SuperSAINT Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Sky sources understand Southampton want to sign Luciano Vietto and are in talks with his club Atletico Madrid. The Argentine forward, who scored 10 goals on loan at Sevilla last season, is also a target for Sampdoria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Had a feeling we were looking to replace Jay, this would be a good signing. I remember before he got his big move to Atletco he was really highly rated, think he was at Villarreal. He's a good age, quick as **** and tricky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErwinK1961 Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Can he play in one of the wider positions, or is he just an out and out striker? Was hoping for a CM first, or an AM... but maybe I'm just being a bit precious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Can he play in one of the wider positions, or is he just an out and out striker? Was hoping for a CM first, or an AM... but maybe I'm just being a bit precious. Can play - and has played - across the front 3. I remember him at Villarreal most fondly, forced Atletcio into shelling almost £30m on him. He's a talent for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Another amazing black box coincidence. We've got an Argie Manager who last managed in Spain and we're trying to sign an Argie who is playing in Spain. I also just read he was dubbed the new Sergio Aguero due to his determind playing style, I'd suggest more the Argentine Shane Long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Here's the obligatory Youtube: https://youtu.be/vRVanyDo0Os I watched the first few minutes and after the graphs at the beginning it reminded me of the old "Saint and Greavsie do the Endsleigh League" sketches that Baddiel and Skinner used to do. He can definitely pass sometimes and also be tackled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 I think it is so clever that the Black Box is suggesting an Argentine currently playing in the Spanish league. I bet we've been tracking him for, like, ages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 It's a loan deal apparently...let's hope it's not with a dodgy as **** option to buy like our last one with Atletcio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 I think it is so clever that the Black Box is suggesting an Argentine currently playing in the Spanish league. I bet we've been tracking him for, like, ages. We have a scout who is solely assigned to Spain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crab Lungs Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Vietto, wooooooah Vietto, wooooooah He came from Atleti He... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenridge Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Seems to get his fair share of headed goals for a relatively small lad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Seems quite good at not scoring. Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faz Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Just one Vietto Give him to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 We have a scout who is solely assigned to Spain. He must be brilliant having delivered Juanmi and oh, that's it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashnats Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 He must be brilliant having delivered Juanmi and oh, that's it. Ronnie ekelund? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 He must be brilliant having delivered Juanmi and oh, that's it. Did they scout Alderweireld? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatlesaint Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 He must be brilliant having delivered Juanmi and oh, that's it. Been wondering if Juanmi would get a mention Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Ronnie ekelund? Idiakez. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a1ex2001 Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Loving the block box jokes/digs loads so original and funny I literally roflcoptered Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggie May Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 We have a scout who is solely assigned to Spain. So that's what Javi's up to these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 He must be brilliant having delivered Juanmi and oh, that's it. You know managers also get scouted, not just players? Pochettino & Pellegrino were both at Spanish clubs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donatello Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 So, yeah, any opinions about him/decent info, rather than the sniping? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 You know managers also get scouted, not just players? Pochettino & Pellegrino were both at Spanish clubs. Oh dear, it seems Saints were scouting a player when they saw Pochettino. they weren't scouting him. http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/revealed-how-scouting-philippe-coutinho-paved-the-way-for-mauricio-pochettinos-arrival-at-tottenham-a3240441.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwertyell Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 I also just read he was dubbed the new Sergio Aguero due to his determind playing style, I'd suggest more the Argentine Shane Long. Shane Long with some competent technical ability would be an upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miltonaggro Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Another amazing black box coincidence. We've got an Argie Manager who last managed in Spain and we're trying to sign an Argie who is playing in Spain. I also just read he was dubbed the new Sergio Aguero due to his determind playing style, I'd suggest more the Argentine Shane Long. Judging by the video you could be on to something there - let's hope he doesn't sing!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lighthouse Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Another amazing black box coincidence. We've got an Argie Manager who last managed in Spain and we're trying to sign an Argie who is playing in Spain. I also just read he was dubbed the new Sergio Aguero due to his determind playing style, I'd suggest more the Argentine Shane Long. Isn't Long the Irish Marian Pahars? