I am reading this 24 hours later than probably most. This was largely due to not having the headspace for any more information whatever it was post the window.
I totally understand the disappointment of not getting that one additional midfield player in but I’m not going to let that affect my overall view that this was the best window we’ve had under this ownership and probably stretching back a number of years before Roman sold Chelsea.
We were never going to resolve everything in one window, but we definitely resolve more than we expected. Again, it’s not ideal we did not get the DM we wanted but none of us are in the room when these discussions/negotiations are ongoing. Even with the excellent information provided. By Si and Rob we are all only getting snippets of accurate data and information.
When I look around and see the transfer windows the majority of the other big clubs I’ve had we have definitely come out more on top than others. Add to this the fact that is clear that Alonso has been involved from the outset on all transfers, even those that failed, and I’m sure he is content overall and will have solutions when required.
Our midfield consists of Caicedo, Lavia (consistently injured), Barco (untried), Henderson (36 and at the end of his playing career) and Reece (technically a right back and consistently injured). Gusto is absolutely not a midfielder. Obviously there are some academy players. That leaves me with very little confidence. The forwards will have to be bloody amazing.
The squad overall is much better, midfield is still short however we need to keep all fit and firing until Christmas, thankfully its a build it back up year.. expect to see something incoming in Jan.
I will not miss Enzo (either one) at all, never lived up to his hype, too small too slow, the briefing narrative bollox or his own self importance, I sincerely hope he is booed in every ground!
I do agree with what you have said but we can’t keep saying next season as the club is setup and desperate for champions league now. Fernandez is overrated and he can really only play in one position. When he played next to Caicedo as a two we were terrible and most teams just ran through us. Good riddance.
I also think Liverpools interference had an effect on Monaco’s decision thinking they would pay the full price next transfer window so they pulled the plug.
I think the only way I would have rated this window a 10/10 is if we signed 3-4 more players. Additionally, the likes of Gittens, Gusto, Neto would be off on permanent deals and/or loans.
-1-2 new starting level midfielders (DM and box to box)
-1 other solid starting level CB option
-1 new versatile attacker that can compete to start
Sign a replacement before he goes and it drives Man City’s bid down
Try to sign someone after he goes and it inflates the price of whoever you want to replace him
And you can’t line up a replacement too early because then the selling club and player is waiting around for something they’re not sure is going to happen, which is a terrible way to do business because they need a replacement of their own.
The reality is this was always going to go late because it was on Man City and Enzo’s timeline. Blueco almost threaded the needle perfectly. If it wasn’t for Monaco’s stupidity, they would’ve handled a tricky situation as well as they could’ve.
It was a good window but it’s like building a house and not putting a roof on. Eventually the rain is going to get in. A couple of injuries in midfield and we have serious problems.
I think it's only the current injury concerns that have made deadline day a real downer. If Caicedo and Henderson were both fit and firing, I'd probably be pretty comfortable waiting for January. The numbers are there when everyone is fjt. Just nervous with how injuries have tanked our squad over the last five years.
Yesterday was hugely frustrating, but overall I give the window an 8-8.5/10. Xabi was very well backed and we brought in some top top players. Getting the deadwood gone went far better than anyone could’ve predicted. If we can keep the midfielders fit then I think we could be well in the mix at the top come January.
I have calmed down now to be fair 😂I mean you leave things to last minute anything can go wrong overall squad is so much better and we have got rid of a lot of crap so have to be happy 😂
If we just can stay clear of injuries i rate that squad. No player feels wrong looking at that, only thing i would change in terms of balance is one less winger/wingback and one more midfielder…
we have come a long way in terms of squadbuild. Our best window under this ownership.
I am reading this 24 hours later than probably most. This was largely due to not having the headspace for any more information whatever it was post the window.
I totally understand the disappointment of not getting that one additional midfield player in but I’m not going to let that affect my overall view that this was the best window we’ve had under this ownership and probably stretching back a number of years before Roman sold Chelsea.
