The transfer window will soon be open and we thought it would be good to look at the Premier League's big boys and dissect it's transfer needs. As ever feel free to disagree.
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Arsenal
Most Gunners will agree that last season would have been a disaster without RVP. That's why they are so frightened at the prospect of him leaving this summer. After losing Fabregas, Nasri and Clichy the loss of RVP would signal a club in decline.
However, let's work on the assumption that Van Persie stays and is assisted by Podolski. In that case, Arsenal then need to be sure Wilshire is going to be back from injury. If so, they should spend money on some top quality defenders. having missed out on Cahill they should make a quick move for Jagielka.
Chelsea
Be careful. If Di Mateo is in place he needs to guard against upsetting the ageing, but crucial superstars. That done, and with Hazard in the bag they need to replace Drogba. There are plenty being talked about Cavani, Falcao and Hulk but none are proven at the very top. Chelsea should go for Higuain and work on a partnership with Torres.
Chelsea also need to guard against a possible JT ban.
Liverpool
King Kenny has gone so what will the new guy think? Actually, Dalglish's plan of feeding Carroll from the wings was a great idea and seems to have been taken on by Hodgson's England. The problem is quality. Everyone knows that Downingcan cross the ball. The question is does he know it? If he can't sort out his confidence problem he should go. Andy Carroll is nothing without service.
As Brendan Rodgers is currently favourite to replace Dalglish, Carroll and Co' could have a problem. Rodgers has a passing preference and that may not suit The big man up front.
Another quality winger would be required if they keep faith with Carroll. Petrov from Bolton has Premier League experience but Navas from Spain would be more welcomed by the fans.
Manchester City
What do you give the club that has everything? That depends on what it decides to offload this season. With Dzeko likely to go and Balotelli doubtful a striker or 2 are required. Ideally, they should keep Super Mario and ditch the poisonous Tevez.
RVP is the big target but he will be difficult to dislodge from Arsenal so who's next on the list? Cheeky bid for Rooney?
They will be losing a big man and are not short of diminutive stars so we think Cavanni or Huntelaar.
Manchester United
This blog has bemoaned Fergie's record with central midfield purchases but he desperately needs to get one right. The heart of his team is slow, old, and far less powerful than his rivals'. With Berbatov and Owen unfavoured and gone, he also needs at least one quality striker that offers something different.
Kawaga may be on the radar but is that really the answer? Firstly, United have plenty of guile if Scholes and Giggs resist the slippers another year but strength and power need to be bought. Essien may be available but his powers may be on the wane. Roma's De Rossi is massively under rated and would be ideal. Fergie should really have moved last year for Scott Parker.
Upfront, all depends on the Glazers providing cash. United are far too reliant on Rooney with only Welbeck providing anything like a decent return in front of goal. We think they should be looking for a a real target man for Rooney to play off and provide a different attacking thrust. Huntelaar should be looked at.
So there you have it. Let's sit back and watch the 6 best Managers in the Premier League completely ignore us and spend furiously on the players that happen to look ok at the Euro's for 2 weeks only to discard them just as quick in January!
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Most Gunners will agree that last season would have been a disaster without RVP. That's why they are so frightened at the prospect of him leaving this summer. After losing Fabregas, Nasri and Clichy the loss of RVP would signal a club in decline.
However, let's work on the assumption that Van Persie stays and is assisted by Podolski. In that case, Arsenal then need to be sure Wilshire is going to be back from injury. If so, they should spend money on some top quality defenders. having missed out on Cahill they should make a quick move for Jagielka.
Chelsea
Be careful. If Di Mateo is in place he needs to guard against upsetting the ageing, but crucial superstars. That done, and with Hazard in the bag they need to replace Drogba. There are plenty being talked about Cavani, Falcao and Hulk but none are proven at the very top. Chelsea should go for Higuain and work on a partnership with Torres.
Chelsea also need to guard against a possible JT ban.
Liverpool
King Kenny has gone so what will the new guy think? Actually, Dalglish's plan of feeding Carroll from the wings was a great idea and seems to have been taken on by Hodgson's England. The problem is quality. Everyone knows that Downingcan cross the ball. The question is does he know it? If he can't sort out his confidence problem he should go. Andy Carroll is nothing without service.
As Brendan Rodgers is currently favourite to replace Dalglish, Carroll and Co' could have a problem. Rodgers has a passing preference and that may not suit The big man up front.
Another quality winger would be required if they keep faith with Carroll. Petrov from Bolton has Premier League experience but Navas from Spain would be more welcomed by the fans.
Manchester City
What do you give the club that has everything? That depends on what it decides to offload this season. With Dzeko likely to go and Balotelli doubtful a striker or 2 are required. Ideally, they should keep Super Mario and ditch the poisonous Tevez.
RVP is the big target but he will be difficult to dislodge from Arsenal so who's next on the list? Cheeky bid for Rooney?
They will be losing a big man and are not short of diminutive stars so we think Cavanni or Huntelaar.
Manchester United
This blog has bemoaned Fergie's record with central midfield purchases but he desperately needs to get one right. The heart of his team is slow, old, and far less powerful than his rivals'. With Berbatov and Owen unfavoured and gone, he also needs at least one quality striker that offers something different.
Kawaga may be on the radar but is that really the answer? Firstly, United have plenty of guile if Scholes and Giggs resist the slippers another year but strength and power need to be bought. Essien may be available but his powers may be on the wane. Roma's De Rossi is massively under rated and would be ideal. Fergie should really have moved last year for Scott Parker.
Upfront, all depends on the Glazers providing cash. United are far too reliant on Rooney with only Welbeck providing anything like a decent return in front of goal. We think they should be looking for a a real target man for Rooney to play off and provide a different attacking thrust. Huntelaar should be looked at.
Tottenham Hotspur
First job for Harry is to see what he can keep. With so many talented players wanted by other clubs if he can keep his first team intact he will have done well.
At risk are Modric (United), Bale (everyone) Walker (United and City) and they still need to solve the problem with Adebayor's wage demands.Although excellent in the Market, Harry would struggle to replace any of those with similar quality.
If he keeps everyone, he needs another striker and some knees for Ledley King.
Jagielka and Dzeko would be great but out of reach.
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