2016 Summer Transfer Window

[Drew.]

It's happening

https://metrouk2.files.wordpress.com/2016/04/519068554-e1461168430155.jpg?w=748&h=540&crop=1

[Shaun]

going into hiding

[GiRTh]

Realistic targets for Arsenal. Not top players as I dont think we can attract them

John Terry - I fear some may laugh at this choice but if Chelsea are gonna let him go - and it looking likely they will, seems crazy to me but who knows whats going on - we should try our hardest to get him. He's a leader, played and won at the highest level, organisor, vocal on the pitch and in the dressing room and still a top defender. The very thing we lack in our side. Only problem is his age but I'd take 35 year old Terry over the likes of Schillachi , Stepanovs, Pascal Cygan, Senderos, Johan Djourou and any of the other centre back disasters we've had over the years.

Kelechi Ihanacio - unlikely to get him cuz I think Pep will like him but he'd be a good addition.

Saido Berahino - He cant be enjoying it at West BRom. Doubts over his temperament cuz as well as the dispute with Pulis and the chairman he also fell out with Uwe Rosler when he was on loan as a teenager. A teenager falling out with an experienced manger is not good. Other issues are he''s a bit too similar to players we already have but I think he's better than them especially Giroud and walcott and with Welbeck out for up to six month I think he'd be great for us.

[Shaun]

here for us redeeming Chelsea players as they near retirement tbh

[Drew.]

Bera has a horrible attitude, wouldn't like him anywhere near the squad. Rate him but i'd even start Giroud over him. Ideally one of Higuain, Cavani or Lacazette would be perfect. The same names that crop up every summer but it's even more likely they could be sold this year with Cavani unhappy with his treatment and Lyon needing money.

[GiRTh]

Bera has a horrible attitude, wouldn't like him anywhere near the squad. Rate him but i'd even start Giroud over him. Ideally one of Higuain, Cavani or Lacazette would be perfect. The same names that crop up every summer but it's even more likely they could be sold this year with Cavani unhappy with his treatment and Lyon needing money.I agree about Bera but surely he looks at Harry Kane, who he played with at every junior level, and thinks its time for him to get to that level. I hope he does that and starts showing his potential.

[Drew.]

You'd think but i dunno, theres way too many concerns about his behaviour and attitude towards it all. He doesn't show any of the hunger and desire Kane has either. We're long overdue a world class striker at the club

[Denver]

Gotze to Liverpool is happening member i told ya

[Black Dagger]

Time to work your magic, Lord Pep.

[GiRTh]

Lukaku - Would cost a lot of money but he's scored goals at every club he's played, knows the Premiership and wants to play in Europe. If Martinez is sacked he may become available. He'd be a big upgrade on Giroud.

[GiRTh]

Arsenal stunned as £30m star sends message to club over deal (http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/670161/Granit-Xhaka-Arsenal-deadline-30m-Premier-League-news-gossip-rumours)

Granit Xhaka: I want Arsenal deal wrapped up soon (http://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/515272/Granit-Xhaka-Arsenal-transfer-news)

This story about Granit Xhaka is also in the Star. Been looking for the post but cant find it he must have deleted it.

If he wants to play for us then I think he'd be brilliant. A great midfielder who according to reports I've read is strong in the tackle and a leader on the pitch. If this is true then he's prefect. Now for the bad news he's gonna cost about 35 million plus. He's not a household name and I'm not sure the manager will pay that much for a players who so many have not heard of. We'll have a look to see what the manager does.

[GiRTh]

Granit Xhaka to Arsenal: £33.8m Gunners target receives standing ovation and embraces boss in final game (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/granit-xhaka-to-arsenal-35m-gunners-target-receives-standing-ovation-and-embraces-boss-in-final-game-a3248161.html)

Looks like this is a done deal. The player has said he wants to go to Arsenal and the fans seems resigned to losing him. Only stumbling block seems to be the 30 odd million needed to get him. Lets hope the manger is prepared to pay it.

[Drew.]

He's started following the Arsenal instagram account and a few players on there, it could mean nothing but it's unusual for players to do that and it times in very well with all the rumours about him

[Shaun]

here for arsene unveiling him just before the villa game with a nice smirk

[Drew.]

Would make a nice change to have a signing announced early. Pretty sure he wanted his future sorted before the Euros so if it does happen it should be soon

[GiRTh]

The player has said he wants the deal done by the Euros so I hope Wenger gives the fans something to look forward to after such a stop/start season.

[Brother Leon]

Can't wait for De Gea to leave for peanuts and to overpay for every signing..yay.

[Denver]

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That I'll do me :clap1:

[GiRTh]

Granit Xhaka pictured in full Arsenal kit ahead of £35million move from Borussia Monchengladbach (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3602256/Arsenal-land-Granit-Xhaka-Borussia-Monchengladbach-midfielder-pictured-Gunners-kit-completing-35m-move.html)

This is an actual serious signing. Many other teams across Europe were looking to sign him. I'm looking forward to him playing for Arsenal. :thumbs:

[Shaun]

Now morata :hee:

(I have no optimism about him coming good. I would die. It'd be just too perfect. If we sign him I'm proposing to all of you.)

[Brother Leon]

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[Mystic Mock]

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Is Zlatan joining as a player or as a coach?

[Black Dagger]

Gundogan wooo yay xo

[Mystic Mock]

Rowett speaking sense again.:clap1:

http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/birmingham-city-boss-gary-rowett-11365204

Out of the strikers that his looking for I think that Tony Watt has the most potential to be good as his played for some reasonably big teams in the past, and his scored against some big teams like Barcelona as the prime example.

[GiRTh]

Now morata :hee:

(I have no optimism about him coming good. I would die. It'd be just too perfect. If we sign him I'm proposing to all of you.)We're linked with him every year and with Arteta, Rosicky, Flamini all going we need to sign at least three players this window. Read that Juventus may be looking at a price of around 50 million. Cant see anyone paying that for him. Other one is Benatia at Bayern. Good center back but terrible injury record so he should fit right in.

[Denver]

We're linked with him every year and with Arteta, Rosicky, Flamini all going we need to sign at least three players this window. Read that Juventus may be looking at a price of around 50 million. Cant see anyone paying that for him. Other one is Benatia at Bayern. Good center back but terrible injury record so he should fit right in.

I thought Real Madrid were activating their buy back clause?

[GiRTh]

I thought Real Madrid were activating their buy back clause?At 25 million?

They have that option but I'm not seeing them linked with him in many stories but if not the figures being thrown about are 45 million plus,

[Drew.]

Some pretty strong links with Morata recently and a lot of journo's today are saying Madrid will be using his buy back clause.. please make it happen

[GiRTh]

Some pretty strong links with Morata recently and a lot of journo's today are saying Madrid will be using his buy back clause.. please make it happenBut if they buy him back at 25 million then they can slap an unrealistic 50 million price on his head and start a bidding war. :shrug:

[Shaun]

would be worth it tbh if Mangala and Sterling went for 40

[GiRTh]

But will the manager pay it?. I'm still shocked he paid 30 odd million for Xhaka.

[GiRTh]

Heard a rumour the Ox is off to Leicester.

[Drew.]

But if they buy him back at 25 million then they can slap an unrealistic 50 million price on his head and start a bidding war. :shrug:

Yeah, they could easily milk this and get a ridiculous fee or even keep him. But there seems to be quite a lot to this story linking us with him and my initial thought would have been they'd only recall him knowing they were selling him on for a profit.. i'm just doing what i do every season and being overly optimistic about a rumoured signing lol. I would never have thought Arsene would spend over 30m on two players in 1 window but heres hoping

[Brother Leon]

Is Zlatan joining as a player or as a coach?

Player with option to become a coach when he retires.

[Denver]

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£4.7 million what a steal :Clap1: The 2nd best goalkeeper in Germany and a massive improvement to Minolet and he goes straight in as #1

[Shaun]

idkha

[Crimson Dynamo]

oh its a german

:idc:

[Denver]

idkha

Need to keep up with your German football :fist: he also played for Man City well their youth team

[Babayaro.]

