t go for Diaby for the money being talked about. Has amazing stats (tbf It’s usually a good idea to take players’ goal tallies in the Bundesliga with a massive pinch of salt) but from what I’ve seen he’s extremely raw and a bit of a pace merchant. Good dribbling but his general play and decision making isn’t where you’d want it to be for that kind of outlay. Tin hat on but I’d much rather go for Trossard for a third of the price.

No way we get a takeover and a Lampard-instigated Everton relegation in the same season. The world isn’t that kind.

Hopefully it’s just a case of not seeming too keen so we don’t get bent over by Villa. Not sure how true the option-to-buy at 15 mil reports are, but you’d really struggle to find someone else as dependable as him for that type of money.

Think that means we’ll see Willock and Longstaff in from the jump. Possibly Murphy as well.

We now genuinely have 2 World class players in Trippier and Bruno. Amazing transfer business.

such an unfortunately (I hope?) timed post.

Same! To JT’s credit though, I think his aggression, physicality and aerial dominance helped Carvahlo’s game (perhaps) in equal measure.

Completely agree . Genius of a CB and King of the dark arts.

If we’re doing searing hot, controversial takes I’ll throw my hat in. Moussa Dembele- the Spurs one- was, in his prime, one of the best midfielders of all time. Super underrated. The guy had it all; athleticism, silky dribbling, strength, tackling, passing. Spurs’ decline at that time was due to not being able to replace this beast. y’all can put me on ignore now.

Brave shout , wouldn’t go that far but I somewhat agree in that he’s not Ballon D’or standard imo nor should he be in the same conversation as Iniesta and Zidane etc. (which I do see some people claiming). Obviously his achievements do warrant that his name gets brought up but ability-wise (although a top player) I don’t see him at the same level as some of those legendary names.

Would look amazing alongside Modric and Casemiro tbf. Tough shit though. He’s ours.

He’d be great but I assume he’ll be going to Atletico, no? Can see us battling with Villa on a few signings this summer.

Aye, I’m assuming he’s just being ironic with regards the Saudi gentleman on the right.

If someone came to me and told me in December (after 1 win in 20 games) that Howe would have us in 11th and on 40 points by the end of April, I would have said who are you? Get out of my home, I’m trying to sleep. Fantastic stuff.

We know how to win games now and it’s fucking magic. Well done to Howe and the lads, amazing stuff.

I’ll happily put my hands up and admit that I am history’s biggest piece of shit and didn’t see us picking up another 30 points.

Oh ffs. Get in! 3 points for us though.

Probably because looks like a prefect.

Think he’s shot. Was never quick but looks almost diplegic on the ball these days.

Matetas runs are pulling our defenders out of position. Palace look better with him on the field.

He’ll want Champions League you’d imagine. Seria A defender of the year 2 years running now** so will have no shortage of suitors. It’s so refreshing to see us at least try for this caliber of player though. “A club that tries” etc. **Edit. Just checked wiki, not officially it seems. Must have been some writers award or something that I read

My memory for football matches is atrocious but I guess I’d go for the 8-0 against Sheffield Wednesday. Sir Bobby’s home debut and Shearer (who I idolized at the time) scoring 5; what a special game.

Paqueta is lush but, if I’m honest, if we’re only getting one big money midfielder I’d rather have someone more sturdy ala Philips or Sangare. Harsh on Joelinton (and possibly Willock) but in an absolute dreamworld we’d have a midfield 3 of: Paqueta Philips and Bruno. Never gonna happen but man that would be crazy.

Think this may be down to circumstances though; Tammy was brought through one of best youth academies in the world while the other was at Northampton. As we know, Toney’s move to us was a poor one in hindsight and really set him back. Still think there isn’t that much between the 2 ability-wise (imo obviously). Tammy would be the surer bet, but that’ll be reflected heavily in the asking price. Safe to say I’d be delighted with either