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Seems OK. I'd quite like some real quality this window as well though like Wanyama, Mane etc rather than just potential or a bit of a gamble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Did they scout Alderweireld? Anyone with half an idea knew Alderweirelds quality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefizzy14 Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 So is this player more like a David Silva type, can anyone confirm? Over on 606 they seem to think so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Ash Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Let's get him in just so we can buy someone and shut people up complaining we are not performing in the market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 This lad looks decent. Pace, a few tricks and can finish. Would give us a good option across the front line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo_ARG Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 So is this player more like a David Silva type, can anyone confirm? Over on 606 they seem to think so. More of a poor's man Dybala. A quick and direct player, ideal for a counter-attacking style. I'm concerned about his frame though. Could be pushed around easily by big defenders on the Prem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heisenberg Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 How do I collect my prize https://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?58514-Fun-Poll-Next-Signing-date#.WWVPgoF4WaM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefizzy14 Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Would we be top heavy with forwards if this goes ahead? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LVSaint Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Les Reed....Espana.......Nissan Murano Instead.......striker.......Luciano Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lloydie Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Seems OK. I'd quite like some real quality this window as well though like Wanyama, Mane etc rather than just potential or a bit of a gamble. Given that Mane was from the Austrian league and Wanyama was from the Scottish league... to say you want players like both of them who don't come as gambles or who are just potential is pretty hilarious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lloydie Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Would we be top heavy with forwards if this goes ahead? Not really, as we just lost JRod, and I'd back this lad to get a couple more goals than Jay did last season if given the same amount of game time this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Given that Mane was from the Austrian league and Wanyama was from the Scottish league... to say you want players like both of them who don't come as gambles or who are just potential is pretty hilarious. Not at all, the league they come from is fairly irrelevant. Wanyama was obvious quality and had been MOTM in the champions league against Barcelona. Mane too had rave reviews with many commentators and fans commenting on what a talent he was. It's not "hilarious" to suggest that both had a fair bit more going for them than simply potential. All signings are a gamble to an extent but some clearly represent less of one than others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandwichsaint Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 More of a poor's man Dybala. A quick and direct player, ideal for a counter-attacking style. I'm concerned about his frame though. Could be pushed around easily by big defenders on the Prem. Simms? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 Not really, as we just lost JRod, and I'd back this lad to get a couple more goals than Jay did last season if given the same amount of game time this year. But Gallagher has just signed a new contract as well. If we are keeping him in the squad then I can't see us keeping Austin, Gabbi, Vietto, Long and Gallagher happy. I reckon Long will leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintTex Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 More of a poor's man Dybala. A quick and direct player, ideal for a counter-attacking style. I'm concerned about his frame though. Could be pushed around easily by big defenders on the Prem.my first thought was : small. way small. but what do I know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusic Posted 11 July, 2017 Share Posted 11 July, 2017 In discussions doesn't mean will sign. We are probably in dicussions with stacks of clubs/players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
austsaint Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 But Gallagher has just signed a new contract as well. If we are keeping him in the squad then I can't see us keeping Austin, Gabbi, Vietto, Long and Gallagher happy. I reckon Long will leave. Is Vietto capable of playing in a wide/wing position? Saint's lacked a genuine fast, tricky wide player last season - apart from Redmond and perhaps Sims. JWP may have had an improved season but he didn't look effective played wide right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigShadow Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 I'm surprised the Black Box hasn't developed a 'No South Americans' filter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNSUN Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 In discussions doesn't mean will sign. We are probably in dicussions with stacks of clubs/players. Exactly. I'm surprised this has been leaked from the club, if indeed it has. We're usually pretty good at keeping our cards close to our chest. "Saints want to sign..." is a West Ham-type announcement. Although they'd need their own channel for announcing who they're after. Never heard of Vietto, so rather than instantly writing him off, I'll wait and see until a) we've actually signed him and b) I've seen him play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northam soul Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 I thought we needed some power and pace not hale and pace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenridge Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 Would we be top heavy with forwards if this goes ahead? We'd have quantity not quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 Adam Blackmore saying this story is "wide of the mark". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lallana's Left Peg Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 Adam Blackmore saying this story is "wide of the mark". Good. We don't need a striker who doesn't score goals, a player in the final third who has little physical presence and a player who is competing for a spot in the team in an area we already have good players. We desperately need a central midfielder who has the ability to carry the ball past a player (power and stride, not skill) to break the line of a bank of five opposition midfielders and open things up for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 12 July, 2017 Share Posted 12 July, 2017 We'd have quantity not quality. Probably right. Sent from my Pixel using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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