The Almighty 2015 Summer Transfer Window Thread

I've just had a look at Sanogo's characteristics on whoscored and they seem too harsh

Doesn't tell you his potential! Does it? Apparently you should looks as Costa's characteristics

• Strengths Finishing Strong Key passes Strong Headed attempts Strong

• Weaknesses Offside awareness Weak Aerial Duels Weak Discipline Weak Diego Costa's Style of Play Likes to dribble Counter attack threat Gets fouled often Commits fouls often

Sanogo's strengths: Bambi on ice

Wouldn't be surprised he'd actually do well in the Eredivisie, just because of his physical strength. Might get a better price for him after his loan too.

Hearing some rumours of us being interrested in Dzeko today. Some say we should aim for a world-beater and not a third choice Man City striker, but I can't help feeling he would improve our squad depth immensely. He's way better than Welbeck is at the moment, and probably not far off Giroud, which would give us two high class strikers to compete for the spot and substitute each other if the other doesn't perform.

I haven't seen all of his games (naturally) and neither have I seen Benzema's, but from what I have seen, I can't say Benzema is that much better than Dzeko. They might bring two different tactical approaches, but from what I can tell, buying Dzeko would be a coup.

Hearing some rumours of us being interested in Dzeko today. He's way better than Welbeck is at the moment

Wouldn't say he's better than Welbeck, but only because they are so different so it's hard to compare the different styles. Welbeck is such a traditional poacher - his positioning in the box is world class. Watch him during a game and see where he is when someone else attempts a shot, he's always in a rebound position waiting to pounce.

Dzeko is much more like Giroud in that he drops down to get involved in play, preferring to play with his back to the goal and bring everyone with him in an attack. I wouldn't mind him at Arsenal, but only if he's the backup to Giroud and doesn't take Welbeck's place in the chain.

I haven't seen all of his games (naturally) and neither have I seen Benzema's, but from what I have seen, I can't say Benzema is that much better than Dzeko. They might bring two different tactical approaches, but from what I can tell, buying Dzeko would be a coup.

Benzema is miles beyond Dzeko in my opinion. Benzema is a modern all-round striker that can do a bit of everything. He reads the play and adapts to become a poacher if needed, or a target man if needed. He's the ultimate team player, and a very prolific striker as well. Always a lot of assists, key passes and goals.

I'm not saying Benzema is the best CF in the world, but realistically he might be the best CF we can get our hands on. He is fantastic, and fits in well with our team-first philosophy. He's the kind of player that if he needed one more goal in the final match of the season to win the golden boot, but one of our youngsters had the chance on a hat-trick, he'd make the pass instead of shooting himself.

What happened to Lacazatte?

What happened to Lacazatte?

Might still be in for him, but he did publicly declare his loyalty to Lyon yesterday.

Might still be in for him, but he did publicly declare his loyalty to Lyon yesterday.

I publicly declare my loyalty to KFC on a daily basis but that doesn't mean I won't go for a cheeky Nando's.

Farewell sweet Flamini.

Wenger making room for some serious signings?

Farewell sweet Flamini.

Awww....I love the guy. Made a huge impact in his first comeback season, was bossing our midfield around like it owed him money. Sadly declined last season, but he's always been a favourite ever since his first season. He was complete boss at LB. Glad we got to see him back at Arsenal.

Where is he off to? What will Ozil do without his BFF?

Where is he [Flamini] off to?

Galatasaray.

We have a backup DM slot opened up! Whos next to say goodbye, Oooooospina?

M.A.J ‏@UltraSuristic El Confidencial: Benzema told Wenger that he'd be willing to join Arsenal this summer if his position in Madrid's squad becomes unstable.

Not only would this improve our squad, it would also show other clubs we're definitely back in business, buying top players three seasons in a row.

But he scores about 15 goals per season in the league..I don't see him galvanising the team...

But he scores about 15 goals per season in the league..I don't see him galvanising the team...

He plays second fiddle to Cristiano & Bale. Whereas all of our play goes through our striker. He should hit 20+ easily

But he scores about 15 goals per season in the league..I don't see him galvanising the team...

He also has double-digit assists, so has contributed to at least 25 goals.

Yeah, it's going to be tough for Madrid to let him go. Name an available striker that is considered the same or better than Karim...

Yeah, it's going to be tough for Madrid to let him go. Name an available striker that is considered the same or better than Karim...

Availability depends how much are you willing to pay for the club to let a player go. You have Cavani, Rues, Higuain and Lacazette available.

Makes sense for Real Madrid to sign Aguero. Fits into their system, fits into the Spanish system in general, and is a bigger superstar than Benzema.