Bartomeu trying to save face after losing on Kubo.
We didn't lose on Kubo, we decided not to give him wages he wanted and got at RM. If we would seriously want him we would offer him more than 250k/year.
this brings back memories of keirrison
How so?
We've paid 15M for Keirrison and he never played a game for us. Hiroki was bought for Barça B for 1M and even if he'll never make it to the first team he still shouldn't be considered as a flop. Signing him was a low risk/potential high reward move from a sporting standpoint and a very good marketable opportunity as well.
From what I've heard, even the Japs don't rate him that high. Kubo is much better in terms of marketing and sporting abilities, there's no doubt about that.
They think it was too early, because he is no way a barca material yet, more of a mid tier club level talent.
This signing was made purely to save face and to calm down fans.
He was the best young player in J1 League last year so at least some people in Japan must rate him.
He's not Barça first team material yet (and probably never will be) and that's why he'll play for Barça B. I'm pretty sure he's good enough for Segunda B and will prove that when he'll adapt.
There is no need to calm down fans, lol. Is anyone really upset we didn't overpay for Kubo who I think is very overrated here and he'll probably play for Getafe or Leganes in 2-3 years.
Also, why was this thread moved to the first team sub-forum? It should be under Barça B & La Masia.
