francozola 2,040 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Don't get me wrong mate,i am not saying that we had a brilliant at least League wise season since it has been below every standard.Still i don't think Modric playing would make a massive difference i doubt we would change much with him.I realize which players are no longer good enough i knew that for a few years now but we had to cope with them.This summer should be as we wish every season a summer where we change our squad.I was never into the all superstar team since many times before players that weren't superstars worked wonders for us and the players in their prime weren't good for us.We make mistakes as a club,we buy Lukaku and younger players just to keep them root on the bench.You don't pay 18mill for a young player and start him one game in the season.We loaned out Josh who showed that he can play at a top level,why not give him a chance when we struggle with our midfield? I hope at least this summer the players that we don't count on get sold and get it over with.As for Modric his tag price is in my opinion far from his true price.I know that the prices are sky high now for good players but he is 25 mill at most.Tottenham will sell him for far less this summer i can see perhaps red nose signing him for 30 mill.Definitely agree with the price-tag thing, Modric is worth 25m as you said, maybe 30 since he has a long-term contract there. I'm glad the 40m deal we tried to push through on deadline day last season didn't work out.Anyway we as a club should just move on and never deal with those twats ever again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bababoom 4,478 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Are we even linked with him? i know United are linked with him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_3d 1,140 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Excellent description. But if you'll notice, you just described what Mikel does BEST in this league (along with Song). While Lamps can do all of these and still manage to make a couple of late runs to the pen area to score.Yes Modric is an excellent player but the way that he has been portrayed since last summer as our saver is ridiculous. Every player that is signed adds a little to the squad, but I don't feel that what he can add here is worth 40mil because he is not exactly a major upgrade to what we already have.Honestly, sometimes I think the problem is that Mikel did not cost 40mil to get the recognition he deserves.Mikel is defensive minded, and rarely start major attacks.If anyone that is doing that role at the moment is Lampard.But come on Lampard ain't Superman no more.Modric could easily fit into the slot he is currently taking.Modric would be perfect synergy between the defense, and the attacking trio.He is the one that will make everything work, and help us achieve a greater attacking style.So for me he is worth that money. laura90 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Modric doesn't really split defences open hence the reason his assists tally is so low. Players like Sneijder, Mata, Silva do that and Modric is the guy that gets the ball to them.He is just a poorer Pirlo in my mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bababoom 4,478 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Modric doesn't really split defences open hence the reason his assists tally is so low. Players like Sneijder, Mata, Silva do that and Modric is the guy that gets the ball to them.He is just a poorer Pirlo in my mind.A poorer Pirlo? i wouldn't mind that.Modric actually likes to play the the SIlva, Mata role, but Harry insists to play VDV in that role. We Hate Scouse 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 A poorer Pirlo? i wouldn't mind that.Modric actually likes to play the the SIlva, Mata role, but Harry insists to play VDV in that role.I'd rather a better Pirlo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bababoom 4,478 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 I'd rather a better Pirlo.Good luck with that. KonohasOrangeFlash, CHOULO19 and termninja 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloodergo 16 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 @Agent007ITKLuka Modric has agreed terms with Manchester United. It's now between Tottenham and United to agree on the transfer fee. #MUFC #THFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bababoom 4,478 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Agent007ITK capriccioso 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xPetrCechx 13,573 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 @Agent007ITKLuka Modric has agreed terms with Manchester United. It's now between Tottenham and United to agree on the transfer fee. #MUFC #THFC Thats the BIG problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloodergo 16 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Agent007ITK He had good info about Hazard and Kagawa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slam Dunk 1,442 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 I don't see 'Agent007ITK' as a reliable source with inside info, just someone working on assumptions. Many Spurs fans seem to be resigned to Modric leaving in search of CL football, United need a player like him, Modric doesn't have a preference to where he leaves so personal terms would be relatively easy to sort out. Levy is notoriously difficult to deal with and will hold United to ransom for as much money as he can to look like the good guy to the Spurs fans which means the transfer fee is the only stumbling block. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoSalah 8,886 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 If we are going to get someone to replace Frank, we need to find a homegrown player, or the new Frank Lampard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_3d 1,140 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Well TX has been talking nonsense about how City will dominate.But I can assure you that United with Kagawa, and if SAF gets Modric, they will be the one dominating! laura90 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pizy 18,952 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Well TX has been talking nonsense about how City will dominate.But I can assure you that United with Kagawa, and if SAF gets Modric, they will be the one dominating!Exactly why we need to get 1-3 more world class players this summer. Starting with Hulk. Fellaini may not be world class yet, but his physical presence could be game changing.I fucking HATE seeing United finishing above us. City I can deal with, but not the red nosed bastard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLyon 9,359 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 If we are going to get someone to replace Frank, we need to find a homegrown player, or the new Frank Lampard.Kevin de Bruyne... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin_3d 1,140 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 De GeaNew RB/Smalling - Vidic - Jones - Evra/New LBCarrick - ModricValencia - Kagawa - YoungRooneyThat looks like the team that will dominate the PL for the coming seasons and NOT City, if United does it's business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomo 21,751 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 any team with Jones and Young in won't dominate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoSalah 8,886 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Kevin de Bruyne...De Bruyne is not a replacement for Frank. Plus De Bruyne is likely to play wide... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funkyflashman 187 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 KDB looked the business when he was playing centre midfield at Genk. As a winger, yeah he was good but I'd imagine he'll be developed as a centre midfielder. He's not particularly fast and it would seem to me putting him out on the wing would limit his effectiveness as a passer, which is his strength IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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