Ross Barkley

[Pat Mustard]

50+ posts in they're not happy on Molineux Mix, we're in danger of overtaking them apparently.

They are so f*cking weird.  Wolves could sign Neymar and I doubt there would be more than a ripple on here - we sign Barkley on loan and they have a whole dedicated thread!  If Wolves were a person we'd be taking out a restraining order.

[hipkiss92]

He has 33 England caps.

He was brilliant for Everton, and has done ok for Chelsea. For where we are right now he's a good signing and adds to the first team squad.

I'm pleased.

We now have three current England internationals in the side.

Cant recall that ever happening before. Probably goes back to the 1800s!

Ah just checked, Euro qualifiers 83/4, Sid, Morley and Withe

Dublin, Merson and Hendrie v Czech Republic 1998.

Hendrie replaced Merse I think. Have we had 3 on the pitch at the same time anytime since. Spinksy and Cowans played in a friendly but Nige didn't get anymore caps.

Did we not have Barry, Young, Milner and Downing in the squad once at the same time?

Barry left before Downing signed. But I think Hesket, Gabby, Milner, Young and C Davies were at least all called up to the squad around 2010, even if they weren't all on the pitch at the same time.

[Ian.]

Fantastic signing, really pleased with this.

[tim]

I think this is decent. A good player with some proven capabilities. Wasn't on the original wishlist but a worthwhile addition hopefully.

[KRS]

Good signing. I’ve always thought he has overrated but there’s no doubt that he is a good player when he’s on it and will improve our midfield. We finally have another player that will complement and link up well with Jack, and our front 6 is now a mouth watering prospect. Welcome to VP RB!

Now please bring in Rashica and buy a quality LB...please!!!

[Deano's Mullet]

Decent signing but keeping all these midfield players happy is what will worry me. I suppose it’s part and parcel of having a big squad.

[Risso]

Decent signing but keeping all these midfield players happy is what will worry me. I suppose it’s part and parcel of having a big squad.

That's the last of Dean's worries.  We're one injury or suspension from having to play Nakamba or Lansbury every game, and if either of them aren't happy, well here's 10p for them to phone somebody who gives a shit!

[rob_bridge]

50+ posts in they're not happy on Molineux Mix, we're in danger of overtaking them apparently.

They are so f*cking weird.  Wolves could sign Neymar and I doubt there would be more than a ripple on here - we sign Barkley on loan and they have a whole dedicated thread!  If Wolves were a person we'd be taking out a restraining order.

Strange bunch the Dingles - easiest way to wind them up is to tell them they have turned into Baggies fans, being obsessed with us even though they have had a better team for a couple of years+.

[rooboy316]

I also would be amazed if we had not agreed a deal to buy if it works out - we are so more professional nowadays

Haven’t seen anything quoted about loan to buy. Agree we seem much more switched on about this than previously, but I can also see Chelsea wanting to loan him out to give him game time but wanting to keep their options open if some of their signings don’t impress.

He’s a good addition for a year, regardless of buyout clause, and keeps our budget/ffp open for other purchases.

[N'ZMAV]

This is a good signing - better than what we have in most aspects of centre midfield.

Let's hope it's not another Jermaine Jenas though

[teamvillage]

He has 33 England caps.

He was brilliant for Everton, and has done ok for Chelsea. For where we are right now he's a good signing and adds to the first team squad.

I'm pleased.

We now have three current England internationals in the side.

Cant recall that ever happening before. Probably goes back to the 1800s!

Ah just checked, Euro qualifiers 83/4, Sid, Morley and Withe

Dublin, Merson and Hendrie v Czech Republic 1998.

Hendrie replaced Merse I think. Have we had 3 on the pitch at the same time anytime since. Spinksy and Cowans played in a friendly but Nige didn't get anymore caps.

Did we not have Barry, Young, Milner and Downing in the squad once at the same time?

Barry left before Downing signed. But I think Hesket, Gabby, Milner, Young and C Davies were at least all called up to the squad around 2010, even if they weren't all on the pitch at the same time.

Gabby, Barry, Carson, Davies, Ash - Switzerland 2008.

[rob_bridge]

This is a good signing - better than what we have in most aspects of centre midfield.

Let's hope it's not another Jermaine Jenas though

Barclay played 30+ games last season. He only has to play 4 this season to beat JJ

[Nunkin1965]

Probably going over ground already covered but for where we are in our squad development this is a brilliant signing.
Exciting times lads & lasses!

[Risso]

Hat trick against the Red Scouse please Ross, or GTFO.

[john e]

he's a proper unit as well no pushover
technically very gifted and not lightweight

Grealish  Luiz  McGinadine  Barkley
its a long time since we put a stronger midfield out than that

if Barkley and Grealish click it could be exciting times