⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions

[Zaguru12]

I see that Gattuso has become the new coach of the Italian national team, and his competitors for this position were Cannavaro and Pioli. It is a bit strange for me to see such a decision, is Gattuso really better than Pioli? I do not remember any team where Gattuso could achieve any big results. And it turns out that Spalletti left after the defeat against Norway, I did not know about that either.

First thing was that I knew the Italians were never going to sign a foreign manager to manage them, they have been adopting the idea for long and keep on recycling the managers. When the race was reportedly to be between Cannavaro, Gattuso and Pioli after Rienere had rejected the offer, I definitely knew that Cannavaro didn’t stood a chance because of the experience barrier that the other two have had over him mostly managing top Italian teams.

Down to the two: Pioli and Gattuso, in terms of experience and achievements Pioli edges Gattuso with a Seria A title win with AC Milan compare to Coppa Italia win with Napoli by Gattuso. Although both have actually managed similar clubs but Pioli has had more experience in terms of long term at the clubs. The reason why Gattuso got in ahead of him was because he Pioli just signed for Fiorentina which will make the deal a bit complicated for Italy and that’s why Gattuso got the job

[Slow death]

Actually, Motta wasn’t bad, but the team wasn’t getting enough wins. When this happened, the Juventus management felt the need to change the manager. They played a few games with Igor Tudor and finished the league in a good position. Naturally, Juventus wanted to give you a chance and if he uses this chance well, they can make his contract even longer. We can say that it was an unlucky start to Motta’s career for the big teams. The team he will manage from now on probably won’t be better than Juventus.

Motta is still a very young coach and he does not have enough experience. Besides he is naturally very cautious, and I think that is exactly why he had so many draws. In situations where he needed to take a bit of a risk and go for the win he preferred safety, and ended up with a draw. Of course Juventus aims to bring back their dominance in Serie A, and Motta is too young and inexperienced so he will not be able to lead Juventus to the Scudetto. It was obvious that he would be replaced by another coach, and now we will see what Tudor can achieve with Juventus.

Honestly, I have many doubts about Igor Tudor's ability to make Juventus achieve anything, looking at his past jobs:

https://www.transfermarkt.com/igor-tudor/profil/trainer/28632

He has no major achievements. He was an assistant coach at Juventus in the past, but that was when Juventus was starting to decline and even then he was unable to turn Juventus around. I know that assistant coaches do not have much decision-making power, the ones who do are the head coaches. But he later became head coach at other teams like Veron, Lazio and I have not seen those teams achieve anything great.

A problematic team like Juventus needs a coach who has had experience in dealing with teams that have been in the same situation as Juventus. I would say that the best option for Juventus would have been Simone Inzaghi, former Inter coach. It is a shame that he went to the Saudi league. He would have been able to make Juventus great again.

[SatoPrincess]

I wonder where Galatasaray gets all of these money! They overpay Leroy Sane, and what the hell spending so much money for him. They're now going from not paying players wage to the overpay the players with unimaginable salary. They seem compete with Saudi as they paid the players with saudi sized salary.
To say he receives less than what he get at Bayern is wrong man. he received almost doubled from what he got from bayern.

I’m also stunned by how wealthy Galatasaray is, I didn’t know Turkish clubs spend so much in the transfer window. Galatasaray has made significant signings to their club, even though they could not get Victor Osimhen to sign for them Leroy Sane is the next best choice.

[Uruhara]

This is the right step taken by Juventus management because since being appointed as Juventus coach replacing Motta in the middle of last season Igor Tudor has shown positive changes so it is fitting for Juventus management to give time next season for Igor Tudor to build the team and prove that he has good qualities as a coach.
I am sure that if Juventus management can fully support Igor Tudor's steps to build the team then it is very likely that he will be able to make Juventus better next season.

Well, as long as the club is satisfied with the results produced by Igor Tudor for Juventus then it is indeed the right thing to extend his contract at the Juventus club. I personally am not really sure whether the results will be better for next season or not. But what is clear is that Igor Tudor may indeed have the capacity to maintain the existing quality. Regarding the increase or decrease, we still don't know for sure. It's just that if the club gives them the freedom to recruit the players they need, it could help Igor Tudor to make Juventus a better team than last season.

And yes, I hope the club can give Igor Tudor the freedom to choose which players to bring in to add strength to the Juventus team for next season. Moreover, next season Juventus will compete in the UCL.

[Arenga pinnata]

I wonder where Galatasaray gets all of these money! They overpay Leroy Sane, and what the hell spending so much money for him. They're now going from not paying players wage to the overpay the players with unimaginable salary. They seem compete with Saudi as they paid the players with saudi sized salary.
To say he receives less than what he get at Bayern is wrong man. he received almost doubled from what he got from bayern.

