Summer transfer, gossip, speculation and the usual butter ollocks thread

[Mister E]

Saw that Gallagher playing for Swansea in the playoffs and he looked quite good

Not sure about Gallagher - I’ve heard he likes his Cigarettes and Alcohol.

Whats the story

Please don't look back in anger if he turns us down.

[algy]

Don't forget the low-cost but unlikely midfielder we've also been ITK'd about.

Does anyone know how long Martinez has left on his contract at Arsenal ?

Gareth Bale. 20-25 million with Real to pay some of his wages for a proportion of his contract.

In all truth... you heard this fantastic rumour here first. It’s no secret that he’s available at a real cut price fee.

I only see him as a left-sided attacker, and there is a player ahead of him in that position. I know he's played in other areas, and in European Cup finals for Real Madrid,but I just see him as a left-sided attacker so there's no room for him in my team. Now the Madrid fans will be annoyed with me, and they were already sore due to my choosing Ercall Colts Under 11s ahead of them in 1988.

I think would could convert him back to leftback where he'd be a decent back up for Target.

I thought Messi was agitating for a move away from our feeder club, and wanted to play for a club who knew how to handle Bayern Munich. He's the obvious signing for me. Probably a bit older then the profile were trying to bring in, but on a shortish contract until Ramsay gets up to speed he'd be alright.

[danno]

Saw that Gallagher playing for Swansea in the playoffs and he looked quite good

Not sure about Gallagher - I’ve heard he likes his Cigarettes and Alcohol.

Whats the story

Please don't look back in anger if he turns us down.

Whatever happens, you've just got to roll with it.

[N'ZMAV]

Gallagher from Chelsea is a good prospect. I'd be pleased if we signed him.

Have we been linked with loan or perm deal?

[ChicagoLion]

Don't forget the low-cost but unlikely midfielder we've also been ITK'd about.

Does anyone know how long Martinez has left on his contract at Arsenal ?

Gareth Bale. 20-25 million with Real to pay some of his wages for a proportion of his contract.

In all truth... you heard this fantastic rumour here first. It’s no secret that he’s available at a real cut price fee.

I only see him as a left-sided attacker, and there is a player ahead of him in that position. I know he's played in other areas, and in European Cup finals for Real Madrid,but I just see him as a left-sided attacker so there's no room for him in my team. Now the Madrid fans will be annoyed with me, and they were already sore due to my choosing Ercall Colts Under 11s ahead of them in 1988.

I think would could convert him back to leftback where he'd be a decent back up for Target.

you mean Taylor surely.
Whatever Real are prepared to do it will be a lot of money and a huge risk to sign the monkey headed twat.

[Fred Crump]

Returning to a football related thread to cheer myself up. For once, so far we are doing ok in a window. Would like a really pacey winger who can cross and a skilful but physical DM cover for Dougie and ideally someone like King as a ultility forward and a LB as well to enable a bit of deadwood clearing. The Arse goalie sounds good if pricey too.
But generally I’m happy and have full confidence in Deano and Footyskillz to get it right this time.

[maidstonevillain]

We have 5 strikers , so I doubt that will be the priority.
A winger and midfielder and hopefully a clear out.
AEG Landsbury Taylor Hogan Samata

With Wesley injured a striker is still a priority. As things stand, we are going into the new season with one effective striker, but who is unproven at this level. Exactly the same position we were in last year.

[jwarry]

Saw that Gallagher playing for Swansea in the playoffs and he looked quite good

Not sure about Gallagher - I’ve heard he likes his Cigarettes and Alcohol.

Whats the story

Please don't look back in anger if he turns us down.

Whatever happens, you've just got to roll with it.

All part of the masterplan

[chrisw1]

We have 5 strikers , so I doubt that will be the priority.
A winger and midfielder and hopefully a clear out.
AEG Landsbury Taylor Hogan Samata

With Wesley injured a striker is still a priority. As things stand, we are going into the new season with one effective striker, but who is unproven at this level. Exactly the same position we were in last year.

But at least this one is settled in England, speaks the language and used to the intensity of English football.  I've far more confidence in him hitting the ground running than Wes, which was always a huge ask.

edit - tidying up quote fail

[Walmley_Villa]

Some might say that we should cut our losses on Samatta?

[Meanwood Villa]

There's always the hope that players might come good. Might Samatta look better with Watkins alongside him? I wouldn't turn my nose up at another striker, they're the most exciting signings after all but left back is a concern, as is defensive mid if Doug gets injured.

[Clampy]

There's always the hope that players might come good. Might Samatta look better with Watkins alongside him? I wouldn't turn my nose up at another striker, they're the most exciting signings after all but left back is a concern, as is defensive mid if Doug gets injured.

Was that an Oasis B-side?

[Drummond]

Well I've blocked him, and now I know how it works i may block a few others. Feel free to block me if it suits you.

You might as well add me to your list.

[eamonn]

Just acquiesce to Brentford's demands for Benrahma like we always do.

[algy]

Gallagher from Chelsea is a good prospect. I'd be pleased if we signed him.

Have we been linked with loan or perm deal?

A loan, I think.

Thought Everton's approach to loans a few years back was perfect. Practically every player from abroad was on a loan with an option to buy, seemed a sensible policy since not all adapt perfectly. Might've been a good plan with Samatta for a start.