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05 Aug 2021 07:38:51
Hi Ed002, I have read questions and your valued answers to many, many, many posts on here re E Haarland.
My understanding is Dortmund do not wish to sell this window.
Posters seem to think that "why would BVD not sell now? " with a buy now next year at half the price.
Can I please ask if, several clubs are willing to meet that "buy out " clause next year, would that create an auction situation, meaning BVD may actually get more than if they sold this window?
My feeling is that he (and his management) prefers RM (can't blame him really) . Your posts have always said Mbappe this year, Haaland next year for RM is the plan.
Given you seem to have an in depth knowledge of "inner workings" I'd really appreciate your insight into where you think things will end up this window.
I really get your post re L Martinez when asked who you personally would take a chance on, can I ask if there is any interest from the club there?
Many thanks for your input, and thanks for the latest update re ins and outs, the Trolls on here don't appreciate you like the regulars for the past few years do.
Thank you!
{Ed002's Note - Lautaro Martinez (S) Inter don't want to sell and long-term admirers Barcelona and Manchester City are looking elsewhere although Barcelona would like to add him in 2022, but significant sales would still be required and they have added Aguero and Depay this summer. Real Madrid are trying to convince the club otherwise and will offer an assortment of players they no longer want in exchange. Atletico Madrid are interested if he becomes available but money would be an issue without a major sale - perhaps Joao Felix. There is support for him from an ex-Chelsea player who is a potential Director of Football at the club but he would be a little down the list of targets Chelsea has. PSG could look to him if they lose Mbappe. I am not aware of any formal approach from Arsenal to Inter but they do want a striker and will have used a third party to understand if there is an opportunity for them. But it is difficult to see how they could fund a move which would see any negotiations start around €100M. The player would also want Champions League football.}
1.) 05 Aug 2021 11:45:10
Pete regarding EH. As I understand, it if he has a buy out clause as long as a club meets it he can join them. Therefore, several clubs could agree to pay the fee and it would be up to him to choose, so there will not be an auction. If I wrong about this no doubt I’ll be corrected.
{Ed002's Note - It is not as simple as that. Dortmund can agree any price they would like with another club as long as the player agrees.}
2.) 05 Aug 2021 12:24:17
Wow, so Dortmund could auction him somewhat higher than the release clause?
That explains their stance.
3.) 05 Aug 2021 12:39:01
If EH wants to go to Madrid as seems to be the case and they pay the buy out fee, that’s it even if another club offers more.
{Ed002's Note - The final choice will be the players but one club is trying to negotiate a deal which would be more attractive to BD.}
4.) 05 Aug 2021 14:47:54
Is that Barca? I remember you mentioning that they would like to negotiate a higher fee in advance.
{Ed002's Note - Yes.}
5.) 05 Aug 2021 15:44:44
Interesting, and I blamed Madrid for trying that on in an earlier post. I doubt if they pay 150 million pounds though.
{Ed002's Note - That is not what is being proposed.}
6.) 05 Aug 2021 16:04:25
Thanks Ed, is the plan from Real to wait until his RC kicks in, from some his own comments it seems as though he is keen on moving there.
{Ed002's Note - Real Madrid want to buy him next summer and will react to circumstances as necessary Mike.}
7.) 05 Aug 2021 16:11:45
Makes sense, thanks Ed.
8.) 05 Aug 2021 16:21:48
ED, some reports note that Real could go for Haaland this summer if they can't sign Mbappe now.
{Ed002's Note - I have explained that all before at length.}
17 Aug 2020 08:11:05
Hey guys and girls, very rarely post but now seems as good a time as any.
I read and reread posts on this site (and yes I understand why ED002 doesn't want to "go there" re defence) .
I get the feeling that MVG is thought of in a rather different light than many of us believe (I saw his first season, before injury) and was awestruck, this guy is the complete article!
I know injuries have impacted his career, however, I still think the powers that be still seriously rate this guy.
I'm sure ED002 you'll put me in my place if I'm way off the beaten track, but I have a feeling that the club see MVG as being a big part of the future, if he can stay injury free.
Would have been so easy to let him go (with a profit) for the last few years, but we have not!
Interested in all your thoughts.
