I’m starting to have second thoughts on this. Koulibaly was one of the best defenders in the world up to a season or two ago. Incredibly consistent and hardly made a mistake. But this last season has been very different. Given his age, it’s entirely possible that he is now on the decline. Reminds me of Sanchez, where most of us chose to ignore the early warning signs.
I don’t think we can afford another colossal mistake in this position. I’m now leading towards Soyuncu, given that he is somewhat proven in the league and has the pace that we desperately need. There is definitely still considerable risk, but at least he doesn’t have age going against him. Leicester will ask for a lot of money, but I don’t think that will be a barrier for us.
The point I was making is I don't trust Micha's judgment of players.Make your mind up. You say it‘s “just“ because he was below par last night, then admit he’s had a mediocre season too.
Let's hope soHe is on the decline. Why do you think Napoli want to sell now?
Surely our management we'll be awake to this. It's an Italian club ffs. They clearly want to fleece us by getting top dollar on a depreciating stock.
We have had a specific strategy in place for years and it has worked very well - it's also to avoid potential situations like the one Napoli are planning. Stick to it.
Any legs on this rumour? Well, it was clear we were not going to pay some 90 Million for a 29-year-old. But this looks like an early exit from this particular transfer.
Any legs on this rumour? Well, it was clear we were not going to pay some 90 Million for a 29-year-old. But this looks like an early exit from this particular transfer.
the rags wont buy him anyway as it seems they are not exactly in a strong financial position these days.....
Looks like it. They are unable to do the Sancho deal already. They won't and can't spend 90 on a defender now. Looks Napoli's loss all around
Honestly, i think that article is a load of shit. Firstly, the source is crap. Secondly, i don't think anybody has quoted £90m for Koulibaly. Pretty much all reports have said that Napoli want around 80m-90m EUROS for him. Maybe even less.
Any legs on this rumour? Well, it was clear we were not going to pay some 90 Million for a 29-year-old. But this looks like an early exit from this particular transfer.
I've never seen a centre back charge down the opposition goalkeeper before, I'll give him that!
We need someone who brings a calming influence to the defence. Koulibaly looked out of form, erratic and low on confidence last night.
If the club decide he's the best player to partner Laporte then obviously he gets full support and hopefully he'll be a great signing. He's vastly experienced and very highly rated, but at this point there are a few question marks about him and when you're talking about a £65 mill plus player that doesn't inspire confidence. I think people are entitled to be a bit concerned about that.
I think the fact we walked away from the Jorginho deal when they got Chelsea round the table will be giving him nightmares.
We genuinely believed he was our player and we said 'no' when he thought he'd create a bidding war with us and the Chavs.
They might choose to keep the player, but I think they'll be desperate to bring some cash in especially as they finished 7th.
Any legs on this rumour? Well, it was clear we were not going to pay some 90 Million for a 29-year-old. But this looks like an early exit from this particular transfer.
If we aren't signing him because his price tag is ridiculous then fair enough, I won't argue with that.
But if we end up signing another Otamendi for the sake of saving a few quid then what is the point? It's not as if these alternatives have been labelled as cheap, they're just cheaper.