Tisd09 Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Could you imagine how much better our squad would look like with Santon, Pieters and say Sturridge on loan added to it. Those three are all attainable, I am assuming Sturridge is given the players that Chelsea have signed. If Ashley just went that little step beyond we would have a decent squad who at its best could possible threaten the top 8, as it stands we seem very fragile. We have won games without playing well, but saying that the quality of opposition haven't been great, even Arsenal, who are obviously better than us but have been comfortably outplayed by Liverpool and Man Utd. Confidence in the camp seems high at the moment, I worryu when our backs are against the wall. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest schmuck Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 What's going on with Sturridge at this point? He can't be staying at Chelsea as there are too many players ahead of him. Don't think there are any players ahead of him tbh, he was incredible in pre season and Villas Boas rates him, I think we'll see him in a front 3 with Torres and Mata now he's back from suspension. I'm amazed how down some people are on a loan for Macheda though, Ba has just shown the first signs of being the player we thought, in which case he'll be a more than good enough 1st choice, Best will continue to graft and get goals, and of course Pardew hearts Shola. Add Macheda to that and it's very healthy competition for what will in all liklihood be 1 striking position when HBA returns. Some people are so transfixed on a big fee marquee striker it's almost demented, I fear for their mental health. It's just possible that there isn't an outstanding target out there now, it's not gonna kill us to keep our powder dry and wait for one if that's the case Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoU Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 What's going on with Sturridge at this point? He can't be staying at Chelsea as there are too many players ahead of him. Don't think there are any players ahead of him tbh, he was incredible in pre season and Villas Boas rates him, I think we'll see him in a front 3 with Torres and Mata now he's back from suspension. I'm amazed how down some people are on a loan for Macheda though, Ba has just shown the first signs of being the player we thought, in which case he'll be a more than good enough 1st choice, Best will continue to graft and get goals, and of course Pardew hearts Shola. Add Macheda to that and it's very healthy competition for what will in all liklihood be 1 striking position when HBA returns. Some people are so transfixed on a big fee marquee striker it's almost demented, I fear for their mental health. It's just possible that there isn't an outstanding target out there now, it's not gonna kill us to keep our powder dry and wait for one if that's the case Mike? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinotheprehistoricgeordie Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 What's going on with Sturridge at this point? He can't be staying at Chelsea as there are too many players ahead of him. Don't think there are any players ahead of him tbh, he was incredible in pre season and Villas Boas rates him, I think we'll see him in a front 3 with Torres and Mata now he's back from suspension. I'm amazed how down some people are on a loan for Macheda though, Ba has just shown the first signs of being the player we thought, in which case he'll be a more than good enough 1st choice, Best will continue to graft and get goals, and of course Pardew hearts Shola. Add Macheda to that and it's very healthy competition for what will in all liklihood be 1 striking position when HBA returns. Some people are so transfixed on a big fee marquee striker it's almost demented, I fear for their mental health. It's just possible that there isn't an outstanding target out there now, it's not gonna kill us to keep our powder dry and wait for one if that's the case The thing with Macheda is that he hasn't really shown anything great apart fomr that one goal against Aston Villa. Would much rather develop Sammy or Vuckic than him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themanupstairs Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 What's going on with Sturridge at this point? He can't be staying at Chelsea as there are too many players ahead of him. Don't think there are any players ahead of him tbh, he was incredible in pre season and Villas Boas rates him, I think we'll see him in a front 3 with Torres and Mata now he's back from suspension. I'm amazed how down some people are on a loan for Macheda though, Ba has just shown the first signs of being the player we thought, in which case he'll be a more than good enough 1st choice, Best will continue to graft and get goals, and of course Pardew hearts Shola. Add Macheda to that and it's very healthy competition for what will in all liklihood be 1 striking position when HBA returns. Some people are so transfixed on a big fee marquee striker it's almost demented, I fear for their mental health. It's just possible that there isn't an outstanding target out there now, it's not gonna kill us to keep our powder dry and wait for one if that's the case Good post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 We needed another forward before we sold Carroll, so that's nearly 9 months. The powder is no longer dry, it's evaporated. You can't blame people for wanting our own forward rather than just giving experience to one of the big boys forwards. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I have to say though, people seem far more accepting of news that isn't as positive. why do you think that is? