Well it would be ruida not to

[Hansern]

So Leipzig bought him from Feynoord, didn't fancy him and loaned him to Sunderland who aren't arsed and so we want him.

Someone secure Ramsey's shoelaces and control his medicine cabinet!

Leipzig bought him from Feyenoord (were he was excellent). Played 35 games last season but loaned out to Sunderland. I would imagine he fits better in a back 4 rather than the 5 Sunderland use.
I don’t think arsed is the right term..

He’s a good player that is very strong defensively. Just what we need short term.
Solid but not exciting.
19 caps for Holland.

 

[Hansern]

Why would Sunderland agree to this is my thoughts? Hes played 17 games started 7 for them. He's an important part of their squad.

Unless we financially compensate both Sunderland and Leipzig. I feel this is a Hughes/Edwards "At least we tried" distraction.

Which is why it’s dependent on Sunderland signing a replacement. Mukiele us their starting RB. Which is arguably Gerrtruidas best position.

We’re looking at other targets as well, so I don’t think the last part is true.

 

[Brizzle]

He might not be the most wanted but if Slot knows & trusts him let’s get him in. Anything to save the legs of virg / Ibu / frim

 

[peterhague]

Look we obviously need some dude in right now who is at least semi competent. It's not rocket science. Hopefully we sort the defence properly in the summer.

 

[keniget]

It's gonna be fun when they're all fit at the same time.

 

[Gerry_A_Trick]

Don't know anything about him, but we definitely need some cover at CB/RB. Would be nice if he was a long term solution, but we can sort that in the summer if not.

 

[Hansern]

It also helps that we scouted him extensively last summer. We know he’ll fit.
A loan is great. Either we move on or try to sign him if he impresses.

 

[Squiggles]

I'd be in favour of sorting out a loan for 6 months. I'm not keen especially keen to sign Slots former players when he may well be given the boot by then. It's all a bit Ten Hag. at United.

If he does well and we feel he can be a decent Gomez replacement, offering versatility to any manager then we can enter talks in the summer. That's how I'd play it. What's in it for Sunderland is anyone's guess. Maybe RB have a recall and do as they please.

 

[tombrown]

So, if we do get him, I think we need to drop a non HG player from the PL squad for this season. I think Ramsay is non HG, but if its not him it is one of Endo or Cheesie

 

[Gerry_A_Trick]

Do you really think Slot might be gone before the summer? Can't see it. Maybe a 10% chance.

 

[Momo]

So, if we do get him, I think we need to drop a non HG player from the PL squad for this season. I think Ramsay is non HG, but if its not him it is one of Endo or Cheesie

Isak or Bradley? I know we can remove both from our CL A squad but not sure if Tayto is classed as HG in the league.

 

[keniget]

If he's such a great option, why wait until the very last second to try and get it done?

Weird.

 

[Hansern]

What’s not to like on loan?

Key Strengths

• Versatility: Capable of playing across the backline (3 or 4-man) or in defensive midfield.
• Technical Composure: Elite ball control and passing ability, often used as a "fail-safe" in possession, allowing him to evade pressure and break lines.
• Physicality & Defense: Strong in 1v1 situations, with high tackling and interception rates.
• Goal Threat: Regularly contributes to attacking phases, often scoring from defense or contributing to build-up play.

Technical & Tactical Profile

• Passing: Ranks highly in long pass completion and progressive passing distance.
• Intelligence: Excellent at reading the game, often intercepting or anticipating opponent movements before they materialize.
• Leadership: Known for having a strong character and leadership qualities.

Timber type profile.

 

[dee]

Marseille were under the impression they had sealed the signing of a reinforcement in Dutch defender Geertruida. The French club, in desperate need of a new defender, had reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with the player, making a transfer seem all but done. However, in a shocking last-minute turn, full-back and centre-back Geertruida is heading to newly-promoted Premier League side Sunderland, according to Fabrizio Romano. The deal is a loan deal for €2.5 million with a purchase option set at €23m (£20m/$27m).

 

[tombrown]

Isak or Bradley? I know we can remove both from our CL A squad but not sure if Tayto is classed as HG in the league.

This is what Gemini told me :

Non-Homegrown (Foreign)	Alisson, Mamardashvili, Van Dijk, Konaté, Robertson, Kerkez, Ramsay, Wirtz, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Endo, Salah, Isak, Gakpo, Ekitiké, Chiesa
Homegrown	Woodman, Mrozek, Gomez, Williams, Bradley, Frimpong, Jones

I thought Isak was due back April, so would be mad to drop him

 

[Gerry_A_Trick]

Can we not just put him back in, in April? Or are there restrictions on when you can adjust the squad?

 

[binomial]

All things considered, this would be a welcomed addition.

 

[dee]

Isak or Bradley? I know we can remove both from our CL A squad but not sure if Tayto is classed as HG in the league.

Connor is HG for EPL. Think he's association trained for for UEFA?

 

[Momo]

Connor is HG for EPL. Think he's association trained for for UEFA?

The squad list on the UEFA site only has A squad and B squad listed. Not association trained or not. He’s too old to be in the B squad which is unlimited.

This is where we need @StevieM ‘s skills and knowledge.

 

[peterhague]

I'd be in favour of sorting out a loan for 6 months. I'm not keen especially keen to sign Slots former players when he may well be given the boot by then. It's all a bit Ten Hag. at United.

If he does well and we feel he can be a decent Gomez replacement, offering versatility to any manager then we can enter talks in the summer. That's how I'd play it. What's in it for Sunderland is anyone's guess. Maybe RB have a recall and do as they please.

It's one ex-player on loan FFS. Ten Hag signed about 25 of the fuckers for like a billion quid combined.

 

[dee]

We have until Midnight tonight (I think) to make up to 3 changes to the squad then that's your lot (except for goalies)

 

[dee]

Our current Squad:

Becker
Marshmallow
Woodman*

Gomez*
Virge
Ibou
Kerkez
Tayto*
Robbo
Frimpers* (Man City)

Wirtz
Endo
Szobo
Mac A
Curtis*
Gravy

Isak
Salah
Cheesy
Gakpo
Tekkers
Ngumoha (unbelievably doesn't count as home grown!)

Nyoni, Danns & Nallo are on the b list

So we are only using five of the possible 8 slots (we lost Quansah, Elliott and Morton from last season's list). So Cheesy will get bounced again if we buy /loan an overseas player

 

[dee]

Regaring Leoni and Ngumoha

UEFA rules state: “A player may be registered on List B if he is born on or after January 1, 2004 and has, since his 15th birthday, been eligible to play for the club concerned for any uninterrupted period of two years or a total of three consecutive years with a maximum of one loan period to a club from the same association for a period not longer than one year.”

So Ngumoha will be eligible for List B from next season, and Leoni can be registered as an under-21 player the season after

 

[dee]

For the EPL it would be a straight swap Geertruida for Ramsey (over-21, overseas)

 

[Hansern]

View: https://x.com/buntingfootball/status/2017881535374901654?s=46

 

[Hansern]

So, Leipzig won’t block the move but we’ll have to negotiate with both clubs to get this done. 23 mill € fee to make it permanent.


View: https://x.com/philipphinze24/status/2017885032296161532?s=46

 

[Holle]

We should bunker about another million for horse placenta.

 

[Fabio]

Seems dumb not to get him

 

[Hansern]

As a short term loan deal it makes perfect sense. A new manager can assess what to do with the loan deal after the season.

Not sure were the injury prone claim comes from. Missed 0 games in 25/26, 3 in 24/25 and 5 in 23/24.

 

[Dreambeliever]

What age is he?