{Ed002's Note - His contract has been extended by a year. The club would very much like him to be available, else he will return to the Netherlands.}
1.) 17 Aug 2020 09:39:45
Would be good for the lad he deserves a bit of luck.
2.) 17 Aug 2020 13:34:35
Easy to forget he's only 27. We've seen flashes of a really, really good player for us and also whilst on loan - fingers crossed for him and us, as I imagine from an FFP perspective he's a very cheap squad member Vs the cost and his overall ability.
3.) 22 Aug 2020 11:01:13
Van Ginkel? He's just going to be loaned out again regardless.
23 Jun 2015 07:48:36
Ed 002, I remember a couple of years ago we were very interested in Abyumayang(spelling) before his move to Dortmund. Given the latest stories out there re his potential availability would we still have interest?
Thanks in advance.
{Ed002's Note - Not right now Pete.}
1.) 23 Jun 2015 23:58:09
Would love Aubameyang. Got a goal scoring record and he is a natural winger is just whether he has the work rate Mourinho likes.
2.) 24 Jun 2015 09:08:59
Thanks ed!
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09 Aug 2023 07:45:49
Hi Ed002, I read on the Metro website Bayern have an interest in Kepa, any truth in this please?
{Ed002's Note - Down the list for Bayen Munich but they are struggling to sign preferred options.}
29 Sep 2022 07:00:08
Read an article from Graham Potter ( not the new CFC man) on ESPN regarding both CB's being unavailable for Barcelona ( Kounde, Arjuro, due to injury) and his thoughts re AC. Very interesting!
Looking retrospectively, I'm rapt that AC had his absolute best game for Chelsea in that CL final when he came on, but, professionally it's about the contribution weekly, and tbh, he didn't deliver when needed on a weekly basis, glad he's gone. Barca's problem now.
1.) 29 Sep 2022 09:00:11
He wasn’t physical enough for the English game and supposedly had some weaknesses with his mentality but for the most part played well for us and so I hope he does well for them. Not too upset he left us but still hurting over Rudiger leaving to be honest, think he’s one of the best CBs playing right now and he went for nothing.
25 Jul 2022 06:49:13
I totally get where every CFC fan is coming from, in regards to players in and out, let's maybe get a perspective on everything. Alonso, good attacking, no interest, and too slow in defending. Dave, great defending (left or right) no legs as a w/ b. Sarr, committed, but not quite it, Cholobah, same. Biggest issue I've seen in pre season is (whilst a great shot stopper) Mendy's distribution is shocking, and again putting the team under pressure! If you're going to play out from the back, you're GK is instrumental ala Ramsdale v us, rather than giving the opposition possession.
RLC, Barkley and Jorgy need to go from midfield, , good players, but not premier league quality. I worry about Kante, he is world class when fit, and hope we can hold on to him.
Lots going on, Kounde wanting Barcelona rather than us, as Jimbo said, let him go, and rejoice when we beat them in knockouts next year.
I have to admit that Man City and Liverpool have "out bought' us this year, and The Arse and Spurs have done "good business" but, the premiership is about 38 games, not 1, and definetely not about preseason results.
Keep the faith fellow fans!
14 Jan 2022 05:32:48
I have replied to an abusive post from stiv65 directed at Ed002 earlier and would like if all regular posters and readers would add to this thread to show their appreciation for Ed002, and all the Ed's actually for their input and info they share on this page.
We appreciate you, and a big thank you.
1.) 14 Jan 2022 07:03:07
Kiwi, although I haven’t got a clue about the content you refer to in your post, I’m happy to join you in showing my appreciation for all the Eds.
2.) 14 Jan 2022 07:23:00
what is up with people all the eds do a fantastic job in keeping us updated
thankyou eds for all the hard work ??.
3.) 14 Jan 2022 08:30:36
Pete, I haven’t seen the post you refer to but to make it clear, I too really appreciate the work and insights provided by the Eds.
4.) 14 Jan 2022 09:42:15
Thank you eds.
