Just read what Hunter was saying and it seems that the issue is with the "contract and costs". I'm guessing that could be something to do with the release clause and the VAT payment. Not sure United will feel right about giving him the same clause he had at Barca.
Agree with what your saying about the fee. Feel that the deal should be sorted out either way soon enough and if his father's quotes are true, we could know by the end of the week. It'll be a tough decision for him and one that will mould his future. Hopefully if he comes to England, he doesn't turn out like Sahin.
Ah yeah - I can definitely imagine us having problems agreeing with that release clause it's been reported he wants.
I suppose I am consumed by the muppetry but I haven't got any doubts about how well he would do here. He's very mobile and quick. His defensive statistics are absolutely fantastic, so many balls recovered for Barcelona last season. Obv. he plays in a team and system where they're suited to that but it bodes well.
People say he makes rash decisions and from watching him I can see that but the PL is forgiving in that respect. Tactically the game is well behind La Liga, I actually reckon he would thrive playing in the more chaotic PL centre midfields.
Welp - we just have to wait now. It's pretty boring at the moment lol. At least the tour starts tmrw!