⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions

[Despairo]

For a while I have not heard or read anything on Mason Greenwood, I don't know how far his case has gone and if their are hopes of him wearing the red devil's jersey again. I can't wait for this whole saga to go down and see him back on the pitch again becuse I really miss the lad, fine player who was dubbed the new Van Persie. Manchester united seem to be moving on already with Anthony at the moment but I have faith in Greenwood to return and fight for his position.

I think it's hard for him to comeback since he already not play football for around 7 months and still count, he will need to take training exercise until he can compete against Antony and Cristiano Ronaldo. But he's still young, so it's not a problem if he need to take few years until he become a good player like before.

Sad to see Tuchel got fired because the beginning performance of Chelsea wasn't good and Tuchel reject Ronaldo while Chelsea chairman e.g. Todd Boehly want Ronaldo. Since Tuchel already got replaced, is there any chance Ronaldo might join Chelsea?

[Luzin]

Sad to see Tuchel got fired because the beginning performance of Chelsea wasn't good and Tuchel reject Ronaldo while Chelsea chairman e.g. Todd Boehly want Ronaldo. Since Tuchel already got replaced, is there any chance Ronaldo might join Chelsea?

All can happen, but if according to the gains I think it is only for the short term. Ronaldo's experience is beyond doubt, but his physique has greatly declined. For a premier league that runs a lot he won't be effective. I think buying him for that champion would be useless. But if it is for business, it may be profitable. If Ronaldo goes there, maybe he can play in the UCL. But they are also in transition. It seems difficult if you have to adapt. Whereas Man United they have started and are already looking better, I think Ronaldo just needs to settle in at man United. If he leaves maybe they will also have to wait for the transfer market next season.

[poldanmig]

Normally they would have allocate a lot of time to think of the right transfer for this position. But they focused on signing defenders mainly while they needed a solid striker the most. They realized this very late and they had to act fast as a result. Aubameyang is still a good transfer of course but they had a lot of money to spend on a striker at the same time. If they had more time they could have made a bigger signing.

Yes, Chelsea too focused on building their defensive line, they forget they have no strong strikers. They are too late to sign Aubameyang, this player is exactly what they need since the first match of this season. I am sure Chelsea performance won't be so badly, and they maybe still in the top 4 on EPL table if Aubameyang played for Chelsea earlier. Chelsea scouts worked very poorly in the last transfer window.

I think it's not wrong if Chelsea are too focused on defense, considering their weakness since being left by several defenders this season, but what you say is also true because as well as strengthening defense, Chelsea should also focus on making the attack line sharper, the purchase of Aubaneyang at the end of the close of the transfer market in my opinion as a panic buy because if chelsea moved more actively of course they could get a striker who was younger and better than aubameyang, but we should wait how much aubameyang can contribute to chelsea under their new coach this season.

[hyudien]

Sad to see Tuchel got fired because the beginning performance of Chelsea wasn't good and Tuchel reject Ronaldo while Chelsea chairman e.g. Todd Boehly want Ronaldo. Since Tuchel already got replaced, is there any chance Ronaldo might join Chelsea?

All can happen, but if according to the gains I think it is only for the short term. Ronaldo's experience is beyond doubt, but his physique has greatly declined. For a premier league that runs a lot he won't be effective. I think buying him for that champion would be useless. But if it is for business, it may be profitable. If Ronaldo goes there, maybe he can play in the UCL. But they are also in transition. It seems difficult if you have to adapt. Whereas Man United they have started and are already looking better, I think Ronaldo just needs to settle in at man United. If he leaves maybe they will also have to wait for the transfer market next season.

