Dickie 236 Posted August 25, 2017 97 million.... Remember a few years ago when people complained about Ronaldo's fee? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stan 9,012 Posted August 25, 2017 Just about to post this. Obscene price for someone who's only won a domestic cup. But then again, a lot of prices for younger players are for the potential as opposed to actual current value. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eco 1,986 Posted August 25, 2017 Unreal price tag. Good player, but absolutely insane price tag. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
El Profesor 967 Posted August 25, 2017 The fee is a fruit of some very specific and exceptional circumstances. Barcelona didn't have much leverage after Neymar's exit, they needed a winger and everyone knew they were sitting on 222 million euros. For all of their mistakes, Barcelona's board got it really right in signing Dembélé. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
El Profesor 967 Posted August 25, 2017 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Eco said: Unreal price tag. Good player, but absolutely insane price tag. This reminds of the inflation in 16th-century Spain. They had so much silver from Potosí that it wasn't really worth much in the end. I think that was the case with the Neymar fee. Those 222 millions in reality devaluated, especially considering they had only one month to fill the gaps in their squad. This was about getting the player that made the most sense to replace Neymar and Barça did. Like I said, their board generally does dumb stuff, but in this case I think they did well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viva la FCB 945 Posted August 25, 2017 Ive read the addons are more or less certainties so the price is alot more then 97m. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SirBalon 2,607 Posted August 25, 2017 The price unfortunately means nothing. That's the market right now and if you want to reach for achievement and competitiveness, then this what needs to be done. Very happy with this particular deal! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dickie 236 Posted August 25, 2017 33 minutes ago, Eco said: Unreal price tag. Good player, but absolutely insane price tag. When did you become a Monchengladbach fan? 15 minutes ago, SirBalon said: The price unfortunately means nothing. That's the market right now and if you want to reach for achievement and competitiveness, then this what needs to be done. Very happy with this particular deal! Money is ruining Footy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SirBalon 2,607 Posted August 25, 2017 21 minutes ago, Saturdays Are For The Boys said: Money is ruining Footy If you want to stay competitive, you have to spend now. Remember this... At Barcelona they don't have shareholders to think about. The board members practicall don't get paid... They (the board) win because of what it means to work for the brandname. That's the nature of a fan run club. The money HAS to be pumped into remaining competitive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nfb_10 42 Posted August 25, 2017 Incredibly happy with this deal, this boy is an absolute gem! However, it is vital to remember he is only 20, so we'd be wise not to expect too much from him in the beginning; patience is key. In the short term it is obviously a downgrade from Neymar but long term ( maybe even medium to long term ) he has the potential to be an upgrade; the kid is the real deal. Looking forward to his debut against Espanyol! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cicero 3,545 Posted August 25, 2017 3 minutes ago, Teso dos Bichos said: Dembele - 32 games / 2000` scored 6 goals and 13 assist; in CL 10 games / 770` scored 2 goals and 6 assistsMbappe - 29 games / 1500` scored 15 goals and 11 assists; in CL 9 games / 536` scored 6 goals This signing still doesnt improve their declining midifeld. They will get Seri, and I am assuming Suarez/Roberto will get a lot of game time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carnivore Chris 1,856 Posted August 25, 2017 (edited) 25 minutes ago, Teso dos Bichos said: Dembele - 32 games / 2000` scored 6 goals and 13 assist; in CL 10 games / 770` scored 2 goals and 6 assistsMbappe - 29 games / 1500` scored 15 goals and 11 assists; in CL 9 games / 536` scored 6 goals This signing still doesnt improve their declining midifeld. Mbappe also played in a weaker league. Dembele scored 12 in 26 in the same league(Ligue 1) the season before, for a weaker side. Not like stats alone matter as both players are still very young with a lot of time ahead of them. It's a ridiculous fee though but purely from a footballing perspective, it's a signing that makes sense, even if it is a gamble due to his age. Edited August 25, 2017 by The Rebel CRS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inverted 1,259 Posted August 25, 2017 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Teso dos Bichos said: upgrade for neymar???? never and he could also end up being another coman He is already a level above Coman, and he absolutely could be better than Neymar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
