[Albion] Leandro Trossard SIGNS ON A FOUR-YEAR DEAL

[Swansman]

I live in hope that Trossard is loving life here, knows he probably won’t be an automatic first choice at a top six club and has seen how things have panned out so far for Biss and Cucu. He has already said he wants game time assured if he does go hasn’t he?

People keep saying this and yet I'm just somewhat struggling to see exactly what Sterling, Pulisic, Sancho, Ronaldo etc. can do that he can't.

I was more hopeful for a new Trossard contract than I was with Alexis signing a new one. Still don't think it is impossible, but if I was his agent looking at Trossards performances, I'd say "you might not wanna do that".

 

[PILTDOWN MAN]

People keep saying this and yet I'm just somewhat struggling to see exactly what Sterling, Pulisic, Sancho, Ronaldo etc. can do that he can't.

I was more hopeful for a new Trossard contract than I was with Alexis signing a new one. Still don't think it is impossible, but if I was his agent looking at Trossards performances, I'd say "you might not wanna do that".

But now he's got a manager that won't suddenly decide to play him in goal.

 

[GoingUp]

People keep saying this and yet I'm just somewhat struggling to see exactly what Sterling, Pulisic, Sancho, Ronaldo etc. can do that he can't.

I was more hopeful for a new Trossard contract than I was with Alexis signing a new one. Still don't think it is impossible, but if I was his agent looking at Trossards performances, I'd say "you might not wanna do that".

Well Sterling and Pulisic arn't going to do well if they are played as fullbacks lol

Trossard probably wouldn't start week in, week out at a top 6 side at the moment, as he is still a bit inconsistent but if he keeps scoring then he will be on the radar (he probably is already) for clubs such as Liverpool who need a refresh and a younger midfield.

 

[Munchkin]

As a club we must be on a really difficult position. From what I understand the contract is on the table and has been for a while.

If it’s not signed before the transfer window opens and a considerable offer comes in, the board will have a serious decision to make before we potentially lose him in the summer for nothing.

Such an important player for us so I hope he commits long term, but I’m also hugely excited at the potential Sarmiento has when he’s given the opportunity.

 

[Swansman]

Well Sterling and Pulisic arn't going to do well if they are played as fullbacks lol

Trossard probably wouldn't start week in, week out at a top 6 side at the moment, as he is still a bit inconsistent but if he keeps scoring then he will be on the radar (he probably is already) for clubs such as Liverpool who need a refresh and a younger midfield.

Good players can play in most positions. Trossard has been excellent when playing LWB, Sterling hasn't. Why? Main reason: Trossard is a better footballer than Sterling.

He is inconsistent yes but it kind of goes with the role. He's a lot more consistent now than 2 years ago and no more likely to have a bad run of games than anyone else really.

Trossard probably wouldn't start for City but other than that I think he'd get into most sides. Liverpool is unlikely though... as you say they need to refresh the team and decrease the average age a bit and Tross does not fit into that.

 

[Swansman]

As a club we must be on a really difficult position. From what I understand the contract is on the table and has been for a while.

If it’s not signed before the transfer window opens and a considerable offer comes in, the board will have a serious decision to make before we potentially lose him in the summer for nothing.

Such an important player for us so I hope he commits long term, but I’m also hugely excited at the potential Sarmiento has when he’s given the opportunity.

Option for another year so whatever happens he won't walk for free in the summer.

 

[nickbrighton]

As a club we must be on a really difficult position. From what I understand the contract is on the table and has been for a while.

If it’s not signed before the transfer window opens and a considerable offer comes in, the board will have a serious decision to make before we potentially lose him in the summer for nothing.

Such an important player for us so I hope he commits long term, but I’m also hugely excited at the potential Sarmiento has when he’s given the opportunity.

why woud we lose him in the summer for nothing? Why do people forget that there is a one year extention in his contract, which the club can activate to ensure that even if he goes, we will get money for him.

 

[rogersix]

People keep saying this and yet I'm just somewhat struggling to see exactly what Sterling, Pulisic, Sancho, Ronaldo etc. can do that he can't.

