Let's talk about Cesc, Baby

 

Tony Adams: Cesc Fabregas' decision to move to Chelsea saddens me:
Tony Adams has revealed that he was left 'saddened' when he learned that ex-Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas had moved to Chelsea
http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/482258/EXCLUSIVE-Cesc-Fabregas-decision-to-move-to-Chelsea-saddens-me-Tony-Adams

"Maybe Wenger thought we didn't need that type of player. It saddened me because he was Arsenal captain and it's a shame he's not coming back."

A wee summat to cheer us up
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If all this move ever does is troll Arsenal fans, Money well spent

Cesc Fabregas forced to REJECT Man Utd in favour of Chelsea by his girlfriend:
Cesc Fabregas was forced to turn down a move to Manchester United by his girlfriend
http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/482107/REVEALED-Cesc-Fabregas-forced-to-REJECT-Man-Utd-in-favour-of-Chelsea-by-his-girlfriend
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Yep, like I said, a right good shift indeed, bless them.

So instead of joining UTD, who have Rooney, Mata and Kagawa for 1 AM slot, he joined Chelsea, who have Oscar and, uhhh. hmm. Willian?? For 1 AM spot.

I know who I'd pick.

Jibes from Arsenal fans will not hurt me, insists Chelsea's Cesc Fabregas
Cesc Fabregas insists he is not worried about Arsenal fans’ reaction to his £27 million move to Chelsea.
http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/jibes-from-arsenal-fans-will-not-hurt-me-insists-chelseas-cesc-fabregas-9542725.html

I’m mature enough for that not to hurt. I have explained it well. I’ve always been very loyal and grateful to Arsenal.

Can't wait to see his reaction when they play at the Emirates.

Dat maturity level though.

Kick wrote:

He left the Gooners for the Barca sun
But Fabregas wanted some fun
He got picked up by the Special One
And now all the trophies will be won!

He hates Arsenal, He hates Arsenal
He hates Arsenal and he hates Arsenal

Some chant ideas

He went to Arsenal a decade ago
"He's got the Barca DNA" is what Pique said though
So back to Barca he happily came
And started flopping in every big game

"This is too much, I am not clutch, pls Wenger bring me back"
But Wenger said: "Özil is much better than you"
So he ended up with Mouuuuu

Cesc Fàbregas is the perfect signing for us, says José Mourinho:
José Mourinho believes new signing Cesc Fàbregas's quality, competitiveness, age, and familiarity with the Premier League will make him a perfect fit at Chelsea
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2662845/Cesc-Fabregas-perfect-signing-Chelseas-title-push-says-Jose-Mourinho.html

"He is the kind of player we need."

"Not just for his qualities as a player but also his competitive personality."

"He is a player in the best years of his career – 26, 27, 28. He knows England well, he knows the Premiership well, so he will not need time to adapt."

"I think he is the kind of player who will come and train for a couple of weeks and be ready to prove himself."

Not the biggest fan of this transfer, I mean every time I've watched him I thought he was a very attacking minded CM or an AM and has been deployed as a false nine too and now Mou wants him to play in the pivot alongside Matic?

On the bright side we won't have to unlock parked buses with Luiz/Ramires/Mikel in midfield only to throw 5 strikers at the end of the game, and he will increase the goals scored from our midfield. I know that everyone is disappointed with last season strikers's output but I feel like our midfielders and attacking midfielders were lacking in that regard as well last season and Cesc will surely help, and last we will finally have someone to replace Oscar in the hole when he's injured/out of form/whatever

Given the reportedly higher wages for Cesc, I assume he will have a larger role in the team than we expected him to have initially

I am holding back all judgement untill I see what Mourinho has in store for him.

Vicente Del Bosque Appears to Eject Cesc Fabregas from Spain World Cup Training
Cesc Fabregas was taken out of Spain training in bizarre fashion by manager Vicente del Bosque.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2105376-vicente-del-bosque-appears-to-eject-cesc-fabregas-from-spain-world-cup-training#articles/2105376-vicente-del-bosque-appears-to-eject-cesc-fabregas-from-spain-world-cup-training

Is this something to worry about?

Couldn't care less. I'm bothered about our players only as they play for Chelsea. The less they feature for their national teams the better, as far as I'm concerned.

I saw a interesting stat on twitter. Cesc has the most through balls in the PL in the last 5 years, that is amazing he hasn't played in the PL in the last three years.

I can't wait to see Cesc in blue.

Yea, saw that too, when he first signed.

Costa or Cesc who you guys look more forward to seeing next season?

Cesc for me

Likewise.


Have a bad feeling Costa's gonna underwhelm. At least initially.

Shed wrote:Likewise.


Have a bad feeling Costa's gonna underwhelm. At least initially.

Yeah tbh not a big fan of Costa signing either, dont like the fact we are paying 40m+185k weekly wages for a player with one great season. Too risky imo. Its no coincidence we have so many flop strikers, we take too much risk with these signings. But i will trust Mou judgement, especially since so much is ridding for him. It is a decisive season for Mou, he needs to get back to winning and Costa have to perform for that to happen.

btw i am completely on the R-Rod>Luis train, i hope we sign the Switzerland international.

Blue wrote:I saw a interesting stat on twitter. Cesc has the most through balls in the PL in the last 5 years, that is amazing he hasn't played in the PL in the last three years.

I can't wait to see Cesc in blue.

Yeah, great stat.

Blue wrote:Costa or Cesc who you guys look more forward to seeing next season?

Cesc for me

I am not sure, Costa represents the possible fix of our biggest weakness, CF while Cesc is that world class talent that is sure to excite.

Blue wrote:

Shed wrote:Likewise.


Have a bad feeling Costa's gonna underwhelm. At least initially.

Yeah tbh not a big fan of Costa signing either, dont like the fact we are paying 40m+185k weekly wages for a player with one great season. Too risky imo. Its no coincidence we have so many flop strikers, we take too much risk with these signings. But i will trust Mou judgement, especially since so much is ridding for him. It is a decisive season for Mou, he needs to get back to winning and Costa have to perform for that to happen.

btw i am completely on the R-Rod>Luis train, i hope we sign the Switzerland international.

It's 32m, not a pound more. I also doubt the wages will be that high.

I wonder when his first interview will be? Normally big names get one.

I'm sure Lee is planning his questions as we speak

Arsenal's Mathieu Flamini 'disappointed' in Cesc Fabregas:
Mathieu Flamini says he's disappointed that former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas joined Chelsea this summer
http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/football/arsenals-mathieu-flamini-disappointed-with-cesc-fabregas-for-joining-chelsea-9605550.html

"I had an amazing time with Cesc at Arsenal and he stayed a very close friend of mine."

"I’m a bit disappointed that he’ll be playing with Chelsea rather than us, but I respect his decision."

Wait till Cesc skins you, then assists Costa for the winner, Flamini