Thanks for the updates! Agree on Borgelin (I knew nothing about him so this performance was the nicest surprise), Taylor and Messi (always great).
Wondering if you had any additional insight into the latest developments with Redondo? I saw that Inter Miami had to readjust their transfer fee to be compliant with MLS rules (basically matching Farias’ transfer fee) and that Juniors was unhappy with this. I saw Gaston Edul posted that the sides are still negotiating and have a day to reach an agreement. I assume this means that if Inter Miami isn’t able to break up the $8 million fee in some other way to be compliant that Redondo can’t replace Farias and may have to be registered as a DP instead. Is that a fair assumption? And if so, how does this impact Inter Miami’s pathway to roster compliance? Do they need to transfer another player? I saw in the Athletic article that they’ve listed Robert Taylor as available and I’m low key terrified that we lose him.
Hey Carolina! Thanks for reading and you'd be correct. With Gregore set to leave, Miami has a third open DP spot. They could just use Redondo there, but I think they're going to make it work as a U22 player. I think that they'll continue to negotiate and come out with a solution that both sides deem acceptable.
Agree with Gabriel. Taylor has pace and I think that's the second corner Miami has scored on that's he's taken in the last few games. Gomez was a huge disappointment last year, and this year through one half he looks the same. I don't enjoy when Campana is on the pitch, he lacks speed and is not technical. I would rather see others come on like Borgelin.
As for the Athletic article, it's behind a pay wall so I didn't see it. But I do follow you, the Herald, and a bunch of the independents/podcast guys and it's been loosely mentioned but not harped on. Do they need to make more moves outside Gregore? If so what else? No one, that I have seen as provided an in depth analysis.
Hey Matthew! Thanks for reading! I love Taylor and I think he should play a huge role going forward now that Facu is out. On Campana vs. Borgelin: I don't disagree, actually! I love Leo and he's a proven MLS goal scorer, but sometimes he does lack that bite that you see in Borgelin (i.e coming on and making an immediate impact.)
With Miami’s cap situation, yes. In addition to Gregore, I do believe they'll either terminate or buy out Coco Jean which should help make them roster compliant.
Totally agree with the ratings. I love Drake but I’m a bit worried about his current form. He’ll be back soon though I’m sure. I thought the whole team looked at lot more exciting during this game.
And the Athletic article was totally over the top I agree. But it’s not surprising I suppose. The press are really trying to make a meal regarding all things inter Miami. Still it’s annoying I know :)
Hey Gina! Nice chatting with you again! On Callender, yes...I'm a bit worried in that regard. Maybe it's just a slight dip in form! Hopefully he'll regain his edge once the season starts. With the press, it's unfortunate that Miami gets covered the way they do. But, that's the nature of the business, I'm afraid.
How much of that 2.8 million can be converted into GAM (rough estimate)? Why can't they convert all of it? Are there any specific rules governing this or general rules of thumb to guesstimate regarding how much can be converted to GAM
Hey Bassam! Always nice talking to you here! From what I gathered its up to Miami’s discretion of how much they want to convert. Basically anything that helps their cap situation.
It’s becoming increasingly difficult to support Gomez; he is so frustrating to watch. I was hoping he’d bring his pre-Olympic form tonight. On a more positive note, I love what I saw from Borgelin, and I think outside of the Barça boys, Taylor is my favorite player on the pitch. I love his game and need him to start way more.
Hey Gabriel! Thanks for reading! I'll play devil's advocate. Gomez was unplayable during the Pre Olympics. He has that quality in him, it's just about adjusting to the Miami style of play. Plus Tata did mention he was only put there because they're down one winger in Facu, unfortunately.
Couple of things, Gomez may be one of those players that produce for his National Team, not so much for his Club Team. Usually it's the opposite but there are exceptions. The other thing is I don't fault the sky is falling article in that losing Gregore is a big name in MLS circles and I can see a writer making a big deal of it. Though you and I both know he has been rumored to be returning to Brazil for months though I thought he would return to Bahia. Not to mention the short time he and Busi played together I never thought they clicked though it was a very small sample size.
Hey Ralph! Hope all is well! Yeah. I'm still high on Gomez, I just hope he's put in a position to succeed at Inter Miami. Perhaps he just needs time to settle down. On Gregore: While he's a fan favorite, with Miami possession heavy style, his lack of passing range and limited dribbling would've put him down the pecking order once Redondo officially gets confirmed. I can see why they moved on.
