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I personally don't see the problem in loaning him to a Premiership side. 1) he gets experience 2) any goals he scores hurt our opposition 3) he won't play against us in loaned team, potentially making them weaker I honestly cannot see a downside? Happy to be proved wrong tho

LOL - Do you know the starting 11, can you predict the form or injuries of any of our players (god forbid there is none!) - Simple answer: No... (neither can I)... So let's see how the season pans out... I'm sure KDB will get his chance, as will all of our players and if it's not to be - then unfortunately, that's life... Every post (excepting the Korean branch of New Malden) - should be a positive post - this is an amazing signing and could keep us in Brazilians for years to come! The only 'brazilian' I'd like to now check out is Eva's...

KDB will stay play! C'mon seriously - this isn't FIFA or FM - players need to be rotated - dip in/out of form, get injuries etc... Sometimes this board infuriates me - it's called a DEEP SQUAD - SQUAD, not starting 11 - we need a DEEP SQUAD... Honestly... (deep breath, go home from work and play CS: Global Offensive...) - then wake up at 3:30am to watch Chelsea

Think that's pretty unfair to Sturridge - when RDM took over the team, he didn't really give Sturridge a chance as he didn't fit his formation. Up until then, Studge had been one of the most consistent performers, admittedly in a shocking performing team. I think Studge + RDM need to learn to work together, yes Studge is unhappy at not being a 'central' striker - but that's (if managed correctly) a good thing - shows he has self confidence and belief. I also think RDM didn't help by not playing him, as then Studge tried too hard and tried to be the 'winner' - shooting instead of passing etc. He is a great talent and just needs managing properly... As for Cavani - haven't seen enough of him week in/week out to decide - but if it was between him + Hulk - I'd prefer Hulk... EDIT: I don't know why - just like the name Hulk... Hearing a team line-up with the name HULK in it just seems great. I know - not a footballing decision and I'm probably the biggest idiot ever, but Hulk just sounds so CFC

Yeah but fair play to him - I would be annoyed if 'my' manager was being approached and to be fair to Liverpool, they did kinda disrespect Wigan + Martinez (Who I actually like)... I'm hoping Liverpool get relegated - sick of their 'big club' rubbish and overhyped everything...

Awesome deal... That's Sauber, Samsung, Gazprom + many more I cannot even begin to remember... This is how we will beat the FFP rules - Football is a commercial business, we have done what needs to be done to ensure a significant amount of money rolls in each month. I mean, with soaring Energy prices in the UK - this deal could literally save TONS of money - money that would have been dead to us... I must admit, was initially sceptical of Gourlay - but credit where credit is due - he is earning Chelsea LOTS of transfer credits I don't think we'll need to rename the Stadium just yet - but it's worth keeping up our sleeve as an 'ace in the hole' - and I wouldn't be surprised in the future if Stadiums were re-named Annually - just before Year End... E.g. Sports Direct Arena 2011/12 Sports Direct.Com Arena 2012/13 Sports Direct Arena 2013/14 Sports Direct.com Arean 2014/15 You get my drift - each one could be negotiated with a slightly different wording - and of course, just cause could be found for terminating the original deal >x years in favour of the current club. Morally reprehensible, but business is business...

Hey Capriccioso, Ok, on paper the 'extra amount' of games might be negligble - but let's look at some facts: 1) We want to win the Super Cup + World Club Cup 2) We finished WAY behind the MANC teams last year 3) We DID lack depth and breadth of the squad 4) EVERYBODY will be trying to beat us - we are the Team with the 'bullseye' painted on, everybody wants to beat the European Champions... Every game will be like an FA Cup game... All it takes are a few key injuries and our team looks very light. Yes, nobody is going to come for just 10-15 games a season - but if we have a GREAT bench, we can make changes at 60+ minutes to change a game in our favour and end up taking maximum points. This is where we need a GREAT SQUAD (note SQUAD not TEAM) Man City proved last year, depth of squad is invaluable - we are doing the same, making sure we are covered for injuries/suspensions etc - whilst retaining the ability to change our 'game' mid-match with some explosive impact subs. Please understand - not arguing with you - just giving you my opinion - as I have also claimed the number of games will be too much - hopefully taking into the account the factors above, you can see why I'm behind this signing. :)

Good call on the abusing bit! somebody's 'geographic' location has no relevance or bearing on the discussion! Preference of players is personal, you won't easily sway a member by saying I believe this or that - it's subjective... Hopefully all are CFC players (soon) and we should support everybody! It's unlikely Mata will play every game, so as I have said loads of times, it's about squad depth! Unfortunately City proved that last year with almost 2 full teams in their squad. Now if we can just add a RB we will be in great shape

Why so knee jerk! We need a DEEP squad, building for the future - if he comes and has the right attitude he will get games, if he comes and acts like a prima Donna he will be moved on. It's all about team spirit So many games next year we almost need 2x teams to field. Agree/Disagree we looked light last year in subs? ESPecially when Anelka went