Loris Karius is what the Spurs defenders have been saying for the last few years

[Crimson Dynamo]

Loris Karius is what the Spurs defenders have been saying for the last few years

:joker::joker:

[Crimson Dynamo]

that was very good

[Babayaro.]

Sadly I stole it from Twitter :omgno:

[Crimson Dynamo]

Sadly I stole it from Twitter :omgno:

:fist:

you madonna kebab fake

[Babayaro.]

I still made you laugh though :hee:

[MTVN]

Don't think Liverpool signing a random German keeper merits having its own thread so have merged with the transfer thread

[Shaun]

:joker:

[GiRTh]

Don't think Liverpool signing a random German keeper merits having its own thread so have merged with the transfer thread:joker:

The morata rumours are getting bigger. Apparently he has said goodbye to the Juve fans and his manager is trying to get him to stay.

[Brother Leon]

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:hee:

[Drew.]

Looks like he's definitely off after his friends in Italy posted this

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CjK1BttWYAAGelf.jpg

[Shaun]

idk why but I always assumed De Gea-Madrid would just go ahead in the next window after they missed the deadline that time.

[Denver]

Don't think Liverpool signing a random German keeper merits having its own thread so have merged with the transfer thread

He not random he is their new number one and one of the best young goalkeepers in the world :fist:

[Shaun]

which is why he had such a hefty transfer fee after all :fist:

[Denver]

which is why he had such a hefty transfer fee after all :fist:

Its his release clause in his contract

He was voted the 2nd best goalkeeper in Germany last year and no other goalkeeper under 23 in Europe made more saves then him

[Drew.]

That just means Mainz have a shoddy defence

[Denver]

But also proves he is great

[Black Dagger]

Yay Gundogan. Wooo

[GiRTh]

Romelu Lukaku confirms he wants to leave Everton (http://www.skysports.com/football/news/11671/10294708/romelu-lukaku-confirms-he-wants-to-leave-everton)

Forget Morata this is the striker for us. We should try our best to get him.

[Mystic Mock]

Player with option to become a coach when he retires.

Okay thanks.

[Brother Leon]

Robert Lewandowski’s agent has revealed that the Bayern Munich striker has held talks with Real Madrid and could be interested in leaving the German champions this summer.

The Poland international, who scored 30 league goals as Bayern claimed their fourth successive Bundesliga title, has been the subject of transfer speculation since failing to agree an extension to his contract in April. That is due to expire in 2019 and now his agent, Cezary Kucharski, has confirmed the Champions League finalists have made contact to discuss a potential move.

“Real Madrid contacted us a few weeks ago, we listened to everything they said. It’s a big and exciting club,” Kucharski told the German news magazine Spiegel. “We have informed FC Bayern that we’ve held talks with Madrid.”

Lewandowski, who is preparing for Poland’s friendly games next week against Holland and Lithuania, added: “Contracts are not a holy relic in football. You can like this attitude or not but it’s the truth. Sometimes you have to think about if it is meaningful to try out a new impulse.”

But with three years remaining on his current deal, any offer to prise Lewandowski away from Bayern will probably have to be in excess of £50m, with reports in Germany suggesting that Real could propose a six-year-contract worth up to €25m (£19m) a year.
https://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/may/27/bayern-munich-robert-lewandowski-real-madrid-talks
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Well... Ain't that some ****.

[Shaun]

Aubameyang on the move as well, rumours with Madrid but also some with United, Arsenal and Chelsea :worry:

[GiRTh]

Aubameyang on the move as well, rumours with Madrid but also some with United, Arsenal and Chelsea :worry:I'd prefer him to Morata but he'd also cost a fortune. Probably over 65 million.

[Black Dagger]

ilkay gundogan

[Nicky91]

ilkay gundogan

one of the currently most talented footballers :clap1: :clap1:

[GiRTh]

Morata scores two for Spain last night. He's been selected as their main striker for the Euros. If he does well then the 45 million being touted will surely go up to about 60 million. Would be a shrewd move to try and get him before the Euros.

[Shaun]

Ball's in Madrid's court though I guess. He's been quoted as saying he'd love to stay at Madrid but I can't see them wanting him first choice... and if they can wait until he ups his own value this summer I'm sure they will.

[GiRTh]

Ball's in Madrid's court though I guess. He's been quoted as saying he'd love to stay at Madrid but I can't see them wanting him first choice... and if they can wait until he ups his own value this summer I'm sure they will.True. Hope we get him; according to most sources he's our number one target. If we dont get him then I hope Wenger doesn't claim no one is available and tries to get another striker. If we go into the next season with Giroud and Walcott again then I fear for the worst. Talking of, big Olly scored the other day too against Cameroon. Good goal as well.

[Drew.]

Well i didn't see this coming, apparently he's very reliable

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[Shaun]

https://67.media.tumblr.com/4eae945a54575434d9f042ac7409ec1e/tumblr_inline_o6mx68v9Rn1r6j5bw_500.gif

quite enough of this window already

[Jack.]

Well i didn't see this coming, apparently he's very reliable

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Strange signing if true not the normal sort of player arsenal normally buy.

[GiRTh]

I'd take Vardy over our current strikers any day

[Drew.]

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[Drew.]

I really can't make my mind up on this. If he carries on his form from last season he could be deadly with Xhaka and Ozil behind him, but my head tells me last season was a one season wonder and his age is a huge downside.

[GiRTh]

Great news. Dont even care that he's 29. All that means is that finally Wenger is starting to think short term. So sick of him buying players at 17 sending them out on loan for season after season and then selling them at 22. Finally we are going for players who are already established.

[GiRTh]

I really can't make my mind up on this. If he carries on his form from last season he could be deadly with Xhaka and Ozil behind him, but my head tells me last season was a one season wonder and his age is a huge downside.I see that argument but I encourage the fact we are looking short term. I havent the patience for another Wenger 17 year old with potential project. I havent the patience for another Walcott if I'm being honest. The way he plays would be perfect for us as he's a different kind of player to what we already have. I hope he signs.

[Drew.]

I see that argument but I encourage the fact we are looking short term. I havent the patience for another Wenger 17 year old with potential project. I havent the patience for another Walcott if I'm being honest. The way he plays would be perfect for us as he's a different kind of player to what we already have. I hope he signs.

I'm with you completely, short term is the answer. This just feels like the easy option.. there are better more proven strikers out there. I love the fact we'd have some real grit in the team with Xhaka, Wilshere and Vardy, but i just worry Vardy won't produce what he did this previous season

[GiRTh]

I'm with you completely, short term is the answer. This just feels like the easy option.. but there are better more proven strikers out there. I love the fact we'd have some real grit in the team with Xhaka, Wilshere and Vardy, but i just worry Vardy won't produce what he did this previous seasonMabe but I hope he is still hungry for success. Even if we get two half decent seasons out of him it could give us the edge in those big games.

[Drew.]

I look back to Utd buying RVP from us for about the same price for a player the same age after similar seasons, he went to Utd and won them the title.. thats my positive look on it. I'm just struggling to put the two players in the same category and dont realistically think he could do what RVP did for Utd

[GiRTh]

Strange signing if true not the normal sort of player arsenal normally buy.Thats a good thing IMO. We need different types of players.

[GiRTh]

I look back to Utd buying RVP from us for about the same price for a player the same age after similar seasons, he went to Utd and won them the title.. thats my positive look on it. I'm just struggling to put the two players in the same category and dont realistically think he could do what RVP did for UtdHe's no RVP but he'll score goals for us if he gets the service. I dont deny his ability to score goals for us I just hope he's still hungry for success.

[Brother Leon]

Was worried Arsenal were about to sign Higuian or a truly World class striker. Not too concerned about Vardy. Good stuff.

[Black Dagger]

Was worried Arsenal were about to sign Higuian or a truly World class striker. Not too concerned about Vardy. Good stuff.

How I'm feeling really.

