That is if the world is still going.
Edouard will be sent out on a years loan Abroad
Benteke will hang around like a bad smell until his contract ends
Wilf will sign a new reduced contract
Nketiah will sign and be the joint No1 with Mateta
Schlupp and Kouyate will sign extensions
Ayew, McArthur, Kelly and Jach will leave the club
Eze will take Gallaghers place and will be a success
A new RB will be our only paid new signing.

Probably nothing of that will happen

“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

Thanks

“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

The only bit I would really doubt is Ayew and McArthur leaving as they both seem important squad members. The rest seems entirely possible.

There is no Doubt about McArthurs quality, its his age and all of a sudden injury problems, Ayew might get offered a year but i think he would want 2/3 years

“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

With regard to expiring contracts, I would hope that renewal offers will be made to Schlupp (who would probably stay), Kouyate (who might still want to leave) and Ayew (who I think will accept). As for McArthur, I think his body is saying it's time to hang up the boots. His style of play is such that he can't let up in matches - he has to go full throttle. It will be interesting to see if he gets offered a coaching role.

I think Edouard will stay with us unless he's sold for some reason.

As for Benteke, much depends on what Martinez/any new Belgium manager says to him about his chances of making the WC squad. If he's told he needs game time he might want to be sold or loaned out. After all. he is 31 and this will almost certainly his last chance of featuring at the World Cup.

Don't see Nketiah coming here. I get the impression we're not good enough for him, but it could turn out that beggars can't be choosers if we still really want him and no better offer comes in for him.

Edited by doombear (10 Mar 2022 12.34pm)

Why?