The January New Manager Warchest Transfer Thread

[sickbeggar]

Well we've been linked to Bissouma by the Torygrapth. Seem an odd one given his "issues" and the cost.  Not buying a DM now would be bizarre unless they've totally given up on a European place

I agree its a position we definitely need to fill, but if we cannot find the exact player we want in this window then it would be prudent to wait until we can get that player.

yeah I just think when we have (hopefully) signed a very creative player, and (hopefully) a better defensive option then really a European place is up for grabs. We have half a season with on paper an easier run in so a DM would cement that hope. As AshtonVilla says, even a loan or an experienced old hand would do for now. We just need SOMEONE to do it.

[Mister E]

Well we've been linked to Bissouma by the Torygrapth. Seem an odd one given his "issues" and the cost.  Not buying a DM now would be bizarre unless they've totally given up on a European place

I agree its a position we definitely need to fill, but if we cannot find the exact player we want in this window then it would be prudent to wait until we can get that player.

yeah I just think when we have (hopefully) signed a very creative player, and (hopefully) a better defensive option then really a European place is up for grabs. We have half a season with on paper an easier run in so a DM would cement that hope. As AshtonVilla says, even a loan or an experienced old hand would do for now. We just need SOMEONE to do it.

We've shown - with the Digne signing - that we're prepared to pay good money to fulfil a need. Go and get Zakaria done now. Get in before he goes elsewhere.

[paul_e]

I agree, get Zakaria in. The idea of taking a gamble on Bissouma whilst the legal case is still looming honestly makes me feel sick. The message of "you can kick a ball so we're willing to gamble on you even though you might be a bit rape-y" would push me very hard to not bothering with football any more. Villa are literally my only reason for still following the sport with any real interest and this would hurt that a lot.

[West Derby Villan]

I agree, get Zakaria in. The idea of taking a gamble on Bissouma whilst the legal case is still looming honestly makes me feel sick. The message of "you can kick a ball so we're willing to gamble on you even though you might be a bit rape-y" would push me very hard to not bothering with football any more. Villa are literally my only reason for still following the sport with any real interest and this would hurt that a lot.

Agree, unless proved totally innocent, then leave well alone and go for Zakaria

[villadelph]

I agree, get Zakaria in. The idea of taking a gamble on Bissouma whilst the legal case is still looming honestly makes me feel sick. The message of "you can kick a ball so we're willing to gamble on you even though you might be a bit rape-y" would push me very hard to not bothering with football any more. Villa are literally my only reason for still following the sport with any real interest and this would hurt that a lot.

Agree, unless proved totally innocent, then leave well alone and go for Zakaria

That would be great. Has he been linked with anyone this window? He's valued at 25m+ but can be had for 6m?!

[Scott Nielsen]

I agree, get Zakaria in. The idea of taking a gamble on Bissouma whilst the legal case is still looming honestly makes me feel sick. The message of "you can kick a ball so we're willing to gamble on you even though you might be a bit rape-y" would push me very hard to not bothering with football any more. Villa are literally my only reason for still following the sport with any real interest and this would hurt that a lot.

Agree, unless proved totally innocent, then leave well alone and go for Zakaria

That would be great. Has he been linked with anyone this window? He's valued at 25m+ but can be had for 6m?!

Been linked with Man Utd for some time.

[LeeB]

I agree, get Zakaria in. The idea of taking a gamble on Bissouma whilst the legal case is still looming honestly makes me feel sick. The message of "you can kick a ball so we're willing to gamble on you even though you might be a bit rape-y" would push me very hard to not bothering with football any more. Villa are literally my only reason for still following the sport with any real interest and this would hurt that a lot.

Agreed.

[ozzjim]

The holding mid is more important than either of the 2 that we have signed so far. We need 2 midfielders with presence and athleticism in the long term, so a player that can play 6 and 8 with a physical presence and a bit of ability on the ball would be good.

[Drummond]

I agree, get Zakaria in. The idea of taking a gamble on Bissouma whilst the legal case is still looming honestly makes me feel sick. The message of "you can kick a ball so we're willing to gamble on you even though you might be a bit rape-y" would push me very hard to not bothering with football any more. Villa are literally my only reason for still following the sport with any real interest and this would hurt that a lot.

Agreed.

Yep. I remember the Ched Evans situation with Sheffield United and my in laws really struggled with it. Innocent until proven guilty and all that, but he's on bail which means there is at the very least a question mark.

[IFWaters]

Wijnaldum anyone? Loan with buy option. Can't get much time at PSG. Played holding midfielder at Liverpool.

[ASHTONVILLA]

Wijnaldum anyone? Loan with buy option. Can't get much time at PSG. Played holding midfielder at Liverpool.

Would be a brilliant signing.

Granit Xhaka is probable getable on loan and at least as good as Nakamba.

[Brazilian Villain]

Granit Xhaka is probable getable on loan and at least as good as Nakamba.

Now that would be criminal.

[Villatillidie25]

Wijnaldum anyone? Loan with buy option. Can't get much time at PSG. Played holding midfielder at Liverpool.

Would be a brilliant signing.

Granit Xhaka is probable getable on loan and at least as good as Nakamba.

I wondered about him too. Don't think he ever played with Stevie G though so maybe less of a pull but assume they probably crossed paths when SG was working with the kiddlywinks. He'd be our third signing with minimal resale value though and will be on huge wages at PSG I expect given he went on a free and, well, it's PSG...
I also don't think he's the anchor we want as better further forward but would be an upgrade on the guys ahead of him but that's an area we are well stocked, although full of similar quality players.
Zakaria is the one we should be moving for imo

[GordonCowansisthegreatest]

Another vote here for Zakaria.

[mrfuse]

I think I've been spoilt, I'm getting restless now with no links to new players.