Mr Misery Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 (edited) 1 hour ago, Froggy said: What's a massive contract? We've a wage structure under INEOS now. If Tonali thinks he's going to get a Casemiro deal then we're the wrong club for him. It will be £180-200k, and if that's not enough for him we'd just move on to Wharton. I do think a fans perspective is always the most important though. The reaction on here about this news has me a tad worried if we did sign him, as I was under the impression he was absolutely class. Tonali is an 8. Wharton is a 6. Tonali has an amazing engine. Wharton doesn't. Tonali misplaces passes. Wharton doesn't. I'm paraphrasing. What you after? Edited March 27 by Mr Misery Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 2 hours ago, ExiledGeordie said: Man U will give him a massive contract and they look like they’ll be in the champions league, this is the reality of football thesedays. CL opportunity and massive wages increase talks. I don't think CL even comes into the equation when someone can double, triple their wages as we found in the Summer Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 7 minutes ago, Mr Misery said: Tonali is an 8. Wharton is a 6. Tonali has an amazing engine. Wharton doesn't. Tonali misplaces passes. Wharton doesn't. I'm paraphrasing. What you after? A Casemiro replacement. Mainoo is about to get a new contract and he's more of an 8. The plan is a three man midfield with Fernandes, Mainoo and a new signing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 1 hour ago, Froggy said: What's a massive contract? We've a wage structure under INEOS now. If Tonali thinks he's going to get a Casemiro deal then we're the wrong club for him. It will be £180-200k, and if that's not enough for him we'd just move on to Wharton. I do think a fans perspective is always the most important though. The reaction on here about this news has me a tad worried if we did sign him, as I was under the impression he was absolutely class. He is, the reaction to him would have been very different 3-4 months ago. People just have tremendously short memories, the team have performed badly overall for the most part so it's not surprising individual performances have degraded. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 8 minutes ago, duo said: I don't think CL even comes into the equation when someone can double, triple their wages as we found in the Summer Nobody had their wages doubled or tripled from what you offered. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coffee_Johnny Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Of course he scores. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Just now, Coffee_Johnny said: Of course he scores. I think you could score against N.I. Johnny. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBG Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Bet he's not even Italian. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curva Sud Milano Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 3 minutes ago, TBG said: Bet he's not even Italian. Then he could be a gentleman. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEFAFWISP Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 I thought Ugarte was the missing piece? Or was he shit all along? Weird how coveted Tonali is given all the scouts on here think he's wank. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 30 minutes ago, Froggy said: Nobody had their wages doubled or tripled from what you offered. Man U throw money at players mate - it's why you always struggle to get rid Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
UncleBingo Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 I get the feeling he has either checked out, or is in the process of doing so. Sell him, and use the money to bring Anderson back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 3 minutes ago, duo said: Man U throw money at players mate - it's why you always struggle to get rid We used to for sure but not anymore as there's a wage structure under INEOS. None of our signings under INEOS are on more than £195k. Tonali would be offered in and around that amount, with a bonus obviously. Maybe a 20% pay rise from what he's on now, but nothing you couldn't match. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Wage structure- howay man Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbydazzla Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 I thought he looked much happier playing for Italy than he does when playing for us. His body language looked more relaxed and the expressions on his kipper were much more positive. It was like seeing happy Sandro dancing in Dontino's when we're used to seeing unhappy Sandro working in Accounts Payable at Egger. