11 Jun 2024 12:32:31
Hi Ed, with reports today that Santos is being earmarked for a place in the first team squad, could I ask about a couple of other midfielders?

Has a decision been made on where Casadei and Ugochukwu will be, whether it is a loan or permanent move?

Thanks as always.

{Ed002's Note - There was interest in Cesare Casadei (CM) in January and it is possible he may go as part of an exchange deal for another player - but nothing will be decided soon. Lesley Ugochukwu (DM/CM) missed most of the season with injury but there will be nothing decided yet. After pre-season when the coach has seen the players, a decision will be made.}


1.) 11 Jun 2024
11 Jun 2024 13:27:59
Thanks Ed, appreciate all the responses as this page is certainly keeping you busy!


2.) 11 Jun 2024
11 Jun 2024 15:10:52
Do you expect lavia to stay the season also? That'll leave us with Caicedo, Enzo, Gallagher, Lavia and santos for 2 positions, with the others presumably going out on loan.

Very bloated imo. (Of course Gallagher can play further forward)

{Ed002's Note - Yes.}


3.) 11 Jun 2024
11 Jun 2024 15:31:12
5 midfielders for 2 positions across potentially 4 competitions is the minimum as no way they'll all stay fit.


4.) 11 Jun 2024
11 Jun 2024 15:39:41
4 players for the 2 positions is a much smarter approach imo, with a young player/ older squad player providing an option.

The problem we have is if Gallagher is played further forward, who misses out? We have chukwuemeka, Nkunku, palmer who need game time also.

I see Gallagher leaving, so I don't think it's a problem we will encounter anyway. We jusy have so many young players who require game time so they're progress.


5.) 11 Jun 2024
11 Jun 2024 22:36:08
Ed002, would the part exchange for casadei be permanent or a loan?

{Ed002's Note - There are few id=f ant temporary. Deals.}