The Skipper

Maybe because we want to give some of our younger talent a chance? Tiago is an excellent bridge for someone like Chalobah/RLC.

Why are you the least cool admin?

I agree. Difference is though, I think Mikel is comfortable and content with just a few minutes here and there, shutting down games. Ramires will be starting the big games when we shift to 4-3-3. MVG can be a good option when resting Matic.

Knew he'd probably be staying. He's a very good squad player that can come in in certain situations and do a good job for us.

Because we've never had one (or two even) of the best creators in the world in Mata or Hazard right?

Are you confusing the Spanish Herrera with the Mexican one?

Not saying he won't, but to say he'll "easily" be a top 5 player in the league when there's plenty of other great players about is stretching it IMO. That's like me saying Fabregas is already a top 5 player in the league.

No way... Aguero, RVP, Yaya, Suarez and Hazard. 5 names that he wouldn't be above already without even really thinking.

Most of these sites are quoting the goal.com article... Wouldn't say it's hotting up.

So Gotze is a better talent (by a mile) than players like Hazard, Neymar, Bale etc? Hilarious.

Funniest thing I've read on here

Wow......

Marin would be a massive addition to our squad?

Next season will be make or break for him (at CFC at least). If he still remains as inconsistent he'll either become a mere squad player or be moved on I think.

Barely anyone on here take anything that Tancredi says seriously...

His finishing isn't the most exceptional but to say he lacks finishing ability is pushing it very far.Also, his technique isn't bad either.

Why do people get so riled up about this PR stuff... It's all just lip service.

He's the guy from Goal that is reporting this whole thing...

Right wing isn't his natural position... He was shoe horned in there because of Lewandowski. He's first and foremost a striker that can play out wide, not a winger that can play up front.

Suarez would also normally just get a handful of matches but this is his third offence...

£25m.

Until Mikel is off, and until the Tiago transfer doesn't appear to be happening, it won't make sense to me. It's about squad balance and players knowing their roles. Pogba would have to start almost every game, so would Cesc, so would Matic. That means Ramires becomes pretty obsolete, Oscar won't play a lot of games (not going to happen IMO), Willian/Schurrle/Salah will have to fight for that RW spot... As it stands now, it doesn't really make sense. I love Pogba as a player, think he's the next best upcoming CM in the world but it won't happen IMO.

I really like Aubameyang (pronounced o-bam-meh-yang). If we're selling Lukaku he'd be an ideal second choice striker. He can also play on the wings pretty effectively. Would be a really nice signing IMO. Edit: Think a slightly faster, more versatile Remy for those who haven't seen him play.

I don't think so. I think Cesc, Matic, Ramires, MVG, Tiago(?), Mikel is more than enough for the midfield. It's balanced, buying Pogba is an overkill in the current situation. Unless someone like Oscar (so Cesc is the bonafide #10, but I really believe Mourinho wants Oscar there) or Ramires is off it doesn't make sense.