Whitey Grandad Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 There is a pacey direct winger at forest called Antonio we should look at. He scored 2 yesterday and seems to link up really well with the talented left back they have, Fox or something like that. They seem to have found their level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo-Saint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 But they are young and hungry and bound to improve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigShadow Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 McManaman missed a couple of very good chances yesterday. Worth watching on iplayer if you're really keen on him. Expected him to be one of the players Martinez took to Everton, but must have thought he wasn't worth the money Wigan wanted. Price must have come down now though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ART Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Alex Pearce, Reading's center back would be a good defense squad player. Did well for us on loan and can play a number of positions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Ok fair but which proven premiership quality wingers can we a) afford and b) entice to join us ? We all know we are not shopping in the top market so we may have to either gamble on potential or settle for a flawed player, Memphis Depay is not likely to be coming our way. How about Zaha on loan? Not perfect but got plenty about him and could develop well at the club. A 'loan to buy' arrangement could be decent business. For a start a player like Townsend is in a different league to Forestieri and McManaman - and we obviously feel we can get him. There must be another Tadic out there somewhere, afterall we have 20 scouts assessing thousands of games in Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpweySaint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 For a start a player like Townsend is in a different league to Forestieri and McManaman - and we obviously feel we can get him. There must be another Tadic out there somewhere, afterall we have 20 scouts assessing thousands of games in Europe. Townsend divides opinion but I would agree he is quality. Though the fact we have shifted our focus would suggest either we are trying a bit of gamesmanship with spurs or we got feedback from Spurs that suggests we may not be able to secure Townsend. The other two, if the scouts feel they can make the step up, why not? We have had success with players stepping up from the Championship before and the prices may be better. Like you though I would hope we could find another gem like Tadic who is quality at a reasonable price ... though this is, in itself, a gamble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dellman Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Please no more journeymen, that would be back to the bad old days, better to get young hopefuls even if it means losing them when they improve, at least we make a financial advance but with 28/29 year olds its downhill all the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 For a start a player like Townsend is in a different league to Forestieri and McManaman - and we obviously feel we can get him. There must be another Tadic out there somewhere, afterall we have 20 scouts assessing thousands of games in Europe. .. yet we end up signing Shane Long (so lets not get our hopes up for the type of winger and quality we need). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sebastian firefly Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 http://eurorivals.net/independiente~velez-sarsfield-highlights-video-24-08-2014 pratto first two goals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Duckhunter Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Townsend divides opinion but I would agree he is quality. Though the fact we have shifted our focus would suggest either we are trying a bit of gamesmanship with spurs or we got feedback from Spurs that suggests we may not be able to secure Townsend. The other two, if the scouts feel they can make the step up, why not? We have had success with players stepping up from the Championship before and the prices may be better. Like you though I would hope we could find another gem like Tadic who is quality at a reasonable price ... though this is, in itself, a gamble. The problem with Townsend is where he's coining from. Surely spurs will want Morgan involved in any deal or will play hard ball over any fee. Does anybody really think levy is going to be reasonable over the fee if we continue to block attempts to sign Morgan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sebastian firefly Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNsegEIy5aA Lucas Pratto Velez Sarsfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyboy Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gNsegEIy5aA Lucas Pratto Velez Sarsfield Are we linked with him or are you suggesting HCDAJFU ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpweySaint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 The problem with Townsend is where he's coining from. Surely spurs will want Morgan involved in any deal or will play hard ball over any fee. Does anybody really think levy is going to be reasonable over the fee if we continue to block attempts to sign Morgan Agree, completely. Imagine they would be more willing to entertain a bid from say Hull or the like. Only way I see us getting him, other than in a horrid Morgan swap, is on deadline day. If they want to sell him we and we can tempt them with a decent offer they can spend on their defensive targets it could get over the line ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Garrett Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Don't think Levy would have any problem whatsoever selling him to us. He wants rid, wants good money, and doesn't want to strengthen any team chasing a European place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScratchySaint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 A winger with good service is a must. If we can manage that, i reckon it'll bring the best out of Pelle. (hopefully) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heisenberg Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Someone like Matt Jarvis or Wilfried Zaha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Will Buckley causing a threat for Sunderland, exactly the style of option we need. Will take people on and asks the defender if he is up to the task of stopping him.He cost £3m I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webby Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Anyone have any idea what Ron Vlaar's private no. plate is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Will Buckley causing a threat for Sunderland, exactly the style of option we need. Will take people on and asks the defender if he is up to the task of stopping him.He cost £3m I think. Very good player, them having Poyet gave them a massive advantage in terms of signing him though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Well Chadli did more in one match than Townsend managed last season. Can definitely see them getting rid if they're still in the market for attackers. Lamela and Chadli are well ahead, Lennon there as competition, then Townsend. You'd imagine Townsend wants a move to play regularly. right now, I would welcome townsend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 He'll go to QPR, Harry is getting desperate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Garrett Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 He'll go to QPR, Harry is getting desperate. They've already signed Mutch. They should be looking more at their defence. I reckon he might come here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Can't see Townsend moving to us, as he'll consider he is better than Saints (and could earn more elsewhere). