⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions

[Antotena]

I don't know why Arsenal still need a striker at the moment when they choose many strikers who currently have no injury list, is it because Arteta is still not satisfied with the strikers he has now?

Arsenal need a striker with a big name because I think Gabriel Jesus is a complete failure, he didn't meet up with the club objective and aims. He was a big boy in Manchester City but he is not out to use back then and Arsenal needed him to play the 9 but upon coming to the club, on his first 12 matches, he only as scores 5 goals but after he got injury and Nketkiah took over, he score 9 goals in 10 appearance, who do you think is better but they don't value Nketkiah that much.

Nkiteah and Jesus are still quite reliable in addition to there are several adequate left / right wing strikers now, but I don't know the reasons behind the management for example who asked for it but currently Arsenal are still strong with a makeshift squad now.

If Arteta quest to get another good striker from Juventus become successful, they will sell Jesus out because it seems that Juventus are having much interest in buying Gabriel and it's going to be a perfect swap for Vlahovic to get a new striker or they may go for Ivan Tony as their next interest of the striker.

[Belarge]

I don't know why Arsenal still need a striker at the moment when they choose many strikers who currently have no injury list, is it because Arteta is still not satisfied with the strikers he has now?

Satisfaction doesn't fill any manager's mind when it comes to football. Arsenal does have top strikers in the club, though Mikel Arteta keen on bringing in tough decisions and replacement for the frontlines, he needs new set of frontlines that would do the job of a  striker and not some random players that simply foot in the space and they celebrate. Mikel Arteta is not satisfied with his team's present results, they have to fight really hard to become the best among the best, that's the goal for every club in EPL this season. Arsenal frontlines are build with high quality players that are confident infronts of goals this season.

[harapan]

I don't know why Arsenal still need a striker at the moment when they choose many strikers who currently have no injury list, is it because Arteta is still not satisfied with the strikers he has now?

You can't be completing for the league and  champions league with Gabriel Jesus and Nketiah as your strikers. I'm sorry but those are not players you rely on. They're good to a certain level but they're not world class. Arsenal needs at least one world class strikers. A striker than can creat something out of nothing. A striker that can lead the attack. The lack of that kind of striker won't be felt much now because Arsenal are playing well and scoring goals, but the time things get though and they'll need a striker that will score the only opportunity needed to win the game, that's where you'll understand how important a world class striker really is.
I'm not even too satisfied with Vlahovic that Arsenal are going after. He's good but I don't think he's what Arsenal need.
I feel Arsenal should go for a player like Osimhen.

[Captain Corporate]

It is not easy to find "cheap" strikers neither, and yes we are getting closer to winter break so whatever amount they have left in the bank they could spend it all but who could they even get? You know they can't get Haaland, or even Mbappe (who is not a pure striker, more like left winger) Osimhen? Way too expensive, Lautaro Martinez? Way too expensive, they really can't get any striker that would be better than Jesus right now, I am not saying they do not need one, but there is just no possibility of it. I am all for them getting some 20-30 million euro type of striker for the bench, to create some depth, which would allow them to have freedom during the league games, but not a "better" striker than what they have.

[TastyChillySauce00]

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The Catalan side FC Barcelona is on the way to sell Robert Lewandowski this summer:
FC Barcelona is recognizing the need to sell the Polish striker Robert Lewandowski this summer due to his lack of performance. Robert Lewandowski has already turned 35 years old, for he became older with the passage of time, and his performance status is getting lower as compared to previous years, so I think it is the point that Barcelona is considered Robert Lewandowski has scored seven goals in the whole La Liga competition this season. It seems fair, but I think this is not as well played as the performance status expected by a big club like Barcelona.

Their contract is still under way with Barcelona until 2026. Some media reports say that Barcelona will terminate his contract and sell him next summer to a free agent. Barcelona needs a new passionate player who performs well with club tactics and does all of his best for his club. The second thing is that Robert Lewandowski has become old and will not be able to play more with the required creatira from Barcelona. Therefore, the club is emphasizing bringing up some new young talent. Maybe the young talent will be Earling Haaland, Killyan Mbappe, Victor Osimen, Darwin Núñez, et cetera.

