Transfer: Winter mercato window rumors

[Baxterman]

It depends on what they would want in a fee.

If Klopp came and said he wanted the player, I think something is possible.


As for Spurs not selling in England, that's a bunch of crap. They'll sell if a bigger club comes in, and if they pay the money that makes it worth them selling. They certainly have preferred locations, but if the money is right, they're going to sell just like everyone else.

I can't see anyway that Liverpool could afford the cost both wages and fee. Alderweireld is much better than VVD so he isn't coming cheap.

I think if they sell in England it will be for a premium price that only United, City or Chelsea (maybe not anymore?) could afford.

 

[Baxterman]

Having a wage cap for a club as big as Tottenham is frustrating for everybody involved. The fans, the players, the management, etc.

It is slightly frustrating but if they keep getting the results that they have then I think it is better than overextending themselves and going into a multi fall because they can't afford anyone.

I think if we see the team clearly fall behind the other top 6 clubs then perhaps the frustration will start to mount but as of now we have lost "big" players before and had no problem continuing on.

I think if this was last year I would have been really pissed to be losing Alderweireld but with the emergence of Sanchez, improved play of Vertongen and Toby's injuries/slight drop in play I think we are much better to handle it now than we were then.

 

[Paulie Gualtieri]

As for Spurs not selling in England, that's a bunch of crap. They'll sell if a bigger club comes in, and if they pay the money that makes it worth them selling. They certainly have preferred locations, but if the money is right, they're going to sell just like everyone else.

A few years ago I may have agreed with you.

 

[Savant]

It depends on what they would want in a fee.

If Klopp came and said he wanted the player, I think something is possible.

As for Spurs not selling in England, that's a bunch of crap. They'll sell if a bigger club comes in, and if they pay the money that makes it worth them selling. They certainly have preferred locations, but if the money is right, they're going to sell just like everyone else.

Too much wages for Liverpool.

 

[YNWA14]

I think FSG are more than willing to spend if they need to. 'Too much' is nonsense at this point. If Klopp wants the player we'll get them.

 

[Chimaera]

A few years ago I may have agreed with you.

Maybe.

But I think they're not in a financial situation where they can just tell a player go sit in the stands or play for the youth team. Note, I don't think that's where this one ends, bu they have to maximize their assets and get every ounce of their profit from each move they make.

they can make a few mistakes, but until their new stadium is cranking out the revenues, and until they're certain to keep CL each season, they're not on the same financial standing with most of the rest of the top 6 challengers.

They don't have the advertising, shirt/kit and summer trip revenues that the rest of the top 6 can command.

I also think their chairman, for right or wrong, while he might not want to sell to another EPL team (mainly so he can stick it in Arsenal's face, and that's it) believes he can replace whomever. If a top bid comes in for him, and it's from City or United, they're going to take it. If they could get him to Spain and just take a little less, or convince the player to do it, they'll try, but it's not that clear.

 

[Chimaera]

Too much wages for Liverpool.

I think it's less about the wages. I think it's more about giving a top rival a fee for a player of his age. He's going to be 29 soon.

FSG, while they're not as bad as the 'money ball' accusations, really would have a problem in shelling out top dollar for a player who maybe gets them a couple of seasons and has limited resell price.

VVD's deal is massive partially because they could have the player for 6-8 seasons. They also feel, whether right or wrong, that he could still have some upside even at that price.

 

[Savant]

I think it's less about the wages. I think it's more about giving a top rival a fee for a player of his age. He's going to be 29 soon.

FSG, while they're not as bad as the 'money ball' accusations, really would have a problem in shelling out top dollar for a player who maybe gets them a couple of seasons and has limited resell price.

VVD's deal is massive partially because they could have the player for 6-8 seasons. They also feel, whether right or wrong, that he could still have some upside even at that price.

It’s both. The only time FSG signed an outfield player that age or higher was Lambert. Toure and Klavan were signed at 4th choice CB for a few quid but it would be pretty unprecedented for them to make a signing like Alderweireld. Not that I’d hate that.

 

[Wee Baby Seamus]

A couple trash outlets have Chelsea as odds-on favourites to sign Marcus Rashford. I'd be very okay with that signing.

Also, if Bale comes back to the EPL, it's either to United or Chelsea I think. I'd take him at Chelsea, despite his injuries, because I love the way he plays, but I'd bet he goes to United.

 

[Paulie Gualtieri]

Contract talks with Martial stalled.

 

[Live in the Now]

Contract talks with Martial stalled.

Smart lad. They put another player in his position who he won't start over.

 

[hatterson]

I actually believe he'll be sold in England as well. Probably to Man United.

Wouldn't surprise me to see Mourinho go after someone like him.

Mourinho has said he doesn't want/need more attackers, so defense is going to be a priority in the summer. They need at least 1 starting CB, 2 if you think you can't count on Bailly being healthy. Alderwiereld is a solid option and although he's not young, would bring stability to the backline.

 

[Savant]

Smart lad. They put another player in his position who he won't start over.

PSG coming.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

Martial could replace Batshuayi if he doesn't return to the club after the end of his loan. We could give him a starting spot, and likely plenty of goals at his preferred position.

 

[Deficient Mode]

Martial could replace Batshuayi if he doesn't return to the club after the end of his loan. We could give him a starting spot, and likely plenty of goals at his preferred position.

Wages wouldn't work out. He can go to Chelsea.

 

[hatterson]

I could definitely see PSG wanting Martial and I think he'd do great in a real system.

He's definitely got flaws, but he's still young and has a ton of potential.

 

[Cassano]

How will PSG be a fit for Martial? Neymar plays his position.

I see Spurs, Arsenal, Bayern and Inter being the best fits. If Woodward chooses to sell is another question.

 

[YNWA14]

Martial is overhyped, but even so if he wants to leave United because he doesn't have a secure first XI spot, why would he go somewhere like PSG? If anything he'll move somewhere that could guarantee him a starting spot, no?

 

[Cassano]

Is Alban Lafont any good? He said he'd like to sign with Arsenal and we desperately need a young keeper.

 

[Pavel Buchnevich]

Is Alban Lafont any good? He said he'd like to sign with Arsenal and we desperately need a young keeper.

@Evilo

Dortmund also needs a new keeper.

 

[John Pedro]

Is Alban Lafont any good? He said he'd like to sign with Arsenal and we desperately need a young keeper.

I haven't watched a ton of Toulouse games, but the games I watched he was very solid. If Arsenal could sign him and Issa Diop from Toulouse, that would be nice.

 

[phisherman]

Doesn't Toby have a release clause? Or one that could kick in?

 

[Paulie Gualtieri]

Doesn't Toby have a release clause? Or one that could kick in?

Next summer. Levy would want to sell him this summer if there is any truth to it all.

 

[Evilo]

@Evilo

Dortmund also needs a new keeper.

Yeah Lafont's a great young goalie. Not yet sold on him reaching his upside, since he had made more mistakes earlier this year. But the upside itself is ridiculous. This is a guy that starts since he's 16 or something. He's had some unreal performances in his career already.

 

[Live in the Now]

Paul Joyce reporting Liverpool wants Jorginho to replace Can. Please happen.