Like Tuchel, almost all current coaches prioritize team performance so it is no longer like it used to be where one player is the main center. That's why Tuchel has repeatedly rejected Ronaldo and other coaches from doing the same. In addition, Ronaldo is only able to provide short-term prospects with his age which is no longer young and increasingly losing his productivity on the field. Meanwhile, coaches are now prioritizing long-term performance. We can see that the young players who are recruited show that the demand in the transfer market, managers and coaches is turning to the prospect of long-term players. What happens is that the coach wants the players to work hard, chase the ball, provide assists in every line. It's no longer like Ronaldo who just waits for the ball, is in the penalty box and scores goals.

[D-law]

The source is claiming that Barcelona are still going to pursue Bernardo Silva transfer in January. Because their salary cap has been increased by £490m.

https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/barcelona-transfers-mancity-bernardo-silva-27956287

Manchester City have stated before that they aren't intending to sell Bernardo Silva. I don't think that their decision would change easily unless they find a better alternative than him. These days I only see Neymar for the position. However his cost to Manchester City would be incredibly high. I don't think that they would think of taking a risk by signing an older player for a much higher value. If Barcelona are ready to spend very much money then they can try to bring Neymar back to the team for example. However I don't know what Xavi would think about that. Because this might mean a change in his system which he might not like to do.

Watching Bernado Silva play tells me he is a good match for Barcelona
They mancity turned down all moves for him this window
Bringing Bernado in would see Franke De Jong leave Barcelona
A good deal if you ask me, Xavi has big plans for Barcelona

[Avirunes]

For a while I have not heard or read anything on Mason Greenwood, I don't know how far his case has gone and if their are hopes of him wearing the red devil's jersey again. I can't wait for this whole saga to go down and see him back on the pitch again becuse I really miss the lad, fine player who was dubbed the new Van Persie. Manchester united seem to be moving on already with Anthony at the moment but I have faith in Greenwood to return and fight for his position.

Interesting .. Van Persie? huh  . Well yeah he had talent but I won't call him as next Van Persie given the position they both played in. Greenwood always rised up to occasion when United needed him but the whole thing will take time to settle down with him. I think Greenwood comeback is unlikely and that's why they signed a potential talent and not someone experienced. For Greenwood it will be starting from the scratch from another team but for United I find it unlikely but possible I might be proven wrong later on.

Honestly I would like to see him continue at United as he is a great talent and need a good team in order to develop and United is a best place for him.

[arimamib]

Yes, Chelsea too focused on building their defensive line, they forget they have no strong strikers. They are too late to sign Aubameyang, this player is exactly what they need since the first match of this season. I am sure Chelsea performance won't be so badly, and they maybe still in the top 4 on EPL table if Aubameyang played for Chelsea earlier. Chelsea scouts worked very poorly in the last transfer window.

I think it's not wrong if Chelsea are too focused on defense, considering their weakness since being left by several defenders this season, but what you say is also true because as well as strengthening defense, Chelsea should also focus on making the attack line sharper, the purchase of Aubaneyang at the end of the close of the transfer market in my opinion as a panic buy because if chelsea moved more actively of course they could get a striker who was younger and better than aubameyang, but we should wait how much aubameyang can contribute to chelsea under their new coach this season.

Graham Potter must get Chelsea back to winning ways, every line is Potter attention to make improvements. Potter should pay more attention to the back line that lacks discipline in holding off the opponent attack, but Potter must not forget the attack line to be even sharper in terms of scoring goals.
Potter must make Chelsea solid again in every line, Chelsea game must be improved in order to win again. The trust given to Potter must be able to make club owners happy with Chelsea's increasing performances.

[KTChampions]

The source is claiming that Barcelona are still going to pursue Bernardo Silva transfer in January. Because their salary cap has been increased by £490m.

https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/barcelona-transfers-mancity-bernardo-silva-27956287

Manchester City have stated before that they aren't intending to sell Bernardo Silva. I don't think that their decision would change easily unless they find a better alternative than him. These days I only see Neymar for the position. However his cost to Manchester City would be incredibly high. I don't think that they would think of taking a risk by signing an older player for a much higher value. If Barcelona are ready to spend very much money then they can try to bring Neymar back to the team for example. However I don't know what Xavi would think about that. Because this might mean a change in his system which he might not like to do.

