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Transfer Rumour David Brekalo (2 Viewers)

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slowpoke

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #176
Brekalo looks like he could be a very good acquisition going on reports of him I see him more of a replacement for McFadzean so imo opinion we still need a LCB Robins has said he wants four more in so two CBs and an attacking midfield/striker along with young Ayari seems to fit the bill to me.
 
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PVA

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #177
slowpoke said:
Brekalo looks like he could be a very good acquisition going on reports of him I see him more of a replacement for McFadzean so imo opinion we still need a LCB Robins has said he wants four more in so two CBs and an attacking midfield/striker along with young Ayari seems to fit the bill to me.
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We aren't going to have 6 first team CBs, that'd be overstocked.
 
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shmmeee

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #178
PVA said:
We aren't going to have 6 first team CBs, that'd be overstocked.
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Franjly if Binks can’t get in ahead of a right footer May as well Adamarola him now.
 

capel & collindridge

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #179
shmmeee said:
Frankly if Binks can’t get in ahead of a right footer May as well Adamarola him now.
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What has Binks done wrong? I think he may well be a surprise package. Someone we may rely on throughout the season.
 
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skybluecam

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #180
shmmeee said:
Franjly if Binks can’t get in ahead of a right footer May as well Adamarola him now.
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I thought Binks looked good vs Wimbledon, assured on the ball and wasn’t at fault for either goal.
 
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shmmeee

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #181
capel & collindridge said:
What has Binks done wrong? I think he may well be a surprise package. Someone we may rely on throughout the season.
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I dunno I’m not Robins. But you’d want a left footer to make that position his. Maybe he’ll do a Doyle and come good as he settles.
 

Covcraig@bury

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #182
We need to sign him first
 
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slowpoke

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #183
PVA said:
We aren't going to have 6 first team CBs, that'd be overstocked.
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Well taking into account McFadz age he is short term we had FIVE last season, counting McFadzean we also had McNally, Doyle, Rose, & Panzo what’s the difference ?
 

SlowerThanPlatt

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #184
slowpoke said:
Well taking into account McFadz age he is short term and we had FIVE last season, McNally, Doyle, McFadz, Rose, & Panzo what’s the difference ?
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3 starting and 2 on the bench, another one means a dropping a midfielder or striker who are more likely to be used, not to mention waste of resources anyway
 

mmttww

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #185
shmmeee said:
Franjly...
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Have you started typing in Dutch now?
 
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slowpoke

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #186
SlowerThanPlatt said:
3 starting and 2 on the bench, another one means a dropping a midfielder or striker who are more likely to be used, not to mention waste of resources anyway
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You do realise there’s 9 subs this season ? 8 outfield, plenty of times last season we had Rose & Panzo on the bench together.
 

SlowerThanPlatt

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #187
slowpoke said:
You do realise there’s 9 subs this season ? 8 outfield, plenty of times last season we had Rose & Panzo on the bench together.
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Yes I’m aware and advocating for five. You said you want to sign two more on top of the four we have making six Rupert
 

baldy

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #188
PVA said:
We aren't going to have 6 first team CBs, that'd be overstocked.
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2 for every position equals 6
 

slowpoke

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #189
SlowerThanPlatt said:
Yes I’m aware and advocating for five. You said you want to sign two more on top of the four we have making six Rupert
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Thankfully I don’t think the manager agrees with you but let’s break the six you say down, one is clearly on his last legs, another is a loan, another is an international cdm I suspect could end up there, not much coming through.
 

slowpoke

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #190
slowpoke said:
Thankfully I don’t think the manager agrees with you but let’s break the six you say down, one is clearly on his last legs, another is a loan, another is an international cdm I suspect could end up there, not much coming through, we need more imo.
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Skybluedownunder

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #191
JimmyHillsbeard said:
That is the most Ljubljana accent ever.
But my word what an attitude from both him and the club interviewer.

Decent, probing questions and candid , honest answers. All conducted in a second language of the Norwegian journo and Slovenian footballer.

I really really hope he comes, just so he can be asked what first attracted him to Covuntree and if he’s buzzin to finally get it done.
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Our brummie interviewer is soooooo bad


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PVA

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #192
slowpoke said:
Well taking into account McFadz age he is short term we had FIVE last season, counting McFadzean we also had McNally, Doyle, Rose, & Panzo what’s the difference ?
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Whats the difference? One is 5 CBs and one is 6 CBs. That's different.
 
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PVA

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #193
baldy said:
2 for every position equals 6
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Yes, but we aren't going to have 6 first team CBs. It would be a waste.

Bidwell can be the 6th CB rather than signing another to play almost no minutes.
 

David O'Day

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #194
shmmeee said:
Franjly if Binks can’t get in ahead of a right footer May as well Adamarola him now.
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LOL
 

SkyBlue_Bear83

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #195
I know it hasn't been said but i think Binks must have been loaned with a view to a permanent if he impresses
 
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Hobo

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #196
shmmeee said:
Franjly if Binks can’t get in ahead of a right footer May as well Adamarola him now.
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I think it is just a case of bedding players in. McFadz is the only one from last season out of 3 centre backs and two wing backs. No reason to chop and change every week the way we have been playing.