We were never going to resolve everything in one window, but we definitely resolve more than we expected. Again, it’s not ideal we did not get the DM we wanted but none of us are in the room when these discussions/negotiations are ongoing. Even with the excellent information provided. By Si and Rob we are all only getting snippets of accurate data and information.
When I look around and see the transfer windows the majority of the other big clubs I’ve had we have definitely come out more on top than others. Add to this the fact that is clear that Alonso has been involved from the outset on all transfers, even those that failed, and I’m sure he is content overall and will have solutions when required.
Strange poll choices. You left gaps - I’d go 6-7 if it was an option lol
Our midfield consists of Caicedo, Lavia (consistently injured), Barco (untried), Henderson (36 and at the end of his playing career) and Reece (technically a right back and consistently injured). Gusto is absolutely not a midfielder. Obviously there are some academy players. That leaves me with very little confidence. The forwards will have to be bloody amazing.
The squad overall is much better, midfield is still short however we need to keep all fit and firing until Christmas, thankfully its a build it back up year.. expect to see something incoming in Jan.
I will not miss Enzo (either one) at all, never lived up to his hype, too small too slow, the briefing narrative bollox or his own self importance, I sincerely hope he is booed in every ground!
I do agree with what you have said but we can’t keep saying next season as the club is setup and desperate for champions league now. Fernandez is overrated and he can really only play in one position. When he played next to Caicedo as a two we were terrible and most teams just ran through us. Good riddance.
I also think Liverpools interference had an effect on Monaco’s decision thinking they would pay the full price next transfer window so they pulled the plug.
6 is harsh
I think the only way I would have rated this window a 10/10 is if we signed 3-4 more players. Additionally, the likes of Gittens, Gusto, Neto would be off on permanent deals and/or loans.
-1-2 new starting level midfielders (DM and box to box)
-1 other solid starting level CB option
-1 new versatile attacker that can compete to start
Enzo put the club in an absolute lose-lose here
Sign a replacement before he goes and it drives Man City’s bid down
Try to sign someone after he goes and it inflates the price of whoever you want to replace him
And you can’t line up a replacement too early because then the selling club and player is waiting around for something they’re not sure is going to happen, which is a terrible way to do business because they need a replacement of their own.
The reality is this was always going to go late because it was on Man City and Enzo’s timeline. Blueco almost threaded the needle perfectly. If it wasn’t for Monaco’s stupidity, they would’ve handled a tricky situation as well as they could’ve.
Any chance that Blueco hat comes on if we get Wharton and Scott in the next 2 windows?😂
It was a good window but it’s like building a house and not putting a roof on. Eventually the rain is going to get in. A couple of injuries in midfield and we have serious problems.
I think it's only the current injury concerns that have made deadline day a real downer. If Caicedo and Henderson were both fit and firing, I'd probably be pretty comfortable waiting for January. The numbers are there when everyone is fjt. Just nervous with how injuries have tanked our squad over the last five years.
Outgoing window: 8.5 / 10
Incoming: 6/10
Yesterday was hugely frustrating, but overall I give the window an 8-8.5/10. Xabi was very well backed and we brought in some top top players. Getting the deadwood gone went far better than anyone could’ve predicted. If we can keep the midfielders fit then I think we could be well in the mix at the top come January.
I have calmed down now to be fair 😂I mean you leave things to last minute anything can go wrong overall squad is so much better and we have got rid of a lot of crap so have to be happy 😂
Martinez
-
Fofana
Lacroix
Colwill
-
Neto
James
Caicedo
Pallestra
-
Palmer
Rogers
Pedro
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Penders
-
Josh
Anselmino
Hato
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Gusto
Barco
Lavia
Quenda
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Estevao
Gittens
Welbeck
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Sherman-Lowe
Pep Chavarria
Henderson
Emegha
If we just can stay clear of injuries i rate that squad. No player feels wrong looking at that, only thing i would change in terms of balance is one less winger/wingback and one more midfielder…
we have come a long way in terms of squadbuild. Our best window under this ownership.
AND NO BOMBSQUAD!!