Taylor Swift Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 It sounds like he would (also) work as cover for Perez at #10. Osako played well as Japan's main striker at the World Cup, so there's no shame in him getting a limited look in there. After Gayle and Joselu, the first thing I would be looking at is the ability to put his foot through the ball. Neither of them shoots with any conviction. Selfish reasons here, but only two PL games a week are shown live on Japanese tv now, it used to be five, so its good for toon fans in Japan. Leicester get chosen a fair bit because of Okazaki. The big problem with that of course, is that it is Perez who should be cover as #10 for someone who is actually good enough to perform consistently in the Premier league. Nothing against Mutu, but as a signing, it has all the hallmarks of settling for someone who isn't really Rafa's first choice for the position. Needless to say, I hope I'm wrong. Clearly this is not Rafa’s first choice but it doesn’t mean that he won’t start ahead of Perez. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 He's 26 so he's not that young Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
relámpago blanco Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Perez was blinding at the end of last season. I think he will start with Perez initially. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdm Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 I don’t hate the signing I just hate that he’s probably way down Rafa’s list Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 *off to resurrect Pokemon thread* Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShearMagic Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Korean & Japanese players this window. Commercial benefits for Fat Mike definitely outweigh the 'cost'. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Korean & Japanese players this window. Commercial benefits for Fat Mike definitely outweigh the 'cost'. Did cross my mind like. Never had a single Korean/Japanese player, now two in one window? It's not like we've even sold one to accommodate Muto. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 I'm pretty sure that's a coincidence guys. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeloEmre Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Keith Downie says fee agreed, on his way to UK. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Keith Downie says fee agreed, on his way to UK. Happy with this one. Hope we sign another forward though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 £9.5m - now on SSN yellow bar. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roids Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Does anyone know anything about this lad (outside of YouTube :/ ) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sho Time Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 By the looks of Youtube appears to be no better than Gayle or Mitro in the finishing department. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 By the looks of Youtube appears to be no better than Gayle or Mitro in the finishing department. By all accounts he's being signed for his industry. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 He’s a handsome bugger, like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Hopefully he’ll help to ramp those shirt sales in Asia up even further. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 It sounds like he would (also) work as cover for Perez at #10. Osako played well as Japan's main striker at the World Cup, so there's no shame in him getting a limited look in there. After Gayle and Joselu, the first thing I would be looking at is the ability to put his foot through the ball. Neither of them shoots with any conviction. Selfish reasons here, but only two PL games a week are shown live on Japanese tv now, it used to be five, so its good for toon fans in Japan. Leicester get chosen a fair bit because of Okazaki. The big problem with that of course, is that it is Perez who should be cover as #10 for someone who is actually good enough to perform consistently in the Premier league. Nothing against Mutu, but as a signing, it has all the hallmarks of settling for someone who isn't really Rafa's first choice for the position. Needless to say, I hope I'm wrong. Clearly this is not Rafa’s first choice but it doesn’t mean that he won’t start ahead of Perez. As long as Rafa is happy with the signing, so am I. I just don't want it to be another Joselu where he says you have to pay £5m for someone who can kick a ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 He’s a handsome bugger, like. So is Schar. Even if we end up in a relegation struggle, it shoud shoot us op the league in the Premier dreamboat rankings. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Can't wait for the, "That should please Newcastle fans, who are upset at their transfer dealings so far." This should take our bet spend to a whopping 6m or so. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 He’s a handsome bugger, like. So is Schar. Even if we end up in a relegation struggle, it shoud shoot us op the league in the Premier dreamboat rankings. Will be our first double, along with the balance sheet trophy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUFC_Chris Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 By the sounds of it I don't think he's going to be the main striker, that'll probably be Rondon if he comes. Think Muto will play like a number 10. Happy with the signing at least, if not somewhat underwhelmed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 I think I can give some info: 1. He is young It's correct. He just started his professional career at the age of 21 which is normal for players from Japan. Although he is 26 this is only his 6th season as a pro. He is young. 2. He is quick Correct but he isn't as quick as Bellamy. Please also note that he suffered ACL 2 years ago and his right knee is a concern. 3. He is talented I can't provide much proofs on this but 3 years ago Chelsea approached him and got turned down because he wanted to learn his trade in Bundesliga and thus chose Mainz instead. It is a good gamble imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkhead Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 The project owner on the thing I'm working at now is a big Mainz fan. I'm having a conference call with him in 30 minutes. Will try to get a detailed scouting report. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aiston Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Someone call in Godzilla. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted July 26, 2018 Share Posted July 26, 2018 Scoring record isn't particularly awe-inspiring for a striker, and he's moving to a higher level now. Ah well, always had a soft spot for Japanese players, I was a huge Captain Tsubasa fan as a kid. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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