Emotic Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Trawling Newsnow for transfer-related goss, and have always been tickled by their ridiculously hyperbolic titles, but these two sounded hilariously apt for Gordon. "Newcastle set to enquire about Everton 'star' "; and "Newcastle set to enquire about 'frightening' 50mil attacker, he could be Murphy 2.0" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowlingcrofty Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Gut feeling tells me it won’t be Gordon. Same as the DCL and Loftus Cheek links, I think it’s a bit of guesswork from the local journalists because they’re not being fed anything from the club. Look at the summer - Botman was off to AC Milan, we’d given up on Isak, we’d moved on from Targett and none of them had a clue about Pope. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
et tu brute Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 The fact none of the fuckers had a clue about Isak coming or Wood leaving, tells you (or at least me anyway) that the north east press are not in the know about transfers. Clickbait guesswork. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiemag Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Our top targets are Moussa Diaby & James Maddison. Anything less than the quality of these two and I'd be disappointed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 (edited) I like Gordon but he’s just worth nowhere close to £50m surely? If you look at what Howe’s done with Miggy though it isn’t hard to see what he could do with Gordon. It’s the most telegraphed move ever but that 1-2 to burn in behind the defence seems to be pretty much un-defendable. He’d offer similar output the other way too. Edited January 21, 2023 by Hanshithispantz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coffee_Johnny Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 8 minutes ago, Hanshithispantz said: I like Gordon but he’s just worth nowhere close to £50m surely? If you look at what Howe’s done with Miggy though it isn’t hard to see what he could do with Gordon. It’s the most telegraphed move ever but that 1-2 to burn in behind the defence seems to be pretty much un-defendable. He’d offer similar output the other way too. On the Miggy 1-2, reminds me a bit of Beardsley’s standard leg flick dribble. Seemed to do it all the time, but still worked. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyn davies Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Wouldn't entertain Gordon based on what I be seen of him, likes to dish sh*t out but deffo can't handle it when he receives a return gift. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 8 hours ago, The Prophet said: As usual there's absolutely no nuance when discussing players. He's not shit but he's not brilliant either. He's a raw talent who is very direct, useful with both feet and has the potential to get better. At this stage Howe and the recruitment team have so much credit in the bank, its difficult to doubt them. That's not to say they'll get them all right, but if they want Gordon, I trust that they've seen enough to suggest he can improve us. But people have seen enough of him so if they think he’s shit then that’s fair enough. I think he’s a decent player who is nowhere near a 50 million pound player (most will agree with that). If we take him on current form and ability then he won’t offer a lot to this current team imo and for that price we should be getting a ready made almost guaranteed improvement on what we have. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Parka Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Gordon is going to be our Jordan Ibe. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 (edited) Fucking hell Gordon might be a horrible little cunt on the pitch, but if he signs for us that’s it in my opinion, you get behind the lad because he becomes our horrible little cunt simple as, that’s what support is all about nee wonder St Jame’s is like a fucking morgue these days. Edited January 21, 2023 by Whitley mag Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Parka Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Just now, Whitley mag said: Fucking hell Gordon might be a horrible little cunt in the pitch, but if he signs for us that’s it in my opinion, you get behind the lad because he becomes our horrible little cunt simple as, that’s what support is all about nee wonder St Jame’s is like a fucking morgue these days. I loved Joey Barton here. This is a decent shout. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1964 Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Plus if he starts losing his hair balding claire balding has a lovely symmetry to it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandy Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Evertonians on Grand Old Team are absolutely scathing about Gordon and are begging for us to come in for him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Just now, Wandy said: Evertonians on Grand Old Team are absolutely scathing about Gordon and are begging for us to come in for him. Usually a bad sign Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 (edited) He’s a young lad aswell a lot of us are fucking radge at that age. A lot of the top players have needle about them, he’s quick, direct, has great delivery and a thunderbastard shot on him. This lad is nee David Bentley he looks like he wants to play football and compete. If people think about it he’s perfect on the left for Howe and ticks all the boxes, might not be as exciting as Moussa Diaby but the fact Chelsea we’re willing to pay 50 million for him in the summer shows he must have something. Edited January 21, 2023 by Whitley mag Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandy Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 (edited) 5 minutes ago, Whitley mag said: He’s a young lad aswell a lot us are fucking radge at that age. A lot the top players have needle about them, he’s quick, direct, has great delivery and a thunderbastard shot on him. This lad is nee David Bentley he looks like he wants to play football and compete. If people think about it he’s perfect on the left for Howe and ticks all the boxes, might not be as exciting as Moussa Diaby but the fact Chelsea we’re willing to pay 50 million for him in the summer shows he must have something. No doubt that Eddie would get a tune out of him but personality-wise he seems to think