But at the same time:

Barcelona must reduce wage bill next season, says LaLiga president Tebas

https://www.sportsmax.tv/football/international/item/105637-barcelona-must-reduce-wage-bill-next-season-says-laliga-president-tebas

Given that this year Barcelona was able to pull off this whole transfer campaign only thanks to levers, and next year there will be no levers (or Barcelona will not be able to use it), I don’t know why they need to increase the wage bill, given that in the future, they should reduce it even relative to current levels. Or will we see players sell out?

[LittleBitFunny]

For a while I have not heard or read anything on Mason Greenwood, I don't know how far his case has gone and if their are hopes of him wearing the red devil's jersey again. I can't wait for this whole saga to go down and see him back on the pitch again becuse I really miss the lad, fine player who was dubbed the new Van Persie. Manchester united seem to be moving on already with Anthony at the moment but I have faith in Greenwood to return and fight for his position.

Interesting .. Van Persie? huh  . Well yeah he had talent but I won't call him as next Van Persie given the position they both played in. Greenwood always rised up to occasion when United needed him but the whole thing will take time to settle down with him. I think Greenwood comeback is unlikely and that's why they signed a potential talent and not someone experienced. For Greenwood it will be starting from the scratch from another team but for United I find it unlikely but possible I might be proven wrong later on.

Honestly I would like to see him continue at United as he is a great talent and need a good team in order to develop and United is a best place for him.

I would like to say that Mason Greenwood obviously has some remarkable qualities. But the problem is he is only 20 years old and he is already having some legal issues. These things can be very detrimental to the career of any player. I think he can be released on bail. I think there was a time when if professional fighters got arrested people thought they would be coming back more ferociously than ever.

But for a sports personality, it is never a smart idea to get arrested. I just realized it sounds like I am saying that he got arrested willingly. But you can't be a 20 year old and have some serious allegations against you if you want to be a successful player one day. And another negative thing for his career is that Manchester United is not doing very well right now. So I also don't think that this is the most appropriate place for him to develop.

[EdenHazard]

Yes, Chelsea too focused on building their defensive line, they forget they have no strong strikers. They are too late to sign Aubameyang, this player is exactly what they need since the first match of this season. I am sure Chelsea performance won't be so badly, and they maybe still in the top 4 on EPL table if Aubameyang played for Chelsea earlier. Chelsea scouts worked very poorly in the last transfer window.

I think it's not wrong if Chelsea are too focused on defense, considering their weakness since being left by several defenders this season, but what you say is also true because as well as strengthening defense, Chelsea should also focus on making the attack line sharper, the purchase of Aubaneyang at the end of the close of the transfer market in my opinion as a panic buy because if chelsea moved more actively of course they could get a striker who was younger and better than aubameyang, but we should wait how much aubameyang can contribute to chelsea under their new coach this season.

Graham Potter must get Chelsea back to winning ways, every line is Potter attention to make improvements. Potter should pay more attention to the back line that lacks discipline in holding off the opponent attack, but Potter must not forget the attack line to be even sharper in terms of scoring goals.
Potter must make Chelsea solid again in every line, Chelsea game must be improved in order to win again. The trust given to Potter must be able to make club owners happy with Chelsea's increasing performances.

Even when they have bought and built that what so called stong defensive line , they conceded a lot still ... not sure what's wrong .. what's going on , it's just football .. it's just life tho . Ups and down. But anyway ... did you know that whenever chelsea sacked their manager at the very early season they won the champions league.

It happened two times back in conte times get sacked and lampard as well and this time? Say no more

[gabbie2010]

I heard rumors that Ronaldo is moving to Chelsea if that is  true it is fine. To me I think I would just prefer him to remain in Manchester United,  already Manchester United is becoming hot in performance.  It is not yet certain if Chelsea can be tough in performance anytime soon.

