2024 January transfer window - hopes, needs, expectations and rumours.

[Risso]

I didn't get it either Paul, and it's not even because I'm hungover.

[rougegorge]

If we do look at another forward in the window, I think someone who is proven to be able to play in the Premier League is important.

Whilst we have Duran developing, and Diaby and Bailey maybe could adapt, we know we are very reliant on Watkins staying fit and on form all season, which in itself is a risk that needs mitigation.

I think Dominic Solanke could be a good backup or complement and could develop further. Whilst his goals per game ratio is not that great, you have to factor in that he has been playing at a team that often struggles. However, he is quite quick, mobile and has a good age profile (26). Prising away players who are regular first-teamers would be a challenge, but if our stock rises, it makes that more possible.

[AV84]

Edouard from Crystal Palce might be worth a punt if we were looking for another striker.

[DrGonzo]

77 games, 17 goals.  I'd be inclined to pass on him thanks.

[Villaininexile]

Rashford is on too much money and has been suggested.
I'd go after Ivan 'Punter' Toney.

Imagine him and Zaniolo in the same team ..

Would you want bet against them....

[AV84]

77 games, 17 goals.  I'd be inclined to pass on him thanks.

I'm not getting into this never ending discussion again but we're talking about 1) a backup option for Watkins, and 2) someone who is already established in the league. So you're talking 20 minutes at the end of games, and the occasional full match if Watkins had a knock or just needed a rest. We already have Duran, and goals coming from everywhere else on the pitch. So we're highly unlikely to be signing someone who has massive goal numbers in the Premiership already.

[Brazilian Villain]

I didn't get it either Paul, and it's not even because I'm hungover.

Obviously not fans of Sister Boniface Mysteries.

[Rudy Can't Fail]

Probably not the best timing but I wouldn't be against a Bid for Legia's Albanian international, attacking midfielder/striker, Ernest Moçi. He's only 22 and looks to have a great future ahead of him. Technically very gifted, quick and as we found out, knows where the back of the net is. Apparently Legia will find it difficult to turn down €10m.

[DrGonzo]

Part of our success comes from the settled nature of our squad, an anti-Chelsea, if you like.  The fact that 6 of those warriors last night were amongst those that roled over to get their bellies tickled by Fulham last year shows that the spirit is good in the dressing room.  I fear that going too hard in January would threaten that camaraderie and might break the cohesion on the pitch.  2 would be plenty for me.

[Clampy]

I agree with Gonzo. I can't see Emery bringing in many and we don't really need to. I reckon a right back and he'll bring someone in which will make some go 'why the fuck has he bought him for, we don't need him' and it will end up working a treat.

[AV84]

Being linked with winger Alex Baena from Villarreal. His release clause is €60mil but according to AS(?) Monchi has already been in touch with an offer of €40mil and they reckon Villareal like us and the player is a good friend of Torres' which might swing it for us.

I've no idea who/what AS is, but nice to have a new name thrown into the mix.

[Bent Neilsens Screamer]

AS is a Spanish newspaper.

[paul_e]

Being linked with winger Alex Baena from Villarreal. His release clause is €60mil but according to AS(?) Monchi has already been in touch with an offer of €40mil and they reckon Villareal like us and the player is a good friend of Torres' which might swing it for us.

I've no idea who/what AS is, but nice to have a new name thrown into the mix.

From what I've seen he reminds me of Buendia, I think he was linked to us in the summer as well.

[VILLA MOLE]

They might like us but not 20 million less, like us

[Brazilian Villain]

Being linked with winger Alex Baena from Villarreal. His release clause is €60mil but according to AS(?) Monchi has already been in touch with an offer of €40mil and they reckon Villareal like us and the player is a good friend of Torres' which might swing it for us.

Unai knows him and he plays on the left so it's one that would seem to make sense.