The 2026-2027 Football Thread

[Scepticalscribe]

With the World Cup having come to a close, (with the reputation - and presumed value - of some players considerably enhanced as a result, while the reputation of others has suffered a shredding, and yet others have returned from the tournament carrying injuries of varying severity), and activity in the summer transfer window developing a degree of greater urgency, it seems appropriate to think of starting the coming season's football thread a little earlier than usual, not least as it seems that there will be little pause - let alone a break, or proper holiday - in the world of football.

Herewith, then, welcome to the 2026-2027 Football Thread.

 

[Apple fanboy]

Well I see we have already seen the British transfer record smashed with Rogers leaving Villa for £117 million.

Is he worth it? I’m not sure he is that good tbh. But then Chelsea never shy away from spending a few quid are they?