[GiRTh]

Was worried Arsenal were about to sign Higuian or a truly World class striker. Not too concerned about Vardy. Good stuff.Sorry couldnt stop laughing that you thought Arsenal would actually sign a world class striker. No chance. :joker:

This is a very exciting signing for Arsenal if it happens. You may not be impressed but this is something different . This is not Giroud and Walcott this is a player who's motivated and driven and not the pampered football academy deadbeat players that we currently have in the squad. I'm very excited for this signing if it happens.

[Jack.]

Thats a good thing IMO. We need different types of players.

Yeah it is.

[Jack.]

Vardy also being linked with Liverpool with them offering a higher wage but apparently he would cost Liverpool more as the buy out clause of 20m only applies to clubs in the champions league.

[Drew.]

Zlatan to United could be done before the Euros as well

[Brother Leon]

Sorry couldnt stop laughing that you thought Arsenal would actually sign a world class striker. No chance. :joker:

This is a very exciting signing for Arsenal if it happens. You may not be impressed but this is something different . This is not Giroud and Walcott this is a player who's motivated and driven and not the pampered football academy deadbeat players that we currently have in the squad. I'm very excited for this signing if it happens.

I give him a month before Giroud out plays him and sends him to the bench. Don't get why Arsenal fans disrespect Giroud so much.

[Jack.]

Zlatan to United could be done before the Euros as well

He must be getting on now, Isn't he about 35?? but I see that he is still scoring the goals at PSG

[Brother Leon]

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is set to sign for Manchester United on a one-year contract, according to Sky sources.

He will be Jose Mourinho's first signing since joining the club as manager - Sky Sports News HQ reporter Andy Burton says the deal is close to competition and could even be finalised before Euro 2016.

Burton also reports that United were made aware of the possibility of signing Leicester forward Jamie Vardy, but decided not to make an offer because they do not want to block the path of Marcus Rashford by bringing in two new forwards.

By steering clear of Vardy, United believe they can sign Ibrahimovic and still offer Rashford a realistic chance at regular first-team football.


Go on,Rashford!

[GiRTh]

I give him a month before Giroud out plays him and sends him to the bench. Don't get why Arsenal fans disrespect Giroud so much.That might happen as it seems Giroud is not quite as good when he has no competition for his place.

Giroud is criticized by me for many things. Where do I start? . He's horribly inconsistent; he went almost four months without scoring in the Premiership this season. He scored two against Liverpool on Jan 13th then didn't score again in the league till 8th May. Just a few days short of four months. Would you not criticize a striker if he put up those numbers? Meanwhile while he was failing to score Leicester were winning the league. If he'd scored as few five goals in that time Arsenal may have won the league? Who knows?. Giroud played in every single Premiership match for us last season. He didnt start them all but he got on the pitch at some point in every match and during that time produced, up till the last few weeks of the season, 13 goals. I'm trying hard to discount his hatrick against a relegated club on the last day of the season. Too little too late from him. Arsenal last year led the league in chances created with Ozil on his own braking the league record for chances created for other teammates. Giroud scored the same number of goals as Jermain Defoe while saving Sunderland from relegation.

Putting all of that aside , I just think he is one of the most frustrating players to watch. Its the histrionics and play acting that get to me. The hands on the head, the hands on the hips or the beating the ground when he misses a chance. And he misses plenty. When Sanchez misses a chance he goes running after the ball Giroud on the other hand will be beating the floor like he's so unlucky. It was not down to bad luck why he went 4 months without scoring.

[Denver]

He will end up at Liverpool for double the price and it will piss me off

[Jack.]

He will end up at Liverpool for double the price and it will piss me off

Don't think he'll come to us. Arsenal have go CL to offer him so...

[Denver]

Don't think he'll come to us. Arsenal have go CL to offer him so...

Liverpool are willing to offer way more in wages though

[Jack.]

Liverpool are willing to offer way more in wages though

Yeah suppose he has to think does he want to play in the CL with Arsenal and be on a lower wage or come to Liverpool and be on a higher wage but with no CL.

[Denver]

Yeah suppose he has to think does he want to play in the CL with Arsenal and be on a lower wage or come to Liverpool and be on a higher wage but with no CL.

He seems like someone who would choose money

[Jack.]

He seems like someone who would choose money

Yeah I wouldn't mind him as long as he was in the form that was last season :laugh:

[Denver]

Yeah I wouldn't mind him as long as he was in the form that was last season :laugh:
He is very fast and we all know Klopp loves to play a high pace game so its a possibility im just worried about wasting another Benteke/Carrol sized transfer fee

[Jack.]

He is very fast and we all know Klopp loves to play a high pace game so its a possibility im just worried about wasting another Benteke/Carrol sized transfer fee

Yeah as long as we get him for under 28m i'll be happy.

[Tarryn]

He must be getting on now, Isn't he about 35?? but I see that he is still scoring the goals at PSG

Even in his mid thirties I would still take him over most right now.
We need a proven winner in the dressing room to help us on the pitch.
Even for one or two seasons it could be really good for us.
Plus, it won't push Rashford out. Zlatan does not need to prove anything while a Vardy does. I'm just happy that Jose seems to be taking on board our need to push the youth.

[Shaun]

I would be worried if Arsenal went for him but I can see him with occasional Rashford cameos working really well for United tbf

[Tarryn]

I would be worried if Arsenal went for him but I can see him with occasional Rashford cameos working really well for United tbf

I thought Zlatan would have really suited Arsenal.

[Shaun]

idk, we seem to be more about the speedy-passing counters that he might be a bit too slow for now, they just never seem to work for us bc someone like Walcott or Giroud will balls it up somewhere in the build up :laugh: hoping Vardy is a good fit for us at least

[GiRTh]

Boring James Milner ‏@BoringMilner 1h1 hour ago

I saw Jamie Vardy popping a bottle of champagne earlier. Wonder what he was celebrating.


Love this twitter account

[GiRTh]

Liverpool transfer news and rumours: Reds linked with surprise move for Arsenal defender Kieran Gibbs (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/liverpool-transfer-news-rumours-reds-8117078)

:thumbs: Take him, you can have him.

[Drew.]

will he or wont he

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[Shaun]

Gibbs leaving and Rodriguez incoming is like throwing up a Rustlers burger before tucking into a steak.

[Drew.]

a ****ing good steak

[GiRTh]

will he or wont he

739538134770274305Some sources claim he had a medical today.

Vardy medical today, Wenger wants Mkhitaryan, defender return (http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/676929/Arsenal-Transfer-New-Vardy-Wenger-Mkhitaryan-Gunners-AFC-Gossip)

[GiRTh]

Gibbs leaving and Rodriguez incoming is like throwing up a Rustlers burger before tucking into a steak.:joker:

[Drew.]

Imagine if we get turned down by Vardy though lol

If he was confident in joining then this would be wrapped up by now, definitely something going on

[GiRTh]

Surely a no brainer for him. More money, more likely to get in the England team, no one else looking at him at this stage. That might change after the Euros, of course.

[Drew.]

I don't think it'll hinder his chances playing for England.. i think his concern will probably be the amount of first team football he's given. He's the star man at Leicester whereas he won't be here, he won't even be guaranteed a starting place

[Denver]

Liverpool will never sign Gibbs plus Chilwell is already close to happening

[GiRTh]

I don't think it'll hinder his chances playing for England.. i think his concern will probably be the amount of first team football he's given. He's the star man at Leicester whereas he won't be here, he won't even be guaranteed a starting placeI get what you're saying but I was more referring to our players who get in the England team even when they dont deserve it. *Walcott* *Gibbs* and gotta say I'm surpised Wilshire walked into the Euro squad even though he hasnt played a full game for us for almost two years. Danny Drinkwater cant be pleased.

[Drew.]

I get you. Drinkwater being cut was understandable.. lacks the experience at international level and looked poor in the appearances he made, way to much of a gamble for tournament. I still don't think Vardys place will come under threat with a dip of form at Arsenal or even Leicester, he's shown he can do it. But yeh, i don't think this is playing a part with his thoughts tonight.. it's probably all about his reputation and fear of becoming hated by Leicester fans, the money and game time he'll get.

