Summer Transfers Rumors/Speculation/Signed

soccernutter · Aug 31, 2013

Sweetness said: ↑

Most of Walker's problems seem to come from poor decision making imo. Unless Walker moves to midfield I don't see how a RB can avoid being put in situations where he needs to be relied on as a defender.
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It is as much his passing as defending. In the two PL matches this season, he has been terrible.

phoenixhazard · Aug 31, 2013

soccernutter said: ↑

It is as much his passing as defending. In the two PL matches this season, he has been terrible.
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i trust in avb's judgement and there hasn't been any rumblings about a new RB.

Reports are we are back in for Coentrao

And I really hope we don't sell Defoe period. And we shouldn't even sell Ade unless we have another striker pretty much signed at that point. 2 strikers for a season again does not appeal to me :\

BalanceUT · Aug 31, 2013

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But, can they all be on the pitch at once?

Colm · Aug 31, 2013

@SpursOfficial We have reached agreement with Swindon Town for the permanent transfer of Massimo Luongo. All our best wishes, Mass!

Shame about that, I thought he was highly rated too.

AudereEstFacere · Aug 31, 2013

Tottenham Hotswindon Town

sendorange · Aug 31, 2013

Yeah I was impressed with Luongo when I saw him live. The competition is so tough he was never likely to make it with us, but I still think he'll end up back in the Prem or upper Championship in a couple of years.

Hauler · Aug 31, 2013

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With all due respect bae is better at lb than either of our rb's...IMO of coursecourse
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I agree he has been the most consistent LB and probably full back in general, but I think the problem is that AVB doesn't rate him that much and I think he wants to find another option at that position. Yes Walker needs to start to eliminate his issues at RB, but I seriously think he will start to return to the form he had in years previous. I think if we could somehow get Fabio Contrateo we would be in an amazing position as he has the skills to get forward, but was an amazing defender for RM in years past.

BalanceUT · Sep 1, 2013

Transfer Window Countdown clocks (some leagues close several hours before BPL closes). http://www.epfl-europeanleagues.com/leagues_transfer_window.htm

phoenixhazard · Sep 1, 2013

Is Falque gonna get a run out this season? Or Ceballos?

vasilli07 · Sep 1, 2013

phoenixhazard said: ↑

Is Falque gonna get a run out this season? Or Ceballos?
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Falque already loaned to Rayo Vallecano.

BalanceUT · Sep 1, 2013

This may constitute the most official statement I've seen. AVB saying that Bale has moved on to RM.

Crimson · Sep 1, 2013

Yus! Bale is ours!

VICTORY!

BalanceUT · Sep 1, 2013

And, it is done. This from the Spurs Facebook page.

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The Club can announce that it has reached agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Gareth Bale.

Gareth joined from Southampton in May 2007 and during his six years with the Club made 203 appearances, scoring 55 goals.

Chairman, Daniel Levy commented, "Gareth was a player we had absolutely no intention of selling as we look to build for the future. He is a player whose career we have fostered and developed and he was only a year into his new four year contract.

"Such has been the attention from Real Madrid and so great is Gareth's desire to join them, that we have taken the view that the player will not be sufficiently committed to our campaign in the current season.

"We have, therefore, with great reluctance, agreed to this sale and do so in the knowledge that we have an exceptionally strong squad to which we have added no fewer than seven top internationals. More importantly, we have an immense team spirit and a dressing room that is hungry for success.

"We wish Gareth all the best in the future and he shall always be welcome at the Lane."
‪#‎THFC‬

GARETH BALE STATEMENT:

“I have had six very happy years at Tottenham but it’s the right time to say goodbye. We’ve had some special times together over the years and I’ve loved every minute of it.

“I would like to thank everyone at the Club, the Chairman, Board, staff, coaches and players – and most of all the fantastic fans who I hope will understand this amazing career opportunity.

“I am not sure there is ever a good time to leave a club where I felt settled and was playing the best football of my career to date. I know many players talk of their desire to join the club of their boyhood dreams, but I can honestly say, this is my dream come true.

“I am well aware that I would not be at the level I am today were it not for firstly Southampton and then Spurs standing by me during some of the tougher times and affording me the environment and support they have.

“Tottenham will always be in my heart and I’m sure that this season will be a successful one for them. I am now looking forward to the next exciting chapter in my life, playing football for Real Madrid."
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dashiel · Sep 1, 2013

£85.3 million. Silly money.

electrickeeper · Sep 1, 2013

dashiel said: ↑

£85.3 million. Silly money.
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sendorange · Sep 1, 2013

Yeah world record fee and 300k a week salary. We're signed our replacements, just have to hope they do well alongside all our upgrades.

Phillyspur · Sep 1, 2013

Claiming 'victory' is a curious sentiment. I hope both teams will benefit out of the trade; not certain if either will, yet.

Crafty · Sep 1, 2013

Crimson said: ↑

Yus! Bale is ours!

VICTORY!

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He's a good player. Don't ruin him.

phoenixhazard · Sep 1, 2013

Ancelotti has blocked the sale of Coentrao. We need another LB desperately. If we can't then I want Benoit back, Rose isn't cutting it.

adrenaline11 · Sep 1, 2013

phoenixhazard said: ↑

Ancelotti has blocked the sale of Coentrao. We need another LB desperately. If we can't then I want Benoit back, Rose isn't cutting it.
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The Mirror says he's free to to leave. They say we can only afford a loan, which if you're desparate to upgrade, is still a good option.

bmbersoccer5 · Sep 1, 2013

After losing to Arsenal today, these rumors of Ozil to them are unsettling...

It is nice to see the people on the Madrid forum freaking out about losing a player though. Hopefully it ruins the Bale transfer news for them.

phoenixhazard · Sep 1, 2013

bmbersoccer5 said: ↑

After losing to Arsenal today, these rumors of Ozil to them are unsettling...

It is nice to see the people on the Madrid forum freaking out about losing a player though. Hopefully it ruins the Bale transfer news for them.
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I doubt Arsenal will sign Ozil, he is probably one of Real's most important players. Plus I wouldn't be too worried about Arsenal beating us today, they were not the better team by miles at all, should've been a draw. Plus we will only get much much better as our players settle and unless they make big signings this is as good as they will get

bmbersoccer5 · Sep 1, 2013

Does anybody know the extent of the damage to Capoue yet?

phoenixhazard · Sep 1, 2013

SuperGiGi said: ↑

Congrats on selling Bale, maybe if you spend another 85 m pounds on that squad you can think about taking some points off of us ...

But seriously though, thanks for helping ensure that we sign Ozil, it is much appreciated ...
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enjoy another season of mediocrity you right git, or should i say texas redneck?

electrickeeper · Sep 1, 2013

The Double said: ↑

Madrid AND Arsenal fans in here now. There will be absolutely no trolling or cards and forum bans will be handed out. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Just for emphasis.

Also, don't feed the trolls, kids.