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Fair, but but when he’s massively outperforming players like Mudryk who they paid 80m+ for, you can understand why their valuations are a bit wacky.

He’s been their best player in preseason to be fair.

Wish we had gone in for Summerville, especially at that price. I’ve no doubt he’d be worth triple the fee in the not so distant future.

Very true but having year-on-year access to European competitions for their players to showcase their abilities on a grander stage also helps massively.

Chalobah isn’t bad but he’s certainly a step down from Guehi. I suppose the asking prices would reflect the quality difference too though.

If they made it clear from the jump that they weren’t willing to make any concessions then we may not have wasted all this time.

I don’t think you can put that on Mitchell. They were giving us signals they wanted to negotiate and then pulled this dickhead move seemingly out of the blue. We wouldn’t have continued with discussions if they told us they wouldn’t budge, 2 weeks ago.

Shit. I don’t mind them holding out for the best price they can get but don’t give us the “do me” eyes throughout the bidding process and make zero concessions. Waste of everyone’s time, man.

Is Todibo gone yet? Half the price and not too far away in terms of ability.

I’m not. The slimy tit is trying to get other clubs to come in for him. Hope Guehi doesn’t sign a new deal and someone takes him for half price next summer.

They’re being silly now. Boy would I love to leave a giant red hand print on that smug twat Parish’s face.

To all the bean-counters on here. How many shirts do I have to buy to ensure we get a purple RW this window?

Elite or not, Adidas just get it.

I have a bad feeling about this. I don’t think he leaves this window but I think he may be the one we sell to comply with PSR before next June.

Madueke has a much higher ceiling but, despite being a more limited player, I think Elanga suits our play more. I’d much rather go for the former if they’re anywhere close in terms of valuations though.

An inflated loan fee (of let’s say 10m) and an obligation to buy (let’s say for 35m) and it’s a deal that could suit both parties.

He’s due a breakout season and hopefully it’s with us. Bit inconsistent but he’s super talented; if he takes to Eddie’s training then I’ve no doubt he could be one of the best wingers in the league.

Honestly, if it wasn’t for his injuries over the past few years I reckon Kelly would be England’s starting left-back (or in the squad at the very least).

Osula seems like a perfect Howe striker.

Aw-sula. Nice finish, offside.

Almiron grafting well.

The commentator on my stream seems to be watching a funeral of some kind.

@timeEd32 quick summary, how much would you expect us to spend on transfers this financial year? . I’m sure that’s all people really care about.

You’d imagine he’d have to start for us if he’s on that kind of money then (if that site is reliable).

Good post. 150k a week for Kelly seems ridiculously high though. Not having a go but where did you get that figure from?