TRon Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 Maybe not then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimpy474 Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 I just love how we're interested in (add a name), we're, as in our nearly new owners, who haven't even bought us yet, haven't decided on a manager, haven't to my knowledge even commented at all in the press. Yeah they're targeting so and so....come on it's utter bollocks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 Of course it's bollocks but after 13 years I think we can indulge in being linked with people like James Rodriguez, Stones, Trippier, Coutinho, etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 Of course it's bollocks but after 13 years I think we can indulge in being linked with people like James Rodriguez, Stones, Trippier, Coutinho, etc. Even a short term option like Ighalo is a pipe dream Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bimpy474 Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 Of course it's bollocks but after 13 years I think we can indulge in being linked with people like James Rodriguez, Stones, Trippier, Coutinho, etc. That is a very good point, carry on Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest reefatoon Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 I just love how we're interested in (add a name), we're, as in our nearly new owners, who haven't even bought us yet, haven't decided on a manager, haven't to my knowledge even commented at all in the press. Yeah they're targeting so and so....come on it's utter bollocks Shut up man and just enjoy the ridiculousness. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
maze Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 If you could pick two new strikers to buy with the (potentially) new owner - who would you go for, and why? Be realistic... Also top 5 out the door...? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Bale number one target according to daily mail. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Bale number one target according to daily mail. From 2016 ... Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale has heaped praise on Rafa Benitez for ending his isolation on the wing during his time at the Santiago Bernabeu and thanked him for giving him more responsibility. The current Newcastle United manager spent a brief spell at Madrid and Bale has spoken highly of the Spaniard for his allowing him to play in a more central role. Speaking in an exclusive interview with The Times ahead of his return to England in the Champions League against Manchester City, Bale thanked Benitez and had nothing but praise for his former manager. He said: “I felt isolated out on the wing and I wasn’t able to do what I wanted to do and give my best for the club. He [benitez] listened to me, and gave me more responsibility which was what I wanted. I had a good relationship with him. “He speaks very good English which helps me. I was able to speak to him a lot. We had things in common from working in England. I just enjoyed working with him.” It's happening! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 If their ambition is to challenge for honours, we might see a few over-the-top signings like Bale, Stones, James Rodriguez first to be honest. The elite will obviously still go to the established clubs but those sorts of names will be a statement of where they’re trying to go. Think there’ll be a mix of hit & misses, with a few ‘Galactico’ names who flop as they try to get where they want but they’ll still be huge for the club in spreading the brand again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 If their ambition is to challenge for honours, we might see a few over-the-top signings like Bale, Stones, James Rodriguez first to be honest. The elite will obviously still go to the established clubs but those sorts of names will be a statement of where they’re trying to go. Think there’ll be a mix of hit & misses, with a few ‘Galactico’ names who flop as they try to get where they want but they’ll still be huge for the club in spreading the brand again. Apparently that’s what they want to avoid. If so then they need to steer clear from bale. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_69 Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Bale would be a good strategic move but not necessarily a good footballing one. Bringing someone like him here would be a strong signal to other players that the club is attractive, on the up and a good career move. Even just having the chance to play alongside Bale would be a strong enough attraction for some players to sign. Then there's the PR the move would generate...... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh74 Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Potentially 4 players? Possibly 1 striker,2 centre midfielders and 1 centre half. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Transfer values are going to decrease massively because of this crisis, be lots of clubs who will need to sell. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufcjmc Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Potentially 4 players? Possibly 1 striker,2 centre midfielders and 1 centre half. I dont know and have no clue on names but I am hoping 60-70m on one striker young (under 26))and one you can build around 20-30m on an older striker or depending on formations a new number 10 (switch the 60/70m spend on this player depending on formation) age not as much as an issue as long as your not stuck with a 37 year old on 300k a week 25m right back 25m left back 50m new central midfield player so hoping for 5 minimum, obviously great point by neesy clubs will find it hard to hold onto players when there is a bigger need to balance books coupled that with modest player sales say 10/20 million we may be able to get another high quality player or get rid of the dead wood and have some higher calibre squad players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevo Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 None of the league want us to be Saudi rich lads so we should just go out there and buy the best players from most other Premier League clubs. That'll show our intent Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Transfer values are going to decrease massively because of this crisis, be lots of clubs who will need to sell. Will be interesting to see how it pans out, as I'm sure the same will apply for buying clubs ability to offer competitive wages. Will players want to move on in the same frequency as before if they know they will most likely get a worse deal than they are currently on? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 With a manager that can motivate him (not an easy task) Bale's still a monumental goalscorer. Could do worse as long as trophy signings go. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Personally my number one target would be this decade’s Vincent Kompany. No idea who that is but that is what I’d like most of all Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Spaceman Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Personally my number one target would be this decade’s Vincent Kompany. No idea who that is but that is what I’d like most of all Imagine being in the mix for players like that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Personally my number one target would be this decade’s Vincent Kompany. No idea who that is but that is what I’d like most of all Upamecano. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 If their ambition is to challenge for honours, we might see a few over-the-top signings like Bale, Stones, James Rodriguez first to be honest. The elite will obviously still go to the established clubs but those sorts of names will be a statement of where they’re trying to go. Think there’ll be a mix of hit & misses, with a few ‘Galactico’ names who flop as they try to get where they want but they’ll still be huge for the club in spreading the brand again. Think that's a fair point actually. We have sort of got used to the idea of wanting great long term value out of every signing, but with the deep pockets of the Saudis, they would probably not blink at spending plenty on big name players who are approaching over the hill status. £100m down the drain would probably be worth it for the exposure worldwide, and short term results that it would bring. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Transfer values are going to decrease massively because of this crisis, be lots of clubs who will need to sell. Will be interesting to see how it pans out, as I'm sure the same will apply for buying clubs ability to offer competitive wages. Will players want to move on in the same frequency as before if they know they will most likely get a worse deal than they are currently on? Some (older footballers in particular) would likely take a bit of a worse deal if its a longer deal than the one they are currently on. Its going to be fascinating and kinda horrible to watch teams lower down the pecking order (championship and lower in particular) having to flog probably everyone because they can't afford to pay them without gate revenue for the forseeable Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 Wonder who we’re going to get as our chief scout Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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