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curva Sud Milano Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 This is the horrible season he's had... I had to stop in mid-September because I can only quote 50 messages, but it's like this until the end of October. Then he had two or three bad months, and then since the end of January I think he's playing better. Trippier is having a horrible season, certainly not Sandro. On 16/08/2025 at 18:39, SUPERTOON said: Absolutely class today. On 16/08/2025 at 19:01, TRon said: He was even better than last season, and I didn't think that was possible. On 16/08/2025 at 19:04, Vinny Green Balls said: People are so hyper focused on Isak because of his position. But this guy is something else. Pace, vision, combativeness, 90 minute engine, great reader of the game...he's the perfect midfielder. On 16/08/2025 at 19:09, TRon said: Not only was he winning the ball in the 50-50's, his first touch immediately following was often sublime, putting him in great positions to start the counter attacks. It was elite football, and we are going to have the top clubs lusting after him this season I reckon. On 16/08/2025 at 19:09, PauloGeordio said: His turn of pace never ceases to amaze me. He glides across the pitch, then he’s all over his man. Pleasure to have him and watch him do his thing. On 16/08/2025 at 19:10, TRon said: Exactly. Tonali was the only player I thought about when considering who would be next in line for the vultures if we cave on Isak. On 16/08/2025 at 19:10, RUHRLYASLEEVESUP said: Irreplaceable On 16/08/2025 at 19:28, Paully said: Unbelievable player! On 16/08/2025 at 19:31, Ikon said: Our best player. On 16/08/2025 at 19:33, Norseman said: He’s sublime. Everything about him is class. And his commitment. Always available, never complains, always dependant. 90 minutes every game, no problem. Hope we can reward him with a new contract soon. On 16/08/2025 at 19:39, BennyBlanco said: Superb today. Composed, brilliant engine and absolutely bossed that midfield. Hate to say it but he carried Bruno a fair chunk as well today. On 16/08/2025 at 20:03, JT24 said: Build everything around him. On 18/08/2025 at 21:53, relámpago blanco said: Best CM in the league. It's odd he never gets mentioned alot by the press given his pedigree. On 19/08/2025 at 00:23, Mike said: He was predictably fucking everywhere. I love him so much. On 26/08/2025 at 00:11, KaKa said: Was freaking out every second he stayed on and continued playing with his arm pinned to his side. If he doesn't get injured we don't give up that goal at the end. I hope he's fine and it isn't serious. On 26/08/2025 at 00:12, greydos said: Best player on the world got injured. Gutted. Hope it’s not too serious. Rugger players get “Stingers” all the time and come back in a few weeks. I’ve never known what one is but I hope it’s just that On 26/08/2025 at 07:36, Menace said: He was bombing it around the pitch with a shoulder that was slanted ffs He's a complete warrior. On 26/08/2025 at 12:19, Mattoon said: One of the best midfielders in the league, we have to have him back but not at the risk of further injury. Someone needs to rake that skinny freak Ekitike for this. On 30/08/2025 at 09:14, CPL said: He was my main concern from Monday. This guy is irreplaceable and him and Bruno are the main reasons we will tear up teams in the league. On 31/08/2025 at 00:49, huss9 said: was everywhere again today. needs help. On 31/08/2025 at 00:52, Lotus said: Looked our best player by a mile today. Passing was so crisp and ‘Italian’. On 31/08/2025 at 09:57, Newcastle Fan said: Elite Mentality and very pleased his shoulder is ok, hopefully we'll have him fit for most of this season. On 05/09/2025 at 21:33, Robster said: Fucking brilliant, man. What a player. On 05/09/2025 at 22:31, Moose said: I absolutely love this man. I'm not ready for the day he leaves. On 13/09/2025 at 17:59, nufc123 said: Another game where hes everywhere. On 13/09/2025 at 17:59, Menace said: He's clearly our best player like On 13/09/2025 at 18:00, jonny1403 said: World class. On 13/09/2025 at 18:01, Ginola said: Machine On 13/09/2025 at 18:04, Amir_9 said: The engine on this guy, seriously. Elite maestro to boot. On 13/09/2025 at 18:05, Gallowgate Toon said: He just gets better and better. Fabulous, fabulous player. On 13/09/2025 at 18:07, gbandit said: Man of the match by an absolute country mile On 13/09/2025 at 18:07, Memphis said: What a joy it is to watch this guy dominate the pitch. He’s in control at all times. Cool as fuck as well. On 13/09/2025 at 18:26, Elliottman said: One of his best games for us, head and shoulders above everyone on the pitch. Destroyer of Worlds this bloke. On 13/09/2025 at 18:52, Willow said: So. Fucking. Good On 13/09/2025 at 18:53, John P said: Best player on the pitch by a mile On 13/09/2025 at 18:53, Newcastle Fan said: What a fucking beast this guy is, leaves nothing on the pitch. On 13/09/2025 at 18:54, Elliottman said: Cant really think of anyone who came close to him over the 90. Fabby maybe. Fantastic footballer, engine is ridiculous. On 13/09/2025 at 18:56, Pata said: He just dominates both physically and technically and never tires, amazing player. On 13/09/2025 at 18:57, Bally21 said: He is the dog's bollocks... ran the show... get this lad a new contract...I hope our future is centred around him On 13/09/2025 at 18:59, M4 said: So good.. The only one who had the awareness, the precision, the proper weight and calmness in his passing. Neutralised so many situations. His shot off the post.... That goal would have been epic, and so fitting of his match. Agonising! On 13/09/2025 at 19:15, Ikon said: Cheat code General! On 13/09/2025 at 19:17, TRon said: Felt like I was watching a literally flawless performance. On 13/09/2025 at 19:28, Rich said: Fucking hell. Might be his best overall showing, that. Unreal. On 13/09/2025 at 20:48, Palestoon said: Playing with Tonali is like having an extra man in midfield. Covers absolutely everything and never stops. Key to everything we do On 13/09/2025 at 20:50, gbandit said: Probably the biggest cheat