I’m also stunned by how wealthy Galatasaray is, I didn’t know Turkish clubs spend so much in the transfer window. Galatasaray has made significant signings to their club, even though they could not get Victor Osimhen to sign for them Leroy Sane is the next best choice.

Well, that's quite surprising. But this indicates that Galatasaray really seems to want to get maximum results next season. Leroy Sana was actually also interested in Arsenal. but Sane rejected the offer from Arsenal. And yes, I was also surprised that Sane apparently preferred to go to Galatasaray. But that's normal considering the offer Galatarasay made to Sane.

Another player that Galatasaray is trying to get is Bernardo Silva. (Sourch: https://www.goal.com/id/daftar/bernardo-silva-susul-leroy-sane-ke-galatasaray-manchester-city-terbuka-lepas-bintang-portugal-musim-panas-ini/blte8edae46d164b013#csbdfc2d98fbabe61e)
 And if Galatasaray is successful then I will really give huge appreciation to the Galatasaray club for bringing in really quality players.

[Alphie12]

I see that Gattuso has become the new coach of the Italian national team, and his competitors for this position were Cannavaro and Pioli. It is a bit strange for me to see such a decision, is Gattuso really better than Pioli? I do not remember any team where Gattuso could achieve any big results. And it turns out that Spalletti left after the defeat against Norway, I did not know about that either.

Both Cannavaro, Pioli, and Gattuso are not too good to coach the Italian national team because they don’t have good records across all the teams the manager.

Will Gattuso bring an end to the Italian team’s poor form?
Let’s hope so, but I think the problem is from the team selection. They need to bring their young players into the squad for a better performance because the Italian national team has good records in the past decades, they need to maintain that standard.

italy would have just kept spallietti if they knew this was their taget for coaches

[armanda90]

I see that Gattuso has become the new coach of the Italian national team, and his competitors for this position were Cannavaro and Pioli. It is a bit strange for me to see such a decision, is Gattuso really better than Pioli? I do not remember any team where Gattuso could achieve any big results. And it turns out that Spalletti left after the defeat against Norway, I did not know about that either.

After Spaletti stepping down as Italy manager due first defeating by Norway at FIFA World Cup qualifier match, Federazione Italiana Giuoco Calcio (FIGC) have appointed the Italy player former Gennaro Gattuso and officially public today.
Considering his reputation when becoming club manager, bit doubt decision made by FICG appointing Gennaro Gattuso as Italy manager, bad performance when becoming Milan's manager.
Gennaro Gattuso ratio percentage winning as Milan's coach around 49% and I don't think good achievement exactly Gattuso lack experience for becoming national team manager. Italy national team schedule next time against Estonia and Israel, both important matches for Gattuso proving him right appointed as Italy's manager and will Italy return back for participating at FIFA World Cup 2026 after failure last two edition in a row?

[Accardo]

I tell you what, with the signings of Frimpong, Wirtz and soon Kerkez, Arne Soot is cooking. We are going to start the season as favourites to defend the PL title.

With a starting XI of -

Alisson, Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Wirtz, Gakpo, Salah, Luis Diaz

Who is going to be able to stop that?

Arne Slot is definitely cooking something dangerous for the coming season despite finishing the season as league champions. I bet the goal is to remain up and dominate the league like Manchester City did for the 4-6 years. Liverpool are following in that direction with the signings they are completing this summer, it will be difficult competing against them for the title next season.

Frimpong isn't a perfect right back for the reds, similar to Alnold the guy he replaced, that position always dangles in Liverpool would they make similar mistake next season? Who knows how well Frimpong would perform in that wing. Slot, must correct the notion that he got to lead the EPL by luck via Arsenal's and city's injury outbreak, through defeating other competitions. He lost the FA cup, champions league and league cup final. If he strengthens the wing back and central striker position he'd be able to outsmart city and the gunners again and again, and find a place in winning other leagues.

[bitLeap]

I see that Gattuso has become the new coach of the Italian national team, and his competitors for this position were Cannavaro and Pioli. It is a bit strange for me to see such a decision, is Gattuso really better than Pioli? I do not remember any team where Gattuso could achieve any big results. And it turns out that Spalletti left after the defeat against Norway, I did not know about that either.

Gattuso has not achieved much during his career and I am also curious why Italy put Cannavaro and Pioli after Gattuso, even Claudio Ranieri is rumored to be on the list. We may need to give him time because even if there is no surprising achievement at least Gattuso has a new vision that he can achieve with the Italian national team.

[free-bit.co.in]

Paul Pogba is 32 years old. Arab clubs could have been a better option for him. I don't know how many more years he will play football. Although it varies greatly, on average, 34-35 years old is a good age to retire from football. He could have spent his retirement years earning a lot of money at Arab clubs. By staying in Europe, he has embarked on a new challenge. I think he wants to prove himself...

