GIALLOROSSI YORKSHIRE Q&A
Today’s Q&A comes from UK-based fan Ben, asking about the club’s potential decisions in the transfer market.
If we were able to sell Strootman for €40m, and Radja for €50m, and bring in Badelj, Barella, and a winger (my choice would be Bernard), would you take it? I would. Radja will be 30 at the start of next season, Barella is a future star, Badelj showed against Inter just how good he is, and we are crying out for a winger to replace Salah. I think I would actually be open to selling those two players. As much as I appreciate what Kevin and Radja have done for the club, the money we could bring in from selling them could be used to improve the quality of the team. I know some fans are angry about us always selling our best players, but €40m for Strootman would be a great sum of money given his struggles this season. I would definitely be open to that, if we found a proper replacement. As for Radja, it’s a shame to say this, but maybe it’s time for us to move on. He’s not been as effective this season, and as you say, age is not on his side. His New Years’ Eve antics certainly didn’t do him any favours, and it could be time to offload him. There won’t be a shortage of interested clubs - we just have to make sure we don’t undersell him if we come to that decision. Obviously, these sales would have to be replaced with quality. As you mention, bringing in a winger should be a priority. Bernard is a gifted player, but I’m not sure he’s the type of player we need - he’s right-footed, and we’re in desperate need of a left-footer. In midfield, we’d need experienced replacements, which is why Badelj could be a good option. Barella is young but talented - he could have the ability and maturity to make an impact at a big club. However, I would potentially be more willing to look at experienced signings, as the two players who would be sold are experienced, and this is important to the team. We’d also have in-house replacements for the midfield such as Alessandro Florenzi and Lorenzo Pellegrini (if he stays, which I’m hoping he does). So, as long as we reinvest the money wisely, I’m okay with selling those two players. I’d miss them, for sure, but if it’s for the best of the club then why not? Would you sell Nainggolan and Strootman in order to fund new signings? Have your say by commenting on the article.
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Romanista1927@wrayromanista
10/1/2018 01:26:05 pm
Never been a fan of strootman since arrival i dont think he contributes that much imo so more than happy if he goes, ninja however i would like us to keep, he bosses the midfield and works for the full 90, i like his mentality never giving up and fighting for the badge i can see this also with kolarov already forza roma 💛❤️❤️💛
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Samuel Bannister
11/1/2018 06:23:08 pm
Also, his leadership qualities are important. In the game against Atalanta, in his absence we lacked leaders on the pitch, whereas he is a leader who could have helped us do better. Some fans may think Radja isn’t having as good a season as the last one, but he is playing a different role, and I would say he’s doing well in the role he’s playing. His energy is important to the midfield.
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Franco Ficetola
11/1/2018 05:40:26 pm
The point is not those who go, but those who come. You talk like Barella and the others were ready to sign for Roma tomorrow, but this is not the case. President Giulini wants a lot of money for the U-21 (close to €50 million), for example. Moreover, Badelj is not different from Gonalons, a normal player, and I don't see how his arrival might sensibly improve the team.
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Samuel Bannister
11/1/2018 06:10:52 pm
I think the question would be if a young player like Barella would have the mindset to make an impact when joining a big club mid-season. Players signed for the future tend to be more comfortable joining a club in pre-season, so they can get used to their new surroundings, which can be difficult at a young age. If we sold either Radja or Kevin in this window, it could stutter our season further if they weren’t replaced with experience. However, if we can find an experienced player who is available, the deals could be worth making.
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Amos
11/1/2018 11:18:07 pm
A Strootman departure wouldnt kill us. I think Ninja should stay at least untill the end of the season as he has Roma experience. If the right offers present themselves im sure management wont care.
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