Summer Transfer Window (2024/25)

[Demitri_C]

4 hours ago, _AA_786 said:

Amrabat anyone?

He's begun adjusting to the pace of the game now he's getting more game time. Much rather have him over Bissouma (don't rate him at all)

Big no for me. He has generally been shit most of the season only played well in a handful of games

[Keyblade]

4 hours ago, paul514 said:

Don’t care, I just wanted to add the context. I don’t pretend to have listened to the full audio or pretend to know that the audio tells whatever the full story is.

i wouldn’t have him at the club just for how people would react, personally I don’t care all that matters to me is how a player performs.

So why mention that he's still with her? What purpose does that serve?

[chrisvilla4]

4 hours ago, paul514 said:

Don’t care, I just wanted to add the context. I don’t pretend to have listened to the full audio or pretend to know that the audio tells whatever the full story is.

i wouldn’t have him at the club just for how people would react, personally I don’t care all that matters to me is how a player performs.

If you don't care then you're part of the problem. 

[nnock1984]

7 hours ago, useless said:

If we sign another player for the left side, it's not going to because we doubt Ramsey's ability, or his ability to come back from injury, people forget, but there was a spell last season where he was looking back to his best and was our best attacking player for a few games, but then got another injury, if we sign another left sided player it will be because we think we need another option on that side

Whether we think we're likely to need another left-sided option will probbaly depend on where we see Rogers long-term, he was brought in as a rotational option for Ramsey, but can also play as a No.10, and in fact did very well there, if Rogers is seen as long-term No.10 then that leaves space for another left side player, or if Rogers is to be that left-sided player, then that leaves room for another No.10

Either way we will be signing at least one more attacker presuming Zaniolo departs, maybe another player that's very good on the left or as No.10 would make sense, someone like Eze would be perfect

Also we're looking to sign a left-back that plays almost like a winger, to replace what we had with Moreno before his injury, we're regarding this target as an important attacking opton, will be interesting to see who it end up being

Buendia covers this and will be Zaniolo’s replacement no?

[useless]

We have Bailey, Diaby, Rogers, Ramsey, and Buendia, that's five players for three positions, we will want at least one more so we have two specialist attackers for each of those three positions, Zaniolo wasn't brought in just because Buendia got injured, we needed an extra an extra attacker

Also there were question marks over Buendia before last season when we were looking to establish ourselves as a great eight club, and there will be even more so now expectations are even higher, as he will have to raise his game to an higher standard, Bailey was in the same position before this season just gone, plus the fact he's coming back from quite a year out, I'm sure he will do fine, but we still need another option

Every reliable reporter reporting that we want at least one attacker, and it just makes logical sense, so I think it's likely to happen, might not be some big name superstar, could just be another with a similar profile to Rogers as a squad option - I say just, if we could find another that has similar impact to Rogers that would be brilliant

[Demitri_C]

13 minutes ago, useless said:

We have Bailey, Diaby, Rogers, Ramsey, and Buendia, that's five players for three positions, we will want at least one more so we have two specialist attackers for each of those three positions, Zaniolo wasn't brought in just because Buendia got injured, we needed an extra an extra attacker

Also there were question marks over Buendia before last season when we were looking to establish ourselves as a great eight club, and there will be even more so now expectations are even higher, as he will have to raise his game to an higher standard, Bailey was in the same position before this season just gone, plus the fact he's coming back from quite a year out, I'm sure he will do fine, but we still need another option

Every reliable reporter reporting that we want at least one attacker, and it just makes logical sense, so I think it's likely to happen, might not be some big name superstar, could just be another with a similar profile to Rogers as a squad option - I say just, if we could find another that has similar impact to Rogers that would be brilliant

And we have no idea id buendia is still going to be the same player after being out so long.

We absolutely need another and a estblished striker to help ollie out. Ollies probably going euros too he wont get much of a break

[Philosopher]

1 hour ago, nnock1984 said:

Buendia covers this and will be Zaniolo’s replacement no?

Yes, but not really. Because from Ramsey to Buendia is a huge drop off. I don’t rate Buendia particularly highly. He's just too slow and lightweight, and his ability to retain possession is dire. Plus he is recovering from a ACL and such injuries usually require a season just to get back one's full fitness, sharpness, and touch 

Also Zaniolo most time looked inadequate on the left, and most of us felt if we could get JJ back the team would be much better for it.

