saintant Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 hour ago, SuperSAINT said: Wow! Yes please. Big, powerful, athletic and quick. This guy looks just what we need in midfield and could make a huge difference. Loves a tackle and won't get bullied due to his physique. Carries the ball well and looks to relish a battle which he'll get playing for us. Hope we get this over the line because we haven't had this type of player since maybe Wanyama. Get it done Saints. Exciting news at last. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvSFC Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Definitely a risk, but I think every striker we could afford was always going to be. Shown he's had talent before and at least scored a few goals already in the Premier League, now up to us to get him to reach that potential. Definitely more mobile than Adams, isn't the holding the ball up type and has the ability to run with the ball, which many of our current lot lack. He was a good finisher at Middlesbrough. Has a good celebration also, as it links to his surname. Wonder if Villa will include a buy back in this deal. Wait days for any reliable rumours and two come in one evening from a great source! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNSUN Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Well we were promised 2 in by the Newcastle game… Ugochukwu and Archer. Cutting it flaming close though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpweySaint Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 6 minutes ago, Badger said: A hulking centre forward …. Probably more what we need. I would like one to give us the chance to mix up our build up play but arguably they wouldn’t be the best fit for our system. Presuming we play on the break a bit more this season a yard of pace may not hurt. Off the ball movement is massive for any forward in our set up. If (giant, whopping, huge IF) Stewart gets fits he offers a bit of a combination of physicality while not exactly being slow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Two players in two positions we need players in, what is this magic? 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 5 minutes ago, skintsaint said: I hate Archers - The Archers and Jeffrey Archer. All deceitful cowards. I've just realised that only applies to Archers and Jeffrey Archer, not The Archers which to be fair are a mixed bag. Not a fan of Archers peach schnapps personally. Hopefully this one won't leave the same bad aftertaste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 minute ago, UpweySaint said: I would like one to give us the chance to mix up our build up play but arguably they wouldn’t be the best fit for our system. Presuming we play on the break a bit more this season a yard of pace may not hurt. Off the ball movement is massive for any forward in our set up. If (giant, whopping, huge IF) Stewart gets fits he offers a bit of a combination of physicality while not exactly being slow. We’re both assuming of course that Tall Paul won’t step up to fill the role. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErwinK1961 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Hmm, not sure what to make of the Archer deal. Not the greatest time at Sheff U, but hard to judge many people in that team, they were just dire. Did well at Boro and am sure I’ve read he had a decent pre season. Hopefully not too pricey, thought this might have been a loan but sounds like it’s permanent. Good news is it still leaves a free loan slot, bad news is less money for an O’Riley type. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild-saint Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 On 13/08/2024 at 15:24, wild-saint said: Im hearing Cameron Archer on loan. They are all a little slow off the mark #ITKwatch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintwbu Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 (edited) New GK and attacking midfielder, with these two as well, and i’d probably say i’m pretty happy. That’d be 12 signings, probably 9 of whom could end up being regular starters throughout the season - not sure we could expect much more than that realistically. Whether it’s enough, only time will tell, but i’d be satisfied with the effort. Would also hopefully leave room for Dibling in particular, but also Sam Amo, to be involved as we haven’t added too much competition in their positions - particularly in wide areas, where i’d say there is an opportunity to cement a place across the season. Edited August 15 by saintwbu 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry_SFC Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 (edited) 5 minutes ago, ErwinK1961 said: Hmm, not sure what to make of the Archer deal. Not the greatest time at Sheff U, but hard to judge many people in that team, they were just dire. Did well at Boro and am sure I’ve read he had a decent pre season. Hopefully not too pricey, thought this might have been a loan but sounds like it’s permanent. Good news is it still leaves a free loan slot, bad news is less money for an O’Riley type. My Sheffield United supporting mate reckons both Archer and BBD are decent signings for us and were two of their better players last season (not hard I know) Edited August 15 by Harry_SFC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_lambden Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Slightly surprised Villa are letting Archer go permanently - he's had an excellent pre-season for them (scored in 3 separate games) but I guess he's not going to get in ahead of Watkins and Duran in a one striker system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Is Archer actually better than AA (when played up the middle)? Not entirely sure. He doesn't have the physical presence to play up top on his own. Not entirely sure he's electric quick either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsaint1 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Even if we bring Archer in, we still need another striker. We've let Adams leave and Tall Paul/Mara could be on their way as well. One to maybe keep an eye on is Ioannidis from Panathinaikos. We were linked earlier in the week and they've just been knocked out of the EL qualifiers so may need to cash in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarehamSaintJames Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 The Chelsea lad sounds encouraging, one of their many children in their vast school of a squad. Cameron Archer, no idea what to expect, I just hope we don’t pay stupid money. