S-Clarke Posted 29 July, 2014 Author Share Posted 29 July, 2014 Amazingly, this seems to be gathering some sort of pace. This guy doesn't bull****. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/southampton/10998992/Southampton-chairman-Ralph-Krueger-says-midfielder-Morgan-Schneiderlin-is-not-for-sale.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 29 July, 2014 Share Posted 29 July, 2014 Amazingly, this seems to be gathering some sort of pace. This guy doesn't bull****. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/southampton/10998992/Southampton-chairman-Ralph-Krueger-says-midfielder-Morgan-Schneiderlin-is-not-for-sale.html Just says we are interested not that we have actually signed him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toon Saint Posted 29 July, 2014 Share Posted 29 July, 2014 Not getting my hopes up, but Rojo would be a very good signing. I assume we will be playing him at LB predominantly and also bring in another CB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 29 July, 2014 Author Share Posted 29 July, 2014 Not getting my hopes up, but Rojo would be a very good signing. I assume we will be playing him at LB predominantly and also bring in another CB. Guan 2.0 did say (I think) that a potential 6th signing would depend on the quality of the 5th. So if we get Rojo, kind of covers off 2 positions and means we don't need that 6th (possibly Kolo, but only guessing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 29 July, 2014 Share Posted 29 July, 2014 Would be an amazing signing. Clyne Fonte Van Dijk Rojo really wouldn't be any worse than last season's defence. Who knows, maybe better, especially with an extra good keeper. But like last season we'll still be left to dread any injuries and be left asking "what have we got in reserve?". No Chanbers as back up RB for instance. That said, I'll settle for a first XI at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint IQ Posted 29 July, 2014 Share Posted 29 July, 2014 Would be an amazing signing. Clyne Fonte Van Dijk Rojo really wouldn't be any worse than last season's defence. Who knows, maybe better, especially with an extra good keeper. Massively underrating Lovren. Van Dijk is no where near as good as him.......yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxstone Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Would be an amazing signing. Clyne Fonte Van Dijk Rojo really wouldn't be any worse than last season's defence. Who knows, maybe better, especially with an extra good keeper. I really like the look of the back line... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucks Saint Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Massively underrating Lovren. Van Dijk is no where near as good as him.......yet How many times have you seen VD play? Genuine question, not saying you are wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Celtic in talks with Sunderland and Swansea for van Dijk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxstone Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Massively underrating Lovren. Van Dijk is no where near as good as him.......yet But Vlaar is much better in my view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 But Vlaar is much better in my view. Than Lovren? Wow. Not for me. Decent player but anyone outpaced by Lambert would always worry me slightly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Apparently Rojo has spoken about his case. Says he wants to stay at Sporting but is willing to wait and see what offers they get. Sounds like a "if there are any big clubs in for me I'm game but the also rans can ferk right off" approach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxstone Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Apparently Rojo has spoken about his case. Says he wants to stay at Sporting but is willing to wait and see what offers they get. Sounds like a "if there are any big clubs in for me I'm game but the also rans can ferk right off" approach. Unlikely to be a "big Club" come in for him so if "an also ran" comes in offering to double his money then I'm sure he would not tell them to "ferk off" ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 I'll stick with the view that we have no chance of getting him until I actually see him signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Apparently Rojo has spoken about his case. Says he wants to stay at Sporting but is willing to wait and see what offers they get. Sounds like a "if there are any big clubs in for me I'm game but the also rans can ferk right off" approach. Out of curiosity, where did you find/hear that? Usually when it´s getting pace both on Sky and BBC it is close, but that doesn´t mean they´re always right of course... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buctootim Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 As far as I can make out Sporting only hold 25% of the rights to Rojo and so will get only 25% of the proceeds. The would prefer to sell William de Carvalho instead http://desporto.sapo.pt/futebol/primeira_liga/artigo/2014/07/30/william-poder-ser-o-escolhido-para-sair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Out of curiosity, where did you find/hear that? Usually when it´s getting pace both on Sky and BBC it is close, but that doesn´t mean they´re always right of course... BBC+ Sky is so insular don't you know. I know people who are really in football, they tell me things. When those who have been told spread what they've heard about Sky,BBC and the other vultures pick them up. This came from a Portuguese chap that I know. No doubt if you were to hunt it down you could find it elsewhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buctootim Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Marcos Rojo ponders future: "We'll see what can happen ' The Argentine international central defender from Sporting is still thinking what will make your future, being aware of potential tempting proposals arriving at Alvalade. Marcos Rojo assures that has a contract and want to get the Lions, but it appears something better will discuss it. 