This bit is so true. "Rather than complaining about the sums that Guardiola invests, his critics should ponder how much the players’ prices have risen through proximity to one of the most remarkable, inspiring coaches of the past two decades. Even without the inflationary Neymarnomics, most of Guardiola’s purchases would cost more now because he makes good players better." All the players have seen a real uplift in value. The absurdity of the Arsenal attempt to get Sterling was the cut price valuation more than anything.
Incidentally, I remember that Liverpool destruction of Nottingham Forest in the late eighties. It was highlights only in those days, but I can well recall at the time being astounded at the football they played that night - I'd never seen anything like it before from an English team.
