Ketsbaia

They really dont need Maicon, baffling signing. Weren't Real Madrid after him?

I really wish we'd got Mirallas. Using the Carroll money on him and Debuchy would've been much better.

Pardew really needs to shut up. And journalists need to stop asking him these questions.

They sold Modric. We have kept our star players. That is the difference imo. Yeh, thats true. Although I'd rather replace 1 star player with 4, than do nothing at all. Guess things are worse at Arsenal though.

I used to think we were using Spurs' transfer policy as our inspiration but we'd never do what they're about to do. I mean, actually spending money and meeting asking prices? Showing ambition? Groundbreaking stuff.

Giggs

Nope.

I can see him signing for us, like. It feels like the only option for all parties.

Metronome is a great word.

I'm surprised Carroll hasn't kicked up a fuss yet or handed in a transfer request. Fair enough Debuchy hasn't because he loves his club and is a nice guy but none of that applies to Carroll.

I doubt we'd even agree a fee for those old timers.

If they need money to get Dempsey, this could be how they'll get it.

That is just tragic to read Successful owners wouldn't let their club have a summer like ours. It's driving me crazy that we've had a phenomenal 2011-12 and are now wasting it by not building a great squad. It's not financial issues, it's just utter stupidity.

Gonna save the rant for Friday night. 'Pathetic' does sum it up well, though.

2-0 Lille

Debuchy replacing Simpson. That counts, right?

Copenhagen look very dangerous and capable of scoring. That's a big goal though

Lille 1-0 Copenhagen on 42mins. 1-1 on aggregate. Copenhagen have looked really dangerous, this is slightly harsh on them.

http://www.losc.fr/equipes-losc/joueur/mathieu-debuchy Look at his body language on that clip! It clearly proves he's happy to stay at Lille. Gutted.

We got a mention on commentary!! Quick, somebody check Newcastle Airport.

Got the Copenhagen scarf, kit and banners out. C'MON KOBENHAVN!!!!

By the way, there's nothing to confirm that this bid has happened. Put the gun away.

Dunno whether Pardew was bluffing with those comments but if he isn't, and we don't sign anybody, this summer has been close to a disaster. The only positive is not selling one of our stars but they'll be as pissed off as we are. Not strengthening our best team in years and building on our potential will backfire. I'd love to think we'll do something before Friday but past experience and the feeling coming from the club suggest otherwise.

Newspaper talk - whether good or bad - is getting completely ignored by me unless it's official stuff. How can they know what the club will do, when they don't even know? Pure guesswork, at this point.

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