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Don't forget that Isla, Asamoah and even Pepe are capable as makeshift central mids. Asamoah and Isla played there many times for Udinese. Peluso wasn't terrible as a LWB as long as it was in the odd game here and there - and don't forget Pepe can play as a wing back on either side. Honestly...

Overall I am satisfied with the mercato. At the end of the day, the key upgrade was Tevez. He is the only acquisition that slots straight into the 1st team without doubt. Ogbonna and Llorente are quality subs who have a realistic chance of fighting their way into the starting 11 with good...

Marotta did the right thing to walk away from Nainggolan if that was the price. That would have ruined the mercato. Pure waste of money. Would rather use that money to upgrade the attack when we have a better opportunity - i.e a better partner for Tevez. If I look at the starting line-up...

If its true he was worth 20m, I say thank god we didn't get him. I really don't understand why everyone is desperate for this guy. He is good, sure. But for a 2nd change sub that is beyond ridiculous unless you think he is a true Pirlo heir which clearly is not. I really don't get the logic...

Very uninteresting Italian formation consisting of 4 defensive mids and Tevez who will spend most of his time deep in midfield. Llorente up front on his own with his back to goal.

Ok, Here are the realistic negotiations from what it sounds like: 1) Marotta giving Zuniga one last shot - 6m + De Ceglie I heard. Although that is a remote possibility given where Benitez stands on Zuniga. 2) Nainggolan - Juve I heard wants to buy 50% - Cellino values him at 17m. Cellino...