Most likely the rumors about Ronaldo's departure to Chelsea are getting stronger, because now Tuchel has been kicked out of the Chelsea training chair, after Chelsea was bent by dynamo Zagreb with a score of 0-1 in the Champions League, actually Boehly's relationship with Tuchel did not get along at the start of the season. this, the reason the two are not familiar is because of the Cristiano Ronaldo transfer problem, Tuchel refuses to bring in Ronaldo while Boehly is very adamant about bringing Ronaldo, because according to Boehly bringing Ronaldo is to provide profit for Chelsea from the commercial side.

Transfer window had already closed the chances of Ronaldo moving to Chelsea is not feasible now till maybe January 2023, Graham Potter would have to work with the present and existing squad to get good results, meanwhile Boehly probably thinks that the dismal performances of Chelsea since the beginning of this season was because Tuchel refused to sign Ronaldo instead signed Abumeyang who wouldn't have much commercial values like Ronaldo and well as the attacking sense of a striker, honestly when a team like Chelsea has the likes of pacy Raheem Sterling, Pulisic at the wings they will provide assist for Ronaldo to score goals consistently based on his experience in the game.

[Avirunes]

But for a sports personality, it is never a smart idea to get arrested. I just realized it sounds like I am saying that he got arrested willingly. But you can't be a 20 year old and have some serious allegations against you if you want to be a successful player one day.

Yeah it is very unlikely that he will play from the club as club also wants to stay away from the drama. But yeah it is not good for the player as well as it is like a stain which cannot be removed till the end.

And another negative thing for his career is that Manchester United is not doing very well right now. So I also don't think that this is the most appropriate place for him to develop.

I don't think that way. United are just going through a phase and it happens to every team. It doesn't means that it isn't the best place to develop. If that's the case then Martinez and Antony had done a bad choice moving to United..I hope that's not what you are implying.

They have world class facility and has a good history that every player dream to be a part of. That's why player like Casemiro, Martinez , Antony have made their moves. They don't believe in how club is performing but what they believe is that they can make things happen and turn around things and become crucial.

[NdaMk]

Interesting .. Van Persie? huh  . Well yeah he had talent but I won't call him as next Van Persie given the position they both played in. Greenwood always rised up to occasion when United needed him but the whole thing will take time to settle down with him. I think Greenwood comeback is unlikely and that's why they signed a potential talent and not someone experienced. For Greenwood it will be starting from the scratch from another team but for United I find it unlikely but possible I might be proven wrong later on.

Honestly I would like to see him continue at United as he is a great talent and need a good team in order to develop and United is a best place for him.

Greenwood actually is dubbed to be the next RVP, even Van Persie himself said he didn't such qualities at a young age. If you actually doubting it because of the position difference I think it was because Greenwood was used on the right flank but he was a Center Forward in man united academy. He just had to switch over to the right wing because of his favourite left foot and as at that time United lacked a natural left footed player. Greenwood himself once said that he will love to move back to the CF position and was actually learning some stuffs from Cavani. I could remember one of his headed goal against Tottenham and he said Cavani thought him that.

I think United would still call him back if he is proven not guilty of his charges. One could sense that as Man United still left his no 11 Jersey untouched even though they were Marquee signings this season.

Greenwood is a generational talent, I just wish we could see more of him again

[alpamar99]

Greenwood now doesn't seem to be able to be included in the discussion about MU's development because of the case he did and in this case MU must move quickly and actually, regardless of the price, Antony is one of the players to be reckoned with.
United know their capacity and where they lack it so a price like that doesn't matter as long as their form goes up and now it looks like the fans don't feel like Manchester United are at a disadvantage after Antony's arrival at OId Trafford.

For a while I have not heard or read anything on Mason Greenwood, I don't know how far his case has gone and if their are hopes of him wearing the red devil's jersey again. I can't wait for this whole saga to go down and see him back on the pitch again becuse I really miss the lad, fine player who was dubbed the new Van Persie. Manchester united seem to be moving on already with Anthony at the moment but I have faith in Greenwood to return and fight for his position.

