Bomvilla7

Not so long ago that's what United were willing to pay for him so it should be double that once he has a PL season under his belt

Really liking the look of this guy, brings something different and definitely has a spark about him. If he gets some game time tonight hopefully he can grab a goal to boost his confidence. He puts in a real shift up and down the wing and I expect him to start again against Palace at the weekend.

Not reading too much into it but, Alderweireld (30), Vertonghen (32), Kompany (33), Vermaelen (33), and Meunier (27) are likely all vying for first choice. Vermaelen and Kompany are the two likely to drop out in the near future so he has to be considered if he plays regularly and keeps up his early form. He is competing with Boyata and Denayer for a place really so some of it will depend on how well they do. But if he keeps up his own game, then the rest should take care of itself.

Rest Heaton, and Mings. Steer deserves to play and I reckon Hourihane, Lansbury, and Targett are nailed on to start. I would like to keep Guilbert and Engels in so they can continue to learn each others playing styles and honestly, I would like the front three to build on the momentum after Everton and get another game to find their flow and confidence up. Then bring on Kodja, Davis, El Ghazi, up top after 60 mins to give them a rest. Steer; Guilbert, Engels, Konsa, Elmo; Lansbury, Hourihane; Jota, Grealish, Trez Wesley

A wonderful problem to have, too long now have we been trying to figure out who was the biggest waste of money. The answer is McGinn by the way but (getting this back on topic) Engels is looking so promising so early on. He keeps this up and pushes on over the coming weeks, he has a great chance of making the Belgium squad I would think. Also, Terry has to be a positive influence on Mings and Engels I'm expecting both to flourish over the coming weeks.

This happened all last season, Deano even said it in an interview if I recall. They go out for a meal on Thurs, have a bit of a laugh and there has never been any indication that they are drinking at all. Zero. Everyone remember how annoying it was not so long ago when the press made a big deal about Jack outside a nightclub?? Well, that's exactly what we are doing here. There is no fire, so don't blow smoke. UTV

Is Miguel still locked in JulieB's basement?

My gut tells me that Terry is a very important part of the way Deano coaches and manages his players. As strange as it might sound, I think Terry get's a bigger buzz out from being involved with the players as opposed to someone like Lampard or Gerrard who went straight to management. Terry was a phenomenal player and leader (and still is I reckon) and moreso, players want to work with him (quotes from Grealish in the past, Mings more recently) which I think is a huge deal. Deano has created a very positive and encouraging environment that all the players seem to have bought into (from the outside at least) and I think Terry is a large part of that. And in fairness to Terry, he has said in the past that all he wants to do with Deano Smith is learn from him and if that means picking up the cones he will do it. He is definitely playing an important role not only as a coach, but as a positive go between the players and management IMHO.

It will be interesting to see who goes out from now. There has to be a few outgoings so expecting us to make a small amount back. Hopefully a few good loans for O'Hare, JDH, RHM, Bree, Davis that will help them push on. Totally agree with the point about it being Deanos team now, he has made his mark. Hopefully, it will be the sword that hurts others rather than the one he falls on.. For what its worth, i think we will be fine and are currently better then Norwich, Sheff Utd, Newcastle, Brighton, Burnley, and maybe (a big maybe though) Southampton and Palace.

Preston would be a good test for him. They place some good stuff and will have plenty of games. Would hope/expect him to make 20 odd appearances at least. Best of luck to him and hope he pushes on. I kind of feel like this will be make or break for him at our level.

This will be a real good game and a proper test. This is where we will see how far off the pace we are. A draw here would actually be a good result for us, they are a good side with some talented players and a very highly rated coach in Nagelsmann. I think Jota will start and will surely be as close to the first XI for Spurs. Steer Guilbert Engels Mings Targett Hourihane SJM Grealish El Ghazi Jota Wesley

Bit of an aside, does anyone know if there was any sort of sell on clause in the deal with Hibs? Because if not that is incredible! Granted he has become a better player since he joined but still.. I know 50m is an insane amount of money and with the sensible cap on, it would be something we should think long and hard about considering the outlay this window BUT I think he is integral to DS plans and system. In many ways' he is as important to the team as Grealish is, plus he seems totally bought into what we are doing here and for those reasons I wouldn't sell for even 50m. Its a real head vs heart one for me.

