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9 minutes ago, KevinRichardsonsMoustache said:

I love how his favourite moment was after a defeat. He looks at things differently. In a world of off-the-peg coaches on the one hand and arrogant pr**ks on the other, his humility is so refreshing. 

Didn’t do too badly after that, did we?

5 minutes ago, rubberman said:

Yikes - Ross Barkley return rumours.

 

This guy?

Poor guy … another loan would be great if possible and agreeable…

13 minutes ago, Awol said:

Oh no sir, that’s not the case. Loan expires on 30th June and he’s back to Madrid, where the fans will boil him in oil. He’s got to be sold, and they won’t get the price they want for him (unless they want a lot less than they paid). 

1 minute ago, JAMAICAN-VILLAN said:

Surely they couldn't have the kits and badge using different shades?

Surely?!

8 minutes ago, DaoDeMings said:

Surely we know the colour scheme already from the mural and the advertising this week?

The pale gold they’ve used in the AV150… could that be a possibility at all? I should stop

at least they’ve trademarked the detailed lion so there is a sliver of hope there…

5 minutes ago, DaoDeMings said:

Surely we know the colour scheme already from the mural and the advertising this week?

A man can dream…

2 minutes ago, JAMAICAN-VILLAN said:

Has anyone mentioned us surely needing to sell a key player and it definitely being Jacob Ramsey for 50 mill yet?

36 minutes ago, Awol said:

*sneaks into transfer thread*

Joao Felix? 

*runs away*

no chance mate, got his dream move and regularly playing. On massive wages. Happy now

Just now, ferguson1 said:

Just hope the new badge doesn’t spoil the new kit? 
 

Or the bright yellow

Gold please.

Glad that’s not real.

Make the right choice Villa…

We already know the shield and background we’re getting, no getting away from that…

The only hope is a decent lion…

1 minute ago, CarryOnVilla said:

That’s actually nice. 
 

we never get something that nice, will we? 

Hopefully we’ll use a classy standalone lion on some shirts and gear…

Just now, duke313 said:

I don't think we will, the likes of Ferran, Joao Felix and Pedro Gongalves was pre -Monchi wasn't it?  I'd imagine him and his scouts will have their own shortlist of players.

Not sure mate… regardless, it’s all very exciting isn’t it? Shopping at a new level now and a genuine chance at attracting some top players… wonderful.

We have so much appeal… and who wouldn’t want to work with Unai?

1 minute ago, duke313 said:

This season he's only started 12 league games, and 3 CL games, he's a backup.

Oh right… I just had a quick look and saw 28 appearances - same as Felix. 

Maybe that’s a maybe then

I do wonder if we go back in for the players we pursued or enquired about last summer…

Just now, _AA_786 said:

Only Barca players I would go for (that we could realistically get) would be Kounde or Fermin Lopez. Otherwise I'd steer clear too

Don’t think we could even get or attract those but yes I agree, look elsewhere and find better value.

Not gonna be easy to take starters from top teams and even if we do, will be expensive. Unless their contracts are running down or they are unsettled.

Just now, tonyh29 said:

Gabri Veiga seems to be motioned a few times  , no idea what the Saudis would want for him and what his wages could be though 

Depends on wage demands and interest… not a good look for a player that young to go there too but… there has been plenty said/written about players being unhappy and regretting moving over there and just how poor the standard is. Does sound like the sort of move Monchi could make and negotiate, would be exciting…

Just now, _AA_786 said:

They want to offload some of the higher earners who don't start like Marcos Alonso, Ferran Torres (who was mentioned above), Sergi Roberto etc. but they also need to generate funds so can see a Raphinha or Kounde get sold.

With how Monchi operates, I think he might be more inclined to go for a Fermin Lopez type (early 20s, talented, not playing regularly)

Just had a search online, Ferran has played plenty so doubt he’d be available. Think it’s best not to deal with em or help em out, might charge rip off prices.

Alonso is old and crap, Raphina isn’t all that and too expensive and wouldn't want to leave. Much better alternatives.

Kounde has been linked but plays regularly… a no go I would think.

There are better places to shop and plenty of talent out there… unless we can pick up or steal a few young starlets off them for low cost.

So do we Ian… so do we…

32 minutes ago, CVByrne said:

Barca need to sell players before June so wondering if we'll try pick anyone up from them. Ferran Torres maybe?

14 minutes ago, villaglint said:

Could make a lot of sense. If Duran is to go then Torres could be a back up to Ollie, play as a second striker or on either wing. Multi purpose players going to crucial in a long campaign. He's on massive wages though I seem to remember so would need to be a very low fee or a loan. 

11 minutes ago, duke313 said:

We were linked with him before and seemed like Barca were looking rid of him, but he dug his heels in and stayed.  Maybe us in the CL now might change his mind, but it's looking like Barca will be getting a new manager, so he might want to hang about.

4 minutes ago, Awol said:

I don’t think we can afford him and Baena (unless Duran leaves) unfortunately, but he’s done well again this season with limited playing time. Would really like him here as LW and cover for Ollie if needed. 

Any idea which Barca players have not played much, been on the bench or out of squads more than they would have anticipated? 

Doubt we would be able to attract starters but there may be some we can reignite… as long as they’re good

Going for high quality players on expiring contracts is a great strategy and should save us some money, on transfer fees at least.

Wonder if there are any frees a la Kamara and Tielemans (Hermoso sounds likely) we could add too..

Makes a lot of sense since we need to boost our squad, more options and more quality.

Also, players who are not getting the desired game time elsewhere or want to get their careers back on track… Unai is the man for you!