TK-421 Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 (edited) Have read other comments, but personally think its around the right money for him, especially if the add-ons are easily achievable. Lad at work reckons there's a sell-on clause (for us) in the deal too, but not seen that myself. As for the player, will admit, wasn't a fan of him when we signed him, but that first full season, he put in some good performances, along with last season on our way to the Carabao Cup final. Ultimately though, his overall time will probably go down as slightly above average, but that's it. Indifferent form, seeming to pick and choose his matches, and not great output when you take away the pens this season, and I think this is a good deal for both us and him. Good luck to him in the future. Edited May 28 by TK-421 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 It's about right, maybe a little cheap but worth it to get it done quick and painlessly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorJ_01 Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 31 minutes ago, Slim said: From who? Bruno Guimarães Bruno gave the strongest proper interview praise: “He has been amazing. He is so quick. When we get the ball to him we know he’s going to do something special.” literally nothing for a year, then loads against an Azerbaijani team Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novocastrian Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 51 minutes ago, Menace said: Bet he didn't sleep last night - I don't blame him. Guy's gone right to the top despite each fanbase that he's played for not really being arsed about him. Nice guys really do finish last. He’s very career focused, no doubt about it. Wonder if he’ll ever be truly celebrated by a fan base though. You can’t really get much bigger than Barca so it’s downhill after this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenham Mag Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 3 minutes ago, Novocastrian said: He’s very career focused, no doubt about it. Wonder if he’ll ever be truly celebrated by a fan base though. You can’t really get much bigger than Barca so it’s downhill after this. Sounds a lot like Mr Owen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novocastrian Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 Just now, Fenham Mag said: Sounds a lot like Mr Owen. 100% Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordie_b Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 8 minutes ago, Novocastrian said: He’s very career focused, no doubt about it. Wonder if he’ll ever be truly celebrated by a fan base though. You can’t really get much bigger than Barca so it’s downhill after this. That falls down a bit when hes just excluded himself from the last 10 games before a World Cup and his starting position isnt nailed down. Pretty stupid career planning when he could have kept quiet and still got his move pre WC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novocastrian Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 1 minute ago, geordie_b said: That falls down a bit when hes just excluded himself from the last 10 games before a World Cup and his starting position isnt nailed down. Pretty stupid career planning when he could have kept quiet and still got his move pre WC Yet he got both. Who knows what went on with Howe, I’m sure Gordon must have had reassurances about his England place or he would have kicked off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteV Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 17 minutes ago, TaylorJ_01 said: literally nothing for a year, then loads against an Azerbaijani team Not sure the use of “literally” is entirely accurate there… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikri Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 8 minutes ago, Fenham Mag said: Sounds a lot like Mr Owen. Owen really didn't help himself. I'm sure that he refused to learn Spanish and his idea of fun was buying an English newspaper at the airport on the way to play golf. If Gordon tries to learn Spanish and socialising with his teammates he'll be fine. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viana Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 One other aspect worth noting; this is another player we've developed and sold on to a 'bigger stage'. I'd imagine it gets easier to convince lads to join when you can point to someone like Gordon, and say, if you put the work in there'll be chances to achieve whatever you set out for yourself. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 I'm just basing this on gut feeling here, but my impression with quite a few of the players that we've signed was much more that they were getting in at the ground level at a club that was going to be at that level, rather than coming here to then go to another club that's already there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 23 minutes ago, Viana said: One other aspect worth noting; this is another player we've developed and sold on to a 'bigger stage'. I'd imagine it gets easier to convince lads to join when you can point to someone like Gordon, and say, if you put the work in there'll be chances to achieve whatever you set out for yourself. There is also nothing wrong with this approach. Grass at the elite clubs isn't always greener and we get the best out of the player while he is developing to that elite level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Butcher Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 Barca used to have MSN. Soon they'll have... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 5 minutes ago, JP said: There is also nothing wrong with this approach. Grass at the elite clubs isn't always greener and we get the best out of the player while he is developing to that elite level. It has to be the way in the interim as the club continues to grow. Provided they continue to do what is needed off the pitch and provided the team can perform on the pitch and become European mainstays and Champions League semi-regulars at least, then increasingly players will stick around more and you can build something substantial. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 8 minutes ago, The Butcher said: Barca used to have MSN. Soon they'll have... Still looks pretty damn good to me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheInfiniteOdyssey Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 I think Gordon will be excellent under Flick, not too sure how it’ll go for him when Flick inevitably leaves however. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 10 minutes ago, Froggy said: Still looks pretty damn good to me. So we've heard... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 21 minutes ago, The Butcher said: Barca used to have MSN. Soon they'll have... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucasol Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 22 minutes ago, The Butcher said: Barca used to have MSN. Soon they'll have... The GAY? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 6 hours ago, Unlucky Luque said: Downie: "He can play a number of positions, too. Ordinarily, he's played off the left-hand side in a 4-3-3, but he's also been used a lot through the middle, to devastating effect at times." Fucking when I'm liking this deal more and more. Gordon's been stat-padding with pens and a hundred goals against Qarabag, and every "analyst" out there is scrambling to make sense of this deal. Yes, on his day he's a great player, but damn, it feels like we're conning the footballing world. 6 hours ago, KingArthur said: Gordon is not a number 9. Running quickly is not the only feature required from a no 9. 4 goals and an assist in 7 league matches playing up top from January to March Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 (edited) I’ve never grown extremely fond of him. I don’t mind him or anything. Think this is a good deal for everyone involved and I hope he does well. I also like his clothing style more these days. But I’m also Swedish and from a textile city Edited May 28 by Ikon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilko Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 2 hours ago, Fak said: Of course he's got white pants and loafers on his self-esteem is going to hit incredible new heights. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pubteam Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 I’ve found Gordon to be a deeply frustrating player, on paper he is the perfect winger for us and had the work effort to match. But he’s a bit of a one trick pony and it’s feels most premier league teams have worked out how to nullify his attacks. His head then drops and you get a mediocre performance. He does have ability and feel he will do well in Spain, I think the greater space and time on the ball will suit his game. I don’t feel animosity towards him leaving, but he does have a very high opinion of himself and a slightly unjustified arrogance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonas Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 Well, rather lose Gordon than Barnes for half the price. Cue Barnes going too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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