Yorkie Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 If he replayed his West Ham form it would obviously be a terrific signing but I don't necessarily feel that there's a Lingard-shaped hole in the team atm. Bruno, Shelvey and Joe are the midfield three, with Longstaff (who has a contract to play for) and Willock (surely those green shoots of recovery at Leeds indicate all is not lost) waiting in the wings. Assuming all the signings work out, the only position that looks deficient - or maybe just unproductive - is RW, as Fraser is very limited, pressing capacity aside. Murphy as the backup obviously very limited/inconsistent too. Then again Howe is clearly a fan of the former so maybe he will improve. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 1 minute ago, Yorkie said: If he replayed his West Ham form it would obviously be a terrific signing but I don't necessarily feel that there's a Lingard-shaped hole in the team atm. Bruno, Shelvey and Joe are the midfield three, with Longstaff (who has a contract to play for) and Willock (surely those green shoots of recovery at Leeds indicate all is not lost) waiting in the wings. Assuming all the signings work out, the only position that looks deficient - or maybe just unproductive - is RW, as Fraser is very limited, pressing capacity aside. Murphy as the backup obviously very limited/inconsistent too. Then again Howe is clearly a fan of the former so maybe he will improve. Gets in at RM and RCM easily. I like the look of a a Bruno, Lingard, Joe midfield. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 I do still feel some pressure needs taken off of ASM on the opposite flank. Lingard fits that perfectly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Just now, HaydnNUFC said: I do still feel some pressure needs taken off of ASM on the opposite flank. Lingard fits that perfectly. That’s why he would be a good signing over and above what he also brings in terms of runs, scoring and ball carrying. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Lingard would be great, sadly don’t see it happening. Bummer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdm Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Shame we can’t convince him to sign permanently Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToonScotman Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 1 hour ago, Manxst said: Because him and his agent would miss out on a massive (and probably last) signing on fee as a free agent in the summer? £££’s You get them when you sign a new contract too… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manxst Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Just now, ToonScotman said: You get them when you sign a new contract too… Nothing like the amount being a free agent though! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 This could be the late one if Man Utd change their position. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdm Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Just now, ToonScotman said: You get them when you sign a new contract too… Aye I can’t believe we couldn’t do a deal with him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Not saying he couldn't but has Lingard ever played at RW? Agree entirely that ASM wants the pressure taken off him a bit, but that's why I'd prefer an out and out winger as opposed to CAM. Not that I'd be in any way disappointed if we did end up with Lingard. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 1 minute ago, Yorkie said: Not saying he couldn't but has Lingard ever played at RW? Agree entirely that ASM wants the pressure taken off him a bit, but that's why I'd prefer an out and out winger as opposed to CAM. Not that I'd be in any way disappointed if we did end up with Lingard. We had 9 holes in the first team to fix (due to Wilson's injury). We were always going to be left short somewhere. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 8 minutes ago, Yorkie said: Not saying he couldn't but has Lingard ever played at RW? Agree entirely that ASM wants the pressure taken off him a bit, but that's why I'd prefer an out and out winger as opposed to CAM. Not that I'd be in any way disappointed if we did end up with Lingard. Aye: https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/jesse-lingard/leistungsdatendetails/spieler/141660 (middle of the page on the right, there's a full breakdown of where he's started). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belfast Boy Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 With West Ham failing in their other targets I reckon Lingard will end up there tonight Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emotic Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 2 minutes ago, Rich said: Aye: https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/jesse-lingard/leistungsdatendetails/spieler/141660 (middle of the page on the right, there's a full breakdown of where he's started). Looking at the stats, I want him here more than ever. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Annoyed we’ve not managed this one tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stottie Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 I guess the thing to do here is watch the Ekitite situation and if the deal can't be done in time, sign the cheque and give Man U what they want for Lingard. We need another striker for options, even if its just Lingard as false nine. That's assuming of course we can't have both. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 I think the Greenwood situation and them selling a lot of their attacking players means he will get a lot more playing time once this window shuts so i can understand him not wanting to rush leaving. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 2 minutes ago, Rich said: Aye: https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/jesse-lingard/leistungsdatendetails/spieler/141660 (middle of the page on the right, there's a full breakdown of where he's started). Shows what I know (ie, what he's done for England and only the odd ManU/West Ham game). Makes all the sense in the world in that case. Hope we can get it sorted. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 33 minutes ago, The College Dropout said: because you would think with Martial, VDB & Greenwood gone he’s the next one up in attack and worth staying. For the attacking spots in our side he is behind Ronaldo, Cavani, Sancho, Rashford and Elanga. He's miles off any meaningful playing time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 20 minutes ago, Yorkie said: Not saying he couldn't but has Lingard ever played at RW? Lots. Probably the position he has played for us most over the last few years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 Clearly I've had a mare here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 If it's any consolation Yorkie, AM (on the break/half turn) is always the first position that comes to mind when I think of him and it seems that that's the position he plays the least. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 21 minutes ago, Belfast Boy said: With West Ham failing in their other targets I reckon Lingard will end up there tonight Not a chance in hell they would send him there when they are both competing for the CL spot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted January 31, 2022 Share Posted January 31, 2022 We need to get this cunt in over Fraser at RW. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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