Summer 2024 Transfer Window Discussion - Rumours and Links welcome

[randomclaret2]

Probably just finishing off the Mr Humphries of 'Are You Being Served' announcement video.

If only we were signing him on a Free

[jrgbfc]

Not yet. If we can get him on the pitch, he would be a huge asset in the Championship. Belgian player of the year, let's not forget, something neither Benson or Zaroury achieved.

Gut feeling is we won't see Tresor again.

[Guller Bull]

Gut feeling is we won't see Tresor again.

Weirdly i am the other way round. Got a feeling that he will come back and knuckle down and be a massive success. Ever the optimist me!

[NewClaret]

Tella completely different player, we should of absolutely spent 15m on tella last summer

It was €23m he went for. £20m. I liked him, not so sure he’d have scored a lot more goals though.

[Colburn_Claret]

In a way after seeing Brownhill play in our opening two games, maybe Brownhill is Berge's replacement and Hannibal is Brownhill's replacement.

Brownhill scores 1 in 9, Hannibal 1 in 26.
I wouldn't play him as a forward cm. A defensive one who can tackle, and carry the ball forward given the opportunity maybe.

[NewClaret]

I’m assuming Mejbri is the Berge replacement.

Certainly an interesting one, struggling to see what he offers us that maybe massengo doesn’t. But il leave judgement until we see him in a clarets top.

Gut is telling me this will be a good signing. Interestingly a man United mate of mine is saying he’s surprised there letting him go, he thought he would potentially move up the pecking order if Mctominay were to leave.

I have a few Man U fans in my extended family (ST holders) and they’re all shocked too.

I have posted what I like about him - he’s quick to the ball which is one of the first things I look for in a midfielder, not afraid to tackle and get stuck right in (second thing), can pick a long or short pass and turns quickly.

I’ve seen him play in the holding role but think his maybe his preferred position is more attacking but maybe that’s just because United are usually attacking.

Agree though that Massengo also looks decent to me and I’m hoping the 4 can all be kept happy.

At 21 he’s only going to get better. I think it’s a great signing. Hoping we’ve enquired about Diallo too if Benson is off but looks like he might be in ETH’s plans (they always give them some games early season to give players hope they’re in their plans) and imagine too expensive for us anyway.

[Shaggy]

Hannibal is a good player and just the type we need. Someone that presses hard and constantly rats around for the ball. The way we are setting up under Parker to hit teams with a fast counter he will be ideal.

[Guller Bull]

Vitinhno no?

http://sportwitness.co.uk/offer-sent-to ... difficult/

[123EasyasBFC]

I have a few Man U fans in my extended family (ST holders) and they’re all shocked too.

I have posted what I like about him - he’s quick to the ball which is one of the first things I look for in a midfielder, not afraid to tackle and get stuck right in (second thing), can pick a long or short pass and turns quickly.

I’ve seen him play in the holding role but think his maybe his preferred position is more attacking but maybe that’s just because United are usually attacking.

Agree though that Massengo also looks decent to me and I’m hoping the 4 can all be kept happy.

At 21 he’s only going to get better. I think it’s a great signing. Hoping we’ve enquired about Diallo too if Benson is off but looks like he might be in ETH’s plans (they always give them some games early season to give players hope they’re in their plans) and imagine too expensive for us anyway.

You threw everyone off las night when you said he was a younger version of Berge, because Hannibal is absolutely nothing like Berge

[Guller Bull]

Berge on the verge?

https://eplindex.com/118278/berge-nears ... -move.html

[Stonehouse]

Vitinhno no?

http://sportwitness.co.uk/offer-sent-to ... difficult/

Vitinho is definitely underrated by a lot of the fans I’d love to see him stay ,after a season in the Prem I think he’d do a cracking job this season.

[elwaclaret]

Vitinhno no?

http://sportwitness.co.uk/offer-sent-to ... difficult/

I was never convinced Burnley were encouraging interest, this seems to confirm it. I suspect it will come down to how much they can/are willing to pay and if Vitinho fancies returning to Brazil… neither of which can be taken for granted.

[Darnhill Claret]

If our head coach can give Massengo 'positive encouragement' about his Burnley playing career for the season ahead, I'm pretty sure he won't be looking for a move. He has settled well at the club.

