Obinna Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I think Lille will ultimately sell this window for a price below what they are asking for today. They didn't gain notoriety as a selling club by being stubborn. I think Lille will take moderate profit today instead of losing money on their investment next summer. Chelsea paid 50M for Pulisic and sold him for less than half with a year left on his deal. That happens at a buying club like Chelsea, but can you see Lille doing that? Any examples? I guess there is still value in the winter window, so maybe there's a chance there, but if he doesn't go by then I see him playing out his contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frmr Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Sounds like Lukaku to Juventus. Tottenham or bust? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 8 minutes ago, frmr said: Sounds like Lukaku to Juventus. Tottenham or bust? Maybe not. Lukaku swap with Chelsea plus cash. 50M to Juve plus Lukaku for Vlahovic. That's enough cash to get David (or Balogun). Both strikers would pair well with Lukaku in theory. I may be biased but I think David would be the better, more proven fit, but with that he is likely the more costly. Would depend on how much Arsenal think they can get for Balogun and probably how realistic Lille can be about David's market value. Shway, jhoops__ and frmr 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kadenge Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 David playing behind Lukaku, even a slower version, would be a dream pairing. David is an incredible playmaker as he showed at Gent behind 2 big forwards. Lille have to be careful. His contract is running down and an off form season (hasn't happened so far) or God forbid, injury, could derail their entire investment. I'm hoping that the delay is simply related to one/two of the big strikers moving first. dyslexic nam, Corazon, jhoops__ and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinceA Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Feels more and more like his gonna end up running out his deal. Looks like Juve and Inter are out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youllneverwalkalone Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 You think he's going to be at Lille till June 30, 2025 and then he walks for free? My gut tells me the percentage chance of that is nil. dyslexic nam 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fresh Prince of MTL Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I think people on here are panicking, there is still half of the window left and the dominos that needed to fall for David's move to happen are only just happening. I think Lille will drop their price a bit and other teams will increase their bids as the window closes RS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpursFlu Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I dont follow the transfer rumor mill too closely. I'm more of a wake me up when it's over type of guy. People can help me out with this one but it feels like David to Tottenham is being held up Kane's to Bayern being a complete mess. johnyb and Obinna 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 30 minutes ago, SpursFlu said: I dont follow the transfer rumor mill too closely. I'm more of a wake me up when it's over type of guy. People can help me out with this one but it feels like David to Tottenham is being held up Kane's to Bayern being a complete mess. I think that's true. I also don't think David is clearly the direction they will go. Possible definitely, but not a slam dunk. h coach 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scullion44 Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 In advanced talks with Al-Hilal. Pathetic. johnyb, Shway, K Edgar and 2 others 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grigorio Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I can't believe he'd go to Al Hilal. That would be the absolute worst. PastPros and Shway 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king1010 Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 27 minutes ago, scullion44 said: In advanced talks with Al-Hilal. Pathetic. thats brtual PastPros 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narduch Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Still not watching Saudi League Shway and PastPros 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyslexic nam Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I am always pragmatic about that sort of thing. It would definitely suck from a CMNT perspective but I also see the attraction of cashing a massive paycheck if obscene wages are being dangled in front of your face. If someone offered me 2-3x my wages it would be tempting regardless of the sporting trade-offs required. During a 10-15 year career it could mean the difference between being just wealthy and being silly-rich. I hope he chooses the destination that will challenge him to become the best player he can be - but I would never blame someone for wanting to get paid (well). johnyb, yomurphy1, Shway and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Yeah I want him off this team if he goes to Al Hilal. Might as well go to cf Montreal at that point. Get your bag and all but if he goes Saudi I want nothing to do with him. PastPros, red card, Shway and 3 others 1 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PastPros Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 3 minutes ago, InglewoodJack said: Yeah I want him off this team if he goes to Al Hilal. Might as well go to cf Montreal at that point. Get your bag and all but if he goes Saudi I want nothing to do with him. This is my gut reaction too. Love the guy and all but... 🤮 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 11 minutes ago, PastPros said: This is my gut reaction too. Love the guy and all but... 🤮 It’s a worse league than MLS, its star players openly don’t care about the competitive aspect of the game, he’ll never return to Europe, I mean… what’s the point? He’ll make a lot of money but with that talent, having LOSC be the best club you’ll ever play for is an abject failure. I’m sure he can console himself with the generational wealth he’ll earn, but the idea of him going there disgusts me. grigorio and johnyb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kacbru Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 1 hour ago, scullion44 said: In advanced talks with Al-Hilal. Pathetic. Where are you seeing this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 1 hour ago, scullion44 said: In advanced talks with Al-Hilal. Pathetic. So says a Qatari sports site. Could be true but I will need more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyslexic nam Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 38 minutes ago, InglewoodJack said: Yeah I want him off this team if he goes to Al Hilal. Might as well go to cf Montreal at that point. Get your bag and all but if he goes Saudi I want nothing to do with him. Is this on a political/ethical basis or a competitive basis? Shway 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Just now, dyslexic nam said: Is this on a political/ethical basis or a competitive basis? Competitive. I don’t exactly like the idea of a brand new League out of nowhere potentially just buying their way into being a top league with zero regard for quality of play, but on the other hand, I watch the NBA, so I can’t talk much about that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 5 minutes ago, WestHamCanadianinOxford said: So says a Qatari sports site. Could be true but I will need more. obviously never heard of the site, but looks big. It says that they’re in advance negotiations with Lille, I wonder if they’ve spoken to him yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyslexic nam Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I would argue that it could easily be MLS quality if they acquire enough top players. They added Mahrez today and it looks like they are continuing to pursue quality players. It may not be ideal for the CMNT, but it seems more than a bit knee-jerk to say that JD should be exiled if he took the paycheck. PegCityCam, Shway and red card 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 (edited) 8 minutes ago, InglewoodJack said: obviously never heard of the site, but looks big. It says that they’re in advance negotiations with Lille, I wonder if they’ve spoken to him yet. Sky Sports is big but makes stuff up. Maybe part wishful thinking on my part but I will still need more sources, not one bounced around Twitter. Edit: Also not a bad way for Lille to drum up business if they are beginning to get antsy. Edited August 1, 2023 by WestHamCanadianinOxford johnyb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mpg_29 Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Seen news of Sadio Mane going to the Saudi league and went "Another one?!"...then preceded to r/soccer to see this....couldn't believe it. That being said I think wherever David ends up it's better that he's playing vs being on the bench. And I suspect he would get regular playing time at Al Hilal?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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