what defenders did juve lose from last season? Sandro and Rugani? They replaced them with Cabal and Kalulu. Sandro was beyond dusted, no doubt Cabal is an upgrade there. A healthy Kalulu > Rugani.
Yes but bear in mind we played with a back 3 for most of last season IIRC. Also Motta's defensive setup (at least at Bologna) requires a ball-playing CB which we dont have.
Yes but bear in mind we played with a back 3 for most of last season IIRC. Also Motta's defensive setup (at least at Bologna) requires a ball-playing CB which we dont have.
For Arthur, hope news about interest from Saudi is true. Only them can afford his salary.
De Sciglio : to Empoli
Kostic : To Fiorentina
Djalo : To Stuttgart (Loan + Obligation)
Chiesa : To Barca, but it seems they offer still too low and has issue registering player. Expect PSG, Arsenal, Chelsea, Pool who still look for winger have interest
3 goals and 3 assists in 21 games is a bit underwhelming. It sounds like he had a good performance in the CL semi.
If we can get him on loan with an option without paying crazy money he is worth the gamble. He hopefully sees it as a chance to prove he can be a top player outside of Dortmund and gets his head down. Being away from the UK should hopefully help his behaviour.
If we can get him near his form in his first spell at Dortmund it would be brilliant. We are crying out for quality in attacking areas.
His workrate has been questioned in the past, Motta likes all his players to press. I've not seen him enough, but what's his off the ball pressing like?