Glad to hear Pogba's comeback story. After an 18 month doping ban, his contract with Juve ended last November. For this doping ban, he has been training solo, now his agents are in advanced talks for a 2 year deal with Monaco. You know, Monaco already qualified for next season's Champions League, so huge expectations upon him if he joined Monaco. Another thing is, after leaving Le Havre, it is high time we see Pogba in any France club, with this team he could stake his spot for France's 2026 World Cup squad.

Yes, Saudi club might offer big wages and a less intense competitive environment, where Monaco is offering a chance of getting back his legacy with top level football. So Pogba is betting on rebuilding his legacy rather than cashing in.

[Unknown01]

Glad to hear Pogba's comeback story. After an 18 month doping ban, his contract with Juve ended last November. For this doping ban, he has been training solo, now his agents are in advanced talks for a 2 year deal with Monaco. You know, Monaco already qualified for next season's Champions League, so huge expectations upon him if he joined Monaco. Another thing is, after leaving Le Havre, it is high time we see Pogba in any France club, with this team he could stake his spot for France's 2026 World Cup squad.

Yes, Saudi club might offer big wages and a less intense competitive environment, where Monaco is offering a chance of getting back his legacy with top level football. So Pogba is betting on rebuilding his legacy rather than cashing in.

I'm really looking forward to seeing Pogba on the big stage in the CL again next year. If he manages to fulfill his potential and play like he used to, I'm sure many teams in Europe will regret not bringing him in.

I've always liked Pogba's style of play, so I really hope he makes the breakthrough

[hyudien]

I see that Gattuso has become the new coach of the Italian national team, and his competitors for this position were Cannavaro and Pioli. It is a bit strange for me to see such a decision, is Gattuso really better than Pioli? I do not remember any team where Gattuso could achieve any big results. And it turns out that Spalletti left after the defeat against Norway, I did not know about that either.

What? I immediately checked the truth of this and indeed the coaching chair has changed hands to Gattuso, I will ask the same thing on what basis and consideration they changed the coach. I think Spalletti is still much better than Gattuso, are there no other strong candidates? maybe we will see for the third time the Italian national team will not participate in the world cup, I heard from some people that Italy is finished. At first I did not agree but seeing this incident I agree.

[X-ray]

italy would have just kept spallietti if they knew this was their taget for coaches

A bit disagree with you in this. Neither keeping Spalletti or appoint Gattuso are good. I'd prefer to go to the another name, and it's Mancini.

I know Mancini made a mistake by left Italy's national team, but could be their alternative solution. Sadly, italy doesn't forgive his mistake.

[Plaguedeath]

I see that Gattuso has become the new coach of the Italian national team, and his competitors for this position were Cannavaro and Pioli. It is a bit strange for me to see such a decision, is Gattuso really better than Pioli? I do not remember any team where Gattuso could achieve any big results. And it turns out that Spalletti left after the defeat against Norway, I did not know about that either.

Gattuso only receive 2 Million Euros to become Italy's senior team coach, while Pioli get paid for 12 Million Euros, I think this the biggest reason. Since Italy force their coach must be Italian, hence Gattuso is selected even though his coaching history isn't great.

Let's see how Italy performance under Gattuso, my speculation is Italy won't qualify for the next round.

[Balmain]

Paul Pogba is 32 years old. Arab clubs could have been a better option for him. I don't know how many more years he will play football. Although it varies greatly, on average, 34-35 years old is a good age to retire from football. He could have spent his retirement years earning a lot of money at Arab clubs. By staying in Europe, he has embarked on a new challenge. I think he wants to prove himself...

Glad to hear Pogba's comeback story. After an 18 month doping ban, his contract with Juve ended last November. For this doping ban, he has been training solo, now his agents are in advanced talks for a 2 year deal with Monaco. You know, Monaco already qualified for next season's Champions League, so huge expectations upon him if he joined Monaco. Another thing is, after leaving Le Havre, it is high time we see Pogba in any France club, with this team he could stake his spot for France's 2026 World Cup squad.

Yes, Saudi club might offer big wages and a less intense competitive environment, where Monaco is offering a chance of getting back his legacy with top level football. So Pogba is betting on rebuilding his legacy rather than cashing in.

There is talk that Pogba could be transferred to MLS Major League Soccer or Saudi Pro League after his doping ban ends in March 2025. I heard that it was suggested to Monaca as well, if he goes to Monaca, as you said, he will have the opportunity to show himself in the Champions League, he will be able to show what he has when he returns. If he has trained well and is transferred to Monaca, Pogba may consider this transfer to attract the attention of other teams later. So I am glad he is back, it would be better if he goes to Europe, I want to see him playing in more competitive leagues, in his clean form.

