Popular Post PerryBarrPet Posted August 16, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted August 16, 2022 4 minutes ago, nick76 said: I still find this a bizarre take on why we wouldn’t spend now, makes no sense. I know you’ve try to explain it before but doesn’t fly imo. The only reason I can think of to explain why we would not spend money on new players now is because we cannot find/attract players who are better than those we have. One thing we should not do is spend for spending sake. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicagoVillan1983 Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 2 minutes ago, PerryBarrPet said: The only reason I can think of to explain why we would not spend money on new players now is because we cannot find/attract players who are better than those we have. One thing we should not do is spend for spending sake. Or because we have players coming through the ranks that we believe will fill gaps, in which case filling that gap now versus saving the cash for a future upgrade is a consideration. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 11 minutes ago, nick76 said: I still find this a bizarre take on why we wouldn’t spend now, makes no sense. I know you’ve try to explain it before but doesn’t fly imo. I personally think the board are having cold feet over the manager and dont want him to spend more money until he shows something with the current squad 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMitch Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 4 minutes ago, PerryBarrPet said: The only reason I can think of to explain why we would not spend money on new players now is because we cannot find/attract players who are better than those we have. One thing we should not do is spend for spending sake. This... We will only buy players who will upgrade the squad in quality and the price is right. Every single purchase recently has followed this philosophy. We won't just spend money because it's available... That's how Everton are in the mess they're currently in. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 1 minute ago, Zatman said: I personally hope the board are having cold feet over the manager and dont want him to spend more money until he shows something with the current squad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick76 Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 2 minutes ago, PerryBarrPet said: The only reason I can think of to explain why we would not spend money on new players now is because we cannot find/attract players who are better than those we have. One thing we should not do is spend for spending sake. Completely agree with that. Pete and I have discussed it before and he doesn’t mean that. It’s all good, we just have a different view on his thought process on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick76 Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 2 minutes ago, Zatman said: I personally think the board are having cold feet over the manager and dont want him to spend more money until he shows something with the current squad Makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adman Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 19 minutes ago, Peter Griffin said: I do think we have money available to spend on players if we wish but the reluctance to spending it is that it reduces our budget for future transfer windows Will Carlos be insured so wages and amortization are covered do you think? If so, let's go 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMitch Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 1 minute ago, Zatman said: I personally think the board are having cold feet over the manager and dont want him to spend more money until he shows something with the current squad As much as I don't rate Gerrard, I don't agree with this sentiment at all. So far this summer, we've already bought 3 CL quality players, a very good international keeper as a backup, and flipped Targett for a profit for a profit and bought in a quality backup for a nominal loan fee and a low price to buy. Our spending seems to be looking at good deals and upgrades more so than just splashing the cash. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Griffin Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 2 minutes ago, Dodgyknees said: Maybe not cold feet, but I expect they will have a plan in place if they need to replace him and that plan would require significant funds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Griffin Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 1 minute ago, Adman said: Will Carlos be insured so wages and amortization are covered do you think? If so, let's go I think wages can be covered depending on the policy. I don't believe it is the norm to insure against amortisation costs but if we are willing to pay the enormous premium I am sure someone would underwrite it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Made In Aston Posted August 16, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted August 16, 2022 Wouldn't it be better to wait until the window closes before getting upset that the club isn't spending any more money on players?! There is still plenty of time to sign a few players so maybe just chill until then. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick76 Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 Just now, Made In Aston said: Wouldn't it be better to wait until the window closes before getting upset that the club isn't spending any more money on players?! There is still plenty of time to sign a few players so maybe just chill until then. What’s the point in discussing it then when the window is shut plus we would’ve already played a handful of games by then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Griffin Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 Just now, Made In Aston said: Wouldn't it be better to wait until the window closes before getting upset that the club isn't spending any more money on players?! There is still plenty of time to sign a few players so maybe just chill until then. We have already had a pretty good window as it stands. Okay, the Carlos injury is a blow but that has just happened. Back at the start of the transfer window we were the only club signing players, this is how Man Utd did it every year when SAF was there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 1 hour ago, KAZZAM said: Gonna have competition from Leicester for a CB if Fofana does go to Chelsea. So might be worth it to get something agreed quick. I'm shaking in my boots! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villan501 Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 47 minutes ago, Delphinho123 said: Not a chance. I know you’re obsessed with Carlos and this ball playing centre half we so desperately need (I’m not even sure Carlos is that player) but I’d much rather spend whatever money is left on another central midfielder instead of another centre half. The truth like delphinho states we need to spend the money on upgrades to the piss poor midfield because if we don't get a midfielder in to complement kamara dosnt matter what CB we have we will be totally overrun in midfield. A defence under intense pressure will always succumb eventually when the midfield.dosnt do its job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 1 minute ago, nick76 said: What’s the point in discussing it then when the window is shut plus we would’ve already played a handful of games by then. Its more for the people who seem outraged with the Board because they think the finances have been reigned in. Let's see what else the window brings first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick76 Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Made In Aston said: Its more for the people who seem outraged with the Board because they think the finances have been reigned in. Let's see what else the window brings first. But isn’t that like saying don’t discuss the football league position until the season is over? Or discuss the game during the game during, wait until it’s over to discuss? Football is about discussing/complaining/happiness in the moment. Edited August 16, 2022 by nick76 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 (edited) 3 minutes ago, nick76 said: But isn’t that like saying don’t discuss the football league position until the season is over? Or discuss the game during the game during the game, what until it’s over to discuss? Football is about discussing/complaining/happiness in the moment. No I'm not saying don't discuss, but to come to conclusions without any evidence seems nonsensical. Its the same with league position. We can talk about expectations and aspirations, but shouldn't be getting outraged about where we are until the season finishes, as a lot can change. Edited August 16, 2022 by Made In Aston 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaParkAvenue Posted August 16, 2022 Share Posted August 16, 2022 11 minutes ago, Peter Griffin said: I think wages can be covered depending on the policy. I don't believe it is the norm to insure against amortisation costs but if we are willing to pay the enormous premium I am sure someone would underwrite it I read somewhere players wages are generally insured against injury. Even if premiums are high it’s probably still better than signing a player on a 4 year contract at 10m a year and potentially see their career ended after a few weeks. The transfer fee would still be lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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