[NewClaret]

You threw everyone off las night when you said he was a younger version of Berge, because Hannibal is absolutely nothing like Berge

Not sure I did - RV immediately said Hannibal.

I think he is. Although he’s not as tall as I thought he was when you look at his height online, maybe that’s his hair tricking me. Must add a foot! When I have seen him though he’s played a holding role at least a few times in a similar role to Berge.

Similarities to Berge I would say:

He can carry the ball
He can get out of tight spaces
Picks off short and long passes in to space

Agree there’s differences which I acknowledged in my post:
- I’d say he’s more energetic
- Looks to turn more
- More likely to fly in to a tackle, not always a good thing

Not sure from what I’ve seen from Parker we’ll be looking for a direct replacement anyway, but I think if we were could be easily moulded.

[CaptainKirk]

No time to read all the above, so could someone sum it up:
Have any deals, in or out, actually happened yet, Oderbert left?

[CaptainKirk]

No time to read all the above, so could someone sum it up:
Have any deals, in or out, actually happened yet, Oderbert left?

[TheFamilyCat]

No time to read all the above, so could someone sum it up:
Have any deals, in or out, actually happened yet, Oderbert left?

Nobody has beamed in or out, Jim.

[burnley007]

Just watching some Mejbri highlights, he's more skillful than I realised.
Good ball carrier and can dribble.

Obviously he's an absolute swine for the opposition too with his constant running.

He's quick too.

Sign him up.

[ArmchairDetective]

Brownhill scores 1 in 9, Hannibal 1 in 26.
I wouldn't play him as a forward cm. A defensive one who can tackle, and carry the ball forward given the opportunity maybe.

Berge scores 1 in 12...

Not sure if there's been crossed wires but I was suggesting Brownhill plays slightly forward at times, as he has previously, with Hannibal and Cullen sat behind.

It's an alternative and probably more accurate suggestion than others suggesting Hannibal is Berge's direct replacement, in my opinion.

[Stonehouse]

Just watching some Mejbri highlights, he's more skillful than I realised.
Good ball carrier and can dribble.

Obviously he's an absolute swine for the opposition too with his constant running.

He's quick too.

Sign him up.

If he can commit himself to play for a small town team he’ll be a nightmare for championship teams to play against.

[billyhamilton82]

Just watching some Mejbri highlights, he's more skillful than I realised.
Good ball carrier and can dribble.

Obviously he's an absolute swine for the opposition too with his constant running.

He's quick too.

Sign him up.

Fully agree.

I try to to assess our signings by how I would feel if Sheffield United or another one of our rivals signed them.

If Mejbri had signed for them, I would definitely be gutted.

Therefore on that basis he is already a good signing

[Jakubs Tash]

We should be lodging a bid for Jack Clarke. If nothing else it will unsettle him before Saturday and upset the locals.

[123EasyasBFC]

Nixon now running the Sarmiento story saying 6-7m and Burnley and sheff united want him

[fatboy47]

Just watching some Mejbri highlights, he's more skillful than I realised.
Good ball carrier and can dribble.

Obviously he's an absolute swine for the opposition too with his constant running.

He's quick too.

Sign him up.

I dont take much notice of highlight vids, but tbh the 2 I did watch were really pretty meh...as usual cutting away a split second before he loses possession.
Both Utd fans I know were a bit meh about him too.

[mybloodisclaret]

Those unsure about Mejbri, this isn't meant to sound arrogant, but if he does this team it will be the best team he has played for at this level, which hopefully will help him improve and develop quicker, also knowing that players around you are at a better level can increase confidence on moving the ball.

Would be a good signing.

[LongsideClaret]

Nixon now running the Sarmiento story saying 6-7m and Burnley and sheff united want him

Loan with £7m obligation were the figures I was told as well.

Sacha now reporting the AAD transfer to Germany.

[123EasyasBFC]

Loan with £7m obligation were the figures I was told as well.

Sacha now reporting the AAD transfer to Germany.

Have you been told how far down the line it is, or have sheff united thrown a spanner in the works?

[mikaelj]

[boatshed bill]

Disappointing.

[agreenwood]

It’s not an exclusive when TurfCast reported it hours before.

Bit like his exclusive JBG story last night after Icelandic media had reported it.

Poor form.

[karatekid]

I'd like Vitinho to stay. I think he has been impressive in the the first two games this season.

