tarie4 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 2 hours ago, r0cafella said: 26 is peak for that position. He wouldn't be a "bad" signing im certain of that, but as I mentioned I'd prefer a more strategic approach. I wouldn't sign anyone who wouldn't appreciate it value at this stage. I see where you're coming from, even if I don't agree. I need a top-notch forward, and Mbuemo's the one for me. He's got a Premier League pedigree, and his goal and assist numbers are insane. Let's just agree to disagree. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarie4 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 1 hour ago, Gola said: With Mbeumo, am sure if he does well for us we can ship him to Saudi for a ridiculous fee later on. We don't need to get a crazy fee for him, we're good with the cash, but PSR headroom's the issue. Even if we move him after four years for 25 million, we'll still profit on PSR. It's just like Almiron and Maxi, that's what we need. Think Bruno, or big Joe – they'll depreciate over the next couple of seasons. If we sell either for 30 million to the Saudis or whoever in 2028, we'll make a nice PSR profit. That's why I don't get the resale value argument. We wanna make the Champions League every year and fight for the title, and you can't do that by selling your best players. So resale value shouldn't even be a discussion with PIF backing us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumbheed Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 (edited) I feel like Mbuemo is a Barnes type signing, which is no bad thing, but not the player to take us to the next level. Finding a player who can break through a packed defence should be our priority, and Mbuemo's never been tested in that realm - he's also untested in European competition. I'm not agaisnt signing him, his record and consistency speaks for itself but I think there's at least 3 better options out there and all cheaper and younger. Edited May 24 by Thumbheed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stottie Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Mbeumo has got four goals in five starts playing CF this season. This brings lots of extra value to what he offers at RW. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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The Prophet Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 (edited) 23 minutes ago, Thumbheed said: I feel like Mbuemo is a Barnes type signing, which is no bad thing, but not the player to take us to the next level. Finding a player who can break through a packed defence should be our priority, and Mbuemo's never been tested in that realm - he's also untested in European competition. I'm not agaisnt signing him, his record and consistency speaks for itself but I think there's at least 3 better options out there and all cheaper and younger. Personally don't think that has been an issue for some time. Edited May 24 by The Prophet Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norseman Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 11 minutes ago, The Prophet said: Big profit after the underwhelming season he’s just had. No thank you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toon25 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Wouldn't go near Pedro for the prices mentioned. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menace Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Brighton will sell him for double what they paid and sign some afghan from the dutch league who turns out to be class Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Call me old fashioned, but I don't want a player who tries to clothes line someone with his elbow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumbheed Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 (edited) 32 minutes ago, The Prophet said: Personally don't think has been an issue for some time. Since December, aye, but not really my point, which is that we always need to be more incisive up top. Furthermore if we're to stand a chance in Europe we need to consider we'll be up against well organised, higher quality defences. I also think more teams will sit back against us next year as that gap in quality becomes more and more pronounced after what is hopefully a significant summer transfer window for us. Not really an argument for why I don't want Mbuemo, just why my preference would be elsewhere. Edited May 24 by Thumbheed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 8 minutes ago, Thumbheed said: Since December, aye, but not really my point, which is that we always need to be more incisive up top. Furthermore if we're to stand a chance in Europe we need to consider we'll be up against more well organised, higher quality defences. I also think more teams will sit back against us next year as that gap in quality becomes more and more pronounced after what is hopefully a significant summer transfer window for us. Not really an argument for why I don't want Mbuemo, just why my preference would be elsewhere. Fair. We've scored 68 goals this session (3rd highest in the league), last season 85 goals (4th highest in the league). That's been roughly in line with expected goals too. Generally speaking, I do think we need more players who are comfortable on the ball. It'll help our overall team structure and control of games. I don't think it's the essential trait for our right winger though. I think we're probably aiming for something like Klopp's Liverpool. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wong989 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Don't know anything about him other than his highlights, but we're being linked with Martin Baturina, a Croatian attacking midfielder rated around 20-25mil. Love that we're being linked wiith this kind of signing. Really hope we are able to pick up a more technical midfielder as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Is there a shite royalty free music site that all these football highlight channels all use? Need NFL style player highlights where its just highlights, no music. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbo Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 I’m a fan of Pedro but the numbers being mentioned are Chelsea/Saudi league bait. I wouldn’t offer anywhere near what they would accept. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andycap Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 37 minutes ago, Norseman said: Big profit after the underwhelming season he’s just had. No thank you. He's been great for Brighton this year minus the red cards mind. 😂 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 29 minutes ago, andycap said: He's been great for Brighton this year minus the red cards mind. 😂 If you strip out penalties he averages less than 1 goal in 4 full 90s. Not someone who should be playing at a higher level than Brighton or going for more than the £30m they paid for him imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Just me who thinks Pedro would be a brilliant signing ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 1 minute ago, SUPERTOON said: Just me who thinks Pedro would be a brilliant signing ? Wouldn’t start for me if all were fit, but he’s definitely got something about him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 1 minute ago, Rich said: Wouldn’t start for me if all were fit, but he’s definitely got something about him. Exact type of versatility across the frontline we need as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 I like the idea of Mbuemo as we could go longer to him when required, eliminating the need for Isak to half arse aerial challenges. Sort of like Liverpool do with Salah. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufc123 Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 15 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: Just me who thinks Pedro would be a brilliant signing ? Its a little bit like Cunha. Doesnt lock down any of our weak positions. Would even cost more than Cunha. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gola Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 I like Pedro a lot but he's always injured. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoreOfNUFC Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Palace want Miley .. not that they'll get him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingxlnc Posted May 24 Share Posted May 24 Would prefer Cunha over Pedro Can play behind Isak too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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