Back to the Ramsdale thing. It definitely felt like the supposed asking price felt completely out of scope for us given the talent advantage he’d bring. However, if it was a swap of him and Patto with reasonable values in place then it opens up a possibility. Both teams could end up with a positive PSR effect for next season with little cash changing hands if that sort of deal was done. Not for a moment saying we should do that deal, but more thinking about what could be possible.
2 flags England and France are linked Cresswell (English) for Toulouse (France) Restes also plays for Toulouse.
They club need to push the boat out on this occasion for Petrovic..give him something Bournemouth will choke on.
I don’t know much about Restes so asked Copilot AI for a summary: ✅ Strengths **Reflexes & Shot-Stopping** - Exceptional agility and quick reactions, especially in one-on-one situations. - Capable of pulling off acrobatic saves and reacting well to close-range shots. **Composure Under Pressure** - Remarkably calm for his age, even in high-stakes Ligue 1 matches. - Rarely flustered when pressed by attackers or during set pieces. **Ball Distribution** - Confident with the ball at his feet—accurate short and medium-range passing. - Helps Toulouse build from the back, aligning with modern goalkeeper expectations. **Leadership & Communication** - Vocal and assertive in organizing his defense. - Shows maturity in commanding his area, especially during corners and free kicks. **Mentality & Work Ethic** - Highly regarded for his professionalism and willingness to learn. - Coaches and teammates often praise his focus and attitude in training. --- ❌ Weaknesses **Consistency** - Still developing the ability to maintain top form across an entire season. - Occasional lapses in concentration, which is typical for a young keeper. **Aerial Duels & High Balls** - While improving, he can sometimes struggle with crosses under pressure. - Needs to be more authoritative when coming off his line in crowded boxes. **Physical Strength** - Lean build means he can be outmuscled in physical duels, especially against powerful strikers. - Likely to improve as he matures and gains more top-flight experience. **Experience** - Limited exposure to European competitions and high-pressure knockout games. - Still learning how to manage game tempo and make split-second decisions at elite levels.