06-27-2019, 01:39 AM
(06-27-2019, 01:35 AM)nefremo Wrote: The valuation seems ok for a starting point. If they think he's worth 50, then i'm sure that can be brought up a little, whoch would be in line with the market. I think, after last season, he should be about 70. But with everything going on, I'd take 60 and I think PSG will probably pay 60 (with some bonuses included).
I just don't see why we would have a need for Areola. We already have a very good GK ready to take over as well as a young one with super potential. So why would we let PSG pay 20/30 + Areola. We simply don't need him and they seem to be the ones wanting/needing Gigio.
There is one thing that would make everything make sense, IF we were to accept Areola in the deal. It's what we've basically known. We are not after cash. Elliot has cash. We just need to make capital gains. Basically what I'm saying is the 2 deals will be treated separately. Gigio away for 50mil gives us 50mil gain. Then we buy Areola from them and spread the expense over 5 years for example.
Not saying I want us to do this, but it would make sense. It would mean Elliot doesn't care about the cash. Just get the gain in so that we can get away from FFP.
I get that, and you're likely right. I'm just thinking along the lines of why spend the $$ if it's not needed. Even if it is spread over 5 years.