SaintJackoInHurworth Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 According to the interview with the manager Lee has shown a good professional attitude and is set to return to the First team - might we yet get to see what attracted saints to sign him in the first place? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I doubt we'll see much of him in the Premier League unless lots of injuries and suspensions kick in. He is adding to depth of the squad outside the matchday 18 and I'd guess he'll play vs Bristol City later this month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatch Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I like him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Good squad option. Hard to see him starting a league game without a big injury crisis, but he has some decent attributes and is quite a versatile attacker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I doubt we'll see much of him in the Premier League unless lots of injuries and suspensions kick in. He is adding to depth of the squad outside the matchday 18 and I'd guess he'll play vs Bristol City later this month. Didn't you used to say he would star in the prem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Didn't you used to say he would star in the prem? No I didn't, you've made that up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Didn't you used to say he would star in the prem? He said the same thing about Mayuka, now i'm sure he's saying that it's great hes out on loan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 According to the interview with the manager Lee has shown a good professional attitude and is set to return to the First team - might we yet get to see what attracted saints to sign him in the first place? Not much doubt why we signed him in the first place, those that saw him play in the NPC before Guly did his thing know that he was a talented player. He's taken a long time to recover from that and a foolish accident with a jet ski (apparently) but he always showed that he was a very useful footballer although he probably needed to toughen up a bit for the PL. Shame is that **** happens like this to many players during their career, would be good to see Chung involved again though, but doubt that he will trouble our first choice strikers. I guess it is more likely that he will eventually get a loan or transfer back to Japan when their next season starts in Feb/March 2014. Not much else we can do with him until then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 According to the interview with the manager Lee has shown a good professional attitude and is set to return to the First team - might we yet get to see what attracted saints to sign him in the first place? IF true ?...I'm pleased on several fronts. I know he only scored that one goal (though it was a goodie - wasn't it ?) he was beginning to look the part in a few other games and found good positions, and helped with an assist or two, I think. I'd like to think he could get a few sub.appearances under his belt, and matbe recapture a bit of that old magic. Of course it also means that Yoshida will still have a soul mate he can chat to, and won't have to resort to useless prattle with that waiter in the Japanese restaurant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 (edited) Not much doubt why we signed him in the first place, those that saw him play in the NPC before Guly did his thing know that he was a talented player. He's taken a long time to recover from that and a foolish accident with a jet ski (apparently) but he always showed that he was a very useful footballer although he probably needed to toughen up a bit for the PL. Shame is that **** happens like this to many players during their career, would be good to see Chung involved again though, but doubt that he will trouble our first choice strikers. I guess it is more likely that he will eventually get a loan or transfer back to Japan when their next season starts in Feb/March 2014. Not much else we can do with him until then. I saw every one of his championship games and what i saw was a reasonably good player against midtable championship opposition and a player who would be popular with the fans because he runs around a lot. He might be alright as a squad player in the premier league for a while but no way is he good enough for where we say we want to be. Edited 13 September, 2013 by Turkish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Of course it also means that Yoshida will still have a soul mate he can chat to, and won't have to resort to useless prattle with that waiter in the Japanese restaurant. Were they not allowed to eat together when Lee was training with the development squad? Its not like he has just been released from Prison Davie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 He said the same thing about Mayuka, now i'm sure he's saying that it's great hes out on loan. Quotes please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazlo78 Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 He said the same thing about Mayuka, now i'm sure he's saying that it's great hes out on loan. Just got this foam hand from eBay - loving it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eelpie Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I saw every one of his championship games and what i saw was a reasonably good player against midtable championship opposition and a player who would be popular with the fans because he runs around a lot. He might be alright as a squad player in the premier league for a while but no way is he good enough for where we say we want to be. Have you told Mauricio that he's made a booboo yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefoggy Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Didn't you used to say he would star in the prem? I said that and still think he will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobM Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I too think he could do well for us in the Prem. He was clearly a misfit at times in the Championship, as his movement was never understood by those around him. He'd make some intelligent runs and get into some good spaces, but rarely would anybody notice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastor Patrón Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 He's f#cking sh#te and looks like a gay gerbil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Would love to be proved wrong, but I think he is nowhere near good enough, even for a place on the bench. Would have Guly over him everyday, although some people won't think that as Lee runs around more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Yeah he's not very good. Just there to make up the numbers IMO. Won't be able to get rid of him, and therefore decided to give us another option. Certainly not the player to take us to the next level! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the saint in winchester Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Flippin 'eck, we should nickname him 'Marmite' cos it seems people either love him or hate him. I'm delighted he is back and hope he gets games in the 3 of the 4-2-3-1 lineup (even the 4-3-3 and the 4-4-2.) In short, there is a place for him. Go Chung, show them what we have been missing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avenue Saint Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Love it when players get written off! The bloke has shown enough to suggest he could be decent with an injury free run. I for one am looking forward to seeing him as an option off the bench! Some one bring this thread up in may. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Katalinic's 'tache Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I'm guessing his return to the fold is due to us letting Puncheon go? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avenue Saint Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Flippin 'eck, we should nickname him 'Marmite' cos it seems people either love him or hate him. I'm delighted he is back and hope he gets games in the 3 of the 4-2-3-1 lineup (even the 4-3-3 and the 4-4-2.) In short, there is a place for him. Go Chung, show them what we have been missing. I remember when they used to say Morgan was useless. Those good old days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monosaint Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I don't think we saw enough of him to make a good judgement to be honest. Clearly the management have seen enough of him in training to convince them that he can contribute and I would trust their judgement over mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefizzy14 Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I don't think we saw enough of him to make a good judgement to be honest. Clearly the management have seen enough of him in training to convince them that he can contribute and I would trust their judgement over mine. Agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheaf Saint Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 I don't think we saw enough of him to make a good judgement to be honest. Clearly the management have seen enough of him in training to convince them that he can contribute and I would trust their judgement over mine. I did. Two instances spring to mind: that goal against Derby and a delicate little cushion header to perfectly set up Rickie for our smash and grab at Elland Road. Whatever else he may or may not have done in the few games he had that season, these two moments were enough to convince me that he has very good technical ability. That's something that a player either has or he doesn't, and all the rest (like vision, awareness etc...) can be taught. If he has shown the coaching staff enough in training to convince them he can contribute this season then I hope he gets his chance to show us as well. Personally I would give him a run out in the Bristol City cup game to do just that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul75 Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 New pacey winger? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney Fudpucker the 3rd Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 If he's going to be given a chance then Billy Sharp should also be given an opportunity too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNSUN Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Good for him if true. Another attacking option, perhaps our weakest area (IMO), can only be a good thing. As long as he's clear of injuries and willing to work hard for the team, I can't see this as being a bad thing. Perhaps he's seen how Yoshida has got on last season, and wanted a slice for himself. I can't see him being used a lot, but as a squad choice he's better than some. As for Sharp? I'm not sure an out and out striker will find game time, with Osvaldo and Rickie in front of him. It does seem weird we let Mayuka go though, perhaps this was in the knowledge we had Lee or Sharp available for selection... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jam Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 If he's going to be given a chance then Billy Sharp should also be given an opportunity too. Why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelman Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 If he's going to be given a chance then Billy Sharp should also be given an opportunity too. Why? OK - manager comes in and inherits players. He has brought in 3 players from outside and promoted others from the academy, and for one reason of another doesn't rate Sharp but might see something in Lee. Our strikers, unless I have got it wrong... Lambert Rodriguez Osvaldo Lee do Prado Not in the plans - Mayuka & Sharp. Mayuka might come back after getting game time, but the only real mystery to me is Do Prado over Sharp, as I can see why Lee is there. If we get a couple of injuries or suspensions to say Lambert and Osvaldo, it leaves us a little light in the attacking department and that is why I think Lee is important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jam Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 Why? OK - manager comes in and inherits players. He has brought in 3 players from outside and promoted others from the academy, and for one reason of another doesn't rate Sharp but might see something in Lee. Our strikers, unless I have got it wrong... Lambert Rodriguez Osvaldo Lee do Prado Not in the plans - Mayuka & Sharp. Mayuka might come back after getting game time, but the only real mystery to me is Do Prado over Sharp, as I can see why Lee is there. If we get a couple of injuries or suspensions to say Lambert and Osvaldo, it leaves us a little light in the attacking department and that is why I think Lee is important. It's not Do Prado over Sharp though is it. It's Lambert and Osvaldo over Sharp and if anything Do Prado over Puncheon. Unless Do Prado's likely to be playing as a lone striker any time soon (which obviously I don't see happening). Guly can play up front, as a #10 or on the wing and has some pace. Sharp is an out and out stiker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobM Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 If he's going to be given a chance then Billy Sharp should also be given an opportunity too. It's an interesting point, because neither are proven at this level, but Lee's attitude and professionalism has earned him a place in the squad. The same hasn't happened to Sharp. Could this be an insight into different attitudes of players at the club? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonManager Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 It's an interesting point, because neither are proven at this level, but Lee's attitude and professionalism has earned him a place in the squad. The same hasn't happened to Sharp. Could this be an insight into different attitudes of players at the club? Obviously I don't know what has transpired here, but it may be along the lines of Maya sitting him down and telling him that he's made it to the 'league of milk and honey' so what does he want to do with his career? He turned down a permanent move to Tokyo earlier this year when his loan ran out and said he wanted to stay with us and fight for his place. It looks like he's done just that and got his reward. I wish him all the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The9 Posted 13 September, 2013 Share Posted 13 September, 2013 It's an interesting point, because neither are proven at this level, but Lee's attitude and professionalism has earned him a place in the squad. The same hasn't happened to Sharp. Could this be an insight into different attitudes of players at the club? They're all