Jase 43,479 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 I've mentioned it elsewhere, but Lukaku has already scored more goals this season (13) than Drogba did in all but two of his seasons for us. That includes the two league wins under Mourinho (10, 12).What's impressive about Lukaku's goals (7 of which came since the 1st of January) is that they've been key goals for his club. The goal at the weekend was the equaliser, as was his first against Sunderland. His first goal against Reading was the first in the match and the one against Liverpool was the one that secured the win for the Baggies.Not doubting his qualities or anything but just saying that he isn't the finished article yet and people shouldn't just assume he's gonna produce the same quality consistently for us to challenge on all fronts. Lukaku is still young and got a lot to learn still.Saying we can't win the league with that strikeforce is unfair. I think we're always going to be a team that needs the whole team to contribute goals and we're fortunate in that we have the likes of Mata, Hazard and Oscar. What we need is someone who can lead the line, score the odd goal and create space for the players behind him. Have no problem with Lukaku and Ba being part of the strikeforce but if the 3rd striker is gonna be an average one like Le Fondre, then there's where the issue comes in. Yes, the midfield players we have would contribute their fair share of goals over the season but we still need a top notch, competent striker upfront. As you said, we need a striker who creates for others but also score the number of goals a striker should(Lewandowski for example) & be clinical with the chances. I mean how many times has Torres messed up opportunities to score this season?! I just do not want us at this stage next season to be complaining about the same old problems with the strikers again. Get 1 top quality striker to go with Ba and Lukaku and we'll be set to go next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDY 1,290 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Have no problem with Lukaku and Ba being part of the strikeforce but if the 3rd striker is gonna be an average one like Le Fondre, then there's where the issue comes in. Yes, the midfield players we have would contribute their fair share of goals over the season but we still need a top notch, competent striker upfront. As you said, we need a striker who creates for others but also score the number of goals a striker should(Lewandowski for example) & be clinical with the chances. I mean how many times has Torres messed up opportunities to score this season?! I just do not want us at this stage next season to be complaining about the same old problems with the strikers again. Get 1 top quality striker to go with Ba and Lukaku and we'll be set to go next season.That's the problem though, why bring back Lukaku if we just get another top quality forward, thus limiting Romelu's chances in the team. I would rather him spend one more season on loan to truly breakthrough.Regular minutes > In and out of the team at Chelsea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 That's the problem though, why bring back Lukaku if we just get another top quality forward, thus limiting Romelu's chances in the team. I would rather him spend one more season on loan to truly breakthrough.Regular minutes > In and out of the team at ChelseaWell, that will basically create another problem. Depend on how our next manager will go about managing the striking department. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stats 7,142 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 He has been very good for reading and is a good finisher.He would be cheap,english,would be happy as 3rd choice and if god forbid ba and lukaku get injured then he would still be good enough to lead the line.Dont think there are a whole lot of options for the 3rd choice striker position who also would not demand a lot of playing time.LOL, you are actually being serious about Le Fondre. Scores goals but no way is he Chelsea material, not even an option. Backstreet09 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Le Fondre? No thanks Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pizy 18,897 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Wonder if Witsel would be an option. I know he just went to Russia, but if a bigger club like us were to approach him I wonder if its doable.This is gonna be an insanely amazing summer transfer window if we get top 4. If nothing else, at least Torres will be gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Witsel, Hulk and Willian all saw the dollars ahead of trophies, let em rot. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mundaka 243 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Wonder if Witsel would be an option. I know he just went to Russia, but if a bigger club like us were to approach him I wonder if its doable.This is gonna be an insanely amazing summer transfer window if we get top 4. If nothing else, at least Torres will be gone.I doubt it, we dont need that much Pretty sure Witsel wants to leave so yeh also he's not performing that great, not as good as with Benfica, so perhaps Zenit wants to sell but wont be for less than they bought him... he would be perfect for us tho. Stingray 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediator 2,026 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Wonder if Witsel would be an option. I know he just went to Russia, but if a bigger club like us were to approach him I wonder if its doable.This is gonna be an insanely amazing summer transfer window if we get top 4. If nothing else, at least Torres will be gone.Mou is a big fan of Witsel, he wanted him for next season in Madrid before he left to Russia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamilton 2,120 Posted March 12, 2013 Author Share Posted March 12, 2013 Le Fondre? No thanksSent from my iPad using Tapatalk HDWho?Sent from my pc on my desk @ my home in the north of Belgium in that street with the water tower bluesman2610 and Backstreet09 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bosnian Blue 2,471 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Damnn, Draxler was crazy tonight against Galatasaray.Brilliant player, we should definitely consider him. iceboy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magic Lamps 11,692 Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 Brilliant player, we should definitely consider him.But he is just another AM with some fine skills but no real pace. We are overloaded with these already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magic Lamps 11,692 Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 I think "2 or 3" players is an understatement by Gourlay, we have to sign at least 4 to be competitive again. A striker, a winger, a holding midfielder and a regista. IMO we should go for Jermaine Lens, who is fast as hell, can play on both wings and as a striker, can dribble, finish and sometimes also cross. He might come across as a poor man's Walcott at first, but he is better at shooting, crossing and IMO his movement is better. He has recently been capped in the Dutch national team and is up and coming after a rather slow start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SinineUltra 1,170 Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 Sorry if I'm a bit late but I've read from an Estonian site that Roman has given Mourinho an expensive watch as a sign of conciliation. Can and should we read anything behind this if the rumor is true? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 Sorry if I'm a bit late but I've read from an Estonian site that Roman has given Mourinho an expensive watch as a sign of conciliation. Can and should we read anything behind this if the rumor is true?I think you should go an Seiko some advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 Sorry if I'm a bit late but I've read from an Estonian site that Roman has given Mourinho an expensive watch as a sign of conciliation. Can and should we read anything behind this if the rumor is true?Well Roman bought José a sports car when he was managing Inter... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLyon 9,359 Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 Sorry if I'm a bit late but I've read from an Estonian site that Roman has given Mourinho an expensive watch as a sign of conciliation. Can and should we read anything behind this if the rumor is true?A watch with count-down timer with date when Mou rejoins with Chelsea?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLyon 9,359 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Real Madrid targets Isco and Carvajal with Kaka leaving. Both spanish players are part of giving Real Madrid more spanish look, according to F Perez. No sign of Cavani or Bale to be linked with Rm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mufassir08 2,400 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Real should also sign benat and sell us modric. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Real should also sign benat and sell us modric.Or Chelsea could just cut the middle man and go for Benat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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