What did you think, guys? Which striker can be next door, and who can solve the missing puzzle for Barcelona?
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It must be like that. I have seen barcelona linked to the morata but what difference between him and lewandowski. Morata was only a few years younger than him. I see no point in getting morata as a new striker for barcelona. Lewandowski has been coming to the end of his career as a striker.
He shall consider what next step to be taken by him. I do believe that if morata will not be leaving from atletico madrid. People have known so well. The decline of lewandowski performance has become the main reason why xavi is willing to sell him.
Who will be the club that interested to buy him other than saudi pro league club? If lewandowski will be leaving from barcelona as a free agent and it means barcelona has no right to get money from selling him.
Barcelona shall not terminate his contract if the club was willing to sell him for some money. I do aware if this is also the main reason why barcelona goes bankrupt in the future.

[Sakanwa]

I don't know why Arsenal still need a striker at the moment when they choose many strikers who currently have no injury list, is it because Arteta is still not satisfied with the strikers he has now?

You can't be completing for the league and  champions league with Gabriel Jesus and Nketiah as your strikers. I'm sorry but those are not players you rely on. They're good to a certain level but they're not world class. Arsenal needs at least one world class strikers. A striker than can creat something out of nothing. A striker that can lead the attack. The lack of that kind of striker won't be felt much now because Arsenal are playing well and scoring goals, but the time things get though and they'll need a striker that will score the only opportunity needed to win the game, that's where you'll understand how important a world class striker really is.
I'm not even too satisfied with Vlahovic that Arsenal are going after. He's good but I don't think he's what Arsenal need.
I feel Arsenal should go for a player like Osimhen.

You are absolutely correct on your point of not seeing Vlahovic as the attacker that Arsenal should follow,I personally do not like the Vlahovic,I just think he won't be able to give the gunners what they need too,Gabriel Jesus is a good attacker when He wants to play and score goals,the problem with him is that he lacks positioning,and that alone is what Arsenal fans dislike him for.If they want to bring in another attacker,it should be either Osimhen or Ivan Toney,atleast Toney has premier league experience,and he can play the pattern of football at Arsenal.Gabriel Jesus is only doing well in the champions league,but it is not good that he doesn't score goals in the premier league.He should try and score goals in the premier league so that Arsenal can be able to rely on him

[X-ray]

It is not easy to find "cheap" strikers neither, and yes we are getting closer to winter break so whatever amount they have left in the bank they could spend it all but who could they even get? You know they can't get Haaland, or even Mbappe (who is not a pure striker, more like left winger) Osimhen? Way too expensive, Lautaro Martinez? Way too expensive, they really can't get any striker that would be better than Jesus right now, I am not saying they do not need one, but there is just no possibility of it. I am all for them getting some 20-30 million euro type of striker for the bench, to create some depth, which would allow them to have freedom during the league games, but not a "better" striker than what they have.

There are many cheap strikers. You have mentioned only the expensive strikers and what about guirassy? This guy has around 17 millions release clause. If we are talking about the performance of new strikers in the new club. It totally depends on the how they can adapt to the club.
Buying the expensive striker didn't guarantee if that striker will able to deliver for the club. So numerous times various clubs have proven that they bought expensive players for nothing.
Just like antony and mount on manchester united. Those guys bought with very expensive price but manchester united has got nothing from all of them. They keep deliver horrible performance for the club.

The cheap striker didn't mean they were bad. Sometimes, they were not in the good place. The new place may be able to replace their mentality to be even better than before too.
People are also aware of how some cheap strikers performing even better in the new club. It is not always about a striker which is very popular.

[SeriouslyGiveaway]

Real Madrid and Kylian Mbappe's story is turning into a continual soap play. The last two seasons, I've been watching this, and its always the same: Real Madrid is interested, but Mbappe stops talking. They're now saying they wont go after him, but who knows? These things can change quickly in the world of transfers. I am not waiting with bated breath for the move window to open. That depends on whether Real Madrid keeps their word or goes after someone younger like Endrick. Regarding Mbappe joining Liverpool, I believe that is more of a work of fiction than a fact. Liverpool is a great team, but Real Madrid seems to be the only real player in this game.