If this new contract Leicester offering him is enough money i could see him staying put

[GiRTh]

Riyad Mahrez to Arsenal with Jamie Vardy? (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/jun/06/football-transfer-rumours-riyad-mahrez-to-arsenal-with-jamie-vardy):dance:

[Alf]

I'm not happy for Ronald Koeman taking over us as manager, I've never forgive him for knocking us out the 94 World cup, he brought a summer of misery to us that year.

[Alf]

Riyad Mahrez to Arsenal with Jamie Vardy? (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/jun/06/football-transfer-rumours-riyad-mahrez-to-arsenal-with-jamie-vardy):dance:
I think Vardy would be foolish to leave Leicester at this moment. To not go on the European adventure with them after what they've done to get there is a mistake, and one he'd end up regretting.

He's idolised by the Leicester fans, and he'll already earn enough money to live well for the rest of his life, so it shouldn't be about the money.

The European nights at Leicester are gonna be huge occasions with an electric atmosphere, I'd want to be part of that, instead of worrying if you're gonna start or not for Arsenal.

[GiRTh]

If he signs then I think he'll play alot of games for Arsenal. I cant see a 20 plus goal a season man being ousted by 13 goal Giroud or 5 goal Walcott, but then again Wenger has made much stranger decisions lately. :joker:

I agree with you though, the best move fro him is probably to stay at Leicester but he seems a hungry player . He' proved he can match the best strikers in th Premiership , he's proved he can play at the highest level but can he be the top man at a club like Arsenal. It would be quite challenge for hm if he goes for it.

[Tarryn]

I think Vardy would be foolish to leave Leicester at this moment. To not go on the European adventure with them after what they've done to get there is a mistake, and one he'd end up regretting.

He's idolised by the Leicester fans, and he'll already earn enough money to live well for the rest of his life, so it shouldn't be about the money.

The European nights at Leicester are gonna be huge occasions with an electric atmosphere, I'd want to be part of that, instead of worrying if you're gonna start or not for Arsenal.

Totally agree. At least stay another season & defend the title. If that team could stay together then they could do well.
I think it would be a shame for the fans to see that squad ripped apart so soon.

[Denver]

Higuain to Liverpool?

[Cherie]

:smug:I think Vardy would be foolish to leave Leicester at this moment. To not go on the European adventure with them after what they've done to get there is a mistake, and one he'd end up regretting.

He's idolised by the Leicester fans, and he'll already earn enough money to live well for the rest of his life, so it shouldn't be about the money.

The European nights at Leicester are gonna be huge occasions with an electric atmosphere, I'd want to be part of that, instead of worrying if you're gonna start or not for Arsenal.

Agree with this, it's interesting that he is dragging his heels, him going will also see a few more leave, shame really

[Shaun]

I've got a hunch he'll stay in the end, can't say I'm really arsed either way at the moment

[Drew.]

I wasn't all that fussed about Vardy until seeing this, god help us

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CkV06bBWUAAr24A.jpg:large

[Shaun]

I haven't seen anything that fake since Jake's smile upon entering the caravan

[Drew.]

Face it Shaun, he's leading the line next season

[GiRTh]

If Vardy cant make his mind up then I dont think he's gonna join. I think this is indicative of how we are not that much of a draw anymore for players. Years ago he'd have signed by now. I think we should move on to other targets. It'll be a shame if he doesnt sign for us I was actually getting excited about next season when I thought he'd join us.

Drew that looks fake. If Wegner doesnt go and try to get a striker, dont even needs to be a top striker, and goes with Giroud, Sanogo and Walcott next season then if those three chumps get him the sack there will not be one iota of sympathy from me., The three of them have shown time and time again that in terms of consistency over a season they are a long way short of what we need.

[GiRTh]

Just noticed, Vardy has changed his twitter profile pic to him in the new Leicester kit. He's gonna look an even bigger asshole if he leaves now. Something is telling me its not gonna happen. :sad:

https://twitter.com/vardy7?lang=en-gb

[Brother Leon]

United have signed Eric Bailly. Can't say I know a thing about him, but Spanish fans seem high on him. I trust Jose when it comes to defenders anyway.

[Shaun]

^now confirmed with a work permit pending.

Pretty good signing I should imagine

[Shaun]

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One would assume this was to replace someone leaving, wouldn't they? :whistle:

[GiRTh]

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One would assume this was to replace someone leaving, wouldn't they? :whistle:Could be. We should have a punt on Deeney IMO We can do much worse.

[GiRTh]

We are close to signing Bolton defender Rob Holding. Lets hope this one can get over the line. :joker:

http://www.90min.com/posts/3310655-arsenal-agree-fee-for-bolton-youngster-rob-holding

[Brother Leon]

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[Black Dagger]

... great.

[GiRTh]

No worries, Rob Holding is the 'next John Stones'.

[Jack.]

Is Stones really as good as the papers make out he is?

[Drew.]

Stones is quality, one of my favourite English players. Martinez ****ed him over but he's got so much potential he could make it at any of the top clubs in Eng, would have loved him at Arsenal

[Jack.]

Just to say my post didn't mean I was calling stone ****, I literally never see him play as I'm a Liverpool and Wales support and not a Everton and England support :laugh:

[Shaun]

West Ham signing Feghouli could be a very good move

[Shaun]

and Koeman joining Everton could be a very bad one :hee:

[Mystic Mock]

I get you. Drinkwater being cut was understandable.. lacks the experience at international level and looked poor in the appearances he made, way to much of a gamble for tournament. I still don't think Vardys place will come under threat with a dip of form at Arsenal or even Leicester, he's shown he can do it. But yeh, i don't think this is playing a part with his thoughts tonight.. it's probably all about his reputation and fear of becoming hated by Leicester fans, the money and game time he'll get.

If this new contract Leicester offering him is enough money i could see him staying put

No it wasn't, he was playing well and got cut whilst Henderson, Lallana, and Sterling was picked.:umm2:

[Drew.]

No it wasn't, he was playing well and got cut whilst Henderson, Lallana, and Sterling was picked.:umm2:

Did you see him playing in the friendlies Mock? He was way out of his comfort zone, you can't be risking that going into a major tournament.

[Mystic Mock]

Did you see him playing in the friendlies Mock? He was way out of his comfort zone, you can't be risking that going into a major tournament.

The games that I saw he looked like he was willing to create chances, all he needed was a slight fitness adjustment and he was away.

Instead we took three players that have been either **** all season, or haven't even played this season over him, I mean wtf!?

The champions should be having more players picked in the England team than Liverpool in particular.

[Drew.]

The games that I saw he looked like he was willing to create chances, all he needed was a slight fitness adjustment and he was away.

Instead we took three players that have been either **** all season, or haven't even played this season over him, I mean wtf!?

The champions should be having more players picked in the England team than Liverpool in particular.

Drinkwater had a good season but even so then doesn't guarantee a player can do as well in another team. Lets not get carried away, he's not going to win the Euros for us. We had some pretty tame friendly matches and he was out of his depth in them.. Roy had every right not to trust him to perform in a tournament against elite opposition.

I'm guessing your on about Wilshere.. It doesn't matter if a players played 2 or 38 games a season, you take your best players and he's done that.

[Mystic Mock]

Drinkwater had a good season but even so then doesn't guarantee a player can do as well in another team. Lets not get carried away, he's not going to win the Euros for us. We had some pretty tame friendly matches and he was out of his depth in them.. Roy had every right not to trust him to perform in a tournament against elite opposition.

I'm guessing your on about Wilshere.. It doesn't matter if a players played 2 or 38 games a season, you take your best players and he's done that.

Drinkwater should've at least made the squad, even if Roy Hodgson wasn't going to start him.

And the BIB has he really? If so I don't think we would've drew with Russia.:laugh3:

And also I'm sorry but players that have no match fitness should not be in the England squad, so I'm sorry people like Wilshire should be being cut from the Squad.

And people like Henderson are simply not good enough for the England team.

[Drew.]

Drinkwater should've at least made the squad, even if Roy Hodgson wasn't going to start him.

