Strike

Not sure about Falk's info. Romano didn't mention medical was done in London. He said agreement reached around 10 days ago. Announcement left.

I liked Eden Hazard's announcement. Just dropped it on Twitter

Its going to be Mendy. Seems like Lollichon's judgement he is the best budget option. Haven't watched him but he's bigger in size at least

Decent backup keeper for 71m

Kolarov and Young at left-back. Classic Conte. Market is shrinking for an Emerson sale.

Very clandestine if he was in London on Sunday and no one got wind of it then

Defend a cross

United had a good XI, made up a 6-point gap on Chelsea from February. Lack of depth was an issue but their first team was settled, not conceding stupid goals and the attack was creating chances. If United make an addition like Upamecano in defense then they suddenly become a serious force. Yes, he has a release clause for 2021 but I still think Leipzig will consider a higher offer this summer - maybe 60m +

Cech did hint at a GK signing

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2020/08/31/manchester-united-consider-move-rb-leipzig-defender-dayot-upamecano/ Manchester United consider move for RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano

Our fanbase is so impatient At no point has news broken that this deal is off. Not even by unreliable shit-stirrers. It was always on, just took a while to get completed.

Yep. They did a decent job with RLC to be fair

They better play him. First choice

I feel Kai's legacy will be closer to Hazard because Ronaldo had a ridiculous goal scoring burst even at United

Even clubs like Leeds and Everton are making multiple 30m moves. The league looks quite competitive this year, there could be 9-10 tough teams to face (big 6 + Leicester, Everton, Wolves)

To add to everything discussed - a cohesive attacking plan instead of relying on individual moments of magic.

Another factor in the club going for Ben over Reguillon, Tagliafico

https://theathletic.com/2029141/2020/08/28/emi-emiliano-martinez-arsenal-transfer/ Emiliano Martinez for sale (maybe even below 10m). I think this could be a decent stop-gap option. He looked comfortable as Arsenal #1 and has good handling

Unorthodox solution for the centreback spot. Not sure about how he will fare week in week out but a big lift for the dressing room and someome who will set standards everyday. Good to have Brazilians again

That is the social media game but within that Romano at least gets things right. The tosh others put out seems like even the link is made up Like Angelo Mangiante of Sky saying we've bid 50m for Declan before Sky itself played down the the rumor

Would wait to see if he's right or wrong regardless of how long it took to announce He's been reliable and isn't a known bullshitter like most others are

https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11668/12056486/thiago-silva-completes-chelsea-medical-as-paris-st-germain-confirm-exit Medical done.

Yes, same conversations where I am. The fastest vaccine so far is the vaccine for mumps and it took 4 years (science is more advanced now and more countries, groups are looking to find a vaccine but still it could be a while longer than people can realistically wait). Only the ultra rich can wait something like this out. In football, I think having a deep squad with youngsters ready to fill in when there is an outbreak will be in practice from this season.

Is the game still on?

Fair play to The Athletic - Simon Johnson called it in December.