dyslexic nam Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 11 hours ago, kacbru said: But I can also see Lille's perspective - worst case scenario they are in Europa League next year. They will have to replace David. That won't come cheap. If Osimhen was bought for $70M four years ago, and can be priced at $130M, surely David is worth more than $32M? There is a point at which it is in Lille's interest to walk away from a sale and risk that he goes on a free in order to get another season with him. That point is likely well below $32M, but the point exists. And to flip this around, from David’s perspective he may be okay with one more season at Lille and letting his contract wind down since he would be able to cash in with higher wages if a destination club saves a $30-$50M transfer fee. He would be an extremely attractive target for a wide range of clubs if he was available on a free transfer. johnyb, Canuckia, costarg and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 2 hours ago, dyslexic nam said: And to flip this around, from David’s perspective he may be okay with one more season at Lille and letting his contract wind down since he would be able to cash in with higher wages if a destination club saves a $30-$50M transfer fee. He would be an extremely attractive target for a wide range of clubs if he was available on a free transfer. Maybe Champions League again. 3 points back and 6 league games to go, including Monaco (away) who they are immediately chasing and Nice (home) who are right behind them. johnyb and Canuckia 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masster Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 Canuckia, johnyb, WestHamCanadianinOxford and 1 other 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 (edited) 1 hour ago, masster said: Says -the financial differences mentioned earlier - Napoli want 35M with add-ons, Lille want 50M - shouldn't be hard to work out because the clubs have a good relationship. -David is okay with going whether Napoli make Champions League or not. He likes the set-up. - Will triple his wages - to 3 million Euros. (not sure how correct the original salary is) - Club president wants to get it done before others come sniffing around. - Quote from David, given to another source, essentially saying : not sure who my agent has spoken to, I am concentrating on the pitch. Whether they will in be in Europe at all is in doubt. 6 games to go and 10 points off a Champions League spot (with 3 clubs in between) is a hard ask. Though with the new format, Italy is one the leagues that is currently getting an extra spot. If so, it's 6 points back, having played one more game than Roma and 2 clubs in between. Lazio, Juventus, Atalanta (all ahead of them) and Fiorentina (behind) are the teams left in the cup with its Europa League spot. By my reckoning, best case scenario, they are currently occupying the Conference League spot, losing the head to head tie-break with Lazio I believe. Forza Azzuri Edited April 17 by WestHamCanadianinOxford johnyb and mowe 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearcatSA Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Here's hoping for a strong showing by him at home in the second leg vs Aston Villa. Corazon, jdheid, Cheeta and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 35 minutes ago, BearcatSA said: Here's hoping for a strong showing by him at home in the second leg vs Aston Villa. I have given up on England getting one of the extra 2 Champions League spots he can batter them with impunity in my book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frmr Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 I was very critical of David last week but I’m going to go out on a limb and say he’s going to have a big game today. Calling a David goal but ultimately a hard fought exit from the tournament. Unnamed Trialist, johnyb and Obinna 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king1010 Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 On 4/17/2024 at 11:25 AM, WestHamCanadianinOxford said: Maybe Champions League again. 3 points back and 6 league games to go, including Monaco (away) who they are immediately chasing and Nice (home) who are right behind them. They're currently in a champions league third round qualifying spot as they are 4th in the table, 5 point clear of Nice. WestHamCanadianinOxford and johnyb 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king1010 Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Napoli would be a great spot in my opinion. A step up, but not a massive one which could see him rooted to the bench after a few off performances. Would be great if they sneak into Conference or Europa League. David would be able to pad his stats against some minnows. A couple good seasons at Napoli and the largest of the large clubs would come calling. If Napoli get him for $40M, some of those larger clubs would easily double that if he produces. johnyb and costarg 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 (edited) 6 minutes ago, king1010 said: Napoli would be a great spot in my opinion. A step up, but not a massive one which could see him rooted to the bench after a few off performances. Would be great if they sneak into Conference or Europa League. David would be able to pad his stats against some minnows. A couple good seasons at Napoli and the largest of the large clubs would come calling. If Napoli get him for $40M, some of those larger clubs would easily double that if he produces. I like the idea of him in Serie A, really does deserve to be in Europe though. Shouldn't be bullied into moving before the year shakes out. Edited April 18 by WestHamCanadianinOxford costarg and Unnamed Trialist 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narduch Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Starting v Aston Villa johnyb, Corazon, WestHamCanadianinOxford and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 11 minutes ago, narduch said: Starting v Aston Villa Nice they put teams I care about at different times (for once). The day is lost already. Canuckia, johnyb and narduch 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frmr Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 3 minutes ago, WestHamCanadianinOxford said: Nice they put teams I care about at different times (for once). The day is lost already. I'm also very pleased about this with the Liverpool game. I backed out of all my meetings today. WestHamCanadianinOxford and Canuckia 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 If a stream were to randomly appear out of nowhere for this game…. That would be pretty crazy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 11 minutes ago, InglewoodJack said: If a stream were to randomly appear out of nowhere for this game…. That would be pretty crazy When games are not on DAZN or TNT on a proxy, I have might have used footy...bite Nice finish by Yazici sebdeserio and InglewoodJack 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unnamed Trialist Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Wow, didn't realize it had started already! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 and Andre from a corner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frmr Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Still nothing near the net but David's press has been huge. sebdeserio 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Quiet game from JD, but Lille look so good. this Yoro kid is a real one. He kinda reminds me of Bombito. Crafty/quick CB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Güerito Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Just now, InglewoodJack said: Quiet game from JD, but Lille look so good. this Yoro kid is a real one. He kinda reminds me of Bombito. Crafty/quick CB. Quiet on the score sheet maybe, but his work rate has been very impressive. Hopefully it translates into a goal of his own. jhoops__ and Corazon 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 3 minutes ago, InglewoodJack said: Quiet game from JD, but Lille look so good. this Yoro kid is a real one. He kinda reminds me of Bombito. Crafty/quick CB. Yoro still has a ricket in him but he will go for big bucks. Bailey making a difference for Villa, now unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 1 minute ago, Güerito said: Quiet on the score sheet maybe, but his work rate has been very impressive. Hopefully it translates into a goal of his own. Winning his tackles and duels. Very few touches in general. Lille are trying to find him but it’s just not working. I think that’s opening up space on the wing for Yacizi. jhoops__ and Güerito 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frmr Posted April 18 Share Posted April 18 Yeah David's press has been immense. Has made some good runs but nobody found him. Game's not over but more than anything this has been an immense Lille performance and everyone has played their part. jhoops__, Corazon and Güerito 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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