Amadou Haidara

I don't think there's anything in this. Doesn't look like he's even a starter at RB Leipzig.
 
I don't think there's anything in this. Doesn't look like he's even a starter at RB Leipzig.

Lazy link most likely. He hasn't been all that impressive for Leipzig. The only players we should be interested in are Nkunku and Gvardiol.
 
Lazy link most likely. He hasn't been all that impressive for Leipzig. The only players we should be interested in are Nkunku and Gvardiol.
Gvardiol looks a very interesting CB option.
 
Gvardiol looks a very interesting CB option.

Considering that Bailly seems to want out, Tuanzebe might be on his way as well and we shouldn't really bank on Jones, I'd say we'll need a new CB sooner than later.
 
Considering that Bailly seems to want out, Tuanzebe might be on his way as well and we shouldn't really bank on Jones, I'd say we'll need a new CB sooner than later.
I think if what you're saying does transpire (I hope it does), then signing a young up and coming CB with high potential would be the way to go imo. Gvardiol looks to fit the profile of CB, who is comfortable playing in different phases of play, both physically and technically, and would be a excellent choice from the evidence at hand.

And if I'm to put my DoF hat on and make a bold claim, I'd be hopeful of seeing a Gvardiol - Willy Kambwala, CB pairing in the next 3 to 4 years. I could obviously be wrong, but I think if Kambwala can catch a break from injuries, then he has a real chance of making it. He has the physical and technical attributes in abundance to become a real stalwart in both a high line or a more Conservative measured approach.
 
I think if what you're saying does transpire (I hope it does), then signing a young up and coming CB with high potential would be the way to go imo. Gvardiol looks to fit the profile of CB, who is comfortable playing in different phases of play, both physically and technically, and would be a excellent choice from the evidence at hand.

And if I'm to put my DoF hat on and make a bold claim, I'd be hopeful of seeing a Gvardiol - Willy Kambwala, CB pairing in the next 3 to 4 years. I could obviously be wrong, but I think if Kambwala can catch a break from injuries, then he has a real chance of making it. He has the physical and technical attributes in abundance to become a real stalwart in both a high line or a more Conservative measured approach.

Agreed.

I don't really follow the reserves/academy anymore, but hopefully you are right. How is Mengi coming along? Wasn't he hightly rated?
 
Agreed.

I don't really follow the reserves/academy anymore, but hopefully you are right. How is Mengi coming along? Wasn't he hightly rated?
Mengi's a good player and ticks quite a few boxes as far as helping us transition to play a more proactive game. But I don't believe he's as good as someone like Gvardiol, especially on the ball.
 
Mengi's a good player and ticks quite a few boxes as far as helping us transition to play a more proactive game. But I don't believe he's as good as someone like Gvardiol, especially on the ball.

Okay, thanks. Hopefully he surprises us then. Even if he turns 'just' into a squad player, there would be value in that.