kompany10 said:Ducado said:fatbloke said:In response to the OP - if you have been biting your tongue for 3 months, why couldn't you wait another 7 days until the transfer window officially shuts so you can better a more informed judgement.
At the end of the day neither me, you or anyone else on Bluemoon has a clue as to which players we want, why we want those players or how we are conducting our business. You say Barcelona strengthened their squad after they won the treble but you conveniently forget to mention that Real Madrid who won the Spanish league last year haven't made a single signing this summer, despite the public battle for Modric.
We all know because it was made public knowledge of our interest in Van Persie but in our current position we don't need to take gambles on players who are way overpriced and who aren't value for money. United are desperate to win the title back from us so have taken that gamble and it may pay off but I don't think any club with thoughts about long term sustainability would have risked upwards of £40m (transfer fee + wages) on an injury prone 29 year old who will have very little resale value in a couple of years. The Hazard situation was different because as far as we're all aware the fee was agreed with Lille, personal terms were agreed with the player and the only stumbling block was the £4m agent fee that only Chelsea were willing to pay (hence us and United both pulling out of the deal).
As a club we have set out with a very different strategy from previous years because we have refused to pay agent fees, we have refused to pay players contracts up and we have stayed strong in terms of not backing down to the likes of Tevez and Adebayor. Our dealings have been very professional and conducted out of the public eye, we are now trying to forge relationships with other clubs and do deals that are good for us, the selling or buying club and the player involved rather than just throwing money at every situation like we have in the past. So while we may miss out on a couple of targets this window, it will teach clubs who do want to deal with us in the future that we won't be messed around by them, players or agents. Look at the deal for Rodwell - the press knew fuck all until it was done and dusted, we dealt with Moyes in a very dignified manner in comparison to the deal for Lescott and they'll be very happy to deal with us again in the future. That's how business works these days, you have to build relationships and do things professionally or people will not take you seriously. Trust the people in charge, after all we've made significant progress every single year since the takeover on and off the pitch.
The best thing you have ever written on here, and bang on the money as far as I am concerned, the problem is people have been used to mega signings it's become like a drug, it gets them high (it really does) that's why you see so many names bandied about, they play their video games and then make the mistake of thinking it's real life, hence all the hissy fits, when they don't have a clue what is going on.
Also some people never change like the OP in this thread, if it's not one thing it's another thing to moan about, like I have always advised people, think before you post
Its not about mega signings though pal, its about simply strengthening your squad, whether you admit it or not this transfer window hasnt been good enough, way off in fact, there are very good players out there without the price tags (obviously we pay a slight premium) however like ive said, this window has been a shambles, for a club wanting to move forward and keep hold of the premier league and go further in the cl signing just jack rodwell isnt good enough.
grim up north said:kompany10 said:Ducado said:The best thing you have ever written on here, and bang on the money as far as I am concerned, the problem is people have been used to mega signings it's become like a drug, it gets them high (it really does) that's why you see so many names bandied about, they play their video games and then make the mistake of thinking it's real life, hence all the hissy fits, when they don't have a clue what is going on.
Also some people never change like the OP in this thread, if it's not one thing it's another thing to moan about, like I have always advised people, think before you post
Its not about mega signings though pal, its about simply strengthening your squad, whether you admit it or not this transfer window hasnt been good enough, way off in fact, there are very good players out there without the price tags (obviously we pay a slight premium) however like ive said, this window has been a shambles, for a club wanting to move forward and keep hold of the premier league and go further in the cl signing just jack rodwell isnt good enough.
Is it the 1st September today
Top post.fatbloke said:In response to the OP - if you have been biting your tongue for 3 months, why couldn't you wait another 7 days until the transfer window officially shuts so you can better a more informed judgement.
At the end of the day neither me, you or anyone else on Bluemoon has a clue as to which players we want, why we want those players or how we are conducting our business. You say Barcelona strengthened their squad after they won the treble but you conveniently forget to mention that Real Madrid who won the Spanish league last year haven't made a single signing this summer, despite the public battle for Modric.
