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31 Aug 2017 12:48:06
Normally I just post a few jokes and keep everyone entertained - however I do actually have some ITK to share. I don't normally post the rumours I hear, however I have fell in love with the site this summer so thought i'd share this one with you all and see how it goes.
It is very unlikely we will get any further business completed this window. Rather than just state this I have explained the situations below;
Club have spoken with Southampton again, but no successful conclusion as the Saints would like to see how if player will make a U-turn for this season. Likely to assess this in January. The rift between the clubs are not as damaging as the media portray, the apology was accepted, however they do not expect any public bids from LFC or communication with VVD. VVD will be speaking with Saints again today to discuss any future moves and the rest of the season expectations with Saints. Obviously if this went sour, a move could be possible but VERY unlikely due to time restrictions. If a bid does come in publicly, it would mean Saints will accept as the clubs would have been in touch, however still time restricted
Lemar - although player is happy to move, the clubs are unlikely to reach an agreement in time before the deadline. It is reported that the club actually portrayed interest in June, so this isent a last minute enquiry. It could come down to the wire if LFC stump up the funds, however they are cautious of over spending on Lemar at this point considering they have players in that position. Still possible but very unlikely unless LFC Stump up in time.
In terms of outs, all I know is; Origi on loan (widely reported anyway) and still a few clubs in for Sakho (everyone knows this)
In terms of Coutinho, I believe a gentleman's agreement was in place with Barcelona and LFC, not sure if this summer or next but supposedly dependant on incomings, not sure if AOC signing makes any impact. I don't expect to hear anymore info on Coutinho sorry as the source is not ITK with this one.
The club have done very well this transfer window, it is a shame that some moves did not materialise, but this is mainly down to the other clubs valuations and willingness to sell. It is clear players see LFC as a prospect and a good move which hopefully will only improve by next summer.
I'm sure the media will continue to drag these stories out, however its very unlikely any further business will complete.
Thanks.
1.) 31 Aug 2017 13:02:37
I doubt that, no disrespect.
2.) 31 Aug 2017 13:13:17
hi KMAC - what bit are you doubting? Hopefully I can clarify
In light of my comments not being positive I do expect some people to not agree.
3.) 31 Aug 2017 13:21:29
It isn't down to other clubs valuations. It is down to ourselves not picking targets that we as a club can achieve to sign.
LFC have been told for months now VVD is not for sale. Yet they seem to have all there eggs in one basket.
I know not every deal is possible but we need to improve in the right positions. The CB position is a huge flaw in our side. It is the difference between finishing in the top 4 and actually winning a competition.
4.) 31 Aug 2017 13:28:38
Hi Jordz - In terms of targets both Lemar and VVD are achievable in the sense they want the club. However Lemar's is purely a valuation problem wheras to an extent I do agree with the "eggs in one basket" comment for VVD. I think they thought they could 'bully' Saints into submission with money and media! - I agree there should have been other options. You can only assume there was but nothing materialised.
5.) 31 Aug 2017 13:48:09
I can understand frustration at a lack of back-up options for VVD, but remember - the club has bought a lot of 'decent' CBs for significant investment over the years. Sakho and Lovren both came with great reputations and a £20+M price tag.
Clearly the club thinks the only way to improve this area now is to get the player they see as the ideal fit, no matter how much it costs. Why should they spend on another 'decent' back-up option at CB for what would probably be a minimum of £40M, wasting the money they have set aside for their prime target and potentially leaving the problem still needing to be addressed again next year.
I'm gutted we can't get VVD this Summer, but don't want to see us spend for the sake of it. Save it and try again in Jan/ next summer.
6.) 31 Aug 2017 14:04:50
to be honest I don’t doubt we will fail to bring anymore in, but I do believe you have just taken some posts off here and put them in 1 big post ;)
7.) 31 Aug 2017 14:14:11
ITK to share, more like IDK.
8.) 31 Aug 2017 14:31:36
Darrenpike I'm not having a go here but at the beginning of all of that you've said an awful lot without actually saying anything really. you keep mentioning it's difficult and there not being enough time for negotiations etc . A transfer can be a simple or as difficult as the next. People keep saying about VVD isn't moving (he may not ) because the club won't sell him to us, that's absolute rubbish I'm sorry business is business and the new majority owner of soton has already said they need funds to strengthen, so as a business sense which there's all our if an offer to the valuation is made he will be sold to whoever it is that makes it (forget all this apology stuff it's irrelevant at this stage as it's about money now . as for personal terms they can be sorted reasonably quick especially by a player who wants the move, so I don't think saying I don't think there is enough time to do things is correct it's more about valuation and them being met . then you have the medicals side of it. players can be signed subject to them passing a medical which can take place after the window closes if my memory serves me correct.
