Striker

[Clive 1960]

What are people's thoughts on a new striker in January if the money is available or do we stick with what we have.

[MDWat]

Yes, need a striker.

Would love to see us stump up the cash for Gyokeres as think he’d be brilliant in our system but I suspect we’ll send Dervisoglu back and loan another one.

[HiThere]

From a fan's point of view without knowing if Tella is staying then yes, we need one.

All it takes is an injury to Jay and we're fecked.

[randomclaret2]

One of the strugglers in the Prem will go for Gyokeres

[what_no_pies]

Sign a young player that could fill in in the venet Jay wasnt available. No need to upset the apple cart.

[It Is What It Is]

Why fix it when it's not broken?
We have a good honest talented group and goals coming from every position.
We have a good strong squad, the team is a settled group and any new incomings would rock the boat.
New signings yes...but in the summer, we will need adjustment in the EPL.

[Vegas Claret]

One of the strugglers in the Prem will go for Gyokeres

I saw in the press today Wolves, Everton and Saints are all going after him, if that is correct then we can absolutely forget him.

[Commy]

I like Ross Stewart at Sunderland. Seems to be more energetic than Gyokeres and knows where the goal is.

[jojomk1]

We only have two out and out strikers and both well into their 30's
A must have signing required asap to get used to the squad and playing system
A pre season before next year is not enough time especially if we are in the Prem

[RVclaret]

What are people's thoughts on a new striker in January if the money is available or do we stick with what we have.

It’s a tough one. Yes we do need a new striker due to the ages of the current ones, and perhaps a different option to them too. But look at our bench last night. If a new striker signs, who’s he moving off the bench? Let alone starting 11.

[jrgbfc]

If there's somebody available who we think could do a job for us in the Prem we should definitely be interested.

[IWOODLOVETT]

IMO we have a potential fox in the box striker in Anass Zaroury. He has the strong (low centre of gravity) build, he is brave, he is two footed, he has a cool head and the manner he has scored his latest goals tells me he is an efficient and clinical finisher.

I haven’t seen enough of Churlinov or Twine to make a judgment on their qualities as a striker and we know that Zaroury has excellent skills on the wing, but I would love to see Anass played alongside Jay up top.

[123EasyasBFC]

Instead of splashing cash id maybe like to see churlinov or Costelloe play as the number 9 in cup against Bournemouth see how they do

[BleedingClaret]

I saw in the press today Wolves, Everton and Saints are all going after him, if that is correct then we can absolutely forget him.

If you are deciding, who to sign for, between those 3 and Burnley and your main desire is to be in the Premier League next season then imo we are the best bet.
If however your motivation is more money related then we’re not

[jedi_master]

If a deal can be done for Gyokeres (£10m down, £5m on promotion or some such) - do it. I have said this before, Coventry City are totally brassic right now. They have a takeover that is going nowhere fast with a guy called Doug King who seems a bit of a fantasist and nobody is truly sure of his wealth. It wont be going through any time soon, if indeed it ever does. Callum O'Hare has just done his ACL - this is also key as they would likely have sold one of him or Gyokeres to keep the lights on in January (they were relying on us signing O'Hare before his injury in the summer, in the end they sold Dominic Hyam to Blackburn instead as they needed money in). Gyokeres is out of contract in 18 months. Only possible stumbling block is if he has Premier League suitors, if so, fair enough.

If Gyokeres is a no go, I would consider Joel Piroe from Swansea as a cheaper alternative. Only bagged 6/7 this season after getting 20+ last but he's a good player for sure and suits a footballing side. Good age too.

[agreenwood]

Jay’s had a quiet few games and, Blackburn aside, Barnes is looking his age.

Unless Twine is seen as an effective option, it would be good to bring in a striker if a deal can be done.

[claretspice]

Jay’s had a quiet few games and, Blackburn aside, Barnes is looking his age.

Unless Twine is seen as an effective option, it would be good to bring in a striker if a deal can be done.