[EL MOHA]

I wonder where Galatasaray gets all of these money! They overpay Leroy Sane, and what the hell spending so much money for him. They're now going from not paying players wage to the overpay the players with unimaginable salary. They seem compete with Saudi as they paid the players with saudi sized salary.
To say he receives less than what he get at Bayern is wrong man. he received almost doubled from what he got from bayern.

I don’t know think you actually read this contract well, Galatasaray overpaying Leroy Sane wages? On what grounds, he was on €15m annual while playing for Bayern Munich which was well above €280k wage per week but signing for Galatasaray he agreed €10m for his complete two years contract which is €5m annually and pretty a €98k per week, this is like him taking almost taking more than 65% pay cut from his time at Bayern Munich so I don’t think I see where they double his wages at the new club except I am reading something different.

Galatasaray do not have Those big resources like other clubs to pay out if not they would have attracted lots of players this summers, if they have funds to double Sane wages they would have used it to sign osimhen.

[Republikcoin.com]

This is the right step taken by Juventus management because since being appointed as Juventus coach replacing Motta in the middle of last season Igor Tudor has shown positive changes so it is fitting for Juventus management to give time next season for Igor Tudor to build the team and prove that he has good qualities as a coach.
I am sure that if Juventus management can fully support Igor Tudor's steps to build the team then it is very likely that he will be able to make Juventus better next season.

Giving full trust to Igor Tudor is something that Juventus should do because after all Juventus must be able to be better than last season in the next season's competition which at least is to be stronger in Serie A. But if next season Igor Tudor cannot get much better results than last season, then it is possible that Juventus management will also fire him at the end of the season and take someone else to be the new coach again. I hope Juventus can be a team that challenges for the Serie A title next season so that teams like Napoli, Inter Milan and others can have fiercer resistance from different rivals.

[Lida93]

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Plus, "old" is relative to player. 33 year old Ronaldo was winning titles, a 33 year old Hazard was not a football player basically. Whose 33 year old is "old" and whose 33 year old is "still young" depends on the player and how they take care of their body.

We need to realize, KDB is closer to "old" style because he got injured and got fat and not running anymore. This isn't some dude who has peak athletic ability or anything like that, he uses his brain, he is smart, he passes and playmakes very well, and I am sure he will still be good enough for Napoli. But, is he good enough to win premier league? or help a team win UCL? Of course not, hence we are not going to end up with any benefit to him keep being in Europe. That is why I expected him to move to Saudi league.

Now you're making a very interesting point (with the comparison)  which I had expected other users to shove into the discussion. Not all 33 years old players can still play fast and smart enough , what they depends on is their experience because they don't have that strength for tackling and attacking as much. And from what we have seen KDB in the previous season with several injuries in and out of the season. It's not misleading to say he ought to be playing in the Saudi league because he can't do much in the Serie A as some thinks.

[Webetcoins]

Gyökeres has been a player who has left his mark this year. He has scored many goals and has had the best period of his career at Sporting Lisbon. Of course, his former coach Amorim is trying to bring him to Manchester United. Arsenal could also be involved. It is also said that Real Madrid wants a striker who can play in Xabi's classic 9 position. This could indicate that Gyökeres is also on Real Madrid's radar. That is why he has many suitors and aspirants. Now the Swedish player will make the decision.

One thing that scares me about Gyokeres is that yes he has scored bunch of goals last season and this season and he showed himself to be a great player. But we have the stats, and we can go back and look at what he did in the past. Championship for example, 21 goals in 46 games, before that 17 goals in 45 games, so it is obvious that he was not a great scorer, that is not great numbers.

I still have no idea how he was sold for 20+ million after having such mediocre seasons, and he is not some 22 year old potential star neither. When all of these are considered, if United or Arsenal gets him, what guarantee do we have that he would not be able to score 20 goals all season long in all competitions? Maybe he will score like 17 all season, that's not good for that much money.

[Jatiluhung]

Now you're making a very interesting point (with the comparison)  which I had expected other users to shove into the discussion. Not all 33 years old players can still play fast and smart enough , what they depends on is their experience because they don't have that strength for tackling and attacking as much. And from what we have seen KDB in the previous season with several injuries in and out of the season. It's not misleading to say he ought to be playing in the Saudi league because he can't do much in the Serie A as some thinks.

Kevin de Bruyne is no longer young, but he is still able to compete well with the young players in the team. In Man City his role is always difficult to replace. And now when he leaves Man City of course De Bruyne will also remain one of the most reliable in the team that brought him. And in this case, Napoli, as the team that brought in De Bruyne, will definitely rely on De Bruyne. But fortunately the level of fierceness in Serie A is not like in the Premier League. Even though both are difficult leagues. But Serie A can be said to be a level easier than the Premier League.

And maybe without the injury he experienced previously, Kevin de Bruyne could now be a player who cannot be replaced even though he is no longer young. Unfortunately he has had to struggle with injuries in recent seasons. But fortunately De Bruyne was able to recover and can still play today.