Recently, there have been many rumors suggesting that Liverpool is actively pursuing Mbappe's signature, and I find this quite surprising. However, I think it signifies a shift in tradition for two reasons. First, Liverpool has not been a team that frequently splashes the cash for blockbuster transfers; it's not their style. Second, personally, I feel Mbappe might not prefer playing in the Premier League in general, and Liverpool, in particular. The glamour of Real Madrid seems more appealing to him.

However, it seems that Mbappe is reluctant to provide an explanation and PSG has no intention of selling this key player and continues to try to persuade the player to press for a new contract and up to now Mbappe has still not provide certainty.

The likelihood of Mbappe renewing his contract with PSG is quite low due to recent conflicts and disagreements between him and coach Luis Enrique. It would be challenging to perform well when there's such discord between a key player and the coach. It's also time for Mbappe to seek new triumphs for himself. He's still young and should venture into more competitive leagues than Ligue 1.
Currently, there are too many options for Mbappe to consider where he fits both in terms of playing style and the potential to win the titles he lacks to be on par with Ronaldo and Messi as one of the world's top players.

[asriloni]

Apart from the rumors circulating about David De Gea possibly heading to the Saudi league, quite surprising news came from Newcastle because they were interested in bringing the former Manchester United goalkeeper to St James Park. I think it is the right decision for Newcastle if they can get David De Gea, who is still a free agent until now and we will see David De Gea return to the EPL with a different club.

Newcastle is trying to take this step because Nick Pope reportedly suffered a dislocated shoulder after the match against Manchester United last week and it is possible that he will be out for up to 4 months. What do you think? Is David De Gea the right goalkeeper for Newcastle?

It is surprising if Newcastle wants to sign De Gea because they actually have 4 goalkeepers (Nick Pope, Martin Dúbravka, Loris Karius, Mark Gillespie). If Nick Pope must take a rest for few months, there are still 3 goalkeepers to replace the position. Those goalkeepers are experienced enough, they are all old goalkeepers who have been more than 30 years old. If Newcastle signs De Gea, they will have another old goalkeeper.

Well, if we consider the quality of De Gea, it is quite good to have him on the squad. De Gea is one of the top goalkeepers in his prime era, he also have a lot of experience both in Man United and Spanish national team. There is no harm to sign him, especially if he doesn't demand a high salary. Newcastle also doesn't need to pay the transfer fees because his status is free agent.

No doubt that if newcastle is looking for a new goal keeper. De gea is the only best option owned by newcastle right now. De gea is fully experienced goal keeper to play in EPL. No doubt that if eddie howe has been also trying to take him as probably secondary goal keeper. It will be a very nice offer for de gea caused by he will be playing in one of big club in the EPL right now. I do support this. It's really understandable for us to know why newcastle chooses de gea instead of other goal keeper.
De gea is fully experienced goal keeper combined he was also become even more mature. Playing in the newcastle may give him new impression that can also change his performance.
De gea was good but he was to often making blunder when he was playing for manchester united. De gea deserves another chance to play in the EPL as well. I hope this news is coming true.
It's not only fake rumor.

[rendravolt]

Apart from the rumors circulating about David De Gea possibly heading to the Saudi league, quite surprising news came from Newcastle because they were interested in bringing the former Manchester United goalkeeper to St James Park. I think it is the right decision for Newcastle if they can get David De Gea, who is still a free agent until now and we will see David De Gea return to the EPL with a different club.

Newcastle is trying to take this step because Nick Pope reportedly suffered a dislocated shoulder after the match against Manchester United last week and it is possible that he will be out for up to 4 months. What do you think? Is David De Gea the right goalkeeper for Newcastle?

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-12822889/Newcastle-consider-shock-David-Gea-Man-Uniteds-former-goalkeeper-option-replace-injured-Nick-Pope-four-months-hell-wage-cut.html

If this news is true then i will fully support it. De gea was not older enough as a goal keeper. He was better compared with onana. Newcastle will able to recruit him since de gea will be also staying in europe. It will be very interesting thing to see him back again in the EPL as a newcastle goal keeper. As long as newcastle will offer him good salary and i think that de gea will be going there. I hope it will be true.

Newcastle needs a good and experienced goal keeper right now. Glad howe has been seeing him as one of good solution to fix the current problem faced by newcastle. I hope there will be further development from this news.
Im hoping so much for de gea will able to play in the EPL again. Having him in the competition is good. Newcastle is not wrongly choosing the candidate.

