Cronky Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 My point was more that you can read into anything and twist it into something it's not. You're drastically overanalysing it, imo. Yeah, maybe. It's just a thought. He's just looked a little bit more subdued of late. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Conversely, if his Twitter is anything to go by, he's just about the most happy, settled player ever. Well, as I said, I don't know the personal angle, but during Hughton's spell in charge, he was probably our most improved player. And I think his performances have slipped a bit since Hughton's departure. Not a lot, just a bit, like he's lost a bit of confidence. he's been that way all season. defensivly solid but not getting forward as much (even when he's had acres of space in front of him) and his dsitribution is what keeps him out the national teams thinking. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 My point was more that you can read into anything and twist it into something it's not. You're drastically overanalysing it, imo. Yeah, maybe. It's just a thought. He's just looked a little bit more subdued of late. Could be just burnt out a little bit? Being our only LB means he plays probably a bit too often. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Transfer-news-Tottenham-outcast-David-Bentley-tops-Newcastle-s-wanted-list-now-that-a-David-Beckham-loan-is-unlikely-article663109.html Pardew said yesterday United may have to break its policy of only signing youngsters to protect the club’s Premier League status, saying his squad is “vulnerable”. He added: “Occasionally there does come a time, especially in the first year after promotion, when you sometimes need a guiding hand. Somebody that makes sure you just don’t get yourself in trouble, which can happen easily at this level. “You can go on a run of six games without a win and suddenly you’re in trouble. My argument against that particular policy of only signing youngsters for this window is that we have to make sure we’re open on all levels here, because we’re only halfway through the season and we’re vulnerable. “Andy Carroll’s injury proves how vulnerable all that can be. No, the policy hasn’t changed. The other thing you can argue is that perhaps one of the reasons why I’m sitting here is because I know that young player market, particularly in England, as well as any other Premier League manager and that’s something I’m looking at in this window too. “The most important thing for me, looking at this group, is that it doesn’t get destabilised as well. I don’t know what the impact of a senior player like a Robbie Keane or a David Beckham might have on this group. I have to be very careful that it’s the right impact and that’s something else I’ll discuss with my staff and the people in power who are here.” Get that helmet on Alan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Transfer-news-Tottenham-outcast-David-Bentley-tops-Newcastle-s-wanted-list-now-that-a-David-Beckham-loan-is-unlikely-article663109.html Pardew said yesterday United may have to break its policy of only signing youngsters to protect the club’s Premier League status, saying his squad is “vulnerable”. He added: “Occasionally there does come a time, especially in the first year after promotion, when you sometimes need a guiding hand. Somebody that makes sure you just don’t get yourself in trouble, which can happen easily at this level. “You can go on a run of six games without a win and suddenly you’re in trouble. My argument against that particular policy of only signing youngsters for this window is that we have to make sure we’re open on all levels here, because we’re only halfway through the season and we’re vulnerable. “Andy Carroll’s injury proves how vulnerable all that can be. No, the policy hasn’t changed. The other thing you can argue is that perhaps one of the reasons why I’m sitting here is because I know that young player market, particularly in England, as well as any other Premier League manager and that’s something I’m looking at in this window too. “The most important thing for me, looking at this group, is that it doesn’t get destabilised as well. I don’t know what the impact of a senior player like a Robbie Keane or a David Beckham might have on this group. I have to be very careful that it’s the right impact and that’s something else I’ll discuss with my staff and the people in power who are here.” Get that helmet on Alan. except he doesn't actually say anything. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 I really don't like how he keeps responding to particular players, or mentioning their names. Much preferred Hughtons way of keeping things quiet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 I really don't like how he keeps responding to particular players, or mentioning their names. Much preferred Hughtons way of keeping things quiet. i agree. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
