++ [ originally posted by Paranoia ] ++
i know this may sound nonsensical,but i really do feel we need star players.top players are choosing the likes of inter over us and many just can't figure out why.well,i have some idea as to why this can possibly be the case.they have the stars.
juve don't have enough already,and soon it will get worse.i would only regard buffon,del piero,thuram and davids as stars,and probably nedved as well.before i go further,let me state me definition of a star.imho,a star is a player who is universally acclaimed and renowned for his ability,and an instantly recognizable name to the average football fan.someone who can draw the crowds and sell the shirts.
now,of the names i mentioned,davids will be leaving us soon,nedved and thuram in a season or two,and del piero soon after-leaving us with only buffon.and unless we really undergo a crisis,moggi will seek to replace these players with the cheapest and most easily available option.
i'm not saying they won't be good,but they won't be stars.a good example would be appiah.we know how effective and good he is.but he ain't a star.similarly,i do think the rest of the squad is very good.but who doesn't want their team to have the 'oomph' factor?
sure,it'll cost more money,but it will bring alot to juve as well.the added x-factor,the crowds,jersey sales,more fans, and attracting potentially more big name signings.and with big name players,it would elevate our status amongst other football fans,people involved in the sport,the bookmarkers and ultimately the juventini ourselves.