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Julian Draxler

Ricky1985

In the market we're in, I'd take Draxler all day, every day.

I'm convinced Wenger would play him up front though.

Savz

He was nurtured to play left wing and when Holtby was sold he was given the number 10 position as Schalke.

His physique and style are reminiscent of Van Persie and has all of the physical tools to play as a striker but I don't see it just yet, his shooting accuracy is poor. He could grow to be a great striker but it's pointless signing him and waiting/hoping. Lacazette would be the better choice all things considered.

Ray

Draxler doesn't really score too many goals. Which was a big problem last year. Not really what we need right now. Mahrez is a level or two above.

Qwiss

Rex wrote:
At least with Draxler I see a guy who clearly has top class attributes and potential. He is inconsistent and not nailed on to ever become top class, but I much prefer a guy like that rather than someone who is good-ish without that potential.

Yeah thats what I mean though. Its very Arsene-y to sign someone who isn't quite there, doesn't really excel in the position we need or offer what we lack, etc Draxler a good player with the ball at his feet but his final ball is incredibly inconsistent and he'd be extremely frustrating to watch on the wing I think. I'd take him because our other options are Theo, Ox and Joel but I don't think I'd be even slightly excited about our season if he's our only signing before the window closes.

Ricky1985

Draxler has the close control and techncial ability that is something you pay big money for. The fact that he's also 6'2" and quick make him even rarer.

Whatever he is now and however he plays, I think he could be moulded into something special in a number of positions.

USArsenal

Yes, but for the price we would have to pay for him, would you prefer someone who's closer to the final product or someone that needs to be molded? serious question... he would require a ton of money to get away from WB at this time...

Claudius

USArsenal. Two points in response
a) We don't have quality players. Our front 3 literally only has Ozil and Sanchez. A third quality technician would go a long way towards lifting our quality
b) The price is the price. Transfer fees have gone wild like girls on spring break. 50m pounds for Draxler a year after City spent as much on each of Sterling and de Bruyne would not raise eyebrows.

Mirth

Yeah, I kinda agree. We can more than afford to take a gamble or two as well.

There's going to be wastage when you build a squad challenging for the title. Gotta accept that as part of the process.

Clrnc

Wolfsburg released a statement, basically saying like it or not you are staying here no matter what.

Ricky1985

USArsenal wrote:
Yes, but for the price we would have to pay for him, would you prefer someone who's closer to the final product or someone that needs to be molded? serious question... he would require a ton of money to get away from WB at this time...

I'd pay £50m for Draxler quite happily. That said, I don't see the forward you're talking about out there for that sort of money.

jones

Not a fan of players releasing public statements like this but Wolfsburg are a shithouse garbage clusterfuck of a club, incredible how many players now they have fucked over or were bent over by in the last twelve months. Dumbest management around in Europe these days, lost Naldo for free and Schürrle and Kruse (even if I don't rate them) were made to leave needlessly because of the club's penchant to communicate with their players via the media.

Tough luck for Draxler, even though Wolfsburg's statements are worth nothing - remember last year that idiot Hecking saying he was 100% sure he'd keep De Bruyne, Perisic and Hunt, before and after the fact they were sold - he'll probably have to stay there because the only club who seems interested is Arsenal. And we all know Wenger will thank them for a nice phone call after being told that Draxler is not for sale

Ricky1985

Here's the statement, for those that haven't seen it:

VfL Wolfsburg have issued a statement on the interview with Julian Draxler from August 3rd, 2016.
The Supervisory Committee and the Board of Directors at VfL Wolfsburg Fußball-GmbH feel the need to comment on the interview with Julian Draxler which was published in the 'BILD' newspaper, in order to clarify the current situation and dispel any possible resulting rumours.

VfL Wolfsburg wish to make it absolutely clear that at no time did those responsible at the club make either written nor oral commitments on the transfer of Julian Draxler within the current transfer period, which is due to end on August 31st, 2016. This is reiterated by a contractual release clause agreed upon with Julian Draxler and his management, which does not come into effect until summer 2017.
VfL Wolfsburg will not be selling Julian Draxler during the course of the current transfer period.

In joint discussions with Julian Draxler, VfL Wolfsburg again made it clear that they would not be granting the player’s wish to make a move. We now consider any possible uncertainties to have been eradicated and that all parties can revert back to a professional and responsible collaboration for the good of VfL Wolfsburg and, in particular, for our fans.

https://www.vfl-wolfsburg.de/en/info/news/detailspage/artikel/official-explanation-43424.html

Claudius

Many news outlets claiming Everton are in talks for a £63m deal (his release clause). Would actually be possible if they are selling Lukaku to Chelsea.

dreamlord

But doesn't that article say that the release clause comes into action only in Summer '17? I don't follow.

Claudius

Who knows. It's crazy season. At least starting this week, journalists will have football to report on.

Qwiss

Claudius wrote:
Many news outlets claiming Everton are in talks for a £63m deal (his release clause). Would actually be possible if they are selling Lukaku to Chelsea.

Or Stones.

jones

jones wrote:
Not a fan of players releasing public statements like this but Wolfsburg are a shithouse garbage clusterfuck of a club, incredible how many players now they have fucked over or were bent over by in the last twelve months.

Not directly related but if anyone doubted the above: several reports popping up of Wolfsburg placing a €25m bid for... Simone Zaza.

I wonder what Klaus thinks of this

Klaus

Claudius

PSG rumored to be preparing a mega-bid.

mentalvortex

Lot of chatter in German Media regarding a move to PSG. 75 million is the price quoted.

Draxler is a promising talent but paying that price for him is madness.

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