The Prophet Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Gasping for some transfer action. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyn davies Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 3 hours ago, timeEd32 said: Write an exclusive transfer story for Newcastle United in the style of The Telegraph's Luke Edwards Exclusive: Newcastle United Eye Sensational Transfer Swoop for French World Cup Winner In a stunning turn of events, Newcastle United is preparing to make waves in the transfer market with an audacious bid for French World Cup-winning midfielder, Antoine Griezmann. The Magpies' ambitious new owners, backed by their significant financial clout, are determined to propel the club to the pinnacle of English football, and the acquisition of a player of Griezmann's caliber would undoubtedly send shockwaves through the Premier League. Sources close to the deal have revealed that Newcastle's wealthy owners have been in advanced talks with Griezmann's representatives, exploring the possibility of bringing the talented playmaker to St. James' Park. The move would see Newcastle smash their transfer record, further underlining their lofty ambitions since the Saudi-led consortium took over the club... Bearing in mind we are only a couple of days into the transfer fun and games, everytime I read something it comes across as a case of desperation on our behalf anyone think the same with these continuous links tha arise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFEE Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 6 hours ago, r0cafella said: Sadly they can’t. They must capture attention with every none update or else why would we return and continue to pay our subs? Exactly. Do people not know how a news cycle works? ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Geordie Boyo Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 11 minutes ago, cannybagoftudor said: Free transfer and quite versatile apparently. Plays all over, good with a tackle and in people’s faces. Can wonder at times though into stands on occasions on the downside. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timeEd32 Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 5 hours ago, timeEd32 said: Write an exclusive transfer story for Newcastle United in the style of The Telegraph's Luke Edwards Exclusive: Newcastle United Eye Sensational Transfer Swoop for French World Cup Winner In a stunning turn of events, Newcastle United is preparing to make waves in the transfer market with an audacious bid for French World Cup-winning midfielder, Antoine Griezmann. The Magpies' ambitious new owners, backed by their significant financial clout, are determined to propel the club to the pinnacle of English football, and the acquisition of a player of Griezmann's caliber would undoubtedly send shockwaves through the Premier League. Sources close to the deal have revealed that Newcastle's wealthy owners have been in advanced talks with Griezmann's representatives, exploring the possibility of bringing the talented playmaker to St. James' Park. The move would see Newcastle smash their transfer record, further underlining their lofty ambitions since the Saudi-led consortium took over the club... TO BE CLEAR THIS WAS GENERATED BY CHAT GPT. WE HAVE NOT BEEN LINKED TO GRIEZMANN. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 If Barella and Maddison were our only two transfer this window would you consider it a success? We'd obviously look a bit short of quality in defence, but the quality of upgrade is so high I think you'd have to. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 9 minutes ago, The Prophet said: If Barella and Maddison were our only two transfer this window would you consider it a success? We'd obviously look a bit short of quality in defence, but the quality of upgrade is so high I think you'd have to. I think it would just be so needlessly stupid to not bring in a LB though, I'd struggle to not be annoyed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 10 minutes ago, The Prophet said: If Barella and Maddison were our only two transfer this window would you consider it a success? We'd obviously look a bit short of quality in defence, but the quality of upgrade is so high I think you'd have to. I’d be delighted with that. But the depth in central defence would worry me a little. Although Dan Burn could play there if needed. Meh, we’d be fine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 58 minutes ago, The Prophet said: If Barella and Maddison were our only two transfer this window would you consider it a success? We'd obviously look a bit short of quality in defence, but the quality of upgrade is so high I think you'd have to. No, I'm just surprised that reports say Howe's two priorities are midfielders when a left-back is mandatory. At the absolute least, we need a LB, CM and RW. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 25 minutes ago, Ketsbaia said: No, I'm just surprised that reports say Howe's two priorities are midfielders when a left-back is mandatory. At the absolute least, we need a LB, CM and RW. They'd cover two of the three positions you list. Though agreed a left back should and will be high up thr list of priorities. