Summer 2015 - Transfer Rumours, Speculation & Suggestions

[Ron Manager]

Ron was a twin striker at Oxford Utd. I saw him bludgeon in a terrific header at the Tilton End many years ago. Far better than Ginola!

[aj2k77]

Why do I get the feeling that after Adebayor and Veretout we are still going to pull a few surprises out of the hat?

[Phil from the upper holte]

Surely Berbatov isn't really happening?

Seems really odd to me

[Clark W Griswold]

Surely Berbatov isn't really happening?

Seems really odd to me

It did to me until I was reminded of the Petrov link, and the fact that he may know Sherwood too? He was a great talent, he's now 34 so peaked you would think, but doesn't rely on pace, and Zola was still very good for Chelsea at 36.

[CT]

I remember when Fulham beat us 2-1 at VP - he ran the game, but literally at walking pace. Class above anything we had on show that day, including Grant Holt.

[SamTheMouse]

Berbatov barely made it above a jog for Monaco last season, and didn't get many goals, in a league where you get quite a lot of time on the ball. Once in a while he'll do something really special, but 99% of his time is spent strolling around waiting for the ball to come to him.

[Malandro]

number of interesting free transfers  (from the bbc): Alberto Aquilani, Tranquillo Barnetta and Yoann Gourcuff.

I guess Aquilani is thought of as a bit of a flop but the beeb states 'Despite playing only 815 minutes of Premier League football, Aquilani provided six assists and scored one goal'

Anyway, looks like Tim has plenty of ideas.

[Holte L2]

I remember when Fulham beat us 2-1 at VP - he ran the game, but literally at walking pace. Class above anything we had on show that day, including Grant Holt.

I caught him playing for Monaco last season against Arsenal in the Champions League. he was a class act that night.  Might be a decent option to bring off the bench, and experience in the dressing room.  He's great at playing final passes.
Think he scored 12 for Monaco last season so not a bad return.

[Chris Jameson]

I love watching Berbatov, bit like Le Tissier in that doesn't run about chasing lost causes and looks like he can't be arsed but then does something outrageous. He's never relied on pace so don't think his age is a problem, he'd contribute more than Agbonlahor even if he only started a handful of games.

[Louzie0]

I remember when Fulham beat us 2-1 at VP - he ran the game, but literally at walking pace. Class above anything we had on show that day, including Grant Holt.

That's my recollection of the match and his impact on the day, as well.

[Lastfootstamper]

Toughie, innit, Berbatov. We need some real quality up front, which he has. Is there a proven premier league goalscorer available within our, or 75% of the rest of the division's for that matter, budget that's the answer long-term? We seem to be packing the squad with youth and energy, so maybe his sanguine tendencies won't be as detrimental as they would've been in recent seasons past. I really don't know. I like him, think I'll just have to trust Sherwood's judgement on this one.

[Clark W Griswold]

Yeah I like him too. As pointed out, he could be a regular impact substitute initially, and of course if all goes tits up with the other strikers and he looks good we could use him much more. Again, it's extra insurance that we always have something up our sleeve.

[Toronto Villa]

I love watching Berbatov, bit like Le Tissier in that doesn't run about chasing lost causes and looks like he can't be arsed but then does something outrageous. He's never relied on pace so don't think his age is a problem, he'd contribute more than Agbonlahor even if he only started a handful of games.

I agree. When he's on he's quite imperious and he might being brought in for his knowledge, experience and to help the environment at the club. Look at what we have gone from to going to. Berbatov clearly isn't what he was but if this is nothing else other than a short term move, a bit of a PR initiative, but ultimately benefits the squad for a year including him doing some lovely things on things on the pitch from time to time, then why not?

Agree with Clampy too. Why on earth are some people going mental over this possible signing or Adebayor? I'm enjoying this way, way more than any summer I can remember in absolutely ages. A mix of seen it, done it, talented older players and up and coming impressive players from France. What's not to enjoy?

[Steve R]

According to a report on BFM TV sport We have outbid Newcastle for Olympic Marseille attacking midfielder Florian Thauvin, but have been rebuffed by the player who wants to stay at OM.

[dave.woodhall]

Ron was a twin striker at Oxford Utd. I saw him bludgeon in a terrific header at the Tilton End many years ago. Far better than Ginola!

Ron was a wing-half. He bludgeoned a lot though.