hakka Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 1 minute ago, Cronky said: I don't think he's much better than what we have. I'd rather spend elsewhere. He had a couple of decent runs against Dan Burn, and I wonder whether that is what's sparked off this rumour. You don't think Bowen is better than Murphy or Fraser? I'd agree we probably should look at other players, but everytime I've watched Bowen I've felt like he's a threat and putting teams on backfoot very well, even if he's not scoring or making assists. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 31 minutes ago, papo said: Bowen linked on BBC gossip column. Would love it but can’t see us spending big another winger. I think another big money winger is pretty much nailed on this summer, personally. Gordon and ASM will be fighting it out for the LW spot with Almiron and another left footed winger fighting for the right side spot. Obviously they can all play both sides but think Howe ideally wants a left footed player on the right and a right footed player on the left. My guess is that we'll make a real play for Diaby, he's been consistently mentioned as a long term target and this summer might be the time for him to make a move. Could see Bowen being the backup plan to Diaby if we're priced out of him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeloEmre Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 2 minutes ago, Cronky said: I don't think he's much better than what we have. I'd rather spend elsewhere. He had a couple of decent runs against Dan Burn, and I wonder whether that is what's sparked off this rumour. This. Bowen isn’t the player to take us to the next level imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledGeordie Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Shak said: I think another big money winger is pretty much nailed on this summer, personally. Gordon and ASM will be fighting it out for the LW spot with Almiron and another left footed winger fighting for the right side spot. Obviously they can all play both sides but think Howe ideally wants a left footed player on the right and a right footed player on the left. My guess is that we'll make a real play for Diaby, he's been consistently mentioned as a long term target and this summer might be the time for him to make a move. Could see Bowen being the backup plan to Diaby if we're priced out of him. Yeah I think we need another proper goal scoring winger who can turn and win matches. Diaby definitely fits that mould. Bowen would do well too to be fair, fits the Howe mould but I think we need top top player in this position. Edited April 7, 2023 by ExiledGeordie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbo Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 If Barca really want to sell Raphinha this summer, then we have to try for him IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 6 minutes ago, hakka said: You don't think Bowen is better than Murphy or Fraser? I'd agree we probably should look at other players, but everytime I've watched Bowen I've felt like he's a threat and putting teams on backfoot very well, even if he's not scoring or making assists. Well, I said 'much better' not 'better' and you've picked out perhaps our two least favoured wide players. He would have to replace Gordon, Miggy or ASM. Though I must say Murphy is doing a pretty effective job for us right now. Bowen has pace, strength and work rate, but I don't think he's that great technically. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixelphish Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Bowen is good but I'd be disappointed if he's high up the 'CL target list'. I think I've been spoilt massively with Ice-ak, Bruno and Botman. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 (edited) Kone/Ugarte and Cherki please. Lazy defensively though so not sure if he would fit in. Edited April 7, 2023 by Ikon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Bowen would be a perfect Howe signing tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowlingcrofty Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Be absolutely staggered if we don’t make a massive play for Diaby in the summer like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Displayname Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Upgrading Longstaff and Burn with quality players is all i want for this summer. Not bad players at all, but to me they stand out when i look at the best possible starting eleven we got right now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucasol Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Bowen isn’t going anywhere. His missus is Danny Dyer’s daughter. The thought of leaving Essex is probably grounds enough for divorce in her eyes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakka Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 32 minutes ago, Cronky said: Well, I said 'much better' not 'better' and you've picked out perhaps our two least favoured wide players. He would have to replace Gordon, Miggy or ASM. Though I must say Murphy is doing a pretty effective job for us right now. Bowen has pace, strength and work rate, but I don't think he's that great technically. Yeah my bad, some reason in my head thought you meant not better than what we have. Apologies. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Bowen is absolute quality like, I'd be chuffed if we were in for him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 1 hour ago, Nucasol said: Bowen isn’t going anywhere. His missus is Danny Dyer’s daughter. The thought of leaving Essex is probably grounds enough for divorce in her eyes. Super Toon though innit. Think of the exposure Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Yeah Bowen is a perfect fit for us, literally ticks every box. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalove Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 2 hours ago, Kimbo said: If Barca really want to sell Raphinha this summer, then we have to try for him IMO. His wages will be a big ask now? I like him but I would prefer someone like Pedro tbh. Or even Alex Scott. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyc35i Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 I really don’t think we will be after a traditional wide attacking player this summer unless a long term target becomes available (like a Diaby). We just spent a lot of money on Gordon and there will be other areas to strengthen that require more focus first. We also already have four players to fit in those positions. Obviously you want more quality there, but Murphy has actually played really well and follows the gameplay excellently and ASM has shown the quality he brings in recent weeks. I think we go after a central striker that can play out wide if need be (like an Joao Pedro) and then a Maddison type midfielder that can operate from the right or left. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 2 hours ago, Ikon said: Kone/Ugarte and Cherki please. Lazy defensively though so not sure if he would fit in. Good shout on Cherki as he’s a player, though I have the same concern regarding work rate. I was a huge HBA fan so love those effortless sort of creative types like him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 4 hours ago, ExiledGeordie said: Yeah I think the number 6 will be someone like Kone, Kephren Thuram or Alvarez from Ajax. And as you said the money we’d save might go on someone like a Diaby or Maddison. Do you not think Thuram is better as an 8? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucasol Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 Would love to sign Scott from Bristol City. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kocunar Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 (edited) 20 hours ago, Manxst said: You’re talking a record (defender) fee for him, I reckon. Plus he’s on £180kpw currently, with another three years left (not to mention at a multiple title/cup winning team). Bayern are in talks to extend and raise his current contract, supposedly. He’d be perfect, but next to zero chance at the moment. We should be able to get at minimum €40m, and over €50m if we go past the group stage. Although, UEFA coefficient will fuck us, that's why we need any European football as fast as possible. Edited April 7, 2023 by kocunar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiresias Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 6 hours ago, hakka said: I think this is where we need to continue to box smart in transfer market. If we get CL next season then absolutely we can attract some of the very top tier players if we splash the cash, but there are so many good players at smaller clubs and lower pay in Europa or CL playing teams that we can go for over the already proven talent at a major CL side etc. Just moar Isak, Botman and Bruno type signings, basically. oh i agree it's just equally going to make us an easier sell to players other clubs are sniffing around Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tiresias Posted April 7, 2023 Share Posted April 7, 2023 well duuur though does imply lascelles is out Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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