5.) 14 Jan 2022 10:56:21
I haven’t seen this post but thought some idiot ruined it, and we’ve been here before unfortunately, someone ruins it for rest of us, we all appreciated the information and insight Ed and your time and patience,
6.) 14 Jan 2022 11:14:12
Infrequent poster here, but LONG time reader and appreciator of this site and all that the Eds kindly share with us.
Seems to be a recurrent theme each transfer window and it's such a shame. I saw the post and it was good to see Ed giving some back!
The rest of us really appreciate everything you Eds do for us!
7.) 14 Jan 2022 11:21:54
It is a real shame these pages are blighted by the odd troll or 2 including King Frank and all his aliases. The EDs give us a great platform to share banter and ED02 is a great source of information which is not available elsewhere.
8.) 14 Jan 2022 11:49:29
I'm another who didn't see the post you refer to Kiwi Pete, but predictably have no hesitation in giving my support to your call.
We hugely value all the Eds.
Not least the invaluable input on transfer possibilities and so many other matters from the insightful Ed002, a major reason why many of us use this site.
Thank you all Eds. Am sorry indeed that you have to suffer mindless abuse. I cannot understand the mentality behind it.
9.) 14 Jan 2022 12:08:22
I have no idea about it. But I am supporting condemnation of ed002 abuse.
10.) 14 Jan 2022 12:34:30
It doesn’t matter what team this person may support, it make no difference abuse is abuse regardless.
I would like to think it’s a supporter of another club who wants to ruin our relationship with the Eds but I doubt it. We have a fair share of personal abusers.
11.) 14 Jan 2022 13:09:20
Same here. Haven't seen the offending post but am sick of the abuse directed at the Eds, especially what gets thrown at Ed002. Most of us really appreciate the insight given, way more reliable and honest than the lazy journos and "In the Know" fan boys on Twitter. Sorry for the abuse you guys get.
12.) 14 Jan 2022 13:39:56
I appreciate the efforts of Ed's on all the rumour pages. Especially ed 002 for info on transfers, ed001 for his awesome write up and engaging commentary, ed014, ed004 and ed025 for their candid views on arsenal, utd and Everton pages. And I really don't like people throwing mud on any of these pages without the appreciation for someone who is doing these things to keep us all engaged.
13.) 14 Jan 2022 15:31:28
Thanks to all the Eds for providing lovely insight, debate and banter to this page!
14.) 14 Jan 2022 15:45:49
Thank you eds, we appreciate the work you do.
15.) 14 Jan 2022 16:03:43
Yep, Ed's a bit of a legend. and occasionly very funny.
Being abusive online is a cowardly act by weak individuals.
16.) 14 Jan 2022 16:16:31
Such a shame absolutely no need in it hope the Ed’s are doing alright.
17.) 14 Jan 2022 16:27:43
I don’t know if you understand pidgin English Ed002, I just wan hail you from Nigeria, big ups bros u too much.
18.) 15 Jan 2022 06:28:41
A BIG thank you guys for your support over the abusive txts directed at Ed002 on 9th January and I hope that he realises that 99% on here appreciate his input, his sometimes (wicked/ warped) soh, and his value to us as posters/ readers.
This "slagging" of our Ed's input has got to stop!
Hope you're ok Ed002. We've got your back on here if you need us.
19.) 15 Jan 2022 10:10:17
A big thank you to all the Eds for providing legitimate information for free. Thank you guys.
03 Nov 2021 07:04:37
Hi guys and girls, i've been reading (and taking in responses) in regards to possible futures. Ed002 has said, yes we are still interested in Haaland, if the price is right (With agent fees etc the price will more than double, however, Him and Lakaku up front would be amazing) . Timo would be good as cover if one or the other is injured as he works hard and provides for the team ( I personally think his input is under appreciated) . He is to Chelsea, what Dyballa is to Juventus, not many goals but intergral to us playing as a team. Haverzt is providing that right now without Lukaku and Werner, and we keep on winning.
As supporterd, RLC has stepped up to the mark, and now needs to keep performing for the team
I actually think we in a good space right now, we have a really good squad, that can produce really good results this season!
1.) 03 Nov 2021 08:13:42
Good comment but I am puzzled by the Dybala Werner analogy.
2.) 03 Nov 2021 09:03:58
Im sure we have a continuing interest in Haaland, as mentioned by Ed but in my opinion the chances of it happening are almost zero.
