RobsonsWonderland Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 So if we had no FFP restrictions... Would people have preferred we went down the Chelsea route and trade a whole new squad over two windows? Or a more settled progression where we miss out on transfer window objectives as we wait for the right player? Think there is flaws in both to be honest but still convinced that's because of Ashley and long term FFP budgets rather than the lack of desire Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holmesy Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 (edited) 18 minutes ago, Ikon said: I see more people moaning about others opinions than I see people actually saying that they are disappointed. I’m on neither side. I said yesterday that I’m fairly underwhelmed and would have liked us to have done more, not in terms of the quality we’ve brought in, but the numbers. And I stand by it. But when the season starts, I’ll be fully behind the team as always. It’s just my opinion. It might be a shit one, but it’s mine. The outrage it caused was ridiculous though. People were genuinely up in arms! Edited August 4, 2023 by Holmesy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 A couple would definitely include Livramento cos that isn't complete yet. Howe was still talking about Leicester City whilst Barnes was 20 yards away fist-bumping his new teammates. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiemag Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 I think we lack a quality wide forward, Liverpool have Salah, Arsenal have Saka, Man Utd Rashford etc. Ours are less proven. I think our midfield lacks a number 6. We need more centre back depth, ideally someone to compete with Schar and a new quality left back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 4 minutes ago, Yorkie said: A couple would definitely include Livramento cos that isn't complete yet. Howe was still talking about Leicester City whilst Barnes was 20 yards away fist-bumping his new teammates. He alluded to that at the end Yorks, will be one more after Tino all going well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 (edited) A new centre-back on top of Livramento and it's been another great window. I think our starting RW and LB could be stronger but overall happy with the squad as a top 5/6 challenger. Edited August 4, 2023 by Optimistic Nut Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 (edited) I still think a left back could happen on top of a CB but that would only be if there are any takers for Targett. Edited August 4, 2023 by ponsaelius Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 1 minute ago, ponsaelius said: I still think a left back could happen on top of a CB but that would only be if there are as takers for Targett. Oh yeah absolutely, if any bonafide squad players were to go we’d be definitely aiming to replace them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattypnufc Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Anyone expecting a late Isak type signing? I am, someone who were after suddenly comes attainable later on in the window. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Just now, mattypnufc said: Anyone expecting a late Isak type signing? I am, someone who were after suddenly comes attainable later on in the window. No chance, FFP and all that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Both because of wagebill and squad size a lot of signings going forward will definitely be dependent on trading out as well. We wouldn't carry 3 LBs + Dummett/Ritchie. So we'd only sign a leftback if Targett was to go for £10-15 million and we bring in a new first choice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Been a 8/10 window if we get Tino and a young CB. More than happy with that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Wage bill wise, loads of players out of contract next summer. Obviously some will sign new deals and others will leave, but we're currently looking at... Karius, Gillespie, Manquillo, Ritchie, Krafth, Lascelles, Schar, Dummett, Hendrick and Wilson. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest reefatoon Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 22 minutes ago, Holmesy said: I said yesterday that I’m fairly underwhelmed and would have liked us to have done more, not in terms of the quality we’ve brought in, but the numbers. And I stand by it. But when the season starts, I’ll be fully behind the team as always. It’s just my opinion. It might be a shit one, but it’s mine. The outrage it caused was ridiculous though. People were genuinely up in arms! In fairness, I wasn’t up in arms, I just like taking the piss because I am an irritating twat. I need to realise people don’t always take it that way at the time though Always hard portraying it over posts. Future reference, I’m never serious, just call me a cunt and alls good Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest reefatoon Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 9 minutes ago, mattypnufc said: Anyone expecting a late Isak type signing? I am, someone who were after suddenly comes attainable later on in the window. Think that will always be open if the right deal is there late Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Boyo Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 It’s one of those where you’ve got players who have over-achieved and yes, there needs to be improvement in certain positions along with more strength in depth without changing too much. I feel we’ve just about done that. What’s more encouraging is seeing players we wouldn’t have thought of being playing part in that all, Anderson and even young Miley. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Speaking of contracts, didn't realise Longstaff and Joelinton only have two years left. I'd imagine there will be extensions in the pipeline. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazzy Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 11 minutes ago, Dokko said: Been a 8/10 window if we get Tino and a young CB. More than happy with that. I'd go for 9/10 if we get Livramento AND a CB. Bringing in a LB is the only way to make it 10/10. Still hopeful that once Livramento comes in we can bring another top quality signing in (£40m or so) and then at least one decent loan (Lewis Hall/Felix/Chiesa). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 29 minutes ago, Holmesy said: I said yesterday that I’m fairly underwhelmed and would have liked us to have done more, not in terms of the quality we’ve brought in, but the numbers. And I stand by it. But when the season starts, I’ll be fully behind the team as always. It’s just my opinion. It might be a shit one, but it’s mine. The outrage it caused was ridiculous though. People were genuinely up in arms! I think "3 key squad players net" was always likely. Not counting people like Darlow, Lewis or Ashby in that. One more centre-back takes us to that with 4 in and Maxi out. Like ponsaelius mentioned, if we get a taker for Targett we'd likely look at another left-back too to keep us at that. We could sell Dubravka and Manquillo without the need to replace as well imo as long as we get Livramento. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Spaceman Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 It's almost like you can't judge the transfer window until after it's closed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Would have been 10/10 if we’d got McTominay over the line. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Does the September 1st deadline also apply to non-UEFA leagues? Just got visions of the Euro Leagues deadline passing then Saudi running riot hoovering up a load of players and clubs being able to do bot all about it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decky Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Would loved to have got a real quality RW and LB but if we get a CB then we’ve done very well this window. Could still maybe sort a loan to buy deal late on who knows. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Were we ever after Axel Disasi? He looks a perfect fit - shame. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nepharite Posted August 4, 2023 Share Posted August 4, 2023 Lewis Hall on loan to buy from Chelsea would be ideal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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