AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Just now, 80 said: One question in my mind is is this kid so Everton that he detests us? The feeling’s mutual TBH. But he obviously has something and works incredibly hard. He seems a fairly traditional run-down-the-line type to me, which might be a benefit if the other side is ASM cutting in. Isn’t much like our other targets though, which is a little odd. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 I think he's an excellent player every time I've seen him. Yes he's a bit of a cunt and the diving is disappointing but I'd gladly take him. Anyhoo, unlikely to happen this window, as said. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest reefatoon Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 oof, £35m for that horrible little cunt. Ashworth oot Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 1 minute ago, Manxst said: Unless we’ve been told the price they want is actually even much higher so the 35m IS a negotiation? Yeah, fair enough. Not sure he’s worth any more than 35, but it’s nice to be in a situation where we can bully little old Everton. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 For those suggesting Olise has a release clause, Palace fans are adamant he doesn’t have one in his contract. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokerprince2004 Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 We've assembled a team of right handsome bastards in Schar, Wilson and Bruno so its a no from me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bada Bing Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Gordon is talented and tenacious, think he would be cracking long term signing to be honest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBez comesock Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 9 minutes ago, ponsaelius said: Diaby is a full French international (started recent games) who scored 17 goals and got 14 assists last season. Has 3 full proper seasons behind him for a European level team. Gordon has had only half a season of being dangerous and looked promising for a struggling side where contributing any kind of energy on the pitch was of value. 4 goals and 2 assists last season. Obviously the latter is a year younger and playing in a stronger league but honestly Gordon is just buzz at the moment. He could become a good player but it's no sure thing. He hasn't shown anything more than Tom Davies did when he first broke into their team. Leave it to those in charge They are more than competent Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, The Prophet said: Diaby and Gordon are mainly both potential at the moment. Diaby's numbers were much better in an inferior league, but they both have high ceilings. I don't think Diaby is just potential tbh. He's already starting games for France who have probably the strongest national side in the world. He has 3 full seasons behind him. Obviously at his age there is clear room for growth too but there is output and reputation in the here and now. Gordon has only really had half a season of looking like a promising PL player. I rate him and he's showed a lot of promise but it's not a sure thing. I think 35 million is a big gamble. Looking at Grand Old Team it's a mix of 'take the money' or wanting to keep him purely out of principle as they dont want another player to leave or wouldn't want to see him come to us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 (edited) I'm sure he's a talent has a high ceiling but £35m+ for a good half season? His FBRef stats are also shite. No thanks. Diaby at £45m-£60m is still much better value. Hope we don't pursue this one. Edited July 6, 2022 by HaydnNUFC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 5 minutes ago, Willow said: I think he's an excellent player every time I've seen him. Yes he's a bit of a cunt and the diving is disappointing but I'd gladly take him. Anyhoo, unlikely to happen this window, as said. With Ashworths contacts he must have been tipped the wink about his availability Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 7 minutes ago, Kimbo said: I’d take Sarr over Gordon any day. Nah, Gordon's potential ceiling is miles higher. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbo Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Just now, The Prophet said: Nah, Gordon's potential ceiling is miles higher. I’ve not followed him closely but my impression has been that he’s an average player. I’m surprised he’s even getting a mention. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samptime29 Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Hard no on Gordon. Works hard but zero end product. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, Pokerprince2004 said: We've assembled a team of right handsome bastards in Schar, Wilson and Bruno so its a no from me. What if Gordon had a haircut, maybe some plastic surgery and a little light make-up, would that sway you? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoot Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Whoever they decide to go for, I'm comfortable with. We have to trust Howe and Ashworth here. People saying "fuck no" are probably the same ones that said similar when we signed Targett and Burn. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
et tu brute Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 6 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: For those suggesting Olise has a release clause, Palace fans are adamant he doesn’t have one in his contract. Nearly every premiership player has a release clause now. I'd be very surprised if he doesn't. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Do not want Gordon. Feel like he could be another flash in the pan. He’s looked good playing for a shit side. Because he runs around a lot and is direct and fearless. Seems like an absolute wanker on the pitch and a diving twat. Which I’m sure we suddenly wouldn’t mind as much if he signed. But would rather the money was spent on someone else. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Fwiw I'd be happy and confident with whoever we went with because we have good people in recruitment now - just personally don't feel Gordon has shown enough to justify that fee and wouldn't feel confident of him adding significant end product in the immediate here and now (which is what we need). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BennyBlanco Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 1 hour ago, 54 said: Stinks of Sissoko v2.0 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattoon Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Happy with all the wingers we've been linked with. Admittedly Gordon is a bit of a deflating option after being linked to Diaby, however I do like Gordon's ability, I watched a lot of Evertons games in the run in last season and he was outstanding and a core reason they survived the drop. Yes, he's a diver and dirty player, but that was Everton's modus operandi last season and he bought into it. That's something that can be trained out of him. He's fast, direct and not scared to take a man on. He might not be the glamorous signing we all want but he is a good little player with untapped potential, plus we plunge Everton further down by buying up the only other decent player they had last season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_R Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 I've only really watched Gordon against us, but he looked decent and quite threatening. Abhorrent cunt though, which I'd really struggle to overlook. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillingtonMag Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, Scoot said: Whoever they decide to go for, I'm comfortable with. We have to trust Howe and Ashworth here. People saying "fuck no" are probably the same ones that said similar when we signed Targett and Burn. It's a forum people are going to give their opinion on players we can't just say we trust the manager and board on everything can we . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 Could never warm to Gordon, one of my most disliked players currently Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 He's obviously better than him but he reminds me a bit of Callum McManaman when he broke through at Wigan. Eye catching because he's direct, fearless and plays with a chip on his shoulder. Struggling side so everything goes through him. However there's a lot of work needed in terms of end product and it really could go either way long term imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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