Kanj Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Really bummed about Krafth’s knee injury, like. Would be nice to have him playing backup for Trips. Manquillo is a gifted player who came on pretty damn well last season before Targett came in but he’s so woefully injury prone and rusty right now. Jan for me: 1. Backup RB 2. Attacking mid 3. Holding mid Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordie_b Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 In theory could a player be signed during the WC break, train with the squad but not play until January? If the selling club is willing we have the opportunity to give new signings a mini preseason and get up to speed quicker Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalove Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Do we need a back up rb? I like the two we have. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Just now, Rafalove said: Do we need a back up rb? I like the two we have. We won’t see Krafth until next season. Manquillo is really often injured and been said he could be away in Jan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, geordie_b said: In theory could a player be signed during the WC break, train with the squad but not play until January? If the selling club is willing we have the opportunity to give new signings a mini preseason and get up to speed quicker It would never happen Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 4 minutes ago, Rafalove said: Do we need a back up rb? I like the two we have. Manq has barely played this season, not sure we can rely on him being fit. Could really do with a right back to rotate in otherwise Trippier is going to have play close to 50 games this season if England go far and he's going down injured every game at the moment Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 (edited) 4 hours ago, Klaus said: The owners will see we are on the cusp of getting into Europe (ahead of schedule) and will give us whatever we need to get that top 6 finish. Only FFP can hold us back. I actually disagree with this, I dont think the initial plan for January will have changed much if at all due to where we are in the league. I dont expect Howe will want to bring in extra numbers in the hope of staying where we are, so much of his philosophy seems to be heavily structured around squad harmony/man management and we've seen the evidence of how good he is at this (Miggy being the latest example). Imo its a risk to go out and sign 3/4 extra players and expect them to bed in the squad quickly in January more so when you consider our current league position, the team flying in the league might not make it any easier to get them gelling in decent time.. as we know more good players does not always equal a higher league finish. Getting the balance right will be very important on keeping up this momentum. What I think will change though is some of the targets we were looking at, we might be aiming a bit higher than we were during the summer now.. I do think we will go back for in Maddison though. Edited November 6, 2022 by Nine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Reet I'm going to throw something out there.... you know there is a PL goalscorer who has recently had itchy feet, wants to become to the all time leading PL goalscorer, is desperate for a trophy before the end of his career and who's contract runs out in 18 months. Look, I'm just saying for the first time in my mind have I even considered the idea that we might be able to sign someone of his calibre. I know we love Callum but he's hardly mister reliable and we have to be thinking ahead. Don't hate me for my lunacy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Edgar Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Fuck that gimp. We can do better than a creaking 30 year old who likes to dive about and hurt people with snide tackles. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheInfiniteOdyssey Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 I think we will try for Joao Pedro again. There were also strong rumours of Edson Álvarez at the end of the window, and with Ajax now out of the Champions League, perhaps that may be revisited. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbelievable Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Still hope we steer well clear of Alvarez. Just never once really impressed me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemtizz Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Alvarez looks dreadful. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manxst Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Chelsea bid for him in the summer didn’t they? Wonder if they’ll go back in again? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
maze Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Would be nice if we could shift some players for a change… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsunami Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Howe has got a fantastic tune out of these players. January will be very interesting, if we do buy we need to make sure the rhythm and style isn’t interrupted. Longstaff is probably most at risk for an upgrade - though his work rate has been pretty impressive lately. Get it right and top 6 is a real possibility. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToonScotman Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 14 minutes ago, TheInfiniteOdyssey said: I think we will try for Joao Pedro again. There were also strong rumours of Edson Álvarez at the end of the window, and with Ajax now out of the Champions League, perhaps that may be revisited. 2 really good shouts. However having watched Ajax this season a good few times 2 players who massively impressed me have been Mo Kudus (nearly signed for Everton in the summer) and Kenneth Taylor. Would also love to sign Jurrien Timber he can play RB and CB very similar to Lisandro Martinez play style. At CB Botman height would compliment him very well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 A CB who can play RB would be perfect for us. Cover for when Krafth is out and then cover for after Lascelles leaves. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbelievable Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Timber will be first choice at the WC. Think he’s beyond us sadly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginola Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 I'm definitely getting carried away but if we get Maddison our right side will be absolutely disgusting. Bruno, Tripps and Miggy are already shredding teams, add Maddison to the right side of our midfield 3 and noone stands a chance defending against those 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, Ginola said: I'm definitely getting carried away but if we get Maddison our right side will be absolutely disgusting. Bruno, Tripps and Miggy are already shredding teams, add Maddison to the right side of our midfield 3 and noone stands a chance defending against those 4 Leaving the left wide open to Maxi, Willock and Isak Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikky Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 1 hour ago, STM said: A CB who can play RB would be perfect for us. Cover for when Krafth is out and then cover for after Lascelles leaves. Totally agree with this idea - exactly what I want aswell - has to be of a really good technical standard Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 I have no worries that whoever we go for is going to be good. I’m just going to try and keep to my own promise not to keep refreshing and enjoy it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 46 minutes ago, PauloGeordio said: Leaving the left wide open to Maxi, Willock and Isak Gotta be Joelinton instead of Willock? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted November 6, 2022 Share Posted November 6, 2022 Isak is going to absolutely destroy teams by the way. Just wait. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonesJones Posted November 7, 2022 Share Posted November 7, 2022 (edited) 37 minutes ago, Kanji said: Isak is going to absolutely destroy teams by the way. Just wait. 100% agree. Can't wait for his return, he's going to be our main man going forward imo. The little glimpses we've seen have been so sxciting, such a slick and classy player. Also really surprised how quick he is! If he stays fit and gets a good run in the team I bet he becomes alot of peoples favourite. Edited November 7, 2022 by BonesJones Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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