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Transfer Rumour Matty James (3 Viewers)

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Sick Boy

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #36
The other day I laughed at someone who suggested it. At this point, I wouldn’t be against it.
 
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Otis

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #37
wingy said:
Relevance of 42?
For those of us to dumb?
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The answer to life, the universe and everything.

Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy.
 
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shmmeee

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #38
Saddlebrains said:
Actually got some solid info on this

Was explored back in July but of course we had other targets

First contact made Thursday after it became clear Kasey was leaving, James is keen, would love to come back and play in front of Cov fans as didnt during Covid. Still speaks regularly to Sheaf and Eccles.

Doesn't want silly money, we would be looking around 12 -15 a week, 1 year deal with another in clubs favour

Robins is very keen and wants to get it done, Doug blocked it as he "doesn't fit the model".

The poor performance of Saturday happened, Robins has stated again he wants him. James still keen, kept himself fit and is ready to go.

Big test for me this I feel. If James comes in it shows Robins really does still hold the reins.

If he doesnt, that would point to Doug being the man with more say on transfers than Robins

In my view anyway. I'm sure il be told I hate Doug etc
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If Doug blocks him then next game at the CBS he has to play DM instead so we can all boo him
 
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Terry Gibson's perm

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #39
If he is going to come in get it done now so we can make sure he is match fit and maybe try to get him a bcd game in.
 
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CovLad94

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #40
Just what we are lacking, some experience in the midfield, would be smart move imo especially on a free for a year, hopefully gets done. DK is stupid if he blocks it
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #41
Saddlebrains said:
Actually got some solid info on this

Was explored back in July but of course we had other targets

First contact made Thursday after it became clear Kasey was leaving, James is keen, would love to come back and play in front of Cov fans as didnt during Covid. Still speaks regularly to Sheaf and Eccles.

Doesn't want silly money, we would be looking around 12 -15 a week, 1 year deal with another in clubs favour

Robins is very keen and wants to get it done, Doug blocked it as he "doesn't fit the model".

The poor performance of Saturday happened, Robins has stated again he wants him. James still keen, kept himself fit and is ready to go.

Big test for me this I feel. If James comes in it shows Robins really does still hold the reins.

If he doesnt, that would point to Doug being the man with more say on transfers than Robins

In my view anyway. I'm sure il be told I hate Doug etc
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Sounds about right from Robins point of view and with a few quid being saved after Palmer leaving us can see it being a goer
Oh and you hate Doug
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #42
Sick Boy said:
The other day I laughed at someone who suggested it. At this point, I wouldn’t be against it.
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Wouldn't have been my choice when the window was open but now would welcome him here for a season
 
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Saddlebrains

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #43
San Francisco said:
I'd take him in a heartbeat, especially if he's keen. Would be fantastic for the squad.
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He is mate, made it clear to Robins he would join in a heartbeat if Doug allows
 
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Kingokings204

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #44
Total no brainer isn’t it.
Lost godden fadz and Kelly and no one over 30 in. Disgraceful really.
Robins knew it too so it’s not all robins fault as we think.
 
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The Great Eastern

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #45
Got that album on vinyl. Played it to death when I bought it in the 70s. Initially banned in this country because of the Irene Papas track where shes friggin herself off to a drumbeat !
The track 'The Four Horsemen' contained a riff that, years later, the Verve copied but were never taken to court for.
Imo, Aphrodites Child were the Greek Pink Floyd. Both Demis Rousos and Van Gellis were the core members and produced a terrific sound. Sadly missed
wingy said:
Great album!
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shmmeee

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #46
It’s £750k or so investment to get the most out of the other £18m of the wage bill.
 
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fernandopartridge

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #47
I think King needs to be pragmatic about the model.
 
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Sky Blue Goblin

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #48
Saddlebrains said:
He is mate, made it clear to Robins he would join in a heartbeat if Doug allows
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Assume since this has now got out, there’s probably momentum towards him signing. If Doug has said no again surely they’d be no article.

Curiously do we know if Robins throws his weight around in regards to this as feel like he absolutely could and get his man with his stock.
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #49
fernandopartridge said:
I think King needs to be pragmatic about the model.
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Exactly . You look at Brighton and they signed Veltman , Welbeck and Milner . Balance is key
 
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Pezza

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #50
If we managed to get Matty James and John Egan (Yes I know I'm dreaming a bit here with the latter), we then have 2 really good, experienced pro's to support the rest of the squad, would be huge. Sheaf to then come back in, platform to build on and allows us to get going and build momentum.
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #51
Pezza said:
If we managed to get Matty James and John Egan (Yes I know I'm dreaming a bit here with the latter), we then have 2 really good, experienced pro's to support the rest of the squad, would be huge. Sheaf to then come back in, platform to build on and allows us to get going and build momentum.
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When Sheaf is out it is noticeable that there isn't a lot of leadership in forward areas . Eccles is starting to grow into that role and I wasn't adverse to his reactions on Saturday as you want players pissed when things aren't going well . Bassette also shows early signs too but players like Wright should be showing more .
 