Hmm him on one wing Bale n the other - would give a good balance... Hope they don't get him though - or if they do he can prove himself and then move to us - as if Studge is in the frame, they need to start dealing with us again and not be ponces about it. Edit: Read story now 1) spurs want to reduce the price - yeah sure Porto are gonna do that for you AVB name bother (joker) 2) offer wages of z£100k week like Adebayour, hmm if I was Hulk and being paid the same as that donkey, wouldn't be impressed!!! Can't see it happening - if roman has a spare 35mill in his Tuxedo pocket, he should whip it over to Porto and well have him - that should get the spuds grumbling

Theres some great ways to say positive things about bad situations... Bill Clinton is the master at dressing that outrage up nicely - think super satire

Whilst I love this attitude oh I lovE it soo much How's about this as an option! 1) Studge getting good first team football and Scoring against our opposition!!!! 2) when he plays us, he's benched... Spurs missing a creative force... 3) when Spurs realise they really need him, say sorry not for sale and then if he does (why would he) sell him to a totally different club next year! Although I would love him to stay But could be a good bit of clinical thinking there at nearly 1am.... Shit need to sleep!!!!!

I would like to thank Man City, they played in a washed out blue style - don't worry THE TRUE Blue will be back for the title this year - we're just glad you kept your end of the blue trophy season! Unlike those lazy Cardinians.... I would like to thank City for dispelling Fergies mind games, might have worked a few years ago, backfired this time round I would like to thank all our future defensive opposition for bringing a pen to rack up the goal count over 10

I had a chat with the guys at FM who coded these updates - as long as he in the first time for country and makes a minimum number of appearances for the Intl Team, a permit is granted. So it would appear he would qualify in terms of getting a work permit!!! ;)

Could be part of the Boards Masterplan!!! Imagine that - world class brazilions, like London busses, wait all month for one and two come along So are we now? Chelsea? ChelStella (belgiums) ChelJaneiro (brazilians) sp? Whatever it is - it sounds F!!!!!!!!G good :):):

Sir, I will repeat what I said to another sensible person earlier! Pizy, on 17 July 2012 - 10:41 PM, said: This is about the third time this deal is "100% done," so I'll wait for a "We're delighted to announce the signing of Oscar" tweet from Chelsea FC to get excited. Bah Humbug.... Don't get all serious, this is the summer transfer madness roller coaster ride of emotions These are the times when you know you are a true fan - at least 15 tabs with anything remotely linked to Oscar opened and refreshing quicker than a Paris Hilton sex-tape.... Must stay awake!

Bah Humbug.... Don't get all serious, this is the summer transfer madness roller coaster ride of emotions These are the times when you know you are a true fan - at least 15 tabs with anything remotely linked to Oscar opened and refreshing quicker than a Paris Hilton sex-tape.... Must stay awake!

LOL - that's what happens in the Alps Check out some Eva pics - that'll warm you up

I'll medically test Eva

LOL - SkySports obviously had a 'story' from a source - and either the 'source' back-pedalled and lied, or the story needed to be supressed for whatever reason. If there really is a story - it'll be out soon (next 48 hrs) If there is no story, then we'll constantly be linked to pregnant women, expecting to give birth to the new Messi...

" Last night, Walcott's agent said that he did not believe Chelsea would make a higher offer and that he was no longer in negociations with them, " I find it appalling that they cannot even spell negotiation! I'm also glad we are out of the race... £25 mill for Walcott or Oscar - I know who I'd prefer

LAMPARD - jesus why isn't he in the list? If not Lampard - then likely Hazard, or maybe even Cech - just put ya foot through it Son!

I agree - Modric is not coming and whilst good - is not a good investment at the rumoured 35mil + we would need to stand any chance of getting him from the Spuds. Oscar is a young, talented individual, who is playing for Brazil - so not a massive gamble - at 25mil he is a great investment for the next 10+ years... And, what better place for Oscar to learn, with the likes of Lampard, Mata, Ramires, Mikkel, Hazard, DiMatteo around him... Him, Hazard, Marin + DeBruyne will definitely benefit from that. We really have the chance to shape the team for the next 6-7 years... I'll give up on a RW though, as long as we sign a DECENT RB

LOL Alfonso Alves... Ok maybe Kezman as a 'Great Striker' was a step too far - but he was considered a 'Good' reliable 'Goal Scorer' - just didn't perfom over here Dirk Kuyt also had a great goal scoring record in Holland... It's crazy, but I thought Holland always produced some good defenders - but doesn't appear so That's why I'm glad we were never linked to Huuntelar (sp) - as he would be the same as these dudes!

Today Salzburg resembles the UK - cloudy, but warm - around 28 degrees - last few weeks have been 34+ degrees! This place is crazy... Extreme coldness in Winter -25 degrees and 36+ degrees in the summer... Sometimes I do miss England's predictable weather though