‘It’s an intrigruing one’ – Bristol City weigh up midfielder transfer swoop: The verdict Bristol City are weighing up a move for released midfielder Beram Kayal, as per the Daily Mail. The 32-year-old central midfielder has been released from Brighton and Hove Albion after spending a stint on loan at Charlton Athletic this season, where in truth, he failed to make a sizeable impact on the Addicks first-team. So, would Kayal be a useful addition for Bristol City? Do they need him? The team here at FLW take a look… Ned Holmes I like this from a City perspective. It looks a pragmatic move to bolster an area that needs some work this summer, whoever arrives as their new long-term boss. The Robins have got some creative midfielders to come back into the fold in Morrell and Walsh but Kayal can add a bit of grit and aggression – something that City have certainly been missing. He’s an experienced head and, after leaving Brighton on a free, looks like someone that could be excellent value for the Robins – something that will be more important than ever this summer. An area that needs strengthening and a player that should improve their squad. A smart move for me. Alfie Burns There’s definitely something missing from Bristol City’s midfield and the departure of Josh Brownhill has hit them hard. In Kayal, you are getting a presence in the middle of the field and his experience would help some of the young guns at Ashton Gate. However, you aren’t getting like-for-like in terms of eventually replacing Brownhill. The 32-year-old has a good reputation, though, and given he is available on a free, it is probably worth a punt for Bristol City. Their recruitment in recent seasons, although ambitious, hasn’t been very successful and a little bit more thought needs to go into where they are pushing their money. This looks a fairly decent deal, though, and there’s definitely room for a player with Kayal’s qualities in the squad at Ashton Gate. George Dagless It’s an intriguing one. He’s got talent, promotion experience and has played in the Premier League plus, on a free, he looks a bargain signing. However, I just can’t bring myself to think that, ultimately, he’s not what the Robins need right now. I look at that squad that they have got at the moment and, to be honest, think it just needs a bit of stability, perhaps a tweak of system, and a manager that gets his best players playing in their best positions on a weekly basis. This isn’t to say I wouldn’t sign a player for the club if the right one comes up but they don’t need much, it’s a good squad and only an exceptional move would be worth going for. I don’t think, therefore, Kayal fits that description. https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/i...igh-up-midfielder-transfer-swoop-the-verdict/
I'd give Walsh a go first. He was Coventry's Players Player of the year, they're always the best judges. I wouldn't bother with a 32year old who didn't set the world on fire at Charlton.
Agree completely on this one RP. Would love to see Walsh in the present set-up. I think we may have a gem there!
I agree RP, if Walsh cannot get a game now, in this midfield, he never will, they may as well move him on.
I really can't see the point in bringing anyone new in until we have a new Manager. It would be absolutely pointless if the new man comes in and doesn't like what's just arrived. But give Walsh a go by all means. Nothing ventured and all that.
Walsh must be given a shout if still no good league 1 is his level. But Coventry fans rated him big time.
I wonder if this has anything to do with Hughton? If so, get him. If not, wait until the new manager is in place and can advise. I wouldn’t necessarily worry too much about him not being brilliant at Charlton - that could be for a number of different reasons other than him simply suddenly becoming crap after playing in the Prem. let’s see what the new manager has to say....... (I agree with giving Walsh a go btw - but that isn’t dependent on this guy signing)
