Truly don't think I've heard bigger football-related nonsense than this "Slot has to see what he's got before we sign anybody" excuse.
The reason we're not buying is the same as it's mostly been in the past; the squad is bloated and we're not getting rid of people. And not only that, the financial rules are tighter now and we've done pretty substantial recent investment at forward and midfield. In the club's eyes, there will be zero incentive to get anybody where it's not a perfect, easy deal for a long term target.