‘Would show great ambition’ – Bristol City looking to secure agreement with Chelsea: Opinion Bristol City ended their season with a 1-1 draw against Hull City, a result that confirmed that the Robins narrowly missed out on the end of season play-offs ending up in eighth spot, four points behind Derby County in sixth. Robins manager Lee Johnson will now start his preparation for their next Championship campaign with the retention of loanees Tomas Kalas, Jay Dasilva and Kasey a priority, as reported in the Bristol Post. So, is it the right move for City to try to keep hold of the Chelsea loan trio? We discuss…….. George Brooks “I think so. “Palmer, Kalas and Dasilva have all been important players for Bristol City in the Championship this season. “It would show great ambition and send a message to their Championship rivals if they could keep them at the club next season.” Gary Hutchinson “Yeah, absolutely. “They were close to the top six and that trio were excellent. “Those loans are so important, especially for a side like Bristol City that don’t have millions to spend. “Three very good players right there.” Jacob Potter “It’s a step in the right direction. “This would show some serious ambition if they were able to keep the trio at the club next season. “They have been impressive in this year’s campaign, and it’s good to see Lee Johnson doing everything he can to bring them in next season. “It’s a no-brainer for the Bristol City boss.” https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/w...ing-to-secure-agreement-with-chelsea-opinion/
If circumstances work out, if Chelsea cooperate, splash the cash, sign up all three and we should be on our way but it all depends on if.
Agree De Silva and Kalas, I’m not convinced as regards Palmer, he clearly has ability, but I’m not sure he fits into our style. It will depend whether Lee thinks given time he can teach him how he wants him to play, he has to balance the risk it may not work against the cost of buying him. Then theres the small matter of whether wage wise they’re within our bracket , and of course whether the players themselves want to come here.
The only issue would be the money it would take to buy these 3, would, I assume blow our transfer kitty for next season, thus, in real terms we would be no stronger/better than this season, possibly weaker if we have to sell to buy - unless we sign more loan players.
As far as I can tell I think the pre-agreed fee for Dasilva was only 2 or 3 mil? Certainly worth it at that price particularly when you consider that he was statistically our best player last season. Kalas is a more complex one - he could really be big bucks (most likely £5m+) but potentially worth it. As for Palmer - I've no idea as to his market value.
should we able to secure these 3 for £10m and a striker for £10m I think that would be the best we could hope for … a GK for £1-£2m let go about 5 of the squad 2 gone get good results next season and gates of 22,000+ every game and wages would be partly covered.. bearing in mind the shared stadium and less cost per rata!
That’s the problem with loan players - you never really fully control them. It would be great to have them though - all 3. Palmer I see as ‘work in progress’ and could turn into a really good game-changer. We do need a decent striker though - and they are very expensive. Assombalonga would be a realistic shout - especially now Boro aren’t going anywhere.