We will be interested in many quality players and Haaland be one of them but I think he will end up in Madrid.
3.) 03 Nov 2021 10:40:44
I think I'd rather have Lewandoski. The man is a goal machine.
4.) 03 Nov 2021 15:15:08
@tom b i wouldn't say haland is locked on to Madrid though having lost t chance with him, their will be more competition next window which any suitor can work on any advantage they have on the deal. madrid usually have that appeal to players but could prove decisive in their career if it doesn't work. cause it will look like a student who skip classes to graduate, in otherwords some have realised that being fully developed before the switch is the best. so haland might not go to madrid if any other team can at least match them in offers. Halan
As for pairing lukaku with haland, the former will leave once the later settles in because we won't be ready to spend that much on haland if the lukaku is the future in the first place.
Bayern, city, united, us Barcelona will a look to sign haland al wth dufferent apoeals but it is the team who meets the demands can have him. All havibg the mught to do so.
5.) 03 Nov 2021 16:02:57
Werner has cost us more points from his abysmal shooting than he's earned us from his running. i still hope he'll come good but let's not kid ourselves.
18 Sep 2024 07:48:34
FFS Standard, " buying 100's of players " as per your quote on here, get real mate, the club and the people they have employed are much more aware than you or i could ever wish to be!
03 Sep 2024 07:25:16
stop ripping your knickers, if the club feel Sancho is the way forward then so be it, if not, then we can question!
26 Aug 2024 07:35:49
You are a terrible tease Ed002 lol.
22 Aug 2024 07:08:41
Maresca has done what Potter should have, but chose (or was told at the time) not to do, and that is evaluate who you want, work with your preferred squad and the others train apart and are told that they will have very limited minutes (if any) and to maybe look at options if they wish to further their careers. I admire Maresca's honesty and the way it was conveyed which thwarted the Sterling situation (he knew 2 days before he wasn't in the match day squad yet he and his management still chose to release a match day statement) . Bogard #2 maybe, shame it might happen to us twice, but in 10 years it'll be Raheem who? It's not about money, Sterling is very comfortable, its about being "the man" and you ain't it!
Your head down, not looking, burrowing, with only yourself in mind is not where our club wasn't to be, and tbf England as well!
16 Aug 2024 06:14:58
Tom, listening to London is blue podcast the other day (with Matt Law) your assumption is correct according to Law (a Villa fan and Chelsea correspondent), CG wanted time to decide which didn't suit Villa, but, as per Ed002 above maybe they remain interested.
He also made a very interesting point that by not taking Trevor on pre season tour the club basically are selling him as not wanted, hence a low sale price, whilst taking Broja (at half the value, we'll be lucky to get 10 to 15 mill for him) on tour.
I'm sure (hopefully) the/ our club know exactly what they are doing!
01 Oct 2024 07:19:09
Right on Tom! Football is about enjoyment of the game. I love that Maresca is saying, you score one, well score 2, we're not afraid to concede but we'll outscore you!
26 Sep 2024 08:03:06
FFS guys, start believing in the Maresco project, and stop questioning every decision he makes. Enzo has already proved that he has options which he implements in whatever situation the team is in, in which ever competition, let's just get behind him/ back him in every game, to get the best result for our team/ our club this season!
23 Sep 2024 06:51:52
Jackson will deliver!
12 Sep 2024 07:38:43
Unfortunately buying a "ready made" keeper (Maignan, Costa) would blow our wage structure out of the water. As I said in another thread I think Slonina and Mender are the future our club is looking for. Slonina is killing it at Barnsley, and Mender (after his loan back) will be an amazing goalkeeping duo at Chelsea in the future.
Players must be aware of managers orchestrating moves for there own financial benefit ala Doniumura (spelling) to PSG on a "free", he'll be on great money in League 1 in France forever, but never tested against the best other than group stages in Champions League, a shame really.
Slonina with Mender as no 2 next year will be immense for Chelsea!
10 Sep 2024 07:13:16
I don't care about whether Agbolly or Boely get there way, all I care about is whether the club I have supported through good and bad for the last fifty years can be competitive!