Window Cleaner Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 It's a massive, massive ask expecting to him step in and be an automatic starting CB. Would be happy if we signed or took on loan a 2nd CB to be on the safe side. In fact the only thing to do now is wait and see how we get on on Sunday and then recalibrate our last 2 weeks of the window targets. Don't think panic buying "maybe" Roumanian CBs is the way to go, then again for 5 million £ what difference can it make, if he's better than Jos it's a step forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelman Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 It's a massive, massive ask expecting to him step in and be an automatic starting CB. On paper it's a downgrade on Lovren. I agree, what on earth is Koeman doing and what does he know about football Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNOWY Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Has he got pace? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Has he got pace? ...and is he hungry?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torsaint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Yep. Will be there. Had to go to Wedding Anniversary in Durham on Saturday. Hope you are well too.Only trying to disperse some of the gloom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint IQ Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Has he got pace? fairly slow apparently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRobbie Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 It's a massive, massive ask expecting to him step in and be an automatic starting CB. On paper it's a downgrade on Lovren. Would be happy if we signed or took on loan a 2nd CB to be on the safe side. True, but an upgrade to Yoshida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 True, but an upgrade to Yoshida. Who actually knows that..honestly. Never seen him play myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxstone Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 It's a massive, massive ask expecting to him step in and be an automatic starting CB. On paper it's a downgrade on Lovren. Would be happy if we signed or took on loan a 2nd CB to be on the safe side. As it turns out perhaps, but last summer we had no clue as to how good Lovren was either. He was a CB but largely rotting as an "in/out" player at Lyon and was not even guaranteed to be a number one choice for his country either - That Schildenhaeur bloke seemed to be ahead of him at the time. But as we know he turned into a fine player for us. No reason to beleive Gardos would not do so either - Lets face it does anybody on here know his play better than they knew Lovrens when he played for Lyon?? Not too many takers there I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben05 Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 the lowdown from my Romanian work colleague - "Gardos would be good for the premier league I think. He's good in the air, he's relatively techincal (not as much as Chiriches, but doesn't take that many risks either). A tall and dominating player. He's been injured for a few weeks though, and has been sent off for a couple of nasty fouls, so he can lose his cool. I hope he'll stay though, we need him in the champions league" Based on nothing whatsoever I've got a feeling this guy could be a real find. Then again, I thought that Oscar Gobern would develop into a world beater. It would be great to have someone nailed down next to Jose at the back. Unlikely to feature against Lpool, but if he does sign we need him and Jose to strike up a partnership rather quickly. We need all the points we can get from our relatively 'easy' games at the start of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 the lowdown from my Romanian work colleague - "Gardos would be good for the premier league I think. He's good in the air, he's relatively techincal (not as much as Chiriches, but doesn't take that many risks either). A tall and dominating player. He's been injured for a few weeks though, and has been sent off for a couple of nasty fouls, so he can lose his cool. I hope he'll stay though, we need him in the champions league" Based on nothing whatsoever I've got a feeling this guy could be a real find. Then again, I thought that Oscar Gobern would develop into a world beater. It would be great to have someone nailed down next to Jose at the back. Unlikely to feature against Lpool, but if he does sign we need him and Jose to strike up a partnership rather quickly. We need all the points we can get from our relatively 'easy' games at the start of the season. Without doubting your colleagues judgement many do just not realise how good you need to be to play in the PL. The only real test is playing in it. With the deart of good CBs just one capable of performing correctly week in week out in the PL for 5 million £ will be a real find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben05 Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Without doubting your colleagues judgement many do just not realise how good you need to be to play in the PL. The only real test is playing in it. With the deart of good CBs just one capable of performing correctly week in week out in the PL for 5 million £ will be a real find. Totally agree - worth noting my mate is a big Steaua fan, so likely to be bias! My colleague said he wouldn't be able to chose between Gardos and Chiriches when watching them both for Steaua, so maybe thats a benchmark for his 'quality'. That saying I've hardly seen anythig of Chiriches Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordHester Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Without doubting your colleagues judgement many do just not realise how good you need to be to play in the PL. The only real test is playing in it. With the deart of good CBs just one capable of performing correctly week in week out in the PL for 5 million £ will be a real find. Without doubting your judgement, I'd suggest that Koemann might know a thing or two about what to look for in a central defender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Without doubting your judgement, I'd suggest that Koemann might know a thing or two about what to look for in a central defender. you mean, the transfer committee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Billy Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 fairly slow apparently ...and is he hungry?? Is he slow because he is always hungry? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asaint4ever Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Fourth official claiming it's a done deal? @FourthOfficial_: Breaking: Southampton have signed Steaua Bucharest defender Florin Gardos #SaintsFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Looks a decent signing, need another one to go with him, that would add competition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killers Knee Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Without doubting your colleagues judgement many do just not realise how good you need to be to play in the PL. The only real test is playing in it. With the deart of good CBs just one capable of performing correctly week in week out in the PL for 5 million £ will be a real find. At that price i'd suggest our much celebrated scouting network has unearthed another rough diamond. I'd worry if he was around the £12-15m mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InvictaSaint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Fourth official claiming it's a done deal? @FourthOfficial_: Breaking: Southampton have signed Steaua Bucharest defender Florin Gardos #SaintsFC Usually pretty reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 At that price i'd suggest our much celebrated scouting network has unearthed another rough diamond. I'd worry if he was around the £12-15m mark. Yep, I'm hoping they've found one,and he develops into a player more of the Lovren standard than Liptak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teacher Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 On SSN Transfer Centre: 16:22 We are hearing that Romanian defender Florin Gardos, currently on the books of Steaua Bucharest, is undergoing a medical at Southampton and is poised to become Ronald Koeman's sixth summer signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killers Knee Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Yep, I'm hoping they've found one,and he develops into a player more of the Lovren standard than Liptak. Christ, i'd forgot about him, and there was Forren as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crowds Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 On SSN Transfer Centre: 16:22 We are hearing that Romanian defender Florin Gardos, currently on the books of Steaua Bucharest, is undergoing a medical at Southampton and is poised to become Ronald Koeman's sixth summer signing. heard this also not via sky though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 This would be truly excellent news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadhall Saint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Don't know why but I get the feeling this bloke will be good. Remember thinking when we played Steaua that their players were all technically good - just hope that hasn't changed over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcjwills Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Are we expecting a 10 pm announcement? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoPints Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Is he slow because he is always hungry? He wants to get over to the prepayments for food thread then. Means he can get is food without having to be quick to get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Nice to see SSN catching up - K,Billy said he had a medical on friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneawol Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazlo78 Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 Genuine, proper LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farawaysaint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 The forum is famous and some of you even get quoted, go you lucky buggers you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InvictaSaint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Gardoş just waiting for a sign from his agent, who is in England to go to Southampton to visit medical and... More Swap to RomanianGardoş just waiting for a sign from his agent, who is in England to go to Southampton to visit medical and sign a contract for five seasons with the "Saints" Florin Garda (25) is very close to a transfer to Southampton, the team who finished in 8th place in the Premier League last season, but this season has a new coach, Ronald Koeman, which binds hopes more a high performance. The agent representing the Romanian defender is almost a week in England, but the talks confirmed the Dutch technician, not initial the paper and yet, as Southampton also seeks another footballer, Marcos Rojo (24), Argentine who impressed at the World Cup this year in Brazil, where national vice out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 It quotes this thread. Journalism at its very best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 SWF in Romanian papers...? Cant get much bigger than that Steve, time to close this thing down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ART Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 ...and is he hungry?? I see that he was born in Satu Mare in Transylvania, home to Count Dracula. Suarez likes to take a bite now and then, so can we believe Florin likes to suck..............blood!!! Some say that Transylvania sits on one of