midds Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Gives us more to talk about though. (Don't agree with it. 'Cards close to chest' should be the club motto) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Chubby Jason Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 It least he's a happy medium better Johnny Tight-Lips Hughton & Jimmy the gobshite Kinnear. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest palnese Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Hughon mentioned Ben Arfa quite often before he signed, did he not? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nordstrom Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Hughon mentioned Ben Arfa quite often before he signed, did he not? Chris "There has been no contact" Hughton Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Pardew said yesterday United may have to break its policy of only signing youngsters to protect the club’s Premier League status, saying his squad is “vulnerable”. He added: “Occasionally there does come a time, especially in the first year after promotion, when you sometimes need a guiding hand. Somebody that makes sure you just don’t get yourself in trouble, which can happen easily at this level. “You can go on a run of six games without a win and suddenly you’re in trouble. My argument against that particular policy of only signing youngsters for this window is that we have to make sure we’re open on all levels here, because we’re only halfway through the season and we’re vulnerable. “Andy Carroll’s injury proves how vulnerable all that can be. No, the policy hasn’t changed. The other thing you can argue is that perhaps one of the reasons why I’m sitting here is because I know that young player market, particularly in England, as well as any other Premier League manager and that’s something I’m looking at in this window too. “The most important thing for me, looking at this group, is that it doesn’t get destabilised as well. I don’t know what the impact of a senior player like a Robbie Keane or a David Beckham might have on this group. I have to be very careful that it’s the right impact and that’s something else I’ll discuss with my staff and the people in power who are here.” Agreed, Alan. The rest was unnecassary though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubaricho Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Really miss having a gaffer who knows how to keep his fucking mouth shut. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Aye. Still, atleast he's not going on about making bids for players when we actually haven't. See Kinnear/Lucas Neill. That fucking twat of a cunt was our manager. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Pardew declared: "I would like more dynamic speed in the team and that wouldn't be David Beckham. He wouldn't be somebody on our list. "People are suggesting we are in the market for him because I said I wanted an offensive player. "We have targets elsewhere with more chance of fruition. "There's a need for some athletic, speedy players, especially in wide areas to give us something different." Two players who will be on the agenda today are Tottenham's Robbie Keane and David Bentley. They do not fit in with Ashley's bid to cut the wage bill and invest in young talent. But Pardew insisted: "Occasionally there does come a time, especially in the first year after promotion, when you need a guiding hand and that might come from outside of that policy. "I always think the January transfer window is difficult. "There have been some really bad buys in this window, particularly in the foreign market. "There's talent below the Premier League, but there seems to be a general attitude of 'oh, they're not good enough'. "Charlie Adam of Blackpool is a great example of proving that completely wrong." Seems more likely we'll target the likes of Max Gradel, Jason Puncheon and Taarabt from the championship. Don't think any of Keane, Bentley or Beckham would be described as dynamic, athletic or speedy! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 I agree with him about pace. We're not able to punish teams on the break at the moment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Is Kuntz still around? He would be an offensive player. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxfree Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Fuc* Pardew. There's a reason for our new transfer policy you tit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 If Tuncay is going cheaply I wouldn't mind us signing him, would prefer to wait until the summer though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ads Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 If Tuncay is going cheaply I wouldn't mind us signing him, would prefer to wait until the summer though Aye, there doesn't seem to be much playing time for someone who can actually play down in Stoke. Wouldn't mind seeing him up here, reckon he'd be a really good foil for Carroll like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 yeah i'd take tuncay like Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 I agree with him about pace. We're not able to punish teams on the break at the moment. Think it's about rapid decision making as well, we don't have many players capable of that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sugoinufc Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Liverpool wants to sell Agger! afraid he is too expensive when you think of his injury history Tayor/Simpson Colo/Will/Taylor/Agger Jose/new lb to cover Jose That would be nice Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxfree Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 Liverpool wants to sell Agger! afraid he is too expensive when you think of his injury history Tayor/Simpson Colo/Will/Taylor/Agger Jose/new lb to cover Jose That would be nice Agger is a walking injury. No thanks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
womblemaster Posted January 4, 2011 Share Posted January 4, 2011 `I really don't like how he keeps responding to particular players, or mentioning their names` I prefer to hear regular quotes than silence or just constant denial. WIll be happy just to see anybody in the door atmo, hope its not lots of talk and little action. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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