In this case, even though MU still looks indifferent and does not discuss this, I think that re-entering Greenwood will definitely have an impact, especially when you see Fan's reaction when the case comes to the surface.
Regardless, he has now been unheard of for a few months and this could also be a strong signal for him not to be at United for another season.
He is one of those young players who are quite good but while he still can't get rid of his problems this will also be very difficult for United and Greenwood himself.

[RealMalatesta]

I would like to say that Mason Greenwood obviously has some remarkable qualities. But the problem is he is only 20 years old and he is already having some legal issues. These things can be very detrimental to the career of any player. I think he can be released on bail. I think there was a time when if professional fighters got arrested people thought they would be coming back more ferociously than ever.

But for a sports personality, it is never a smart idea to get arrested. I just realized it sounds like I am saying that he got arrested willingly. But you can't be a 20 year old and have some serious allegations against you if you want to be a successful player one day. And another negative thing for his career is that Manchester United is not doing very well right now. So I also don't think that this is the most appropriate place for him to develop.

It is obvious that when your name goes next to rape there are 2 possible ways that it could go. Either you were falsely jailed and you didn't do the crime and you should be coming back stronger than ever because you are the victim in that case. However, if you did commit the crime you are accused of then there is no coming back and he should be jailed until his whole career is over and even further. This is a serious crime and we do not need celebs to go scot free just because they are famous people, if you did a crime then you should be jailed and not come back from it.

[CLS63]

Carlo Ancelotti is about to sign a new contract with Real Madrid soon.

Real Madrid have had an awesome run with Ancelotti so far. He is like continuing from where Zidane left. The championships in the La Liga and Champions League both must have been enough for the team to continue with Ancelotti for longer years. They have had a strong chemistry with him. Teams like Real Madrid always need winner managers like Ancelotti for having consistent seasons. Otherwise it is a really big risk to take. PSG and Chelsea have taken this risk though by their choices for this season. But I can't imagine Real Madrid bringing an inexperienced manager after Ancelotti.

The source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11199793/Real-Madrid-prepare-offer-Carlo-Ancelotti-new-deal-extend-contract-club.html

[DanWalker]

Sad to see Tuchel got fired because the beginning performance of Chelsea wasn't good and Tuchel reject Ronaldo while Chelsea chairman e.g. Todd Boehly want Ronaldo. Since Tuchel already got replaced, is there any chance Ronaldo might join Chelsea?

All can happen, but if according to the gains I think it is only for the short term. Ronaldo's experience is beyond doubt, but his physique has greatly declined. For a premier league that runs a lot he won't be effective. I think buying him for that champion would be useless. But if it is for business, it may be profitable. If Ronaldo goes there, maybe he can play in the UCL. But they are also in transition. It seems difficult if you have to adapt. Whereas Man United they have started and are already looking better, I think Ronaldo just needs to settle in at man United. If he leaves maybe they will also have to wait for the transfer market next season.

Like Tuchel, almost all current coaches prioritize team performance so it is no longer like it used to be where one player is the main center. That's why Tuchel has repeatedly rejected Ronaldo and other coaches from doing the same. In addition, Ronaldo is only able to provide short-term prospects with his age which is no longer young and increasingly losing his productivity on the field. Meanwhile, coaches are now prioritizing long-term performance. We can see that the young players who are recruited show that the demand in the transfer market, managers and coaches is turning to the prospect of long-term players. What happens is that the coach wants the players to work hard, chase the ball, provide assists in every line. It's no longer like Ronaldo who just waits for the ball, is in the penalty box and scores goals.

