The transfer merry go really got started yesterday with a Germany and specifically Bayern Munich leading the way… Manuel Neuer and Rafinha both signed for Bayern for some serious cash. Neuer is an excellent keeper and will be an excellent signing for Bayern… not as good as our number one Szcznesy though! Rafinha has always been good in Championship Manager, but how good he really is, I don’t know! There was a lot of hype of Neuer going to Man United, but most people think or know that they’ve targeted De Gea for about £16m… some good keepers there…
For us, we’ve got more problems with players going out, then players coming in. At the moment, there are huge question marks over Bendtner, Nasri and Cesc as well as Clichy and Denilson. Bendtner was in the press saying that he is definitely off… 100% he said…
“I have decided 100% that I must leave. I’ve considered this for a long time and was quite clear when I arrived at my decision.”
I understand that it must be frustrating sitting on the bench and I hope that he gets his move, hopefully to Bayern, and continues in his career. Niklas kind of falls into the same category as Senderos – an excellent young player – but mentally scarred by growing up and learning his trade under the spotlight. Yes, some young players can play at the top level at a young age, but at the same time some need to learn their trade outside of the limelight. I think Bendtner will go on to have a decent career, and perhaps the German league is suitable for him.
Closer to many people’s hearts is Samir Nasri, and things are a little dubious with the Frenchman… we didn’t think this could happen, but apparently, he’s not keen on signing his new contract…
“One thing’s for sure: we’re not selling him to Manchester United. Are we still in discussions with Nasri? Yes, but we are still in disagreement over the financial contract on offer, which we haven’t settled. We are trying to extend his deal.”
He’s been offered a rise from £60,000 to £90,000 but apparently he wants £110,000 – baring in mind that he has been anonymous for quite a few games, baring in mind we haven’t won anything, why one earth does the player deserve to virtually double his money? We, the fans are paying more, but for what? Arsene mentioned that we’re after a striker and a defender too, which is interesting – what will happen to Djourou and Koscielny if Vermaelen and new defender are first choice? Do we worry about that or just worry about how to improve the first team.
“Everyone is looking to reinforce their attack as it’s always important to improve in that area of the team. We’re also after an experienced defender, maybe one who is already used to life in the Premier League. That has been our weakness.”
For me, we need a winger too, we lack a proper winger and we lack width because of it. Is Hazard still on the cards, I doubt it – it would have happened by now – it looks like we’ll go for the Championship players we’re after… and bring back the likes of Wellington and Miyachi, perhaps…
Finally, Van Persie has been in the news talking about the nonsense that referees get when they surrounded by players, taking time out to talk about Spanish players in particular and even had a little dig at Chelsea…
“They [Spain players] always go up to referees in an attempt to get an opponent booked,” Van Persie said. “They are trying to screw colleagues! That kind of behaviour really annoys me. People who are watching the game on television and fans really do not want to see these kind of things. If you want to witness a lot of complaints, you should go to the bakery or something. There’s always people nagging there as well. Chelsea players are always bitching against the referees. I really cannot understand that. Just shut the f*** up and focus on playing football.”
That comment hasn’t gone down too well with Chelsea supporters, but hey, it wouldn’t would it?
Adios for now amigos…
