RuffRob

He's not one of the best footballers in the world. one of the most hyped footballers maybe. He does what HE does - and does it very well indeed. He is the definitive luxury player, and needs other players to cover his deficiencies. He does not provide enough on a consistent basis to warrant that level of protection or cover - hence not one of the best footballers in the world. If he goes tomorrow, it will be for free!!!, just like we took him for free.

He is one of the few who have come for big money (too much some originally said) and actually lived up to the fee. He is a lad who works hard and plays with passion. He is definitely not perfect, but his passion and hard work have maybe elevated him above what is his footballing 'skillset', which could net us a very decent fee - so kudos to him for his effort.

https://totalfootballanalysis.com/player-analysis/salomon-rondon-newcastle-tactical-analysis-statistics Sound like he could be a bit of an underated player. Think he will be decent enough back up and a reasonable price. Our bench looked so weak at the weekend. I think we all know the order of the day is penny pinching this summer, so maybe as good as we can expect this window. He is at least somebody who will lnow what will be wantwd under Benitez and fit straight in to the style of play.

that bench is scarily weak! Brighton are on decent bit of form, so if we grab a point today - I will be quite happy.

Better than no RB cover coming in this window, and versitile - so less likey to see Delph on the pitch!! As a few have said, our recent experience of Arsenal cast offs doesn't fill me me with confidence. With money being a bit tight, loans might be the order of the day, until we make a big sale.

Not sure Harland would want to go to PSG this summer. He will have the pick of any club in the world next summer, when his lower (75m) release clause kicks in. Will probably be offered one of the biggest wage packets ever when he moves for this knockdown fee. Plenty of drama left in this transfer window!!

https://betweenthelines5638.wordpress.com/2020/08/18/odsonne-edouard-scout-report/ sound like a decent player, who knows where the goal is. Big step up to the Prem though. young and not to expensive.

and that's a priority for any any limited funds made available this summer? seem a bit of a coincidence that we might spend £30M on a left sided attacker, in the same few days there are rumours of strong interest in Richy. Not saying it is a good thing, just he looks like a potential quality replacement.

I understand Kean is going, but reports are that it is a loan. But in any case, if there is £30m to now spend, give me one good reason why it would be used to purchase a high quality left side attacking play. I am only guessing, but maybe in the next couple of days we might have an opening in this position. I am open to other suggestions on why we would spend a big chunk of money a left sided attacker?

If Diaz is prodominately left winger, who likes to come in and shoot with his right and chips in with a fair goals himself, it would seem logical to me that he would be somebody who would step in to Richarlison's position in the starting 11. If not where does this £30m player start. £30m I didnt think we had?

I have a horrible feeling he will go, ahead - if the money is right. If it hinges on the Mbbepe sale, then PSG should be flush and able to spend. I think we all knew it would be inevitable. The sad truth is that a big sale is due and needed to help meet the financial rules. Like others have said, this time the money can't be wasted. There should bs plenty of decent players available on loan, if we can't find a permanent transfer in this window.

In preceeding seasons we would have been dumped out in a game like tonights. So its promising that we have progressed.

I agree. I don't think he will be a regular starter, but think he will chip in with goals, and plenty of assists. If the stat that he was the most accurate crosser of the ball in the PL last season is true, then DCL and Richy should put plenty of goals away from his crosses. We shall see, but i think he will be 'effective' as a free transfer, more so the lot of £20m+ player that have been stinking the place out for years.

yes, I though it was going to be massively tough, but I had forgot that its effectively the fans first home game in the Premier League in ages to boot. They will definitely have that '12th' player today, those Leeds payers will be supercharged. Team wise - I would kind of like to see Iwobi get a decent run in the team and build some kind of consistently. Very much make or break season for him. I don't hold out massive hope for him, as I just think its a 'composure' and 'bottle' problem he has - but would like him to very much succeed.

I did say 'if' true - its unprofessional, which it would be. But as you say, no concrete evidence of it yet. Unfortunately, in the past 6months James and social media posting seem not to be particular well thought out - for example posting for a picture flying off in a private jet, while his team mate's are getting still trying 'rescue' the very end of our season. Would it be totally our of character for him to make such a comment on social media? but that is social media for you - life through a lenses. I am sure he make a handsome 'second' income from it all. What ever happen with James and Everton these coming weeks, it has definitely be a strange and unusual 'love affair'.

Flabbergasted if what he said was true - totally unprofessional. If he wants another team to come in for him, does he not even realise that this sort of unprofessionalism could be quite off putting for them.

Sounds like he can play a number of positons, so one for the starting 11. I think if the club have one eye on Richarlison moving for big money next season - it would make very good sense to bring in a player of this quality for the front line. It would give him a good season to bed in to the squad while Richy is still here. Not that he would be a direct replacement for Richy. With his versatility he would help give us great cover to the offensive line.

https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2021/08/18/full-of-stepovers-seamus-coleman-claims-one-everton-man-is-just-as-tricky-as-james-rodriguez/ Iwobi was stand out the most skillful player as voted for by his team mates - frustrating that he seems to shy away from this a bit in games. Would be nice if the manager could give him the confidence to really express himself. Definitely a big season for him. Something tells me that Grey being in the squad might help Iwobi express himself a little more.

Plenty of players move on for less lucrative pay packets in order to hopefully play regular football, in what is a relatively short career. If he wants to hang around and take the money, but miss playing competitive football, then it is his right after signing such a contract. But it's a bit rich asking for all the money for your contract, and also wanting it terminating so you can go and earn more and play somewhere else at the same time. I believe that is what people are griping about and I don't think he has ever done anything for the club that warrants special consideration.

Don't think James or Kean will be near the squad until after the transfer window (if they are still here). I think these two going (or not) will ultimately determine who comes in (or not). - Leeds away will be far too high an intensity for him. Everybody is going to have to win their battles - or at least put up a good fight. Leeds away is not a game for James in any case, and possibly not Kean either. This will be an interesting game to see how well we stand up to their energy levels this season. I thought we where well off in these high intensity games last season. It very early day's so I don't expect miracles, but hoping for a vast improvement in our attitude and work rate in games like this. This first few weeks of the season I think home advantage will be massive, even more so than the norm. With this being Leeds first game in front of their fans I think this would be a tough place for any team in the Premiership to go this weekend. Head tells me it being difficult to come away with anything this weekend. Heart always think's we could kick a cheeky point or three.

and roughly how much do we think he would cost - considering we don't seem to have any money this transfer window. And if we did manage to scrap a few quid together - is this position the first in line for upgrade? Don't see him coming this season.

Depends if you are motivated with a passionate for your job/career or purely by money. Plenty of people take pay cuts to pursue something they are passionate about. Plenty of footballer accept less wages, so that they can play week in week out. Unless it having the very fattest pay check that motivates them.

I think your right. It looks like transfer activity will revolve around Moise Kean and what sort of money, if any, is brought in buy him. It might be a very busy final day this year - not just for us. I think plenty of clubs want to move players on, but nobody giving an inch at the moment. my money is on a couple of loan deals coming in (and maybe going out) on the final day.

https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-richarlison-fifa-rule-change-21322637 Richy might get some enforced rest!!!

He is definately one that 'got' away. Was Chelsea acadamy player of the year 20/21 - and they have some academy. Southampton bought him for £5m. As he pretty far down the pecking order for a start on the right side at Chelsea so wanted a move. Even if Cheslea use the buy back clause, Southampton will be quids in. I surpose at his age, maybe not considered ready to be a starting RB. Which is what we need. Focused on a Dumfreis, while a Livramento got away!!