TRon Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 15 minutes ago, The Prophet said: Providing we buy Targett, I think you're going to be disappointed. I can sort of see what he's saying though. Wilson and Schar are good players, but Targett and Joelinton aren't really going to take us forward that much. I think we might well buy Targett though because he''s a very solid defender who will be good for a team in transition. But ultimately he's short of the offensive capability that someone like Trippier provides on the other side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyc35i Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 13 minutes ago, The Prophet said: We're probably looking at something like: New keeper Trippier Schar New CB Targett New CM Bruno Joe New RW Wilson/New ST ASM I’d be happy with that for sure Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 2 minutes ago, Decky said: I'm a huge fan of Howe but we're an ever evolving project now and once the final whistle goes away to Burnley then surviving relegation is in the history books and its now about building a side to push for a European spot. Of course that all depends on the backing he gets in the summer but we're lead to believe he'll be well supported. We didn't win in our first 15 games this year and we're 1 point from 10th spot with 2 games left, so if next season is similar to this then finishing in the top half wouldn't be good enough progress for the summer and January we're expected to have. We have to push for Europe has to be judged on progress throughout the season and should rightfully come under pressure if it looks like we're failing to hit that goal. We're going to really see what he's made of now and I hope he does well because I'd love to see him here for years with success to go along with it. I really think this depends. Last season 58 points would have you in 8th, the season before 61 points would have you in 8th. If we finished 8th, but increased our points tally by 18 points and reached a domestic cup semi final, that would definetly be decent progress. Of course that all depends on our outlay in the summer. Thr bigger it is, the higher expectations will be. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 4 minutes ago, TRon said: I can sort of see what he's saying though. Wilson and Schar are good players, but Targett and Joelinton aren't really going to take us forward that much. I think we might well buy Targett though because he''s a very solid defender who will be good for a team in transition. But ultimately he's short of the offensive capability that someone like Trippier provides on the other side. To drop the likes of Schar (or Burn) and Joelinton, you're probably talking of replacing around seven first team players, if our priorities are to be believed. It just isn't going to happen if we want good quality players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 2 hours ago, The College Dropout said: So? I like Howe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 22 minutes ago, The Prophet said: To drop the likes of Schar (or Burn) and Joelinton, you're probably talking of replacing around seven first team players, if our priorities are to be believed. It just isn't going to happen if we want good quality players. We might upgrade on Joelinton I feel, I could see another midfielder being one of the four signings. But ultimately if those players are starting next season it won't be a disaster. I agree we'll be looking to improve incrementally year on year. What I do feel quite strongly though, is that Eddie will want players who can keep the ball right from the get go next season, anyone who has a penchant for giving it away too easily will be replaced. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 1 hour ago, TRon said: I think Wilson is, only question mark against him is his availability due to repeated injuries. Other than that I consider him to be a top quality Premier striker. He's 30 and only played in 30 league matches or more in 2 out of the last 6 seasons. Only an idiotic coach would rely on Wilson being fit enough to lead a charge into the top 8. Happy for him to be in the squad and an option. But not as our primary striker. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 1 hour ago, The Prophet said: Providing we buy Targett, I think you're going to be disappointed. Not guaranteed to sign Targett because we think we can do better and I love that for us. Fundamentally - in practically every department we could do with an upgrade to make the top 8. Dubs - don't think he's top 8 quality but not far off Fullback - Targett isn't Central defence - absolutely not. At least 1 needs replacing. As a back 5 - it has zero pace. Central midfield - nope. I think neither of Bruno's partners are top 8 quality. Either they have it physically but not technically. Or vice versa. At least 1 needs replacing. Wide players - nope. At least 1 needs replacing. Striker - Nope. Need a new one. Would happily bring in 6 to start as a minimum. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 20 minutes ago, Conjo said: I like Howe Get results or move on. They want to make elite football a closed shop. I like Howe too - hope he does well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 36 minutes ago, The College Dropout said: Not guaranteed to sign Targett because we think we can do better and I love that for us. Fundamentally - in practically every department we could do with an upgrade to make the top 8. Dubs - don't think he's top 8 quality but not far off Fullback - Targett isn't Central defence - absolutely not. At least 1 needs replacing. As a back 5 - it has zero pace. Central midfield - nope. I think neither of Bruno's partners are top 8 quality. Either they have it physically but not technically. Or vice versa. At least 1 needs replacing. Wide players - nope. At least 1 needs replacing. Striker - Nope. Need a new one. Would happily bring in 6 to start as a minimum. Agreed but I don’t think we’ll be terribly close to a top 8 finish next season; noises from journos are suggesting a fairly ‘modest’ war chest this summer. Reckon Villa will spend more and we’ll finish behind them comfortably in mid table. But we’ll see! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 I think we'll spend more than the press are suggesting, but just not enough for 6-7 first team players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheInfiniteOdyssey Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 Agree with some of the comments here on Howe. There will be higher expectations going forward and hammerings like we endured at the weekend won’t be tolerated for much longer I don’t think. He will rightly be given time, but likewise if people are expecting the board to have unlimited patience will be in for a shock. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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duo Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 To put it into context we were hammered by arguably the best team in Europe. As have many teams. If Wood had put away his chance it 'could' have been a different outcome. When Wilson came on he showed what we've been missing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 6 minutes ago, 54 said: What a signing that would be, would blow our 50 million budget though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 9 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: What a signing that would be, would blow our 50 million budget though. No way they let him go for less than 70m imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 Osimhen is the striker we've been linked with a lot that I'd be most excited about. Just looks like a fantastic young player who will only get better. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyCisse Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 If we got him it’d be a insane statement of intent of what we’re about to do. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 We did pretty well in January considering it was the owners first proper foray into transfers, therefore that experience should serve us well for the upcoming one Can't hide my excitement for what lies ahead, this should be where the real ride begins Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 Not entirely certain what to expect from this summer window. But I Just can’t see the Saudis not go all in. They like shiny things. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Ikon said: Not entirely certain what to expect from this summer window. But I Just can’t see the Saudis not go all in. They like shiny things. I think our intentions will be to be smart with our money but if we get to August without particular key signings they will get the chequebook out. Edited May 10, 2022 by STM Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest reefatoon Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 1 hour ago, duo said: To put it into context we were hammered by arguably the best team in Europe. As have many teams. If Wood had put away his chance it 'could' have been a different outcome. When Wilson came on he showed what we've been missing. Wilson also missed two easy chances too. The score could have been something crazy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Dubious source but Fabian Ruiz alongside Bruno. https://www.footballfancast.com/newcastle-united-transfer-rumours/newcastle-fabian-ruiz-premier-league-magpies-barcelona-napoli Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 Fabian Ruiz looks a really good player. That would be exciting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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