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1 year deal for Eto'o sounds good. Ba out, Eto'o in. Decent business.

Don't see what all the fuss is about. Losing Mata wouldn't be the end of the world. He's not untouchable

I agree that Moses is capable of being that direct player on the RW/LW for us...but realistically, how many games will he get to play this season? Unless Willian or De Bruyne pick up injuries, it's hard to see Moses getting game time on either wing.

Good stuff by Cardiff...but I'm expecting City to be too strong in the second half. Also surprised to see Spurs haven't scored against Swansea yet. Paulinho and Capoue looking good in midfield.

What would you expect his camp to say? He was sitting on the bench, whilst a past-it striker got opportunity, after opportunity to impress...

Even though I agree with the opinion that we don't need a striker banging in goals on a consistent basis.... We do need a quality striker, capable of scoring that winning goal in a tight match with limited chances....and currently, none of our strikers look capable of completing that task. Letting go of Sturridge was a mistake and until a certain flop of a striker leaves the club, this thread will get posts for every goal he scores at LFC.

Liverpool don't need Ba though...he doesn't fit Rodger's style of play.

I don't know if RDM actually wanted to start Torres in all those games...but Roman promised him the starting striker role and that's exactly what he got. Sturridge, what else can you say...gifted young striker, just needed confidence and game-time. Easily capable of scoring 20 goals a season

12 points with 4 left to play. Shocking game week so far

You're definitely right about his quality...and anyway, we need him in the squad. I'm guessing with Willian (and Eto'o according to various sources) coming in...it'll be Moses and Ba loaned out/sold. That'll leave us with: Strikers: Torres, Romelu, Eto'o, Schurrle LW: Hazard/Willian CAM: Mata/Oscar RW: Willian/De Bruyne Not a bad combination of players.. I still feel we could of spent that 30 million on a new DM.

Even though I agree about a team's identity...Football is also a business. You try to make your team better so that you can be competitive and win titles. Sometimes in the process, you have to make sacrifices in terms of players. I highly doubt José would let Mata leave...but you just never know.

I'd prefer Rooney as well...but United don't want to sell because they've failed to sign any top class players. I like the Eto'o deal because it's a one year contract. If it doesn't work out, he can leave on a free and we won't be left with a past-it striker (e.g. Torres) for next season onwards..

Scott Parker makes his Fulham debut against Arsenal. Wilshere on the bench for Arsenal. Hoping that Fulham can sneak a win!

I don't mind seeing the window open...it brings a bit of excitement to the first 2 weeks of the season. Watching the Arsenal fans hold up: "Spend, Spend, Spend" signs was hilarious.

Maybe we'll be seeing more of Oscar as a CM (against the lower level teams)? An Oscar -- Ramires midfield partnership would be interesting to watch.

You just get the feeling that United will steal a late draw from a penalty/free-kick.

Even though I agree about Schurrle having the ability to become an out and out striker...we still need a quality centre-forward to lead the line. Lukaku has all the ability but he's still raw...same with Schurrle...which leaves us with Torres as our main striker..and that is a major concern.

West Brom just got Sinclair on loan from City didn't they? Personally I'd like to see Moses go to Everton (on-loan), reunite with Martinez and really have a break-out season..

If Willian comes...Moses is gonna leave on loan (most likely). Unfortunate...thought Moses had a solid pre-season

Why do people keep mentioning Lewandowski as a solution? He's off to Bayern next season and he just got a nice pay-rise to stay motivated at Dortmund this season.

Why would Willian come to Chelsea just to sit on the bench? He could be a first team regular at Liverpool, Spurs or even United...

Mata for Rooney makes sense....Jose gets the striker he wants and Moyes finally makes a big name signing. However...I don't like the idea of strengthening United's attack even further...considering they have the best striker in the PL leading the line. I just hope our board makes the right call about Rooney & Mata.

Signing Willian makes no sense. We need a striker, not another attacking midfielder.. If we do end up signing Willian...wouldn't that affect the playing time & development of Schurrle?

Not sure if we should be starting Lampard for 3 matches in a row...he looks kinda tired already. Agree with the rest of your lineup I'd like to see Ramires - Essien or Ramires - Mikel as the two midfielders...then if we need some inspiration and/or a goal, Lampard can come off the bench for a cameo.

Happy with 6 points so far. Can't wait to see our youngsters evolve under Mourinho in the coming months..