Newcastle fans are also feeling so happy with this.

Last season's EPL golden glove winner still deserves to be at the highest level in Europe and there is nothing wrong with Newcastle signing him. It may only be an offer of one to two seasons and basically David De Gea is a good goalkeeper but he has been thrown out of the Manchester United squad.

I am curious about the expressions and feelings of the Red Devils fans when they see their flagship goalkeeper return to the EPL with a different club and there are definitely those who feel disappointed or annoyed with the decision of management and Erik Ten Hag. Well, let's just wait for the development of this transfer and if this happens in the near future it will be quite a shocking transfer before the January transfer window opens.

[makishart]

Real Madrid and Kylian Mbappe's story is turning into a continual soap play. The last two seasons, I've been watching this, and its always the same: Real Madrid is interested, but Mbappe stops talking. They're now saying they wont go after him, but who knows? These things can change quickly in the world of transfers. I am not waiting with bated breath for the move window to open. That depends on whether Real Madrid keeps their word or goes after someone younger like Endrick. Regarding Mbappe joining Liverpool, I believe that is more of a work of fiction than a fact. Liverpool is a great team, but Real Madrid seems to be the only real player in this game.

Recently, there have been many rumors suggesting that Liverpool is actively pursuing Mbappe's signature, and I find this quite surprising. However, I think it signifies a shift in tradition for two reasons. First, Liverpool has not been a team that frequently splashes the cash for blockbuster transfers; it's not their style. Second, personally, I feel Mbappe might not prefer playing in the Premier League in general, and Liverpool, in particular. The glamour of Real Madrid seems more appealing to him.

However, it seems that Mbappe is reluctant to provide an explanation and PSG has no intention of selling this key player and continues to try to persuade the player to press for a new contract and up to now Mbappe has still not provide certainty.

The likelihood of Mbappe renewing his contract with PSG is quite low due to recent conflicts and disagreements between him and coach Luis Enrique. It would be challenging to perform well when there's such discord between a key player and the coach. It's also time for Mbappe to seek new triumphs for himself. He's still young and should venture into more competitive leagues than Ligue 1.
Currently, there are too many options for Mbappe to consider where he fits both in terms of playing style and the potential to win the titles he lacks to be on par with Ronaldo and Messi as one of the world's top players.

Im waiting for which teams that are going to play 100 millions signing bonus + 35 millions salary. To be honest, if mbappe is realy really smart in this case. he is willing to leave from PSG caused by he wanna join in other club as a free agent but he puts signing bonus as his main requirement. That means the club was not playing for the club who has contract with him. The club was playing at the mbappe directly. Mbappe will get 100 millions + 35 millions for is yearly salary.

This guy is so smart when it comes to the financial strategy regarding his contract. He know that how to get many as much as he want. Mbappe os genius. His popularity was also affecting it as well.

[KTChampions]

Probably if Newcastle considers him as an option then yes. I heard that he recently had surgery related to his vision and wears glasses (maybe temporarily?). For a goalkeeper, vision is one of the most important qualities, but apparently it was a planned operation and there is nothing serious if Newcastle are thinking about signing him. Pope's injury is another force majeure event for Newcastle and for my fantasy team. This will be another forced transfer 

An option as a loan for 1 season would be better, not a permanent contract?

David De Gea is now quite old, if for example Newcastle only brought in to replace Pope during the recovery of 1 season then I think De Gea would be very suitable he is still quite skilled despite his age.

With the surgery that has been done is it likely to affect his performance? Moreover, using glasses for clearer vision for him.
But I think this is just a rumor not necessarily and I read the news that indeed David De Gea is very open to the offer.

De Gea cannot be loaned as he is a free agent. Therefore, you can sign a contract with him of any duration, even for 4 months while Pope recovers (unless, of course, there are any restrictions from the players’ union or the like).
I am increasingly inclined to believe that this is the best option for De Gea himself - he can prove to everyone that he is still a top goalkeeper and then either sign a contract with a big club or go to Saudi Arabia on favorable terms.

