shurlock Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 I would be well pleased with that signing. That seemed to me the most likely available slot we are looking to fill, and the one he might well end up in.Wonder how we'll juggle him and Kevin De Bruyne should that one happen as speculated a week or so ago. He's left footed, though that's not necessarily an obstacle to playing on the right. Sounds like a vamped up version of chaplow -sometimes erratic in possession but box-to-box and great at making runs into the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOSaint Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 He's left footed, though that's not necessarily an obstacle to playing on the right. Sounds like a vamped up version of chaplow -sometimes erratic in possession but box-to-box and great at making runs into the box. Also being over 6 ft and apparently very strong physically would mean, if partnered with Schneiderlin that even the more physical sides in the league will have trouble trying to overpower us in the middle of the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 He was linked to Real Betis four days ago in a major Spanish sports newspaper... http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=es&u=http://www.marca.com/2012/06/19/futbol/equipos/betis/1340089937.html&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dmichu%2Bbetis%2Bmarca%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dsafari%26rls%3Den%26prmd%3Dimvns&sa=X&ei=aM_lT5T-NIjS0QWy9_2BCQ&ved=0CFgQ7gEwAA For significantly less than £6m. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOSaint Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Doesn't he have a release clause or something set at £4.9m (€6m give or take)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Also being over 6 ft and apparently very strong physically would mean, if partnered with Schneiderlin that even the more physical sides in the league will have trouble trying to overpower us in the middle of the park. Yep would provide that elusive balance in the middle -and still leave room for some genuine pace and width (still a priority IMO). Either way, fits the mould of having players who can play in several different positions and is another 6+ footer - we must have one of the biggest teams around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-Armstrong Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Doesn't he have a release clause or something set at £4.9m (€6m give or take)? Yes: http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11700/7722603/Michu-plans-Vallecano-talks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Scott Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Could well be the excellent signing Graeme Bailey mentioned earlier this week. Either way Adkins is clearly in talks with representatives about a player or two as hinted in his interview on the OS. Roll on July 1st I say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Sign for us and parade new kit on the first? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
for_heaven's_Saint Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Sign for us and parade new kit on the first? Ok but I want a signing on fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
View From The Top Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Would be an excellent signing but just can't see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchen_dan Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Little bit going around on Twitter about Owen Hargreaves. Then I found this from yesterday. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2012/06/22/southampton-eye-risky-deal-for-injury-plagued-owen-hargreaves/ If we could get him fit, would be a phenomenal signing. I just think no matter how good Adkins or our sport science staff are, if City couldn't get him fit, then we don't stand much chance to be honest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkSFC Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Little bit going around on Twitter about Owen Hargreaves. Then I found this from yesterday. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2012/06/22/southampton-eye-risky-deal-for-injury-plagued-owen-hargreaves/ If we could get him fit, would be a phenomenal signing. I just think no matter how good Adkins or our sport science staff are, if City couldn't get him fit, then we don't stand much chance to be honest. On a pay as you play deal he could be a great signing, not least of all for the experience and knowledge he could share with the "youngsters". I think he is almost certainly fit and don't think it was a case of not being fit at City just more to do with not quite good enough for them.....does not mean he couldn't do a great job for us. If we did sign him I would expect him to be "in addition" to a major signing in mid-field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
It's There Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Like David Connolly .. who proved to be a great asset, even with missing a fair number of matches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lighthouse Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 Like David Connolly .. who proved to be a great asset' date=' even with missing a fair number of matches[/quote'] Not really. I'd say we've had a pretty average return from him overall. About 5 goals a season, not quick or strong. I'd much rather have a player like Barnard (before last year) who is consistent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint lard Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 I have received an email from two of my friends in Italy,who broke the news about the Do Prado signing to me,that michu is definitely in talks with Southampton.and his representatives have held talks.it is down to him if he wants to up root abroad or remain in Spain. Apparently he is wanted by an Italian club also,neither of which my friends know which one. they were spot on with the do Prado signing which I posted on here at the time. so I'm adding nothing new just a differing view from abroad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beavis17 Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 I have received an email from two of my friends in Italy,who broke the news about the Do Prado signing to me,that michu is definitely in talks with Southampton.and his representatives have held talks.it is down to him if he wants to up root abroad or remain in Spain. Apparently he is wanted by an Italian club also,neither of which my friends know which one. they were spot on with the do Prado signing which I posted on here at the time. so I'm adding nothing new just a differing view from abroad. With what Pilchards has already said this seems set to happen if the player is keen. Would be great to see how he'd do in the Prem this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfc4prem Posted 23 June, 2012 Share Posted 23 June, 2012 I have received an email from two of my friends in Italy,who broke the news about the Do Prado signing to me,that michu is definitely in talks with Southampton.and his representatives have held talks.it is down to him if he wants to up root abroad or remain in Spain. Apparently he is wanted by an Italian club also,neither of which my friends know which one. they were spot on with the do Prado signing which I posted on here at the time. so I'm adding nothing new just a differing view from abroad. But surely Adkins isn't respected enough in footballing circles for a player like Michu, linked to clubs like Manchester United, to consider joining his team, right??