Rudolf Hucker Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 34 minutes ago, Sleepy1968 said: Yep. Chelsea are now the one club we cant sell him to. If we did, presumably we’d get a Shed load of money. Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 So let's assume the rumours about Brownhill going to Leicester are bull, where does Massengo play? I'm hoping in place of Pack, otherwise with 2 up front if we get this mystery striker and 1 wide man, there are only 3 midfield spots for 6 centre mid players; Pack, Walsh, Brownhill, Pato, Palmer and Szmodics. It's fairly obvious LJ does not 'trust' Walsh and Pato more likely to be cameo roles if not sold, but that's still 4 players to fill 3 spots and that's not counting when Korey is back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 38 minutes ago, City_pete1 said: I am happy of course, but I cannot get my head around this one... He is 18 and played a few games in the CL and is a 'hot prospect', then he signs for a championship team and in his first interview talks about getting back into the CL. The only motivation I can see as possible, that I hope is true, is he is dropping down intentionally to try and play more games. Otherwise this just doesn't make sense to me... Fingers crossed we have a gem on our hands. More likely that BCFC, particularly in France, has a growing reputation of signing players, improving players, and not standing in the way of players when a Prem team comes calling. We are seen as a team that talented players are now happy to come to, and so what if it’s a stepping stone in their career. We get to see some quality players and if they don’t make it to the Prem / CL with us then we’ve given them the opportunity to showcase their talent, give them the experience and allowed them to progress their career. I don’t have any problem with this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 Anyone else making a connection between Thierry Henry / Arsenal / Nketiah and this young lad ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lez Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 1 hour ago, ScottishRed said: It’s a good question. I wonder if he purely sees us as a stepping stone to the promised land rapido i.e. next summer. Would not be a surprise if that is how we ‘sold’ the move to him. We win by having him for the year and hopefully performing added to a huge profit next summer. I would imagine exactly this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin_unreliant Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 GmGface is saying that the £7-8m fee quoted in France isn't right. So maybe it isn't as huge a gamble as it seems. Will be interesting to see what exactly he says the number was. Hasn't said what it was in the article on the BP site - little tease. https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/han-noah-massengo-reveals-chose-3177742 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddogkev Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 I'll look forward to seeing him go out on loan to Torquay. Welcome to the club, Noah, make it rain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeh Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 Maybe the lad just wants to play football, he never got a sniff after Henry was sacked and became frustrated, he’s seen how young players get treated here and wants to be a part of it, he won’t be with us for long and we will get more for him then we did for webster, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin_unreliant Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 12 minutes ago, Monkeh said: Maybe the lad just wants to play football, he never got a sniff after Henry was sacked and became frustrated, he’s seen how young players get treated here and wants to be a part of it, he won’t be with us for long and we will get more for him then we did for webster, Or alternatively he could be like that highly rated youngster Ryan Kent who came here from a massive club and proved he couldn't do it in this league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allwaysred Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 To most this signing came out the blue but this is something we worked on last summer as are under 23 squad played Monico last year and that's where connections we're made. LJ flew out and watched him on several occasions 1 of which I believe was a champions league game. Also he was tipped to go to Chelsea but with their embargo it wasn't possible. This for me is where I think we have been very clever and MA in particular as we've signed him on a 4yr deal and wouldn't mind betting his next destination will be Chelsea...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reddogkev Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 4 minutes ago, robin_unreliant said: Or alternatively he could be like that highly rated youngster Ryan Kent who came here from a massive club and proved he couldn't do it in this league. Or he could be the next Gustav Engval and never really get a proper chance at City! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robin_unreliant Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 2 minutes ago, reddogkev said: Or he could be the next Gustav Engval and never really get a proper chance at City! Or Jonathan Leko who LJ apparently had been tracking and was convinced would be a huge success. Allegedly..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatalist Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 16 minutes ago, Allwaysred said: To most this signing came out the blue but this is something we worked on last summer as are under 23 squad played Monico last year and that's where connections we're made. LJ flew out and watched him on several occasions 1 of which I believe was a champions league game. Also he was tipped to go to Chelsea but with their embargo it wasn't possible. This for me is where I think we have been very clever and MA in particular as we've signed him on a 4yr deal and wouldn't mind betting his next destination will be Chelsea...... IIRC the last player we signed after playing against our youth team was Clive Whitehead, and he didn't turn out too bad. Didn't cost 8 million mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coombsy Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 Welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfOfWestStreet Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 Must be one of the strangest transfers in the history of the club. Literally no