Cronky Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I'm actually encouraged by our game against Man Utd, we didn't get completely annihilated and battled hard for the whole game, if we keep that kind of attitude this year (with help from some new signings) ten we should be able to stay up I am as well, I'm definitely more optimistic after the game than before it. Strange for a 3-0 defeat obviously. We did actually look like a team. Not a fantastically good one, but a team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LJA0210 Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 cheik tiote off to WBA for 2-3m another player missed out on Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 West Brom outspending us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Embarrasing. Even WBA are improving. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Heneage Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Has that even been confirmed as accepted? We bid 2.5m. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LJA0210 Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 SSN are reporting it like is thier any proof we bid 2.5m cos i doubt we have bid for anyone Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Roger Kint Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 So thats Ben Arfa no doubt, Tiote, Dembele any other players going to sign elsewhere who could have been good for us(admitedly know nowt about Tiote although his competition is Smith so its more than likely) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Not convinced we were ever in for those players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
indi Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I'm actually encouraged by our game against Man Utd, we didn't get completely annihilated and battled hard for the whole game, if we keep that kind of attitude this year (with help from some new signings) ten we should be able to stay up I am as well, I'm definitely more optimistic after the game than before it. Strange for a 3-0 defeat obviously. Yeah, we didn't get a total kicking - although I get the impression they could've given us one if they'd been up for it - we contained them for long periods in the first half anyway, and we could have scored a couple if we'd have had better finishing or Carroll's head hadn't been shaped like a 50 pence piece. Speaking of heads, the best thing from Monday was that their heads didn't go down, which was what I was worried about and that bodes well for the rest of the season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I'm actually encouraged by our game against Man Utd, we didn't get completely annihilated and battled hard for the whole game, if we keep that kind of attitude this year (with help from some new signings) ten we should be able to stay up I am as well, I'm definitely more optimistic after the game than before it. Strange for a 3-0 defeat obviously. Yeah, we didn't get a total kicking - although I get the impression they could've given us one if they'd been up for it - we contained them for long periods in the first half anyway, and we could have scored a couple if we'd have had better finishing or Carroll's head hadn't been shaped like a 50 pence piece. Speaking of heads, the best thing from Monday was that their heads didn't go down, which was what I was worried about and that bodes well for the rest of the season. I know it's talent that really defines the final outcome but it was excellent to see them keep their heads up. If they can do that all season, i'd fancy us to take it right down to the wire, with a good chance of staying up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Roger Kint Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Not convinced we were ever in for those players. I never said we were, just saying they are players that would have improved us at good prices Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthiGeordie Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Where is the Ben Arfa thread? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Where is the Ben Arfa thread? What thread? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Geordie Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Aye - I was wondering as well. Has it been binned or moved to the HoF? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Where is the Ben Arfa thread? Hidden from all of those who weren't being sensible. If you give me £100 i can sneak you in though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Everytime this is bumped I think it might be discussing new rumours. Especially thought it would be some flamboyant player as Chris was the last to post. I was wrong Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest je85 Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Where is the Ben Arfa thread? He's signed, speculation thread deleted. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Aye - you see Chris' name and think it is an exotic media source Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthiGeordie Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I hate you lot... It is a nice thread if you don't like it don't go and read it. Taking it away is not fair. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I hate you lot... It is a nice thread if you don't like it don't go and read it. Taking it away is not fair. :lol: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Never heard of Hatem Ben Arfa anyways. Sounds a bit foreign for my liking. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChezGiven Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I noticed when linked to it the other day that there is a poster on the footymad forum called Ethi_toon who speaks perfectly good english. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElDiablo Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 As if EthiGeordie is 32. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
midds Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Has that even been confirmed as accepted? We bid 2.5m. Hang on lads, hold your horses - this lad knows exactly what bids we've made. Let me guess, you can't tell us how you know, but you know. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Heneage Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Has that even been confirmed as accepted? We bid 2.5m. Hang on lads, hold your horses - this lad knows exactly what bids we've made. Let me guess, you can't tell us how you know, but you know. Someone's a little cranky. I'm not claiming ITK at all on this one. Not the best sources, but other more reliable places have mentioned us watching him too. http://www.tribalfootball.com/newcastle-made-check-fc-twente-midfielder-tiote-cheick-1037551 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/competitions/premier-league/7915859/Premier-League-Transfer-Talk-Club-by-club-Football-Transfers-Football-Rumours-July-28.html http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/article?contentId=2076177 http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11095_6304588,00.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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