We don't need a striker to get over the line this season. Jay is still plenty good enough and whilst he's been short of goals (and clear chances) recently, he's still contributing plenty in his link play and with the space his movement creates. Ashley for my money has come on strong after a slow start to the season - I thought his all round game was excellent at Old Trafford and very good when he came on with purpose last night.

But if we go up, we will need a striker capable of leading the line. We'll also need to strengthen right down the spine to be competitive. If the right striker is available in January as a down-payment on that recruitment, it makes sense to do it. Suspect its as likely we bring in a central midfielder or even centre half, though. What we don't need is another filler player - we should only be active if we're bringing someone of real calibre.

[arise_sir_charge]

Another option that wouldn’t cost the earth could be Jerry Yates at Blackpool.

[dsr]

IMO we have a potential fox in the box striker in Anass Zaroury. He has the strong (low centre of gravity) build, he is brave, he is two footed, he has a cool head and the manner he has scored his latest goals tells me he is an efficient and clinical finisher.

I haven’t seen enough of Churlinov or Twine to make a judgment on their qualities as a striker and we know that Zaroury has excellent skills on the wing, but I would love to see Anass played alongside Jay up top.

I never like the idea of taking one of the best in the league at his position, and playing him somewhere else.

[Conroysleftfoot]

If a deal can be done for Gyokeres (£10m down, £5m on promotion or some such) - do it. I have said this before, Coventry City are totally brassic right now. They have a takeover that is going nowhere fast with a guy called Doug King who seems a bit of a fantasist and nobody is truly sure of his wealth. It wont be going through any time soon, if indeed it ever does. Callum O'Hare has just done his ACL - this is also key as they would likely have sold one of him or Gyokeres to keep the lights on in January (they were relying on us signing O'Hare before his injury in the summer, in the end they sold Dominic Hyam to Blackburn instead as they needed money in). Gyokeres is out of contract in 18 months. Only possible stumbling block is if he has Premier League suitors, if so, fair enough.

If Gyokeres is a no go, I would consider Joel Piroe from Swansea as a cheaper alternative. Only bagged 6/7 this season after getting 20+ last but he's a good player for sure and suits a footballing side. Good age too.

Good shout for Piroe, fits the Swansea system so should do well in ours. Think Swansea are still short of money so would be interesting to see what price he would be.

[roperclaret]

IMO we have a potential fox in the box striker in Anass Zaroury. He has the strong (low centre of gravity) build, he is brave, he is two footed, he has a cool head and the manner he has scored his latest goals tells me he is an efficient and clinical finisher.

I haven’t seen enough of Churlinov or Twine to make a judgment on their qualities as a striker and we know that Zaroury has excellent skills on the wing, but I would love to see Anass played alongside Jay up top.

I really don’t get this. To play alongside Jay you’d need to completely change the set up of the team. Are you advocating going back to 4 4 2??

[Ampth7]

Quite a few scenarios for VK to consider I think.
1). What if Tella is called back or not!?
2). What if Jay breaks down in one of our next 3/4 games?
3). If either/both of the above scenarios happen, then can VK realistically rely on a Twine or Churlinov to play in some kind of 9 role?
I suspect, assuming the transfers side of the club is being managed well, which I’m sure it is, that we will have contingency plans in place in the form of potential incoming transfers. This will obviously also depend on whether these transfer/loan deals can be agreed or not with their respective clubs without breaking the bank.
Finally, I’m sure VK and company will also be mindful of the question, ‘are these potential new signings capable of the jump up to the Prem, assuming we get there?’

For me, if a deal can be done for Gyokeres, then let’s do it because he looks the perfect fit for us and I believe he can make the step up to the Prem. However, I think it’s unlikely to happen due to supposed prem interest already along with a transfer fee way above what we can afford right now. Therefore, I suspect the Obafemi deal might be more realistic during this window.

