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I am ripping on not just one but two seasons of me declaring that we’re in a relegation battle by October
I am ripping on not just one but two seasons of me declaring that we’re in a relegation battle by OctoberThis... This is a joke right?
Nothing so it seems, other then it being reported we bid it's gone quietHave we heard if Fulham have accepted our bid yet?
Least they have been reporting it as rejected like the othersNothing so it seems, other then it being reported we bid it's gone quiet
They don’t live in the outside world … they barely leave their bedroomsThe sheer amount of bedwetters every early season is an absolute joke - how do you all cope in the outside world if you're all panicking on this forum? Sad sad bastards
So far, no.Do you reckon Lampard’s happy with the window so far? I get that there’s still a little bit of time left but I’d expect him to have been backed a little more than he has so far, or is that not fair to say?
Maybe he’s sound with the squad as it is, but if I was in his shoes I’d have hoped the name “Lampard” would have a little more weight when it comes to signings and the owner, who specifically brought me in, would have given me a bit more free reign. I get that I’m completely speculating and we can’t say either way what’s going on behind closed doors, but it just feels very lethargic and sorta eerily quiet behind those doors.
Have we heard if Fulham have accepted our bid yet?
And Fulham will have the type of money we could only dream of to spend!!
I do honestly believe that the so called domino effect hasn’t quite happened in deals we needed to happen yet. Maybe we will end up playing in the loan market only? Going to be mighty interesting regardlessSo far, no.
By 1st September, probably yes.
Did I get told right at the barbers that Dovin's out for a lot longer than Xmas?Actually surprised we didn't. Be better for both club and player to get him regular gametime elsewhere.
He's not a terrible keeper, but his head and confidence had clearly gone at the end of last season and he's now fourth choice when Dovin is back.
don’t think FL has any specific pull from Chelsea anymore, completely different club now.Tyrique George still not gone anywhere. He’s out of the team completely for tonight. I know there was talk of interest from big teams in Prem/abroad but it does make you wonder what pull Lampard still has
Lampard certainly has an effect when attracting playersdon’t think FL has any specific pull from Chelsea anymore, completely different club now.
where I think he may help is getting players over the line, would grimes have come under robins? Maybe, maybe not…..
regards George, no chance we get him on loan!
Did I get told right at the barbers that Dovin's out for a lot longer than Xmas?
He has no reason to be unhappy.Do you reckon Lampard’s happy with the window so far? I get that there’s still a little bit of time left but I’d expect him to have been backed a little more than he has so far, or is that not fair to say?
Maybe he’s sound with the squad as it is, but if I was in his shoes I’d have hoped the name “Lampard” would have a little more weight when it comes to signings, and the owner, who specifically brought me in, would have given me a bit more free reign, maybe? Is it all Austin doing the work or does Lampard have some input? I get that I’m completely speculating and we can’t say either way what’s going on behind closed doors, but it just feels very lethargic and sorta eerily quiet behind those doors. (Hate this last minute waiting, just too much anticipation for me)
He's said himself he wants more players so he's clearly not happyHe has no reason to be unhappy.
When he came in it has been stated he was very happy with the squad he was taking over. We were 3 points above the relegation places. He took us to the playoffs getting the 4th highest amount of points from the time he took over. Two of the clubs that got more points, Leeds and Burnley, got the top 2 places. The other club, Sheffield United, are in total disarray.
In this time we've got rid of some deadwood and sold 1 player most agreed wasn't good enough. He has kept all of his best players so far. No signings have had to be made that are replacements. He has signed 4 players including Grimes who slotted straight in and KKH who's a very good prospect. Rushworth also came in who looks solid although some would like you to believe he is the same level as Collins.
We still have 10 days left to bring in other players. We have the money but won't make panic buys like Wrexham. We only have 1 loan so no restrictions there either. Look around the other Championship sides. There's not a lot to be jealous about.
Every manager wants more players. It doesn't mean they're unhappy if they don't get them if they get to keep all the players they want.He's said himself he wants more players so he's clearly not happy
He's said himself he wants more players so he's clearly not happy
I get you, agreed we are at a stage now where we need quality here and there rather than numbers. A top CB is crucial. But I'd be happy with a few players like Godo if the scouting has been done, could unearthed a gemTBF £1m on Vik was big money at the time. I think £1.3M on Hamer was the most we’d spend since Eastwood or something.
