loki679 Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 9 minutes ago, Skeletor said: "They looked like they were going to be relegated. Now they're not I'm interested." That's a harsh take. He's a young lad just breaking through into the first team, can't blame him for wanting a bit of stability in his first season and not feeling ready for a move to the PL just then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 3 minutes ago, loki679 said: That's a harsh take. He's a young lad just breaking through into the first team, can't blame him for wanting a bit of stability in his first season and not feeling ready for a move to the PL just then. If you say so. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 17 minutes ago, Skeletor said: "They looked like they were going to be relegated. Now they're not I'm interested." It was nowt like thst with him. He said at the time the decision was too big to make so quickly. Fair play to him for not just jumping at the 1st chance to chase the money. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 We're really cutting off our noses if we don't try to sign players this summer just because they weren't convinced in January Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xLiaaamx Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 He was 19, and we gave him half a day to decide if he was ready. Our own fault for not agreeing a price 10 days earlier. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 Seems like a sensible lad, particularly for a 19 year old. He said it the time it was too big a decision to make, particularly as he'd only just broke into the Reims side. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abacus Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 2 hours ago, SUPERTOON said: Spanish press saying we will pay an extra 14 million euros to Atletico now we are safe. Always seemed odd that £25m was being quoted, and then suddenly he was announced and it was half that. Not sure what was in it for Atletico, mind, since at that point we looked dead certs to be relegated, so they couldn't count on that extra £12-13m. Makes me wonder if there was something in the deal meaning they got their player back if we did go down, so they wouldn't lose out. I've just made that last bit up, of course, but if there was anything along those lines agreed, then it wouldn't be that different from a loan to buy type arrangement. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leffe186 Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 3 hours ago, elbee909 said: "Albeit perhaps not the calibre of the star-studded name many might be expecting Newcastle to target in the upcoming window, Veretout’s vast top-flight experience across Europe would help to take Eddie Howe’s side to the next level. This season, the versatile star has directly contributed to 14 goals in 48 appearances under Jose Mourinho, earning an impressive 7.13 average match rating in the process whilst making 1.5 key passes, winning 2.6 duels and taking 46.3 touches on average per league game (Sofascore). Valued at £19.80million and under contract until 2024 (Transfermarkt), Veretout presents an affordable and astute option as Newcastle boss Howe attempts to freshen up the midfield department." Did an article quote a Transfermarkt valuation?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 Veretout was linked quite a bit in January, wasn't he? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emotic Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 10 minutes ago, Rich said: Veretout was linked quite a bit in January, wasn't he? Yep. I remember Brummie gave a tidy review at the time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 2 hours ago, joeyt said: We're really cutting off our noses if we don't try to sign players this summer just because they weren't convinced in January Luckily for us the people in charge will be far more professional about our business than that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kanj Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 I wouldn’t call it a bluff, i think we’re just going to be ruthless and measured in the spend but if the deals are right they’ll do them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 We where linked with that Grimaldo in January, wonder if it’s us in for him now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 1 minute ago, SUPERTOON said: We where linked with that Grimaldo in January, wonder if it’s us in for him now. He’s really good on set pieces too and very attacking fullback (class in FIFA too) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 1 minute ago, Kanji said: He’s really good on set pieces too and very attacking fullback (class in FIFA too) I do get the feeling that is what Howe really wants in his fullbacks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 3 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: I do get the feeling that is what Howe really wants in his fullbacks. I agree, but the fact he seems to really admire and love Targett also makes me wonder what the plan is for left full back! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 Just now, Kanji said: I agree, but the fact he seems to really admire and love Targett also makes me wonder what the plan is for left full back! Just guessing and no disrespect to Targett who has been brilliant, but if we sign him this summer it will be to save money for more pressing positions imo. We will then look to upgrade over the next 1/2 seasons. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leffe186 Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 40 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: Paul Pogba, Kylian Mbappe, Jesse Lingard, Paulo Dybala, Ousmane Dembele and Gareth Bale represent a galaxy of stars who are available as free agents. One of these things is not like the others. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 3 hours ago, Abacus said: Always seemed odd that £25m was being quoted, and then suddenly he was announced and it was half that. Not sure what was in it for Atletico, mind, since at that point we looked dead certs to be relegated, so they couldn't count on that extra £12-13m. Makes me wonder if there was something in the deal meaning they got their player back if we did go down, so they wouldn't lose out. I've just made that last bit up, of course, but if there was anything along those lines agreed, then it wouldn't be that different from a loan to buy type arrangement. It was always reported when the transfer was confirmed that the lower fee also included add-ons. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abacus Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 (edited) 16 minutes ago, Conjo said: It was always reported when the transfer was confirmed that the lower fee also included add-ons. Yeah, I'm not saying there was anything dodgy about it. Just wondering what was in it for Atletico to agree to that. From their point of view, Trippier was worth X. It wouldn't make any difference to them if we were relegated or not - in fact, it looked like we would be. They'd want what he's worth. You tend to put in performance bonuses for untested younger players. Edited May 21, 2022 by Abacus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalove Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 6 hours ago, Paully said: Hope we get him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
catlover24 Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 1 hour ago, Rafalove said: Hope we get him. Hasn't even hit double digits in the farmers league this season. Next. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted May 21, 2022 Share Posted May 21, 2022 He was injured for the vast majority of the second half of the season Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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