Dr. Gonzo Posted July 26, 2021 Posted July 26, 2021 I'll post the twitter link from that Fabrizio Romano dickhead when I'm able to... but until then... here's what he said: Bayer Leverkusen willing to offer €18m - Roma want to pay a lower fee but offer a player (or players) in addition to a transfer fee. He's probably Zenit's best player, so I don't know whether they'd take the offer from Roma tbh. Also Azmoun working with Mourinho would either be great for him... or it's a match made in hell... so I think I prefer the idea of him going to Leverkusen.
Eco Posted July 26, 2021 Posted July 26, 2021 Would be a massive loss for Zenit. He's the best creator on Zenit, but I still think Dzyuba is the most valuable member, with Malcom and Azmoun right behind. Would LOVE to see him in Germany, although at Leverkusen would rather be a bit disappointing.
Administrator Stan Posted July 26, 2021 Administrator Posted July 26, 2021 That's a decent step up for him to be fair.
Dr. Gonzo Posted July 26, 2021 Author Posted July 26, 2021 1 hour ago, Stan said: That's a decent step up for him to be fair. Yeah, Zenit are probably one of the best teams in Russia (I think they're the reigning champions... and were before the last season) and his goal record with Zenit is seriously impressive... but there's no denying that the Bundesliga/Serie A are a big step up. However, he'd be losing CL football if he joins either of these teams - so in that regard, it's a bit of a step down (although if Leverkusen or Roma made the CL, I could see either of them doing better than Zenit would tbh). I want to see him move to a bigger league, but I do think there's a bit of a risk with him moving to a bigger league before a World Cup. Jahanbakhsh failed pretty miserably leaving Holland for England, and I'm not sure I want to see Iran's probable best player have similar types of struggles as they've got to still get through the last round of AFC qualification and (hopefully) will have a tournament at the end of the season. I'd much rather see him in good club form for Iran's qualifiers and (hopefully) eventual tournament. But I'd get to see him play way more if he was in the Serie A or Bundesliga - so I would very much like to see him move. Just hope he does well at a new league because he's spent a lot of time in Russia and there could be some growing pains.
Eco Posted July 26, 2021 Posted July 26, 2021 58 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said: Yeah, Zenit are probably one of the best teams in Russia (I think they're the reigning champions... and were before the last season) and his goal record with Zenit is seriously impressive... but there's no denying that the Bundesliga/Serie A are a big step up. However, he'd be losing CL football if he joins either of these teams - so in that regard, it's a bit of a step down (although if Leverkusen or Roma made the CL, I could see either of them doing better than Zenit would tbh). I want to see him move to a bigger league, but I do think there's a bit of a risk with him moving to a bigger league before a World Cup. Jahanbakhsh failed pretty miserably leaving Holland for England, and I'm not sure I want to see Iran's probable best player have similar types of struggles as they've got to still get through the last round of AFC qualification and (hopefully) will have a tournament at the end of the season. I'd much rather see him in good club form for Iran's qualifiers and (hopefully) eventual tournament. But I'd get to see him play way more if he was in the Serie A or Bundesliga - so I would very much like to see him move. Just hope he does well at a new league because he's spent a lot of time in Russia and there could be some growing pains. Zenit are easily the best team, and have been for the past 5 years.
Dr. Gonzo Posted July 27, 2021 Author Posted July 27, 2021 16 hours ago, Eco said: Zenit are easily the best team, and have been for the past 5 years. I figured that would be the case, because I know of 3 Russian teams: Zenit, CSKA Moscow and Spartak Moscow(?) - and I’ve only heard anything about Zenit over the last few years
Eco Posted July 27, 2021 Posted July 27, 2021 2 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said: I figured that would be the case, because I know of 3 Russian teams: Zenit, CSKA Moscow and Spartak Moscow(?) - and I’ve only heard anything about Zenit over the last few years Lokomotiv, Ruban and Krasnador are the other 'bigger' clubs in Russia over the past 10-20 years. My families team is now in the 3rd division so that sucks. There is some decent talent in Russia. I'm still surprised no one has snagged Jordan Larsson from Spartak. Quality player and considering who his Dad is, you'd think he'd be getting more press.
nudge Posted July 28, 2021 Posted July 28, 2021 According to media reports, the deal is as good as done. Leverkusen have agreed personal terms with Azmoun, reportedly a 5 year contract with him earning 2.8m a year, and will pay Zenit a transfer fee of 14m + bonuses (total value 18m).
Dr. Gonzo Posted July 28, 2021 Author Posted July 28, 2021 3 hours ago, nudge said: According to media reports, the deal is as good as done. Leverkusen have agreed personal terms with Azmoun, reportedly a 5 year contract with him earning 2.8m a year, and will pay Zenit a transfer fee of 14m + bonuses (total value 18m). My gloryhunter pick pays off!
Azeem Posted July 28, 2021 Posted July 28, 2021 Always nice to see Asian players stepping up, particularly
Dr. Gonzo Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 On 28/08/2021 at 20:58, Dr. Gonzo said: This move's also collapsed. Personal terms were agreed, but a fee couldn't be agreed with Zenit
Rick Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 19 hours ago, Dr. Gonzo said: This move's also collapsed. Personal terms were agreed, but a fee couldn't be agreed with Zenit We should swoop in late for him. 20m offer for a guy who has scored that many goals last season is decent business.
Dr. Gonzo Posted August 31, 2021 Author Posted August 31, 2021 1 hour ago, Rick said: We should swoop in late for him. 20m offer for a guy who has scored that many goals last season is decent business. I dunno if he's good enough for LFC (although I think he's probably Iran's best player... and I'd absolutely love us to have an Iranian) - but I definitely think it would be cool.
Rick Posted August 31, 2021 Posted August 31, 2021 32 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said: I dunno if he's good enough for LFC (although I think he's probably Iran's best player... and I'd absolutely love us to have an Iranian) - but I definitely think it would be cool. Better than Origi though, yes?
Dr. Gonzo Posted August 31, 2021 Author Posted August 31, 2021 34 minutes ago, Rick said: Better than Origi though, yes? Oh yeah, for sure
Dr. Gonzo Posted September 7, 2021 Author Posted September 7, 2021 He says he's leaving on a free transfer next year.
Dr. Gonzo Posted December 16, 2021 Author Posted December 16, 2021 move to Lyon might be back on. He's agreed terms to make the move in January, but Lyon still need to agree the fee with Zenit & may need to sell to buy.
Dr. Gonzo Posted January 6, 2022 Author Posted January 6, 2022 FFS now Newcastle want to sign him. Fuck off Newcastle, get your grubby hands away from my favourite non-LFC player
Administrator Stan Posted January 22, 2022 Administrator Posted January 22, 2022 So that's who Burnley were up against . Made the right decision!
nudge Posted January 22, 2022 Posted January 22, 2022 Joins in summer on a free transfer, contract until 2027.
Moderator Tommy Posted January 22, 2022 Moderator Posted January 22, 2022 Impressive stats at Zenit. Are Leverkusen expecting Schick to leave?
nudge Posted January 22, 2022 Posted January 22, 2022 4 minutes ago, Tommy said: Impressive stats at Zenit. Are Leverkusen expecting Schick to leave? Think he's a direct replacement for Alario, although it will probably be hard to keep Schick, too. Imagine Azmoun AND Schick upfront, with Wirtz behind them and Diaby on the wing...
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