Mr_Dogg Posted July 18, 2015 Share Posted July 18, 2015 Patrick Roberts spotted going for medical at Man City dressed in a grey top, dark jeans and white trainers. Must be mandatory. Or it could be Raheem Sterling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MessiWillSignForVilla Posted July 18, 2015 Share Posted July 18, 2015 Patrick Roberts spotted going for medical at Man City dressed in a grey top, dark jeans and white trainers. Must be mandatory. Or it could be Raheem Sterling. Why would he go there!? At least with Delph you could argue that Fernando and Fernandinho have been iffy for City and with Lampard leaving it isn't inconceivable an England international would fancy his chances of first team football. But with this guy, does he seriously think that at 18 he stands a chance of competing for places with Nasri, Silva, Sterling and Navas? Or is just happy to be farmed out on loan for the next 3/4 years? At that age one of the worst moves you can make is going to a top 4 side, imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacketspuds Posted July 18, 2015 Share Posted July 18, 2015 Patrick Roberts spotted going for medical at Man City dressed in a grey top, dark jeans and white trainers. Must be mandatory. Or it could be Raheem Sterling. Why would he go there!? At least with Delph you could argue that Fernando and Fernandinho have been iffy for City and with Lampard leaving it isn't inconceivable an England international would fancy his chances of first team football. But with this guy, does he seriously think that at 18 he stands a chance of competing for places with Nasri, Silva, Sterling and Navas? Or is just happy to be farmed out on loan for the next 3/4 years? At that age one of the worst moves you can make is going to a top 4 side, imo. Yeah but he will probably get 40k/week to go there. What 18 year old would turn that down? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qwpzxjor1 Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 (edited) And training alongside those players will make him so much better. He might leave in 4 years time but his 'step down' will be a huge step up from where he currently is. Learn from the best coaches and players for 4-5 years, grow your reputation, maybe hit the radar with the odd sub appearance or league cup game, then move on, and pocket 40k a week for doing so. Edited July 19, 2015 by Qwpzxjor1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaChris Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 You still need to play though otherwise physically and mentally you lose a bit of drive. 100 training session can't compenstate for games of football. Surprised he didn't play more for Fulham last season Don't Fulham also have another wonderkid down there, George Williams? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Pangloss Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Ridiculous fee, the hyperinflation of young British players has been absolutely horrendus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villan81 Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Ridiculous fee, the hyperinflation of young British players has been absolutely horrendus. Hasn't even paid a full 90 Minutes yet has he? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboyangel Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Ridiculous fee, the hyperinflation of young British players has been absolutely horrendus. Hasn't even paid a full 90 Minutes yet has he? You watch Woy go and pick him for England now! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosenthal Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Paying for potential, Roberts and Marcus Edwards are considered the two most talented players in England's youth set up. They are of another level with their technical ability. Fulham didn't dare put faith in him in Championship, haven't got the body of a man yet, but I understand why they wouldn't let him go for anything less 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted July 19, 2015 Moderator Share Posted July 19, 2015 Is John Stones really that good? No but he could be, he has huge potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omariqy Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Who the f is this Roberts guy? And why have they paid so much money for him? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantis Posted July 19, 2015 Share Posted July 19, 2015 Who the f is this Roberts guy? And why have they paid so much money for him? Why do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artetasgirl Posted July 20, 2015 Visiting Supporter Share Posted July 20, 2015 Is John Stones really that good? The game end of last season when we won 3-2, he just looked another Phil Jones to me, loads of hype but when you break down his game he's really nothing special so bit bemused all the top 4 are after him. I like Barkley though, poor season no question but plenty for top clubs to work with there. He is very, very good. He has everything. He is still young so prone to mistakes and usually costly given his position but he is absolutely brilliant. Plus everything I've seen and heard, he is a really great guy off the pitch too. Barkley is in for a big season. Massively disappointing last season. This season will basically be the indicator of where his career is going... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThunderPower_14 Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Ridiculous fee, the hyperinflation of young British players has been absolutely horrendus. We really, really need to pump some money into our academy setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted July 20, 2015 Moderator Share Posted July 20, 2015 Who the f is this Roberts guy? And why have they paid so much money for him? One of the best young English players in the country, pretty special by most accounts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gharperr Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 (edited) I dont think its that bad tbh. Im sure they know hes going to develop into at least a really good player. Basically signed him for life, and if he doesnt work (or become elite) im sure they will be able to make their money back in the future. edit: for some reason i thought he was a CB Edited July 20, 2015 by gharperr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eames Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 The "English Premium" is the FAs fault with this ridiculous home grown rule. All it achieves is the stupid over inflation of transfer fees and the marginalisation of English talent on the subs benches of "big" clubs. The FA took the easy way out to protecting "the next generation" instead of actually dumping money into coaches and facilities where the English youth could benefit from some proper development. Young players don't develop technical skills watching better older players do it in matches. The learn it from playing and regular high quality grass roots coaching. **** the FA. **** this stupid transfer market and **** SKY for providing the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Czechlad Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 According to @SPORT1, Manchester United have made an offer of €100m for Bayern Munich's Thomas Müller. Insane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 well worth it but dont see any truth in it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 £70m, agree he's probably worth it and I'd love to see him play in the prem, they've got the money and they're looking to sell di Maria Think it would be better spent on a forward and a centre back for £35m each Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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