[AfloatinClaret]

I agree that we'll get promoted irrespective but it would be comforting to have better than AB - irrespective of Blackburn - as backup/replacement for Jay, provided we can find someone at a sensible price, which is unlikely in January, whereas come the summer when several options will be entering the last twelve months of their contracts, sellers may become more amenable. The one cost effective option I can see and which I'd be more than happy with is to see Weghorst return from Turkey

[Vegas Claret]

there's just as much chance of us signing an unknown from Denmark as there is someone from the Championship and we've already proven the case that the value is abroad......

[Newcastleclaret93]

Would love it if we could sign Undav on loan with a few to buy.

He looks great

[Cooclaret]

We’re 11 points clear for promotion.

Buy the striker we need for the Premier-league. If he’s not available, think about the opportunity to blood a younger star. If they’re not good enough, buy a prospect.

[Roosterbooster]

I like Ross Stewart at Sunderland. Seems to be more energetic than Gyokeres and knows where the goal is.

Sunderland fans rave about him. See him as essential to them picking up points

[1HappyClaret]

I saw in the press today Wolves, Everton and Saints are all going after him, if that is correct then we can absolutely forget him.

Would you go to Premier Clubs who may get relegated in 6 months time or spend 6 months in the Championship and very likely be in the Premier League next season. I know which I would go for.

[Vegas Claret]

Would you go to Premier Clubs who may get relegated in 6 months time or spend 6 months in the Championship and very likely be in the Premier League next season. I know which I would go for.

in the history of football I can only rememeber 1 player turning down more money and that was the lad who turned us down to play for Championship Bournemouth because our football was horrific. Now, there may well be more and I 100% get where you are coming from but I would imagine Gyokeres agent would have a conversation along the lines of ' We want 65K per week and a relegation clause'...........

[Boss Hogg]

We need a striker but that’s it. Could do with Long going and possibly Lowton to free up wages.

[Spijed]

We need a striker but that’s it. Could do with Long going and possibly Lowton to free up wages.

For just this season or next?

[HiThere]

We MUST have one eye on the Premier League. And I'm sure we will. Whoever we bring in, has to be somebody who can make the step up.

[dougcollins]

Couple of really good crosses came in on the edge of the six yard box last night, in both cases Jay was nowhere near. He's got a touch of the Kanes at the moment, sterling work between the boxes but not being there to stick the easy ones away.

[FCBurnley]

We have a few players who we could sell in Jan to free up cash and wages. I would bring WW back and sign Tella if Saints will let him go. That would be enough to get us in the Prem. Tella will leave a big hole if Saints recall him

[HiThere]

Couple of really good crosses came in on the edge of the six yard box last night, in both cases Jay was nowhere near. He's got a touch of the Kanes at the moment, sterling work between the boxes but not being there to stick the easy ones away.

Kane is one thing. No need to bring Sterling into this. We're not England.

[SonofPog]

TBH, we're probably okay as is.

But if we're to buy, I would much rather get a center mid. Some competition for Cullen and Cork. As Westwood fitness still a question mark plus need replacing anyway and Bastien not up to the requirements (as yet).

Up front is where we have the most strength in-depth.

[Carwin261]

Against some of the lesser teams I’d try Tella up front,ok he’s not as tall as Jay,but better ball control,& a hell of a lot quicker.

[Vegas Claret]

TBH, we're probably okay as is.

But if we're to buy, I would much rather get a center mid. Some competition for Cullen and Cork. As Westwood fitness still a question mark plus need replacing anyway and Bastien not up to the requirements (as yet).

Up front is where we have the most strength in-depth.

spot on, we saw against Man Utd we lacked a bit of speed across the ground in the midfield, I'm not sure Bastien is going to be the answer from what we have already. I think there are a few rumours that Westy could be US bound

[roperclaret]

Against some of the lesser teams I’d try Tella up front,ok he’s not as tall as Jay,but better ball control,& a hell of a lot quicker.

Sorry just cannot agree with this. This team won’t work with a centre forward who plays on the shoulder looking to get in behind. Sheffield Utd game being a case in point. Our midfield just couldn’t control the game.