DDA 9,945 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pizy 18,957 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 As you would expect, Brighton are probably trying to get the price as close to Rice’s fee as they can. That’s the only thing that could be dragging this out for so long. We need to get it done this coming week. Absolutely HAVE to have our new midfield setup ready for the ENTIRE preseason which starts in just over 2 weeks. Caicedo + another within the next 17 days. Need to build chemistry and understand what Poch wants from them ASAP. Fernando and bigbluewillie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Kante 1,643 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 3 hours ago, Mhsc said: Reece has potential to be there for sure, but he’s got to prove he’s intelligent enough to play there. I think it would be an interesting possibility with our new RB coming in. Although I love Reece have to remember his injury problems have been pretty relentless so sadly we shouldn’t expect him to be key to our plans until we see he has got past it tho. I think a lot of his injuries are joint problems. For me, him in a DM position would help with this as he wouldn't have to bomb up and down so much. Personally, with Soton getting relegated, I would be happy with us trying to get Livra back rather than try and sign 2-3 CM's. We saw this last season with the CB's. If clubs know you're absolutely desperate in one position and you try and go for one of those positions, they'll gangbang you on the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pizy 18,957 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Looks like Liverpool will make their move for Lavia next. Must say, they’re making some fantastic moves so far. They get Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, and Lavia that is an amazing and total midfield rebuild. They’d go from the old guard of Henderson, Fabinho, and Thiago who can barely move about the pitch any longer to 3 midfielders who can do it all and who are all very young. I’m jealous of them having not seen what we’re doing in midfield yet. 😒 DH1988 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrenshah 186 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 37 minutes ago, DDA said: Azpi, Ampadu, Chalobah, Lukaku, Baba, Sarr, Auba, Ziyech, Pulisic, Cho to be sold Ddf and Cassedei to be loaned Damn i think Fabrizio saw my post from this forum from 2 days back 😛 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoroccanBlue 5,385 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 3 hours ago, Mhsc said: Surely we are not bidding 60m for Vlahovic after the season he’s just had, and their fans can’t wait to get rid of him… never heard of that source so I’ll believe it when someone serious says it. Romano just said it isn't true. Reckon we stick with Jackson and Broja. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gundalf 806 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Vlahovic would just be another one of these "big name" strikers that u know will fail here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mhsc 1,098 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 1 minute ago, Gundalf said: Vlahovic would just be another one of these "big name" strikers that u know will fail here. I don’t know for sure, man has excellent finishing technique and potential, and his bad year came playing for Juve in Allegri’s football that Juve fans describe as jihadi-ball. Honestly think he could become a top player in a proper attacking system with good coaching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAM09 7,063 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 (edited) 9 minutes ago, MoroccanBlue said: Romano just said it isn't true. Reckon we stick with Jackson and Broja. We can't afford that. A proven goalscorer is a must, and we should probably let Broja go out on loan in an attempt to rediscover some form. 6 minutes ago, Gundalf said: Vlahovic would just be another one of these "big name" strikers that u know will fail here. I agree with this notion, unfortunately. He isn't appealing at all. Edited July 2, 2023 by LAM09 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milka 3,393 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Quote Onana and Maignan are too expensive for Chelsea - they are looking for a backup goalkeeper who can also help in rotation with Kepa. ( @FabrizioRomano Bounou Chelsea board .Sevilla have put almost all of their players for sale and none of our new 250 scouts can't see that idea to get Bounou . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,334 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Chelsea are in the final stages of negotiations with Brighton over the signing of Moises Caicedo according to Rudy Galetti. The 21-year-old is expected to leave Brighton this summer and has a massive valuation of over £100million ($124m) but it is said a cheeky offer of closer to £75million ($95.3m) has been made. The clubs are now reportedly discussing add-ons to the deal. Chelsea have moved into the clear to sign Caicedo after Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester City all appear to have found their midfield answers already this window. football.london bigbluewillie and Blue Armour 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomo 21,751 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 27 minutes ago, LAM09 said: We can't afford that. A proven goalscorer is a must, and we should probably let Broja go out on loan in an attempt to rediscover some form. I agree with this notion, unfortunately. He isn't appealing at all. I'd rather we focused on getting a system sorted first rather than just looking at the top line even if it means short term pain. We signed three proven PL goalscorers in the last two summers and the end result was beating an individual players total by the skin of our teeth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikkiCFC 8,337 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 36 minutes ago, milka said: Bounou Chelsea board .Sevilla have put almost all of their players for sale and none of our new 250 scouts can't see that idea to get Bounou . Chelsea scouts dont look older than 22. bigbluewillie, xPetrCechx and Vesper 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAM09 7,063 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 (edited) 20 minutes ago, Tomo said: I'd rather we focused on getting a system sorted first rather than just looking at the top line even if it means short term pain. We signed three proven PL goalscorers in the last two summers and the end result was beating an individual players total by the skin of our teeth. Short-term pain means another season outside of the top 4? I'd imagine you're putting Lukaku and Sterling as two of those three. If so, they are extremely inconsistent and aren't what I'd classify as proven PL goalscorers (players that can guarantee 15+ league goals each season). Also, the latter excelled thanks to a set up that worked to his strengths rather than his actual abilities. Edited July 2, 2023 by LAM09 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikkiCFC 8,337 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Speaking of scouts great game in 20mins. EURO U21 QF: Ukraine:France. Mudryk finally starts, Ukraine won 7 points in group without him. France biggest favorites for title with Cherki, Thuram... England already in semis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mário César 1,286 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 Im the only one who thinks kepa had a mediocre season and doesn't understand how the club doesn't want another goalkeeper? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lluubbeenn 175 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 (edited) Colwill dominated, Noni was alright and was involved in the goal. The new winger from Portugal had only ten minutes of play, but was not afraid to get on his man and beat him. Still very raw. You can watch France - Ukraine on uefa.com for free. Getting top 4 this season would be great but it more or less depends on the other top teams. Last seasons top 4 look good if not great and we have Pool outside it. Not that easy to break into even if we spend 10 billion. We should focus on building a team, identity and consistency. With hard work and a bit of luck we can have the season Arsenal just had. I don't believe their squad was superior to what we are assembling. Edited July 2, 2023 by lluubbeenn enzoforever 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomo 21,751 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 8 minutes ago, LAM09 said: Short-term pain means another season outside of the top 4? I'd imagine you're putting Lukaku and Sterling as two of those three. If so, they are extremely inconsistent and aren't what I'd classify as proven PL goalscorers (players that can guarantee 15+ league goals each season). Also, the latter excelled thanks to a set up that worked to his strengths rather than his actual abilities. For all their flaws they hit consistent scoring numbers in the league pre us. You may say City tax for Sterling but Grealish isn't touching his goal figures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whats happening 1,622 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 france u21 vs ukraineu21 starts now. cherki playing so if anyones interested, can watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAM09 7,063 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 (edited) 38 minutes ago, Tomo said: For all their flaws they hit consistent scoring numbers in the league pre us. You may say City tax for Sterling but Grealish isn't touching his goal figures. Grealish offers far more on the ball than Sterling ever did, so his goal tally doesn't matter as much. It isn't one of his strong suits either (8 league goals is his highest return). Any desire to answer this as well - Short-term pain means another season outside of the top 4? 32 minutes ago, whats happening said: france u21 vs ukraineu21 starts now. cherki playing so if anyones interested, can watch. He just scored. The skill prior to the finish 🤌 Edited July 2, 2023 by LAM09 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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