I was more hopeful for a new Trossard contract than I was with Alexis signing a new one. Still don't think it is impossible, but if I was his agent looking at Trossards performances, I'd say "you might not wanna do that".

you couldn't have been objective yesterday, so who did you support? us or potter?

 

[RexCathedra]

There are only six -- at a push, seven -- real clubs in England.
The rest of the pyramid are just NPC.
Ask any of the six. I'm proud and privileged merely to breathe the same air they do.

 

[A1X]

I live in hope that Trossard is loving life here, knows he probably won’t be an automatic first choice at a top six club and has seen how things have panned out so far for Biss and Cucu. He has already said he wants game time assured if he does go hasn’t he?

I’d also point him in the direction of someone like Mahrez and Grealish, no guarantees at a big club, especially ones that change manager semi-frequently.

 

[American Seagle]

He has a year and half left on his contract. He is having a storming season so far. I would imagine, all the time he keeps this form up, he (well his agent) will decide it is better to wait until the summer than sign now as his value is only going up currently.

 

[Munchkin]

why woud we lose him in the summer for nothing? Why do people forget that there is a one year extention in his contract, which the club can activate to ensure that even if he goes, we will get money for him.

Didn’t think Trossard’s contract had the option to extend. Good news. Think from the clubs point of view they would still like to see a commitment from him, if he’s made it clear he’s not going to stay beyond that period, then cashing in (when arguably in his best ever run of form) has to be a conundrum for the club.

 

[Swansman]

you couldn't have been objective yesterday, so who did you support? us or potter?

Going into it I wasn't sure how I was going to feel. My wishes for Brighton to win and Potter to do well sort of took each other out - I could just watch the game and appreciate the football. Unfortunately that particular part disappointed me a bit - after about a month of hype surrounding this game, I was hoping for 90 minutes of tension, battle and brilliance but instead the game felt pretty over very quickly and entirely over by half-time. Other than that I was just enjoying the football Brighton played. Felt a little sorry for GP but he'll get over it.

I want GP to do well, get some titles, improve young players and have them play great football. Preferably in just about any other club, but in Chelsea if he must. If they play Tottenham or something, I'm 100% hoping for a Chelsea win. But GP or no GP, I remain who I've always been... if Brentford or Brighton beat Chelsea I just find it hard not to smile at the pain the big 6-glory hunter fans are feeling.

 

[Farehamseagull]

I’d also point him in the direction of someone like Mahrez and Grealish, no guarantees at a big club, especially ones that change manager semi-frequently.

So maybe Grealish and Mahrez who have played well and won titles under one world class manager who has been at the same club for over 6 years are not the best examples then!

 

[Swansman]

I’d also point him in the direction of someone like Mahrez and Grealish, no guarantees at a big club, especially ones that change manager semi-frequently.

I'm sure both of them are crying themselves to sleep every night

 

[maresfield seagull]

Good players can play in most positions. Trossard has been excellent when playing LWB, Sterling hasn't. Why? Main reason: Trossard is a better footballer than Sterling.

He is inconsistent yes but it kind of goes with the role. He's a lot more consistent now than 2 years ago and no more likely to have a bad run of games than anyone else really.

Trossard probably wouldn't start for City but other than that I think he'd get into most sides. Liverpool is unlikely though... as you say they need to refresh the team and decrease the average age a bit and Tross does not fit into that.

Leo a better footballer than Sterling ?
that’s worthy of a seperate discussion

 

[Swansman]

Leo a better footballer than Sterling ?
that’s worthy of a seperate discussion

No doubt in my mind. Not a bad player but Trossard is better.

No coincidence Pep let him go rather cheaply to a competing club.

 

[American Seagle]

Leo a better footballer than Sterling ?
that’s worthy of a seperate discussion

Currently Trossard is better. Which is what matters. Sterling used to be better than Trossard is now, but he isn't that player anymore it seems.

 

[Green Cross Code Man]

Option for another year so whatever happens he won't walk for free in the summer.

Yes that was what the numpties at Talksport were missing yesterday after the match. One of them said 'Why not wait for the summer? I'd prefer to pay nothing....'

 

[Zeberdi]

… De Zerbi will have some players he'd like to recruit, so some others moving will provide space in the squad for the new talent.

Perhaps he’s got an Italian striker in mind -