Teasy Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 http://www.dailystar.co.uk/football/view/67124/Shay-on-his-way/ Shay Given has ‘agreed’ his move to Man City – and Newcastle want England keeper David James to replace him. It’s now a question of mega-rich City and Toon agreeing a fee for Given and there could be a compromise figure of £10million – a British record for a keeper. City have so far had bids of £3m and £6m rejected, with the Geordies valuing the Republic of Ireland No.1 at £14m. The current record for a keeper is the £9m Sunderland paid for Hearts’ Craig Gordon. But that could be broken this week and the fact Newcastle have made enquiries about Portsmouth’s James, 38, indicates United expect Given to quit Tyneside after 12 seasons at the club. James has already played for six clubs – Watford, Liverpool, Villa, West Ham, Man City and Pompey. Meanwhile, a source close to Given, 32, told the Daily Star Sunday: ‘‘Shay wants to go to City and as far as he is concerned, his deal is effectively agreed in terms of the wages he’d be paid and even his image rights. ‘‘He could double his pay to £100,000-a-week and sign a contract for three-and-a-half or four-and-a-half years." Newcastle would seem to have a replacement for Given already at the club in Steve Harper. But he is 33 and out of contract this summer. Newcastle boss Joe Kinnear could ask for City midfielder Michael Johnson to be part of the Given deal. Hughes also wants Blackburn striker Roque Santa Cruz and is unlikely to part with England defender Micah Richards, 20, who has been linked with Liverpool, Wigan and Bolton. My god logic just goes out of the window with these rags.. We don't want Harper because he's 33 so instead we'll get David James who's 38? What fucking world do they live in? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 I'm surprised someone on here respects that joke of a publication enough to link to an article from it. I wouldn't even eat my chips off of that paper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallace Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 It would be stupid to spend money on another goalkeeper when we have Harper here and Krul as back up. If Harper does not sign his contract then look at it again in the Summer. Shay must have been first choice keeper here when he was 21/22 so I don't see why Krul can't step up. Also James would expect a big salary and I think if he was open to a move, 'Arry would probably be in there. Other positions are much more of a priority. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlin Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 It would be stupid to spend money on another goalkeeper when we have Harper here and Krul as back up. If Harper does not sign his contract then look at it again in the Summer. Shay must have been first choice keeper here when he was 21/22 so I don't see why Krul can't step up. Also James would expect a big salary and I think if he was open to a move, 'Arry would probably be in there. Other positions are much more of a priority. Absolutely right - but since when did logic play any part in the running of NUFC..! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teasy Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 If Given leaves there's not a chance in hell of Harper refusing to sign a new contract. Unless we actually do bring in another first choice keeper, which would be mind numbingly stupid. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NE5 Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 I'm surprised someone on here respects that joke of a publication enough to link to an article from it. I wouldn't even eat my chips off of that paper. you're not talking about the Guardian are you Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Its utter shite, Shay cannot agree a deal tunil we acept an offer and they won't pay what we want. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 What Skirge said. I'm surprised someone on here respects that joke of a publication enough to link to an article from it. I wouldn't even eat my chips off of that paper. you're not talking about the Guardian are you I buy that paper from time to time. You mean to tell me you're not a fellow reader? I'm shocked. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Will he start against Man City? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Will he start against Man City? He should do, most of this is just the press talking shit and Shay is a true pro it won't effect how he plays, I do not see this deal being done anyway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 He should do, most of this is just the press talking s*** and Shay is a true pro it won't effect how he plays, I do not see this deal being done anyway. I wouldn't play him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 He should do, most of this is just the press talking s*** and Shay is a true pro it won't effect how he plays, I do not see this deal being done anyway. I wouldn't play him. Why? dropping him would only add more fuel to the fire, I am guessing the fee quoted to them is aimed at puttung them off going for Shay, we need to keep him at least until the end of the season. We drop him against Mna City the press will see it as a deal been done, we get enough hassle in the media do not give them ammo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 It will reveal a fair bit about whether we're considering selling him or not either way. If he does play against the team he's most linked to then you'd expect him to be staying, if he was left out then that would suggest a sale is imminent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest samjack Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Friend of a freind who knows Harper quite well reckons he's off to Rangers any time soon also reckons he's been offered a new contract by the toon on half...yes half what he's on now !!!! Obviously hope this is utter bollocks because i think Harper is a very decent keeper in his own right & well deserves a chance as No1.....would definately prefer him over the 'calamity kid' anyway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaKoo Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 If we lose both Given and Harper this window, then we are in big trouble.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Friend of a freind who knows Harper quite well reckons he's off to Rangers any time soon also reckons he's been offered a new contract by the toon on half...yes half what he's on now !!!! Obviously hope this is utter bollocks because i think Harper is a very decent keeper in his own right & well deserves a chance as No1.....would definately prefer him over the 'calamity kid' anyway. he's on 40k a week as he was given a large contract for him staying as back-up keeper Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest toonlass Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Can't see even us letting both keepers go in this next week. However I think Harper is sick of being second best after showing how good he can be. Wouldn't be surprised if one of the two leaves, either this week or in the summer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thespence Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 In one of the rags it says Hughes not keen on Onuoha being part of any deal but would let Dunne go as part of the deal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggio Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 This is almost as boring as the Arshavin transfer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 MON looking to buy Johnson and Sturridge for 10m combined. Looks like we will be going for the amazing dissapearing straight cash deal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 MON looking to buy Johnson and Sturridge for 10m combined. Looks like we will be going for the amazing dissapearing straight cash deal. Paper talk isn't it? If it did go through I would be getting even more jealous of Villa though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Heneage Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Surely if Given is going Harper would be told "We see you as his replacement" I can't see why Harper would suddenly want to leave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Surely if Given is going Harper would be told "We see you as his replacement" I can't see why Harper would suddenly want to leave. Probably because he sees exactly what Shay sees. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Surely if Given is going Harper would be told "We see you as his replacement" I can't see why Harper would suddenly want to leave. Probably hasnt helped when JFK has come out and effectively said he doesnt rate Harper. Can see them both wanting off, neither owe us anything at all. I'd still be suprised if Harper left before the Summer though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Liam Liam O Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Harper isn't anywhere near as good a keeper as James is. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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