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That's ace. Is the lad a Muslim btw? Not that it matters, just used the Islamic phrase 'God Willing', which is quite surprising since I thought he was of Jamaican heritage? Not really that many Muslims in that neck of the woods.

Imagine having all that promise and obvious talent, and doing that with your life I think people like Ranger, and to a lesser extent, Ravel Morrison and those sorts, should sign up to basically have all their money kept away from them until they are retired, minus reasonable living expenses. Sort of like an Agent and a minder all rolled into one. Would keep so many of the younger lads grounded too. Hell it's probably a good idea for all footballers under the age of 30 say.

Can't see it, unfortunately. He's had a couple of family tradegies recently and looked as if he really appreciated how the club/his team mates rallied around (must increase his commitment). Plus they are as likely to be promoted. That said, I am sure we could offer a better contract would be seen as a better long-term option. It is a definite no. I read a great article by George Caulkin today in which he basically says his father's last wish was for Antony to get Brighton promoted and talks with huge warmth and appreciation of his teammates unexpectedly all coming to his father's funeral. There's an insight into father and son football banter, when he describes that if he hadn't played well his dad would simply tell him straight 'You were s***.' Made me smile and no doubt him too, despite his apparent sadness. Hughton probably had a word with the squad and then popped him to get him to stay.

Yep

No. In fact, most children are quite helpless at this age, Ronaldo.

Bernard? Enrique? Yeah can't believe I forgot about Enrique, was my favourite player for ages. Beast for us.

Bernard was very promising, and with less defensive focus, Santon might have been possible.

This The grief Ritchie gets, he's a f*** load better than Stuart Downing. Downing plays LW so would be competing with Gouffran immediatley, of who he's far better than. A 6 month loan and letting him compete with Atsu for the LW slot would be more positive than negative IMO. Genuine question - isn't Downing a CM nowadays?

Reminds me a bit of the John Dahl Tomasson (sp) situation, different players, different styles, not quite ready but there's definitely something there. Both were beasts in their respective leagues at young ages. Tomasson went on to lead the line at AC Milan and win the Champions League, not sure Mitrovic quite has that much about him, but I don't think anyone thought Tomasson did then either. Either way, I think it'd be mad to willingly let him go unless there is some proven goalscorer we can bring in, which in itself will likely cost more than what Mitrovic will bring in at any rate.

Not even a clearance though, was it? If we're thinking about the same thing, the overhead bicycle kick when the ball was likely going out for a throw-in around the half-way line

Admittedly didn't catch the match last night

IMO, Dummet is underrated by some simply because he's come through our ranks. Some people seem to be labelling him and thinking of him as poor simply based on opinions of when he first broke into the side and was admittedly dodgy. Now, he's a very solid defensive left back and I'm more than happy with him to start for us in this league. Having a defensive winger ahead of him doesn't help the team though (e.g. Gouffran).

He was contracted to nufc for 6 years. Jeez. One of those players where the first thing I tried to do was get rid of them in FM like Steven Carr, Ameobi etc.

Explain that one?

He was actually good when we returned to the PL to be honest, set up Carroll a few times with good deliveries.

I'd stake my house on Allardyce keeping up Palace with that squad though.

It's actually their lowest ever calendar points total. That '2nd lowest' thing is only there because the reporter is too young to understand that in that season there was only 2 points awarded for a win, not 3. 2016 is the worst calendar year in the club's history. Mr Pardew, whatever you are, you are certainly a record breaker at whatever club you go to.

Avatar says 'against modern football'. Writes a post that demonises a group of people who were against a regime that epitomised modern football. I'm taking the p*ss My bad

Avatar says 'against modern football'. Writes a post that demonises a group of people who were against a regime that epitomised modern football.

Tbf they had no idea who he was.

Isn't the only sources of said stinking attitude both Pardew and the complicit Coloccini ?

Merry Christmas, you filthy animal.

Am sure that's been quoted at least once not too long ago on this thread,mind.