Mountain Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 5 hours ago, Barnes23 said: Henderson would be underwhelming, not convinced he's even as good as Dubravka as things stand. Looked good at Sheffield United under Wilder in part because of their defensive setup, similar to the way that goalkeepers enhance their reputation at Burnley (low block, limiting of space, inviting long-range efforts from the opposition). Aside from that, there's little evidence right now that he's a top six level goalkeeper - and that's the level we should be looking at if we're looking to improve on Dubravka (imo, not a priority this summer). I agree. That being said I'll be happy about it. More signings please barkeep. I can't be the only one that enjoys signings regardless. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountain Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 2 hours ago, Super Duper Branko Strupar said: None of Villa's CBs have performced well this season. I always thought Hause was their better CB but he's been poor as well when Ive seen him. Wouldnt take any of them. Dont rate McGinn either, doesnt show up for the most part imo. IMO McGinn is the archetypal top half prem footballer but will never, ever be a top player. He's decent enough but there's no genuine top quality there, and there never will be. He's a Mark Noble type of player. He was just good enough to hang around but have you ever seen him on a team sheet and thought, "Oh, he's a threat, he'll boss the midfield, he'll keep us at bay" No for me, but maybe I'm wrong. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
et tu brute Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 1 hour ago, Mountain said: IMO McGinn is the archetypal top half prem footballer but will never, ever be a top player. He's decent enough but there's no genuine top quality there, and there never will be. He's a Mark Noble type of player. He was just good enough to hang around but have you ever seen him on a team sheet and thought, "Oh, he's a threat, he'll boss the midfield, he'll keep us at bay" No for me, but maybe I'm wrong. Oersonally I think McGinn is a bottom half premier league player. Wouldn't touch him or Mings with a barge pole. Neither are of the standard to which I think this club is trying to achieve. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaztoon Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 I would like to file a motion I motion that the word underwhelming as of now is banned until the end of the transfer window. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manxst Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 6 minutes ago, Gaztoon said: I would like to file a motion I motion that the word underwhelming as of now is banned until the end of the transfer window. Along with ‘Tarkowski’. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 6 minutes ago, Manxst said: Along with ‘Tarkowski’. And Lingard. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keegans Export Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 REDACTED would be a really REDACTED signing. Wow, mods worked quickly on that one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaztoon Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 9 minutes ago, Keegans Export said: REDACTED would be a really REDACTED signing. Wow, mods worked quickly on that one. 🤣 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Strong rumours of a Henderson loan. Like it as a loan if we have a decent option to buy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 4 hours ago, et tu brute said: Oersonally I think McGinn is a bottom half premier league player. Wouldn't touch him or Mings with a barge pole. Neither are of the standard to which I think this club is trying to achieve. Long term I think the club is trying to achieve top four and trophies, but realistically that won't happen quickly. Most of the top players will opt for clubs in the Champions League, and so some of our targets will be beyond our reach, even if we're able to compete financially. And there seems to be more impetus behind the enforcing of FFP than previously. If it happens, it'll happen in stages. I think Tarkowski is as good an option as MIngs and will be much cheaper. Neither of them are what you might call 'top class', but I doubt whether that's a realistic aim just yet anyway. However, we don't have a player like McGinn, and whilst his ball-winning abilities are his chief asset, he's not at all bad when it comes to distribution. Villa will be very reluctant to let him go, but if there's a chance, I'd sign him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 25 minutes ago, The College Dropout said: Strong rumours of a Henderson loan. Like it as a loan if we have a decent option to buy. Yeah if it’s option rather than obligation it’d be a brilliant deal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeordieDazzler Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Diego Swafega been linked yet? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghandis Flip-Flop Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 9 minutes ago, GeordieDazzler said: Diego Swafega been linked yet? i think this is the year, when we finally wash our hands of this rumour Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Good. Dont give them a penny for anything. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 (edited) Tarkowski, Henderson/City’s young keeper, Ndicka, Targett, Paquetta, Isak and Ekitike. That’s what I’m predicting and would be delighted with that. I would really like a defensive midfielder and Hickey, but we won’t be able to do everything this summer. If Phillips becomes available for a knock down price due to Leeds relegation that might change our plans slightly. Edited May 20, 2022 by Whitley mag Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Need a proper natural right sided forward/winger of good quality. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaztoon Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Really hope we do now ..just so that pillock is proven wrong. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronson333 Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 5 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: Let’s string the fuckers along like they tried with us over Lindgard Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 Just now, Ikon said: Need a proper natural right sided forward/winger of good quality. I think this aswell but I’ve got a feeling if they shell out for Paquetta that’ll not happen, unless they go for a young prospect like Johnson from Forrest. I wonder if Ekitike or that other young French striker we we’re linked with might be used as a wide forward at times. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sushimonster85 Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 I imagine Man Utd are fucking about with the fee at the end of the loan. That or Ten Hag actually likes the look of Henderson. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 (edited) In terms of CBs we currently have Burn (will be kept as just signed), Lascelles (will be kept as known to be good leader/around the dressing room), Schar (will be kept as just signed new contract), Fern (will likely leave), Clark (will leave). Leaves us with 3 out and out CBs so it could be possible that we only sign 1 CB this summer, its unlikely we will need more than 4 using this 4-3-3 when we will be moving 2 on anyway.. 2 that havnt played under Howe since Jan. Either we spend big on 1 or we may even sign Tarkowski and just leave it at that, saving funds for areas that are probably more key issues right now. Edited May 20, 2022 by Nine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 If we only get one Cb it has to be a very athletic one of high quality and good on the ball. We lack recovery pace at the back if anything. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sushimonster85 Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 8 minutes ago, Nine said: In terms of CBs we currently have Burn (will be kept as just signed), Lascelles (will be kept as known to be good leader/around the dressing room), Schar (will be kept as just signed new contract), Fern (will likely leave), Clark (will leave). Leaves us with 3 out and out CBs so it could be possible that we only sign 1 CB this summer, its unlikely we will need more than 4 using this 4-3-3 when we will be moving 2 on anyway.. 2 that havnt played under Howe since Jan. Either we spend big on 1 or we may even sign Tarkowski and just leave it at that, saving funds for areas that are probably more key issues right now. If we are operating with a more conservative budget then I totally think they'll sign Tarkowski and leave it at that. Means you have Schar, Burn, Tarkowski and Lascelles. First the three to fight it out over the starting slots, Lascelles is fine as backup. Save as much money for a striker as possible. I reckon (given we have a solid 8th/7th/6th finish) we will go out and try to get a highly rated, younger (likely European) CB. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 20, 2022 Share Posted May 20, 2022 36 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: Nice and vague that. Plenty of wiggle room if he signs, "I told you so" if he doesn't. Top work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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