January Transfer Gossip

Nixer Jim · 07-01-2014 11:34pm

http://prosoccertalk.nbcsports.com/2014/01/07/jermain-defoes-transfer-to-toronto-fc-nearing-completion/

SuprSi · 08-01-2014 10:11am

Nixer Jim wrote: »

http://prosoccertalk.nbcsports.com/2014/01/07/jermain-defoes-transfer-to-toronto-fc-nearing-completion/

I wouldn't be surprised with this tbh. He hasn't featured at all since Sherwood came along so it would make sense. It leaves us with only 2 strikers though, unless we pick someone up.

Sugarlumps · 08-01-2014 10:34am

We should of went for Remy, been impressive since going to Newcastle on loan.

White Heart Loon · 08-01-2014 10:39am

Sugarlumps wrote: »

We should of went for Remy, been impressive since going to Newcastle on loan.

16m is the figure I've seen quoted, I think he's worth it as a good replacement for Defoe

Sugarlumps · 08-01-2014 10:49am

White Heart Loon wrote: »

16m is the figure I've seen quoted, I think he's worth it as a good replacement for Defoe

You'd swear Redknapp was his agent, desperate for the move. He's 27 and well worth the 16 million. I'm sure we could get him for a lot less, a few players to sweeten the deal. They paid 10 or there about's for him.

curraghyid · 08-01-2014 10:55am

As someone posted earlier, I would love to see a lone move for morata. Can't see real selling him, but he reminds me a lot of negrado and his style would suit EPL.

Maybe we can get something from our "special relationship" with Real Madrid for a change.

Sugarlumps · 08-01-2014 11:26am

Lamela's brother denies him wanting to leave. He'd be some can of píss if he wanted to quit after a few months.

http://www.london24.com/sport/tottenham/erik_lamela_s_brother_denies_dad_s_claims_of_spurs_exit_1_3184111

DubPerryman · 08-01-2014 1:06pm

Paper talk:

Walker to PSG for £15m - surely we could get more than £15m out of PSG for Walker. I'd be happy with £25m and bring Adam Smith in as a replacement

Capoue to Napoli - Hmmm.... a little early to be selling him.

Lamela in a swap deal with Vucinic of Juventus, plus cash - Lamela's brother says he doesn't want to leave.

Read on one of the ITK places that we should expect maybe one signing, but we could see a few go...

pleasant Co. · 08-01-2014 1:25pm

My bs metre is in the red for those rumours

awkwardboy · 08-01-2014 10:51pm

So Defoe sold then but still loitering around WHL till March 1st. If we plan on playing two up front most games we'll definitely need a decent replacement.

http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11675/9107190/transfer-news-tottenhams-jermain-defoe-set-to-complete-toronto-move

irishmover · 08-01-2014 10:58pm

I've seen Defoe get bashed upon bashed on here but he's our fifth all time goalscorer and top European goalscorer. He's a big contributor to the local community. A nice guy who clearly loved the club.

Shame to see him go and a bit baffled to see him leave England in a World Cup year.

Sugarlumps · 09-01-2014 8:55am

irishmover wrote: »

I've seen Defoe get bashed upon bashed on here but he's our fifth all time goalscorer and top European goalscorer. He's a big contributor to the local community. A nice guy who clearly loved the club.

Shame to see him go and a bit baffled to see him leave England in a World Cup year.

Absolutely, great servant to the club. He'll set that league on fire.

White Heart Loon · 09-01-2014 9:03am

Spurs reputation must be in great shape over in the States, first Robbie Keane, then Dempsey, now Defoe. We provide them with superstars

Sugarlumps · 09-01-2014 9:07am

Think Dempsey had a really poor start, not sure what his record is as it stands.

tom1ie · 09-01-2014 6:01pm

i cannot believe we are letting defoe go unless we have a striker lined up to come in straight away.
If sherwood is planning to play two up top we are gonna need a striker as cover for injuries and to come on and change things in a game.
This seems like more short sighted bull****.
I know we have kane but surely defoe would still be a better option and dont forget when the transfer window closes we'll be back down to our old adie, as in wont give a ****.:mad:

jobeenfitz · 09-01-2014 10:10pm

tom1ie wrote: »

i cannot believe we are letting defoe go unless we have a striker lined up to come in straight away.
If sherwood is planning to play two up top we are gonna need a striker as cover for injuries and to come on and change things in a game.
This seems like more short sighted bull****.
I know we have kane but surely defoe would still be a better option and dont forget when the transfer window closes we'll be back down to our old adie, as in wont give a ****.:mad:

I am sure they will buy a striker if Defoe does go.

