UKTexans Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 1 hour ago, DaveDX said: Everyone all the time, apparently. It’s their money to spend, they can do as they please, but every top team gets raked over the coals whenever they buy anyone expensive. I'm not knocking them at all. If that's the missing piece and he's the guy, you pay it. Just found the Klopp quote funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilenFroggen Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 1 hour ago, UKTexans said: I'm not knocking them at all. If that's the missing piece and he's the guy, you pay it. Just found the Klopp quote funny. Oh no, I understand that, I find that funny also. I’m just pointing out that whenever a big team spends big, they get dogged for it. What’s it to those critics? There’s no salary cap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kempus Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 6 hours ago, marky mark said: Modern day sweeper-keeper. Top 4 GK last season imo (De Gea, Oblak, Ter Stegen, Alisson). Alisson conceded 10 fewer goals than expected which is 2nd behind De Gea. He's excellent with the ball at his feet too. 2nd best ball-playing GK behind Ederson. One downside is Alisson only started for one season at Roma and we saw the improvement in Szczesny when he joined. Is Roma's GK coach included in the deal? Is he worth that fee? No, Liverpool did overpay but he's probably the best GK they could've bought. Cheers, great insight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullsandBroncos Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 On 7/18/2018 at 11:00 AM, marky mark said: Chelsea apparently interested in Donnarumma and Cech. Huge downgrade if true. Oblak would be interesting. Alisson would've been a better fit for Sarri's system. Donnarumma is going to be a great keeper. Already a good one. Cech.....he's fallen off a bit... People don't realize what Courtois will do for Madrid if it's defense stays intact. Navas is disgusting to watch. He'd be a bigger get than Hazard and I don't even think Courtois is top 3 GK in the PL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drd23 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 3 hours ago, DaveDX said: Oh no, I understand that, I find that funny also. I’m just pointing out that whenever a big team spends big, they get dogged for it. What’s it to those critics? There’s no salary cap. The money doesn't just come from nowhere. Its fine if clubs spend within their means and don't put up prices (for tickets, concessions, merchandise etc) to cover these outlays instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drd23 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 6 hours ago, marky mark said: He's excellent with the ball at his feet too. 2nd best ball-playing GK behind Ederson. Yeah, but can he do this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullsandBroncos Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 7 minutes ago, drd23 said: The money doesn't just come from nowhere. Its fine if clubs spend within their means and don't put up prices (for tickets, concessions, merchandise etc) to cover these outlays instead. Juventus sales of Ronaldo Jerseys covered a quarter of his price on the first day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drd23 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 2 minutes ago, BullsandBroncos said: Juventus sales of Ronaldo Jerseys covered a quarter of his price on the first day They sold 110m euros worth of jerseys in one day?! Or do you mean a 1/4 of his transfer fee (so 25m which is still pretty impressive)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullsandBroncos Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Just now, drd23 said: They sold 110m euros worth of jerseys in one day?! $25 million. So close. I meant just the purchase fee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BullsandBroncos Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 7 hours ago, marky mark said: Modern day sweeper-keeper. Top 4 GK last season imo (De Gea, Oblak, Ter Stegen, Alisson). Alisson conceded 10 fewer goals than expected which is 2nd behind De Gea. He's excellent with the ball at his feet too. 2nd best ball-playing GK behind Ederson. One downside is Alisson only started for one season at Roma and we saw the improvement in Szczesny when he joined. Is Roma's GK coach included in the deal? Is he worth that fee? No, Liverpool did overpay but he's probably the best GK they could've bought. I agree with all except Ter Stegen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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UKTexans Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 £170m. It's probably market value. But still, damn. I'm not sure if Chelsea should take it or not. It's a lot of money, but £70m doesn't even buy you the top GK in the world these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kip Smithers Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 4 hours ago, drd23 said: Di Marzio reports that Real won’t pay more than 125 Euro’s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKTexans Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 31 minutes ago, Kip Smithers said: Di Marzio reports that Real won’t pay more than 125 Euro’s. Easy for Chelsea then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRalph Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 It's been statistically proven that Goalkeepers and Defenders are undervalued. Liverpool data-nerds have decided to throw conventional wisdom to the wind and pay the money based on the impact players will have towards wins and losses. Alisson and VVD may not win many games, but they'll make it damn harder for Liverpool to lose games. Combine that with one of the best forward lines in the world, then this team is going to be a major force. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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