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I think it's this part which is causing the biggest problem, bite the bullet earlier on Martial, Batshuayi, Lemar and the chance of the other teams turning their head is reduced, as they are still looking at targets higher up their list at that point. For example Everton just snapped up Keane, had they waited too long those currently shopping for the Van Dijks and Bonuccis of this world could end up moving on to them.
When we were averaging 6-7 signings a summer window I think Levy's approach was spot on, but now Poch has got us into such a good place where we only need 1-2 we should really be trying to make them the best 1-2 possible IMHO. Especially after the last minute panic buy last season benefited no one, time to be proactive and push the boat out to get the A-C targets that have been heavily scouted...
It's a bit more complicated than that though. The signing fee is just one part. We then have to pay wages. If someone wants £150k a week and gets it, what will the rest of the squad say? It could cost us a hell of a lot more.
Things are also complicated by the new stadium. We owe many different loans to different banks, tavistock etc... then we have money coming in from different sources at different times (still getting money for bale).
Levy is juggling at the moment.
Thought sissoko was who poch wanted? Partly because he played really well both games against us and partly because he had a good euros.
Would love it if levy would just get players in early with little messing about and think he could probably do better but do realise that he is doing what he thinks is best for the club.