Mikky

40 minutes ago, SteV said:

Might be sooner than that. Howe said last week that he would be out for four weeks but he was already two weeks into that. 
 

Whether he can jump straight back in after that like, I’d not be so sure?

If him - Anderson and Isak are back after the break I’ll take that - hopefully sees us to Jan

Not sure if Miley will be back?

3 at the back 

Dubravka 

Krafth 

Lascelles 

Dummett

Tino

Bruno

Ritchie

Targett

Miggy 

Willock

Hall

Just wish he would change it up tactically sometimes 

Really good learning season this for him 

Fucking Pope 

21 minutes ago, Mike said:

 

All 8 of their goals weee in 2nd half I think 

Why send the keeper up? Never a big fan 

26 minutes ago, MrRaspberryJam said:

Howe said Dortmund it was a bad one. Don’t think any timeline has been given for it though. 

These injuries almost always end up with surgery - I am saying mid to late Jan

4 minutes ago, BeloEmre said:

https://x.com/jameshorncastle/status/1717950212747006114?s=46&t=qiC9vAb9jDAu45ZXRygfkQ

 

Tonali out.

Well it’s past 5pm and we are closed - will be open from 9am on Monday morning - on that basis he can play imo 

1 hour ago, Mazzy said:

 

Definitely will have to use them and it's most likely going to be very soon. That's my exact point, I'd rather we not be in this position where they HAVE to play, but because of injuries and bans we will have to. 

 

Obviously Livramento is going to come in for Tripps at some point (probably Man Utd) but I'm interested to see where Hall comes in, because I don't see him replacing Burn or Targett at LB for any upcoming games.

No at this moment you have to use Hall as potential wing cover as we have 2 experienced LBs ahead 

Could we play 3 at the back? The old Rafa system?

1 minute ago, Mazzy said:

 

Everyone begging for Livramento and Hall to play more is more than likely going to get their wish over the next month or two. I think unfortunately we will be worse off for it though.

 

Hall especially is not currently at the same level as any of the midfielders (where he'll have to play because we have Burn and Targett at LB ahead of him and with Anderson and Tonali out we're low in numbers there) we have and Tino has proved he's quality but he is a different type of player from Trippier, who we'd miss massively if Tino replaces him at any point.

We are going to have to use them at some point - it’s almost November now - they’ve had ample time imo

Good Lord everything was looking good just a few weeks back.

Then Tonali gets a ban - Anderson crocked - Murphy crocked - Isak crocked - Miley with potentially a long term virus - Botman still out - Barnes long term 

Probably one positive is we’ll see a bit more of Tino and Hall who can provide good cover 

Hopefully they ring us to confirm the ban and we “forget” to pick the phone up

1 minute ago, Paullow said:

Hopefully a big effort here and then the likes of Dummett, Livramento, Hall, Targett (if not vs Wolves) maybe Ritchie etc. against Man Utd in the week. Man, there's not too many fringe players these days because those who might be considered that are generally covering the injuries and suspensions

Man U is tricky - who on earth do we start?

7 minutes ago, BeloEmre said:

I would play Wilson on Saturday and let him rest against Man United in midweek.

The most logical thing to do 

1 hour ago, STM said:

We've got chronic injuries but can still field:

 

                        Pope

 

Trippier  Lascelles Schar   Burn

 

                       Bruno

        Longstaff         Joelinton

Miggy                               Gordon

                       Wilson

 

Also have Willock coming back and a huge opportunity for the likes of Hall, Livramento, Targett and Co to come off the bench and make a real difference.

 

I'd actually start Targett for this. I thought he looked in good shape when he came in. Save Burn for Man United.

Yeah I would play Targett too - Burn has been good, clearly needs a break

I think next summer it will be 3 plus Minteh

CB - CM and a forward (preferably in the Gakpo/G Jesus/ J Pedro mould)

2 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said:

Only loan deal I can see is if it included an obligation, and with Tonali back next season I can’t see us going for that. 

I honestly think we are still a midfielder light even with Tonali being available 

Just now, SUPERTOON said:

Think anyone expecting any major business in January is going to be disappointed.

If we can somehow eek out a midfield loan?

9 minutes ago, Nucasol said:

If you need any further evidence on what a weapons grade cunt Oliver Holt is, I present Exhibit A:

 

He enjoyed his trip to Qatar last year though 

1 minute ago, duo said:

I thought he was excellent when he came on

Should have started 

Big Joe not ready 

Wonder what team we play against Man U? Might not have anyone left at this rate 

I think Livramento might be crucial now - may well deploy him on the RW depending on how Miggy is physically - or Hall

11 minutes ago, khay said:

Was it not thigh? 

Tore his thigh

Reckon that’s him out until after the international break