This was precisely my concern when we signed Gallagher on loan. Well, actually my other concern was that he didn't seem all that good when at West Brom, but you know what I mean.

I think the signing of Gallagher, for all its lack of long term benefits to CPFC, is justified by the relative ease with which we have so far stayed out of relegation trouble. That was far from guaranteed at the start of the season.

The signing of Van De Beek could only be justified if he makes such a difference as to get us into Europe, or the other midfielders are such a state that Vieiria simply can't see how we can stay out of relegation trouble if he has to use them. I'm not sure either seems plausible.

No, i am not upset about anything, just amazed by your lack of any footballing judgement, i know anyone can have an opinion, but really?

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Very interesting thread and an important issue to resolve before next season starts.
The fact that Gallagher was brought in shows that none of the incumbents were fitting PV’s requirements so if correct one can only assume that he will need to be replaced unless he sees Hughes in that roll. If it is PV that is pushing for Van de Beek and not just media speculation then he must also think the incumbents are not good enough or are not fit enough at this point in time. I understood that both Eze and Olisse are both midfield players and not wingers so what is wrong with them that Beek is needed. Maybe he just wants them both to get more experience and fitness but it appears to be a costly way to do it.. I think he has decided Jimmy is now only backup due to his age and injuries . All very interesting stuff but critical to resolve before next season starts as the advantage of teams this season not knowing how we play will not be there.COYP

We have a bright young CAM on the books, of course he currently plays for U-23. Wells-Morrison should be very good. I don't think he's ready for next season, but it wouldn't surprise me if he starts making the bench.

I am tea total, because i had bacterial meningitis 3 years ago, so i cant drink,

“That’s a joke son, I say, that’s a joke.” “Nice boy, but he’s sharp as a throw pillow.” “He’s so dumb he thinks a Mexican border pays rent” “ “Son… I say, son, some people are so narrow minded they can look through a keyhole with both eyes.”__ Forhorn Leghorn

Agreed provided he recovers properly from his current injury and isn't going to break down again. Some of us are wondering whether his continuing absence with injury has fuelled the interest in van De Beek.