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I'm thinking Macheda is probably a last gasp backup in case we don't land any of our other targets - still desperately hoping for movement on Maiga or Roux.... thing is to me thats not the worst idea in history to have a backup ready, while not exactly happy if we got Macheda its better than Lovenkrands playing Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punk77 Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 What's going on with Sturridge at this point? He can't be staying at Chelsea as there are too many players ahead of him. Don't think there are any players ahead of him tbh, he was incredible in pre season and Villas Boas rates him, I think we'll see him in a front 3 with Torres and Mata now he's back from suspension. I'm amazed how down some people are on a loan for Macheda though, Ba has just shown the first signs of being the player we thought, in which case he'll be a more than good enough 1st choice, Best will continue to graft and get goals, and of course Pardew hearts Shola. Add Macheda to that and it's very healthy competition for what will in all liklihood be 1 striking position when HBA returns. Some people are so transfixed on a big fee marquee striker it's almost demented, I fear for their mental health. It's just possible that there isn't an outstanding target out there now, it's not gonna kill us to keep our powder dry and wait for one if that's the case :clap: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Bendtner is on his way-out of Arsenal, I'd take him to be honest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 id take chamakh same Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinotheprehistoricgeordie Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Bendtner is on his way-out of Arsenal, I'd take him to be honest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest teepee Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 i'm also thinking loan striker - bendtner, sturridge, macheda - don't think chamakh, unless they bring in a heavyweight (and wenger is too much of a cheapskate for that...) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 i'm also thinking loan striker - bendtner, sturridge, macheda - don't think chamakh, unless they bring in a heavyweight (and wenger is too much of a cheapskate for that...) Sturridge won't be loaned imho part of their 1st team plans Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomas Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 i'm also thinking loan striker - bendtner, sturridge, macheda - don't think chamakh, unless they bring in a heavyweight (and wenger is too much of a cheapskate for that...) Sturridge won't be loaned imho part of their 1st team plans "Sturridge is in my 1st team plans" *buys Lukaku* - Andre Trollas Boas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 i'm also thinking loan striker - bendtner, sturridge, macheda - don't think chamakh, unless they bring in a heavyweight (and wenger is too much of a cheapskate for that...) Sturridge won't be loaned imho part of their 1st team plans "Sturridge is in my 1st team plans" *buys Lukaku* - Andre Trollas Boas. You forgot about the part where he loans Lukaku out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novocastrian Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 i'm also thinking loan striker - bendtner, sturridge, macheda - don't think chamakh, unless they bring in a heavyweight (and wenger is too much of a cheapskate for that...) Sturridge won't be loaned imho part of their 1st team plans "Sturridge is in my 1st team plans" *buys Lukaku* - Andre Trollas Boas. I'm sure Anderlecht asked to keep Lukaku on loan for this season and Chelsea refused. Can't see why they would loan him out. Even less chance with Drogba's injury. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbydazzla Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 I also put this on the Bolek thread but I saw Rob Elliot in Jesmond this morning so it looks like his move is back on. I can barely contain my excrement. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Could not sign a Carroll replacement in a few months, could not sign Enrique's replacement in a few weeks but now we have to have faith they can do it in under 48 hours. I don't think there is a word to describe how angry I am, I mean the word angry does not even come close.. livid.. kna not close.. furious.. kna still not close Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Could not sign a Carroll replacement in a few months, could not sign Enrique's replacement in a few weeks but now we have to have faith they can do it in under 48 hours. I don't think there is a word to describe how angry I am, I mean the word angry does not even come close.. livid.. kna not close.. furious.. kna still not close think happy thoughts Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novocastrian Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Could not sign a Carroll replacement in a few months, could not sign Enrique's replacement in a few weeks but now we have to have faith they can do it in under 48 hours. I don't think there is a word to describe how angry I am, I mean the word angry does not even come close.. livid.. kna not close.. furious.. kna still not close Too right, millions banked from player sales (and saved wages) and we are still standing around scratching our balls and scrabbling, seemingly, for a loan signing. Would not surprise me in the slightest to have Macheda brought in on loan. I don't want any player on loan, not even Sturridge. We are, realistically, still one of the richest clubs in the PL, therefore the world, and I cannot believe we can't affored to pay for a suitable striker to replace Carrol. It's fucking ridiculous!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 .com say that Charlton keeper is up here for a medical. What the fuck? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 .com say that Charlton keeper is up here for a medical. What the fuck? first Maiga now this are we just buying Charlton and Socheaux off from their tapping up allegations Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinotheprehistoricgeordie Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 Forster must be leaving.......? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbydazzla Posted August 30, 2011 Share Posted August 30, 2011 .com say that Charlton keeper is up here for a medical. What the f***? He definitely is. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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