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Sky Blue Goblin

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #52
Pezza said:
If we managed to get Matty James and John Egan (Yes I know I'm dreaming a bit here with the latter), we then have 2 really good, experienced pro's to support the rest of the squad, would be huge. Sheaf to then come back in, platform to build on and allows us to get going and build momentum.
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But do they fit the model
 

Liquid Gold

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #53
Doug will be surprised at how fickle football fans can be when things start to go sour. One day fans are singing his name, the next he's getting accosted outside the ground.

It's clear as day we need reinforcements. Get it done.
 
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wingy

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #54
Pezza said:
If we managed to get Matty James and John Egan (Yes I know I'm dreaming a bit here with the latter), we then have 2 really good, experienced pro's to support the rest of the squad, would be huge. Sheaf to then come back in, platform to build on and allows us to get going and build momentum.
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Egan's gone somewhere I think probably still to the Prem?
 
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wingy

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #55
Sky Blue Goblin said:
But do they fit the model
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If the model requires it to get the tune out the other 20+ squad members has to be done doesn't it!
 
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Sky Blue Goblin

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #56
wingy said:
Egan's gone somewhere I think probably still to the Prem?
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Looks like he’s still available as a free agent. Was training at Burnley
 
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Pezza

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #57
Stuart Armstrong would also be a PERFECT replacement for Palmer, also adds experience and a bit of guile. Although looks like he's off to MLS.
 
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Sky Blue Goblin

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #58
wingy said:
If the model requires it to get the tune out the other 20+ squad members has to be done doesn't it!
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Course it does, only joking bud. Think Matty would be a clever pick up at the current time.
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #59
Just looking at the free market and Reggie Cannon is available, we've been linked with him haven't we ?
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #60
Pezza said:
Stuart Armstrong would also be a PERFECT replacement for Palmer, also adds experience and a bit of guile. Although looks like he's off to MLS.
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He's gone and I've never been sold on him if I'm honest, seems another luxury player who lacks consistency
 

shmmeee

Well-Known Member
  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #61
Perennial Lurker said:
Just looking at the free market and Reggie Cannon is available, we've been linked with him haven't we ?
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Ive heard bad things about unattached cannons.
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #62
King could perhaps look at what tends to happen when a team is stacked full of young prospects-you suffer from inconsistency and a bit more mental fragility.
 
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Saddlebrains

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #63
fernandopartridge said:
I think King needs to be pragmatic about the model.
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This is the frustration isn't it. Alongside the complete aversion to loans

For me it's where it shows King is new to football and his understanding of it. It's all well and good having a model, and we're all glad we have it. But you can't treat a football club the same as other business, because not having experience or borrowed quality will mean (in my view) you won't get the desired outcome
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #64
shmmeee said:
Ive heard bad things about unattached cannons.
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There were a few on here Saturday afternoon
 
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Sky Blue Goblin

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #65
If only Brandon Williams wasent such a feckless twat could of been perfect for us on a free.
 
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HJones23

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #66
Get him ASAP, gives him at least a week training with the squad and straight onto the bench at Watford
 
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napolimp

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #67
Does anyone know where to find any stats which show how James compares to other players in his position last season?
 
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Perennial Lurker

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #68
Brighton Sky Blue said:
King could perhaps look at what tends to happen when a team is stacked full of young prospects-you suffer from inconsistency and a bit more mental fragility.
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You won't win anything with kids
 

Saddlebrains

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #69
Sky Blue Goblin said:
Assume since this has now got out, there’s probably momentum towards him signing. If Doug has said no again surely they’d be no article.

Curiously do we know if Robins throws his weight around in regards to this as feel like he absolutely could and get his man with his stock.
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Robins wouldn't be revisiting it if he didn't think it would help us definitely
 

Pezza

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  • Sep 3, 2024
  • #70
Perennial Lurker said:
He's gone and I've never been sold on him if I'm honest, seems another luxury player who lacks consistency
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That's fair, I actually think he's pretty decent and his record stacks up. He has a habit of being involved in goals but if he's gone, then a non topic.
 
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