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Post by dohnut on Jul 18, 2024 13:48:30 GMT
There are gems out there looking for a club. But they were out there last week too, and the week before that. So let’s bring them in the day before we fly to Spain, or worse still when we return. Maybe it’s a case of the price is right or nobody else is interested.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2024 13:53:05 GMT
Probably a good idea to have a succession plan for the Pratley role. His recent injury record is a concern though. Somehow managed 3 long-termers last season 😬 As we have bought in Warrington and he is 13 years younger I don't see the need for Sam. Both DM? I think Warrington is more the box-to-box ball-winner type, whereas I'd assume Hutchinson would alternate with Prats/Brown. Maybe Brown becomes more of a defensive utility player? Maybe Prats suddenly doesn't look able to play more than 20 minutes a week? Maybe I'm just trying to see sense in a potential signing we don't really need? |
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Post by redshank on Jul 18, 2024 13:56:25 GMT
As opposed to the Jordan Lyden or Callum O’Reilly example!😆👍 Newtons law applies even in football.Jamie on a flying visit. |
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Post by redintheface on Jul 18, 2024 13:58:42 GMT
As we have bought in Warrington and he is 13 years younger I don't see the need for Sam. Both DM? I think Warrington is more the box-to-box ball-winner type, whereas I'd assume Hutchinson would alternate with Prats/Brown. Maybe Brown becomes more of a defensive utility player? Maybe Prats suddenly doesn't look able to play more than 20 minutes a week? Maybe I'm just trying to see sense in a potential signing we don't really need? Hutchinson can also double as full back / centre back I believe- so possibly his utility value is what’s interesting RW? |
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Post by redintheface on Jul 18, 2024 14:00:58 GMT
As opposed to the Jordan Lyden or Callum O’Reilly example!😆👍 Newtons law applies even in football.Jamie on a flying visit. I think those two were more like Sod’s Law tbh!😆 |
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Post by duvb on Jul 18, 2024 14:12:21 GMT
Probably many clubless players roaming the internet looking for a club,many a dud or a gem to be spotted methinks.I like the Jordan Graham example. I would just say - Kevin Lisbie was clubless when he approached Russell |
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Post by lukeryan on Jul 19, 2024 15:40:34 GMT
Never heard of them. Are they good? better than some of what we’ve got yep |
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Post by osoldguy on Jul 19, 2024 19:21:39 GMT
Probably many clubless players roaming the internet looking for a club,many a dud or a gem to be spotted methinks.I like the Jordan Graham example. I would just say - Kevin Lisbie was clubless when he approached Russell Has Kevin still got his 👢 |
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Post by irishorient on Jul 19, 2024 20:56:39 GMT
How on earth is Daniel Mândroiu still a free agent? I thought when he didn't resign for Lincoln then he must have somewhere lined up. Rumours in Ireland he will sign for St. Pats Athletic. Would work with ex Ireland manager Stephen Kenny there. |
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Post by lukeryan on Jul 20, 2024 21:15:40 GMT
Marcus Browne played against Arsenal on trial apparently. Would be a wise move offers something a bit different
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Post by MungO on Jul 21, 2024 8:59:31 GMT
I like the sound of Mandriou and that John-Jules would be worth a punt.
Both under 25 and would fit our structure.
Lost track though.. do we need more midfielders? The new guy from Everton, Brown, Pratley, Moncs, Galbraith, Obiero. That's 6 fighting over 3 places, and 6 with varying skillsets and abilities. I like our midfield.
But that Mandriou sounds mustard.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 21, 2024 9:16:39 GMT
Lost track though.. do we need more midfielders? The new guy from Everton, Brown, Pratley, Moncs, Galbraith, Obiero. That's 6 fighting over 3 places, and 6 with varying skillsets and abilities. I like our midfield. But that Mandriou sounds mustard. Not a priority, I agree. But if they can also play wings or full-back they could be invaluable for squad depth. Marcus Browne could be a good signing for that reason, whereas I don't think we could justify someone like Mandroiu without a move for Moncs first. |
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Post by MungO on Jul 21, 2024 9:35:20 GMT
Assuming then that Mandriou is more attacking and Browne defensive
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Post by Deleted on Jul 21, 2024 10:10:36 GMT
Assuming then that Mandriou is more attacking and Browne defensive Browne can play 10 and the wings, whereas Mandroiu is more of an 8/10. Both have a pretty healthy return at this level: Mandroiu a goal contribution in almost 1 in 2, Browne almost 1 in 3. Browne's shown it over almost twice as many games at this level so might be the safer bet despite less impressive stats (although I think he did a hammy last season). The additional depth on the wings, where we got hit hard last season, probably makes him the better signing for us imo. |
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Post by lukeryan on Jul 21, 2024 12:56:09 GMT
Assuming then that Mandriou is more attacking and Browne defensive Browne can play 10 and the wings, whereas Mandroiu is more of an 8/10. Both have a pretty healthy return at this level: Mandroiu a goal contribution in almost 1 in 2, Browne almost 1 in 3. Browne's shown it over almost twice as many games at this level so might be the safer bet despite less impressive stats (although I think he did a hammy last season). The additional depth on the wings, where we got hit hard last season, probably makes him the better signing for us imo. Perfect summary. Plus he’s a local boy |
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Post by buffalobill on Jul 22, 2024 7:55:48 GMT
So Moncur out, Browne in?
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Post by Ramrod on Jul 22, 2024 8:37:16 GMT
How on earth is Daniel Mândroiu still a free agent? I thought when he didn't resign for Lincoln then he must have somewhere lined up. Rumours in Ireland he will sign for St. Pats Athletic. Would work with ex Ireland manager Stephen Kenny there. He did well with Lincoln and was on an upward curve, so why go back to Ireland? All very odd if true. |
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Post by osoldest on Jul 22, 2024 8:50:45 GMT
I don’t know Marcus Browne but I guess when quoted goal contribution one in three it must include assists because since 2000 he has scored one in 7. As others have said I don’t think we need midfield even if moncour goes, unless of course we sell Galbraith. I hope not.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 22, 2024 10:46:17 GMT
I guess when quoted goal contribution one in three it must include assists Exactly. Hence "goal contributions", not just "goals". Not sure we need to go back to when he was 3 years old, but in his entire senior career he's scored slightly more than 1 in 6. Or if you go by minutes played rather than appearances then it's 1 in 4. |
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Post by buffalobill on Jul 22, 2024 11:42:45 GMT
I don’t know Marcus Browne but I guess when quoted goal contribution one in three it must include assists because since 2000 he has scored one in 7. As others have said I don’t think we need midfield even if moncour goes, unless of course we sell Galbraith. I hope not. From what’s been said above, Browne could also cover on the wings, so changeover for Graham/ O’Neill after 60 minutes. If it happens then gives more cover in the squad. |
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