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I think that's a bit unfair.. Alex is rated but so is Ivanovic. For big strong centre forwards, Alex is the best. No doubt, his power is a great asset. But Ivanovic is much better defender, his tackles are better than Terry's at times. And from set pieces he's much more dangerous. In terms of combination play, Terry and Ivanovic work better than Terry and Alex. Imo.

Couldn't agree more! The FA's loss can be our gain!

TheChels suggest Ivanovic will pen a 4-year deal within the week.

Damn..

If it was a loan then yes, it's excellent. But to sign someone on a 4 or 3-year deal, just to fill a squad vacancy for 3months is stupid. Especially when you have to pay £3million for it. I think he is a good player, and if it was a loan deal or something then it would've sounded great. But we're talking a permanent contract with a player who probably wouldn't feature after we get people like Benayoun back or bring in new transfers in the summer. I don't mind seeing Kalou come off the bench - As long as it's before Sturridge.

I can kind of understand it. If we're confident at the back, the attackers will have the impetus to go for an all out wave of attacks. They won't have to worry about leaks at the back so they can scrap the 1-0's Or something like that

Shall we start the TalkChelsea Agency?

But just because we have a thin squad doesn't mean we should sign any player who becomes available. That's throwing money away. Transfers should still be smart, despite a thin squad.

I hope not! Unless Ivanovic is willing to play right-back for the rest of his Chelsea days.

If this is the only signing we make. I'll be delighted.

agreed

Another bites the dust. Apparently it was his agent who advised him against Chelsea anyway. I guess the agent was worried about his pay cheque at the end of it. Hopefully we have someone else lined up - Though I wouldn't hold my breath.

oi oi Badboy The grunts do it for you?

I'd disagree. Remember, Lampard was the one who came 2nd in the Player of the World award that year, only Ronaldinho was better. I know this teams nothing in context - But I'm just saying No-one will argue Gerrard's not world class, because he is. There's no denying that. I just think Lampard's much better at what he does. Their roles in the team are quite different so you've got to take that into account too.

He plays for a non-league team. Won't even cost in the millions range

Fed all the way When's Roddick up?

18-years old. Why not.

join the club

5* all the way. Hopefully this will make us even bigger - And officially recognised as the best

Yeah. For him to sit on the bench being constantly ignored by Carlo

But there you're simply talking positional wise. Our argument here is the overall contribution to the team. The drive and skill to play for 90minutes and make that difference, to come up with the genius to pick out the right ball, on the ground or over head. You said it yourself - Gerrard only plays well when Torres is around. Lampard can do it with or without Drogba. Remember our 7-1 over Sunderland, when he got 4? No Drogba there.

Yeah Tomo's right. Sinclair is a Championship player, not a Premier League one. We gave him enough chances to shine.

Jesus. No wonder we were one of the highest paying clubs for agents But it just shows.. Agents are just as greedy and money-driven as their clients. Ridiculous fees to pay an agent.

Yeah, £18million is ridiculous. He really is a stupid guy. Sunderland is a great club now that's revived his career, and now he's stabbed them right in the heart. Awful state of affairs.

No. No. No. 100% lies. Our name's just being thrown in randomly.