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSA96 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Saints in advanced talks with Strasbourg over Sekou Mara, deal expected to be a loan 15 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Scott Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 6 minutes ago, woodsaint1 said: Even if we bring Archer in, we still need another striker. We've let Adams leave and Tall Paul/Mara could be on their way as well. One to maybe keep an eye on is Ioannidis from Panathinaikos. We were linked earlier in the week and they've just been knocked out of the EL qualifiers so may need to cash in French media reporting Strasbourg are in advanced talks with us for Mara 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefizzy14 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Ugochukwu is a really exciting signing, a powerful defensive midfield player. Quality bit of business. Archer is a good signing too permanently, scores goals and is highly rated. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintNewForest Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 minute ago, Saint Scott said: French media reporting Strasbourg are in advanced talks with us for Mara Fantastic news to top off a good evening. Now we're cooking (as the twitterati say...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Stu Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 24 minutes ago, HarvSFC said: Has a good celebration also, as it links to his surname. Tadanari Lee did it better. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 hour ago, Lighthouse said: I love these vague, ‘I know something but I’m not going to give any details’ posts. Far preferable to the "I know nothing but I'm going to say it anyway" posts 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Katalinic's 'tache Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 On 14/08/2024 at 21:31, Ivan Katalinic's 'tache said: So, as things stand the “1 or 2 players before the weekend” feels a little unlikely unless we’re keeping something very under the radar given Russ’s remarks about Fraser and O’Riley today? What the hell do I know?! Welcome Cameron and the second coming of Big Les… 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Saints Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 10 minutes ago, CSA96 said: Saints in advanced talks with Strasbourg over Sekou Mara, deal expected to be a loan Thank fuck for that 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Marky Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 hour ago, Mr Brightside said: Jeez you’re good! Right. She’s a northern lass called Lesley, saying to her mate, whose turn it is next, “you go, chuck”, whilst making a “w” sign with her arms and a “u” with the rope. Took me a while, but I got there (stupidly thought you meant Oliver Skipp for a while 🤦♂️). Careful, he’s a delicate little flower, who likes to give it out in, but not so good in getting it back, think he might be going through a breakdown, so please don’t challenge his COT credentials, he takes that very seriously, just chuck him some smileys to cheer him up, that’s what I do, bless him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verlaine1979 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 At least Archer strikes the ball well with either foot. A bit of a rarity. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 34 minutes ago, Chez said: Not a fan of Archers peach schnapps personally. Hopefully this one won't leave the same bad aftertaste. Top 3 archers Jofra Archer Gem Archer Robin Hood 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 3 minutes ago, verlaine1979 said: At least Archer strikes the ball well with either foot. A bit of a rarity. Lets hope he doesn’t have a bow in his legs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osvaldorama Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 I don’t care if either are any good, I’m just glad we get some rumours again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodymatt Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 I thought of Archer as an achievable option and think he’s probably as good as we can expect for our budget on a permanent. I’d imagine if we played Archer, Arma and BBD it could be a very fluid front 3 as all can play wide and central. Lesley looks like a big, strong and powerful unit that can pass the ball well. Seems like the perfect attributes that we needed to add to our midfield. Ipswich did well to get Phillips but this could be a signing that is equally as important. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obelisk Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 minute ago, Osvaldorama said: I don’t care if either are any good, I’m just glad we get some rumours again It's been a while. Have to admire those that keep the discussion going when nothing is happening though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 20 minutes ago, The Cat said: Far preferable to the "I know nothing but I'm going to say it anyway" posts Loose lips sink ships 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarehamSaintJames Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 34 minutes ago, CSA96 said: Saints in advanced talks with Strasbourg over Sekou Mara, deal expected to be a loan Probably the biggest news of the night 😁 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarehamSaintJames Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Aaron Ramsdale on loan in a couple of weeks 👀😉 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convict Colony Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 36 minutes ago, Turkish said: Top 3 archers Jofra Archer Gem Archer Robin Hood we classifying William Tell as archer as he's pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convict Colony Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 (edited) 1 hour ago, Saint Scott said: French media reporting Strasbourg are in advanced talks with us for Mara honestly this will be interesting to watch as its make or break for him. he should play alot i'd guess so hopefully he develops, its chelsea's 2nd club so they have a load of their players there so quality should be high. not sure who the coach is now viera was sacked (edit its Liam Rosenoir !!!!) but i bet they get someone who wants to play ball. I can see this Chelsea relationship really benefiting us, we will never compete with them but play a similar style so might get access to players others wouldnt. Edited August 15 by Convict Colony 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat from Poole Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 hour ago, Saint Scott said: French media reporting Strasbourg are in advanced talks with us for Mara Strasbourg are a feeder club for Chelsea. There could be a link between the deal for Lesley and any deal for Mara. Not complaining, mind… 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotonjoe Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 1 hour ago, Badger said: A hulking centre forward …. Probably more what we need. Tall Paul? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintsFan86 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 https://twitter.com/Bluecoxtra/status/1824214511768768927?t=rFiP8VZGFS9viPh2rE9KzA&s=19 Sekou Mara is leaving on a permanent? €10/12Million. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintsFan86 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 10 minutes ago, SaintsFan86 said: https://twitter.com/Bluecoxtra/status/1824214511768768927?t=rFiP8VZGFS9viPh2rE9KzA&s=19 Sekou Mara is leaving on a permanent? €10/12Million. Something to note about Mara, The money brought in is pure profit. Also the remaining payments out of Saints for his signature sre null in void. Because Bordeaux no longer exist. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Matty 76 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Feels a bit too good to be true that! Mara £10m, Alcaraz £20m and ABK £12m are all good figures for three players who weren’t going to be heavily in RM’s plans. Let’s hope Tall Paul can round that number up to an even £50m, and most importantly that we can reinvest and give ourselves some chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSA96 Posted August 15 Share Posted August 15 Maybe that's why Sekou tweeted the eyes emoji today then 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamilton Saint Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 4 hours ago, skintsaint said: I hate Archers - The Archers and Jeffrey Archer. All deceitful cowards. I've just realised that only applies to Archers and Jeffrey Archer, not The Archers which to be fair are a mixed bag. These are good Archers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 19 hours ago, Jeremy Corbyn said: At the very least Onuachu should be effective for the Wout Wghorst 1-0 down with 15 to play role. And then when he doesn't win us the game in that 15 minutes he gets slated. If he's being integrated he needs to be given proper chances, a run of 5 starts, get players actually playing to his strengths rather than expecting him to play a fast paced dynamic role where he covers the width of the pitch. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 3 hours ago, SaintsFan86 said: Something to note about Mara, The money brought in is pure profit. Because Bordeaux no longer exist. That's...not how that works. We still spent money on him originally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WALK DMC Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 6 hours ago, Chez said: Is Archer actually better than AA (when played up the middle)? Not entirely sure. He doesn't have the physical presence to play up top on his own. Not entirely sure he's electric quick either. I tend to agree, although he is renowned as a good finisher. Plus his goals in an awful Sheff U team was 4 in 29 games, which compares acceptably to Armstrong's 4 in 53 premier league games. He also has time on his side to improve. Personally can't wait to resign Frazer and to play the three of them up front, it would be the shortest front 3 in the history of the Premier league. I'm sure McCarthy would still hoof it randomly in their general direction (which would still probably be preferable to him playing it out from the back.....) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjii Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 7 hours ago, skintsaint said: I hate Archers - The Archers and Jeffrey Archer. All deceitful cowards. I've just realised that only applies to Archers and Jeffrey Archer, not The Archers which to be fair are a mixed bag. Aha!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 (edited) 6 hours ago, FarehamSaintJames said: The Chelsea lad sounds encouraging, one of their many children in their vast school of a squad. Cameron Archer, no idea what to expect, I just hope we don’t pay stupid money. Agree on both points, the Ugo bloke offers a physical presence in MF that we’ve lacked. Wonder if he and Downes will start together rather than one or other, perhaps Downes more advanced. Am fearing the fee for Archer if permanent. Shouldn’t be taking another expensive risk on a feint hope that he’ll improve and one day will be worth more. 7 hours ago, Chez said: Is Archer actually better than AA (when played up the middle)? Not entirely sure. He doesn't have the physical presence to play up top on his own. Not entirely sure he's electric quick either. Not quite sure where he fits in. Seems a shame that we have players who are able to get decent crosses in (Sugawara now) but sign another who probably won’t be able to make them count. Edited August 16 by Badger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 6 hours ago, davefizzy14 said: Ugochukwu is a really exciting signing, a powerful defensive midfield player. Quality bit of business. Archer is a good signing too permanently, scores goals and is highly rated. Yes, all four of them last season. Before anyone reminds us it was a poor Sheffield Utd, worth remembering BBD managed six in half a season. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 5 hours ago, Pat from Poole said: Strasbourg are a feeder club for Chelsea. There could be a link between the deal for Lesley and any deal for Mara. Not complaining, mind… Chelsea secretly want first dibs on Mara ?? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted August 16 Share Posted August 16 (edited) 7 hours ago, Chez said: Is Archer actually better than AA (when played up the middle)? Not entirely sure. He doesn't have the physical presence to play up top on his own. Not entirely sure he's electric quick either. Not sure about this one. Absolutely slated on the Sheffield United forum and hated. Edited August 16 by hypochondriac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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