Thanks for the updates! Agree on Borgelin (I knew nothing about him so this performance was the nicest surprise), Taylor and Messi (always great).
Wondering if you had any additional insight into the latest developments with Redondo? I saw that Inter Miami had to readjust their transfer fee to be compliant with MLS rules (basically matching Farias’ transfer fee) and that Juniors was unhappy with this. I saw Gaston Edul posted that the sides are still negotiating and have a day to reach an agreement. I assume this means that if Inter Miami isn’t able to break up the $8 million fee in some other way to be compliant that Redondo can’t replace Farias and may have to be registered as a DP instead. Is that a fair assumption? And if so, how does this impact Inter Miami’s pathway to roster compliance? Do they need to transfer another player? I saw in the Athletic article that they’ve listed Robert Taylor as available and I’m low key terrified that we lose him.
Hey Carolina! Thanks for reading and you'd be correct. With Gregore set to leave, Miami has a third open DP spot. They could just use Redondo there, but I think they're going to make it work as a U22 player. I think that they'll continue to negotiate and come out with a solution that both sides deem acceptable.
Agree with Gabriel. Taylor has pace and I think that's the second corner Miami has scored on that's he's taken in the last few games. Gomez was a huge disappointment last year, and this year through one half he looks the same. I don't enjoy when Campana is on the pitch, he lacks speed and is not technical. I would rather see others come on like Borgelin.
As for the Athletic article, it's behind a pay wall so I didn't see it. But I do follow you, the Herald, and a bunch of the independents/podcast guys and it's been loosely mentioned but not harped on. Do they need to make more moves outside Gregore? If so what else? No one, that I have seen as provided an in depth analysis.
Hey Matthew! Thanks for reading! I love Taylor and I think he should play a huge role going forward now that Facu is out. On Campana vs. Borgelin: I don't disagree, actually! I love Leo and he's a proven MLS goal scorer, but sometimes he does lack that bite that you see in Borgelin (i.e coming on and making an immediate impact.)
With Miami’s cap situation, yes. In addition to Gregore, I do believe they'll either terminate or buy out Coco Jean which should help make them roster compliant.
Totally agree with the ratings. I love Drake but I’m a bit worried about his current form. He’ll be back soon though I’m sure. I thought the whole team looked at lot more exciting during this game.
And the Athletic article was totally over the top I agree. But it’s not surprising I suppose. The press are really trying to make a meal regarding all things inter Miami. Still it’s annoying I know :)
Hey Gina! Nice chatting with you again! On Callender, yes...I'm a bit worried in that regard. Maybe it's just a slight dip in form! Hopefully he'll regain his edge once the season starts. With the press, it's unfortunate that Miami gets covered the way they do. But, that's the nature of the business, I'm afraid.
How much of that 2.8 million can be converted into GAM (rough estimate)? Why can't they convert all of it? Are there any specific rules governing this or general rules of thumb to guesstimate regarding how much can be converted to GAM
Hey Bassam! Always nice talking to you here! From what I gathered its up to Miami’s discretion of how much they want to convert. Basically anything that helps their cap situation.
It’s becoming increasingly difficult to support Gomez; he is so frustrating to watch. I was hoping he’d bring his pre-Olympic form tonight. On a more positive note, I love what I saw from Borgelin, and I think outside of the Barça boys, Taylor is my favorite player on the pitch. I love his game and need him to start way more.
Hey Gabriel! Thanks for reading! I'll play devil's advocate. Gomez was unplayable during the Pre Olympics. He has that quality in him, it's just about adjusting to the Miami style of play. Plus Tata did mention he was only put there because they're down one winger in Facu, unfortunately.
Couple of things, Gomez may be one of those players that produce for his National Team, not so much for his Club Team. Usually it's the opposite but there are exceptions. The other thing is I don't fault the sky is falling article in that losing Gregore is a big name in MLS circles and I can see a writer making a big deal of it. Though you and I both know he has been rumored to be returning to Brazil for months though I thought he would return to Bahia. Not to mention the short time he and Busi played together I never thought they clicked though it was a very small sample size.
Hey Ralph! Hope all is well! Yeah. I'm still high on Gomez, I just hope he's put in a position to succeed at Inter Miami. Perhaps he just needs time to settle down. On Gregore: While he's a fan favorite, with Miami possession heavy style, his lack of passing range and limited dribbling would've put him down the pecking order once Redondo officially gets confirmed. I can see why they moved on.