'I have a contract, I want to stay. Of course all players aspire always more. If there is a good one for me and the club will soon see what can happen, "said the Argentine to the press upon arrival at the airport, after the holidays we had right after the presence in Brazil of the World. Marcos Rojo did an excellent World in the eyes of critics and fans and was considered one of the best left-backs in the competition. Something that can harm Sporting in sports: can lose one of their best players abroad but can benefit financially from their sale. http://www.futebol365.pt/noticia/118100/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 I'll stick with the view that we have no chance of getting him until I actually see him signing. We have absolutely zero chance of signing Rojo, he's very much sought after and the price tag will be beyond our miserly approach. We've probably bid about 3 million or something like that for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buctootim Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 BBC+ Sky is so insular don't you know. I know people who are really in football, they tell me things. When those who have been told spread what they've heard about Sky,BBC and the other vultures pick them up. This came from a Portuguese chap that I know. No doubt if you were to hunt it down you could find it elsewhere. Its all over the Potuguese media and has been since yesterday when Rojo gave a press conference when he returned to Portugal after his WC holiday. You dont need to know a connected man in fooball in Portugal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Its all over the Potuguese media and has been since yesterday when Rojo gave a press conference when he returned to Portugal after his WC holiday. You dont need to know a connected man in fooball in Portugal Bloke's a builder actually, doing some work on our roof. His son plays for Clermont though; Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Ash Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 We have absolutely zero chance of signing Rojo, he's very much sought after and the price tag will be beyond our miserly approach. We've probably bid about 3 million or something like that for him. No doubt you'll gleefully return with your regular line of "I told you so" which seems to be in every other post of yours lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the saint in winchester Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Celtic in talks with Sunderland and Swansea for van Dijk. This is why we should have offered a fair price in the first place. We could have had this deal wrapped up a week ago! Now other clubs are sniffing around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JxgrSaint Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Here's a piece on him from Bleacher Report - focused on Scousehampton (because God forbid they could write articles about teams not in the Top 6) but still relevant... http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2144467-why-marcos-rojo-is-the-solution-to-liverpools-left-back-problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faz Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 This is why we should have offered a fair price in the first place. We could have had this deal wrapped up a week ago! Now other clubs are sniffing around. No we couldn't - at least not whilst the CL qualifiers are on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twiglet Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Isn't this all pointless? He wouldn't come to Southampton period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlakeySFC Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Isn't this all pointless? He wouldn't come to Southampton, full stop. I fixed your post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 We've slapped in £10 million bid according to the Mirror http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/southampton-closing-marcos-rojo-saphir-3939148 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 We've slapped in £10 million bid according to the Mirror http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/southampton-closing-marcos-rojo-saphir-3939148 Would be odd to sign both Bertrand and him but I would be pleased with that if it happened. Would mean that if Ryan wasn't up to it we would have a decent replacement as long as we get another cb as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JxgrSaint Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 (edited) When will we stop fannying around with trifling fees? He'll never come for £10m (not that it's very likely he'll come at all), we've got a shed load of readies burning a hole in our pocket - no need to **** about. He'd cost at least £15m by anyone's account... Edited 30 July, 2014 by JxgrSaint Autocorrect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmel Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 When will we stop fannying around with trifling fees? He'll never come for £10m (not that it's very likely he'll come at all), we've got a shed load of readies burning a hole in our pocket - no need to **** about. He'd cost at least £15m by anyone's account... Can I buy your house for 50k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Surely this one is done now seeing as we signed Bertrand and have the hugely hyped Targett in reserve. Would be stupid to spend a club record fee on someone who isnt a specialist Centre Back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 When will we stop fannying around with trifling fees? He'll never come for £10m (not that it's very likely he'll come at all), we've got a shed load of readies burning a hole in our pocket - no need to **** about. He'd cost at least £15m by anyone's account... Ahh the pompey way.............