saint lard Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 http://www.saintsfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10280~2399424,00.html
W9Saint Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Just seen announcement on club site. Apologies if already posted. http://www.saintsfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10280~2399424,00.html
Saint Garrett Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Sounds promising...I'm guessing we'll see him tomorrow. Chamberlain off ???
capitalsaint Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Never heard of the chap! Best of luck to him though.
Rory Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Cool. Thought we'd signed Danny De Ridder then. Jean-Paul Seijs must be a gllutton for punishment if that period really was the best time of his life.
trousers Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Saints are delighted to announce that they have today completed the signing of Belgian winger Steve De Ridder for a significant undisclosed fee. The 24 year old arrives from top flight Dutch side De Graafschap, and is somewhat of a coup for the Club, as a host of top flight European sides were also chasing the winger's signature. A right footed attacking player who can play naturally on either wing, De Ridder arrives at St Mary's having signed a three year contract, and will offer the squad some proven top flight experience in the wing areas. De Ridder - which translates to "The Knight" - has become a firm fans favourite during his time with De Graafschap, and is known for his lightening quick speed, tremendous crossing ability and tendency to score remarkable goals. "I have got a great first impression about this Club, I have already been treated so well since I arrived and it has given me a lot of confidence. I hope to pay that back on the field. "As soon as I arrived here I was convinced that this was the right move, this is a big adventure for me and I am looking forward to it. The Chairman showed me a video all about the Club and I was sold straight away. "I played with Jan-Paul Saeijs in Holland and he told me that when he was here it was the best time of his life, so I am curious about what is in store for me!" Manager Nigel Adkins was equally satisfied to have completed the deal. "Steve is a young, hungry player who wants to keep developing and that is what attracted us to him. He is an attacking player who has played on both flanks and up top and has the ability to make things happen. "From what we can see his attitude is very good and he desperately wants to maximise his potential, which is underlined by his industrious style of play. "The thing that struck me about him was that he was so hungry for success and respectful of where he is coming to. Steve wants to work hard to be part of the group of players that we have here and has bought in to the vision of where we are going. "All credit to Nicola because he has worked really hard behind the scenes to get the deal completed."
Islander Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Looks good on the You tube clips linked on the 'medical' thread.
saints-cris Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 i reckon it means Guly upfront to make the 4 strikers.
EBS1980 Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Sounds promising...I'm guessing we'll see him tomorrow. Chamberlain off ??? Or Punchen Replacement. Another signing that shows we really do keep our transfers quiet. Nobody saw this one coming.
S-Clarke Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Wasn't he at brum? Don't think he ever made his mark there, but he came with some decent European pedigree with him. This isn't a replacement for Chambo, this is a replacement for N'Guessan who was a replacement for Puncheon etc
egg Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Where the hell did that come from! Looks promising though. Proven player at a good level with an eye for goal.
St Marco Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 He looks great on youtube. Some awesome goals there. Looks very comfortable with the ball at his feet. Nickname maybe should be The Red and White Knight? ©
Rory Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Wasn't he at brum? Don't think he ever made his mark there, but he came with some decent European pedigree with him. No, that was Daniel De Ridder, who was class before his move to the UK.
S-Clarke Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 No, that was Daniel De Ridder, who was class before his move to the UK. Yep good point. In that case, I've never heard of this dude before!
SO16_Saint Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 some interesting comments in there from NA. specifically: "From what we can see his attitude is very good and he desperately wants to maximise his potential, which is underlined by his industrious style of play. "The thing that struck me about him was that he was so hungry for success and respectful of where he is coming to. Steve wants to work hard to be part of the group of players that we have here and has bought in to the vision of where we are going. a litte dig at Oxo, me thinks
Appy Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Looks class on youtube, never saw this coming at all. Welcome on the bus.
ant Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 (edited) Nice, does indeed seem a promising player. Will hopefully also put a stop to the Boa Morte rumours now (and prove that we didn't need to make all of our signings in the first week of the transfer window) Edited 22 July, 2011 by ant
saint lard Posted 22 July, 2011 Author Posted 22 July, 2011 Wasn't he at brum? Don't think he ever made his mark there, but he came with some decent European pedigree with him. This isn't a replacement for Chambo, this is a replacement for N'Guessan who was a replacement for Puncheon etc This was my initial reaction also. I don't usually take much creedence in youtube vids but he appears quite assured with his back to goal,pacy and has a deft touch for the final ball. Scores a couple t'boot.
S-Clarke Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 some interesting comments in there from NA. specifically: "From what we can see his attitude is very good and he desperately wants to maximise his potential, which is underlined by his industrious style of play. "The thing that struck me about him was that he was so hungry for success and respectful of where he is coming to. Steve wants to work hard to be part of the group of players that we have here and has bought in to the vision of where we are going. a litte dig at Oxo, me thinks Nope, Puncheon
The Cat Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 My son likes him because his name sounds like the Riddler which is clearly a good thing when you are 5 and love Batman.
Appy Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Showing some nice tricks on some of his videos as well.
saint_stevo Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 16 posts before we had requested FM stats and seen Youtube clips. Love this place!
Danbert Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 I know its only YouTube but he looks **** hot -like it!
doddisalegend Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Well Well that came out of nowhere. Know nothing about him but can't wait to see him in action for saints.
corky morris Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Watching that video he looks quality. Rickie must be smiling!!
ribbo Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Now let's bring back Jan-Paul Saeijs! yeah, JPS was awesome
Liquidshokk Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 How exciting. Hope he gets a run out tomorrow as it will be a good chance to show off his stuff in a relaxed setting. Glad I rearranged my plans so i can go tomorrow now!
FMPR Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 In FM terms he can maximise his potential as much as he wants because hes not got that far to go!
beavis17 Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Another top signing by the club and a 'significant' fee too. Hope this isn't our striker though...
Red Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 Sounds promising...I'm guessing we'll see him tomorrow. Chamberlain off ??? If not at least it will teach AOC to keep his gob shut and be grateful for being given a chance at such a young age. If this guy is any good AOC will be warming the benches at Saints never mind the top 4 :-)
Liquidshokk Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 yeah, JPS was awesome Did we have to get rid of him? I really liked him.
Appy Posted 22 July, 2011 Posted 22 July, 2011 yeah, JPS was awesome He wasn't, he was very clumsy, but will remember him fondly for that free kick up at Watford.
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