[Hirose UK]

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De Gea cannot be loaned as he is a free agent. Therefore, you can sign a contract with him of any duration, even for 4 months while Pope recovers (unless, of course, there are any restrictions from the players’ union or the like).
I am increasingly inclined to believe that this is the best option for De Gea himself - he can prove to everyone that he is still a top goalkeeper and then either sign a contract with a big club or go to Saudi Arabia on favorable terms.

It true, because De Gea doesn't have contract with any team or can be said to be on free transfer, there is no loan option and all he can do is sign contract for whatever period of time as stated in the agreement.
But if Newcastle really makes an agreement with De Gea to be able to play there while Nick Pope is absent then that is the right action because De Gea is also pretty good goalkeeper and can be relied on.
Having De Gea will enable Newcastle to still have perfect squad without single player missing and the goalkeeper is also player who is difficult to get.

Moreover, this is an opportunity for De Gea to return to the Premier League by playing against big English team and it is also true that it can be used as proof that De Gea is still great goalkeeper.
There is also possibility that he could be looked at by other teams from Europe if he manages to show good performance.

[TastyChillySauce00]

I have been hearing that if maginan has been targeting by so many clubs then goal has release a news about him which has been targeting by 4 big clubs. That's unbelievable thing for me to see how maignan is still getting lots of interest.
Several clubs like bayern, manchester united, chelsea or even PSG has been putting him as the main target. It seems like that MU is not feeling satisfied with onana. The club tries to get a new goal keeper. It seems like that MU is getting tired of onana.

If MU will able to get maignan and im sure onana will be benched. chelsea is also trying to do the same. The club has two goal keepers and adding maignan will make it have three goal keepers in total.
The competition is very strict to get him. There are lots of transfers are going to happen soon.

Even chelsea and MU are looking for a new goal keeper. The thing that shocked me was chelsea. It was looking for to have three goal keepers. Unbelievable.

https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-chelsea-bayern-battling-to-land-mike-maignan-ac-milan-contract-hit-roadblock/

[klidex]

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The likelihood of Mbappe renewing his contract with PSG is quite low due to recent conflicts and disagreements between him and coach Luis Enrique. It would be challenging to perform well when there's such discord between a key player and the coach. It's also time for Mbappe to seek new triumphs for himself. He's still young and should venture into more competitive leagues than Ligue 1.
Currently, there are too many options for Mbappe to consider where he fits both in terms of playing style and the potential to win the titles he lacks to be on par with Ronaldo and Messi as one of the world's top players.

If Mbappe decides to leave PSG when his contract expires, that is a good opportunity for Mbappe because PSG no longer has the right to where Mbappe will continue his career. At PSG Mbappe will only win the domestic league title because PSG still has no chance of winning the Champions League title. if Mbappe goes to a big club like Real Madrid or Manchester City he will have the opportunity to win the Champions League title at least with one of these clubs Mbappe will become a big star like Ronaldo because the club will carry his name, I hope Mbappe will soon decide on the end of his contract later and does not want to continue his career at PSG even though PSG has already made its name.

[Phoenix Anka]

It is not easy to find "cheap" strikers neither, and yes we are getting closer to winter break so whatever amount they have left in the bank they could spend it all but who could they even get? You know they can't get Haaland, or even Mbappe (who is not a pure striker, more like left winger) Osimhen? Way too expensive, Lautaro Martinez? Way too expensive, they really can't get any striker that would be better than Jesus right now, I am not saying they do not need one, but there is just no possibility of it. I am all for them getting some 20-30 million euro type of striker for the bench, to create some depth, which would allow them to have freedom during the league games, but not a "better" striker than what they have.

I think they won't have the financial strength to buy a big striker in the middle. If a budget is created through player sales at the end of the year, Arsenal can spend it on the striker. Gabriel Jesus is a good striker, but he also needs an alternative. Maybe they can bring Stuttgart striker Guirassy to the team. I think it will be useful. It is certain that they will not be able to get Haaland and Mbappe.

[asriloni]

https://www.90min.com/posts/serhou-guirassy-targeting-premier-league-move-man-utd-links
The news above has explained that if guirassy has been putting EPL as his main target. So far, Man u was the only club that has been linked to him. I don't even see other EPL club that is also targeting him at this moment. Im feeling so confidence for guirassy to go to the manchester united.
This is another gambling from manchester united after the club had bought hojlund from atalanta last season. Will guirassy show better performance compared to the hojlund. Will he become another flop?
I can't really comment on the possible output of him in united but the thing that i know if there's no guarantee guirassy will able to perform as well as when he played for stuttgart. Stuttgart has not been showing an approval to get him too.

