Avenue Saint Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 His birthday today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SO16_Saint Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 “@SimonPeach: #SaintsFC moving for Japan's Maya Yoshida would not surprise me. His name was mentioned to Nigel Adkins, who didn't flinch. I thought 'who?'” “@SimonPeach: I pride myself on my football knowledge but Yoshida a new one on me. Makes sense seeing as #SaintsFC already have a Japanese translator.” Because having a translator already is the reason to buy a player... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 DOB 24th August 1988. Wt 81kg Ht 1.89m CB with international experience... right position ... right age-range..and someone for T.Lee to chat to in the tea breaks . Good suggestion - if true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Because having a translator already is the reason to buy a player... No ...but it's also a buddy for Tadanari Lee. ....or do we have an objection to having two internationals from the same country in our squad ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 He looks like a Japanese version John Terry. ...if he's half as effective, it'll be a good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Hang on......I am just trying to work all that out now....... .....don't worry. you can get the time back .......if you sleep 45 mins. less........ for the next zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. g'night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Saint Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Just reading both the Sun & the Mirror, coupled with the mega thread for some Uruguayan, "Adkins has tabled a bid": looks like Cortese is dealing with the big money and Nigel is picking up the bits and pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amazing Hangover Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Nothing wrong with that, he played in the Olympics and Adkins wants to sign him next week. You're reading it incorrectly. But he has got a false right knee, as you can see from the picture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amazing Hangover Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 He looks like a Japanese version John Terry. So we need to check Lee's girlfriend status Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintbletch Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 He has to sign for the caption competition alone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingeletiss Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Because having a translator already is the reason to buy a player... Also a coach by all accounts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsy Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Is that a saxamophone? You don't often see air sax! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 I know you can't judge a player based on a team's performance or results, but 77 goals conceded in 34 games last season is a lot. Just sayin like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxstone Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Would take this guy in a heartbeat ! Heres hoping.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeintheslowlane Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 I know you can't judge a player based on a team's performance or results, but 77 goals conceded in 34 games last season is a lot. Just sayin like. Just IMAGINE the goals against count if he hadn't been there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintbletch Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Is that a saxamophone? You don't often see air sax! No bear man, it's the start of the Japanese Haka. Everyone that isn't a bear knows that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintbletch Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 I know you can't judge a player based on a team's performance or results, but 77 goals conceded in 34 games last season is a lot. Just sayin like. True on both counts. Whilst I haven't researched his role in it, the Japan U23 team at the Olympics did quite well defensively. Admittedly against a mixed bag of opposition. Seems to be reported as a done deal, so I guess we'll be able to tell for ourselves soon. It's wrong to stereotype, so I will do so here...but I've always been impressed with the work-rate, temp and commitment of players from East Asia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingeletiss Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 No bear man, it's the start of the Japanese Haka. Everyone that isn't a bear knows that. Like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The9 Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 My mate was at Japan vs Mexico in the Olympics today. I told him before he went to watch out for Yoshida, his first words to me when he came through the door after the game were "Sign him". Apparently he was immense. Also Japan's #7 put in an excellent shift, looked very tidy on the ball, good passing and movement and caused Mexico's defence a lot of trouble. That's Yuki Ohtsu, 21 year old midfielder who plays for Gladbach. He also came very highly recommended by my mate (praise from Caesar!). I was at Japan v Mexico and having seen him linked with us I kept an eye out and he didn't look anything special - Mexico scored a header from a corner and 3 goals, after all. Can't judge anyone on one match though, that Giovanni Dos Santos of Mexico looked decent for a start... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 I was at Japan v Mexico and having seen him linked with us I kept an eye out and he didn't look anything special - Mexico scored a header from a corner and 3 goals, after all. Can't judge anyone on one match though, that Giovanni Dos Santos of Mexico looked decent for a start... maybe the two of you were watching different things.? It's not possible to follow the play in all parts of the pitch at the same time. I don't know if you were at the Etihad on Sunday,(I watched on TV), but there is always a lot going on .. off-camera ..that the ref. doesn't always see until afterwards ..to his chagrin. Whilst the Guly-knockers are still visible and in full voice, it was interesting to note that Gary Neville commented (on Guly's performance on Sunday) that, although off camera much of the time he (Guly) was making lots of runs back and forth but ...nobody was passing to him. (Interestingly, Guly's runs were clocked at over 20 mph...faster than any other Saints player) . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 Nothing new.... http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11661/8014033/Yoshida-attracting-interest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The9 Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 maybe the two of you were watching different things.? It's not possible to follow the play in all parts of the pitch at the same time. I don't know if you were at the Etihad on Sunday,(I watched on TV), but there is always a lot going on .. off-camera ..that the ref. doesn't always see until afterwards ..to his chagrin. Whilst the Guly-knockers are still visible and in full voice, it was interesting to note that Gary Neville commented (on Guly's performance on Sunday) that, although off camera much of the time he (Guly) was making lots of runs back and forth but ...nobody was passing to him. (Interestingly, Guly's runs were clocked at over 20 mph...faster than any other Saints player) . Well, it's easier to see everything going on and the pattern of play from the top of the 3rd tier at Wembley - I'd be reluctant to say any central defender at a pro level who plays in a side which concedes 3 goals looked "immense", especially when one goal was an unmarked header in the box from a set piece. Japan weren't otherwise appalling or anything. He was decent, and he was also one of the players I was keeping an eye on. Nothing "bad", but nothing stellar by any stretch. As for the Etihad, I went, and I've also seen the highlights twice and am in the process of watching the whole thing again in full (up to half time so far). I've already posted similar comments about Guly in other threads (mainly in discussions about Lambert's role), as Neville said he made 3 or 4 runs off camera at one point. You're perfectly right that people can see different things at games though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepgar Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 I was at Japan v Mexico and having seen him linked with us I kept an eye out and he didn't look anything special - Mexico scored a header from a corner and 3 goals, after all. Can't judge anyone on one match though, that Giovanni Dos Santos of Mexico looked decent for a start... Is this the same Mexico that won gold at the Olympics and beat Brazil doing it? Just saying like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wireframebox Posted 24 August, 2012 Share Posted 24 August, 2012 I've read that there are some Italian teams looking at him play this weekend. Chievo and Sampdoria? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchen_dan Posted 25 August, 2012 Share Posted 25 August, 2012 Time to close: SimonPeach: Japan international Maya Yoshida will not be joining #SaintsFC, according to Nigel Adkins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 25 August, 2012 Share Posted 25 August, 2012 I wonder who our new CB's will be then?? Possibly that bloke from Rennes and Dann? Although I think we'll add 1 new CB and have done with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 25 August, 2012 Share Posted 25 August, 2012 I wonder who our new CB's will be then?? Possibly that bloke from Rennes and Dann? Although I think we'll add 1 new CB and have done with that. If we do that I reckon we will get relegated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonManager Posted 26 August, 2012 Author Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Koki Harada /原田公 树@ kokidaiz Southampton transfer negotiation of Maya Yoshida, seems to have hit a snag. It is a tough situation. MayaYoshida's transfer talk with Saints is now brink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Now you've done it Ron. They'll be all over that in a flash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Koki Harada /原田公 树@ kokidaiz Southampton transfer negotiation of Maya Yoshida, seems to have hit a snag. It is a tough situation. MayaYoshida's transfer talk with Saints is now brink. Haha. This won't please many... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Haha. This won't please many... And with good reason TBH. We desperately need a CB and hearing these deals hitting various 'snags' fills no one with confidence. Four days to go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 In all seriousness I dont think he is experienced enough in a decent league to be a sure success for us in our current need of a CB. As one of two maybe he would have been ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pangy Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 I thought Simon Peach had a direct quote from NA saying no chance would he be coming in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 In all seriousness I dont think he is experienced enough in a decent league to be a sure success for us in our current need of a CB. As one of two maybe he would have been ok. Possibly. Would be good to know what this snag is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Possibly. Would be good to know what this snag is. Could be that we dont want him...other targets now preferred. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonManager Posted 26 August, 2012 Author Share Posted 26 August, 2012 I thought Simon Peach had a direct quote from NA saying no chance would he be coming in I've just asked him how that squares with kokidaiz's tweet, waiting on a reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Could be that we dont want him...other targets now preferred. That's why I said would be good to know what the snag is. I guess we will find out by who we actually sign I suppose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintrich Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 He's signing for Celtic according to the Sunday mirror. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperMikey Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Seems we're getting gazumped on transfers by bigger teams... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 We have had since January to get a premier league quality centre back in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 We have had since January to get a premier league quality centre back in. Did we actually go in for any CBs in January. I know we were linked with Collins but CB didn't seem to be the priority. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Did we actually go in for any CBs in January. I know we were linked with Collins but CB didn't seem to be the priority. I didn't claim we did but we were looking like likely promotion candidates. We bought lee at least with the premier league in mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 I didn't claim we did but we were looking like likely promotion candidates. We bought lee at least with the premier league in mind. Not saying you claimed that. More out of curiosity - whether the lack of activity is due to failure to identify a target/agree a fee or just different priorities. In contrast to strikers, we heard very little about getting a defender in January (admittedly not as if we would know) suggesting it hasnt been a priority until very recently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 26 August, 2012 Share Posted 26 August, 2012 Not saying you claimed that. More out of curiosity - whether the lack of activity is due to failure to identify a target/agree a fee or just different priorities. In contrast to strikers, we heard very little about getting a defender in January (admittedly not as if we would know) suggesting it hasnt been a priority until very recently. I think most supporters at least considered it an area we had to concentrate on since at least January as we only had Martin (not ready for the prem) as backup with Seaborne out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted 29 August, 2012 Share Posted 29 August, 2012 Days after Nigel Adkins flatly denied the move, I am hearing that Japan international Maya Yoshida may now end up at #SaintsFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itchen_dan Posted 29 August, 2012 Share Posted 29 August, 2012 SimonPeach: Days after Nigel Adkins flatly denied the move, I am hearing that Japan international Maya Yoshida may now end up at #SaintsFC He even said the same about Steven Davis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 29 August, 2012 Share Posted 29 August, 2012 Interesting. As one of two CBs then he sounds good, but if he is the only addition at CB then Im not sure he is an immediate improvement on what we have - soley based on his experience so far. Would be asking a lot for him to suddenly come in and make a huge difference to the backline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 29 August, 2012 Share Posted 29 August, 2012 Interesting. As one of two CBs then he sounds good, but if he is the only addition at CB then Im not sure he is an immediate improvement on what we have - soley based on his experience so far. Would be asking a lot for him to suddenly come in and make a huge difference to the backline. No offence, but I think I'd rather trust the scouting departments judgement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 29 August, 2012 Share Posted 29 August, 2012 No offence, but I think I'd rather trust the scouting departments judgement. Lets hope they get this right. Not at all convinced on Ramirez, Slyne, Jay Rod and Steven Davidson. FFS - our Recruitment Department makes Office Angels look good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 29 August, 2012 Share Posted 29 August, 2012 (edited) Lets hope they get this right. Not at all convinced on Ramirez, Slyne, Jay Rod and Steven Davidson. FFS - our Recruitment Department makes Office Angels look good. They've left it too late anyway to get anyone of quality in. We've been gazumped for all our top targets and anyone we bring in now is a last minute gamble like Jos was last year. I know for a fact that Adkins was accidently reminded only last week that we need a new CB when his Microsoft Office Outlook sent him an old Calendar reminder from last January. Edited 29 August, 2012 by Dig Dig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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