The Prophet Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 1 minute ago, sushimonster85 said: I actually think The Guardian don't run with this unless they have had it confirmed on both sides, and are pretty confident that's the end of it. Wouldn't be shocked to see another target emerge tomorrow. Or a renewed bid for an existing one. The second bid will almost certainly be knocked back, but it seems they're still negotiating. I'm guessing this gets done as an undisclosed fee. Leicester will claim it was near the £60 million mark and we'll breif local journos that it was much lower than that to comply with our budget. Everyone saves face. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdm Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 10 minutes ago, Kid Icarus said: Maddison's really good like, but putting that amount of money down on him alone, in a position that isn't an immediate priority? Not for me Jeff, I'd be keeping Bruno in his influential role, going for a dedicated DM, and putting that money to use on Diaby or similar. You have no idea how Howe wants to use him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancing Brave Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 On SSN yellow band Leicester reject second bid from Newcastle United.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 11 minutes ago, Kid Icarus said: Maddison's really good like, but putting that amount of money down on him alone, in a position that isn't an immediate priority? Not for me Jeff, I'd be keeping Bruno in his influential role, going for a dedicated DM, and putting that money to use on Diaby or similar. I personally think we'd get more from Maddison & Almiron/Fraser, than we would from Diaby & Willock/Longstaff/Shelvey. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Fact it's taken this long points towards both parties talking. Feel cautiously optimistic about this. Next step with be meeting in the middle and an undisclosed fee. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Next. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheHoob Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 WE GO AGAIN Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBez comesock Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Would it not make sense for a 3rd bid ? all out £40m Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBez comesock Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 (edited) Just now, JonBez comesock said: Would it not make sense for a 3rd bid ? all out £40m Plus a milky way Edited August 2, 2022 by JonBez comesock Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonesJones Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 2 minutes ago, Optimistic Nut said: I personally think we'd get more from Maddison & Almiron/Fraser, than we would from Diaby & Willock/Longstaff/Shelvey. Obviously. We have nothing to go off with Diaby, could be a complete flop for all we would know. At least with Maddison we can base it on what he's already done in the league. I'd love him to sign, really think it would accelerate everything. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 12 minutes ago, BonesJones said: The amount of goal contributions he could add to us would be massive and less of a risk than say a Diaby or a ST that ends up sat on the bench behind Wilson. Not a priority but to much of an improvement to pass up imo. It doesn't sit right with me like, spending all of that money to bolster an already decent AM position and taking funds away from spending on positions where we're starting Almiron/Fraser, and are an injury away from starting Chris Wood up front. I'm sure it'll be down to things that we're not aware of (Diaby not wanting to come regardless of our offer, for example) - but it just feels a bit weird. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Just now, JonBez comesock said: Would it not make sense for a 3rd bid ? all out £40m Confuse 'em with a 38mill bid. A lower bid will be the last thing they'll expect. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groundhog63 Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 5 minutes ago, toontownman said: Fact it's taken this long points towards both parties talking. Feel cautiously optimistic about this. Next step with be meeting in the middle of a field and an undisclosed free for all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 13 minutes ago, madras said: Most deals are structured now aren't they, at least I'm lead to believe they are and we've just seen how easy it is to bring forward monies. I don't think it would be the structure like that, more the basic figure and the add ons. For example an extra 5mill if we win the Champs league compared to an extra 5mill if we get in to Europe type thing. That's down the back of the sofa money for our owners in the grand scheme of things. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theregulars Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 I get why people want him but personally I can’t stand him, he’s an arsehole of a player, would find him difficult to root for. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaztoon Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Steinberg saying 45m plus 5m add ons rejected Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timeEd32 Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 1 minute ago, Theregulars said: I get why people want him but personally I can’t stand him, he’s an arsehole of a player, would find him difficult to root for. Would be very different if he was our asshole. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 1 minute ago, Theregulars said: I get why people want him but personally I can’t stand him, he’s an arsehole of a player, would find him difficult to root for. I'm massively indifferent about it all for this reason. Happens, doesn't happen. I can see positives both sides. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 1 minute ago, Gaztoon said: Steinberg saying 45m plus 5m add ons rejected I'd say £50m is the limit like, walk away and get someone abroad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 8 minutes ago, The Prophet said: I don't see us moving on. Think we'll still do it. If we move on to lesser targets you'll get those clubs saying well if you were going to pay £45m plus £5m for Maddison we want the same for player y. We'll get this done. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 3 minutes ago, Theregulars said: I get why people want him but personally I can’t stand him, he’s an arsehole of a player, would find him difficult to root for. So was Craig Bellamy..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 3 minutes ago, Gaztoon said: Steinberg saying 45m plus 5m add ons rejected We're not getting him for less than £60m imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theregulars Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Just now, Beth said: So was Craig Bellamy..... Was different for me - I didn’t really know much about him before he joined so was neutral on him to begin with. See your point though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantail Breeze Posted August 2, 2022 Share Posted August 2, 2022 Think the next offer will be pivotal, either deal agreed or we’ll walk away. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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