Seaborne & Otsemebor?

[RinNY]

I think it's clear that Pardew (like most fans) sees James as more suited to the defensive midfield role, & as an emergency right back only. I think it's clear that Thomas is not by preference a right back, and will not be a Saints player after this season. I think it's clear that Murty will never again play consistently, due to injuries. On a six month deal, Otsemobor, who has at times shown considerable ability as rb, has a chance to audition for the role next year, while filling a need for the remainder of this. If he works out, well & good; if not, no harm done.

 

As to Seaborne: Jaidi & Perry are old, & Thomas is not very reliable, while Lancashire and Martin are raw. A good young CB to provide cover for this season and (hopefully) grow into the role of Fonte's first choice partner next season makes sense, surely?

 

More generally, the defence has been our biggest weakness this season: these signings have the promise of shoring it up considerably, and protecting us against possible injuries. Good signings, therefore!

[Smirking_Saint]

I think it's clear that Pardew (like most fans) sees James as more suited to the defensive midfield role, & as an emergency right back only. I think it's clear that Thomas is not by preference a right back, and will not be a Saints player after this season. I think it's clear that Murty will never again play consistently, due to injuries. On a six month deal, Otsemobor, who has at times shown considerable ability as rb, has a chance to audition for the role next year, while filling a need for the remainder of this. If he works out, well & good; if not, no harm done.

 

As to Seaborne: Jaidi & Perry are old, & Thomas is not very reliable, while Lancashire and Martin are raw. A good young CB to provide cover for this season and (hopefully) grow into the role of Fonte's first choice partner next season makes sense, surely?

 

More generally, the defence has been our biggest weakness this season: these signings have the promise of shoring it up considerably, and protecting us against possible injuries. Good signings, therefore!

 

Deserving of a +1 sir

[hypochondriac]

Duncan have you managed to look back at this thread yet? It's just that you appear to have hinted at knowing something but you've then disappeared without elaborating.

[Saint Without a Halo]

with the number of games we now have confirmed this season (46 league 2 league cup p5 JPT and 5 FA cup) we need a good squad system so yes they are necessarry to help weather rotation injuries and suspensions.