Also unless Barca are signing him as a potential centerback I don't see how he gets into the team ahead of Busquets or Thiago.
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik (@Rood) and Imran (@Annihilate Now!) are here to discuss Amad saving our blushes in a win against Southampton as well as our now annual loss at home to Brighton. They discuss Amorim's post-match comments, revisit how mid-table we may or may not be, and discuss some transfer news.
I thought alcantara was more Xavi/iniesta/fabregas than a dm?
I'd prefer if we bought him instead. Could develop well alongside Cleverley
Or Mascherano.
Agreed really, in particular regarding Capoué - a player I have liked for a few seasons now...The only plausible explanation is that since it's depth the club is after, the more experienced in European football, the better...Etienne is still a noob although a raw talent still...M'Vila is the name I've heard quite a bit as the Song replacement for Wenger
But spot on regarding Song's value to Arsenal
So why don't Barca buy Capoue or M'Vila then?
Song is definitely more replaceable than RvP. I also think he'll be one of those players who goes off and does feck all at his new club and comes back to Birmingham or summat in two years time.
Anything over 20 millions is great business for the club.
Anything over 20 millions is great business for the club.
Didnt Song come out and say he wants to stay at Arsenal the other day?
I can't believe Arsenal would consider selling him if thats the case, certainly not for the sort of fee being mentioned.
Has Wenger not learned that shipping all the experience out of his squad isn't really the best strategy?
I can't believe Arsenal would consider selling him if thats the case, certainly not for the sort of fee being mentioned.
Has Wenger not learned that shipping all the experience out of his squad isn't really the best strategy?
I doubt Song will leave, for one my Arsenal mate seems pretty assured that won't happen.
He's incredibily pissed @ Barca (who wouldn't be when you're an Arsenal fan) for trying to tap up Song, but at the same time Song came out and said he wants to stay.
He's incredibily pissed @ Barca (who wouldn't be when you're an Arsenal fan) for trying to tap up Song, but at the same time Song came out and said he wants to stay.
I hope it's off, for the next week at any rate, as it will increase the likelihood of Sahin joining us.
No he didn't, he kept his options open by saying what players nearly always say (in the same situation) these days.
Fair enough, I should have worded my post better. Still though he seems pretty sure that Song's going nowhere, and he's not exactly a glass half-full kind of guy.
I hope he's basing it on something more substantial than Wenger saying so.
Liverpool? Nah
I imagine for the reasons I mentioned already, the lack of European experience really...The club won't gamble on a player that fails to rapidly acclimate, even if they are being brought in for depth...I think because they feel the need to reproduce Keita's strength in the rotation and logically they want someone they can feel highly confident will contribute straight away...They know Song, they've faced him on several occasions and have an intimate teammate who knows the character of the player, as well - meaning he would fit into the chemistry of the team, something that is not taken lightly
Still, Etienne Capoué - I think a player with a bright future
I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss it. The Echo report today has him all but signed for us.
I'd have to engage in a 1 on 1 debate with him to be able to clearly describe his reasons to you, but he's like me in a lot of ways, as in not believe every shitty rumour that's out there and actualy try to find things out before making assumptions without a platform to stand on basicaly.
I'm sure he's got multiple reasons, not just the recent interview, otherwise he wouldn't be so sure, calm and collected but rather would turn into a lesser version of the Hulk and start smashing things.
Van Persie leaving might have an impact on Song's decision to leave too.The two of them worked well together last season
Little chance of Song going anyway, no chance now.
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It would make sense more than ever for Song to get out of Arsenal.
no fecker wants to stay at arsenal do they?
Don't think Song would be a big miss. That is if Diaby is fit.
How many fecking CMs does Barcelona need?
So next season if Manchester Utd meets Barcelona, it will be like 2-1-7 vs. 2-8-0, is that it?
So next season if Manchester Utd meets Barcelona, it will be like 2-1-7 vs. 2-8-0, is that it?
Where's all the confident Arsenal fans now?
Diaby's never fit and he's miles behind Song, you're plain wrong here. Song will be a big loss.
Still think he's over-rated. Will be funny to see the Arsenal fans changing their opinion on him.
Diaby is average, but if Wilshere could return to fitness and play well then I agree that they could probably afford to lose Song for a good fee, with Ramsey, Wilshere and Arteta in the centre of midfield.
Wtf. I thought this was a no go but losing Song and RVP is a huge blow for them. Like I said, 3 steps forward 10 back.
Also why do Barca even want him when he plays in their strongest position.
Also why do Barca even want him when he plays in their strongest position.
I would suggest we make a bid, but we don't want too much of the arsenal mentality in our squad
He is, but four years ago he couldn't break into the first eleven -- Song was only selected as a midfielder when Wenger realised Denilson wasn't cut enough to replace Flamini.
He can pass the ball intrinsically to a forward, yet so can Diaby. Maybe Wenger might actually sign a defensive midfielder.
We're signing or going after wingers/attackers and Barca the doing the opposite and going after midfielders, despite their obvious lack of defenders.
our strategy will do us good in the league but in europe it is all about midfield and attackers dropping into midfield these days.
If you asked barca lads if they'd rather win cl or la liga (or vilanova or their supporters) i reckon the vast majority would say the CL.
We always prioritize the league first and foremost.
Said his goodbyes today according to Myles Palmer. Could be a Barca player by the end of week.
http://www.arsenalnewsreview.co.uk/...rsie-have-left-Arsenal-for-Barca-and-Man-UJtd
http://www.arsenalnewsreview.co.uk/...rsie-have-left-Arsenal-for-Barca-and-Man-UJtd
Palmer's a joke, he doesn't even like football any more.
This all an attempt to get a bumper pay rise?
Isnt that twitter guy reliable?
Another weird summer for Arsenal.
Still time to get back in the market and get a couple of players I guess.
Another weird summer for Arsenal.
Still time to get back in the market and get a couple of players I guess.
Nah, Barca want another CM/CB they wouldn't pay 40M euros for Martinez and won't pay 30M for Song. They'll find another option.