Bringing  in a left winger / midfielder just makes sense. I also want to see proper viable alternatives for every position. Anywhere there is a clear difference in quality between first choice and their alternate need to be on the agenda to be upgraded. 

There are 2 players / positions where this isn't realistic, one is goalkeeper (Martinez). We have the best in the world there and even if we can find a player of similar quality, they won't come to be number 2.

The other is striker (Watkins). His returns last season were world class, Another season like that and he is certainly world class. This means any striker coming in (bar the like of Kane and Haaland) will be a back up. Now this wouldn't be such a difficult thing to find a striker nearly as good to bring in except for the fact the Ollie almost never gets injured. So even if we brought one in he would demand to leave come the end of the season and would probably be worth a lot less than we paid.

The common theme here is they're positions where only one of such player is required on the pitch. At least with a DM or a Winger there are 2 positions so increased chance to get on the pitch. Tottenham covered for Kane with Son. As Son was playing as a second striker from the left with Kane (moving into the forward space as Kane dropped off). We probably can do something similar with Diaby.

I must also say I rate Duran very highly. There is a top player there with the right attitude and coaching. Pace, power, clean striker of the ball, workrate, determination, aggression. Once he has the movement and link up play down he'll be Drogba 2.0.

 

 

Edited May 28 by Philosopher

[TRO]

12 hours ago, The_Steve said:

Digne’s been one of the most consistent players under Unai. I don’t see him being sold unless he wants to leave. 

parts of his game, has been very good......but we are looking for more complete players now.

We need a player with attributes, better equipped to defend, and limit crosses in to our box....and still able to threaten going forward.

going forward, he is much better, than back pedalling......where we are going you have to do both, competently.

 

[TRO]

2 hours ago, Demitri_C said:

Big no for me. He has generally been shit most of the season only played well in a handful of games

consistency is the crucial bit......I like him, from what I have seen.....but I admit, I haven't seen him often enough.

But that type, appeals to me.

Edited May 28 by TRO

[villanmac]

Amrabat is shit. Games like in the world cup and the FA Cup final make him look better because its 90% out of possession work. He's a donkey who shines at doing donkey work.

Anyway, Emery will always sign players to increase the technical level of the squad. He can get almost any player to crack the positioning bit.

 

[RicRic]

8 hours ago, _AA_786 said:

Amrabat anyone?

He's begun adjusting to the pace of the game now he's getting more game time. Much rather have him over Bissouma (don't rate him at all)

No chance, he was overrated from the WC, certainly not better than Bissouma and nowhere near 

[VillaChris]

12 hours ago, RicRic said:

Ramsey has played matches this season and im aware he has had injuries however  we seen a significant dip in performances when he has featured, what im suggesting is we may need another fit and firing class above LW to bring in that will hit the ground running, nobody and certainly not me is doubting his ability. 

That's Rogers surely?!

It was a mirage he was cutting in from the left and scoring goals in the run in I see.

If Rogers scores 10 in league and cup next season I think we probably sell Ramsey in summer 2025 but would still be nice to have both as options for a full season.

 

[_AA_786]

56 minutes ago, villanmac said:

Amrabat is shit. Games like in the world cup and the FA Cup final make him look better because its 90% out of possession work. He's a donkey who shines at doing donkey work.

Anyway, Emery will always sign players to increase the technical level of the squad. He can get almost any player to crack the positioning bit.

 

Bit harsh, he's not Djemba Djemba but fair enough.  Might be worth looking at how he played for Fiorentina, not just a season at United where pretty much everyone was sh!te.

For me I rate him from his Serie A form and we're going to have to be smart with our funds so picking up someone possibly on loan (if we don't get a Ugarte profile player) who is physical, has an engine and can actually pass... we could do a lot worse.  

[KAZZAM]

I'd take Joao Gomes from Wolves as Kamara replacement/rotation. 

Think he might be a future star. 

