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There is definitely something to those rumours. We know for sure Neymar is desperate to get away, we know PSG feel the pressure to let him go, and we know Barca would want to get him back if a reasonable opportunity arises. Whether it is a good idea or not... well, it is hard to tell. PSG has already lowered their initial asking price considerably. The closer we get to deadline day, the more desperate they will be, as being stuck with a player on a ridiculous wage bill and who doesn´t cooperate is an unwanted scenario. Right now Barca don´t have the funds, but there are ways to get around that. One solution that has been rumored is to do what PSG did with Mbappe and officially "loan" the player for one season with an obligatory purchase next summer. Another plan is to hopefully get some solid funds from Coutinho, Rakitic and Malcom that together would facilitate a bid at somewhere between 100 and 150 million euros (perhaps payed in installments with additional bonuses) which PSG might feel forced to accept. For the time being Barca can confidently play the waiting game. The pressure is not really on them, but on Neymar who desperately wants a move and on PSG who face the dilemma of having a troublesome player in the squad.
All in all a move is reasonably likely. Whether it would be a good thing for Barca if it happens? I am not sure...
The possible outcomes you mention here does look like likely scenarios. Perhaps even more so with the rumours of Coutinho/Rakitić leaving. If English clubs are to make bids, they're working against the clock, though.
The whole Neymar "saga" has always looked so strange to me. Why did he leave Barca in the first place?
Good question. There were some explenations put forward at the time. That he "wanted a new challenge", wanted to "be the main man", liked Paris and the Brazilian team mates at PSG and of course the enormous pay rise. All of them might be true, but I think another huge factor was his agent, Neymar Sr who saw it as a great opportunity to earn another ridiculous agent fee. Some agents make sure their players often change clubs and sign for the teams that are willing to pay the best sign on fees. Mino Raiola is famous for it. And I have a feeling some of these young superstars are quite easily manipulated.
Wouldn't be surprised if this was the case. Agents hold so much power these days, and have so much impact on where their clients end up playing. This is unlikely to change, I'm afraid.
Lack of transfers for Liverpool super frustrating. They all look tired. Like that the OX and Adam are back so two new signings there maybe? Bring back PC and he'll die for the club to get him out of that nightmare he's been living. It'll give us a spark.
Plus watch the Ladies' British Golf Open if you have a chance cracking last hour - proper sporting drama. This lady needs to win.
For all the negativity I think Arsenal have had a more than reasonable transfer window.
It's as good as fans could have hoped for. Unfortunately it's not enough, IMO; Arsenal will struggle as usual conceding goals, which will certainly place them outside top four.
why so neagative? you could've landed big Andy from the Hammers.
Did Liverpool really need to strengthen? They could go with a bit more coverage in certain places in the team, but they still look good for the season.
I'm just being realistic; I think this season will be even more competitive, and the Arsenal defence is still a concern. Again, I think they did as good as possible. They weren't going to sign a £80m CB like United did.
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Andy to Newcastle isn't the worst transfer, is it? I heard the contract is a pay-as-you-play deal – which I guess will suit both him and the club.
He's like Michael Owen joining Newshafted United, an injury just waiting to happen.
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That's probably the reason behind the pay-as-you-play deal.
He is still on a contract for a year though so who knows.
As for Arsenal,i'm very happy with how it turned out.
We now have 2 seriously good full backs in Tierney and Bellerin (when he is back),very quick.
Lazarette,Aub,and Pepe up front,again,serious speed.
And now Unai can play his favourite back three re centre backs,with David Luiz's speed,passing ability and free kick potential.
And a few youngsters,also we offloaded Iwobi to get £35m back in the bank.
I'm more excited about Arsenal than for a long time,the damage the team can do is immense.
And still Bellerin and Holding to come back.
He's a yellow / red card nightmare. Doesn't stay in position always, playing far to far forward. I hope he does better at Arsenal, certainly not one I'll miss from the Chelsea squad.
We'll see Benster ;)
I agree, but he's better than the option(s) – and he's worked with Emery before. As a Deadline Day transfer and given the prices CB's go for these days, Arsenal couldn't have done better. It's not enough though; Arsenal are waaaaay behind the other teams, and won't do much better this season, IMO.
1. Manchester City
2. Liverpool
3. Sp*rs
4. Chelsea
5. Manchester United
6. Everton
7. Arsenal
8. Leicester
9. Wolves
10. West Ham
11. Watford
12. Bournemouth
13. Southampton
14. Burnley
15. Crystal Palace
16. Aston Villa
17. Norwich
18. Brighton
19. Newcastle
20. Sheffield United
You can probably swap Liverpool and Spurs as well. I have a feeling Liverpool will get a reality check this season. Not strenghtening at all this summer will be revealed to be a mistake I think. Everything came together perfectly for them last season. They will still be a good team but I don´t think things will run as smoothly this season. Their squad is still light, and Klopp´s football drains energy.
Edit: I also think both Everton and Chelsea will finish above Manchester United. Ole will be gone by November... and even the Norwegian media will feel it´s about time when it happens ;)
I actually think Lampard can do well with that young squad. They have an alright defence too, which is why I think Chelsea will manage 4th. It will be tight between some of the teams though.
As for Arsenal, they're a long way from having a preferred starting eleven due to injuries; Tierney, Holding and Bellerín are out for weeks/months still, and in the meantime I expect Arsenal to concede a lot of goals. Will they score enough to get enough points? I fear not.
There's a chance this might actually happen. Sp*rs are (unfortunately) looking strong, but I still believe that Liverpool will finish above them.
I can see two scenarios re. United; either the one you're predicting (with a new manager keeping them top six), or that they manage enough wins to keep them in the top four race, strengthening in January – finishing anywhere between 4th-6th (my prediction: 5th).
Damn…
These LGBQT fulled attacks need to be stopped. These crimes or threats need to be taken seriously.
LGBQT?
I don't think Klopp's squad is big enough to manage this.
Bobby is disgusting, so rude, so dirty. What a player of high tekkers.