The ball is firmly in Liverpool court with regards to the 2 players mentioned . if they want then enough they will have to pay for them there is plenty of time to meet the valuations . if they are not for sale (in lemar case ) then again time is irrelevant he won't be sold ( lemar and VVD are totally opposite cases as VVD has publicly tried to leave and has been trying to do so for months now and a club won't keep a player like that as it will have a negative effect around the squad if there valuation is met he will be gone just the same as pip at Liverpool)
9.) 31 Aug 2017 14:57:33
Hi Back in the big show
appreciate what you are saying - problem with Southampton, they don't have time to replace now, really the should have accepted early then replaced but ultimately they don't want to sell unless an offer comes in to big to turn down. I agree, no issues with player agreements but negotiations are not as quick as people think
Lemar - very rarely a player is publicised as 'for sale'. But everyone has a price, his price is c£90m its just whether we would go there and I think the club would rather keep Pipco than commit that IMO only.
In summary i'm saying everything is unlikely now as if LFC do stump up big money, the clubs will not have time to sign replacements or to get everything through. You would expect it would need to happen in the next couple of hours really
only sharing but appreciate the input.
10.) 31 Aug 2017 14:59:39
G-Force - I hope I'm wrong and they both go through! but ill accept the gratitude of sharing the information at 11 if not. as its all looking like its going that way at the moment
Red_Phil - I expect better from you ;)
Cheers Guys.
11.) 31 Aug 2017 15:11:05
Darrenpike. Soton have had since May to find a replacement they have be aware since Feb he was unhappy and looking to maybe move. this isn't something out of the blue for Southampton they have know for a while and have indeed signed a CB in this window.
12.) 31 Aug 2017 15:20:51
They wanted an additional centre back regardless of move. I feel they thought they could talk him out of it for at least one more season. Its only since he is training a lone they have had to think about additional signings which I appreciate has been a while.
However, they don't expect to surrender, but if something big comes imagine they will consider it as everyone has a figure in mind (as you said its business) - its just whether they feel they could make the most of the money. I would imagine they agree for next summer of January.
13.) 01 Sep 2017 00:04:56
Was I right or was I right?
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31 Aug 2017 22:33:53
In other news, how's does this change everyone's Fantasy Football selections?
Pulling my hair out already and thinking of a wild card so early on!
1.) 31 Aug 2017 22:46:43
I've decided to use mine, mainly because I wanted to bring Mane in.
Baz.
31 Aug 2017 21:33:19
I now hope that gives some credibility to my earlier post in light of tonight's events.
Sorry to have been the bearer of bad news but what I said was accurate and tonight's stale mate has proved that.
I posted in the height of excitement and understand the lack of enthusiasm for it but still love this website and all the contributors and visitors.
If I here any future news I'll always update you all
I'll get back to my jokes over the next week or so to keep you entertained throughout the season
Thanks.
1.) 31 Aug 2017 21:49:59
Are you funny then?
2.) 31 Aug 2017 21:57:42
I do try Ben Elf - only if you like Dad jokes! Let's try;
Arsene Wenger was wheeling his shopping trolley across the supermarket car park when he noticed an old lady struggling with her bags of shopping. He stopped and asked, “Can you manage dear? †to which the old lady replied, “no way you got yourself into this mess, don’t ask me to sort it out! â€
:)
3.) 31 Aug 2017 22:03:16
He's just a chilled out entertainer.
4.) 31 Aug 2017 22:51:11
Made me laugh.
5.) 01 Sep 2017 16:15:39
That's funny.
28 Aug 2017 22:55:42
RE: The Ox, its great to see players 'wanting' to come to Liverpool, over other clubs, especially Chelsea - however o just can't see where he would fit in and would he get more games with us or Chelsea for that matter?
If I was him, I'd stay at Arsenal or maybe knock on Tottenham's door or possibly Everton?