This also becomes a challenge for manchester united to get him as a new striker for the club. The speculation for manchester united is probably tired of hollund's performance in EPL might be true.
Ten hag is looking for a new striker.

[topbitcoin]

Nkiteah and Jesus are still quite reliable in addition to there are several adequate left / right wing strikers now, but I don't know the reasons behind the management for example who asked for it but currently Arsenal are still strong with a makeshift squad now.

If Arteta quest to get another good striker from Juventus become successful, they will sell Jesus out because it seems that Juventus are having much interest in buying Gabriel and it's going to be a perfect swap for Vlahovic to get a new striker or they may go for Ivan Tony as their next interest of the striker.

I think they still won't let Gabriel go even if there's a striker like Dusan in the squad.
Dusan will be given more trust if he comes to Arsenal but Gabriel will not be let go just like that because his performance is still reliable.

Gabriel's role is not only to score goals at Arsenal because even though he is a striker, he can also be a distraction from the opposing players so with 2 types of strikers where Dusan is a targetman and Gabriel who can play more of a role in his movement without the ball Arteta will have several options for changes in attack schemes so I think this can still be done.

But this also depends on Gabriel because the priority of the core players in the squad will be replaced if Dusan comes to Arsenal.

[tusandii]

Im waiting for which teams that are going to play 100 millions signing bonus + 35 millions salary. To be honest, if mbappe is realy really smart in this case. he is willing to leave from PSG caused by he wanna join in other club as a free agent but he puts signing bonus as his main requirement. That means the club was not playing for the club who has contract with him. The club was playing at the mbappe directly. Mbappe will get 100 millions + 35 millions for is yearly salary.

This guy is so smart when it comes to the financial strategy regarding his contract. He know that how to get many as much as he want. Mbappe os genius. His popularity was also affecting it as well.

Yes, that is Mbappe's intelligence and if he was smarter he should get a big salary but he could have a career at the right club to improve his career so that his popularity would increase much more so that the market price would definitely increase.
Initially I believed Mbappe was not only thinking about money but the future of his career but my thinking was wrong, it turns out Mbappe was thinking about money and maybe this was the reason Real madrid were not too interested in this player after seeing his dramatic intelligence so Madrid preferred to look for another striker.
I think if Mbappe only thinks about money, maybe a club from the Saudi pro league will be able to sign him for the amount he wants.

[shogun47]

Nkiteah and Jesus are still quite reliable in addition to there are several adequate left / right wing strikers now, but I don't know the reasons behind the management for example who asked for it but currently Arsenal are still strong with a makeshift squad now.

If Arteta quest to get another good striker from Juventus become successful, they will sell Jesus out because it seems that Juventus are having much interest in buying Gabriel and it's going to be a perfect swap for Vlahovic to get a new striker or they may go for Ivan Tony as their next interest of the striker.

I think they still won't let Gabriel go even if there's a striker like Dusan in the squad.
Dusan will be given more trust if he comes to Arsenal but Gabriel will not be let go just like that because his performance is still reliable.

Gabriel's role is not only to score goals at Arsenal because even though he is a striker, he can also be a distraction from the opposing players so with 2 types of strikers where Dusan is a targetman and Gabriel who can play more of a role in his movement without the ball Arteta will have several options for changes in attack schemes so I think this can still be done.

But this also depends on Gabriel because the priority of the core players in the squad will be replaced if Dusan comes to Arsenal.

Gabriel Jesus is no worth than Vlahovic. Actually I think they are at least equal in quality and I also think that a highly technically versed player like Jesus fits better into the team, the system and the style that Arsenal is playing. This could just be my taste and I wonder what everyone here thinks, but what did Vlahovic achieve in his career? Everyone thought he would instantly breakthrough at Juventus, but he isn't as strong as most people thought because he scored so many goals at a young age for Fiorentina. This doesn't mean he is bad, not at all, but we are talking about a player who went from Fiorentina to Juventus and got worse.