gazzaA2 Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Just been having a drink with Phil Brown, and asked him if he was serious about signing Owen. Said he's got talks with him next week. I asked him how much he was asking for. £100k a week. The greedy little c*** is still asking for that kind of money - unbelieveable. Any thoughts about him learning his lesson from leaving us and trying to rebuild his career are laid bare right there. MONEY MONEY MONEY Just seen this from a reliable poster on a forum I go on Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG32 Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Just been having a drink with Phil Brown, and asked him if he was serious about signing Owen. Said he's got talks with him next week. I asked him how much he was asking for. £100k a week. The greedy little c*** is still asking for that kind of money - unbelieveable. Any thoughts about him learning his lesson from leaving us and trying to rebuild his career are laid bare right there. MONEY MONEY MONEY Just seen this from a reliable poster on a forum I go on Greedy little shyte. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timnufc22 Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 All based completely on what Souness said. The man's a liar It's not based on what he says though. We know for a fact that Souness wanted Anelka and Boa Morte, Souness practically baited Anelka as best as he could through the media. It was also clear that Souness favoured the 4-3-3 system, and wanted Anelka/Morte for that system. As for the Owen bid, that was clearly entirely Shepherd, and I can't see it being any other way. He wanted a big name, big money, long term replacement for Shearer, he wanted the best England had to offer, so he went for Rooney first and foremost, and when that failed, he used the same funds a year later to sign Owen. Souness by that time had been told Anelka was a no-go as Fenerbahce had rejected our no-doubt derisory bid. It was compeltely obvious at the time what happened here without any need for Souness' eventual confirmation of the undermining that occurred. In the press conference Souness said, very smugly, 'when I walked into the Chairmans office and handed him a piece of paper with Michael Owen written on he nearly fell off his seat, but we've done it & got him, and I'm absolutely delighted. Only a few players in the world could replace Shearer and he's one of them'. Granted he might just be saying that, but it hardly looked like he was saying it through gritted teeth. Dont get me wrong I am suspicious about the Boa Morte/Anelka deals and why they didnt happen, what was Shepherd doing etc. Although I agree with Shepherd that everyone was chuffed when we signed him, we had already bought midfielders aswell to supply him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 All based completely on what Souness said. The man's a liar It's not based on what he says though. We know for a fact that Souness wanted Anelka and Boa Morte, Souness practically baited Anelka as best as he could through the media. It was also clear that Souness favoured the 4-3-3 system, and wanted Anelka/Morte for that system. As for the Owen bid, that was clearly entirely Shepherd, and I can't see it being any other way. He wanted a big name, big money, long term replacement for Shearer, he wanted the best England had to offer, so he went for Rooney first and foremost, and when that failed, he used the same funds a year later to sign Owen. Souness by that time had been told Anelka was a no-go as Fenerbahce had rejected our no-doubt derisory bid. It was compeltely obvious at the time what happened here without any need for Souness' eventual confirmation of the undermining that occurred. In the press conference Souness said, very smugly, 'when I walked into the Chairmans office and handed him a piece of paper with Michael Owen written on he nearly fell off his seat, but we've done it & got him, and I'm absolutely delighted. Only a few players in the world could replace Shearer and he's one of them'. Granted he might just be saying that, but it hardly looked like he was saying it through gritted teeth. Dont get me wrong I am suspicious about the Boa Morte/Anelka deals and why they didnt happen, what was Shepherd doing etc. Although I agree with Shepherd that everyone was chuffed when we signed him, we had already bought midfielders aswell to supply him. Fair play mate. I'd forgotten Souness said that, lying prick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Owen was probably number 1 choice, but thinking he would be unrealistic to sign probably had Anelka as the back-up plan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzaA2 Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 Just been having a drink with Phil Brown, and asked him if he was serious about signing Owen. Said he's got talks with him next week. I asked him how much he was asking for. £100k a week. The greedy little c*** is still asking for that kind of money - unbelieveable. Any thoughts about him learning his lesson from leaving us and trying to rebuild his career are laid bare right there. MONEY MONEY MONEY Just seen this from a reliable poster on a forum I go on Just to update: Thats what Brown said... proven England International and Wayne Bridge is on that sort of money. He'll offer a package to him 30 50 20 to make up the 100. He may already have decided to join Everton though. I said he's not welcome back at Anfield, and he said he was genuinely surprised. Brown is a decent fella actually. Said he'd learnt alot about himself through the media. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacko Posted June 27, 2009 Share Posted June 27, 2009 By going to a team like Hull or Stoke i think Owen will put his career as a top name in the world to sleep, in a way he has already done it he will just be confirming it. Those days are long over. He'll want as much wedge as possible and to be close to his sodding horses. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wshmag Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 is this fuckwit for real? