Kieran. 6,317 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 I don't hate this deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea Legend 11 4,062 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 8 minutes ago, Kieran. said: I don't hate this deal. as long as its for the rumoured fee and wage demand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhForAGreavsie 6,075 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Guus appeared to shut this down during today's media conference. When the subject of Pato was raised the coach talked about his existing striking options, mentioned the availability of some kids who can fill in the gaps and then said, "We don't need to do anything there. [recruiting strikers]" I know that some don't regard Pato as a striker but Guus seemed to. Leaving aside the possibility that Guss does not know what the club is planning, or is deliberately creating some misdirection, this comment seems to be a blow for the hopes of those who would like to see Pato join. Given his previous straight bat approach to questions about transfer speculation, the mere fact that the coach chose to engage with the question this time suggests the club are keen to distance themselves form Pato. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azul 1,615 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 If not injured he could be world class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea Legend 11 4,062 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 5 minutes ago, Azul said: If not injured he could be world class. He's never been world class. He doesn't convert at a high enough rate for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azul 1,615 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 If not injured he could be world class. He's never been world class. He doesn't convert at a high enough rate for me. I said he could be, one of my fav teams is Milan. I've watched every game he's been in, this guy had tremendous potential and was once one of the best strikers. His goal against Barca and many more were incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea Legend 11 4,062 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 20 minutes ago, Azul said: I said he could be, one of my fav teams is Milan. I've watched every game he's been in, this guy had tremendous potential and was once one of the best strikers. His goal against Barca and many more were incredible. everyone talks about that goal against Barca... Like I said his conversion rate is not very good. Even with his pace back he still misses an awful lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue_Fox_ 2,086 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Ramires scores incredible goals, here's an idea let's play him as a striker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sovieticus 743 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 10 minutes ago, Blue_Fox_ said: Ramires scores incredible goals, here's an idea let's play him as a striker. Yeah, once a season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Last Sicarius 610 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Chicharito sounds better for me than him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrique 9,133 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Pato is in top form, but thats Brazilian league, so doesn't mean that much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robsblubot 3,595 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 10 minutes ago, Henrique said: Pato is in top form, but thats Brazilian league, so doesn't mean that much. he's in top form as Torres got in top form for us... after 50 muscle injuries his top form for us was about 70% of his top form at pool... Pato at Milan could be any player on pace... not anymore. And yes, the brazilian league is on the slow side - seira A style - so Pato will struggle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea4 1,521 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Alexandre Pato,imminent signing for Chelsea. (SportYou) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelseaFanUK 1,014 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 5 hours ago, OhForAGreavsie said: Guus appeared to shut this down during today's media conference. When the subject of Pato was raised the coach talked about his existing striking options, mentioned the availability of some kids who can fill in the gaps and then said, "We don't need to do anything there. [recruiting strikers]" I know that some don't regard Pato as a striker but Guus seemed to. Leaving aside the possibility that Guss does not know what the club is planning, or is deliberately creating some misdirection, this comment seems to be a blow for the hopes of those who would like to see Pato join. Given his previous straight bat approach to questions about transfer speculation, the mere fact that the coach chose to engage with the question this time suggests the club are keen to distance themselves form Pato. Seemed a bluff to me. Was only 2-3 days ago he said Bamford needs to prove himself in the U21 first and we cant afford to be short upfront again if we get an injury to remy or Costa with Falcao already out. Has publicly admitted in past week we are discussing options with regards to a striker coming in. Abraham is absolutely nowhere near ready, hasnt even had a loan yet to play a decent level of football and not U21. Thought Guus acted coy and either the club are signing him as their choice, not Guus' (think hector and papy), or he trying to avoid stoking the fire. I expected him to bat it away as he has done every other striker mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. 2,742 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Chelsea News App @CFCNewsApp 1m1 minute ago Alexandre Pato reportedly spotted in London ahead of his proposed move to Chelsea. #CFC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stroey 2,525 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Pato, Texeira. Buy back Luis, Luiz and Alex and we can start an all Brazilian line up: GK Ramires Alex Luiz Luis Willian Oscar Kenedy Pato Diego Teixeira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhForAGreavsie 6,075 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 1 hour ago, ChelseaFanUK said: Seemed a bluff to me. Was only 2-3 days ago he said Bamford needs to prove himself in the U21 first and we cant afford to be short upfront again if we get an injury to remy or Costa with Falcao already out. Has publicly admitted in past week we are discussing options with regards to a striker coming in. Abraham is absolutely nowhere near ready, hasnt even had a loan yet to play a decent level of football and not U21. Thought Guus acted coy and either the club are signing him as their choice, not Guus' (think hector and papy), or he trying to avoid stoking the fire. I expected him to bat it away as he has done every other striker mentioned. Ah, interesting to read an alternative take. I still feel he was being genuine however and that the new line could reflect that we have been turned down by our striking targets. Certainly that would add some perspective to what Guss said about the there being a new reality in the transfer market for Chelsea. Not so new I'd guess. Meanwhile, I agree with you about Tammy and I agree with Guss about Patrick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelseaFanUK 1,014 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 25 minutes ago, OhForAGreavsie said: Ah, interesting to read an alternative take. I still feel he was being genuine however and that the new line could reflect that we have been turned down by our striking targets. Certainly that would add some perspective to what Guss said about the there being a new reality in the transfer market for Chelsea. Not so new I'd guess. Meanwhile, I agree with you about Tammy and I agree with Guss about Patrick. Having read the media tonight...I'm inclined to think the 'youngsters filling the gaps' was more to do with other positions apart from striker as he name dropped Christian atsu and traore. Who are both wingers. His Bamford comments make no sense otherwise and neither do his comments about us needing more options upfront to avoid being in danger should Costa or re my be injured . Weird one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 7 minutes ago, ChelseaFanUK said: Having read the media tonight...I'm inclined to think the 'youngsters filling the gaps' was more to do with other positions apart from striker as he name dropped Christian atsu and traore. Who are both wingers. His Bamford comments make no sense otherwise and neither do his comments about us needing more options upfront to avoid being in danger should Costa or re my be injured . Weird one Pato is preferably; on his accord a winger. A wide-forward, if you will; capable of playing as a centre. It has been reiterated constantly. Pato would cover several positions if signed, limiting time to both the younger strikers and wingers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelseaFanUK 1,014 Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 19 minutes ago, Spike said: Pato is preferably; on his accord a winger. A wide-forward, if you will; capable of playing as a centre. It has been reiterated constantly. Pato would cover several positions if signed, limiting time to both the younger strikers and wingers. Hmmm. I'm not sure what to believe because the Brazilian media are convinced that we are close to getting him. Think it may be a emenalo choice come to think of it and I don't see Bamford getting a look in and falcao is not wanted imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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