Mick Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 cheaper and older version of Modric. Par for the course with this board, its like turning the clock back 20 years I'm sure that somebody somewhere will build a case for someone like Modric [whoever the f*** he is] to be a step forward for the football club and try to tell us all that shopping in this market is superior to the old board attempting to genuinely compete with the other top clubs for the top quality footballers, like the old board did Unless of course you're a complete thick c*** who thinks that buying people a pint in a pub is preferable marketing strategy Ouch Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JamesD Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Haha, sweet. Nice one Wullie. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 http://nufcblog.com/2008/07/14/transfer-news/newcastle-make-move-for-pablo-aimar-at-last-minute/ I was sceptical but if NUFC Blog are reporting it... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 cheaper and older version of Modric. Par for the course with this board, its like turning the clock back 20 years I'm sure that somebody somewhere will build a case for someone like Modric [whoever the f*** he is] to be a step forward for the football club and try to tell us all that shopping in this market is superior to the old board attempting to genuinely compete with the other top clubs for the top quality footballers, like the old board did Unless of course you're a complete thick c*** who thinks that buying people a pint in a pub is preferable marketing strategy Make your mind up. Pwned. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Pwned. He certainly is, it looks funnier the more I read those posts. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colocho Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 He'll be a Benfica player. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 good feeling about this one, would certainly pacify me good engine, creative, quick, can score. Never really fulfilled his potential, but would still love him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johnson293 Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 For what its worth, heres the article in the mail.... http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1034781/Newcastle-attempt-nab-Argentina-star-Aimar-Portsmouth-lose-interest.html Newcastle attempt to nab Argentina star Aimar after Portsmouth lose interest By Sportsmail Reporter Last updated at 11:18 PM on 13th July 2008 Newcastle want to pip Portsmouth to the signing of Pablo Aimar after the south coast club balked at the £7million asking price. Despite their own cost-cutting, Newcastle believe they can strike a deal with the Argentina midfielder’s relegated team Real Zaragoza. The Spanish club are desperate for cash. Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan is a big attraction to Aimar, who is eager to play in the Barclays Premier League. Talks will be held over the next 24 hours. The one sticking point could be his wages as Newcastle continue streamlining their budget. Portsmouth had wanted to sign Aimar on loan after learning of his availability. The signing of Peter Crouch has left Portsmouth without much cash for transfer fees. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 cheaper and older version of Modric. Par for the course with this board, its like turning the clock back 20 years I'm sure that somebody somewhere will build a case for someone like Modric [whoever the fuck he is] to be a step forward for the football club and try to tell us all that shopping in this market is superior to the old board attempting to genuinely compete with the other top clubs for the top quality footballers, like the old board did Unless of course you're a complete thick cunt who thinks that buying people a pint in a pub is preferable marketing strategy http://www.toontastic.net/board/index.php?s=&showtopic=17518&view=findpost&p=416148 Make your mind up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 cheaper and older version of Modric. Par for the course with this board, its like turning the clock back 20 years I'm sure that somebody somewhere will build a case for someone like Modric [whoever the fuck he is] to be a step forward for the football club and try to tell us all that shopping in this market is superior to the old board attempting to genuinely compete with the other top clubs for the top quality footballers, like the old board did Unless of course you're a complete thick cunt who thinks that buying people a pint in a pub is preferable marketing strategy http://www.toontastic.net/board/index.php?s=&showtopic=17518&view=findpost&p=416148 Make your mind up. Once again concrete proof that he is a shit stirrer. Albeit a shit stirrer of the very highest calibre, of course. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BigAl2 Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I still can't get my head around players being too old in the 25 - 28 bracket! to my mind this is the peak of your playing power and although I agree with bringing in potential talent if you want to improve quickly its the 25 - 28 year olds you need to bring in. I know this will cost money by the way but are we really doing our shopping at LIDL's? it would appear so. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 A fit AND motivated Aimar would be a better buy than Modric. The problem is, it's been a long time since Aimar has been that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I still can't get my head around players being too old in the 25 - 28 bracket! to my mind this is the peak of your playing power and although I agree with bringing in potential talent if you want to improve quickly its the 25 - 28 year olds you need to bring in. I know this will cost money by the way but are we really doing our shopping at LIDL's? it would appear so. Yep. Ginola, Albert, Shearer, Lee, Batty, Ferdinand, Venison, Beresford, Asprilla, etc. were all in this age group or even older when Keegan bought them first time around, yet now they're too old...and yet NE5's tried convincing me it's the exact same league now as what it was then. Weird. I think Aimar would be a great buy, but he's going to Benfica so it's a non-starter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I just do not see it happening, old stories being brought back again ? Benfica are meant to be close to getting him anyway. http://soccernet.espn.go.com/news/story?id=554996&sec=europe&&cc=5739 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I still can't get my head around players being too old in the 25 - 28 bracket! to my mind this is the peak of your playing power and although I agree with bringing in potential talent if you want to improve quickly its the 25 - 28 year olds you need to bring in. I know this will cost money by the way but are we really doing our shopping at LIDL's? it would appear so. it's not that the players are too old it's that if you have a 22 yr old and he stays for 3 years you sell for more than if you've bought a 27yr old and sell after 3 years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 But that would be asking Keegan to adopt a completely new transfer policy to what made him successful first time around. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nobby_solano Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 i'd still like to see aimar sign for us, i do still rate him. fingers crossed... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deep456 Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Hey supertoon the Daily Mail say we are about to sign Aimar. Now we have shitty internet source for another shitty internet source whether he signs or goes to Benfica. So now you can believe me instead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Hey supertoon the Daily Mail say we are about to sign Aimar. Now we have shitty internet source for another shitty internet source whether he signs or goes to Benfica. So now you can believe me instead. His agent was the one saying he is going to Benfica Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Aimar at 28 is still a good signing. There's still another three years of quality juices left in there, which is good for £7m in today's market, providing he wants it enough. I don't know an awful lot about him, but given that he's no longer a regular in the Argentina side and has had a horrific season or so in La Liga - he could be seriously up for it. Fresh opportunities and all that. I'd be pretty chuffed if we managed to get Aimar. Not that i think we will. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 What about Aimar at his current age, 28? Bit of an obvious point but having two Argentines in the squad could only be a good thing in terms of settling in etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 What about Aimar at his current age, 28? Sorry, you're right. He's 28, not 28. Silly me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Aimar at 28 is still a good signing. There's still another three years of quality juices left in there, which is good for £7m in today's market, providing he wants it enough. I don't know an awful lot about him, but given that he's no longer a regular in the Argentina side and has had a horrific season or so in La Liga - he could be seriously up for it. Fresh opportunities and all that. I'd be pretty chuffed if we managed to get Aimar. Not that i think we will. That's disgusting, you just can't take your mind off it can you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Did you make a cheeky edit, Yorkie? /pedant Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I did not. Buy glasses. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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