The January 2025 Window

[Palacesince64]

Maybe we tried? Who knows. It’s been a very quiet window so far. Only sizeable done deal in the EPL is Spurs having to make an emergency purchase of a keeper

Indeed. It’s also being reported that that particular bit of business may have scuppered our chances of signing Diouf as Slavia Prague are now £12.5 million better off.

 

[Palacesince64]

Indeed, I prefer to assume that our guys know what they are doing vs assuming they are wet behind the ear

I don’t doubt SP knows what he’s doing. I’m fine with that as long as his manager is on board given he was the one who was unhappy about late signings and departures in the summer window.

 

[AkiRiihilatiTheGOAT]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1877113348157837683

Think we should have had a look at him

This is very, very good news if we want Doak. Liverpool will probably have to lower their asking price if we're the only serious bidders.

I'm aware Celtic, Brentford and Fulham are interested among others but we're pole position for his signature now

 

[AkiRiihilatiTheGOAT]

I am informed that Doak is very fleet of foot and is direct.
In terms of physicality, at Celtic as a young player he was nicknamed 'Wazza' as his stature resembled that of Wayne Rooney and there were similarities between their respective styles of play.
At Celtic he was a quiet young lad but a fearless competitor when he stepped on to the pitch.

Scotland fan here and when I watched him play against Croatia, the first player he made me think of was Bolasie. Unbelievable pace and skill, he had Gvardiol on toast the whole game. I definitely agree with you here.

 

[Spiderman]

In terms of Ipswich's financials, in the summer they purchased Omari Hutchinson for a fee which could reach £22.5 Mill, they acquired Liam Delap for a sum which could reach £20 Mill. There were those who believed such sums were extravagant for these players but it is proving money well spent.

Not sure Hutchinson has justified that price tag

 

[AkiRiihilatiTheGOAT]

Enzo Le Fee has just signed for Sunderland from AS Roma. He plays in Bellingham's position.... Are they potentially preparing for a Bellingham exit?

 

[Eagleman13]

This is very, very good news if we want Doak. Liverpool will probably have to lower their asking price if we're the only serious bidders.

I'm aware Celtic, Brentford and Fulham are interested among others but we're pole position for his signature now

No chance L'pool will lower their price. They know its us & have history.

 

[AkiRiihilatiTheGOAT]

No chance L'pool will lower their price. They know its us & have history.

I did read an article today which said they'd be willing to accept £20 million if we gave them some add-ons

 

[Teddy Eagle]

I did read an article today which said they'd be willing to accept £20 million if we gave them some add-ons

An add-on of another £10 m knowing them.

 

[AkiRiihilatiTheGOAT]

An add-on of another £10 m knowing them.

Of course, but it shows they're willing to compromise. The deal might be doable if they are

 

[Eagleman13]

Of course, but it shows they're willing to compromise. The deal might be doable if they are

So you believe a clickbait site & think l'pool are willing to compromise? A lot to learn methinks.

 

[Teddy Eagle]

Of course, but it shows they're willing to compromise. The deal might be doable if they are

For sure. I've been convinced Guehi would be involved in this deal either in part exchange to Liverpool or providing the money from another transfer but maybe that won't happen.

 

[Lanzo-Ad]

Good time to bid for Dwight McNeil, still only 25, left footed, could without doubt play LWB and AM, fantastic at set pieces.

 

[MrRobbo]

Enzo Le Fee has just signed for Sunderland from AS Roma. He plays in Bellingham's position.... Are they potentially preparing for a Bellingham exit?

Well thats interesting!

 

[Teddy Eagle]

Scotland fan here and when I watched him play against Croatia, the first player he made me think of was Bolasie. Unbelievable pace and skill, he had Gvardiol on toast the whole game. I definitely agree with you here.

And supplying Mateta will be easier than trying to set up Lyndon Dykes.

 

[MrRobbo]

Good time to bid for Dwight McNeil, still only 25, left footed, could without doubt play LWB and AM, fantastic at set pieces.

Started every game so cant imagine why they would let him go...

 

[AkiRiihilatiTheGOAT]

Well thats interesting!

The reason I say it is because we're in the race for Bellingham

 

[Teddy Eagle]

This is very, very good news if we want Doak. Liverpool will probably have to lower their asking price if we're the only serious bidders.

I'm aware Celtic, Brentford and Fulham are interested among others but we're pole position for his signature now

Can't see him going to Celtic - he'd cost about £10 m more than their record signing.

 

[AkiRiihilatiTheGOAT]

Can't see him going to Celtic - he'd cost about £10 m more than their record signing.

Indeed. They are interested nonetheless but yeah, we have the best chance of anybody to sign him

 

[Lanzo-Ad]

Started every game so cant imagine why they would let him go...

Err, because they have a new manager, and McNeil is virtually Dyches adopted son