he is better than he is. That could cause trouble in our camp, where team morale and unity is everything. Edited January 21, 2023 by Wandy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manxst Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 1 minute ago, Wandy said: Evertonians on Grand Old Team are absolutely scathing about Gordon and are begging for us to come in for him. They’ve been scathing for quite a while- he’s nothing like the ‘one of our own’ that I thought he was when he broke into the scene. He can run fast and has good work rate, ideal for give and go one-twos, but he has poor decision making, can’t shoot/score, and isn’t particularly good at crossing. Added to the fact he falls over at the slightest touch, moans and whinges like a right cunt, and can make bad fouls but certainly can’t take the slightest transgression against himself. I’m sure Howe could improve his technique, and work on his attitude, but I’m equally sure that we could buy a more ready made player for the same amount as he’d cost. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokerprince2004 Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 1 hour ago, et tu brute said: The fact none of the fuckers had a clue about Isak coming or Wood leaving, tells you (or at least me anyway) that the north east press are not in the know about transfers. Clickbait guesswork. Aye I also tend to think this. They'll throw names around until suddenly out of nowhere we'll agree a big deal with someone who nobody had a clue about. Happened with Bruno and happened with Isak Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 1 minute ago, Manxst said: They’ve been scathing for quite a while- he’s nothing like the ‘one of our own’ that I thought he was when he broke into the scene. He can run fast and has good work rate, ideal for give and go one-twos, but he has poor decision making, can’t shoot/score, and isn’t particularly good at crossing. Added to the fact he falls over at the slightest touch, moans and whinges like a right cunt, and can make bad fouls but certainly can’t take the slightest transgression against himself. I’m sure Howe could improve his technique, and work on his attitude, but I’m equally sure that we could buy a more ready made player for the same amount as he’d cost. That last line is probably key here though, the club were probably ready to pay 40 million plus for him in the summer. I’ve got a feeling after last week we maybe think we can get him for around 30 million, the clubs thinking might well be that this is a good time to strike for a player they obviously rate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandy Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 16 minutes ago, La Parka said: I loved Joey Barton here. This is a decent shout. Barton was wildly overrated and was able to blag his way through his time at NUFC through his “personality”. The fact the club was a shambles also masked his deficiencies. We aren’t a shambles anymore and don’t need “characters” like Joey Barton. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 8 minutes ago, Whitley mag said: He’s a young lad aswell a lot of us are fucking radge at that age. A lot of the top players have needle about them, he’s quick, direct, has great delivery and a thunderbastard shot on him. This lad is nee David Bentley he looks like he wants to play football and compete. If people think about it he’s perfect on the left for Howe and ticks all the boxes, might not be as exciting as Moussa Diaby but the fact Chelsea we’re willing to pay 50 million for him in the summer shows he must have something. I think the way Chelsea are throwing money around shows it means absolutely nothing that they would spend 50 million on him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitley mag Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Just now, SUPERTOON said: I think the way Chelsea are throwing money around shows it means absolutely nothing that they would spend 50 million on him. I don’t think the quality of player Chelsea signing is the problem, it’s what they do with them once they’ve signed. I would take every player they’ve signed this month in a heartbeat. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manxst Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 1 minute ago, Whitley mag said: That last line is probably key here though, the club were probably ready to pay 40 million plus for him in the summer. I’ve got a feeling after last week we maybe think we can get him for around 30 million, the clubs thinking might well be that this is a good time to strike for a player they obviously rate. It’s a gamble spending that money thinking we can improve someone in so many areas. Despite Howe and the coaching team seemingly working miracles, it simply won’t work with every single player. Some won’t be able to change, some won’t want to etc. In Gordon’s case, for the money that would be required to sign him (I presume), and for the amount needed to improve him to fulfil any potential he has, I think it’s too much of a risk compared to other similar players who wouldn’t need as much coaching. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 6 minutes ago, Wandy said: Barton was wildly overrated and was able to blag his way through his time at NUFC through his “personality”. The fact the club was a shambles also masked his deficiencies. We aren’t a shambles anymore and don’t need “characters” like Joey Barton. Rarely do I agree word for word with posts on here but this is as good as it gets for summing up Barton, that period and where we are now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie Broon Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 2 minutes ago, Manxst said: It’s a gamble spending that money thinking we can improve someone in so many areas. Despite Howe and the coaching team seemingly working miracles, it simply won’t work with every single player. Some won’t be able to change, some won’t want to etc. In Gordon’s case, for the money that would be required to sign him (I presume), and for the amount needed to improve him to fulfil any potential he has, I think it’s too much of a risk compared to other similar players who wouldn’t need as much coaching. Other than Wood, our recruitment team has had an incredible hit rate. If they think that risk is worth it I'd trust their judgement. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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