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It's also not a question of being backed or not. As there's the simple reality of January always being notoriously difficult to sign new players. Kulu + Benta deals are rare.
Yes, I can certainly see they will bring in CB cover. But it won't be a player at VdV or Romero's level. But will fit in a pinch.
Ange is probably considering what his short-term options will look like in midfield with AFCON and the Asian Cup. Therefore, can see a loan in that area. Same with the attack.
The true measure of whether or not he is backed will be next summer. As I'm sure he'll have three or four priority positions/player-types he will be pushing hard for. Hopefully they won't leave him short. Think he's proven - even by this stage - that he is a star worthy of hitching.
We’ve had many similar moments before where we’ve flirted with pushing on and inexplicably the board haven’t gone for it. I think it’s safest to
presume the worst and then if it does happen we’ll have a nice suprise.
We definitely need another CB and a DM and maybe a striker but let’s see. Most important is a new CB for me.