required to adhere to the terms of their contracts and the club isn't fining either of them so they must be fine with their attitudes. However, Sharp's never shown the flexibility to play in 3 or 4 attacking/attacking midfield roles, Tadanari Lee at last has shown evidence he can do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martel Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 Me too, I like the way he caused havoc with defenders, he was like a ball in a pin ball machine, as for his attitude, that is large part of Japanese culture is it not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 If he's going to be given a chance then Billy Sharp should also be given an opportunity too. They are not twin toddlers mate, FFS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo-Saint Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 Didn't you used to say he would star in the prem? Wrong! He said the same thing about Mayuka, now i'm sure he's saying that it's great hes out on loan. Also wrong! I know Brett is fairly new but Turks has no excuse. You should know by now MLG never actually gives an opinion about anything. This would be far too much of a high risk strategy as he would have to be accountable to the opinion in the future. Instead what he does is ask questions to portray an opinion and if possible scold someone with a different opinion. For example, Mayuka, MLG never said he would be a good player. What he actually said was, "don't you think a highly rated young international player signed for a large fee will improve once be gets used to his new surroundings?" Btw you can replace Mayuka with Gaston or Forren or whoever in that sentence. Then, you ask more questions I.e. "didn't you see the game against Tottenham?" Get with it boys and stop making school boy errors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 If he's going to be given a chance then Billy Sharp should also be given an opportunity too. That is terrible logic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Billy Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 As we have looked a little flat so far this season Lee might be the little burst of energy and spark that we need. Ricky seems to have gotten a good partnership going with Welbeck for England, I see Lee as a similar player and may be able to set up a few more opportunities for our front line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 Wrong! Also wrong! I know Brett is fairly new but Turks has no excuse. You should know by now MLG never actually gives an opinion about anything. This would be far too much of a high risk strategy as he would have to be accountable to the opinion in the future. Instead what he does is ask questions to portray an opinion and if possible scold someone with a different opinion. For example, Mayuka, MLG never said he would be a good player. What he actually said was, "don't you think a highly rated young international player signed for a large fee will improve once be gets used to his new surroundings?" Btw you can replace Mayuka with Gaston or Forren or whoever in that sentence. Then, you ask more questions I.e. "didn't you see the game against Tottenham?" Get with it boys and stop making school boy errors. You are correct and I am wrong, I hang my head in shame. You are right, although MLG did make a passionate defence of Mayuka and did indeed mention the spurs game, the evidence is here, exhibit one, the 'why has Mayuka not started a prem game' thread http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/printthread.php?t=41224&pp=50&page=2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintbletch Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 You are correct and I am wrong, I hang my head in shame. You are right, although MLG did make a passionate defence of Mayuka and did indeed mention the spurs game, the evidence is here, exhibit one, the 'why has Mayuka not started a prem game' thread http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/printthread.php?t=41224&pp=50&page=2 This is getting embarrassing Turkish. Hang up your gloves and retire from the forum, or at least take a break. This is THE second time in a matter of weeks that you've 'lost' on an mboard. First it was John Boy Saint owning your arse on the great pukka pasty thread, and now you're searching contributors' historic posts to score points. Embarrassing man. Let us remember you at your peak; undefeated and brimming with irony and sarcasm. Cancel your membership and go out on your shield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 Now I know how Roy Jones Jnr felt, in his prime invincible but now a couple of haymakers from journeymen are threateningg to ruining the legend. Although the battle of pasty thread was a resounding win for me, I got more bites than John boys pasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNOWY Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 I think he could play a "Brett Ormerod" type role when required, but I'll be surprised if he makes more than a handful of appearances from the bench. Good luck to him though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 I think he could play a "Brett Ormerod" type role when required, but I'll be surprised if he makes more than a handful of appearances from the bench. Good luck to him though. Exactly, run around a lot and not score very often. I really can't see what he brings to the table and where he fits in. Those that say how good he is need to remember he's only really looked any good against bottom half championship sides 2 season ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickG Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 Only started 3 or 4 didn't he? Looked good enthusiasm, speed and energy, scored one lovely goal. Didn't jump out as being someone who would star in prem but equally didn't see enough to right him off. Those qualities are often just what's needed as a sub Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotonist Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 chun lee, is it? she's let herself go a bit since street fighter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 Only started 3 or 4 didn't he? Looked good enthusiasm, speed and energy, scored one lovely goal. Didn't jump out as being someone who would star in prem but equally didn't see enough to right him off. Those qualities are often just what's needed as a sub If it was all about enthusiasm, running around alot and speed then Jonno Quick would be a superstar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winchester Red Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 Some people take a while to grow up and mature and only when they do can they reach their potential. Lee I think is a case in point. Some posters on this board still have a way to go ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickG Posted 14 September, 2013 Share Posted 14 September, 2013 If it was all about enthusiasm, running around alot and speed then Jonno Quick would be a superstar. Do you think? I don't. Tandari has 11 caps so think it shows he is more than just someone to run around. Can't remember if you go to games but I can think of several times last season when energy and speed off the bench could have helped. Often those players change games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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