June 14, 201610 yr It's difficult to retain a title in the EPL just ask City who spend millions every year, the level of competition is ridiculous. Also that new stadium won't build itself. Roman is rich but he is no Croesus. I'm not disputing that but we haven't given ourselves the best chances in recent years, after a title. Furthermore the TV deal means Roman will never have to dig into his own pocket for transfers ever again unless we sign MSN. But re last summer, Alderwierld and Witsel were avalible last summer, both relatively cheap, both had the qualities to play for us, we should have been all over that.
June 14, 201610 yr I'm not disputing that but we haven't given ourselves the best chances in recent years, after a title. Furthermore the TV deal means Roman will never have to dig into his own pocket for transfers ever again unless we sign MSN. But re last summer, Alderwierld and Witsel were avalible last summer, both relatively cheap, both had the qualities to play for us, we should have been all over that. Just consider if the manager wanted those players. I don't for once believe Jose has no say over transfers.
June 14, 201610 yr Just consider if the manager wanted those players. I don't for once believe Jose has no say over transfers.I mean who wouldn't want Hector and papy in their team. No brainer
June 14, 201610 yr I mean who wouldn't want Hector and papy in their team. No brainerShame on whoever forced Cesc and Costa on him.
June 14, 201610 yr Shame on whoever forced Cesc and Costa on him.Pity we were talking about backing a manager when on top.
June 14, 201610 yr Pity we were talking about backing a manager when on top.Well he's getting all that now at Utd with resigning Nani and if only Papy had cost 40 mil euros just like Bailly...
June 14, 201610 yr Well he's getting all that now at Utd with resigning Nani and if only Papy had cost 40 mil euros just like Bailly...I have no idea what you are talking about. Resigning Nani? Where did you hear that? And you are comparing Papy and Bailey?
June 14, 201610 yr I have no idea what you are talking about. Resigning Nani? Where did you hear that? And you are comparing Papy and Bailey?Yea mate Nani, check it online. I would like your input on what makes Bailly so much better than Papy.
June 14, 201610 yr Yea mate Nani, check it online. I would like your input on what makes Bailly so much better than Papy.Maybe you should. All i see is that he has agreed terms with Inter. I haven't seen Bailey so cannot comment but the transfer price does paint a picture of the guy's talent. No one drops 30m on complete unknowns.
June 14, 201610 yr Dont know how and where that came from or how that is even possible. But just the google search and the first link begs to differ along with my own eyes http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/premier-league/11985682/Premier-Leagues-top-10-tacklers-in-201516.html?frame=endScreen Ahh sorry he was 12th in the league according to who scored (2nd behind Azpi for Chelsea). I don't know where I would have seen him being the 4th highest tackler in the league I just remember it having popped up on the tele I imagine that they had added a lot of extra qualifiers. Still for someone who is shoddy defensively 12th isn't half bad.
June 14, 201610 yr after watching italy under conte last night i am hoping just one thing, that the twats who pull the strings at chelsea give him the money he wants for the players 'He' wants, and some time !! Seems les and less likely though. In all likelihood we will faff around nainggolan till mid august and then loan in a washed up striker and some 22 yo from championship.
June 14, 201610 yr Loved the team spirit that Italy showed. They all seemed so passionate and willing to run for each other. It shows how hard work out performs talent. Hopefully he can bring that to us. At 46, he is still young and hasn't had too many high profile jobs that have burnt him out.
June 15, 201610 yr Conte yelling "I will kill you, I will kill you " to Italy players after Lukaku's Chance.pic.twitter.com/O3lGhPOews — ️ (@addictedtoCFC) June 14, 2016
June 15, 201610 yr Conte yelling "I will kill you, I will kill you " to Italy players after Lukaku's Chance. pic.twitter.com/O3lGhPOews — ️ (@addictedtoCFC) June 14, 2016 I am begining to love his management already. More Simeone than Mourinho, but will do just fine.
June 15, 201610 yr Conte yelling "I will kill you, I will kill you " to Italy players after Lukaku's Chance. pic.twitter.com/O3lGhPOews — ️ (@addictedtoCFC)June 14, 2016 CFC better make sure there aren't any Eva Carneiro mentality people around the bench other wise we will be facing another tool downer and lawsuit.
June 15, 201610 yr CFC better make sure there aren't any Eva Carneiro mentality people around the bench other wise we will be facing another tool downer and lawsuit. oh f**k off
June 15, 201610 yr Ahh sorry he was 12th in the league according to who scored (2nd behind Azpi for Chelsea). I don't know where I would have seen him being the 4th highest tackler in the league I just remember it having popped up on the tele I imagine that they had added a lot of extra qualifiers. Still for someone who is shoddy defensively 12th isn't half bad. I would be surprised (tending to shocked if he was actually 12th). Just a simple questions (leaving out all the stats behind). Do you think cesc is good defensively as midfielder playing in a deep 2?
June 15, 201610 yr CFC better make sure there aren't any Eva Carneiro mentality people around the bench other wise we will be facing another tool downer and lawsuit. wtf
June 15, 201610 yr I would be surprised (tending to shocked if he was actually 12th). Just a simple questions (leaving out all the stats behind). Do you think cesc is good defensively as midfielder playing in a deep 2? Simply no, I also don't think that role suits him as he has to work too hard defensively and it seems to take away from the creative side of his game. But he has shown that he can and will put the effort in and do a shift defensively if his role requires it. I will also say that I don't think he is defensively inept as some people have suggested but will agree it definitely isn't one of his strong suits and he certainly will miss tackles and he will allow people passed him. Edited June 15, 201610 yr by PedroMendez
June 15, 201610 yr I have been waiting eagerly to see Conte in action and i was not disappointed. He certainly got a tune out of a very ordinary Italian team, but what I liked most was the tactics. He was straight down Belgium's throats from the kick off. The high pressing, work rate and never say die attitude shocked Belgium to the core. They were out thought and out played by a better tactician, even though player for player they are loads better. This augurs well !! I think the future is bright, provided we get him the players he wants, not the ones Emanalo, Roman or the Board think might work. Be patient, he will be watching every game while he is in France, drawing up a short list to give to the Board. Expect no signings until a week or so after the Euros finishes. He will have had a good look at the current squad whilst he was kicking his heels waiting for the Euros to begin. He will know who he likes and who he does not and will choose players to compliment this. Expect plenty of Italians or Balkans !!
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