madras Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Be a bit crap if it didn't happen like., aye, could be a meltdown for some. if he were to sign where (as in which position,you pedants) do you see him playing ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeloEmre Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Be a bit crap if it didn't happen like., aye, could be a meltdown for some. if he were to sign where (as in which position,you pedants) do you see him playing ? Behind Carroll. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 So if what we're led to believe is true, a current French international would rather join us than Hoffenhiem, Benfica or Rubin Kazan. Alright two of those are not traditionally 'big' clubs, but all have done far, far better than we have in recent times. Even if he just plans to use us as a stepping stone then it's pretty positive news that we're an attractive option for such a player. Makes you wonder what we could do, with our current transfer policy, with a bit of cash. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 this is nufc something will cock this deal up Schweinsteiger-esque Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 this is nufc something will cock this deal up 1/3...better offer from elsewhere 4/5...wages evens ...medical 2/1...missing paperwork 5/1....russian forest fire spread across europe and season is suspended. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Fingers crossed no bigger Prem teams come in for him then! better team surely (or you'll be opening a 1000page can of worms) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest malandro Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I'm really confused as to why he wants to play for us so badly, I know people have said its the lure of the Premiership, but he's turned down way better teams to get here - reportedly. He doesn't have a large family that wish to claim benefits does he? Apart from the OTT wages, what is the lure of the Premiership? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 For any Bet365 subscribers, you can watch tonight's Marseille game streamed for free on there. I've got money on them so I've got it on, will try and keep an eye out for him coming off the bench. He's on the field now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Just went on a wonder run for Marseille. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I hope he doesn't play too well or they might keep him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Be a bit crap if it didn't happen like., aye, could be a meltdown for some. if he were to sign where (as in which position,you pedants) do you see him playing ? Behind Carroll. thats where i'd like to see him. (even a 3 of him,jonas and routledge being mobile...pulling wide etc but not rigidly left or right) with barton and nolan behind them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I'm really confused as to why he wants to play for us so badly, I know people have said its the lure of the Premiership, but he's turned down way better teams to get here - reportedly. He doesn't have a large family that wish to claim benefits does he? Apart from the OTT wages, what is the lure of the Premiership? Some of the world's best players to play with and against, in some of the world's best stadia. The prestige of the league and the adulation players receive is second to none. Even if you don't rate the quality of the football, the lure is obvious. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I hope he doesn't play too well or they might keep him. I think they probably have a fair idea of how good he is by now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieDazzler Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I'm really confused as to why he wants to play for us so badly, I know people have said its the lure of the Premiership, but he's turned down way better teams to get here - reportedly. He doesn't have a large family that wish to claim benefits does he? Koosday and Tiger Tiger innit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I hope he doesn't play too well or they might keep him. I think they probably have a fair idea of how good he is by now Suppose Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Let's be honest, if the competition if a French and German side, it's obvious. Both leagues are terrible. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest taps01 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Strange that he is playing if a deal is close! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Farewell appearance? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Strange that he is playing if a deal is close! trying to drum up interest from big clubs to get a transfer fee? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest secteur2010 Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Strange that he is playing if a deal is close! Injury scuppers deal "At least we tried" line trotted out by NUFC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest malandro Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I'm really confused as to why he wants to play for us so badly, I know people have said its the lure of the Premiership, but he's turned down way better teams to get here - reportedly. He doesn't have a large family that wish to claim benefits does he? Apart from the OTT wages, what is the lure of the Premiership? Some of the world's best players to play with and against, in some of the world's best stadia. The prestige of the league and the adulation players receive is second to none. Even if you don't rate the quality of the football, the lure is obvious. Bollocks. Most the world’s best footballers don’t play in the PL and players don’t make career moves based on the quality of the stadia at away games. They want to go to clubs that can win things, failing that they chase the wonga. As we have no chance of winning anything it must be the money that’s luring him to the EPL. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 I'm really confused as to why he wants to play for us so badly, I know people have said its the lure of the Premiership, but he's turned down way better teams to get here - reportedly. He doesn't have a large family that wish to claim benefits does he? Apart from the OTT wages, what is the lure of the Premiership? Some of the world's best players to play with and against, in some of the world's best stadia. The prestige of the league and the adulation players receive is second to none. Even if you don't rate the quality of the football, the lure is obvious. Bollocks. Most the world’s best footballers don’t play in the PL and players don’t make career moves based on the quality of the stadia at away games. They want to go to clubs that can win things, failing that they chase the wonga. As we have no chance of winning anything it must be the money that’s luring him to the EPL. Why ask then? You have a pretty depressing view of football. Thought about following rugby instead? The club can't win with you, the other week you were moaning we weren't ambitious enough. Now we're only in with a chance of getting this guy because of the money. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Aaaaaallllways look on the bright side of life, de dum de dum, de dum... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Just made a goal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 ben arfa sets up equaliser Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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