And the BIB has he really? If so I don't think we would've drew with Russia.:laugh3:

And also I'm sorry but players that have no match fitness should not be in the England squad, so I'm sorry people like Wilshire should be being cut from the Squad.

And people like Henderson are simply not good enough for the England team.

There's not really much point putting Drinkwater in the squad only not to play him when you could still take your youngsters along who still have a future for the experience.

Wilshere is one of Englands best players, past performances prove that. I agree about Henderson though, i don't rate him and not many people do. But i don't see whats so hard to understand about Jack being our most technically gifted player who gives us something completely different

[GiRTh]

I think England are missing Henderson. I really do not like Kane taking all the free kicks and corners, it takes a lot from Englands ability to get on the end of any delivery. I really dont see Lallana or Sterling putting their body on the line to get on the end of a corner so I dont understand why one of England best headers is taking the corners instead of one of them. One thing about Henderson is he has great delivery from dead ball situations and thru out his career he has taken all the free kicks and corners for whatever club he is at. I think England midfield looks more balanced with him in yet like you I dont rate Henderson all that much either.

[Shaun]

this is the sUMMER TRANSFER WINDOW THREAD http://agardenoftears.com/edit/data/emoticons/twitch.gif

[Black Dagger]

Laporte snubbed us to stay in Spain and we are after a bloke called Nolito.

[Shaun]

That real unknown Nolito

[GiRTh]

Sakho want to leave West Ham. Not a prolific scorer but he might be a good option for us.

[Black Dagger]

That real unknown Nolito

Well I don't bloody know him.

[GiRTh]

Reds and Arsenal have Slimani bids rejected (http://www.football365.com/news/report-reds-and-arsenal-have-slimani-bids-rejected)

Liverpool and Arsenal have had bids rejected for Islam Slimani.

This guy is prolific, scored 31 in 44 for Sporting last year and has a 30 million buy out clause. Think we should seriously go for this guy.

[Shaun]

Vardy saying he doesn't want to talk about the transfer until after the tournament... you would think if he'd decided to stay with Leicester there'd be nothing left to talk about and he could confirm nothing's happening, so fingers crossed he does move...

Never thought I'd be hoping for Vardy but there we go.

[Tarryn]

Vardy saying he doesn't want to talk about the transfer until after the tournament... you would think if he'd decided to stay with Leicester there'd be nothing left to talk about and he could confirm nothing's happening, so fingers crossed he does move...

Never thought I'd be hoping for Vardy but there we go.

He is handling it really badly.
I just think he is holding out until the tournament ends to see how well he does. Maybe he wants to play abroad instead.

[Brother Leon]

Leicester striker Jamie Vardy is set to reject an offer to join Arsenal and stay with the Premier League champions.

The 29-year-old England international has not made a final decision, but is understood to favour extending his time at the King Power Stadium.

Arsenal made a reported bid of £20m for Vardy, activating a release clause in his contract and offering him a deal reported to be worth £120,000 a week.

Leicester responded with an offer said to be worth £100,000.

Arsenal do not plan to improve their offer and are thought to be pursuing alternative options.

BBC

Oh oh..

[Shaun]

NEVER MIND.

-spends 3 months hoping for higuain-

[GiRTh]

Thats us ******ed then. Cant see us getting any of the other players we're linked with.

[GiRTh]

Did we activate Vardy's 's release clause just so Wenger can say he tried to buy a striker?

[Cherie]

Vardy signs 4 year deal with Leicester

[GiRTh]

See post 158

[Tarryn]

Vardy signs 4 year deal with Leicester

The Headlines should say "Vardy holds Leicester to ransom".
I think Arsenal dodged a bullet.

[Shaun]

Wanyama to Spurs done
Redmond to Soton done

not a lot of talk about actual transfers in here :nono:

Southampton wanting 40m for Mane :umm2: this league is insane

[GiRTh]

Wanyama to Spurs done
Redmond to Soton done

not a lot of talk about actual transfers in here :nono:

Southampton wanting 40m for Mane :umm2: this league is insaneOne thing I will never get about Wenger and will always criticise him for is why doesn't he make more signings from other premiership clubs. We've been looking at Wanyama for ages only for our big rivals to get him. Xhaka looks a good signing but there is still an element of the unknown due to his lack of Premiership experience. Xhaka is probably a bigger risk than Wanyama.

[Brother Leon]

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Yes please.

[Brother Leon]

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Pogba's agent will meet with Juve on Monday to discuss United's offer apparently.

[Drew.]

One thing I will never get about Wenger and will always criticise him for is why doesn't he make more signings from other premiership clubs. We've been looking at Wanyama for ages only for our big rivals to get him. Xhaka looks a good signing but there is still an element of the unknown due to his lack of Premiership experience. Xhaka is probably a bigger risk than Wanyama.

I can see where you're coming from with him still being a risk with the lack of PL experience because sometimes the league can be too much for some, but thats always said about every player coming into the league now and very rarely do players actually come over and fail badly, only a couple a season usually. I don't think PL experience is a big of a deal as it's made out to be.

Xhaka is an amazing talent. One of the players of the Euros so far. Had we not signed him when we did i don't think we'd stand a chance now with the interest he'd receive during this tournament. Risk or not, i'm so glad we've signed him. He has so much more talent than Wanyama

[GiRTh]

I can see where you're coming from with him still being a risk with the lack of PL experience because sometimes the league can be too much for some, but thats always said about every player coming into the league now and very rarely do players actually come over and fail badly, only a couple a season usually. I don't think PL experience is a big of a deal as it's made out to be.

Xhaka is an amazing talent. One of the players of the Euros so far. Had we not signed him when we did i don't think we'd stand a chance now with the interest he'd receive during this tournament. Risk or not, i'm so glad we've signed him. He has so much more talent than WanyamaThats fair enough but Wanyama cost 11 million Xhaka 30. Is he three times as good? I think Xhaka will be a success but 11 million for Wanyama at age 25 is a steal. And he's played for Poch before so there is little to no risk in signing him.

Maybe he's a bit too similar to Le Coq but he's better than Coq IMO. I'm really surprised Wanyama was so cheap and at that price very surprised we weren't in for him. As Wenger has already spent 30 million I doubt he has much more to spend so I'm poised for no more signings. Wanyama is in our price range and a player that definitely would add something to our squad so I think Spurs just got stronger while we seem to be chasing unrealisitic targets.

[Drew.]

Wanyama cost 11 million Xhaka 30. Is he three times as good? I think Xhaka will be a success but 11 million for Wanyama at age 25 is a steal. And he's played for Poch before so there is near to no risk in signing him.

Maybe he's a bit too similar to Le Coq but he's better than Coq IMO. I'm really surprised Wanyama was so cheap and at that price very surprised we weren't in for him. As Wenger has already spent 30 million I doubt he has much more to spend so I'm poised for no more signings. Wanyama is in our price range and a player that definitely would add something to our squad.

After the tournament Xhaka has had i think it's safe to say quite a few clubs would be willing to pay 30m+ for him now. Wanyama in my opinion wouldn't have been a big step forwards, he's a good player but i'd have more faith in Xhaka who is only 23 to turn into a world class player who is also captaincy material, i don't think Wanyama would be in our starting 11 either so it would be a bit pointless. Take away his penalty miss yesterday Xhaka has dominated all games at this tournament, i can't wait to see how he gets on with us, he'll be a big success

[GiRTh]

After the tournament Xhaka has had i think it's safe to say quite a few clubs would be willing to pay 30m+ for him now. Wanyama in my opinion wouldn't have been a big step forwards, he's a good player but i'd have more faith in Xhaka who is only 23 to turn into a world class player who is also captaincy material, i don't think Wanyama would be in our starting 11 either so it would be a bit pointless. Take away his penalty miss yesterday Xhaka has dominated all games at this tournament, i can't wait to see how he gets on with us, he'll be a big successI'm not saying Xhaka wont be a success I just cant understand how we let the Wanyama deal go at 11 million without trying to sign him. I think Wanyama would play more games than you think. I'd be for anything that stopped Wenger playing Ramsey or Ox as a holding mid but with our current squad I can see Wenger continuing with his ridiculous experiments. We need more specialist players and players we know can do a specific job not these player who Wenger thinks can play 3 or 4 positions but in reality can barely play one position. I cant see us signing anyone else so I can also see come November or December the same problems will still exist at Arsenal. Xhaka cant do it on his own and from what Ive seen I think he too needs a ball winner along side him

[Drew.]

