joeyt Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Thought he was Finnished Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sifu Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Thought he was Finnished tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Honestly, joeyt, just never post again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberto2005 Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Thought he was Finnished Ehh? He's only 28 mannn. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 http://www.thefootballramble.com/blog/entry/keeping-up-with-the-jones An undisputed master of all facets of football management at the highest level, Sir Alex Ferguson is a man with nothing left to prove. Indeed, one of the enduring features of his distinguished tenure at Manchester United has been his ability to replenish and rejuvenate his squad on an almost annual basis, his changes and acquisitions leading to further success with unerring regularity. Ferguson’s recruitment strategy this summer was clearly geared towards signing relatively young players with a view to the future; Ashley Young, David de Gea and Phil Jones all arriving at Old Trafford for a combined total of around £44m. While all three are extremely talented individuals, the speed at which this youthful, new-look United has settled and begun to play scintillating football must have surprised even the most enthusiastic and optimistic of supporters. Phil Jones may have been perhaps the least heralded of the three summer buys, but the former Blackburn Rovers defender has taken to life in a red shirt with consummate ease. It would be myopic to suggest that Manchester United has been the making of Jones – he was consistently impressive during his time in the first team at Ewood Park, but his early displays for the Red Devils have highlighted his great maturity through his ability to deal with the pressure of playing for one of the world’s most high-profile clubs. An assured, unflappable defender, Jones has brought his confidence and versatility to a wider audience since arriving at Old Trafford. Indeed, Saturday’s trip to Bolton Wanderers’ Reebok Stadium – a resounding 5-0 victory for United – saw Jones put in his best performance since making the short move from Lancashire to Greater Manchester. Thrust into action at right-back with Chris Smalling being rested following the rigours of international duty, Jones was matched up against the tricky Martin Petrov and handled the often incisive winger with great confidence. While Jones’ defensive play wasn’t flawless (Petrov was able to attempt seventeen crosses over the course of the afternoon), the Bulgarian was restricted to just one successful dribble and not a single shot on target as the young full-back continually prevented his experienced opponent from cutting inside. As assured as the majority of his defensive play was, it was in going forward that Jones most spectacularly caught the eye. Having taken the lead through Javier Hernandez after just five minutes, United extended their lead a quarter of an hour later as Jones got himself into the final third to deliver a pinpoint cross which was duly converted by Wayne Rooney. Despite not being a natural right-back, the England U21 international’s intelligent offensive movement was a clear indication of his growing versatility. Better was to come from Jones in the build-up to United’s third as he embarked on a jinking run through the heart of the Bolton defence, beating three opponents as he carved through open spaces with a commanding dexterity on the ball. His eventual shot was blocked, falling to Rooney who turned it in and immediately ran to Jones by way of congratulation. For such a young and inexperienced defender it was a remarkably cultured performance in a position which is known not to be his favourite. Jones’ defensive abilities have been patently clear since his Blackburn days, but Saturday’s game underlined just how potent a threat he can be going forward when required. When he was initially signed from Blackburn there were some doubts expressed as to whether or not Jones was ready to make the step up to play for Manchester United. It was thought that the young centre-back was perhaps too raw to slot straight into Ferguson’s team, too unsubtle to make an immediate impact at such a prestigious club. However, Jones has shown that he is a quick learner and, what is more, a far more cultured defender than many have given him credit for in the past. Signed for the future and yet already producing performances of great class, Jones is becoming an integral part of a team which has begun the season in imperious form and looks set to mount yet another major push for the Premier League title this season. On a steep upward curve of development and surely yet to reach his peak, the boy from Preston looks set to become a fixture in a Manchester United – and very probably an England – shirt in the years to come. For Phil Jones, this is just the beginning. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delima Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 http://www.epltalk.com/wenger-panic-buys-and-historical-truths-in-the-transfer-market-34460 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormy Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Can't believe Forsell is only 28, like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxfree Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Can't believe Forsell is only 28, like. Mikael? 30, in that case. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wormy Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Ah right. Still doesn't feel like he should be that young, like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasper Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 More Finns for Leeds http://www.leedsunited.com/news/20110913/international-midfielder-signs_2247585_2449861 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenham Mag Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 More Finns for Leeds http://www.leedsunited.com/news/20110913/international-midfielder-signs_2247585_2449861 Is that a lesbian? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Chelsea-striker-Fernando-Torres-set-to-be-loaned-back-to-Spain-article800881.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sifu Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 This past year has gone well for Fernando then Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Marca is claiming that Madrid have closed the €60m signing of Neymar, and he has passed a medical in Brazil. It won't be completed until after the London Olympics. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Marcus Hahnemann. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 why have Everton signed Hahnemann Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 He's there Rob Elliot Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sifu Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Marcus Hahnemann. Odd signing. Who's your current second choice btw? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlacknWhiteArmy Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Awful keeper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Jan Mucha was in net for the CC game in midweek iirc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
QBG Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Beckham to meet with PSG officials this week apparently. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sifu Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Beckham to meet with PSG officials this week apparently. Interesting, can definitely see him moving there if given the opportunity. Sven's also said today that he's still interested in taking Beckham to Leicester. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Heneage Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 He better sort his hair out if he does move there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David28 Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Still think Becks could a very good job in the PL. His game hasn't changed since his Man Utd days. Just his age. But his style of play has always been the same. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted October 5, 2011 Share Posted October 5, 2011 Still think Becks could a very good job in the PL. His game hasn't changed since his Man Utd days. Just his age. But his style of play has always been the same. When he was at his peak a lot of his game was based on his work ethic, and he hasn't got the legs anymore to keep up that high intensity. His short passing game has also never been the greatest, so he doesn't have that to compensate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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