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TFC 2016-2017 off-season player moves/speculation/rumours
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Who do people think we will sign once Bradley leaves?
In 4 years?
Sampdoria? KappaOriginally Posted by Valdal
Who is expendable from our club will provide hints of which positions we will sign for during the offseason
We don't have a ton of holes. Mostly just more cover in key areas like DM & CB. I'd also like a different RB if we do decide to stick with the 3-5-2. Beit isn't strong enough in attack...
not being bias or anything, beit is lethal on the right, for someone tht was thrown into that position at playoffs, he pulled it off great, plus im not sure who was the one that assisted the winning montreal goal, and was on lock for the finals on the RB position... we all know he wont be saved from the draft, but at the same time, everyone i speak to, hope he doesnt get drafted.
we honestly need a CM that will not be scared to shot the ball if there is a chance... a little selfish goes a long way
He has offers and why wouldnt he take it?
Because he isn't interested in those offers. As has been reported a number of times.
And allow me to quote something from Sportsnet last night. http://www.sportsnet.ca/soccer/bradl...cup-loss-fuel/
He's here for the long haul. The spec on him leaving is dead."Every guy here is going to have to take the time to let [the loss] hurt, let it frustrate you, let it anger you," he said. "… But at some point when you can start to process it all, individually and collectively, we can use it as more fuel for what we’re trying to do.
"We can use it make us even more determined and make sure the group is able to use this in a way that means that not only are we coming back to this point but when we do get back to this point that we’re prepared for it and we’re ready to take the next step."
Michael Bradley was first off the pitch after one of the greatest and saddest moments for soccer in Toronto. He needed to get off the field and into the shower. He needed to let it all start to sink in. And then he started to think about next year.
He was first off the pitch but his mind is already made up: he’ll be back and he’ll be bringing Toronto FC along with him.
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The expansion draft will take a player and Johnson is likely to move to somewhere where he can start. That suggests the need for a DM type. Unless they manuevere Cooper into that position, we'll likely be looking for somebody there.
Possibly also a veteran to come off the bench as a CD and compete with the young lads.
I also don't see us sticking with the 3-5-2 for a full season.
Last edited by OgtheDim; 12-11-2016 at 07:56 AM.
i think we need a right back with a little more O in his game.and i still think we need a #10 type player.
No offense to Irwin, but I think they should look in the off-season to upgrading to a world-class keeper. You can probably get one for $1 million as they're one of the quality positions that wouldn't need DP money and could be purchased with TAM.
In a capped league spending big money on a keeper makes no sense, exhibit A, B, and C Colorado Rapids and Tim Howard. We didn't lose because of Irwin...
dont think they will do that,i think its bono/irwin battle in camp.
I feel like they need a long-distance scoring threat. Either one of the current players alters his game to offer that more, or they sign somebody. Perhaps I've forgotten, but how often have we threatened off a long shot in the past few months? I feel it's just another element to throw in the mix, when teams are bunkering, shutting down Giovinco & Altidore. Also especially when the conditions are bad, and you never know where a long shot will end up.
This makes so much sense, throw in a couple of Gashi type shots a game and this offence becomes instantly more dynamic.
Surely it's Cheyrou's last game ? As much as I like him and will Bloom replace Beitashour as rumoured to be left unprotected . I don't think it's in Badleys DNA to give up after such a disappointment, unless TFC have different plans he'll be back for at least another year . He's made for big games . Not sure about Gio though . Where he stands , his effectiveness in playoffs ? I think if Irwin can be let go , they will find a way for the cheaper younger alternative . Will Cooper be here ? Loans over . And damn where can we find a Morris as per Seattle .
Giovinco was pretty damn good in the playoffs, despite not being at his best last night. He set up three (or two?) goals against Montreal and destroyed NYC. He was all over the Philly game, too, scoring one and involved in the setup of the other two.
I don't know about letting Irwin go. He was solid this season and did a good job. I think between him and Moor, we have good leadership at the back and Zavaleta and Hagglund are really developing well. I agree we will have to replace Cheyrou and maybe Johnson and hope we can sign Cooper.
Last edited by Jack; 12-11-2016 at 04:42 PM.
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I disagree with this. I really like Giovinco and have no issues with him whatsoever but he was poor in these playoffs. His corner kicks, free kicks, just everything was off with him. I'm used to seeing a standout Giovinco and he certainly was not a standout in these playoffs, more like ordinary, especially in the last 3 games. Irwin showed a few flaws late in season, almost seemed he is a bit nervy, not bad but not the greatest.
Giovinco must of been injured coming in. I seen an interview earlier in week where he said his parents were flying in for the big game and he was excited to be playing, etc...thought then and there he would have a big game for sure, he just didn't have it though.
Last edited by azorean; 12-11-2016 at 05:38 PM.
He was mugged in every game. He dominated Philly and NYC and was very good making dangerous passes and corner kicks against Montreal, injured or not. He was completely manhandled last night with zero help from the ref. He didn't dominate like he has some other games, but he sure was a standout for the first three games of the playoffs, was good against Montreal and was somewhat off his game in the final, where he was fouled hard repeatedly with no calls. I have rewatched our playoff games a couple of times each and I am happy with his performance.
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agreed, True Bio had better games , I think we'll see a more mature Gif next year , trying to be more productive as a team member , realizing he can't do it all himself . No one can . I believe he wasn't afraid of the cold but it did shock him and he gave it his best shot . He can't be faulted if the team constantly try's to send high long balls his way . Never understood that . I don't think the team does the deciding on Irwin . He stays if not taken in the draft , although we don't have much $$$ this year , someone has to go . Maybe Beitashour , he's making approx $250,000 , and Hagland $63.000 . They'll have to give him a raise .
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I assume the auto-complete on your phone is having fun with Gio's name: Bio; Gif...
true ......I should be a model of phone incompetence . Not unlike in the past , the elderly's of VCR's ....I assume the auto-complete on your phone is having fun with Gio's name: Bio; Gif...
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Why would we have less money next year to pay for the same squad? Presumably we were eating some of Gomez (240k) and Moore's (215k) salaries this season as they were waived after they already bought out Kantari. We also have Perquis (378k) and Josh Williams (125k) coming off the books. Should be plenty to keep current players at close to their current salaries and reinvest the rest in whatever improvements they see fit. And no, they don't have to give Hagglund a raise. They exercised his option, which was likely no more than the standard minimal salary increase.
Plus doesn't TFC have a bunch of TAM stashed, in addition to the league-wide TAM increase this year? And maybe some more allocation for making the next round of CCL?
I'd take a defender like Ciman first over a DP goal keeper.
Lets ship out a very capable GK. Thats never come back to bite us in the ass before.
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Oil up your rollerblades folks!!!
I have a feeling it will be more dramatic than we anticipate. Upper echelons though.
I could of swore I heard something regarding Vanney getting an offer elsewhere.
Last edited by Marc"2L"; 12-11-2016 at 03:17 PM.
This.
I think TFC needs some depth at forward and a true centre defender. That being said, I think Paul Dickov, Joao Pinto and Olof Mellberg all fit the bill.
What do you guys think?
Yeah I think we just need 4-5 guys. You made some great suggestions. Also it's about time to bring Rohan Ricketts back, and Fuad could do a great job for us.
Oh wait this isn't the "Toast" thread...
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