06-21-2022, 05:14 PM
(06-21-2022, 04:28 PM)nefremo Wrote: Agree. We need a CB. And yes, I know we can talk about utilizing funds where there is more pressing need such as RW. But currently, we have 2 CBs ready to go who are on top of their game (Kalulu and Tomori), 1 CB who is 33 and just started training after ACL surgery (Kjaer), and 1 CB who is young and through injuries has never really played consistently and as result his performances have been all over the place (Gabbia). So what happens when Kaluli/Tomori are injured, out of form or simply in need of rest? Who's going to step in? I am not saying spemding 30M on Botman is the only option. There's gotta be other out there and Paolo actually said as much a couple weeks ago. I just hope that whoever it is fits the playing style and we don't just settle (like Acerbi). But for me, one thing is definite....we do need a CB. And if Botman's been identified to be that, than I don't mind soending the 30M.
It us nice to share the opinion about CB.
I think Botman & Sanches duo is the most important move.
Botman to cemented the CB department.
With Sanches, we will use the preseason to see among: Tonali, Bennacer, Krunic, Diaz, Sanches, Pobega, Adli, and even Nasti who can play CM, who can play CAM.
If there is none (don't count the jack of all trade), we will consider Charles De Ketelaere or a similar player.
Then the RW comes at last since 2 fearsome attackers behind the SC is enough for 4231.