17 Aug 2026 18:05:51
Prior to yesterday, I'll admit to feeling that we just weren't addressing the key areas that needed addressed. For me those were LW and CB. I felt we were properly covered in other areas - well, maybe a RB.
My surprise was how Prem ready Tzolis looked. Lad has hit the ground running and is quite industrious. I'm hoping he has a great season and scores a few goals.
Mosquera, I liked the look of this lad last season, but he did also look like someone who had a mistake or two in him.
He was brilliant yesterday and he made me remember that even Saliba has a mistake or two in him.
I'm not sure if we'll see any more incomings, but will say we've got a very very decent squad.
MLS's pass for a Fury goal was sublime. Just thought that needed a mention. Ode is looking like the player from a few seasons ago. I hope he stays fit and in this vein of form.
Overall, what a great performance from everyone.
17 Aug 2026 18:49:33
Hey Sharpie,
Why do you think we need an RB when we have Ben and Jurrien, with Jurrien probably the best RB in the league last season?
I've seen others say we need an RB, but it makes no sense to me.
17 Aug 2026 19:45:32
Hi Stoner, personally I think we need someone to cover CB/RB for injuries (Saliba & Timber) . I'd still want a LW (Saka quality) , so we have cover & quality, esp as Tzolis will need to get up to speed & play lots of games. Great if he was the cover.
Surely we want players at Saka, Rice, Gabs & Saliba in every position.
That's not being disrespectful to the squad or team. With that said, we need a decent striker that, like Haaland, gives defenders nightmares. Kai & Vic can be back up, with Jesus sold.
To win the Champions League & defend the league successfully, which we haven't done for 90 years, we will need upgrades.
17 Aug 2026 22:58:53
Hi SY,
I'm not convinced by either Konsa or Quansah, especially the latter. Why did Liverpool get rid when their defence is pants?
But if Konsa is a backup then maybe ok.
Hopefully Timber, with rotation, will be fine for the majority of the big games.
All a bit in the dark with Saliba.
I'd like Alvarez from Atletico. Don't fancy Oshimen; must be a reason why no big clubs want him.
Hopefully we have goals from all our mids and forwards if we play like we did Sunday.