Assessment of our business this summer | Poll Added

[argyle]

9/10 ??? Our squad is significantly weaker than it was 2 months ago. Gvardiol is hopefully a nice upgrade on Laporte. Kovacic is good but no doubt a downgrade on Gundo. Doku is an exiting prospect but not even comparable to Mahrez. Nunes is a much, much worse player than KDB who is out half the season. If Cole leaves this window couldnt have gone much worse. 3/10.

 

[Scaring Europe to Death]

We can't possibly judge for a few months, but undoubtedly we're in a period of transition.

Since the 3-2 over Villa (only 15 months ago) we've seen Jesus, Fernandinho, Sterling, Zinchenko, Mahrez, Gundogan, Laporte, and probably Cancelo all depart. That's 8 of the 14 players who featured that day.

Forget the transfer fees, the biggest indicator will be the games where the opposition are looking reasonably comfortable.

Last Season it was Mahrez (Stamford Bridge) and Gundogan (Goodison Park) who made vital contributions.
Can the new players replicate in such a short period of time?

 

[decmancity]

The disrespect from so called fans towards players that won everything with us really is remarkable. Mahrez, Gundogan, KDB out half the season, big talent Palmer potentially out. Kovacic, Doku, Nunes in.. "stronger". Alright mate.

Disrespect, you want to go down that route?

How about Gundogan pissing us around all summer whilst he waited for Barca to cash in the tellys down at CEX so they could afford his wages. He left us high and dry after everything we have given him and how the season ended.

As for Mahrez, one whiff of a bumper pay day in Saudi and he couldn't wait to pack his bags.

Get in the real world.

KDB injured, not ideal but you move forward, not a single player on planet earth can replace him so you find an alternative.

Big talent Palmer, clearly not in the eyes of one of the greatest coaches of all time, who is more qualified to make that decision than him?

Kovacic in, already looks like hes been here years. Providing us with coverage in midfield positions, will pop up with assists and chances created and also a trusted ball carrier.

Doku, talent.

Nunes, prem proven, talented and at a prime age to kick on and go to the next level.

 

[Vester]

9/10 if Nunes signs, how can you not be impressed with Kovacic, Gvardiol, Doku, and Nunes?

9/10 would be Laporte, Gundogan, Mahrez out and Gvardiol, Bellingham, Doku in. For a 10/10 change Doku to Kvaradona or Wirtz.

 

[PragueBlue]

We can't possibly judge for a few months, but undoubtedly we're in a period of transition.

Since the 3-2 over Villa (only 15 months ago) we've seen Jesus, Fernandinho, Sterling, Zinchenko, Mahrez, Gundogan, Laporte, and probably Cancelo all depart. That's 8 of the 14 players who featured that day.

Forget the transfer fees, the biggest indicator will be the games where the opposition are looking reasonably comfortable.

Last Season it was Mahrez (Stamford Bridge) and Gundogan (Goodison Park) who made vital contributions.
Can the new players replicate in such a short period of time?

And since half of those left, we've won the treble. I'm not saying that we'll repeat that again this season but I suspect we'll be just fine.

 

[Vester]

Disrespect, you want to go down that route?

How about Gundogan pissing us around all summer whilst he waited for Barca to cash in the tellys down at CEX so they could afford his wages. He left us high and dry after everything we have given him and how the season ended.

As for Mahrez, one whiff of a bumper pay day in Saudi and he couldn't wait to pack his bags.

Get in the real world.

KDB injured, not ideal but you move forward, not a single player on planet earth can replace him so you find an alternative.

Big talent Palmer, clearly not in the eyes of one of the greatest coaches of all time, who is more qualified to make that decision than him?

Kovacic in, already looks like hes been here years. Providing us with coverage in midfield positions, will pop up with assists and chances created and also a trusted ball carrier.

Doku, talent.

Nunes, prem proven, talented and at a prime age to kick on and go to the next level.

You could just say that we could literally sign anyone and you would still call it a 9/10 window, would have saved you some time.

 

[decmancity]

You could just say that we could literally sign anyone and you would still call it a 9/10 window, would have saved you some time.

You could stop posting shite on this forum but you don't do that either.

 

[BlueMonkey79]

It's all if's n buts.

How do we know Gundo and Mahrez at the age they are wouldn't be out half the season with injury or tired legs due to age?

The squad has to be refreshed every few years. Just look what's been going on down the swamp the last few years. Signing has beens or one season wonders who's best years are behind them.

Gundo and Mahrez on their day are fantastic players.

We manged when the likes of Aguero, Yaya, Silva, Vinnie all moved on to pastures new.

It's called evolving and refreshing. Personally i think we have had a good transfer window.

All players internationals in their own rights. All played at the highest level.

Kovacic and Nunes premier league experience.

Add Gvardiol that was touted by all the big clubs in europe

Then Doku who could be just as good or frustrating as Mahrez and Srerling..

Onwards and upwards!!!!

 

[FantasyIreland]

Awful thread this,some proper shite been written.

We are stronger IMO.

.Gvardiol best young defender in the world and an upgrade on Laporte
.Kovacic is class,different....but just as effective as Gundo
.Doku potentially a world class talent
.Nunes a fantastic back up to Rodri and along with Kova adds the depth we have been missing.
.Walker and Bernie new deals.
.Foden getting opportunity as a 10

If you have issue with any of that,then you want your head testing.

 

[AirbagsOptionalTheReturn]

You could stop posting shite on this forum but you don't do that either.

Mate are you this angry face to face? Every post is aggressive. Chill out we are all blues here