But we’re a different beast and inflation has happened so about £5m finger in the air is what an upgrade costs I reckon. If we got a single player who goes into the side similar to how Grimes, MvE, Rushworth, Thomas, Rudi, Wright all did then I’d be happy.
He has no reason to be unhappy.
When he came in it has been stated he was very happy with the squad he was taking over. We were 3 points above the relegation places. He took us to the playoffs getting the 4th highest amount of points from the time he took over. Two of the clubs that got more points, Leeds and Burnley, got the top 2 places. The other club, Sheffield United, are in total disarray.
In this time we've got rid of some deadwood and sold 1 player most agreed wasn't good enough. He has kept all of his best players so far. No signings have had to be made that are replacements.
We still have 10 days left to bring in other players. Look around the other Championship sides. There's not a lot to be jealous about.
I think the financial risk involved in trying to assemble a team that can challenge for autos is too great. The expenditure needed to get our squad there would be significant and then if you miss out, yes you're in the playoffs, but they are very unpredictable.I can’t argue with your points, I agree we’re in a decent position as a club, but I can’t help but feel like we could be doing a little more in order to really secure a top 2-4 place. Realistically we’ve tried quite a few times now to scrape through the play-offs and it hasn’t worked, with the quality we’ve got we should be aiming for top 2 and if that fails then at least we’re in the play-offs as a backup. Just having that extra bit of depth and quality will really make a difference, not just in where we finish in the table but also in play-off games if we do end up going through all that again.
I think waiting and getting good value for money is clearly great but there comes a point when you’re suddenly on the back foot, scrabbling around trying to find that bit of quality if knock-on deals from other clubs fall through. We’ll have a decent season either way, I’m not concerned for us as a club, but I’m not certain we’ll be promoted with the current team, it’s very possible just not as probable as it should be.
Every manager wants more players. It doesn't mean they're unhappy if they don't get them if they get to keep all the players they want.
As a minimum we obviously need another centre half and also a forward
Our flagship sigining is seemingly resigned to sitting on the bench which is very odd
So what do you suggest? Pay well over the odds, make a signing like Doyle to Wrexham or bring in players not good enough?I can’t argue with your points, I agree we’re in a decent position as a club, but I can’t help but feel like we could be doing a little more in order to really secure a top 2-4 place. Realistically we’ve tried quite a few times now to scrape through the play-offs and it hasn’t worked, with the quality we’ve got we should be aiming for top 2 and if that fails then at least we’re in the play-offs as a backup. Just having that extra bit of depth and quality will really make a difference, not just in where we finish in the table but also in play-off games if we do end up going through all that again.
I think waiting and getting good value for money is clearly great but there comes a point when you’re suddenly on the back foot, scrabbling around trying to find that bit of quality if knock-on deals from other clubs fall through. We’ll have a decent season either way, I’m not concerned for us as a club, but I’m not certain we’ll be promoted with the current team, it’s very possible just not as probable as it should be.
Well its KKH surelyWho have "you" nominated as our flagship signing?
Well its KKH surely
So what do you suggest? Pay well over the odds, make a signing like Doyle to Wrexham or bring in players not good enough?
More players should become available in the next 10 days. We should only bring in players that will improve us and also at the right price. We're not a rich club. Bring in loans if we have to.
Well its KKH surely
No apprently KKH is out CB cover. He can play thereWe need another CB minimum - it’s not even a debate and as Simms and Bassette seem frozen out another forward. It’s absurd to suggest another CB isn’t needed
Fortunately the manager agrees with meHe is a quality signing who has versatility. I don't think he was the only player who we have tried to sign or intended to sign.
You just constantly try and be devisive and disparaging to other posters opinions.
I repeat, you know no more about our transfer policy, aspirations or failures than the rest of us..
To me he is just a signing we have made and paid good money for and rightly so and offers versatility even if MVE doesn't leave.
As he was signed this season….
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