Earth's strongest magnetic fields and its people have extra-sensory perception. Vampires are believed to hang around crossroads on St. George's Day, April 23, and the eve of St. Andrew, November 29. The area is also home to Bram Stoker's Dracula, and it's easy to get caught up in the tale while driving along winding roads through dense, dark, ancient forests and over mountain passes. Dracula is literally translated in Gaelic as Drac Ullah meaning bad blood. Tales of the supernatural had been circulating in Romanian folklore for centuries when Irish writer Bram Stoker picked up the thread and spun it into a golden tale of ghoulishness that has never been out of print since its first publication in 1897. To research his immortal tale, Stoker immersed himself in the history, lore and legends of Transylvania, which he called a “whirlpool for the imagination.” Count Dracula, a fictional character in the Dracula novel, was inspired by one of the best-known figures of Romanian history, Vlad Dracula, nicknamed Vlad Tepes (Vlad the Impaler), who was the ruler of Walachia at various times from 1456-1462. Born in 1431 in Sighisoara, he resided all his adult life in Walachia, except for periods of imprisonment at Pest and Visegrad (in Hungary) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toon Saint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 Brilliant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 That article is incredible Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 Hilarious gutted they didn't quote any of my outstanding posts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ART Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Brilliant. The Forum is famous now Gardoş just waiting for a sign from his agent, who is in England , to go to Southampton to visit medical and sign a contract for five seasons with the "Saints" Florin Garda (25) is very close to a transfer to Southampton, the team who finished in 8th place in the Premier League last season, but this season has a new coach, Ronald Koeman, which binds hopes more a high performance. The agent representing the Romanian defender is almost a week in England, but the talks confirmed the Dutch technician, not initial the paper and yet, as Southampton also seeks another footballer, Marcos Rojo (24), Argentine who impressed at the World Cup this year in Brazil , where national vice out. Sporting refused the first offer for Rojo. He put "devil" tail The good news is that Sporting Lisbon fence yet refused the offer of 9.5 million pounds (about 12 million) for The International Argentine national who left fullback was used, but the club team has developed the most Central defender marking. It's hard to believe that Southampton will offer more, because Ronald Koeman said recently that he does not like to bid. In addition, Manchester United seems to have entered on the line and blow it on Rojo "Saints". Rojo was one of the defenders who stood out in the latest edition of the World Cup "He broke the leg of an opponent. Welcome, Florin!" Southampton's fans forum, http://www.saintsweb.co.uk , created a topic named Romanian football player. Opinions are divided. Fans would be more satisfied if Koeman would bring Rojo "would prefer cheaper solution called guard". But the novel, which would cost, according to British media, just over 5.6 million, enjoys the support of other British. "Guard seems a useful footballer and always liked surprising transfers. Can anything good come out of it, "commented" Palstic ". Someone with the nickname "Saint Fan Cam" reminded others Very Happy and ugly episode Fence: "It should remember that in 2011, the fence was suspended 10 games because he broke an opponent's leg. Florin, welcome to Saint Mary (No - the name of the stadium that evolves "Saints"). " Another admired his physique impressed fence measuring 1.94 meters, and exclaimed, "It looks like a beast." Another supporter, "Foxstone" commented: "It is Romanian? That means you are happy with the ball at his feet and has some technical. I think that's good, right? I know nothing about it but just did not know any about Lovren (note - this summer bought Liverpool 20 million pounds - about 25.2 million euros). " 4.5 million pounds, the equivalent of 5.67 million euros, is the number of clearance transfer Southampton discussing English press Florin Gardoş Age: 25 years Post: can perform either a central defender or midfielder closing Height: 1.94 m. Romanian National: 1 2 selections / 0 goals Marcos Rojo Age: 24 years Post: can perform either a central defender or left fullback Height: 1.89 m. Nation Argentina: 28 selections / 1 goal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shurlock Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 It quotes this thread. Journalism at its very best! At least, its honest about its sources. The Echo could learn a thing or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Hello our Romanian friends I liked hadgi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Abroad Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 http://www.prosport.ro/fotbal-intern/liga-1/pare-o-bestie-ce-spun-fanii-lui-southampton-despre-transferul-lui-gardos-argentinianul-rojo-rival-pentru-stelist-13070363 As great as it is to read English translations of these articles, imagine how hilarious it must have been for them to translate this site into Romanian. How do you translate "bedwetting" into Romanian? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grezz Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Hello our Romanian friends I liked hadgi You're stuck somewhere between Romania and Morocco there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ART Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 All agreed and ready to sign according to the Mail http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2722306/Florin-Gardos-agrees-Southampton-switch-Ronald-Koeman-ramps-transfer-plans.