TFC 2018-2019 player off season moves/speculation/rumours

[69Chevy396]

They are, but my point is that they have good depth, which is important for any team willing to sell players outside the window. Napoli were/are ready to ship Hamsik to China and they arguably have less depth at CM than Roma do at winger. Obviously, the player's will is crucial.

I somehow doubt this is the player coming to TFC. Not sure he would complement Altidore, and we would still need a Vazquez replacement.

[JavierMartini]

It's Ozil. Welcome to Toronto Mesut Ozil

[reggie]

It's Ozil. Welcome to Toronto Mesut Ozil

thinking out loud.or you have info?

[Ossington Mental Youth]

Lol it's not Ozil

[Areathrasher]

They should announce some donkey as DP so these stupid rumors stop.

[reggie]

i wouldnt take ozil at a 1/4 of his wage,i think bradley would kill him

[reggie]

They should announce some donkey as DP so these stupid rumors stop.

dont say that...i dont think i could handle this thread

[Blizzard]

i wouldnt take ozil at a 1/4 of his wage,i think bradley would kill him

Ya, I can't see it.

[barticusz]

Dzeko is Roma's top scorer and they seem intent to groom their young wide attackers in Under and Kluivert. SES is below a healthy Perotti on the depth chart as well. There may not be anything to the rumor, but it does fit. His national team aspirations would play a large role in a decision, but Italy have a solid stable of wingers so if he's being realistic, he'll know his international career likely won't amount to much.

According to FotMob dzeko has 4 goals el shaawary has 7. He also has the best average rating on the team at 7.48 in 14 matches.

[Bobo]

I somehow doubt this is the player coming to TFC. Not sure he would complement Altidore, and we would still need a Vazquez replacement.

Vanney has said in the past that he wants to play with width and one striker. I'd say there's a good chance that the DP, whoever it is, is a left winger. In any case, not sure complementing a guy who seems to be on the way out is going to be the team's No. 1 priority.

EDIT: In light of the reported Menendez signing, it's possible TFC go for a midfielder, though I'd expect Menendez is more of a depth guy.

According to FotMob dzeko has 4 goals el shaawary has 7. He also has the best average rating on the team at 7.48 in 14 matches.

All competitions. SES has barely seen time in the Champions League (he did miss some time with injury). SES has been effective when on the pitch, but Roma have younger and more exciting guys on the roster.

[barticusz]

If we are loaning menendez according to my FIFA report he’s got god dribbling and great speed. Finally a good winger option.

[Richard]

What's the Paul Mariner scout report look like?

[19Barrett19]

What's the Paul Mariner scout report look like?

https://youtu.be/_K7poAjTfY4

[Areathrasher]

wrong thread

[flatpicker]

If we are loaning menendez according to my FIFA report he’s got god dribbling and great speed. Finally a good winger option.

If he dribbles like a god, then I can't wait!

[rocktml]

I’m hearing Jesus corona name being thrown around a lot in the past 24hr

[Areathrasher]

I’m hearing Jesus corona name being thrown around a lot in the past 24hr

Thrown around where?

That would be a fucking amazing signing so it absolutely won't happen

[portu]

I’m hearing Jesus corona name being thrown around a lot in the past 24hr

Where?

Guy is gunning for a new Porto contract right now, don't think he goes anywhere but China or a bigger club. Out of our wage abilities to sign him.

[Canuckistan]

Where?

Guy is gunning for a new Porto contract right now, don't think he goes anywhere but China or a bigger club. Out of our wage abilities to sign him.

NOW THIS would be the signing worth jumping for joy for. Fully support this one.

[C.Ronaldo]

I’m hearing Jesus corona name being thrown around a lot in the past 24hr

where you see this? come on man, don't tease like this.

[DinamoTFC]

Twitter in Argentina is gaining traction with the news from a prominent radio host breaking news about Menendez coming to Toronto.
I wonder how they're trying to circumvent the salary cap or roster spots by doing a 6month loan (instead of 12 month) and a 3.5 million purchase option.

Maybe because the purchase option is dp status a 6 month loan would break that in half roughly and with some TAM money bring him down to TAM status?

[portu]

Twitter in Argentina is gaining traction up with the news from a prominent radio host breaking news about Menendez coming to Toronto.
I wonder how they're trying to circumvent the salary cap or roster spots by doing a 6month loan (instead of 12 month) and a 3.5 million purchase option.

Maybe because the purchase option is dp status a 6 month loan would break that in half roughly and with some TAM money bring him down to TAM status?

Really interesting how this is the second time in a year we've brought a guy in on a 6 month loan with a ~3.5m purchase option.

[Super]

Menendez guy may be good as depth. Still hoping we'll sign a star striker to replace Giovinco. So far the off-season has been absolutely disastrous, losing our two best players in VV and Giovinco, and I'm starting to get a little worried. Boyd and Menendez, on paper at least, will likely do okay in our league, but they're not starting material for a club that wants to make the play-offs IMHO.

[portu]

Menendez looks to me to be a guy the FO wants starting. TAM guys are starters otherwise you're likely wasting money.

[reggie]

Menendez looks to me to be a guy the FO wants starting. TAM guys are starters otherwise you're likely wasting money.

true,but if the reports are correct.its 150k for 6 months,that is cheap tam,maybe they are not sold on him yet,hence only the 6 mth loan.

[stegosaurus]

true,but if the reports are correct.its 150k for 6 months,that is cheap tam,maybe they are not sold on him yet,hence only the 6 mth loan.

It’s only TAM if they buy him then.

[ensco]

Really interesting how this is the second time in a year we've brought a guy in on a 6 month loan with a ~3.5m purchase option.

This market is one that I believe Manning has real expertise in.

[Areathrasher]

Depending on salary they might not have to use TAM on him for the time being.

[stegosaurus]

Depending on salary they might not have to use TAM on him for the time being.

They can’t use TAM on him now anyway. If he signs later for $3.5m he would be a DP unless the release clause is split over the life of the contract in which case they could potentially buy his cap hit down with TAM depending on what the number is (and assuming the actual fee they end up at is $3.5m).

So the FO’s expectation is that he’s either a DP-calibre or high-end TAM player if they were to just buy him outright.

[El Diego]

I know it was commented on by someone earlier, but it was so absurd I had to comment on it again:

To suggest that SES would be fine as a TAM signing is absolutely absurd. Guy would instantly become the most talented player in the MLS.

How quickly we get spoiled...