The Eto'o Loan
Friday, 18 July 08, 04:55 PM
I know some of us have been a little shocked by the reports of the Cameroonian striker actually considering the 3-6 month move to Uzbekistan for a reported 40 million Euros. Now While I'm just as shocked as the rest of us, my mind starting turning about the possibilities of this move, and how if played correctly, Barcelona could pull off a move for the history books.
The deal with the Uzbekistan club would be a short term transfer or loan that would see Samuel play in the Asian Champions League. I have no idea about the club offering up this money, or the Asian tournament itself, but it does leave you to wonder about the possibilities of this circumstance. And I believe that if Barca could pull it off, by January 2009, the club will be 40 mill euros wealthier, and STILL have Eto'o playing for the club. And here's how.
By accepting the transfer as a loan rather then a full out sell and allowing the striker to go to Uzbekistan, the club will have gained 40 million, and in doing so, allow it to pursue anyone they are interested in while banking on the Cameroonian's return 6 months later. It's most likely that another striker would be purchased, but that's a different topic. Let's just say Sammy goes to Asia to play in their Champions League, and then after 6 months, returns to Barcelona in January. At that point, our need for him may have increased, and Barcelona would be able to add one of the most feared goal scorers in all of Europe mid-season.
I know it's far-fetched, and quite the long shot. But it's fun to dream isn't it.
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3 Comments
yea i like your take on the whole situation but it's still to be seen what Eto'o will do. He said he will make the best sporting decision, which often doesn't translate to mean money. For Eto'o without a doubt that money is a hell of an offer even if he does go to play in the Asian Champions League for 6 months he'll is sure to be back to a top club after but I still don't get why Barca are trying to sell Eto'o when he's the best!
I completely agree. I understand he causes division and problems in the locker room sometimes. But he is still amazing! I love his work ethic and his play. I hope that he stays!