code player I can remember for us On 13/09/2025 at 20:53, Danh1 said: Unbelievable player. One of the finest to wear the black and white ganzi On 13/09/2025 at 21:08, Jaqen said: It's mad how he seems so underrated outside of Newcastle fans, like Feel like champions league performances will probably change that this season. On 13/09/2025 at 21:54, La Parka said: Best central midfielder to ever play for the club. Even better than Nicky butt and Alan Smith On 14/09/2025 at 09:47, Funtime Frankie said: I think the debate is if he's the best CM in our history. IMO he's the best I have seen in 30 years of supporting the club On 21/09/2025 at 17:45, Newcastle Fan said: What a fucking engine on him, it will be good to rest him against Bradford though and keep him fresh for Arsenal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lish007 Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 I wonder what it must be like to be a Man Utd fan and not realise how absolutely elitist and corrupt your team is, thinking you've had it really tough and everyone should feel sorry for you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 His dip in form and fatherhood overlapped. If we sell him to Man United I will melt Froggy into glass and drink coffee from his bones. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixx Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 If we get a decent fee for him I'm not too fussed. These things are bound to happen and he really hasn't been great this season. It's also possible to look at things this way; if we get a big fee for him it really hammers home Howe's player development ability. He more than doubled Isak's value and could turn a really nice profit on Tonali. He's probably also doubled Bruno's value and increased Gordon's even if his fee was very high (a lot of people laughed at that initially). Needless to say what he's done for Joelinton, Murphy, Schar et al. I think the concept of player development is a bit underrated. Players carreer trajectories aren't predetermined destiny. Under Howe the club is really building a reputation for player development which not only turns a penny into a pound but significantly helps us in the transfer market. Players and their agents know this is a place to make proper strides forward in their carreers which should give us an advantage. Well that's enough optimism for the day. Back to the moping grindstone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Selling him to man united or any other English club that matter would be awful. Selling our crown jewels to other PL clubs is rancid. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RUHRLYASLEEVESUP Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 11 minutes ago, Curva Sud Milano said: This is the horrible season he's had... I had to stop in mid-September because I can only quote 50 messages, but it's like this until the end of October. Then he had two or three bad months, and then since the end of January I think he's playing better. Trippier is having a horrible season, certainly not Sandro. Things have changed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 (edited) 21 minutes ago, Curva Sud Milano said: This is the horrible season he's had... I had to stop in mid-September because I can only quote 50 messages, but it's like this until the end of October. Then he had two or three bad months, and then since the end of January I think he's playing better. Trippier is having a horrible season, certainly not Sandro. Interestingly those are all quotes from very early season. Re Trippier, Hes a back up playing in a defence that isnt getting defended by those in front. Edited March 27 by madras Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 14 minutes ago, Curva Sud Milano said: This is the horrible season he's had... I had to stop in mid-September because I can only quote 50 messages, but it's like this until the end of October. Then he had two or three bad months, and then since the end of January I think he's playing better. Trippier is having a horrible season, certainly not Sandro. He has a great engine and gets back really well in defensive transitions. Those are his two consistent strong points. Been very disappointed in his ability to help facilitate play from the back and take a bit more charge in midfield when we have the ball. He doesn't move around that well to find space to receive the ball and when he gets the ball he can be quite sloppy with it. Also, outside of defensive transitions, when we are under pressure and need to keep defensive shape, he tends to also get drawn out of position. I genuinely don't think he'll be a big loss to the team, not anywhere near the same way Bruno G would. I'm quite confident we'll be able to replace him adequately without too much palaver, and in a way I'd be quite eager to see if we could actually get an improvement as far as adding some more control and composure in that midfield 6 position. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 Time for Tonali to gain his hero status by committing to stay for another season to help us get back into the CL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KennyUtd Posted March 27 Share Posted March 27 No disrespect, well maybe a little, but Man U???? Fuck off man. If it was Arsenal or City or Liverpool even but Man U. Fuck sake. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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