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 Surely this one is done now seeing as we signed Bertrand and have the hugely hyped Targett in reserve. Would be stupid to spend a club record fee on someone who isnt a specialist Centre Back. You said what again??? http://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/marcos-rojo/leistungsdaten/spieler/93176/saison/2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 You said what again??? http://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/marcos-rojo/leistungsdaten/spieler/93176/saison/2013 What am I looking at? He played left back for Argentina and has a lot for Sporting too. We would be buying as a centre back. Not sure there is much in this myself, happy to be proven wrong though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 What am I looking at? He played left back for Argentina and has a lot for Sporting too. We would be buying as a centre back. Not sure there is much in this myself, happy to be proven wrong though. I guess he means this bit Position: Centre Back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 What am I looking at? He played left back for Argentina and has a lot for Sporting too. We would be buying as a centre back. Not sure there is much in this myself, happy to be proven wrong though. You´re looking at his performances and if you check you will se in what position he was playing in those games, and the stats are similar for every year in Sporting. He´s played CB in more than 90% of his games in Sporting, but is used in the national team as LB. Pretty much as Croatia did use Lovren up until last season... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 What am I looking at? He played left back for Argentina and has a lot for Sporting too. We would be buying as a centre back. Not sure there is much in this myself, happy to be proven wrong though. Agree. Don't think we would have signed Bertrand if we wanted this guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint IQ Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 (edited) Apparently Rojo has spoken about his case. Says he wants to stay at Sporting but is willing to wait and see what offers they get. Sounds like a "if there are any big clubs in for me I'm game but the also rans can ferk right off" approach. He'll go to Russia for loads of ££££££££££££££££££££ Edited 30 July, 2014 by Saint IQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washsaint Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 couple of sources saying we are close to signing him. not holding my breath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 couple of sources saying we are close to signing him. not holding my breath Would clearly be a great signing. Not believing it till it happens though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Bateman Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 couple of sources saying we are close to signing him. not holding my breath I would say £100 that we don't, but it's been so random so far that we probably will. Along with Roberto Carlos, Wade Elliot and Robbie Fowler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the saint in winchester Posted 30 July, 2014 Share Posted 30 July, 2014 When will we stop fannying around with trifling fees? He'll never come for £10m (not that it's very likely he'll come at all), we've got a shed load of readies burning a hole in our pocket - no need to **** about. He'd cost at least £15m by anyone's account... His club have quoted £16M to us. I would have opened with a £12M bid but at least £10M is not a daft bid. Maybe we can meet around £13-14M to get the deal over the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsbignose Posted 31 July, 2014 Share Posted 31 July, 2014 http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/493757/Man-Utd-Liverpool-and-Chelsea-receive-boost-after-Saints-are-told-to-up-Marcos-Rojo-bid Not sure why this encourages the other teams mentioned although a CB for Man Utd looks the most viable. How much of the pot will go on his wages though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 31 July, 2014 Share Posted 31 July, 2014 As said already, this would be a great signing, but the gap in fee offered to that wanted seems too great to stand any chance. This guy is almost certainly worth £14m so stop messing with daft bids and crack on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beckenham Saint Posted 31 July, 2014 Share Posted 31 July, 2014 Andrew @andrew_saintsfc 3m Rojo is at #SaintsFC training complex , deal is done. I expect interviews & other media things before it's announced officially. #SaintRojo No idea who this is but I hope he's not just trying to get a few extra retweets! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 31 July, 2014 Author Share Posted 31 July, 2014 There will be another signing today, apparently. Now this one will make my day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelman Posted 31 July, 2014 Share Posted 31 July, 2014 No idea who this is but I hope he's not just trying to get a few extra retweets! Part of me doesn't want him to come as I am enjoying the doom and gloom mongers incessant whinging. While it is understandable to whinge a bit, the continuous nature of it is boring/amusing/trite etc etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WealdSaint Posted 31 July, 2014 Share Posted 31 July, 2014 And another Ben Butterworth @Ben_SFC · 1m Marcos Rojo is at Staplewood Complex, just about to undergo a medical with Southampton. £16 million bid accepted. #SaintsFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 31 July, 2014 Author Share Posted 31 July, 2014 Sources in Portugal understand that Southampton are set to complete the signing of Sporting Lisbon left back, Marcos Rojo, imminently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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