Summer Transfer Window

[Jackareme]

I am finishing this season in a WAY more optimistic mood than for some time..But I have a question (that I honestly don't know the answer to) which will play a big part in determining our future success..
How good are other leagues?
In the past week I have seen a highlight reel for young Wales and highlights today of Kuharevych in action (and scoring a very good goal). Is the top division in Scotland a good indicator or comparison with the Championship, outside of the Old Firm??
Widdell plays in the Danish league and the new Zidane in Sweden - are those leagues close to the championship, or one rung up from a pub league? Are Red Bull Salzberg crap - or do they give you wings?
Highlight reels can be a tease - so I am interested in other posters more informed insights into which leagues make sense for us to pluck the next round of Swans legends from!

 

[Derwydd]

Erling Haaland came out of Norway league then Red Bull Salzburg
Alexander Isak, Viktor Guykyores not to mention Zlatan Ibrahamovic all played in the Swedish leagues

So who knows what we are getting

 

[WentToSchoolWith]

I'm not saying that Franco is 100% staying, but certainly not reading into a fairly innocuous message from someone in their second language to assume he's gone. Maybe I'm just manifesting!?

Love seeing these threads so calm and optimistic; this time next month could be complete anarchy

 

[Derwydd]

Picks for CB
1. Joe Low - Free
2. Kyprianou - Hold M/F Center Half

3. Matty Pearson - experience, 31, Huddersfield scores 5 per season, 6ft 2, on a Free
4. Tyler Bindon - Reading, 20, on loan from Forest, 15 caps already for New Zealand (Loan)
5. Emmanuel Fernandez - Peterboro, 23, 5 goals, breakout season this season, 6ft 4

That's if we are shopping in League 1. Sounds like we may be aiming higher with new board.

Hah. I picked 3 CH in League 1 for us. One experience, one loan, and one coming through. Last being ideally what we need. I picked out Fernandez at Peterboro. Swans Indy article today on Darling highlight an analysts pick, and, its Fernandez.

Even if Darling stays with Christie, Naughton and Delcroix gone we need to sing a CH anyway.

We should be all in on Fernandez and Kyprianou this week. No need to wait for arry decision to get the 1st CH in

Emmanuel Fernandez - Peterboro, 23, 5 goals in 30 appearances, breakout season this season, 6ft 4

Link to Indy on Darling article

 

[bakajack]

Hah. I picked 3 CH in League 1 for us. One experience, one loan, and one coming through. Last being ideally what we need. I picked out Fernandez at Peterboro. Swans Indy article today on Darling highlight an analysts pick, and, its Fernandez.

Even if Darling stays with Christie, Naughton and Delcroix gone we need to sing a CH anyway.

We should be all in on Fernandez and Kyprianou this week. No need to wait for arry decision to get the 1st CH in

Emmanuel Fernandez - Peterboro, 23, 5 goals, breakout season this season, 6ft 4

Link to Indy on Darling article

Joe Low and Emmanuel Fernandez would be the two I would look at the closest

 

[Swanseaborn]

We’ve been linked to a young midfielder from QPR Lorent Talla

 

[Swanjaxs]

I am finishing this season in a WAY more optimistic mood than for some time..But I have a question (that I honestly don't know the answer to) which will play a big part in determining our future success..
How good are other leagues?
In the past week I have seen a highlight reel for young Wales and highlights today of Kuharevych in action (and scoring a very good goal). Is the top division in Scotland a good indicator or comparison with the Championship, outside of the Old Firm??
Widdell plays in the Danish league and the new Zidane in Sweden - are those leagues close to the championship, or one rung up from a pub league? Are Red Bull Salzberg crap - or do they give you wings?
Highlight reels can be a tease - so I am interested in other posters more informed insights into which leagues make sense for us to pluck the next round of Swans legends from!

No Old Firm anymore, the last one was 2012.

 

[Derwydd]

We’ve been linked to a young midfielder from QPR Lorent Talla

Looks like QPR were looking to loan him to National League or League 1 in January so doesnt look ready for primetime. Only has 5 or 6 appearances for QPR. 19 with 1 year left on contract I suspect this is a fishing expedition story from his agent

Also

"Talla’s appearance numbers for the R’s have been hampered by his long-term injury suffered two years ago, which has stalled his career."

and

However, injuries have hampered his development at QPR and limited Talla to just one first-team appearance, coming in the 3-2 FA Cup defeat against Bournemouth last term.

 

[bakajack]

Looks like QPR were looking to loan him to National League or League 1 in January so doesnt look ready for primetime. Only has 5 or 6 appearances for QPR. 19 with 1 year left on contract I suspect this is a fishing expedition story from his agent

Also

"Talla’s appearance numbers for the R’s have been hampered by his long-term injury suffered two years ago, which has stalled his career."

and

However, injuries have hampered his development at QPR and limited Talla to just one first-team appearance, coming in the 3-2 FA Cup defeat against Bournemouth last term.

Yeah this definitely sounds like agent talk to me

 

[Derwydd]

From Peterboro board....

"A Watford-supporting colleague of mine tells me he's heard Kyps is off to Vicarage Road.

He knows individuals in the Watford hierarchy..."

 

[Swanseaborn]

Charlie savage worth a look at for midfield? Welsh and with a good output last season, 20 g/a across all competitions

 

[Skippyjack]

You're all suggesting players you haven't watched.. maybe twice or 3 times a season.. unless you actively watch Peterborough games every week on Sky Sports+.. which is unlikely, my suggestions are from about 10 games a season or even more

 

[Derwydd]

You're all suggesting players you haven't watched.. maybe twice or 3 times a season.. unless you actively watch Peterborough games every week on Sky Sports+.. which is unlikely, my suggestions are from about 10 games a season or even more

Missed them. What are they?

 

[bytholwyn]

Can't say that the suggestion that we sign Matty Pearson is an attractive one. Decent defender, but doesn't have a ball playing profile. Pedersen mark 2.

 

[Derwydd]

Can't say that the suggestion that we sign Matty Pearson is an attractive one. Decent defender, but doesn't have a ball playing profile. Pedersen mark 2.

Pearson - I've played right-back, left-back, centre-back, holding midfield.

We need a utility defender. Primarily CH but has played those positions too. Plus experienced head. and Free

Google AI's response to Matty pearson playing style. Not saying he should be Darlings replacement. But he should be considered as our 3rd CH



Matty Pearson is known as a goal-scoring center-back with utility player qualities. He is a threat from indirect set-pieces and often uses long balls. He is also known for his defensive contributions, including tackling, defending, and interceptions.

Here's a more detailed look at his playing style:

• Goal-Scoring Ability:
  Pearson has a knack for scoring goals, often from set-pieces or by attacking the ball in the box.
  
  
• Defensive Prowess:
  He is a strong defender, known for his tackling, defending, and interception skills.
  
  
• Utility Player:
  Pearson's versatility allows him to play in various positions, including right-back, left-back, center-back, and holding midfield.
  
  
• Long Ball Specialist:
  He often uses long balls to attack and is also known for his play from the ground.
  
  
• Set-Piece Threat:
  Pearson is a valuable asset during set-pieces, both in defense and attack.