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490 Florin Gardos agrees Southampton switch as Ronald Koeman ramps up transfer plans Saints set to wrap up signing of £6million Steaua Bucharest defender Gardos will replace Dejan Lovren after he quit St Mary's to join Liverpool Ronald Koeman also interested in landing Lazio defender Senad Lulic By Simon Jones Published: 21:20 GMT, 11 August 2014 | Updated: 23:20 GMT, 11 August 2014 Southampton have agreed terms with Florin Gardos ahead of his £6million move from Steaua Bucharest. The 25-year-old centre-back has undergone his medical at St Mary's and will replace Dejan Lovren, who signed for Liverpool in a £20m deal last month. Southampton bound: Florin Gardos has agreed a £6m switch to St Maty's +3 Southampton bound: Florin Gardos has agreed a £6m switch to St Maty's Champions League experience: Gardos tries in vain to stop Demba Ba scoring for Chelsea in 2013 +3 Champions League experience: Gardos tries in vain to stop Demba Ba scoring for Chelsea in 2013 Gardos has made 122 appearances for Bucharest during his four years at the club and has also been capped 11 times by Romania. Meanwhile, Saints boss Ronald Koeman has also enquired about Lazio defender Senad Lulic, 28, as his bid to sign Marcos Rojo from Sporting Lisbon continues to stall. Koeman will also increase his bid for Leeds right-back Sam Byram with the West Yorkshire club rejecting an initial offer in the region of £4.5million for their player. Busy: Saints boss Ronald Koeman is stepping up his squad rebuilding at St Mary's +3 Busy: Saints boss Ronald Koeman is stepping up his squad rebuilding at St Mary's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
for_heaven's_Saint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 I wonder if my 'beast' post was lost in translation a tad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polaroid Saint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Southampton bound: Florin Gardos has agreed a £6m switch to St Maty's Yes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farawaysaint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Yes! Local pub? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorgiesaint Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 All agreed and ready to sign according to the Mail http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2722306/Florin-Gardos-agrees-Southampton-switch-Ronald-Koeman-ramps-transfer-plans.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490 Ronald Koeman also interested in landing Lazio defender Senad Lulic Left back or left winger? Suppose it beats getting a right winger from Rome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 The Forum is famous now Gardoş just waiting for a sign from his agent, who is in England , to go to Southampton to visit medical and sign a contract for five seasons with the "Saints" Florin Garda (25) is very close to a transfer to Southampton, the team who finished in 8th place in the Premier League last season, but this season has a new coach, Ronald Koeman, which binds hopes more a high performance. The agent representing the Romanian defender is almost a week in England, but the talks confirmed the Dutch technician, not initial the paper and yet, as Southampton also seeks another footballer, Marcos Rojo (24), Argentine who impressed at the World Cup this year in Brazil , where national vice out. Sporting refused the first offer for Rojo. He put "devil" tail The good news is that Sporting Lisbon fence yet refused the offer of 9.5 million pounds (about 12 million) for The International Argentine national who left fullback was used, but the club team has developed the most Central defender marking. It's hard to believe that Southampton will offer more, because Ronald Koeman said recently that he does not like to bid. In addition, Manchester United seems to have entered on the line and blow it on Rojo "Saints". Rojo was one of the defenders who stood out in the latest edition of the World Cup "He broke the leg of an opponent. Welcome, Florin!" Southampton's fans forum, http://www.saintsweb.co.uk , created a topic named Romanian football player. Opinions are divided. Fans would be more satisfied if Koeman would bring Rojo "would prefer cheaper solution called guard". But the novel, which would cost, according to British media, just over 5.6 million, enjoys the support of other British. "Guard seems a useful footballer and always liked surprising transfers. Can anything good come out of it, "commented" Palstic ". Someone with the nickname "Saint Fan Cam" reminded others Very Happy and ugly episode Fence: "It should remember that in 2011, the fence was suspended 10 games because he broke an opponent's leg. Florin, welcome to Saint Mary (No - the name of the stadium that evolves "Saints"). " Another admired his physique impressed fence measuring 1.94 meters, and exclaimed, "It looks like a beast." Another supporter, "Foxstone" commented: "It is Romanian? That means you are happy with the ball at his feet and has some technical. I think that's good, right? I know nothing about it but just did not know any about Lovren (note - this summer bought Liverpool 20 million pounds - about 25.2 million euros). " 4.5 million pounds, the equivalent of 5.67 million euros, is the number of clearance transfer Southampton discussing English press Florin Gardoş Age: 25 years Post: can perform either a central defender or midfielder closing Height: 1.94 m. Romanian National: 1 2 selections / 0 goals Marcos Rojo Age: 24 years Post: can perform either a central defender or left fullback Height: 1.89 m. Nation Argentina: 28 selections / 1 goal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ART Posted 11 August, 2014 Share Posted 11 August, 2014 Yes! St Matty Le Tiss!!!!!!!!!!Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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