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Garrett Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Can't see Townsend moving to us, as he'll consider he is better than Saints (and could earn more elsewhere). Where? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JxgrSaint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Where? QPR probably Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Where? QPR for starters, then there may be others once firmly known he is prepared to move (Newcastle springs to mind) and he may even want to stay at WHL to wait his chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saints4Prem Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Anyone have any idea what Ron Vlaar's private no. plate is? I looked on Google and the last car I found was a Porsche Panamera with a dutch reg. Have you got something you want to share? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webby Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Probably nothing but I saw a black merc sports car on the Marchwood bypass this afternoon. Plate V4 LAR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Chalet Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 I am betting V1 AAR for the reg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Probably nothing but I saw a black merc sports car on the Marchwood bypass this afternoon. Plate V4 LAR What's probably now at top speed heading towards Manchester Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bwanamakubwa Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 (edited) Perhaps but he has the number 4 shirt at villa. Anything like this webby? Edited 24 August, 2014 by Bwanamakubwa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Joel Ward going to Southampton, unhappy with not being offered an improved contract at Palace and recent change in management. that is a rumour, nothing more (soggy) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyboy Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Probably nothing but I saw a black merc sports car on the Marchwood bypass this afternoon. Plate V4 LAR A quick check on dvla website tells me its a 3.0l merc but colour is blue ???? how sure are you that it was black ? Although tax is a reasonable £225 a year ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeBenali Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 In The Sunday People today we've been linked with a Bayer Leverkusen defender Phillip Wollscheid, but face competition from West Ham. Think his name was mentioned earlier in the summer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Where have all the ITK's gone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Billy Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Where have all the ITK's gone? Cowshot for bank holiday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derry Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 In The Sunday People today we've been linked with a Bayer Leverkusen defender Phillip Wollscheid, but face competition from West Ham. Think his name was mentioned earlier in the summer? Good player, quoted as being willing to leave on a permanent transfer but won't agree to loan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Chalet Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Where have all the ITK's gone? Locked in the club penetralia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webby Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Re the car: it was blue, dark blue. Possibly the same as the one pictured above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddings and Monkeys Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 What's Les Read's middle name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JxgrSaint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 What's Les Read's middle name? He's the Man With No (Middle) Name, riding off into the Swiss sunset with A Fistful of Dollars... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 What's Les Read's middle name? Haven'taclue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katalinic Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 What's Les Read's middle name? Arnold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohio Saint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Locked in the club penetralia. Oh poo! Now I have to Google that word again!!! Stupid short term memory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Chalet Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 Oh poo! Now I have to Google that word again!!! Stupid short term memory. Make sure you spell it right or you'll end up with a dubious search history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuncanRG Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 that is a rumour, nothing more (soggy) I really like him, he'd make a cracking utility/competition signing. Depth problems at centre back and right back sorted in one go and would give Clyne a real run for his money. Where'd you get it from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 What's Les Read's middle name? I remember reading an article about him a couple of years ago, and his middle name given there was an unusual one, Theoloneus or something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JxgrSaint Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 I remember reading an article about him a couple of years ago, and his middle name given there was an unusual one, Theoloneus or something like that. He does look a bit like a Monk... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katalinic Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 I remember reading an article about him a couple of years ago, and his middle name given there was an unusual one, Theoloneus or something like that. No it really is Arnold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Posted 24 August, 2014 Share Posted 24 August, 2014 I imagine Les Reeds middle name is 'Incompetent' - it's certainly looked that way this summer For all the talk of keeping our manager and not selling our best players that's exactly what we've done. Then we talked about selling our players for premium prices and bringing in better players and adding strength in depth. So far it seems all we've done is replace the players we've sold for lesser players - not added any strength in depth. Apart from Forster but it now looks like Boruc wants out. And what's the point in getting premium prices for our players if you're going to spend £12 million on Shane Long and possibly another £12 million or more on Andros Townsend. So far we've spent £21 million on a strike force that looks like it will struggle to get 15 goals between them. At 27 and 29 that's not money we are going to get back again. As it is we desperately a good striker and a goal scoring right winger to have a chance of competing this season. Unless something changes dramatically it's going to a long, hard and depressing season. Our only saving grace might be that Crystal Palace, QPR and Burnley are actually worse than we are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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