Summer Transfer Window 2017

[BlueLlama]

Decent night out in Durham, nice place during the day too.

Durham is ace, great pubs on the river.

Cuco Martina is tosh.

 

[a bell maul]

SPRAY ME WITH YOUR OPTIJISM @nsno-chris!

Yes, as I said, I think a lot of people would like to receive some of Chris' spray (actually, if you've got a wicked mind, that could sound a little naughty !)

 

[nsnojosh]

Giroud scored a whopper against Sweden while Lukaku chased his first touch vs Estonia.

I know who I'd rather have atm

 

[mixed_up]

Yes, as I said, I think a lot of people would like to receive some of Chris' spray (actually, if you've got a wicked mind, that could sound a little naughty !)

On a side note, everyone slates Jagielka for this, but the way he sprays his balls far and wide is impressive to me. We don't need to replace him this summer, but, yes he's ageing so the way he sprays his balls around will be less accurate now.

 

[a bell maul]

Off topic (though speaking of naughty minds)my grandmother (RIP) had a little bowl with an illustrated poem writ on it. It went:
The devil sends a naughty wind to blow the girl's skirt high.
But God is just, he sends the dust, to blind the bad man's eye

My gran lived in Huddersfield and they will kind of be my second team in the PL this season (I don't fancy them staying up tbh)

 

[a bell maul]

On a side note, everyone slates Jagielka for this, but the way he sprays his balls far and wide is impressive to me. We don't need to replace him this summer, but, yes he's ageing so the way he sprays his balls around will be less accurate now.

Agree that his long passing game is diminishing with age. There has been conversations had herein regarding Ben Gibson or Michael Keane possibly replacing Capt Jags. What are your thoughts on these two, mixed up?

 

[a bell maul]

Just saw Giroud's goal vs Sweden. He'd never come here but I'd have him at Everton in a heartbeat

 

[mixed_up]

Agree that his long passing game is diminishing with age. There has been conversations had herein regarding Ben Gibson or Michael Keane possibly replacing Capt Jags. What are your thoughts on these two, mixed up?

From what I've seen, Gibson is a little slow, whereas Michael Keane is faster in all respects, faster anticipation, faster passing, more aggressive, and could be the 'new' Gary Cahill. I am a little worried Chelsea will be in for him in that regard. If we had Keane, Williams, Mori, Jagielka, plus the likes of Galloway, Browning as backup, I'd be very happy indeed. Hopefully we sign Keane, sure many agree. The fact that about 3-6 months ago there were reports that Keane was sold on Everton appearing in the press pleases me, hopefully that is true. What are your thoughts?

 

[a bell maul]

From what I've seen, Gibson is a little slow, whereas Michael Keane is faster in all respects, faster anticipation, faster passing, more aggressive, and could be the 'new' Gary Cahill. I am a little worried Chelsea will be in for him in that regard. If we had Keane, Williams, Mori, Jagielka, plus the likes of Galloway, Browning as backup, I'd be very happy indeed. Hopefully we sign Keane, sure many agree. The fact that about 3-6 months ago there were reports that Keane was sold on Everton appearing in the press pleases me, hopefully that is true. What are your thoughts?

I think Gibson has a composure on the ball that I like. He would lend a little 'play it out from the back' ability that we currently don't have.
Keane I like as well although I think he's a more 'traditional' row z CB.
But I was under the impression Keane was off to Manure...

 

[TheNinja]

Having seen a lot of Gibson, he's not slow, at least if he isn't the quickest, his reading of the game puts him in the right position 9/10.

He is also a very good long passer of the ball. Also very capable of bringing the ball out of defence, which he had to do a lot at Boro with 3 defensive or limited CM's playing in front of him.

I'd have him here as first choice compared to current players. Consistently performed head and shoulders above anyone else there last season in a terrible team.

 

[Nymzee]

Keane & Gibson partnership. One can dream (realistically).

 

[Chipshill]

Giroud and Gylfi could make some beautiful moments for us. Chelsea need to wrap up this Lukaku saga before he does something stupid for Belgium an Conte bottles it!

 

[TheFinnFan]

After few beers i came to conclusion that we will have a spectacular window

 

[MasonLeeEFC]

...Friday's rumour mill;

- Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo reports Barcelona are prepared to listen to offers for forward Munir and Everton are amongst the clubs interested.

- The Daily Star say Chelsea have contacted Everton regarding Idrissa Gueye.

- 4th Official reports Everton interest in Porto defender Yacine Brahimi.

- The Daily Mail says Leicester have joined Everton in the race for Gylfi Sigurdsson.

- Media reports indicate West Brom interest in Everton's James McCarthy. The Mirror says Stoke also want the player.

- Foot Mercato suggest Everton have made a firm offer for Chelsea's Bertrand Traore who has been on loan at Ajax.

- The Evening Standard reports Lukaku has been offered a higher contract by Manchester United but will sign for Chelsea.

- Le10 Sport say Everton and Arsenal are keen on 30 year old St Etienne goalkeeper Stephane Ruffier.

- As reported by Marca, Everton are targeting £12m Real Madrid defender Diego Llorente who has been on loan at Malaga.

- ESPN say Diego Costa's departure from Chelsea could mean the club being forced to keep West Ham and Everton target, Michy Batshuayi.

Brahimi is a midfielder mate.... Haha

 

[blulouie]

Giroud and Gylfi could make some beautiful moments for us. Chelsea need to wrap up this Lukaku saga before he does something stupid for Belgium an Conte bottles it!

Looked every inch a £20 mil striker against the mighty Estonia tonight....hope Conte wasnt watching