17 Aug 2026 09:32:04
I assume Disasi, Tosin and Badiashile will sold or loaned in the next few days and it also looks like Sarr will be loaned as well. I can't see us signing any replacements in that position.
On the other hand, if we do sell EF and Neto do we need replacements? I'm not sure we need to replace Neto even though he works hard and looks suited to the WB role.
Replacing EF would be a must for me. I am not a massive fan of Scott or Wharton. I have now had a look at the young Senegal midfielder Camara and he looks useful, the asking price for him is apparently £50-£60m. I can't see us doing a deal with Arsenal for a surplus midfielder. After that I'm struggling.
17 Aug 2026 09:55:35
I think ED01 made the point that Alex Scott would be an upgrade on EF Tom and I'm happy with his assesment so that would be my choice.
17 Aug 2026 10:22:25
If EF. goes, we definitely need to bring in a midfielder. I don't think we need to replace Neto if he leaves. Any spare cash could be used elsewhere.
17 Aug 2026 12:54:38
Badiashille joining Napoli on loan. Disasi is waiting on other options before a potential move to West Ham, I think he'll try and get a better option sorted till the last minute. Tosin has options, most notably reuniting with Silva at Benfica.
The Fernandez saga continues. I'd want more than the £120m now, or better payment terms in the least. If he goes, I believe the move will be a big one for Scott.
I can't see this going beyond the first day of the season; it doesn't suit the players or clubs involved. Alonso also likes Zubamendi, every chance we sign Scott anyway and also add Zubamendi if we sell Fernandez.
I have a feeling Neto will get a big money move to Saudi, there's confirmed interest. I think we'll replace from within (Quenda).