Adrien Rabiot

[Unionjack 7,531]

4 minutes ago, Fernando said:

I think paredes or Barella would have been awesome but let's be honest, they will not replace jorgi. So I understand the hesitant on buying those two.. 

As far as rabiot it's a good deal because contract is up in the summer. Can get him for a good price like we did with cahill many moons ago. 

Although he was not the best but for what we paid for him, he provided good return. Something similar would be with this buy. 

I will not be surprised to see Chelsea get him before the January transfer window ends. 

But do we really want to replace Jorgi?

What we need is a GOOD BACKUP for him thats got different strengths and weaknesses. Someone to give us different options.,

I like both of them more than Rabiot to be honest but if he comes cheap might be worth it.

[Fernando 6,585]

1 minute ago, Unionjack said:

But do we really want to replace Jorgi?

What we need is a GOOD BACKUP for him thats got different strengths and weaknesses. Someone to give us different options.,

I like both of them more than Rabiot to be honest but if he comes cheap might be worth it.

I don't think rabiot would backup up jorgi. I think rabiot is more like Barkley right? More of attacking midfield then the deeper midfielder role that jorgi plays. 

[Unionjack 7,531]

1 minute ago, Fernando said:

I don't think rabiot would backup up jorgi. I think rabiot is more like Barkley right? More of attacking midfield then the deeper midfielder role that jorgi plays. 

Aye.

What we really need is a shit hot AMC

[Special Juan 28,092]

 

[Sideshow Luiz 2,310]

1 hour ago, Unionjack said:

Aye.

What we really need is a shit hot AMC

Yes, we do.  With RLC as back-up.  I had my doubts over RLC at the start of the season, but I think he's played well.  I can't fault Barkley for his effort, but I just don't think he's good enough.  I don't know what it is with Barkley.  It's as if he's too afraid of losing the ball.  His first move is to shield it, then pass it backwards.  Did it time and time again against Spurs.  

I'd actually really like Eriksen.  It's a shame that he's at Tottenham because I think he's class and the rest of the team are such cunts.

I'm not sure which of the midfield 3 that Rabiot would play, but we have a numbers and quality issue there right now.  So, if Sarri thinks it's a good move, and if the price is good, then I'm on board.

[Special Juan 28,092]

RLC is back in full training today, will be assessed ahead of Sunday's game, could feature.

[Clockwork 1,794]

Very similar to Kovacic, better imo. Transfer fee will be cheap, but wages will not be since he knows he can wait in six months to be a free agent have top clubs bidding for him. I would make that trade, forgo the option to sign Kovacic and sign Rabiot now or in six months. I think a move out of France would do him good.

I would rather sign Houssem Aouar above them though, who has a bit more game in the final third. Which would better complement Kante and Jorginho. 

[Special Juan 28,092]

Aouar is a diamond of a player.

[Fernando 6,585]

14 minutes ago, Clockwork said:

Very similar to Kovacic, better imo. Transfer fee will be cheap, but wages will not be since he knows he can wait in six months to be a free agent have top clubs bidding for him. I would make that trade, forgo the option to sign Kovacic and sign Rabiot now or in six months. I think a move out of France would do him good.

I would rather sign Houssem Aouar above them though, who has a bit more game in the final third. Which would better complement Kante and Jorginho. 

I don't think we will keep Kova. 

Unless Real sells him for a cheap price. 

[BlueLyon 9,359]

26 minutes ago, Special Juan said:

Aouar is a diamond of a player.

Absolute quality mate. To me much better than De Jong, Barella and other up and coming midfielders. Realy smart on the ball, dynamic, yet technical, versatile and he seems realy smart with his play. Always makes the right move and it makes it look easy. Would be perfect for Sarriball. But I do wonder if he is what we need though. He doesnt have the finishing edge yet, more of a build up player.

James would be interesting choice if we dont buy Kovacic. The way our opponents jam in their penalty area, James or Coutinho with long shots would have field day for us.

[OneMoSalah 8,883]

6 hours ago, Unionjack said:

Aye.

What we really need is a shit hot AMC

 

6 hours ago, Fernando said:

I don't think rabiot would backup up jorgi. I think rabiot is more like Barkley right? More of attacking midfield then the deeper midfielder role that jorgi plays. 

Rabiot is still more a defensive player in my eyes. He is box to box but he definitely isnt a hugely attacking player. Very good on the ball though and gets stuck in, can carry the ball well too.

[Vesper 30,085]

Spuds may pull him for £20m

https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/adrien-rabiot-transfer-one-thing-13909007

[Unionjack 7,531]

Quote

Zola says "There's a good understanding between Maurizio and Marina."

Never heard those words EVER uttered before!!

[Vesper 30,085]

Just now, Unionjack said:

Never heard those words EVER uttered before!!

The understanding is this.............

Through me you pass into the city of woe:
Through me you pass into eternal pain:
Through me among the people lost for aye.

Justice the founder of my fabric mov'd:
To rear me was the task of power divine,
Supremest wisdom, and primeval love.

Before me things create were none, save things
Eternal, and eternal I endure.
All hope abandon ye who enter here.

[Unionjack 7,531]

5 minutes ago, Vesper said:

The understanding is this.............

Through me you pass into the city of woe:
Through me you pass into eternal pain:
Through me among the people lost for aye.

Justice the founder of my fabric mov'd:
To rear me was the task of power divine,
Supremest wisdom, and primeval love.

Before me things create were none, save things
Eternal, and eternal I endure.
All hope abandon ye who enter here.

Bit of Dante eh!

Guys got sooooo many good quotes but my fave is

The darkest places in hell are reserved for those who maintain their neutrality in times of moral crisis.