17 Jun 2019 13:51:35
Really don’t think there is going to be big money spent this summer or any so called marquee signings and it’s doesn't bother me because they’re not needed. What is needed is better quality within the squad.

We’re probably going to need a new second choice keeper if or when mignolet leaves.

The centre of defence is stocked unless lovren leaves but even then, Van dijk, Gomez and Matip should suffice. We could do with signing a versatile full back who can play both LB and RB. Milner can cover left back if needed but I would be more comfortable with an out and out full back for cover.

Midfield is overstocked as it is, especially with Ox coming back this season fighting for a starting spot. I think midfield is probably our strongest position within the squad regarding quality and depth. So all this talk of big bids for Bruno Fernandes is wide of the mark I think unless there is a player or 2 who leaves.

As for our forwards, I think it’s safe to say that barring any injuries, the front 3 will play the majority of the games although we will need a versatile forward to cover them in case of injuries and when they need a rest. I’ve seen cornet’s name mentioned a lot and I think he will be the type of player that is targeted as he is versatile, a good player and we won’t have to break the bank to sign him. As the Ed’s have said, a player like Pepe will only be looked at realistically if one of the front 3 leave.

This is probably the first transfer window in recent memory where I’m confident that we don’t need big reinforcements to have a successful season!

1.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 14:20:18
So, nothing new in your post at all then. So insightful of you to agree with all the information that we've already been given over and over. Folks, looks like we got a reader! ;)

2.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 14:32:50
I don't think vvd gomez and matip do suffice. You need 4 senior cbs going into a season, at least. I can't see lovren leaving though. If he does i think we will sign another world class cb.

I think you're right about the quality we have in midfield. And the front 3 will start most games. But, we were fairly lucky with injuries up top. With Sturridge leaving im pretty sure we will sign a forward. Maybe bring Ings back in?

A good back up keeper would be good. Cech would be decent imo but he wamts to play so not going to happen.

I don't think the wing back thing is such an issue. The two starters trent and robbo are super fit and we have players like henderson, fabhino, gomez, and milner who have all played at either rb or lb. Id like to see adam lewis brought in, given experience, if he works out we're sorted, if not then milner can cover when needed. The right side is easier. Hendo fabhino and gomez can all provide cover.

3.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 14:52:11
Robbiesline. Cech has retired from playing and has taken up a senior role at his former club, Chelsea.

4.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 15:24:27
Ok then jurgen Meister, sorry for boring you with my opinions! If you don’t like what I’ve written, scroll past my post!

5.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 16:36:38
What you reading for?

6.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 16:48:35
Nice Bill Hicks reference Fornax.

7.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 16:49:43
Nah we definitely need to strengthen mate. Everyone around us will, so we have too. I think we'll see one big name signing pal.

8.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 19:45:06
Jurgen Meister. And so what? Like you're the harbinger of fresh out of the oven news on a daily basis?

9.) 17 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 21:35:08
I'm inclined to agree with you JK_RED, we have a younger squad than city that will naturally improve. On top of that we have the Ox coming back, Keita still adapting and Fabinho playing from the get go. We'll be stronger regardless of who comes in. New signings are welcome, but only if they actually improve the club. Cover at fullback is a position that needs filling.

10.) 18 Jun 2019
17 Jun 2019 23:28:57
Robbie, Cech is retiring (I think) so that is a no-go. We dio need cover at both FB positions as well as a versatile forward that can cover all front three positions. As for CB if Lovs stays which I think he will, there will be no other CB coming in as that makes no sense. If he does leave then things may change.

Finally, It is high time we stopped saying "we can use Milner or Gomez as cover for FB's". That typ of thinking needs to end, IMO.
We need specialist FB's to play at their right positions to guarantee maximum output. It's not like we don't have the money to fill these roles, does it?

Playing Milner and Fab (midfielders) as well as Gomez (the starting CB we all think he can be) is stifling them and limiting our ability to be more flexible in midfield and at CB if injury to Robbo or TAA should occur. This is what stifled us a bit in Jan and Feb when TAA Gomez, and Lovs were injured and we should NOT allow that to happen again. IMO, Let the players play in their rightful positions so as to guarantee maximum production and let's be done with it. Enuff of this "this guy can play there so no need for cover" stuff.