Pep's contract situation

[RayCTID]

It obviously does. I don't think Leo's showing up this summer or next, but if he does it's ridiculous to think that wouldn't impact Pep's decision.

Nope doesn't mean didily squat. The death of his Mum and the Covid situation in his own country would have the most impact

 

[bobbyowenquiff]

Just watched his press conference. I know he has no time for the press like the rest of us but He’s just drained the Last bit of optimism out of me for a new season! Full on short sulky mode.

Agree with this. I always watch the press conferences but it's a long time since I have seen Pep so downbeat, especially early in the season. He's rarely full of beans talking to the media but today was very negative. What worries me is that as a leader his body language is important for motivating the players and fans. I hope it was just a one-off and not part of an extended hangover from the Lyon match. We'll find out on Monday.

 

[cjn]

Nope doesn't mean didily squat. The death of his Mum and the Covid situation in his own country would have the most impact

Hmm, pretty sure Leo Messi showing up would be pretty significant also, but agree to disagree on that one.

 

[Nick L]

I think Pochettino will be in the job this time next year.

Not that I want that.

Just seems like he's not taking any other job and waiting to take the City job when Pep leaves.

Yes Poch , thing is how many trophies has he won ?

 

[RayCTID]

Hmm, pretty sure Leo Messi showing up would be pretty significant also, but agree to disagree on that one.

Doesn't mean jack shit

 

[NorthamptonBlue]

Mard arse because he realises the other teams in the league are also acquiring good players, so he’ll actually have to compete on a relatively even level for a change.

‘Messi plays for Barcelona - the club I love’ Clown.

Sniff.....

Is it just me or is there a funny smell in here?

 

[KennyG]

Nope doesn't mean didily squat. The death of his Mum and the Covid situation in his own country would have the most impact

I also don’t feel the same vibe about this season. I understand that last season needed to be finished by hook or by crook, but with the state of Europe with this virus, there was an argument for starting the season in the new year, with fans. It could’ve run like this for two seasons and fit perfectly with the Qatar World Cup. The opportunity was there.

 

[Big Dave Watson]

We seem to be sleepwalking a little into the unknown this season.

First time in a while that there is less confidence and certainty about how the team will actually perform?

But why is this, where has this come from? There was great optimism at the start of the window, weren’t we supposed to be signing up to 5 players, to be making a statement this time? And why the apathy from a club perspective. What has changed since the Chairmans end of season statement?

 

[Big Dave Watson]

I think the club feel the same way with him, hence the lack of transfer activity.

Maybe wrong but I don't think we will sign anyone else.

Agreed

 

[trumpton]

He's probably looking pissed off as his transfer targets have not been realised.