djleli said:
forget barzagli he is really overated ..... you want our youngsters to shine then i say.... criscito for sure that player is pure talent mark my words..... and i would definatly get massiello back and play him in the last matches when we are already obtained a seria a spot..... he aint playng with siena
If we are to be instant challengers in Serie A next year, then no offence but we will need
far better solutions in central defence than Boumsong, Legrottallie, Criscito & Masiello. If you look at Barzagli, he is prob the 3rd best Italian CB at the moment. Canna & Nesta obv better, but you have to rank Barzagli over Matrix who has very limited skills & an even more limited temper. Central defence is our only weak area as people have already posted. Our keeper is the Worlds Greatest of All Times, with a top quality backup, full backs we have the best group in Italy with Balza, Biri & Chiellini plus De Ceglie learning from them. Central midfield needs 1, maybe 2 world class additions (Mascherano maybe?), with GG or Zanetti playing & Paro getting the valuable experience he needs. On the flanks we are very strong, Camo, Nedved & Marchionni, with Palla able to provide depth. Up front, depending on Trezegol's plans & our ability to keep Boji, we look very strong. Ale is still a great source of inspiration, leadership & has always provided key goals at vital moments. Another one or two additions here would complete an awesome squad, capable of challenging on all fronts.
Overall we must remember that we need to return to our former position atop of serie A, with world class additions this is possible. We have lost 6 top players (wether we hold that esteem for them is another matter) without spending on replacements, instead using our vast array of hungry young talent to fill the void. You have to believe the board will use the monies generated to bring in 5 or 6 top notch replacements in time for next season.