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Fact is LB isn’t as critical a position as CM. Otherwise Dan Burn wouldn’t have been able to play in a CL team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 6 minutes ago, AyeDubbleYoo said: Fact is LB isn’t as critical a position as CM. Otherwise Dan Burn wouldn’t have been able to play in a CL team. Just leave it altogether then ? I'd say its just as critical if you get the right player. Look at RB in our set up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonesJones Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 CM over LB if it was one or the other, because the drop off in performance without Bruno is bigger than if we swap Burn for Targett for example. No doubt we do need a LB though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 It depends on Howe how feels about Targett, for me. Burn did a commendable job at LB given his skillset but I wouldn't say he was good by any means. The fact that Targett didn't manage to take the job back doesn't fill me with confidence about him going forward. If it was just a fitness thing or aversion to changing something that was working and Howe likes Targett... I'd be OK with no big name LB signing. A young player that can backup Targett (with Burn being the emergency LB option) would be the minimum though, can't go into next season with Burn and Targett the only left footed defenders in the squad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Don't think Howe is ever playing Targett over Burn again unless Burn is needed in the middle. Left back absolutely a priority position for me. I know people worry about his fitness record but I think Tierney would be absolutely superb in our system. Bit of a shame it appears to have gone slightly quiet on that one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NobbySolano Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 WTF is the fascination with hating on Dan Burn? I'm not saying he will be in the UCL team if the season but he is hardly the liability you all make him to be. He was key part of the best defense in the league. When we started giving up goals towards the end it was almost never on his side or his fault. Out of all the positions we can improve or add quality, it's not even top 3. Or maybe 3rd. I would rather add depth in a lot of other spots than spend capital at LB Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Just now, NobbySolano said: WTF is the fascination with hating on Dan Burn? I'm not saying he will be in the UCL team if the season but he is hardly the liability you all make him to be. He was key part of the best defense in the league. When we started giving up goals towards the end it was almost never on his side or his fault. Out of all the positions we can improve or add quality, it's not even top 3. Or maybe 3rd. I would rather add depth in a lot of other spots than spend capital at LB He isn't a left back and one of the most obvious positions in the first team to upgrade. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NobbySolano Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 The guy played a full season at left back, for the best defense in the league, for the best manager in the league last year, and you will say to his face and his coaches that he is not a left back? Would i love a world class left back to compete and take his spot? Sure. At the cost of having no cover for Bruno, relying on ASM to stay healthy, or Almirón to have a better season than last? Go ahead and upgrade that spot, but not after you have improved depth in other much more needed and important areas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 "Say to his face" I mean, he's a CB. Clear as day. Can do a job at LB and his ability to cover there as well as being Botman's backup is going to be a great asset for years to come. Hopefully we only see him there in emergencies going forward. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 I wouldn't say it to his face no, cos he's huge. He's been a superb signing and love having him around the squad. I wouldn't even say he's clearly a CB - I think he can play both positions effectively. However if your model is to replace the weakest starters with clear upgrades (which seems to be the case) them he's obviously up there as a priority. No top club would have a full back who can't/doesn't cross the ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NobbySolano Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 The mental gymnastics here. Do a job. Yeah I'll say. It's great he can play both cb and lb. If Howe thinks he can play lb then I'll say he is a lb that can cover cb. An upgrade would be great. But I'm not fussed. And even so, i would expect heavy rotation and plenty of time for him at LB. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 His lack of pace as an lb is always a worry but he’s usually very good defensively. We also have a perfectly fine alternative in Targett. I’m more worried about what happens if Trippier were to get a lengthy injury. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tgarve Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 8 minutes ago, McCormick said: His lack of pace as an lb is always a worry but he’s usually very good defensively. We also have a perfectly fine alternative in Targett. I’m more worried about what happens if Trippier were to get a lengthy injury. Kraft Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonas Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 (edited) 45 minutes ago, NobbySolano said: WTF is the fascination with hating on Dan Burn? I'm not saying he will be in the UCL team if the season but he is hardly the liability you all make him to be. He was key part of the best defense in the league. When we started giving up goals towards the end it was almost never on his side or his fault. Out of all the positions we can improve or add quality, it's not even top 3. Or maybe 3rd. I would rather add depth in a lot of other spots than spend capital at LB There's always got to be someone for some folk. Its part of a football fans existence to be miserable and when things are going well some cant let it go entirely. Edited June 16, 2023 by Jonas Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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