It really was all a communication trick. They milked the whole “Griezmann wanted to come to Barcelona so much he took a pay cut” narrative, until the details started to leak in the press.

Wasn’t Alcorcon in 4th division when they knocked Real Madrid out of Copa Del Rey in 2009?

Shy recognizes shy.

Because he was already at the club for a few years. It’s not the same seeing a player develop than seeing a player have an immediate impact. And Vinicius was pretty hyped too when he arrived in Madrid, until the excitement kinda died down due to his bad finishing, then Hazard (briefly) becoming the new shiny toy.

People are always excited with new, big signings. People are always excited with young, talented signings. People are always excited when a new signing immediately performs, and even more if it’s above expectations.

What we’re seeing with Bellingham is the addition of all that.