6666 815 Posted August 25, 2017 Great deal for Drotmund. A shit load of money for nothing more than a good player with a shitty attitude. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spike 2,534 Posted August 25, 2017 36 minutes ago, Teso dos Bichos said: jesus christ. Its okay for barcelona to pay a SILLY amount of money for someone who is unproven but you cried and moan about Neymar leaving. at least neymar is a proven player and worth 4 times what dembele is worth. there is no point in debating with you... anything barcelona does you find a way to excuse it. 31 minutes ago, Teso dos Bichos said: Dembele - 32 games / 2000` scored 6 goals and 13 assist; in CL 10 games / 770` scored 2 goals and 6 assistsMbappe - 29 games / 1500` scored 15 goals and 11 assists; in CL 9 games / 536` scored 6 goals This signing still doesnt improve their declining midifeld. Funny that you'd bring arithmetic into this. 97,000,000 * 4 = 388,000,000 which is 166,000,000 more than Neymar's fee of 222,000,000. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SirBalon 2,607 Posted August 25, 2017 15 minutes ago, Teso dos Bichos said: upgrade for neymar???? never and he could also end up being another coman Who ever spoke about an upgrade? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Bruce Almighty 2,759 Posted August 25, 2017 Too many Dembele's in the game, I can't keep up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burning Gold 395 Posted August 25, 2017 It sounds insane, but if you use the Neymar fee as a reference point, which both teams will have done, this is actually a pretty good deal for Barcelona. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bozziovai 195 Posted August 25, 2017 2 hours ago, Stan said: Just about to post this. Obscene price for someone who's only won a domestic cup. But then again, a lot of prices for younger players are for the potential as opposed to actual current value. i could always relate these young players to Robinho. Hailed as THE NEXT ( whatever ) ... but unceremoniously faded away. it's amazing to think that clubs would pay for such amount for "potential" .. rather than proven. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Philippe Coutinho 76 Posted August 25, 2017 (edited) 2 hours ago, Teso dos Bichos said: upgrade for neymar???? never and he could also end up being another coman Whatever happened to Coman btw? he was supposed to be the next big thing. Apparently he was arrested on domestic assault charges. This whole Bayern team just doesn't have that "fear factor" anymore. Under Heynckes' reign, they were invincible. The France squad is loaded with talent and is one of the favorites for the 2018 World Cup. Germany and Brasil being the other favorites. Conceivably Argentina too. A World Cup Final with Argentina vs Brasil? (I know Brasil tends not to do well in recent World Cups held in Europe but that truly would be something special. We've had the all-European Finals, now time for an all-South American one). Football is 11 vs 11 but everyone wants to watch Neymar vs Messi. Whoever wins it will surely win next season's Ballon d'Or (assuming their respective clubs progress deep into the knockout stages of the Champions League). One of the reasons Neymar left Barca. As you can see, Neymar has an path/avenue to the coveted Ballon d'Or with this dangerous Brazilian team that he simply didn't have before. On a Brazilian theme: 'bélé the new Pele? Edited August 25, 2017 by Savvy Xavi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viva la FCB 945 Posted August 25, 2017 16 minutes ago, Savvy Xavi said: Whatever happened to Coman btw? he was supposed to be the next big thing. Apparently he was arrested on domestic assault charges. He had a very promising first season, followed by a mediocre season last year with some injuries to boot. Hes due in court in September, hes plead guilty and the club has stood by him, also exercised the option mid summer making his deal permanent before the domestic debacle. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danny 1,061 Posted August 26, 2017 A lot of money to spend on a 20 year old forward whose highest scoring tally is 12 goals... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pep Talk 39 Posted August 26, 2017 lets see what he can do under the bright lights Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Philippe Coutinho 76 Posted August 26, 2017 https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/los-franceses-historia-del-barca-5264960 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Philippe Coutinho 76 Posted August 26, 2017 11th 11 (just like Iron Maiden's "Seventh Son of a Seven Son" ) https://www.sport-english.com/en/news/barca/ousmane-dembele-barcelonas-11th-player-to-wear-the-no11-6246717 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dalmore 91 Posted August 26, 2017 So no Couti or Dybala now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SirBalon 2,607 Posted August 26, 2017 6 minutes ago, Dalmore said: So no Couti or Dybala now? Why? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Philippe Coutinho 76 Posted August 28, 2017 Dembele (live: presentation shortly and media day): https://www.fcbarcelona.com/videos/live Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carnivore Chris 1,856 Posted August 28, 2017 Not a bad car he's just been given there is it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
