Summer 2015 - Transfer Rumours, Speculation & Suggestions

[ROBBO]

I know we have a lot of Benteke money but does anyone else think that we are spending as though money isn't an issue?

[silhillvilla]

I know we have a lot of Benteke money but does anyone else think that we are spending as though money isn't an issue?

Not really when you keep in mind the new Tv money

[Toronto Villa]

I know we have a lot of Benteke money but does anyone else think that we are spending as though money isn't an issue?

I don't think that's the case. The argument was made that it was more the wages that were killing us and long term anchor like contracts. We had rid ourselves of several of those, new TV money, our own prize money, commercial revenues, transfer revenues and for added spice a little ambition. I think we have been very sensible overall in overhauling the squad and coaching staff.

[Villa in Denmark]

I know we have a lot of Benteke money but does anyone else think that we are spending as though money isn't an issue?

This is not an anti Randy post, but we've not spent the incoming money for Lowton, Weimann,  Benteke and Delph yet have we?

It's reaching a point where I'm more nervous about integrating so many new faces into a team than how much we are or aren't spending.

[Des Little]

I know we have a lot of Benteke money but does anyone else think that we are spending as though money isn't an issue?

Must admit that thought has crossed my mind.  This is very unlike Villa. Well the old Villa anyway.

[montague]

It's reaching a point where I'm more nervous about integrating so many new faces into a team than how much we are or aren't spending.
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Just like 1991!! I think its quite exciting.

[ROBBO]

I really can't get my head around all the action it must be an age thing that makes me so suspicious or it could be following this club.

[Matt Collins]

It is exciting but I am a bit concerned about integrating everyone - both footballing wise and into re group

I'm sure there'll be a lot of French spoken at BMH. We're also really short on dependable premier league experience. Really really short

[pauliewalnuts]

I know we have a lot of Benteke money but does anyone else think that we are spending as though money isn't an issue?

I wouldn't say that, but I would say that we're spending money on players who suggest we've put a bit of effort into researching, and who aren't almost all located in the bargain basement selection.

[pauliewalnuts]

It is exciting but I am a bit concerned about integrating everyone - both footballing wise and into re group

I'm sure there'll be a lot of French spoken at BMH. We're also really short on dependable premier league experience. Really really short

Lorna Languages or whatever she's called is going to be really busy.

[Summers]

I know we have a lot of Benteke money but does anyone else think that we are spending as though money isn't an issue?

I think we're spending like staying comfortably in the top division is the plan - for once.

[Hookeysmith]

It is exciting but I am a bit concerned about integrating everyone - both footballing wise and into re group

I'm sure there'll be a lot of French spoken at BMH. We're also really short on dependable premier league experience. Really really short

Lorna Languages or whatever she's called is going to be really busy.

She already has he hands full interpreting Gabby and Jack

[themossman]

Those figures someone linked to yesterday put it in context. If Veretout signs we've still got somewhere north of 10m left from the transfers out (I know it doesnt actually work like that), having also got loads of big salaries off the books. Considering the league performance last season you could argue we should be spending a lot more on top of that as well.

[Toronto Villa]

Those figures someone linked to yesterday put it in context. If Veretout signs we've still got somewhere north of 10m left from the transfers out (I know it doesnt actually work like that), having also got loads of big salaries off the books. Considering the league performance last season you could argue we should be spending a lot more on top of that as well.

It should never really be about net spend. It should be about what you do with your what you have. If every window we broken even, but sold a player or two for a combined 30-40m, then bought 3-4 players with it we can continue to improve in all areas. If things work out the way they should we shouldn't need complete overhauls every year. This summer should be the exception and we should be able to add key pieces going forward. Now, if we aspire to get into the CL (a complete pipe dream right now off course), then we need be shopping at a better store. No point getting ahead of ourselves, but for now, if we spend 30-40m well, we shouldn't kicking around the arse end of the table at any point and we can build from there.

[Clampy]

I'm sure there'll be a lot of French spoken at BMH. We're also really short on dependable premier league experience. Really really short

You could argue so were Southampton when they brought their foreign players in, and they did ok.