[Conroy92]

Wonder if Kompanys gonna take him?

[wilks_bfc]

I could be wrong but I think Sarmiento may qualify as a home grown player as well.

Only 22 but was at Charlton in 2017 and only had one spell away in Portugal

[123EasyasBFC]

He’s magic you know… Jeremy Sarmiento

Need to sign him just for that song

[NewClaret]

Wonder if Kompanys gonna take him?

Think we’ll have ex Burnley links across the top three of the Bundesliga next year.

[RVclaret]

I could be wrong but I think Sarmiento may qualify as a home grown player as well.

Only 22 but was at Charlton in 2017 and only had one spell away in Portugal

Spent all his youth at Charlton so should do yeah.

[Dark Cloud]

I'd like Vitinho to stay. I think he has been impressive in the the first two games this season.

I agree and I believe it's because Parker seems to have moved away from Kompany's Idea that Vitihno can play full back. I've been saying for 2 years he's a very good player in the opposition half, but can be something of a liability in ours. Yes, as a winger he still has some defensive duties, but when his main purpose is offensive he looks a miles better player (imo).

[jrgbfc]

Think Al Dakhil has massive potential, bit gutted to see him going. Wasn't helped by Kompany last season, the lad is probably still having nightmares about that Spurs home game.

[PremierLeagueClass]

Are we happy with Sarmiento then? Don’t know much about him.

[GetIntoEm]

He’s magic you know… Jeremy Sarmiento

Need to sign him just for that song

Would fit well with the piano tune The Entertainer (not billy Joel)

[boatshed bill]

I agree and I believe it's because Parker seems to have moved away from Kompany's Idea that Vitihno can play full back. I've been saying for 2 years he's a very good player in the opposition half, but can be something of a liability in ours. Yes, as a winger he still has some defensive duties, but when his main purpose is offensive he looks a miles better player (imo).

I'm beginning to think they are all playing as if they are in the shop window (except new signings).

[Sgt. Pepper]

Will be sad to see Al-Dakhil go. He suffered more than most (apart from Trafford) under Kompany's management last year.
Looked good in the Championship season and, with four full Belgian caps at twenty-two, has loads of time for development.
Being played hopelessly out of position in a defensive "unit" that was at sixes and sevens could have seriously damaged his confidence.

[matttheclaret]

Think we’ll have ex Burnley links across the top three of the Bundesliga next year.

Stuttgart? Good move for him that and if the £10 million with add ons is right, think that's a good deal for us too

[Longsider]

Fully agree.

I try to to assess our signings by how I would feel if Sheffield United or another one of our rivals signed them.

If Mejbri had signed for them, I would definitely be gutted.

Therefore on that basis he is already a good signing

I thought I was the only person who looked at it like this. Totally agree with you.

[LongsideClaret]

Have you been told how far down the line it is, or have sheff united thrown a spanner in the works?

Didn’t know about Sheffield United but I know Leeds are in now too.

[JimmyRobbo]

10m for Al Dak?

Cheap as chips.

I'd rather he go than DOS, though. I don't think Al Dak is strong enough for the EPL.

[Jakubs Tash]

I agree and I believe it's because Parker seems to have moved away from Kompany's Idea that Vitihno can play full back. I've been saying for 2 years he's a very good player in the opposition half, but can be something of a liability in ours. Yes, as a winger he still has some defensive duties, but when his main purpose is offensive he looks a miles better player (imo).

How many assists has he had in two years?

He’s not a winger. He’s an extra defender playing one further forward and we get away with it at this lower level.

[123EasyasBFC]

Didn’t know about Sheffield United but I know Leeds are in now too.

Ahh well I think the size of our squad will probably put the player off, more chance of game time at sheff and Leeds with their lack of wingers

[Newcastleclaret93]

10m for Al Dak?

Cheap as chips.

I'd rather he go than DOS, though. I don't think Al Dak is strong enough for the EPL.

Bit of a wierd one.

Looked quite promising in the championship. But he’s relatively
Similar to Twine in that he’s approaching an age where he needs to be playing regular football and he’s just not going to get it at Burnley. I mean let’s face it 10m quid for potentially our fifth choice CB is remarkable money.

[warksclaret]

If someone has paid £10m for Al Dakhill, then O'Shea has to be worth more than £20m