I don't consider Sigurdsson to be worth anywhere near £50m. Ludicrous. But, I've never really looked at it this way. If we ever get to the stage of signing anybody of the quality of Aguero and at the right age/time in their career, then yes, thats a massive statement.
I'd agree that £30m rising to £35m tops for Sigurdsson. I'll be surprised if we go above £35m. I could be wrong. If Leicester pay £40m+ then fair enough. Just my opinion
In way, if he goes too either of those clubs I'd be disappointed in him actually. Yes, he wants to play regularly next season to push for a World Cup place. But for me, he should knuckle down and back his ability to get in our team. Especially as a Blue. If he goes to somewhere like Spurs...
If we qualify for Europa group stages there'll be plenty of fixtures. So yes, thats a fair point.
Barkley? I think he has the ability for sure. Does he apply that ability on a consistent basis? Probably not, and thats the frustration for me (and lots of our fans). So I get what you're saying. My...
Don't dislike Sigurdsson. Clearly been very good at Swansea. Good at set pieces too. But I'm just not desperate for us to sign him. Deep down I think its because I want Ross to stay and do the business for us. That notion appears to be fading fast now though.
And, if Sigurdsson signs for us then...