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Michael's avatar

I think the most urgent positions are GK and a winger (ideally someone who can play on the left as well as the right), however, I'd like to sign a striker too. Of the three I believe the goalkeeper is the most important, as our issue last season was the defence, not the attack and because Maresca needs a ball-playing keeper.

GK: I'd go for Diogo Costa if we have the money, however, I'd be more than happy with Valles (ideal for Maresca) or Bulka. (I don't like Jorgensen btw).

On the wing I would ideally go for Eze (versatile attacker - could even play as an advanced 8).

CF: I'd go for Alvarez, as he'd suit Maresca's vision of a striker as someone who can drop into the midfield and link-up during build-up.

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JoeW's avatar

A winger for me is not as essential as a GK and ST/CF.

For GK, I’d love Diogo Costa. But also think that Pickford would be a massive improvement. He is just prone to a mistake.

For ST, Ollie Watkins would be my first choice. Big fan of Julian Alvarez too. Toney would be an improvement, but is yet to offer a return following his ill-health related ‘hiatus’.

I’d be concerned about pathways if we sign a top class winger. If Estevao is meant to be as good as he is predicted to become, then signing a £70m+ winger for 6-8years would hamper this development. That said, Grealish is an absolute delight to watch (when it’s not against you). Grealish winning free kicks; palmer and RJ delivering crosses; Toney knocking them in. 😍

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