1.) 29 Aug 2017 01:26:21
I wish those players were Messi, Neymar and Ronaldo. Not OX. Chelsea are getting burnt by paying 35 million for him. Very average player and a total headless chicken. He is more sprinter, less footballer.
2.) 29 Aug 2017 11:45:30
Hence the reason I said he wouldn't fit in the squad - just nice to see players wanting to come to us personally!
23 Aug 2017 16:19:24
Bit of fun to lighten up the day;
Q: What would you get if Manchester City were relegated?
A: 55,000 more Chelsea fans.
23 Aug 2017 16:16:41
A father and son were eating breakfast. The father's newspaper had the headline, "Van Gogh sold for £8 million".
The son asked "Is he worth all that money, Dad? "
The father, surprised at his son's interest in fine art, replied "I suppose so, son. Why do you ask? "
The son said "Well, Liverpool paid more than that for Lazar Markovic, and he was Cr*p. "â€.
1.) 23 Aug 2017 16:30:15
This is poor Daz, i expect better from you 😉.
2.) 23 Aug 2017 17:14:44
I'll get your coat Daz😀.
3.) 23 Aug 2017 17:21:35
On a other lighter note, due to being too old, slow and over weight I'd like to announce my retirement from international football as well today.
4.) 23 Aug 2017 17:36:11
Ha ha I don't look like Klopp, we should probably sign you to replace Couts then 🤣.
5.) 23 Aug 2017 23:01:55
I feel I have let you all down, especially you MK!
I shall grab my coat and return once I find my dignity! 😞.
darrenpike1988's rumour replies
01 Sep 2017 00:04:56
Was I right or was I right?
31 Aug 2017 15:20:51
They wanted an additional centre back regardless of move. I feel they thought they could talk him out of it for at least one more season. Its only since he is training a lone they have had to think about additional signings which I appreciate has been a while.
However, they don't expect to surrender, but if something big comes imagine they will consider it as everyone has a figure in mind (as you said its business) - its just whether they feel they could make the most of the money. I would imagine they agree for next summer of January.
31 Aug 2017 14:59:39
G-Force - I hope I'm wrong and they both go through! but ill accept the gratitude of sharing the information at 11 if not. as its all looking like its going that way at the moment
Red_Phil - I expect better from you ;)
Cheers Guys.
31 Aug 2017 14:57:33
Hi Back in the big show
appreciate what you are saying - problem with Southampton, they don't have time to replace now, really the should have accepted early then replaced but ultimately they don't want to sell unless an offer comes in to big to turn down. I agree, no issues with player agreements but negotiations are not as quick as people think
Lemar - very rarely a player is publicised as 'for sale'. But everyone has a price, his price is c£90m its just whether we would go there and I think the club would rather keep Pipco than commit that IMO only.
In summary i'm saying everything is unlikely now as if LFC do stump up big money, the clubs will not have time to sign replacements or to get everything through. You would expect it would need to happen in the next couple of hours really
only sharing but appreciate the input.
31 Aug 2017 13:28:38
Hi Jordz - In terms of targets both Lemar and VVD are achievable in the sense they want the club. However Lemar's is purely a valuation problem wheras to an extent I do agree with the "eggs in one basket" comment for VVD. I think they thought they could 'bully' Saints into submission with money and media! - I agree there should have been other options. You can only assume there was but nothing materialised.
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31 Aug 2017 21:57:42
I do try Ben Elf - only if you like Dad jokes! Let's try;
Arsene Wenger was wheeling his shopping trolley across the supermarket car park when he noticed an old lady struggling with her bags of shopping. He stopped and asked, “Can you manage dear? †to which the old lady replied, “no way you got yourself into this mess, don’t ask me to sort it out! â€
:)
31 Aug 2017 13:24:45
It was his car. so assume going home from training. He has held further discussions with Saints today - maybe they went well? if not I'm sure we will be in touch. But very time poor at the moment.
End of the day VVD want a WC place for Holland therefore he will have to play at some point and the Saints know this!
29 Aug 2017 11:45:30
Hence the reason I said he wouldn't fit in the squad - just nice to see players wanting to come to us personally!
23 Aug 2017 23:01:55
I feel I have let you all down, especially you MK!
I shall grab my coat and return once I find my dignity! 😞.
22 Aug 2017 13:41:20
I'm sure there is still time for us to 'Dijk' it up.