Shukes Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 At 15m we would be getting a great deal. Would be a good foil for Lukaku. When we're not creating a lot and we need more hustle and bustle, take Rom of and put Bony on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeQuince Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 The only reason I wouldn't want Bony is that I don't know that I could handle going into the match thread after a 0-0 draw and seeing Haf slag Rom off while, at the same time, he's gushing over how Bony gave one of the greatest performances he's ever seen in an Everton shirt. I don't think I could handle it. Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 15m hell yes, that's niasse money in this market. Quinn31 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibdane Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 I'd take Bony at that price -- he's definitely better than Kone or Niasse. Quinn31 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 £15m ok? in this market that's a bargain. Clear case of out of sight = out of mind with this lad. Some players need to be played - they can't just sit on a bench for 5 games and be told "right - here's your chance to challenge Aguero for the lone striker spot". How many strikers have city signed during Aguero's tenure? simply put there any not many better in the world than Aguero so whilst they play one up top its conceivable that these players will get splinters. Only Dzecko seemed to be ok as a sub - I actually think Lukaku would flourish in that role as an impact sub. For me Bony needs to be on the pitch from the get go - engaged in a physical battle. Look at the kip of his shirt after 40 minutes of playing - he always looks like he's been in a wet t-shirt competition, he loves getting out there. Solid purchase if we get him for £15m - holds the ball up very well. Will operate well with the AM's we have. Problem is, if Lukaku stays then he will only be getting a few mins here and there and a cup game or two for us as well. If he can't deal with that at City when they had many more games to play with us then how is he going to cope with that for us? If Lukaku goes then Bony would be a well priced replacement however if if he stays then buying him would be pointless and we should be looking at someone with more of a long term future that won't bugger off to Africa every other January. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibdane Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Problem is, if Lukaku stays then he will only be getting a few mins here and there and a cup game or two for us as well. If he can't deal with that at City when they had many more games to play with us then how is he going to cope with that for us? If Lukaku goes then Bony would be a well priced replacement however if if he stays then buying him would be pointless and we should be looking at someone with more of a long term future that won't bugger off to Africa every other January. I somewhat agree but also feel like Bony could challenge Lukaku for starts. While I rate Rom highly, he does have dry spells. I think Bony would complement him well, but I would want both and not one or the other. We need a strong backup. I actually think Rom was relied too much on during Bobby's tenure. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Tiger Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 I like that he gives us an option to play with two up top. Koeman OBV not being so rigid tactically, so I think getting a second class attacker is a no brainer whether Rom goes or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Rom and Bony as a two up top would be dreadful IMO. They are practically the same player in terms of effort and playing style. We would need someone more mobile and ready to work hard to play off one of those like Long and Pelle did at Soton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 At £15m he is definitely worth a punt at £30m I would rather stick with Niasse Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeQuince Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Rom and Bony as a two up top would be dreadful IMO. They are practically the same player in terms of effort and playing style. We would need someone more mobile and ready to work hard to play off one of those like Long and Pelle did at Soton. This is why it wouldn't surpise me if Koeman puts Bolasie (if he comes in) on the right wing, moves Geri inside and plays with one mobile designated sitter (Gueye). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyblue23 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Really bad business if we didn't lump this in as part of the Stones deal, more money to Barnsley (I think?). Oh well, it's not my money No. We would've had to pay a percentage of the valuation of any player included in the deal to Barnsley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markiediow Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Would rather spend a bit more on Bacca. If the £25m quoted been accepted from West Ham, we should be all over it. Average 1 in 2 goals and has played in Belgium, spain and Italy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 At £15m he is definitely worth a punt at £30m I would rather stick with Niasse That's my view on it. £15m wouldnt be horrific. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 There is no substance other than supposed ITKs and the odd report in a paper who probably have copied off the ITKs to this. I doubt we're even interested. If we were we would have used the Stones deal as leverage to have this wrapped up or well down the line. We wouldn't sell Stones to themthen return the next day and bid, it would have been discussed and agreed and it would be all over the news by now. Nothing in this for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 There is no substance other than supposed ITKs and the odd report in a paper who probably have copied off the ITKs to this. I doubt we're even interested. If we were we would have used the Stones deal as leverage to have this wrapped up or well down the line. We wouldn't sell Stones to themthen return the next day and bid, it would have been discussed and agreed and it would be all over the news by now. Nothing in this for me. yep i said the same thing. hopefully we are looking to that dutch lad Ziyech on the cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 He's supposedly available for £20m but palace are going for benteke? Madness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Rumours flying around that he is due at Finch Farm for a medical tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 There is no substance other than supposed ITKs and the odd report in a paper who probably have copied off the ITKs to this. I doubt we're even interested. If we were we would have used the Stones deal as leverage to have this wrapped up or well down the line. We wouldn't sell Stones to themthen return the next day and bid, it would have been discussed and agreed and it would be all over the news by now. Nothing in this for me. Its never that simple though Paddock for all that it would be logical! There is nothing to say a deal hasn't been done, just like the Williams deal wasn't all but done and dusted a few days ago, same with Stones. I'm not saying that it means its a done deal but I wouldn't rule it out just on that basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Plus, wasnt Bony's car spotted in Liverpool the other day? Sure I saw a tweet about it however don't know how legitimate it was! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 We'll seemate, just think this would have been brokered with the Stones deal and more people would have had a sniff by now. I may be wrong though . It has been known... Quite often in fact Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newty82 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 ITK = I Toot Knobs??? Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 ITK = I Toot Knobs??? in the know, something you dave sir, are not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newty82 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 in the know, something you dave sir, are not Are you sure? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Are you sure? i called you sir, surprised the other bit is what caught you. you want to sign bony or no ole dave lad? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryj Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 I'll be more than happy with Bony at a reasonable price. I think if he comes he'll suprise a few. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 I think Bony could be a shrewd move. If he regains his form he is a fantastic striker. I do hope that we replace Lukaku with something better/less of a risk though. (if he goes) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 BONY, BONY, BONY? Arsenal are closing in on a bid for Manchester City striker Wilfried Bony, according to reports. Sky Sports News HQ understands City will listen to offers for the Ivory Coast international, who only arrived at the Etihad from Swansea 18 months ago. Sky sources, however, are telling us that, for now, Arsenal's interest is merely speculative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 They're also looking to tie up Mustafi today. Moyes releases him for nothing, 3 years later he's worth £30m and a fully fledged German international. ahahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 BONY, BONY, BONY? Arsenal are closing in on a bid for Manchester City striker Wilfried Bony, according to reports. Sky Sports News HQ understands City will listen to offers for the Ivory Coast international, who only arrived at the Etihad from Swansea 18 months ago. Sky sources, however, are telling us that, for now, Arsenal's interest is merely speculative. Please, please, please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn balor Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Don't know what some people's problem is with him. Hardly had a look in at City and strikers need a run of games. He will score goals in the prem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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