If he was really as good as he's always been made out to be by the media, Ross Barkley would have been in the sights of the Mancs, Chavs, Spuds and the Arse, but its never really been the case. I suspect that's because he's very inconsistent and has dramatic and long lasting dips in form and lacks confidence or composure. Also, he loses the ball frequently - modern football's deadly sin. Maybe in a better team and club he could improve, but I wouldn't take a chance on him. Not smart enough.
The odd MOTD showreel once a season does not make the sort of consistent, quality player that we should be seeking.
As regards Sanchez, what a statement it would be to get him from under the noses of City! My only worry there would be his sulky, me-before- the-team moodiness that he shows at times. Good player, and just the standard we need.
If Can is going, though, we will need cover at CM / DM. I haven't seen any speculation or reports linking us with any, has any one else?
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