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Tis the correct spelling

Ah well.

Oh dear....

Meh.

Well, he was injured for quite a while. Of course, that's been a detriment to his progress. But at the same time, ever since he's come back from injury, he hasn't really been near the first team until recently.

Really hope this is so but I'd rather he take it easy if there's a risk of aggravating the injury, even if it means sitting out the next couple of fixtures or so. If the physios and Colo himself think there's no risk in playing, then woop!

Every time he made an appearance in the Championship, I was impressed really. Calm and collected in defence so can't see why he'd be out of favour now (I have heard things about his attitude). I've said it before and I'll say it again, hope he's given a chance in the PL.

;D

Kadar finally has one. Number 40.

I'd definitely start Kadar too but apparently he's not highly rated by Pardew. And another thing is that Kadar is pretty much our only fit specialist CB atm, he simply has to be considered now given our injury problems. But as it stands, the management seems reluctant to use him

GeorgeCaulkin George Caulkin Waiting for O'Neill to come back & speak to papers. He was asked to smile for photos - "this is the best I can muster." Impressive start.

I reckon the sole reason for Santon being considered for CB is his height really.

Chronicle reckons he could start at CB alongside Perch on Saturday. Hmmm.

Lee Ryder said this wasn't true yesterday....

I wouldn't mind Bassong back tbh. Showed during his time here that he is more than capable of playing well at CB. Decent backup for LB too. Whether or not he wants to come back however is another matter.

Aye, he's such a tool.

£8 million for Bassong? No thanks, a cheeky loan deal would do though.

Definitely, now is the time to scout and negotiate!

I don't mind Simpson, so I don't have any particular qualms about starting him. However, if he doesn't sign a contract soon, he could very well leave in January. If we're in for Pieters or even Clyne, guess I would live with Simpson leaving but as it stands, our strongest lineup for defence is what I posted above.

We don't have much of a choice for the game against Norwich really. As much as I want Kadar to start at CB, can see Pardew opting with Perch and Simpson at CB. Santon would then presumably play at RB, leaving Raylor still at LB. Until we have everyone in our defence (except for Saylor unfortunately) fit, looks like Raylor will be starting at LB for the foreseeable future. Meh. Eventually at some point of the rest of the season, I'm hoping to see: Simpson Williamson Coloccini Santon

That'll do me. I'd probably worry a bit about Mbiwa though - adaptability and all that. But then again, he could have a decent first season in the PL like Bassong did. Regarding Bassong, guess I would take him back in that he can definitely play an effective role at CB. Whether or not he wants to come back however is another issue.

Only once iirc. Sat on the bench I think but I've forgotten which game though.

That post is gold tbh

Is it me or does he seem really sluggish now? From what I've seen without doubt, needs a huge boost in confidence too. I reckons he needs to go out on loan. Pretty much the only way forward for Carroll. Honestly can't see him doing anything worthy of note at Liverpool. Aye send him to Barnsley with Ranger. Perfect