JPAngel Posted September 8, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted September 8, 2020 I think it's very difficult to judge strikers in the modern game. There are very few "old school" strikers who are the absolute focal point of the team these days e.g. Kane, Vardy. I think a good example of a modern striker is someone like Firmino who brings an awful lot to the team despite any obvious stats to the table in terms of goals and assists. I'd imagine that anyone playing fantasy fotball this year will feel the same based on the striking options in the Premier League! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntrimBlack Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 43 minutes ago, The Rosk said: Well said. It shows we mean business and this sort of thing is surely going to be good for Jack/McGinn/Luiz to see too Really? We are talking about Ollie Watkins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
useless Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 Who says Abraham isn't worth £50m, I bet if Chelsea were to sell him they'd want at least that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhan_Zhuang Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 10 goals is good, 12-15 is a success. I'd imagine he'd weigh in with a few assists too... From all accounts he works hard and helps defend from the front too which is also a big plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyp102 Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 Jesus, £33m. £33m!! Football really is broken isn’t it! I’ve not seen him much, but with this price tag he’s going to be under an immense amount of pressure from the get go. I wish him well, and hope he proves my skepticism wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sidcow Posted September 8, 2020 VT Supporter Popular Post Share Posted September 8, 2020 Has this been confirmed by Villareport yet? 2 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
It's Your Round Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 I’m really pleased that this is happening (though it hasn’t actually yet). The fee isn’t important, getting the right player is though. Watkins should do well for us, but there’s no guarantees he’ll score a load of goals. As long as he improves the team and contributes to our push up the league then it’s worth it. Hopefully those that are bemoaning the lack of investment will stfu now. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippo Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 £160m tv money if we avoid the drop. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanVilla Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 1 minute ago, sidcow said: Has this been confirmed by Villareport yet? Yeah apparently we're preparing to be on the brink to pull the trigger! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Steve Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 1 minute ago, mikeyp102 said: Jesus, £33m. £33m!! Football really is broken isn’t it! I’ve not seen him much, but with this price tag he’s going to be under an immense amount of pressure from the get go. I wish him well, and hope he proves my skepticism wrong. Wolves paid £36m for a teenager with a lot of potential. Neither deal ‘breaks football’. Each fee is relative to the club buying and those selling. if Watkins goals keep us in the league for another year and allows us to attract bigger names he can compete with, it works in our favour. We are willing to spend big on the right kind of player. So fingers crossed it works out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntrimBlack Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 40 minutes ago, Brentfordnylons said: Sorry but have to say it,I’ll drive him there for that money by the way no word from Banana You have done well there, my friend. Fair play to a well run club. Must admit I was hoping for better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 36 minutes ago, villan-scott said: Medical in the next 24 hours apparently. Get him in! Signing on Watkins Wednesday 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharkyvilla Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 Decent brinkmanship from Brentford. It's a lot of money but I guess if it's what we have to pay to get it done so be it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HongKongVillan Posted September 8, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted September 8, 2020 throw in a few match balls as well to include Benrahma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboyangel Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 Well, we know this is Smith’s pick and other than the price i have no complaints about it. however, if he bangs in the chances then the price will be a distant memory. as for Watkins, he’s quick, physical and reads the game well - I have high hopes of him being a success! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 5 minutes ago, useless said: Who says Abraham isn't worth £50m, I bet if Chelsea were to sell him they'd want at least that. Watkins is quite Tammy-esque, so let's just say we have brought Tammy's clone for £28m to appease the moaners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 27 minutes ago, rodders0223 said: Mock me all you want, accuse me of an agenda, tell me I don't know what actually goes on in negotiations.....but for £28m (I'm fine with that) this could have and should have been wrapped up a month ago Thing is mate, that extra 6 - 8 mill might be taking away from the budget for another player we want on big money too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
useless Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 Watkins isn't Tammy-esque, he's much more of an all round footballer, I think people are going to be surprised if they think he just scores tap ins and has a good workrate, there's much more to his game than that. If anything I'd compare him more to Joshua King than I would Abraham. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 19 minutes ago, VillaFaninLondon said: I understand the comparisons with Tammy, but IIRC last season there were doubts about signing him (if Chelsea were prepared to let him go) because he'd never proved it in the Prem. But Tammy is younger and had already scored 20+ twice in the Champ by the age of 21. Watkins has done it once and he's 25 in December. Brentford really do know how to pull our pants down over deals. Let's hope Watkins turns out to be a good signing from them for a change and his value actually goes up in 12 months rather than down. Otherwise I suggest we never buy from them ever again. Watkins was a wide player until last season I believe. No real surprise he hasn't scored over 20 goals a season before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fun Factory Posted September 8, 2020 Share Posted September 8, 2020 38 minutes ago, Nicho said: So whos in the sweep steak of when he gets crocked? Stop it right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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