Chelsea Banter Archive January 14 2014

14 Jan 2014 23:13:40
Has anyone heard anything on the zouma interest. Does it look like something may happen in the summer for him

Chelsea, Inter and Monaco are all defo interested! His agent, who seems to like to talk, has stated that the player prefers a move to Serie A or the Premier League and is in talks with clubs.

I think we'll sign him in the summer and sell Luiz - plus Terry to get a years extension; but that's just my opinion.

14 Jan 2014 18:00:21
Hi Ed - Long time no speak!

Quick question that I couldn't find the answer to. You said the plan was t replace de Bruyne with Guarin. Is this still the case or has the deal for Matic (if successful) ended out interest in the Columbian?

Thank you

{Ed002's Note - Read the fucking posts.}

ED002 you haven't said anything anywhere?

Suggestion, let's just forget about matic and guarin until either of them actually sign for the club. Give ed02 a break.

14 Jan 2014 14:06:52
Alright, it's looking almost certain Matic will be a Chelsea player again. Now I can't comment on him as I've never really seen him play.
My question is aimed at those who have watched him regularly. Is he a good fit for us? Or are there many other players who would have been better (I'm thinking of Vidal, who could potentially move in January, Gundogan or Pogba perhaps)?

BTW, it would totally blow if United were able to sign any of those 3, especially Vidal. He could very well get them ticking again and they'd be up there fighting for (potentially) the title in no time.

I would say he is the most disciplined out of that list and is best suited for his role as a CDM. He has great size and good athleticism, reads the game very well and is comfortable with the ball at his feet.

He will protect that back 4 and distribute the ball effectively. His size is also beneficial for set peices offensively and defensively and at 25 is coming into his prime.

Good buy and fit for our needs for the 2nd half of the season.