This makes zero sense. Ship Baker out on loan, sign a veteran defender, and then get another team's young centerback? We have Okore, Clark, Senderos, Richards, Lescott, and even Crespo now. Why would we need 7 center backs? Oh and I forgot Sanchez can play there too.
Apparently the deal includes an option to buy. He was very highly rated when the plop paid £7million for him as a 19 year old. He’s never kicked a ball for them. Supposedly quick and good on the ball. Maybe Tim is going 3-5-1-1