I'm not saying Xhaka wont be a success I just cant understand how we let the Wanyama deal go at 11 million without trying to sign him. I think Wanyama would play more games than you think. I'd be for anything that stopped Wenger playing Ramsey or Ox as a holding mid but with our current squad I can see Wenger continuing with his ridiculous experiments. We need more specialist players and players we know can do a specific job not these player who Wenger thinks can play 3 or 4 positions but in reality can barely play one position. I cant see us signing anyone else so I can also see come November or December the same problems will still exist at Arsenal. Xhaka cant do it on his own and from what Ive seen I think he too needs a ball winner along side him

See i see things a lot more differently now. For ages we've tried different duos at centre mid and we've never had a consistent pair which i agree with you on. But Xhaka (avoiding any injuries) will sit in that midfield for years to come, he knows his role and does it well. Rarely does he ever get too far forward and join in on attacks. He's got such an intelligent footballing brain and his passing is ridiculous. Elneny was one of our best players after we signed him, Cazorla, Coq, Ramsey, Wilshere.. our midfield looks better now than it has done for so long. The days of Ox playing there are gone now.

A midfield of Xhaka, Cazorla and Ozil.. we're lucky.

[GiRTh]

See i see things a lot more differently now. For ages we've tried different duos at centre mid and we've never had a consistent pair which i agree with you on. But Xhaka (avoiding any injuries) will sit in that midfield for years to come, he knows his role and does it well. Rarely does he ever get too far forward and join in on attacks. He's got such an intelligent footballing brain and his passing is ridiculous. Elneny was one of our best players after we signed him, Cazorla, Coq, Ramsey, Wilshere.. our midfield looks better now than it has done for so long. The days of Ox playing there are gone now.

A midfield of Xhaka, Cazorla and Ozil.. we're lucky.I agree Xhaka is clearly gonna play alot of games for Arsenal. Not sure about the midfield you're proposing as Wenger never plays 433. I think he should and I think players like Walcott and Ox etc might thrive in a 433 where they are more likely to be one on one with a fullback but Wenger doesn't play it for reasons only he knows. As Wenger prefers a 4231 its likely Xhaka will be one of the two with one other. Here s where only Wenger knows what going on as he played a duo of Ramsey and Cazorla against Olympiakos at home in the ECL a game that ended 3-2 to them and you only need to look at their third goal to see everything that is wrong with playing those two as the holding mids. So even though we seem to have good players in that position our manager is a law unto himself and some of his midfield combinations have been bizarre. Hope fully Xhaka will be the reliable midfielder we have been looking for ages.

[Shaun]

Yay lacazette rumours

[GiRTh]

Finally. Arent West Ham in for him too. I am never hopeful when Wenger has competition making a signing.

[Drew.]

Yes please

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[GiRTh]

Forgive me if I dont get excited about a 19 year old who's never played in Europe.

[GiRTh]

He's scored two international goals, against Panama and Haiti. :rolleyes:

We'll probably get this guy send him out on loan for a couple of seasons then sell him at age 22. Like so many before him.

22 goals in 78 appearance in the ultra competitive Brazilian league. Did he score those goal in regional or national league?

[Drew.]

70+ apps, 20+ goals playing as a striker/out wide and an international at the age of 19 is impressive, whatever league it is. He's probably the biggest name to come from Brazil since Neymar, nobody at 19 is the finished product, he's got a ton of talent and potential.

I'm against the idea of buying young players for the future, i want players to come into our squad now and to make a difference but Barbosa is potentially both an instant impact and a future star.

[Drew.]

Plus he just screams being one of those south american players where an average European side picks him up for pennies and ends up becoming a £40m+ player after a few years. Suarez, Alexis, Dybala.. theres a list of them. Would love us to take that risk with one

[GiRTh]

70+ apps, 20+ goals playing as a striker/out wide and an international at the age of 19 is impressive, whatever league it is. He's probably the biggest name to come from Brazil since Neymar, nobody at 19 is the finished product, he's got a ton of talent and potential.

I'm against the idea of buying young players for the future, i want players to come into our squad now and to make a difference but Barbosa is potentially both an instant impact and a future star.After so many teenagers with massive potential have been sold I want Arsenal to change this transfer policy. Its time to call it and say it hasn't worked. So even though this guys stats are kind of impressive go and look at Walcotts stats at 19; his stats were ridiculous at that age. Sorry even though he looks good I'm not interested in this type of player anymore so cant excited about another kid that Arsenal are interested in.

[GiRTh]

Plus he just screams being one of those south american players where an average European side picks him up for pennies and ends up becoming a £40m+ player after a few years. Suarez, Alexis, Dybala.. theres a list of them. Would love us to take that risk with oneOr Carlos Vela or Denilson etc. Both had massive potential both sold in their mid twenties.

[Drew.]

Both of those two were totally unproven players with no experience of major first team football when they joined, they were much bigger gambles than Barbosa would be. He's in a different category altogether

[GiRTh]

Both of those two were totally unproven players with no experience of major first team football when they joined, they were much bigger gambles than Barbosa would be. He's in a different category altogetherDenilson was a first team regular by the time he was twenty.

[GiRTh]

One thing though, apparently Gabigol - I even hate his nickname - is being looked at by Man U and Chelsea. That rules us out then.

[Drew.]

Yeah but when they joined both were unknown and they were two huge gambles and examples of Arsene signing the unknown and trying to make them into the players he wanted which is a whole different situation to what it would be if we signed Barbosa

[GiRTh]

Yeah but when they joined both were unknown and they were two huge gambles and examples of Arsene signing the unknown and trying to make them into the players he wanted which is a whole different situation to what it would be if we signed BarbosaIF he's well known he'll cost abit of money, I've seen 30 million being touted. Are we gonna pay that for a 19 year old who's never played in Europe? I doubt it.

So many things wrong with this transfer.

[GiRTh]

Arsenal make offer for Brazilian wonderkid: £41m release clause to get around (http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/683754/Arsenal-Transfer-News-Gunners-Brazilian-wonderkid-Gabriel-Barbosa-gossip-news)

41 million :joker: Not a chance in hell are we paying even half that for him. Makes me now ask why are we even trying if we have this release clause to get around.

[Drew.]

No chance, he's worth the risk but not a £30m+ risk

I'm going off this, so if it's true then definitely worth the gamble

"ESPN Brazil: Gabigol's release clause is €50m but there's a clause that allows him to leave for as little as €18m. Arsenal's offer is higher"

[GiRTh]

No chance, he's worth the risk but not a £30m+ risk

I'm going off this, so if it's true then definitely worth the gamble

"ESPN Brazil: Gabigol's release clause is €50m but there's a clause that allows him to leave for as little as €18m. Arsenal's offer is higher"Now it makes a bit more sense. His stats are good but personally I balk at the thought of yet another teenager with potential. However if we get him then, from what I've seen, he does look like a talent.

[Brother Leon]

Gabriel Jesus is better.

[Denver]

Yes please

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he will struggle to get a work permit

[Denver]

disappointed in this Mane deal overpaying by £10 million yes he is talented and premier league proven who will help our team a lot but he also has a major attitude problem which could hinder the team.

[Denver]

Move as Moussa Dembele moves to Celtic from Fulham on a 4 year deal

[GiRTh]

Crystal Palace agree €38m fee with Marseille for Michy Batshuayi (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/jun/27/crystal-palace-michy-batshuayi-marseille-bid)

Looks like we aint getting Batshuayi. Now we are being outbid by Palace. How the f**ck have palace got more money that us. WTF is going on?

