PeterSw

Gerrard wants two quality players for each position. If we get Bentancur then he has his wish - McGinn - Luiz Bentancur - Nakamba Ramsey - Sanson We also have Chukwuemeka but i'm not sure if he's belongs in the centre midfield category or the attacking midfield category.

On a side note, its been great to hear all about the hundreds of different elements that go into these kind of ideas/developments. Not just as simple as 'We want to build a new stand" "OK, go ahead".

Agreed. Was thinking more long-term in that they could incorporate something with the new development plans. Like the sound of the box park idea too. This could have a similar impact

Think this is where Spurs have done well with their stadium. There seems to be quite a bit for home fans to after the game - stay for a drink in the bar and watch other games etc. Fans don't seem to be in a mad rush to get the first tube/train/bus home which helps break up congestion etc.

I think Gomez comes with a 'home-grown' price premium ... but not £50m!

Perhaps now that another Frenchman in Sanson here, it might help him settle a bit more?

Anyone heading to the Charlton game tonight?

No mention of Nakamba's injury so he must be fit. I think he will go 4-3-3 at home. Martinez Cash / Konsa / Mings / Targett Ramsey / Nakamba / McGinn Buendia / Ings / Watkins Not convinced Nakamba can play the role that Gerrard wants in that position but don't think he's got any other option. Would love him to stick one of the under 23's in that CM position and for them to have a worldie. Got a good feeling about this game, think it'll be tight but we will win 1-0 or 2-0.

Sanson and Luiz unavailable for Brighton game Aston Villa pair ruled out of Brighton as Steven Gerrard explains Tyrone Mings captain decision - Birmingham Live (birminghammail.co.uk)

I agree but also think the he will release a few 'bigger' names (including Martinez ) and play a 'lesser' side in the last game against Bolivia which could very will include Buendia.

I like it. Can't wait to purchase it in the end of season sales

If you believe in random rumours, Leon is injured according to someone in the Bailey thread. So ....

Can we just stop trying to sign players with double-barrelled surnames please

Do you have a stat for the amount of goals scored/assisted from direct free kicks for us from last season? If JWP can give us an extra 8-10 goals a season from free-kicks, they could prove crucial to our league position. In terms of the £40-50m price tag, if we can afford it and not mess up FFP, go for it. Transfer fees are only going up.

Hopefully we see a reaction at the weekend v Newcastle. I do wonder if there was a lack of defensive preparation that would have been done by JT? Hopefully they can get his replacement in quickly. Think we need to start with the formation (and line-up) we finished with. Looked a different animal. Maybe bring Luiz in for Nakamba if he is available. Good to see the management team recognise the issues and make changes early. Also good to now have the depth to be able to do this! Bench options look very good and have Watkins to come back. Excited to see if Ramsey can perform like that on a consistent basis this season, could be an breakout season. As for the doomsday merchants on here - give your heads a wobble and please get behind the team at Villa Park and don't boo them every chance you get.

For me i'd go: Captain - Mings Vice captains - McGinn and Martinez

Traore himself only has one pre-season game under his belt. I'd be surprised if he started. Think JPB might get the nod personally.

Based on the teams that finished above us last season; Leeds haven't really added anyone, Everton could struggle, Spurs could struggle if they lose Kane, Arsenal are a wildcard atm but i think we can get above them. West Ham will have Europa League to contend with so could struggle. Big chance for us to push on and get top 6

Don't get what the issue is here. Just sounds like people getting on his back for the sake of it. Hopefully the people commenting will also be having a go at Cash, Konza, McGinn etc. for their social media posts.

Hopefully this ends up as much a success as Grealish's loan move to Notts County

Only Kane, Salah, and Vardy have scored more goals than Ings in the last two seasons. £25-30m for Ings seems like a big of a bargain

Perhaps the £30m includes add-ons?

Matheus Pereira on his way to Al Hilal according to Fabrizio Romano

If Chelski are after Lukaku then they will surely need to free up money for the move. Can see them dropping the £40m asking price down to £30m to get a quick sale

Maybe Grealish has said he won't move until Kane moves, City have bid, Spurs rejected and Kane is not happy. Either that or its more Sky Sports clickbait rubbish! (far more likely)