[Powehi]

3 hours ago, useless said:

We have Bailey, Diaby, Rogers, Ramsey, and Buendia, that's five players for three positions, we will want at least one more so we have two specialist attackers for each of those three positions, Zaniolo wasn't brought in just because Buendia got injured, we needed an extra an extra attacker

Also there were question marks over Buendia before last season when we were looking to establish ourselves as a great eight club, and there will be even more so now expectations are even higher, as he will have to raise his game to an higher standard, Bailey was in the same position before this season just gone, plus the fact he's coming back from quite a year out, I'm sure he will do fine, but we still need another option

Every reliable reporter reporting that we want at least one attacker, and it just makes logical sense, so I think it's likely to happen, might not be some big name superstar, could just be another with a similar profile to Rogers as a squad option - I say just, if we could find another that has similar impact to Rogers that would be brilliant

Am I the only one that thinks/would like to see McGinn back in that attacking front 3 behind Ollie? He was doing great there before Kamara's injury forced him further back.

[DaoDeMings]

5 minutes ago, Powehi said:

Am I the only one that thinks/would like to see McGinn back in that attacking front 3 behind Ollie? He was doing great there before Kamara's injury forced him further back.

Absolutely should be considering McGinn for those three attacking positions. He was playing there before injuries and rotation became a factor. Definitely much more effective further forward

[Knutserov13]

My thoughts.

CM. Barkley smart signing, probably not so expensive in fee and wages.

DCM. Someone like Aleix Garcia (Girona) really good dm, good on the ball aswell. Havent got a clue on the fee?

Winger: Crysencio Summerville (Leeds), speedy rightfooted LM. Dont know the fee? Maybe around 25 mil?

Other then that I guess it depends on whos leaving? If Carlos goes - Another CB. If Duran leaves - Another striker. If Digne leaves - Another LB and so on.

[sne]

Starting RB has to be a huge priority.

[Philosopher]

57 minutes ago, VillaChris said:

That's Rogers surely?!

It was a mirage he was cutting in from the left and scoring goals in the run in I see.

If Rogers scores 10 in league and cup next season I think we probably sell Ramsey in summer 2025 but would still be nice to have both as options for a full season.

 

The thing with Rogers is he was far more dangerous picking up the ball centrally. He never really looked half as comfortable picking up the ball on the left hand side. Also defensively while he is big and put in the work, defensively he was very poor. Rogers has no 10 written all over him. I actually think our best home line up next season is (with everyone fit); 

 

                          Martinez

 

Konsa         Mings       Torres      Moreno

 

                   Kamara      Luiz  

 

Bailey                Rogers               Ramsey

 

                          Watkins

 

With Ramsey, Rogers, and Bailey, they're all going to have their fitness issues, so McGinn for example while not in that line up will always get loads of games as he is first in if any of the 5 players between the defenders and strikers are out. Tielmens is next in (for the 3 central positions) Plus we have a minimum of 48 games next season, and Kamara has his issues with fitness too. Plus I'd like us to be able to bench Luiz if he is playing as poorly as he has been the last 10 to 15 games or so, which is where Barkley comes in.

Then we have Duran for Watkins, Diaby for Bailey,  and Buendia (who won't be good enough in all likelihood injury and quality issues explained in my previous post) for Ramsey. If we assume McGinn plays no10 in aways games and against the tough opposition, then Buendia is the clear weak leak.

If you look at Mings, Konsa and Moreno. There are deficiencies there. Konsa isn't really a right back. Moreno is great going forward, so to is Digne but they're both vulnerable defensively.

Mings is coming back from an ACL and realistically won't be up to speed till the new year at the soonest. Plus a cb partnership of Konsa and Torres lacks aggression and aerial prowess. So a partner for Torres that is powerful in the air and aggressive in the challenge is ideal (Araujo is actually perfect for this even though unrealistic). I'd like to see Cash, Konsa and Mings as our back up defense. With Konsa getting rotated in at right back too. And Mings rotated in at either CB position.  However being very patient and careful with Mings. 

 

[Vive_La_Villa]

It’s hard to judge any Man U player this season. Clearly a lot of talent but ridiculously inconsistent with a lot of it being down to injuries but also a manger out of his depth. Still had enough to win a trophy though. 

I reckon Emery could make most of that squad do well.