We all know because it was made public knowledge of our interest in Van Persie but in our current position we don't need to take gambles on players who are way overpriced and who aren't value for money. United are desperate to win the title back from us so have taken that gamble and it may pay off but I don't think any club with thoughts about long term sustainability would have risked upwards of £40m (transfer fee + wages) on an injury prone 29 year old who will have very little resale value in a couple of years. The Hazard situation was different because as far as we're all aware the fee was agreed with Lille, personal terms were agreed with the player and the only stumbling block was the £4m agent fee that only Chelsea were willing to pay (hence us and United both pulling out of the deal).
As a club we have set out with a very different strategy from previous years because we have refused to pay agent fees, we have refused to pay players contracts up and we have stayed strong in terms of not backing down to the likes of Tevez and Adebayor. Our dealings have been very professional and conducted out of the public eye, we are now trying to forge relationships with other clubs and do deals that are good for us, the selling or buying club and the player involved rather than just throwing money at every situation like we have in the past. So while we may miss out on a couple of targets this window, it will teach clubs who do want to deal with us in the future that we won't be messed around by them, players or agents. Look at the deal for Rodwell - the press knew fuck all until it was done and dusted, we dealt with Moyes in a very dignified manner in comparison to the deal for Lescott and they'll be very happy to deal with us again in the future. That's how business works these days, you have to build relationships and do things professionally or people will not take you seriously. Trust the people in charge, after all we've made significant progress every single year since the takeover on and off the pitch.
Happy Feet said:Top post.fatbloke said:In response to the OP - if you have been biting your tongue for 3 months, why couldn't you wait another 7 days until the transfer window officially shuts so you can better a more informed judgement.
At the end of the day neither me, you or anyone else on Bluemoon has a clue as to which players we want, why we want those players or how we are conducting our business. You say Barcelona strengthened their squad after they won the treble but you conveniently forget to mention that Real Madrid who won the Spanish league last year haven't made a single signing this summer, despite the public battle for Modric.
We all know because it was made public knowledge of our interest in Van Persie but in our current position we don't need to take gambles on players who are way overpriced and who aren't value for money. United are desperate to win the title back from us so have taken that gamble and it may pay off but I don't think any club with thoughts about long term sustainability would have risked upwards of £40m (transfer fee + wages) on an injury prone 29 year old who will have very little resale value in a couple of years. The Hazard situation was different because as far as we're all aware the fee was agreed with Lille, personal terms were agreed with the player and the only stumbling block was the £4m agent fee that only Chelsea were willing to pay (hence us and United both pulling out of the deal).
As a club we have set out with a very different strategy from previous years because we have refused to pay agent fees, we have refused to pay players contracts up and we have stayed strong in terms of not backing down to the likes of Tevez and Adebayor. Our dealings have been very professional and conducted out of the public eye, we are now trying to forge relationships with other clubs and do deals that are good for us, the selling or buying club and the player involved rather than just throwing money at every situation like we have in the past. So while we may miss out on a couple of targets this window, it will teach clubs who do want to deal with us in the future that we won't be messed around by them, players or agents. Look at the deal for Rodwell - the press knew fuck all until it was done and dusted, we dealt with Moyes in a very dignified manner in comparison to the deal for Lescott and they'll be very happy to deal with us again in the future. That's how business works these days, you have to build relationships and do things professionally or people will not take you seriously. Trust the people in charge, after all we've made significant progress every single year since the takeover on and off the pitch.
Ye because I'm sure city look at bluemoon transfer thread to see who we want.Young Blue said:Bringing this topic up with only 7 days has a danger.
It could distract Mr Marwood and our transfer team who are entering their busiest period.
I wouldnt be surprised if several posted on this thread to shout up for their corner?
I am sure RM must be frustrated, but hopefully we can do something in the time remaining?
mcfc2607 said:Ye because I'm sure city look at bluemoon transfer thread to see who we want.Young Blue said:Bringing this topic up with only 7 days has a danger.
It could distract Mr Marwood and our transfer team who are entering their busiest period.
I wouldnt be surprised if several posted on this thread to shout up for their corner?
I am sure RM must be frustrated, but hopefully we can do something in the time remaining?