White Heart Loon · 09-01-2014 10:15pm

Word is we have him on loan until March

2nd Row Donkey · 09-01-2014 11:18pm

White Heart Loon wrote: »

Word is we have him on loan until March

Stinks of typical Levy behavior ... 8m for a player the other side of 30. Too good to turn down. Then we get him back for 6-7 weeks but come the last 6 weeks of the season if by some minor miracle we are pushing for the 4th CL place what good is that too us if we get injuries or suspensions to Soldado or Ade

everdead.ie · 10-01-2014 10:09am

Defoe will move to Toronto on Feburary 28th for their pre season.

SuprSi · 10-01-2014 10:42am

everdead.ie wrote: »

Defoe will move to Toronto on Feburary 28th for their pre season.

Is this definite?

White Heart Loon · 10-01-2014 10:48am

SuprSi wrote: »

Is this definite?

Yes, official
http://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/jermain-defoe-moves-to-mls-toronto-fc-100114/

Reading we got 8m for him, they got Levy'd

Leinstersqspur · 10-01-2014 11:20am

Fair play to him, he's probably been told by Roy that he is unlikely to get into the England squad for Rio. I read he's gonna be the highest paid player in the MLS, is this true? If so, great move for him, nice retirement package.

SuprSi · 10-01-2014 11:36am

8m!! Jaysus, that's some going! Still, it leaves the club in a bit of a pickle. Do we go and buy a new striker with that cash and sit him or Defoe on the bench until Defoe leaves, or do we do nothing (most likely), take our chances with 2 strikers and pocket/spend the money in the summer? Leaving at the end of Feb makes the decision that bit more difficult.

White Heart Loon · 10-01-2014 11:39am

SuprSi wrote: »

8m!! Jaysus, that's some going! Still, it leaves the club in a bit of a pickle. Do we go and buy a new striker with that cash and sit him or Defoe on the bench until Defoe leaves, or do we do nothing (most likely), take our chances with 2 strikers and pocket/spend the money in the summer? Leaving at the end of Feb makes the decision that bit more difficult.

I'm sure Levy learned that not buying a striker in Jan cost us top 4, need to buy or loan now

Leinstersqspur · 10-01-2014 12:02pm

White Heart Loon wrote: »

I'm sure Levy learned that not buying a striker in Jan cost us top 4, need to buy or loan now

You would expect that alright but maybe Sherwood has said he feels Kane can provide enough cover and Lamela could be played further forward? Obika who was also on the bench v Arsenal has now been loaned out too.

When Defoe leaves we'll have 11 EPL games and (provided we beat Dnipro) a Europa League to play for. Not a chance in hell will we make top 4 if we are left relying on Ade, Soldado and Kane.

Over to you Daniel..... (i.e. when does Benteke arrive?:cool::D)

Left Back on the Bench · 10-01-2014 12:15pm

Leinstersqspur wrote: »

You would expect that alright but maybe Sherwood has said he feels Kane can provide enough cover and Lamela could be played further forward? Obika who was also on the bench v Arsenal has now been loaned out too.

When Defoe leaves we'll have 11 EPL games and (provided we beat Dnipro) a Europa League to play for. Not a chance in hell will we make top 4 if we are left relying on Ade, Soldado and Kane.

Over to you Daniel..... (i.e. when does Benteke arrive?:cool::D)

Bentekes been hopeless this year. Don't think we'll sign anyone

White Heart Loon · 10-01-2014 12:24pm

Left Back on the Bench wrote: »

Bentekes been hopeless this year. Don't think we'll sign anyone

Berbasulk for 2m

Sugarlumps · 10-01-2014 12:27pm

Left Back on the Bench wrote: »

Bentekes been hopeless this year. Don't think we'll sign anyone

I wouldn't have said he's been hopeless, started off well and has been injured. Plus he's playing in an awful side. Suppose Michu has had similar fate, yer man Bony looks like he's finding his feet. Osvaldo has been similar to Soldado. Interesting to see who can turn there fortunes around?

SuprSi · 10-01-2014 12:28pm

Benteke, despite his poor form, would probably still cost loads. I'd still take him though - he has everything needed to be a top striker.

Leinstersqspur · 10-01-2014 12:39pm

Left Back on the Bench wrote: »

Bentekes been hopeless this year. Don't think we'll sign anyone

SuprSi wrote: »

Benteke, despite his poor form, would probably still cost loads. I'd still take him though - he has everything needed to be a top striker.

Benteke has had his head turned, I'd guess Villa will be cashing in soon.

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