Milner and Dahoud were signed as experienced pros who should be options there. Both have disappointed, but he has been provided with these types of players.
If only we could magic up another Caicedo.
Most South American leagues run along calendar years, hence now is the summer break for them.
This is why it's often easier to buy South Americans in January. It's the reverse situation to Europe where everyone is resistant to sell then in mid-season.
Several exceptions to this obviously, but...