[Shaun]

In addition to them rejecting a Leicester £25m bid for Troy Deeney about a month ago, Watford have now rejected a Chinese club offer of THIRTY EIGHT MILLION for IGHALO.

Which raises many many questions:

a) Do China know what football is?
b) Do Watford know there are other strikers?
c) How rich are PL clubs now?
d) If Nolito is ~20m and Ighalo is over 38m, is there a chance I could convince a Chinese fella to buy a packet of Walkers off me for £53,000?

[Drew.]

Crystal Palace sign Andros Townsend for £13m and French goalkeeper Steve Mandanda.. great bit of business

Manchester City sign Nolito for £13.8m

[GiRTh]

Crystal Palace sign Andros Townsend for £13m and French goalkeeper Steve Mandanda.. great bit of business

Manchester City sign Nolito for £13.8mBargain at that price.

[Drew.]

Think he's 30 in a few months, i guess it's a good price in today's market but i expected City to be signing better players than him

[Denver]

Man City dont need him and will hardly use him so he has just ruined his career

[Drew.]

PSG have signed Ben Arfa, great signing, Couldn't get a game at Hull and now at PSG, crazy journey he's been on these past few years

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CmR0xAvXYAA9nrW.jpg:large

[Drew.]

Really good signing, jealous we didn't snap him up

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[GiRTh]

Great news guys we've signed Takuma Asano. Who the *** is this. He's scored 21 in 83 in the J league

Thats it I reckon. There will be no more till our early heavy defeat in August and then maybe the manger will stop p*ssing about in the transfer market. :bored:

[GiRTh]

Really good signing, jealous we didn't snap him up

749204734792392704We were linked with him for weeks and then suddenly I click on 'Arsenal transfers' and find he's gone to Man u. How are Man U attracting players from us when they're not even in Europe? Then I came to the conclusion that our manager is ******ing about in the transfer window again.

Personally I dont think we needed him as we have a ton of players in that position and Jon Toral to come into the squad and it will be interesting to see if our manager plays Toral at all. He went on loan to Birmingham ,last seasons was their players player of the year, supporters player of the year and scored their goal of the year. IF he's dong that at Championship level then surely he deserves a decent run in the Premiership but as always if our manager doesnt see it like that who knows whats gonna happen.

[Drew.]

Japanese legend Takuma Asano, what a signing

[Drew.]

Juan Mata potentially on his way to Everton for around £21m.. amazing signing if that goes ahead, Mata deserves better though

[GiRTh]

Chelsea sign Michy Batshuayi for £33m from Marseille on a five-year contract (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3672384/Chelsea-sign-Michy-Batshuayi-33m-Marseille-five-year-contract.html)

Good signing. Shame a few other clubs werent in for him.

[Tarryn]

We were linked with him for weeks and then suddenly I click on 'Arsenal transfers' and find he's gone to Man u. How are Man U attracting players from us when they're not even in Europe? Then I came to the conclusion that our manager is ******ing about in the transfer window again.

Personally I dont think we needed him as we have a ton of players in that position and Jon Toral to come into the squad and it will be interesting to see if our manager plays Toral at all. He went on loan to Birmingham ,last seasons was their players player of the year, supporters player of the year and scored their goal of the year. IF he's dong that at Championship level then surely he deserves a decent run in the Premiership but as always if our manager doesnt see it like that who knows whats gonna happen.

I think Jose is the reason at the moment we are getting players in without CL football. But I would wait to judge Wenger until after the Euros as I think the transfer window will really go crazy then.
City will be the biggest spenders by far.

[Tarryn]

Juan Mata potentially on his way to Everton for around £21m.. amazing signing if that goes ahead, Mata deserves better though

I'm gutted that Mata could go. I think he is a good quality player. But Jose never really wanted him at Chelsea either.

[Brother Leon]

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No games from Mourinho.

[Tarryn]

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No games from Mourinho.

I don't think Pogba is coming back to Utd.
He wants to go to Real Madrid.
I think it's way too much money to pay for him anyway.

[Denver]

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Surprising deal

[Denver]

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Well we know who is doing the best buisness this summer

[Denver]

Plus they want £14m for Allen

[Brother Leon]

I don't think Pogba is coming back to Utd.
He wants to go to Real Madrid.
I think it's way too much money to pay for him anyway.


I don't really care about the price. The money would just be used on a cheaper alternative as I only see the one more signing. It is spend the money on Pogba or leave it for the Glazers. I know which I would prefer.

[Brother Leon]

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It's happening..

[Shaun]

doesn't seem Costa is going anywhere any time soon so I assume Batshuayi is their only striker signing? Hope Morata is ours for the taking (but he probably won't)

[GiRTh]

Kante signs for no Champions league Chelsea. How is it that these clubs just get it done while we dither about, Vardy was a perfect example.

http://www.chelseafc.com/news/latest-news/2016/07/kante-signs.html

Only a month till the seasons starts so looks like we aint getting anyone before then.

Saw this comment under a you tube vid made me LOL


Mourinho - Signs Mkhitaryan & Ibrahimovic
Guardiola - Signs Gundogan & Nolito
Conte - Signs BatshuayI & Kanté
Wenger - I nearly signed all of them
:joker:

[Drew.]

Tbf to Wenger i'd still take Xhaka over all those signings in that list. Kante & Mkhitaryan are the only ones that i'm jealous off. We needed Xhaka as much as a we need a new striker, will judge Arsene when the windows shut.

[GiRTh]

Tbf to Wenger i'd still take Xhaka over all those signings in that list. Kante & Mkhitaryan are the only ones that i'm jealous off. We needed Xhaka as much as a we need a new striker, will judge Arsene when the windows shut.
Agree we needed Xhaka more than a striker but we were comfortably lowest scorers in the top four last year, scoring as many goals at home as relegated Newcastle. We need a stiker soon; so disappointed we didnt make a better bid for Batshuayi, he's exactly the type of striker we need.

Wenger is already behind the other managers inthe window; he needs three or four signing to redeem himself IMO and I cant see him signing one more never mind three or four.

[Drew.]

Agree we needed Xhaka more than a striker but we were comfortably lowest scorers in the top four last year, scoring as many goals at home as relegated Newcastle. We need a stiker soon; so disappointed we didnt make a better bid for Batshuayi, he's exactly the type of striker we need.

Wenger is already behind the other managers inthe window; he needs three or four signing to redeem himself IMO and I cant see him signing one more never mind three or four.

I've kinda learnt to accept Arsenes transfer policy, i don't always agree with it from a fans point of view but i can understand the way he goes about it.

There's too many unproven and risky players being priced or transferred these days from clubs who slap huge price tags on them. Those Ighalo and Deeney fee's are good examples. If you stick around and wait for some of the bigger clubs to make a big signing that makes way for someone to leave, Ozil and Alexis in this case for fee's that look like bargains atm. It's a clever move when it's pulled off but the frustrating part is that you're waiting around for something that might not happen and because it's worked before i think he see's that as his only way to sign high profile players now, he won't spend big on a player who isn't up for sale.

[GiRTh]

I've kinda learnt to accept Arsenes transfer policy, i don't always agree with it from a fans point of view but i can understand the way he goes about it.

There's too many unproven and risky players being priced or transferred these days from clubs who slap huge price tags on them. Those Ighalo and Deeney fee's are good examples. If you stick around and wait for some of the bigger clubs to make a big signing that makes way for someone to leave, Ozil and Alexis in this case for fee's that look like bargains atm. It's a clever move when it's pulled off but the frustrating part is that you're waiting around for something that might not happen and because it's worked before i think he see's that as his only way to sign high profile players now, he won't spend big on a player who isn't up for sale.I accept this is our transfer policy but I dont like it. I dont think it takes the club anywhere. I think we need a re-thiink in many areas particularly our transfer policy. The Vardy fiasco told me as much. Would Vardy have turned down Sir Alex Ferguson? Van Persie didnt; he couldnt wait so I doubt Vardy would have turned down SAF. We have to ask ourselfs why cant we attract players and address it properly. Stop this messing about that I see us do in every transfer window.,

[Drew.]

