That kid is going to go for 100M+ now. That second goal was an absolute screamer. By the time Keylor moved the ball was making a dent in the back of the net. What a rocket! I am surprised it did not go through the net.

I hate hyperbole too, but he really seems like the missing piece as a pure striker to round out our young talent, and perhaps more reasonable than Mbappe (national team hero starring in his hometown and with an owner who makes us look poor, although the Zizou angle could help) and more pragmatic than Pogba (we missed Kante, but Fede the Engine has been outstanding). Odegaard & Hakimi both look like the increased playing time has paid off elsewhere and are ready to be brought home, and if we can keep this ridiculous Brasilian pipepline going, I think I like this blend of proven + young far better than the Galacticos. Wasn't sure if you followed them, but Managing Madrid has had some great articles lately both about how Zidane calmly restored order after last year's mess and how we can gracefully transition from the eventual aging of club legends like Ramos and Modric

I agree with everything you say. We are goal starved and a guy like Haaland sure would be nice. I have read Managing Madrid for a few years. They always have good stuff; especially the tactical breakdowns after games.

Limping into City...not a good sign.