Binks will get plenty of chances during the season.

It is ridiculous how fans want squad depth, but when someone doesn't play in first three games they question why they are here?

In my opinion too much is being made of the need for left footers or right footers. Having played on both sides in defence it makes little difference. Unless of course your weaker foot is just to stop you falling over? As long as you can hack a clearance out of defence with your left and pass accurately over 10-15 ft with your left....it really isn't a problem.
 
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Matt smith

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #197
Hobo said:
I think it is just a case of bedding players in. McFadz is the only one from last season out of 3 centre backs and two wing backs. No reason to chop and change every week the way we have been playing.

Binks will get plenty of chances during the season.

It is ridiculous how fans want squad depth, but when someone doesn't play in first three games they question why they are here?

In my opinion too much is being made of the need for left footers or right footers. Having played on both sides in defence it makes little difference. Unless of course your weaker foot is just to stop you falling over? As long as you can hack a clearance out of defence with your left and pass accurately over 10-15 ft with your left....it really isn't a problem.
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Hit the nail on the head with that third comment
 

slowpoke

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #198
PVA said:
Yes, but we aren't going to have 6 first team CBs. It would be a waste.

Bidwell can be the 6th CB rather than signing another to play almost no minutes.
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We had 5 last season plus Bidwell.
 

fatso

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  • Aug 24, 2023
  • #199
shmmeee said:
Franjly if Binks can’t get in ahead of a right footer May as well Adamarola him now.
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Binks is on loan, wouldn't be ideal to not give Lats a chance before using a loan.
IMHO.

I'm sure we will need Binks at some stage, if only to give Fadz a rest.
 
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Houdi

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #200
capel & collindridge said:
What has Binks done wrong? I think he may well be a surprise package. Someone we may rely on throughout the season.
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Indeed, although we have only got his highlights video to go on, so clearly not totally conclusive , but he does look pretty impressive for a left sided defensive player. On the surface he has all the attributes to be a top defender, pace, height 6' 3'' ,aggression and can seemingly ping 60+ yards passes with ease.
The trouble is you can never know how many injuries and suspensions we are going to suffer, and of course squad depth is important, but having too big a squad can also create problems if some players don't get significant game time.
Up to the New Year we only have league games with no cup distractions, so I am not sure we need anymore than maybe 1 more central defender to the squad.
 

Torquay Sky Blue

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #201
Hobo said:
I think it is just a case of bedding players in. McFadz is the only one from last season out of 3 centre backs and two wing backs. No reason to chop and change every week the way we have been playing.

Binks will get plenty of chances during the season.

It is ridiculous how fans want squad depth, but when someone doesn't play in first three games they question why they are here?

In my opinion too much is being made of the need for left footers or right footers. Having played on both sides in defence it makes little difference. Unless of course your weaker foot is just to stop you falling over? As long as you can hack a clearance out of defence with your left and pass accurately over 10-15 ft with your left....it really isn't a problem.
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Hyam was awful on the left side of defence and only played well on his natural right. Rose was awful on either side
 
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PVA

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #202
slowpoke said:
We had 5 last season plus Bidwell.
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Yes exactly.

And Bidwell didn't play a single game at CB last season and our 5th CB didn't make the matchday squad for the last 3 months of the season.

So why would we have 6 CBs this year? Especially as Bidwell is now 2nd choice LWB so is more available to play CB if we really need him to.
 
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Deleted member 9744

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #203
Torquay Sky Blue said:
Hyam was awful on the left side of defence and only played well on his natural right. Rose was awful on either side
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Neither of these statements is true.
 
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Deity

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #204
To my mind the decision depends on whether Robins,having now worked with Binks for a few weeks, thinks he is instantly ready to come in.
If he doesn’t then I would bring another left sided central defender in.
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #205
Deity said:
To my mind the decision depends on whether Robins,having now worked with Binks for a few weeks, thinks he is instantly ready to come in.
If he doesn’t then I would bring another left sided central defender in.
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Another central defender is needed regardless if the plan is to move McF out of the side.
 
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Deleted member 5849

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #206
It's a big assumption that Bidwell will still be here to cover anywhere
 
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JimmyHillsbeard

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #207
We might have a Viking lurker! Welcome Knut…


 
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Brighton Sky Blue

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #208
JimmyHillsbeard said:
We might have a Viking lurker! Welcome Knut…


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Is ‘nedtelling’ the Norwegian for ‘Bing Chilling’?
 

shmmeee

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #209
Brighton Sky Blue said:
Is ‘nedtelling’ the Norwegian for ‘Bing Chilling’?
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“Coventry fans wondering what to do with six centrebacks”
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

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  • Aug 25, 2023
  • #210
shmmeee said:
“Coventry fans wondering what to do with six centrebacks”
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I knew the ‘Vikingbrains’ burner account looked suspicious
 
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