Mitch Clark gone to Leicester on a free, I had actually forgotten that we had released him. Thought it was strange considering how much he played on loan last year. Anyways, absolutely Marvelous window so far, nuts to think we are one of the highest spenders in Europe, never mind the PL. I know we did this before with Tactics Tim but unlike Tim, I have great faith in Deano to make this work. Our squad has such an impressive strength in depth with what feels like 2 strong players in each position pushing each other for places and I read somewhere last night that for each player brought in, they all seem to have a 'buddy' or someone who speaks the same language which is a very shwred move to help the settling in process. The three loans signing, Trez and Elmo from Egypt, Targett and Grealish from Eng U21 days, Luiz and Wesley from Brazil, Wesley, Nakamba and Engels from Brugge/Belgium. smooth tranasfer moves by Deano and the NSWE, seriously good vibes at the moment

I thought he would be in for some minutes this year but with all the incomings on the wings now I can't see it. A loan might with a recall option might be best. Similar to Davis, I think he needs some consistent game time. Honestly, look at how Grealish has flourished over the last 2-3 years (I'm not comparing the two by the way, totally different players) he got a consistent run at Nott's county, got a run out with us, realised he needed to bulk up a bit physically and work on his end product (according to some at the time), and somehow despite the recent cartwheel of managers, he managed to get a decent run in the team and now is the heartbeat of the team. Totally agree with the previous point about him being more of an inside forward than a winger. He is a very direct runner and will cause problems.

He has been impressive, if raw whenever he has played. Under Bruce when we had an injury crisis up front he came in under huge pressure and did very very well. Would like to see him get a full season loan into him, if we get another striker in. He has the attributes to make it in my opinion, and time is on his side.

I trust that the club and DS are doing all they can to get Mings to sign and we can't ask for more than that. Don't forget; Mings is on holidays in Barbados or somewhere so he ain't dealing with contracts, agents, clubs, etc. He was wearing his Villa kit for something like 24/36 hours after the final. He seemed to really enjoy his time here - evident by his performances and the rapport he struck with the fans (going over at the end of games, singing from the Hilton hotel, giving shirts away, etc.) We have at least a matching clause with Bournemouth and his time seems to be up at Bournemouth after the injuries, limited playing time, etc. would be best for both parties. No rumours of anyone else interested in him from what I understand. Its only June 18th. Chill - I believe it will happen

I hope not, as I still think he has an influence and yesterday with Jack sharing the trophy lift with him too he obviously means something to the players also. Plenty of great players in the past who have had to 'manage' their body and balance training/playing/recovery in different way. Hoping he will play a part next season.

Any idea what that clause is? I would definitely try to keep him, a big unit and has improved a lot since Jan. Plenty more in him and Terry will bring it out of him.

Is that the confirmed release clause? if so, total no brainer

He has had an incredible season and will be fondly remembered by us for a long time, for all the right reasons. So hard to know what will happen with him and Chelsea. If they get a transfer embargo they might want to keep him but I think we should take a punt on him, unless Chelsea want 20+ mill. I kinda get the feeling that he wants to stay and has bonded with the lads really well. He is definitely a confidence player but will lose that momentum when he goes back to Chelsea. FFP and our cheque Book are also a big factor, we definitely need a quality PL striker up top as I don't think Kodja will cut it unfortunately.

Really thought he has been brilliant the last few weeks and I thought he was excellent today. He couldn't do much about the goal but he made big saves when it counted and plucked balls out of the sky when we needed it. He should be buzzing and I expect him to be first or second choice next season. I don't think Deano will send him out on loan again unless. Well played Jed!!

IMO this is something we should be doing all the time, not just because of FFP. Get them out there playing proper football in games that mean more than an u23 match.

I would take Byram off their hands also. both are wasted there not playing

And all of those players are now playing at a far higher level than us currently. Just shows what a monumental cock up that season was. You'd feel unwell if you spent too long thinking about it.

Still catching up but this is something I don't understand. I had thought that the players contracted salary remains the same, and the offer is to the club for how much of it we will cover. Clubs surely don't have to offer a loan salary to the player as well? maybe I'm reading this wrong but i'm pretty sure I've seen this more than once before where a player chooses one club over another to go on loan to because the offer was better.