Wishlist Robert Lewandowski

[Jase 43,479]

Well... with his agent telling the media a thousand times that he's agreed with Bayern... Yes, I think it could be Chelsea.

Probably being silly and clutching at straws here but I'll still maintain that small hope we can get him till it's officially confirmed he's going elsewhere.

[Ainsley Harriott 2,732]

To each his own I guess... I'd prefer Cavani, his all around game would be perfect for us, but I would be very happy with Lewa

[Barbara 15,149]

To each his own I guess... I'd prefer Cavani, his all around game would be perfect for us, but I would be very happy with Lewa

Let me explain better - although it's only my opinion about what fits better. also Cavani is infinitely better than what we have today.

Italian League is a lot heavier, slower, and more counter-attacked based than dynamic, fast-paced, played-in-smaller-spaces English League.

So in a league where defending is really strong, player are tougher - and also slower - and the game is more physical, a guy like Cavani excels because he's a perfect fit for counter-attack plays. He can receive the ball, make the play and score.

I'm not saying this kind of player doesn't fit EPL - this kind of player fits basically all styles and formations, but in England football is more fast paced. Things happen too fast and it's less dependable on counter-attacking than Italian because 1) players pass the ball quickly 2) the spaces are reduced, so 2-1 plays are more common and favored 3) more passes are produced than in Italy.

When you go to heavier conditions like Italy where defending is huge and so are the guys (who was the last guy that was small - compared to Italian default - that really exploded in Italy? How many stronger guys excelled at the same time?) counter-attacking happens more often because teams are waiting for the other to attack, they invite them to attack and then they tackle them as if there was no tomorrow. A player keeps the ball longer and they keep passing it horizontally trying to find the space to break into the well fixed defense. A guy like Cavani is a must in a league like that.

Lewa is more about I'm here in the box, pass me the ball and I'll solve it. He positions himself to receive the ball and finish while Cavani is normally there to build the whole play and finish. That's a situation I think it's less common in EPL than in Calcio... but maybe that's just me.

I think Lewa would fit better English's style and have less problems adapting. That said I think Cavani would be amazing as well.

[Pizy 18,848]

Genuinely feel sorry for Dortmund.

All of their best players being poached by a rival. Only a matter of time before they offer silly money for Reus too.

No reason to believe Bayern won't do back to back trebles.

[Waterfall 893]

Dortmund should tell him to fuck off and let him rot on the benh for a year. Shame Poland doesn't have a striker of his quality. Missing a season of football before the WC would have been what he deserves

[Ainsley Harriott 2,732]

Let me explain better - although it's only my opinion about what fits better. also Cavani is infinitely better than what we have today.

Italian League is a lot heavier, slower, and more counter-attacked based than dynamic, fast-paced, played-in-smaller-spaces English League.

So in a league where defending is really strong, player are tougher - and also slower - and the game is more physical, a guy like Cavani excels because he's a perfect fit for counter-attack plays. He can receive the ball, make the play and score.

I'm not saying this kind of player doesn't fit EPL - this kind of player fits basically all styles and formations, but in England football is more fast paced. Things happen too fast and it's less dependable on counter-attacking than Italian because 1) players pass the ball quickly 2) the spaces are reduced, so 2-1 plays are more common and favored 3) more passes are produced than in Italy.

When you go to heavier conditions like Italy where defending is huge and so are the guys (who was the last guy that was small - compared to Italian default - that really exploded in Italy? How many stronger guys excelled at the same time?) counter-attacking happens more often because teams are waiting for the other to attack, they invite them to attack and then they tackle them as if there was no tomorrow. A player keeps the ball longer and they keep passing it horizontally trying to find the space to break into the well fixed defense. A guy like Cavani is a must in a league like that.

Lewa is more about I'm here in the box, pass me the ball and I'll solve it. He positions himself to receive the ball and finish while Cavani is normally there to build the whole play and finish. That's a situation I think it's less common in EPL than in Calcio... but maybe that's just me.

I think Lewa would fit better English's style and have less problems adapting. That said I think Cavani would be amazing as well.

Ok... Are you really a woman? LOL

[Barbara 15,149]

Ok... Are you really a woman? LOL

According to my picture and the gender in the birth certificate, I guess I am otherwise my ex-husband has been awfully deceived by appearances

See? I just proved I'm a girl given the terrible sense of humor and the completely inept ability to make a joke.

I'll take that as a compliment though

[edenhazard17 281]

Lewandowski on verge of joining 'club of choice'

http://www.espn.co.uk/football/sport/story/210569.html

Lewandowski ready to complete 'dream' move from Dortmund to arch rivals Bayern

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2336400/Robert-Lewandowski-closes-Bayern-Munich.html

Bayern Munich target Robert Lewandowski hoping to join his 'dream club'

http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11890/8758033/Bayern-Munich-target-Robert-Lewandowski-hoping-to-join-his-dream-club-

Pretty much done deal.... to Bayern

[termninja 5,290]

He is just perfect type of player for Bayern. With Gotze, him and Guardiola they are going to have one hell of a indestructible motherfucking squad !

I have to say I'm really disappointed with him and Gotze...I understand they want to leave, but for Bayern? Shame, but Borrusia will be back, they are already lining kick ass replacements

[Badboy 1,526]

He is just perfect type of player for Bayern. With Gotze, him and Guardiola they are going to have one hell of a indestructible motherfucking squad !

I have to say I'm really disappointed with him and Gotze...I understand they want to leave, but for Bayern? Shame, but Borrusia will be back, they are already lining kick ass replacements

I don't understand why they are signing Gotze to be honest. Muller play's in his position and I think Toni Kroos is probably not far from Gotze talent wise and he hardly gets a start.

[termninja 5,290]

I don't understand why they are signing Gotze to be honest. Muller play's in his position and I think Toni Kroos is probably not far from Gotze talent wise and he hardly gets a start.

I actually think he is brilliant for them and someone they need to make them even better. While Kroos is a good player, he doesn't seem to be in the class Gotze is, and as I really like Dortmund and watch almost their every game I know what I'm talking about On the other hand, while Muller is a great player, he isn't a technical offensive midfielder who can dribble past opponents and send quality balls, instead he is a good all around player who works his guts of in every match. He loves the club and has been used properly by Bayern which is the reason why he's been so great. Player in the mold of Mata, Silva, Ozil and similar is exactly what Bayern was lacking.

And if Lewa comes, I doubt a lot of players in Europe could improve Bayern's lineup. In terms of individual quality, yes, but in terms of general play, effort and style - no. Lewa works great with Mario, and with the way Bayern play, he will excel even more. Besides, both of them have played a very very similar style of football at Dortmund and are well settled in Germany.

All that shit aside, I STILL WANT US TO BEAT THEM! :cfc:

[Ainsley Harriott 2,732]

According to my picture and the gender in the birth certificate, I guess I am otherwise my ex-husband has been awfully deceived by appearances

See? I just proved I'm a girl given the terrible sense of humor and the completely inept ability to make a joke.

I'll take that as a compliment though

It was definitely a compliment! I am impressed by your football knowledge