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1195940/Fabregas-right-Arsenal-need-dose-football-Viagra.html Cruel for Owen to be a figure of fun I was sitting in Nobu restaurant in London's Berkeley Square the other night when I spotted a clean-cut young man, with his wife and parents, taking endless phone calls throughout his meal on several phones and Blackberries. He looked serious, intense and slightly anxious. As well he might, because it was Michael Owen. Owen has become a bit of a laughing stock recently, mainly due to his poor performances as Newcastle were relegated. But I, for one, feel really sorry for the guy. Owen has been one of the deadliest finishers in the game for more than a decade - 118 goals in 216 matches for Liverpool, 16 in 35 for Real Madrid, 40 in 89 for England. And OK, his return of just 26 in 71 for Newcastle isn't as impressive. But Maradona could have played up front for that dismal shower last season and failed to hit the net very often. He's also one of the most thoroughly decent men I've encountered in football. I sat next to him at a couple of Pride of Britain awards ceremonies a few years ago and he was charming, modest, intelligent and perfectly mannered. Owen doesn't brutally carve opponents up on the pitch, hurl abuse at referees, get drunk in nightclubs, cheat on his wife, take drugs or commit the other traditional footballer bling-related offences. He is a totally professional man and thoroughly impressive role model, who should command our respect and admiration - not our mocking laughter. At the end of my meal I went over to say hello, just as he took yet another phone call. He looked up, smiled, shook my hand, then carried on talking urgently. It may have been Phil Brown from Hull, for all I know. But it looked important. 'I hope he finds a good club soon,' I said to his family. 'So do we!' they replied in unison. And so should we all. Michael Owen is one of the good guys and remains, at 30 years old, a very, very good player. what a vile, brown nosing fucking wanker. fuck off morgan yer utter, utter cunt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 He's a pleasant guy, so he MUST be a good player. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Doesn't Owen write for the Mail? Or he used to? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wshmag Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 what the fuck does morgan actually intend on getting from writing that article? the oily faced, cunt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkeye Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Owen doesn't brutally carve opponents up on the pitch, hurl abuse at referees, get drunk in nightclubs, cheat on his wife, take drugs or commit the other traditional footballer bling-related offences. No vices whatsoever?? What a lovely man, I would bet money on that being true!!! Recon little Micky might have a small flutter on that as well? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaizero Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Two more days and no more Owen officially at Newcastle. happy days. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Two more days and no more Owen officially at Newcastle. happy days. We'll still owe him a month's wages though if he fails to get a club in July according to the Sunday rags. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaizero Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Two more days and no more Owen officially at Newcastle. happy days. We'll still owe him a month's wages though if he fails to get a club in July according to the Sunday rags. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkeye Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 I find that impossible to believe that anyone could be so stupid to allow a clause like that into a contract. Subclause 1a, appendix 2. - Should my client complete the term of the contract at Newcastle United but, not find suitable employment immediately then the club will continue to pay full salary until such new employment is obtained. Oh, ok, that sounds fair enough. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Premier League employment rules apparently. How this applies when we're not a Premier League club I'm not sure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JH Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 'I hope he finds a good club soon,' I said to his family. 'So do we!' they replied in unison. And so should we all. Michael Owen is one of the good guys and remains, at 30 years old, a very, very good player. He had a football club, and he royally f***ed it up. He could have been a star here had he not cared about his International career so much, had he showed a bit of passion and commitment for Newcastle. People say he's finished as a striker, and it is true he's not like he used to be, but I can't help but think that if he really wanted it, he could have still done a job for us after he broke his foot in '06. Fact is, he's a worthless, money grabbing waster who couldn't give two f***s about anyone but his bank manager. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzaA2 Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 So he doesn't actually leave until August then. I bet he signs on the dotted line on August 1st, to make sure he gets the months wage. Even though he'll get a 7 figure sign on fee. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 it just drags on this endless saga about this little piece of shit, i honestly hope he goes and breaks his leg's as soon as he leaves this club Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Libertine Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 by all accounts (except up here) owen is a very decent person. you'll be hard pressed to find anyone (again, except up here) who dislikes him off the pitch. as an aside, owen gets a lot of bile about his contract but that isnt his fault at all. blame the prick who gave him it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 A man should be judged by his actions, not his manners or demeanor. He's a gutless little fuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustynrg Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 I agree about him waiting until August 1st to sign for someone else. The excuse now is he's "waiting to hear from Aston Villa before he makes up his mind about joining Everton". I hope he proves me wrong but I doubt it. Don't take any notice of Piers Morgan, he's the man who said he was thinking of stopping supporting Arsenal because they hadn't won anything for FOUR years. Try forty arsehole. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Stephen927 Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 As soon as Michael Owen recieves an offer he thinks is good enough, from a club he thinks he is good enough then he'll be off. He won't fanny on here waiting for a couple extra thousand when he could be away with his new club. He won't wait, as any potential club will want him signing there and then, otherwise they might just start looking at other players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbo Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 by all accounts (except up here) owen is a very decent person. you'll be hard pressed to find anyone (again, except up here) who dislikes him off the pitch. as an aside, owen gets a lot of bile about his contract but that isnt his fault at all. blame the prick who gave him it. Alot of Liverpool fans think he's a little shit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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