It is true that Cristiano Ronaldo probably could have given his service for a shorter period of time. But that shorter period of time could have been the best time for Chelsea, at least in the attacking lineup. I was really surprised when Chelsea decided against bringing Cristiano Ronaldo to the team. Because I thought that could have been a great decision for Chelsea. Right now I can say that Chelsea is underperforming this season. Because the season has just started. There is still a long way to go. But the indication that the forward line of Chelsea is not working properly is that they have a -1 goal difference.

[Shasha80]

Carlo Ancelotti is about to sign a new contract with Real Madrid soon.

Real Madrid have had an awesome run with Ancelotti so far. He is like continuing from where Zidane left. The championships in the La Liga and Champions League both must have been enough for the team to continue with Ancelotti for longer years. They have had a strong chemistry with him. Teams like Real Madrid always need winner managers like Ancelotti for having consistent seasons. Otherwise it is a really big risk to take. PSG and Chelsea have taken this risk though by their choices for this season. But I can't imagine Real Madrid bringing an inexperienced manager after Ancelotti.

The source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11199793/Real-Madrid-prepare-offer-Carlo-Ancelotti-new-deal-extend-contract-club.html

Florentino Perez seems to be very satisfied with the performance of Ancelotti so far. In which the previous season Real Madrid appeared very
extraordinary by winning the La Liga trophy and also the Champions League trophy. Then entering the 2022/2023 season, Real Madrid's appearance
at the beginning of the season has been very satisfying, so far Real Madrid has always won. Carlo Ancelotti has said he wants to retire as a coach
after his contract expires in 2024. Ancelotti considers Real Madrid the last achievement of his career as a coach.

After all, Carlo Ancelotti is now 63 years old, so it can be said that it is time to retire. But it looks like Ancelotti's retirement plans will have to be
delayed by a few more years, because Real Madrid's management is eager to extend Ancelotti's contract. In the near future there will likely
be negotiations between Real Madrid's management with Ancelotti for a new contract. I think what Real Madrid management did was right,
because since Ancelotti became coach of Real Madrid, Real Madrid unexpectedly became stronger and harder to beat.

[CryptoPanda]

The source is claiming that Barcelona are still going to pursue Bernardo Silva transfer in January. Because their salary cap has been increased by £490m.

https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/barcelona-transfers-mancity-bernardo-silva-27956287

Manchester City have stated before that they aren't intending to sell Bernardo Silva. I don't think that their decision would change easily unless they find a better alternative than him. These days I only see Neymar for the position. However his cost to Manchester City would be incredibly high. I don't think that they would think of taking a risk by signing an older player for a much higher value. If Barcelona are ready to spend very much money then they can try to bring Neymar back to the team for example. However I don't know what Xavi would think about that. Because this might mean a change in his system which he might not like to do.

I think Manchester City's decision on Bernardo Silva still stands, Bernardo Silva is still an important player for city and Guadiola is so much insisting on keeping the player at the club. If Barcelona really want him they will have to be willing to spend a whopping sum of money which will be difficult to resist cause that is the only way Manchester City will be left with no choice but to let him go.

[JeromeTash]

Carlo Ancelotti is about to sign a new contract with Real Madrid soon.

Real Madrid have had an awesome run with Ancelotti so far. He is like continuing from where Zidane left. The championships in the La Liga and Champions League both must have been enough for the team to continue with Ancelotti for longer years. They have had a strong chemistry with him. Teams like Real Madrid always need winner managers like Ancelotti for having consistent seasons. Otherwise it is a really big risk to take. PSG and Chelsea have taken this risk though by their choices for this season. But I can't imagine Real Madrid bringing an inexperienced manager after Ancelotti.

The source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11199793/Real-Madrid-prepare-offer-Carlo-Ancelotti-new-deal-extend-contract-club.html

I don't know what you mean by inexperienced, but Real Madrid have signed unreliable and yet seemingly experienced managers in the past. I remember Rafa Benitez and then Julen lopetegui  
Carlo Ancelotti deciding to retire and not extending the contract would be a big blow to them, though a few guys like Thomas Tuchel can try to temporarily fill the void.