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He wasn't tearing the World Cup apart to be valued at 120 million. It's really weird.
How is this a Galacticos thing when this page doesn't seem to rate half the players we brought in and most of them are young upcoming potential WC players not already established superstars? Non of Badiashile, Gusto, D. Fofana, Madueke, Santos and Mudryk are established superstars. Felix is here on loan, Enzo got so much recognition because of the World Cup and it might not even get done.Not for me either. Galactico’s never worked and this is seeming a bit like that.
I don't really see the downside for Benfica if they just wait until summer. There will be more clubs interested and able to pay the money so they'll likely still get the release clause then.
Doesn't seem like Enzo has gone on strike either so it's now like he'll down tools.
I don't really see the downside for Benfica if they just wait until summer. There will be more clubs interested and able to pay the money so they'll likely still get the release clause then.
Doesn't seem like Enzo has gone on strike either so it's now like he'll down tools.
I don’t think anyone but Chelsea will pay the fee.
The fee isn’t the problem it’s the timing. He’s been there for half a friggin season.
You are seeing the same with Caicedo.
He’s a player who just turned 22 a few days ago, is the heartbeat of the World Cup winners, and has apparently been fantastic from his time in Argentina with River up to now. Yes, it’s insane money but nobody seems to have a problem saying Bellingham is worth £120-150m and they’re in a similar age bracket and play a similar position on the pitch.Indeed. The market is currently out of control. A few decent months can increase a player's value by a factor of 10? It is nonsensical. Some of these deals will look very silly is a couple of years' time (I hope Antony is not among them).
Bellingham has had two/three seasons performing in the Bundesliga and Championship.He’s a player who just turned 22 a few days ago, is the heartbeat of the World Cup winners, and has apparently been fantastic from his time in Argentina with River up to now. Yes, it’s insane money but nobody seems to have a problem saying Bellingham is worth £120-150m and they’re in a similar age bracket and play a similar position on the pitch.
Is that supposed to be some sort of gotcha? Thiago Silva is the best CB in the league and Kova is one of the best midfielders in the league and all Chelsea supporters love him.Bellingham has had two/three seasons performing in the Bundesliga and Championship.
If you guys get Enzo, you've spent £600m or so on players in a year and your best defender is still Thiago Silva and best midfielder is still Kovacic.
Is that supposed to be some sort of gotcha? Thiago Silva is the best CB in the league and Kova is one of the best midfielders in the league and all Chelsea supporters love him.
120M, no add ons. 5 installments, being the first one in cash. Waiting for Rui Costa's answer.
Had completely forgotten about Nkunku. I agree this is another good buy.Santos could end up being better than all of them when it’s said and done. I’ve been watching every minute of that tourney I can get satellite on….he looks REALLY good.
Nkunku is an excellent player.
Casadei was considered by some Inter’s top academy prospect. He looks great so far.
If Gusto only played when Reece wasn’t available … that would still be like 22 starts or more a year, ya? We will need someone super talented when Real swoop in just as Reece’s knees are going.
There are hardship allowances on FFP for players that miss extended time for injury, so players like Fofana (super talented) only take up full FFP Space if playing. Otherwise they just cost money.
Same with Noni: if he stays healthy, big talent.
I DO agree with the Sterling and Koulibaliy purchases. I think they got bad advice there. Cucurella will actually be pretty good I think without having to play next to/make up for Jorgihno and KK playing next to him. Just having Badiashile has made a huge difference. He was Brightons player of the year for a reason.
Enzo for sure would be the icing to tie a lot of this together though.
Bellingham has had two/three seasons performing in the Bundesliga and Championship.
If you guys get Enzo, you've spent £600m or so on players in a year and your best defender is still Thiago Silva and best midfielder is still Kovacic.
Name one better? VVD has gone off the boil for a while now.
Haha. 'You've spent a ton on (young) defenders but your best defender is still the best centre back in the league'
Name one better? VVD has gone off the boil for a while now.
Haha. 'You've spent a ton on (young) defenders but your best defender is still the best centre back in the league'
Name one better? VVD has gone off the boil for a while now.
300m on young defenders and your best is still the 38 year old you signed for free.Haha. 'You've spent a ton on (young) defenders but your best defender is still the best centre back in the league'
Name one better? VVD has gone off the boil for a while now.
I do indeed. Nearly 40 years old and still putting in world class, man of the match caliber performances every week.Wait, you actually think he’s the best CB in the league?
Thiago silva is at least in conversation for it. The guy is class.Wait, you actually think he’s the best CB in the league?
Saliba, Varane, Martinez have been the top 3 in the league this season.Name one better? VVD has gone off the boil for a while now.
Those 3 have all been great, you’re right. But I wouldn’t take any this season over Thiago Silva.Saliba, Varane, Martinez have been the top 3 in the league this season.
It isn't a ridiculous take or something to be laughed at. He is definitely one of the best CBs in the league.
Saliba, Varane, Martinez have been the top 3 in the league this season.
Name one better? VVD has gone off the boil for a while now.
Saliba, Varane, Martinez have been the top 3 in the league this season.
Botman deserves a shout too. Add Thiago Silva and that's probably the top 5 in some order.
Wouldn't say Silva is definitively the best or anything but it's not a ludicrous position.
Silva isn’t the best CB in the league but fair to have him in the conversation.
He’s leaving this summer though I imagine so big boots to fill.
Fair, wasn't sure who from Newcastle to say as I haven't specifically paid attention to if there was a standout defender or it's just been more their overall team playing well and solidly, haven't watched enough of them to say really. Also tbf to Silva, can't say that I watch Chelsea every week or when I do it's not like I pay attention to him like I do with Varane and Martinez. Still class obviously.Botman deserves a shout too. Add Thiago Silva and that's probably the top 5 in some order.
Wouldn't say Silva is definitively the best or anything but it's not a ludicrous position.
He’s a player who just turned 22 a few days ago, is the heartbeat of the World Cup winners, and has apparently been fantastic from his time in Argentina with River up to now. Yes, it’s insane money but nobody seems to have a problem saying Bellingham is worth £120-150m and they’re in a similar age bracket and play a similar position on the pitch.
Think he's about to agree an extension with us actually.
He’s a player who just turned 22 a few days ago, is the heartbeat of the World Cup winners, and has apparently been fantastic from his time in Argentina with River up to now. Yes, it’s insane money but nobody seems to have a problem saying Bellingham is worth £120-150m and they’re in a similar age bracket and play a similar position on the pitch.
Interesting. He could have a big drop off at 39 or continue as he is.
Fair, wasn't sure who from Newcastle to say as I haven't specifically paid attention to if there was a standout defender or it's just been more their overall team playing well and solidly, haven't watched enough of them to say really. Also tbf to Silva, can't say that I watch Chelsea every week or when I do it's not like I pay attention to him like I do with Varane and Martinez. Still class obviously.
Properly overstating his importance there.He’s a player who just turned 22 a few days ago, is the heartbeat of the World Cup winners, and has apparently been fantastic from his time in Argentina with River up to now. Yes, it’s insane money but nobody seems to have a problem saying Bellingham is worth £120-150m and they’re in a similar age bracket and play a similar position on the pitch.
The way people involved are speaking about the deal are really starting to soften.