14 Jun 2026 17:11:59
Apparently Real Madrid have agreed a £50m deal with Chelsea for Cucarella.

If true, thanks for everything and good luck for your future.

1.) 14 Jun 2026
14 Jun 2026 18:44:51
I'm actually quite pleased with that. Good player, but made noises when on international duty.
Be interesting to see who the replacement will be. I suppose it depends on what formation Alonso plays. I must admit I do like Hato.

2.) 14 Jun 2026
14 Jun 2026 19:39:49
I think they are trying to bring Hall back. If that fails, they will look to Grimaldo. They may also take a look at Barco there, if playing at a wb. They've got a young Brazilian coming over this summer, already signed, but will be a loan candidate. Depth there has been poor, so some movement in the window is definitely needed.

3.) 14 Jun 2026
14 Jun 2026 21:29:35
Depending on formation, I'd be happy with Hato & Barco as a back up option. James & Colwill can always cover there too, if desperate. I think it likely we'll go for Grimaldo, though.

4.) 14 Jun 2026
14 Jun 2026 22:29:44
No ROI again. Thanks, Cucurella, a great player and can't blame him for wanting UCL football in his prime.

5.) 14 Jun 2026
14 Jun 2026 22:46:15
What's ROI?

6.) 15 Jun 2026
15 Jun 2026 09:31:14
Yes, what is ROI, Standard?

J reckon you are right on predictions.

7.) 15 Jun 2026
15 Jun 2026 09:46:00
Jbs, I think it may be Return on Investment.

I would argue that the club has got a very good return on its playing and financial investment in Cucarella, but some fans refer to transfer fees as "blown" money. Particularly if it's on players they don't rate.

8.) 15 Jun 2026
15 Jun 2026 09:47:27
Return on investment?

9.) 15 Jun 2026
15 Jun 2026 15:30:12
The "can't blame him comment" now also seems wide of the mark, as it is now reported he is leaving the club for family reasons and fond memories. His parting message to us fans is class, in my opinion, and he is spot on "London is forever blue."