idea if he's any good, seems crazy money to me. You get a player of Kalas quality for that. I guess he won't be warming the bench, good luck kid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 I know it’s youtube or Wyscout clips....but eff me, this kid is playing give and gets in the Champions League. Whether he adjusts to our Champ I’ve no idea, but he is like Fabregas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fpcity Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 4 minutes ago, Davefevs said: I know it’s youtube or Wyscout clips....but eff me, this kid is playing give and gets in the Champions League. Whether he adjusts to our Champ I’ve no idea, but he is like Fabregas. I was thinking of Fabregas yesterday and thinking he could be similar. Not the biggest but controlled midfields from what 18/19yrs old? Technique, composure and excellent passing but also stick a foot in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 13 minutes ago, WolfOfWestStreet said: Must be one of the strangest transfers in the history of the club. Literally no idea if he's any good, seems crazy money to me. You get a player of Kalas quality for that. I guess he won't be warming the bench, good luck kid. Have you not read the conspiracy theory that City are signing him as Chelsea currently have a transfer ban in place? They have been aware of this kid for a while so we are doing them a favour by bringing him to England. Assuming the lad does well Chelsea will have first refusal on him once their ban expires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 We’ve just signed a 18 year old hot prospect from Monaco with Champions League experience. This doesn’t happen to Bristol City... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLionLad Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 1 hour ago, cider-manc said: A lot of monaco fans on twitter are blaming his dad- Who i'm guessing they see as using his son to chase the cash. Thank God Zach Clough's Dad didn't have a say in the matter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bs4Red Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 2 hours ago, ScottishRed said: With all respect, that is utter nonsense. We agree to do that THEN get found out, the punishment would make going into Administration look like a walk in the park. Remember the background of our owner - there is no way in the world he would be party to any of that. SL alluded in his interview about how our relationships with bigger clubs have taken us into a different world in terms of players. No rules would be broken if Chelsea had ‘recommended’ him and in honesty I think it makes perfect sense. I’m not saying that’s what happened etc but it wouldn’t surprise me to see him end up at Chelsea in a couple of years for 20m+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 48 minutes ago, Robbored said: Have you not read the conspiracy theory that City are signing him as Chelsea currently have a transfer ban in place? They have been aware of this kid for a while so we are doing them a favour by bringing him to England. Assuming the lad does well Chelsea will have first refusal on him once their ban expires. Pure wild speculation on your part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 Conspiracy theory Lord Lucan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumRed Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 1 hour ago, Robbored said: Have you not read the conspiracy theory that City are signing him as Chelsea currently have a transfer ban in place? They have been aware of this kid for a while so we are doing them a favour by bringing him to England. Assuming the lad does well Chelsea will have first refusal on him once their ban expires. That was all that was, a conspiracy theory, freely admitted by the poster. Or have you seen this on the OS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swampy Posted August 5, 2019 Report Share Posted August 5, 2019 He made six appearances last season upon his call-up from Monaco’s B side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FNQ Posted August 6, 2019 Report Share Posted August 6, 2019 2 hours ago, Davefevs said: I know it’s youtube or Wyscout clips....but eff me, this kid is playing give and gets in the Champions League. Whether he adjusts to our Champ I’ve no idea, but he is like Fabregas. Oh stop it... If you keep talking like this my house will be up for sale and I'll be moving back to Bristol.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColeCiderRed Posted August 6, 2019 Report Share Posted August 6, 2019 3 hours ago, Robbored said: Have you not read the conspiracy theory that City are signing him as Chelsea currently have a transfer ban in place? They have been aware of this kid for a while so we are doing them a favour by bringing him to England. Assuming the lad does well Chelsea will have first refusal on him once their ban expires. I'll wait until this is on the OS, otherwise it just isn't true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westred1 Posted August 6, 2019 Report Share Posted August 6, 2019 5 hours ago, Robbored said: Have you not read the conspiracy theory that City are signing him as Chelsea currently have a transfer ban in place? They have been aware of this kid for a while so we are doing them a favour by bringing him to England. Assuming the lad does well Chelsea will have first refusal on him once their ban expires. Don’t half talk some bollocks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unan Posted August 6, 2019 Report Share Posted August 6, 2019 For Massengo, I will not be surprised that in 3 months Henry arrives as a coach and begins to place his balls during the transfer window I had the 'misfortune' (I saw Bristol on the title I zapped out of curiosity) to watch on Bein Sunday aprem against Leeds but what a disaster this team of serious broken arms. Already Leeds (on this game I've never seen others) it was bad but Bristol except the black in the middle that has made 2/3 breakthroughs interesting, the rest is 0. https://liveteam-asm.com/AsmForum/index.php?/topic/1085-han-noah-massengo/&do=findComment&comment=248919 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeh Posted August 6, 2019 Report Share Posted August 6, 2019 1 hour ago, westred1 said: Don’t half talk some bollocks He isn’t though, there really are people who believe we’ve signed him for Chelsea when there embargo lifts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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