Right now I don't think we are in the market for high end 28/29 year old players, we need a leap in stature. Decent foreign players like Krasic sure, guys we can develop, but not the signings Inter make. I don't think the Krasic's signing shows we can compete with Inter, Krasic and Dzeko are the maximum we can aim for right now, very good players at smaller sides. Eto'o, Lucio, Sneijder, not right now. You must see the difference between these players. Not just ability, but their standing in the game. I haven't revoked my points, I said Serie A experience is important, but isn't necessary for every player.
I don't think Inter paid a ton for Lucio either... a lot of the rumors were in the 5-7ME range, though I don't think they ever released the official price. That price represents excellent value, and considering how badly we need CL football (given the new stadium opening etc., as well), plugging a reasonably priced veteran or two into the lineup - especially into our defense - for a few years might be wise. A solid 28-29 year old defender could give us 4-5 seasons of quality!
A 28-29 year old forward like Cassano could help carry this club into the CL through some tough transitional years.
Also, with the poor spending habits of certain large clubs the past few years, and the amount of player turnover that's happening, there have been a few pretty good deals - no need to limit ourselves to one strict philosophy.
Anyway, I just think that our management needs to assess each situation on it's own specific circumstances. No need to generalize.
Why do we still not have a real LB?
