He's not really in the media limelight as such. I still, to this day, have no idea what he sounds like.
It's only because we've done so well this season that he's been receiving a lot of credit/attention from the media (and deservedly so btw).
Just seen this, what fantastic news.
The man deserves the long contract and is one of the reasons why we've been so successful this last season or so (with regards to player recruitment and identifying quality players who could be signed on the cheap, of course). The scouting network he's implemented is simply brilliant and one which I have the utmost trust in.
Whilst I can understand the reasons for bringing Kalou in (can chip in with goals, is decent enough in a front 3, can be good backup), it would be quite an underwhelming signing. Has always seemed to be an above average player to me.
Final France vs Germany
Top scorer Karim Benzema
Player to watch Ribery
How far will England go? First knockout round
Most looking forward to Our lads, Cabaye and Ben Arfa lining up for France.
Least looking forward to The possibility of racism
Best Hodgson moment Collective groaning/moaning à la Gary Neville.
Terry could be out you say? Good, he's another player who's been declining and I really think having him in the team is more of a detriment than a benefit (he did make quite a few mistakes this season while playing for Chelsea).
I have faith in Jagielka and Lescott.
The week has gone by so quickly, ah the return of competitive football!
Very much looking forward to tomorrow. Though, as of next week, I really need to start going to work early so that I can make it back home in time for the 5pm kick offs.
Work sweepstake time - I got Italy. A team I don't particularly see doing too well.
I don't know why but I fancy Ireland to surprise us all and get through the group stages