05-11-2017, 10:06 AM
I think we can play a hard bargain with Belotti if he can push for a move. Torino can demand what they want, but if the player is left dissatisfied and is forced to stay, his value could depreciate heavily next season if he doesn't perform as well. I think Torino are putting on a brave face, but they will negotiate, especially as it seems most suitors seemingly aren't prepared to pay 100m, and the one that seemed most likely (Chelsea), seem ready to get Morata.
On Belotti, the risk is there, but I've watched him for a few years now (previously with Italy youth teams) and he's always impressed. I've had some hesitation in the past, but I think his mentality is his biggest strength, it's what makes me believe he will be a success.
In addition to him, there's links that we're talking to Torino about Zappacosta, Barreca, Baselli and obviously Belotti. I'm fine with getting Zappacosta for the squad, I just wonder whether it's necessary given we will almost certainly still have Abate and Calabria (unless he's loaned out). On the left, Barreca is perhaps of interest, as I suspect we'll be seeing huge changes there in the squad. Baselli I don't really fully understand, I don't know what is seen to think he's going to be what we need, even as a squad player.
We're also linked to Kessie, Papu Gomez, Conti and Petagna. I've said my thoughts on most, the only one I've not mentioned is Conti, who I rate but not totally sure how he'll fit.
Kjaer's another being linked, who could be a useful addition for the squad to add depth. I presume one of Zapata or Paletta would be leaving if he came (assuming we're getting Musacchio or someone for the first team), although there are rumours teams in Spain are looking at Gomez too.
On Belotti, the risk is there, but I've watched him for a few years now (previously with Italy youth teams) and he's always impressed. I've had some hesitation in the past, but I think his mentality is his biggest strength, it's what makes me believe he will be a success.
In addition to him, there's links that we're talking to Torino about Zappacosta, Barreca, Baselli and obviously Belotti. I'm fine with getting Zappacosta for the squad, I just wonder whether it's necessary given we will almost certainly still have Abate and Calabria (unless he's loaned out). On the left, Barreca is perhaps of interest, as I suspect we'll be seeing huge changes there in the squad. Baselli I don't really fully understand, I don't know what is seen to think he's going to be what we need, even as a squad player.
We're also linked to Kessie, Papu Gomez, Conti and Petagna. I've said my thoughts on most, the only one I've not mentioned is Conti, who I rate but not totally sure how he'll fit.
Kjaer's another being linked, who could be a useful addition for the squad to add depth. I presume one of Zapata or Paletta would be leaving if he came (assuming we're getting Musacchio or someone for the first team), although there are rumours teams in Spain are looking at Gomez too.