They sign a few inexoerienced foreign players and they thick they're Barcelona bless em. They're the footballing equivalent of a child who's just got some pocket money and buys a load of tat with it. Guarantee the 'undisclosed fees' are covering up some poor spending too.
Awwwww, jealous much?
On serious note. Bonucia guy isn't amazing ( still young and can improve loads ) However Okore was wanted by Chelsea and bigger other teams ( didn't go to Chelsea in January as he wants regular playing time ) and will be star amazing CB.
Helenius ( who will get sealed soon ) was wanted by Ajax ( and that tells quite a lot already ) and is immense talent.
Villa is on right path, rather buying overrated, overpriced, ''experienced'' players to the system of likes of Atletico or Borrusia.
And with rumours of Benteke extending his deal, Villa should have bright years to come whether you like it or not.
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You look good as well obviously. Although without Lukaku, and without good replacement it might be hard for yous. No idea who are your transfer targets though. However it'd be hard to improve over Lukaky anyway imo. Such a star player.