I accept this is our transfer policy but I dont like it. I dont think it takes the club anywhere. I think we need a re-thiink in many areas particularly our transfer policy. The Vardy fiasco told me as much. Would Vardy have turned down Sir Alex Ferguson? Van Persie didnt; he couldnt wait so I doubt Vardy would have turned down SAF. We have to ask ourselfs why cant we attract players and address it properly. Stop this messing about that I see us do in every transfer window.,

Whilst it may seem like Vardy turned us down and other fans will make jokes about "Vardy turning you down" it's deeper than that. He wasn't guaranteed a starting role which was the main factor but he's at a club where he's claimed legendary status if he see's out his career there which is nearing the end. He's not looking to leave a struggling club to achieve more somewhere else either, he's got no reason whatsoever to leave. It's not Arsenes fault though, i think it's a bit harsh on him to say Vardy wouldn't have turned down Fergie when Arsene is part of the reason Ozil and Alexis joined. We could attract nearly any player we wanted but if they don't want to leave due to loyalty then theres not much more to it really

[GiRTh]

http://www.skysports.com/football/news/11670/10505766/arsenal-close-on-defender

Yay Rob Holding is close to signing. Dont know why but I thought this was done ages ago.

[GiRTh]

Whilst it may seem like Vardy turned us down and other fans will make jokes about "Vardy turning you down" it's deeper than that. He wasn't guaranteed a starting role which was the main factor but he's at a club where he's claimed legendary status if he see's out his career there which is nearing the end. He's not looking to leave a struggling club to achieve more somewhere else either, he's got no reason whatsoever to leave. It's not Arsenes fault though, i think it's a bit harsh on him to say Vardy wouldn't have turned down Fergie when Arsene is part of the reason Ozil and Alexis joined. We could attract nearly any player we wanted but if they don't want to leave due to loyalty then theres not much more to it reallyThis may be true but an up and coming England striker should not be turning us down so emphatically. Now he see's the other stars are leaving I wonder if he thinks he made the right choice.

There wont be another signing over 30 mill for the rest of the transfer window IMO. Wenger has never signed more than one player for that amount in his career and he wont start now.

[Mystic Mock]

We were linked with him for weeks and then suddenly I click on 'Arsenal transfers' and find he's gone to Man u. How are Man U attracting players from us when they're not even in Europe? Then I came to the conclusion that our manager is ******ing about in the transfer window again.

Personally I dont think we needed him as we have a ton of players in that position and Jon Toral to come into the squad and it will be interesting to see if our manager plays Toral at all. He went on loan to Birmingham ,last seasons was their players player of the year, supporters player of the year and scored their goal of the year. IF he's dong that at Championship level then surely he deserves a decent run in the Premiership but as always if our manager doesnt see it like that who knows whats gonna happen.

We want Toral back.:fist:

[Drew.]

This is purely scraping the barrel but a few journo's the other day have said there would be meetings between Arsenal and Icardi's agent this week and Icardi's wife (who people say is also his agent) has been tweeting today with her location in London. Obviously it could mean **** all but it does fit together

[Shaun]

not a chance fam

[Black Dagger]

Negredo going to Boro <\3

[Mystic Mock]

Great news guys we've signed Takuma Asano. Who the *** is this. He's scored 21 in 83 in the J league

Thats it I reckon. There will be no more till our early heavy defeat in August and then maybe the manger will stop p*ssing about in the transfer market. :bored:

His only a year older than me, he could end up being a great player in a few years, Japan are developing some strong talent in Football/Soccer in the last few years and Wenger clearly sees something in this guy.

And anyway even if he doesn't workout maybe Rowett will take him on for us?:joker:

[GiRTh]

His only a year older than me, he could end up being a great player in a few years, Japan are developing some strong talent in Football/Soccer in the last few years and Wenger clearly sees something in this guy.

And anyway even if he doesn't workout maybe Rowett will take him on for us?:joker:He's not what we need by a long way. He may be one for the future but the smart money is saying he's only been signed so Arsenal can raise their profile in the far East. I'm also a bit sick of us signing these young players only to sell them when they're 22-24 when they're proven not good enough.

[GiRTh]

This is purely scraping the barrel but a few journo's the other day have said there would be meetings between Arsenal and Icardi's agent this week and Icardi's wife (who people say is also his agent) has been tweeting today with her location in London. Obviously it could mean **** all but it does fit togetherThis rumour is building up and yes his wife is his agent. Some think she's trying to get him a better deal at Inter. Personally, I' welcome him at Arsenal. We need options up front and he's probably an upgrade on what we've currently got.

not a chance famx2

[Brother Leon]

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Oh, you guys still got business to do?

That's cute

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/09/04/00/2BAF6D2E00000578-0-image-a-44_1441323562838.jpg

http://socceraspects.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/jose3.jpg

[Drew.]

Gotze back to Dortmund where he belongs

[Drew.]

Holdings move is finally complete, looks a really promising player. Striker next and we're good to go. And don't worry Girth, the key line from the announcement "We remain in the market, so stay close to Arsenal.com for any further transfer news"

http://www.arsenal.com/assets/_files/scaled/696x392/jul_16/gun__1469183663_Holding-2.jpg

[GiRTh]

Arsenal’s squad can compete for Premier League title, says Ivan Gazidis (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2016/jul/22/arsenal-squad-ivan-gazidis-premier-league-title)

Ivan Gazidis: Arsenal making progress with 'disciplined' spending policy (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/ivan-gazidis-arsenal-making-progress-with-disciplined-spending-policy-a3302051.html)

Gazidis says Arsenal can compete for the league and applauds the 'disciplined' spending policy. Thats as much as I need to hear to know the excuses have started and we aint signing anyone else. :bored:

[GiRTh]

Holding does look a good player though. :joker:

[Drew.]

Mahrez.

[GiRTh]

Mahrez.
http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/transfers/arsenal-transfer-news-riyad-mahrez-latest-a7152171.html

Hope so :thumbs:

:dance:

[Drew.]

We've had a bid rejected for Lacazette. Trying to buy him for less than £30m in a market where Higuain costs 80, we are taking the piss

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[Brother Leon]

Still waiting for Pogba confirmation....

[GiRTh]

According to various sources we are bidding 8million for Wissam Ben Yedder. This must be the mystery striker I've been told about. No need to keep it a mystery, no ones heard of him anyway. Due to the fact its under 10 millon we might actually get this one done.

[Brother Leon]

Juve promise Pogba and his agent 20% of any future sale when getting him for free and now they look like they are going to sell him, they are going back on their word and want United to pay the fee. ****ing Italians.. :idc:

[James]

Just paying a visit to this millionaire's playground of a thread to say that Robin van Persie might be joining Rangers. :amazed:

(Disclaimer: nothing confirmed yet).

[Drew.]

Saw that on twitter earlier.. would be a ridiculous signing. His decline has happened just as predicted though. But even a declining RVP will do a job in Scotland

[Brother Leon]

Tell the world I'm coming home
Let the rain wash away all the pain of yesterday
I know my kingdom awaits and they've forgiven my mistakes
I'm coming home, I'm coming home

[Novo]

Just paying a visit to this millionaire's playground of a thread to say that Robin van Persie might be joining Rangers. :amazed:

(Disclaimer: nothing confirmed yet).

Pretty much all dismissed by Warbs but as soon as the odds were cut to 1/2 I was begginning to hope we'd get him on a massive wage cut, as much as I'd have loved him I think Waggy is good enough to be a 25 goal striker anyway

[James]

Yeah, would have been a Nineties-type Rangers signing, where anyone could be signed.

[Brother Leon]

Sane and Jesus on their way to City. Very good signings. Manchester looking good for this season...

[Black Dagger]

Jesus isn't staying though </3.

But yay Sane, thank ****, bored of that saga now, we don't half drag it all out.

[Brother Leon]

Jesus isn't staying though </3.

But yay Sane, thank ****, bored of that saga now, we don't half drag it all out.


Try the Pogba saga....