So we already have a left-sided/right-sided central midfielder (Havertz) to replace Xhaka; a defensive midfielder (Rice) incoming to replace Partey; and a RCB/RB (Timber) incoming to help there (and allow Tomi to cover more on LB).
What other areas do people here think we need?
I wouldn’t mind seeing stronger competition for Jesus up front, and maybe another young defence midfield prospect. But otherwise we are looking in good shape.
Would personally prefer a better backup RW than an out-of-position Nelson, but he deserves a chance and will be cheaper than anyone we could get who would be willing to be behind Saka.
I think the aim with Nelson is to turn him into a general purpose rotational forward, who can play anywhere up the top. That way he should get enough game time and it wouldn’t preclude us getting more dedicated backup for Saka and/or Jesus.
So we already have a left-sided/right-sided central midfielder (Havertz) to replace Xhaka; a defensive midfielder (Rice) incoming to replace Partey; and a RCB/RB (Timber) incoming to help there (and allow Tomi to cover more on LB).
What other areas do people here think we need?
I wouldn’t mind seeing stronger competition for Jesus up front, and maybe another young defence midfield prospect. But otherwise we are looking in good shape.
Would personally prefer a better backup RW than an out-of-position Nelson, but he deserves a chance and will be cheaper than anyone we could get who would be willing to be behind Saka.
I think the aim with Nelson is to turn him into a general purpose rotational forward, who can play anywhere up the top. That way he should get enough game time and it wouldn’t preclude us getting more dedicated backup for Saka and/or Jesus.
I feel like Nelson as a CF would be an incredible waste, but I could see him at midfield eventually.
@ThePowerOfGeek what are your thoughts on whether Xhaka leaves this transfer window? What seemed like a done deal maybe not so much anymore? #Xhaka
I thought it was always dependent on us signing Rice, which hasn’t happened… yet!
Obvious one is a player that can both cover Saka and Jesus, while offering something different in those positions from what we currently have.