Ketsbaia Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 A year ago we were clever and ahead of the curve in the transfer market, yet now it feels like we're behind. Were we ? Yeah I'd say so. We'd stolen the French market, had a few success stories and bought players that shouldve been beyond us. Cabaye, Marveaux, Ben Arfa and Ba were bargains. I felt like our transfer strategy was the best thing about the club (except the fans). But not anymore. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinmk Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 A year ago we were clever and ahead of the curve in the transfer market, yet now it feels like we're behind. Were we ? Yeah I'd say so. We'd stolen the French market, had a few success stories and bought players that shouldve been beyond us. Cabaye, Marveaux, Ben Arfa and Ba were bargains. I felt like our transfer strategy was the best thing about the club (except the fans). But not anymore. Doesn't take long to work out a one trick pony. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 A year ago we were clever and ahead of the curve in the transfer market, yet now it feels like we're behind. Were we ? Yeah I'd say so. We'd stolen the French market, had a few success stories and bought players that shouldve been beyond us. Cabaye, Marveaux, Ben Arfa and Ba were bargains. I felt like our transfer strategy was the best thing about the club (except the fans). But not anymore. Has it changed though? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRD Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 You sounded optimistic that the club will make full use of the time left to make this a good transfer window in spite of the lack of bids so far. That's why I asked what would be your minimal expectations, that you are pleased at the end of it all that the club has not failed you. Fwiw my absolute minimal is one forward + one wide player, no outgoings and I'll be satisfied considering how Ashley rolls. Anything less than that and we would have been shortchanged once again despite them claiming to have learnt from last summer's mistakes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRD Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 A year ago we were clever and ahead of the curve in the transfer market, yet now it feels like we're behind. Were we ? Yeah I'd say so. We'd stolen the French market, had a few success stories and bought players that shouldve been beyond us. Cabaye, Marveaux, Ben Arfa and Ba were bargains. I felt like our transfer strategy was the best thing about the club (except the fans). But not anymore. Has it changed though? It might well have. Perch talked about a change in transfer policy and so far we have missed out on Douglas and our closest links are to two strikers in this league. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 You sounded optimistic that the club will make full use of the time left to make this a good transfer window in spite of the lack of bids so far. That's why I asked what would be your minimal expectations, that you are pleased at the end of it all that the club has not failed you. Fwiw my absolute minimal is one forward + one wide player, no outgoings and I'll be satisfied considering how Ashley rolls. Anything less than that and we would have been shortchanged once again despite them claiming to have learnt from last summer's mistakes. My expectations would be similar to that. I would just about settle for one forward if that person can play wide and also they can compete for the central spot. Remy for example. But we need two really, you're right. I know I will get absolutely no change out of suggesting that some of the January signings were planned for this summer. At least now they have six months of PL football behind them and are ready for a full pre-season. We absolutely can't let this Cisse thing end badly though, that would be appalling mismanagement and leave us massively short. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRD Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Nah, I don't think anyone should factor in the January signings, bearing in mind we have failed to replace outgoings and strengthen in crucial areas last summer. Rather we should look at the squad on its current merits or otherwise and pinpoint the weak spots. Even with those 5 players, we are still short of at least one striker + one winger/wide forward. Considering we have sold or released a couple of squad fillers, if we can't even do that it will be last summer over again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Nah, I don't think anyone should factor in the January signings, bearing in mind we have failed to replace outgoings and strengthen in crucial areas last summer. Rather we should look at the squad on its current merits or otherwise and pinpoint the weak spots. Even with those 5 players, we are still short of at least one striker + one winger/wide forward. Considering we have sold or released a couple of squad fillers, if we can't even do that it will be last summer over again. I agree those are our needs, I'm not saying the January signings negate the need to get anyone new. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 I wonder how high Thiago Silva's buyout clause is. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Sky Sports News @SkySportsNews 1m Crystal Palace sign Jose Campana from Sevilla on four-year deal #SSN Expand Should have been in for him. Joking We'll no doubt exploit some sort of relegation release clause next summer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 @ACF_Fiorentina Raggiunto l'accordo con il Manchester City Football Club per la cessione a titolo definitivo del calciatore Stevan Jovetic. Jovetic to City. £23m(ish) it appears according to varying sources. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 That's 4 big ticket strikers at City. Madness. Pellegrini loves his 4-4-2s, so I guess they'll all get time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 So they potentially have a choice of Aguero, Dzeko, Negredo and Jovetic to put up against us on the opening game? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Haris Vuckic Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 I'm cancelling the sky SELL THE HOUSE SELL THE CAR SELL THE KIDS FIND SOMEONE ELSE FORGET IT I'M NEVER COMING BACK FORGET IT Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Yes but we have Shola, he has more experience in this league than them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 So they potentially have a choice of Aguero, Dzeko, Negredo and Jovetic to put up against us on the opening game? Don't forget about Fernandinho, Yaya, Silva, Jesus Navas and Gaz Baz. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 That squad Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mofo Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Relax we've got Adam Campbell.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bimpy474 Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Man City are just mental, fair play rules my arse. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 I think Jesus Navas will be class over here, like. I'm a big fan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliottman Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 I wonder how high Thiago Silva's buyout clause is. Psg sound pissed off. Messi in France . . . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 I wonder how high Thiago Silva's buyout clause is. Psg sound pissed off. Messi in France . . . He'd just reject them like he did with that Russian club. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfast Mags Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Citeh are going to bumfuck us in the worse possible way Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeloEmre Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Citeh are going to bumfuck us in the worse possible way Just like they will against 15 of 20 teams in PL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 Prob the best time to play them away before they've really settled. That game will already be won before a ball is kicked just like last season's one due to the negativity of our manager. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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