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 It's pretty embarrassing how much our fans hound media contacts for info on signings, how about you just wait until they happen! Not to mention actually believing fake agents accounts. No different to anyone else, I bet they get a lot more of it from the fans of the top teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 But surely Adkins isn't respected enough in footballing circles for a player like Michu, linked to clubs like Manchester United, to consider joining his team, right??? Maybe not, but the manager isn't the only thing to consider. We're a Premier League team with top class facilities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 (edited) wrong thread Edited 24 June, 2012 by Badger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_ed Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 No different to anyone else, I bet they get a lot more of it from the fans of the top teams. But it's the same few people on twitter who do it to the same person about 3 times a day, I don't know if they are kids but it looks so immature. People just need to calm down a bit and learn about patience. No genuine agent is going to give any information so any that do, especially with the names itkagent or south agent, should straight away be seen as attention seekers as they'll only end up disappointed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minsk Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 Maybe not, but the manager isn't the only thing to consider. We're a Premier League team with top class facilities. I think sfc4prem was just having a little dig at Lard about his anti-Adkins stance of the previous 18 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supersonic Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 It's pretty embarrassing how much our fans hound media contacts for info on signings, how about you just wait until they happen! Not to mention actually believing fake agents accounts. totally agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-Armstrong Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 Just did a search this is all I see: http://pasionfutbol.es/i/87/06/07/13...que-estudiarlo Michu: "Si llega un buen negocio habrá que estudiarlo" Which roughly translates to: Michu: "If you get offered a good deal, it will be studied" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-Armstrong Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 And from a quick search of some Spanish sites and fans on Twitter - they seem to think Granada have an offer on the table for Michu, and Betis and Valencia are interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibizasaint Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 i was bored this morning and so went on a Rangers forum to see if there was anything about Steve Davis coming to us..... jesus thats depressing reading ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saints foreva Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 Not sure what to think about this Michu guy. He could just be a one season wonder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farawaysaint Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 i was bored this morning and so went on a Rangers forum to see if there was anything about Steve Davis coming to us..... jesus thats depressing reading ... I've been reading on and off the last couple of weeks when bored. It's fairly horrible stuff yes but our forum wasn't exactly a bed of roses when we were looking to go bust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pahars_Legend Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 Not worthy of a new thread but an ex saint on the move. Papa Waigo has gone to Dubai http://www.thenational.ae/sport/football/al-wahda-sign-senegals-papa-waigo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SO16_Saint Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 Did Adkins not say about a week ago that he expected 2 signings in the next 7-10 days? Could be interesting few days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchen_dan Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 Did Adkins not say about a week ago that he expected 2 signings in the next 7-10 days? Could be interesting few days Wasn't really an 'expected' more of a 'lets see, who knows?'. Got a feeling we'll see at least 1 more this week before pre-season starts Friday but no more that that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 24 June, 2012 Share Posted 24 June, 2012 How long to see Butland sign now the Euros are over for England? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint J 77 Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 Wasn't really an 'expected' more of a 'lets see, who knows?'. Got a feeling we'll see at least 1 more this week before pre-season starts Friday but no more that that. I don't think we will see any transfer activity in the next few days. I don't have any inside info but just a feeling. Hope I am wrong but going on last summers approach, it might be we are having a hard time finalising any potential deals again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rorski Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 http://www.turkish-football.com/news_read.php?id=3091 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasoneuelllfanclub Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 All gone a bit quiet. What happened to that 'exciting move' talk some pretend agent twittted about? It comes to something when you can't even trust the fake sports agents on twitter. What a world. It came from graeme bailey who works for sky. normally reliable for transfer news. i have a hunch that he was referring to michu. we shall see if this ties in with what nige said about hopefully having 1 or 2 in before pre season commences Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchen_dan Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 All gone a bit quiet. What happened to that 'exciting move' talk some pretend agent twittted about? It comes to something when you can't even trust the fake sports agents on twitter. What a world. It wasn't a pretend agent, it was a football journalist/reporter for Sky. @SkyGraemeBailey Maybe this Sivok is the exciting transfer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southamptonfclegend Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 All gone a bit quiet. What happened to that 'exciting move' talk some pretend agent twittted about? It comes to something when you can't even trust the fake sports agents on twitter. What a world. it wasn't a 'fake agent' it was Graeme Bailey (@SkyGraemeBailey) from sky sports... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 Will it give our strikers confidence to train with Forecast or set them dangerously low standards? obssessed mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 All gone a bit quiet. What happened to that 'exciting move' talk some pretend agent twittted about? It comes to something when you can't even trust the fake sports agents on twitter. What a world. it wasn't a 'fake agent' it was Graeme Bailey (@SkyGraemeBailey) from sky sports... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 I am obsessed. To the point of dedicating 0.0017% of my posts to the subject anyway. It is fascinating though, never seen anything like it in my 20 year supporting Saints. You're obsessed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Verbal Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 obssessed mate Says the poster with more than 27,000 posts (**** me!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capitalsaint Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 Graeme Bailey isn't fake. He's a real man from Sky Sports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 Graeme Bailey isn't fake. He's a real man from Sky Sports. adriansfc is obsessed with everyone being fake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 glasgow is a fake... used to be bournemouth saint...but had to change his name due to his pro burley stance back then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capitalsaint Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 glasgow is a fake... used to be bournemouth saint...but had to change his name due to his pro burley stance back then No I didn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latter day saint Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 http://www.turkish-football.com/news_read.php?id=3091 would be a good signing on a free transfer! experienced international defender who can also play in midfield,he scored 7 in 40 games last season for Besiktas. thought he looked good for Czech's in the Euro's . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-Armstrong Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 Turns out @itk_agent is actually a SaintsWeb user then I reckon. It's "supersonic". They follow eachother, have the same writing style, regularly re-tweet eachothers views (which just so happen to be identical) and they also have alternating log-in and tweeting times. Give up pal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-Armstrong Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 If you feel you need more evidence just check out the conversations I had with this account today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 If you feel you need more evidence just check out the conversations I had with this account today. are you a detective? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Diamond Posted 25 June, 2012 Share Posted 25 June, 2012 are you a detective? He's got a pair of eyes (I presume) and that's about all you need. Some very, very sad people on Twitter. Efforts to cover it up are just as bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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