Just now, azpi28 said:

could it be only 1 PL goal? i can only remember one when Guus Hiddink was the coach i believe

Yea could be the one for prem and the rest were cups, though I still would've thought he had more than that in the prem though!

He definitely had a better eye for goal than Maka!

17 minutes ago, HazardousChoice said:

Do we think Edson would bring Mexican fans flocking to the club like his North American cousin has?

He's certainly a tall and physical dm but it seems strange to go for him so late in the window.

And I'm concerned why Ten Haag hasn't gone for him given he's tried to sign half the Ajax team this summer and desperately needed a DM.

This is the biggest red flag to me, in regards to Ten Haag.

Ajax have already replaced this guy with Grillitsch, who a lot of them rate even more so. This is from the Ajax forums (translated):
 

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I think it's fine that there is a midfielder who stands his ground defensively, but don't pretend that Alvarez closes all the holes, is the cement between defense and attack and is indispensable. 

He is and remains a limited midfielder who does not excel defensively, is painfully slow and lacks the ball. 

 

They really don’t seem bothered about this sale and keep in mind those ‘WhoScored.com’ stats where they highlight weaknesses come from sample data of the bloody Dutch league mostly so let’s all take that with a pinch of salt. 

2 minutes ago, Mod said:

Yea could be the one for prem and the rest were cups, though I still would've thought he had more than that in the prem though!

He definitely had a better eye for goal than Maka!

i just watched all his goals (6) 

3 in FA Cup, 2 in CL (against PSG, that's the one i can remember)

and 1 in PL (against Fulham)

Edited August 31, 20223 yr by azpi28

5 minutes ago, Term_X said:

This is the biggest red flag to me, in regards to Ten Haag.

Ajax have already replaced this guy with Grillitsch, who a lot of them rate even more so. This is from the Ajax forums (translated):
 

They really don’t seem bothered about this sale and keep in mind those ‘WhoScored.com’ stats where they highlight weaknesses come from sample data of the bloody Dutch league mostly so let’s all take that with a pinch of salt. 

Also they already sold their best midfield talent in Gravenberch for £15 million.

3 hours ago, axman2526 said:

Please refers to them as Cleaning Solution FC, or @Valerie will get mad...

Also...who? Are they gonna sell after making such a fuss with Antony.

Has high powered cleaning solution thought about making their team name and mascot Comet???

11 minutes ago, azpi28 said:

could it be only 1 PL goal? i can only remember one when Guus Hiddink was the coach i believe

Off the top of my head:

 

screamer vs Macclesfield (cup)

tap-in vs Forest (cup)

<decade>

weird flick as captain vs Derby (cup)

goal vs Fulham (league)

goal vs Sporting Lisbon (CL)

tap-in vs PSG (CL) - fairly sure we got knocked out that night as well

17 minutes ago, chiefBlueCFC said:

Has high powered cleaning solution thought about making their team name and mascot Comet???

eh.... yes????

Edited August 31, 20223 yr by chiefBlueCFC

3 hours ago, d-one said:

Why 50m for this guy... How much would Tielemans cost. He is versatile and can play as a DLP or AM. I doubt Liecester price him for than 30m

Leicester just fleeced us for Fofana, they won't ask for 30m for Tielemans

54 minutes ago, PloKoon13 said:

Off the top of my head:

 

screamer vs Macclesfield (cup)

tap-in vs Forest (cup)

<decade>

weird flick as captain vs Derby (cup)

goal vs Fulham (league)

goal vs Sporting Lisbon (CL)

tap-in vs PSG (CL) - fairly sure we got knocked out that night as well

That goal against psg was in Paris. We got knocked out at the bridge in the second leg

Alvarez is reportedly going to refuse to train tomorrow lol

48 minutes ago, azpi28 said:

Alvarez is reportedly going to refuse to train tomorrow lol

He will have to force it. He saw Antony do it, and Fofana too if he has paid attention to us.

Obligatory youtube scouting complete - he can stick a foot in for sure.  Looks a little slow, so wonder how he'd adapt to PL pace.

Bid of 44m sent

Surely it’s abit late to be only just submitting a bid? Both clubs will have to move quickly. 

The Dutch transfer window is closed. Clubs are not allowed to buy anymore but can still sell. #Eredivisie
 

 will not want to lose Edson Alvarez but there is a lot of money being offered (via @David_Ornstein) #CFC #AjaxFC #DeadlineDay

Edson #Alvarez is getting closer to #Chelsea, which have offered €50 to #Ajax. Agreement in principle with the midfielder for a contract until 2027 with option for 2028. #transfers #CFC

6 hours ago, PhilH930 said:

Obligatory youtube scouting complete - he can stick a foot in for sure.  Looks a little slow, so wonder how he'd adapt to PL pace.

Also looks pretty clumsy on the ball tbh.

Not sure this is the greatest idea but I suppose he'd do a better job of protecting the back line if we are going with a flat four going forward.

Is this guy better than Gilmour

9 hours ago, azpi28 said:

Alvarez is reportedly going to refuse to train tomorrow lol

 

2 minutes ago, ozboy said:

Is this guy better than Gilmour

Different type. Think technical superior version of a Ndidi

more physical

Mikel like

gilmour more of a Jorginho / pirlo type 

Edited September 1, 20223 yr by azpi28

Shocked if this happens...especially if they can't bring any players in ...maybe buy him and have to leave him there till Jan

This all seems a bit last minute and desperate to me. 

Might as well play Billy in the pivot until January, and allow some time for a proper appraisal of the DM market, plus recruitment of a DoF and a better team of scouts.

People complain when we weren’t looking for a 6 now we are it’s “we should wait FFS” make up your mind