AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Id defo want Long over Erdinc like, however id rather not lose Best in the process. These are my thoughts too. Thirded, but I know Best is about the only player we could offer who they're likely to accept. Assuming Shola is untouchable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam1 Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Exactly. If we get all those in early ill be chuffed, but itll make a boring next two months watching everyone else sign players. Catch 22 like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Antec Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I think once we get Long and mebbies N'Zogbia in thats us done. Add in Taylor and it would be a fantastic window Provided Jose stays. and that or sign a decent replacement if he goes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sifu Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 What Sewelly said. Mind you, the wingers the Mirror have linked us with..... I wonder who they'll think of next..... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtype Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 At this point I'm definitely desperate enough to be happy about signing Shane Long. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 At this point I'm definitely desperate enough to be happy about signing Shane Long. Still a bit torn on Long, can see potential but still very undecided but why are you desperate this early? Because we missed out on our first couple of targets? One of which most thought was well out of our league anyway? If it turns out like Zenden/Robert and Jeffers/Bellamy it will be for the best anyway Still a long way to go, won't be getting concerned until we are heading towards the last couple of weeks in September, we're only 9 days into the (2 month?) transfer window and we have enough to start the season with in the players we already have imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BooBoo Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 It's a little concerning that from reports we're already at 4th choice after we were snubbed by Gamiero, Erdinc and Gervinho. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 It's a little concerning that from reports we're already at 4th choice after we were snubbed by Gamiero, Erdinc and Gervinho. That's just reality though isn't it? If you go for top players they might turn you down, and if they do you need to have other targets. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 It's a little concerning that from reports we're already at 4th choice after we were snubbed by Gamiero, Erdinc and Gervinho. i think its reassuring at least theres a few backup plans ready Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BooBoo Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I think though as part of scouting you should be assessing the likelihood of the player being interested. It sounds like the aforementioned trio were never keen on joining so why waste so much time pursuing them? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Long has played in the Premiership and was perfectly ok as far as I remember. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 It's a little concerning that from reports we're already at 4th choice after we were snubbed by Gamiero, Erdinc and Gervinho. That's just reality though isn't it? If you go for top players they might turn you down, and if they do you need to have other targets. We got Ba - what number choice was he? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ameritoon Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Officially bored of this window now. Indeed. My excitement slowly died down over the past few weeks. I just need real football back now. I'm sure a new signing will get me excited again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I'd be happpy with Long. He could well be the best striker Ireland have produceed in a generation hardly difficult, only proven prem level striker we've produced since Keane was Kevin Doyle Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Officially bored of this window now. Indeed. My excitement slowly died down over the past few weeks. I just need real football back now. I'm sure a new signing will get me excited again. Go on Youtube - its done wonders for me Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveMc Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I'd be happpy with Long. He could well be the best striker Ireland have produceed in a generation hardly difficult, only proven prem level striker we've produced since Keane was Kevin Doyle It was an ironic quote from this morning's Journal. Not sure how long generations are in Ireland - but I'd place Keane, Doyle and Long in the same one. AS such if he's the best of that bunch it's reasonably impressive Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
midds Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 We were never ever going to get every single player we went for. I'm pleased with who we've picked up and the fees we've paid for them and I'm hoping we're still looking to improve the squad right up 'til August 31st. We've spent relatively little so far, balanced the books on wages (ish) and still should have a bit of wedge tucked away if the right players come along. Still only into July and a long way to go yet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I think though as part of scouting you should be assessing the likelihood of the player being interested. It sounds like the aforementioned trio were never keen on joining so why waste so much time pursuing them? Without tapping them up how would we know that? Seems like we put in offers which were either acceptable or not far off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 We were never ever going to get every single player we went for. I'm pleased with who we've picked up and the fees we've paid for them and I'm hoping we're still looking to improve the squad right up 'til August 31st. We've spent relatively little so far, balanced the books on wages (ish) and still should have a bit of wedge tucked away if the right players come along. Still only into July and a long way to go yet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilko Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I think our early business suggests that if there's players that become available at the right price towards the end of the window, we'll be looking at those on top of the targets already identified. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Arsenal have confirmed Bendtner is in talks with another club, doesn't mention a name but we have been linked in the past. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I would definitely take him here, I understand I am in a minority but when I have seen him he has looked a talented player even if he thinks he is a very, very talented player. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordie jamie Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I would sign him aswell Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Would be ecstatic to have Bendtner here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Probably some german club. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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