Category: Transfers
Pedro Milner among Premier League most intriguing transfers – ESPN FC
Pedro Milner among Premier League most intriguing transfers – ESPN FC
Ola Toivonen always ends up somewhere in the Premier League in Football Manager so it seemed inevitable it would happen in real life. I agree these are among the most intriguing transfers. Would’ve liked to see him talk about Ayew to Swansea, Heung Min-Son to Tottenham and any number of Aston Villa’s somewhat random signings.
Premier League big boys put off by financial opportunities and transfer window palaver – Manchester City aside – Telegraph
Some good points about the distraction of the transfer window but I don’t agree wholeheartedly. If clubs got their business done early then there would be no need for posturing, or players looking over their shoulder and underperforming etc. Case in point, Chelsea did just that last season and look what it brought them. Mourinho’s unwillingness to rotate and defensive mentality in the second half of the season aside, they could have done even better than just the Premier League.
It is good to see some of the “smaller” clubs hold unto their stars this time around though. Makes things more interesting.
De Gea Martial and Man United signs of deadline day panic – ESPN FC
De Gea Martial and Man United signs of deadline day panic – ESPN FC
Yeah, you would really find it tough to argue that Manchester United’s signing of Anthony Martial was anything but a panic buy. Aside from the fee, you could say the same about Chelsea’s signings. Deadline itself was a bit of a bore but the last few days of the deadline were interesting overall.
Now, finally, to the football.
Manchester United gamble on Anthony Martial shows profit in futures market | Tor-Kristian Karlsen | Football | The Guardian
What happens when there’s a new coach at Manchester United though? Does Van Gaal think he can raise Martial’s level so much in two seasons with his rigidity? Definitely a big gamble.
He is a very talented young player, Arsenal fans can attest to that, but there’s no telling how things will end up.
Can Anthony Martial fulfill potential at Manchester United? – ESPN FC
Anthony Martial’s transfer fee proves Man United are gambling on potential
Saido Berahino and John Stones ‘non-deals’ highlight shift in Premier League power as Spurs and Chelsea fail to get their way – Transfers – Football – The Independent
Really good piece here. I do hope West Bromwich and Everton hold on to their respective players.
John Stones and the dispiriting evil of immediate migration | Squawka News | Squawka Analysis
John Stones and the dispiriting evil of immediate migration | Squawka News | Squawka Analysis
I’m sure it would be disheartening for fans of a club to see a player want to leave when’s barely become a regular for them. Wonder what the players are thinking sometimes, especially Stones.
How Wolfsburg lost Kevin De Bruyne to Man City – ESPN FC
How Wolfsburg lost Kevin De Bruyne to Man City – ESPN FC
I find it really strange, regardless of the reasoning the author provided, that Wolfsburg were willing to sell De Bruyne to Bayern Munich. A lot of teams have tried, or in Evertons and WBA’s cases are trying, to ward of rich suitors for their best players. You would think Wolfsburg would have been able to keep De Bruyne. Wonder how they’ll alter things without him.
What’s the point of handing in a transfer request? | FourFourTwo
What’s the point of handing in a transfer request? | FourFourTwo.
Interesting read. Transfer requests definitely change the dynamic at a club for the player involved. I don’t see why they would do it unless they are certain they’ll get what they want. Doesn’t look like Stones or Berahino will at this time and so both will face the wrath of their fans. Raheem Sterling’s approach wasn’t great either but a transfer request just opens a whole can of worms. I think it can still have an effect depending on the parties involved.
Weekly Why: Arsenal, Karim Benzema and the Mystery of Arsene Wenger’s Chequebook | Bleacher Report
Weekly Why: Arsenal, Karim Benzema and the Mystery of Arsene Wenger’s Chequebook | Bleacher Report.
Well then. All clubs should try to win all trophies available, I agree. I’m not sure we want to see money raining down from the heavens and thrown all over the place though either.
As Pedro settles into life at Chelsea questions remain – ESPN FC
As Pedro settles into life at Chelsea questions remain – ESPN FC.
Last look at this whole Pedro deal.
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