Dr.Spaceman Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 The guy from Tyneside Life? Well I never. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miggys First Goal Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 7 minutes ago, Miggys First Goal said: Eddie not getting regular updates on incomings or outgoings. Says he’s a step removed from the process. He specifically said that he has a lot of input about what players are selected and that we go for, but naturally he doesn't get involved with the actual transfer deal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
St1pe Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 13 minutes ago, Miggys First Goal said: Eddie not getting regular updates on incomings or outgoings. Says he’s a step removed from the process. Found that interesting too as I don’t think he says anything without prior thought. Given his direct influence in the process post-takeover I wonder if the power shift isn’t exactly to his liking now. Or he could just be deflecting like he did with the Barnes transfer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 Thinking about what we'll do without if we don't sign a right winger, without Trippier's creativity. Before he was banned we saw Tonali getting a bit wider than expected as Willock and Big Joe used to. I winder if that's something we'll utilise. I'd rather we just upgraded the position of course. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 1 minute ago, St1pe said: Found that interesting too as I don’t think he says anything without prior thought. Given his direct influence in the process post-takeover I wonder if the power shift isn’t exactly to his liking now. Or he could just be deflecting like he did with the Barnes transfer. I’m pretty sure he has said the exact same thing every transfer window apart from the first one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 (edited) 15 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: I’m pretty sure he has said the exact same thing every transfer window apart from the first one. Yep, it's been his go to line since Ashworth came in. Edited August 23, 2024 by The Prophet Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 Got to think we'll see a few outgoings over the next week, even if our incoming business ends with Guehi. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coffee_Johnny Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 Rumour of us showing interest in Mohamed Simakan. Sounds plausible to me, given Guehi impasse and Tripps wanting to leave noise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 On 22/08/2024 at 01:08, KaKa said: Liking the description in this tweet. Baby Bruno (©) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 2 minutes ago, Deuce said: Baby Bruno (©) Swap with our new Greek keeper? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 16 hours ago, The Prophet said: “Chuck” chuck off with that Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weezertron Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 If we can't get a RW with our budget, I hope Eddie is already trying other players in the role during training and having them study the position. Any attacking minded CM that will struggle to start or If Trippier stays, maybe get Tino on RW. Not that I'm against Miggy/Murphy starting, but with their tendency to run hot or cold - a third option that has genuine quality would be good to come in when/if they struggle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 17 minutes ago, Weezertron said: If we can't get a RW with our budget, I hope Eddie is already trying other players in the role during training and having them study the position. Any attacking minded CM that will struggle to start or If Trippier stays, maybe get Tino on RW. Not that I'm against Miggy/Murphy starting, but with their tendency to run hot or cold - a third option that has genuine quality would be good to come in when/if they struggle. Given that Miggy and Murphy do exactly what Howe asks of them, I don’t think the thought has crossed his mind tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 23 minutes ago, Weezertron said: If we can't get a RW with our budget, I hope Eddie is already trying other players in the role during training and having them study the position. Any attacking minded CM that will struggle to start or If Trippier stays, maybe get Tino on RW. Not that I'm against Miggy/Murphy starting, but with their tendency to run hot or cold - a third option that has genuine quality would be good to come in when/if they struggle. Why not Barnes left, Gordon right ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weezertron Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 7 minutes ago, madras said: Why not Barnes left, Gordon right ? True! Good call. The most obvious option didn't even cross my mind. Guilty of forgetting Barnes exists. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 (edited) In fairness John Barnes hasn't played for us in over 20 years. Edited August 23, 2024 by OCK Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weezertron Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 11 minutes ago, Deuce said: Given that Miggy and Murphy do exactly what Howe asks of them, I don’t think the thought has crossed his mind tbh. Wonder why we were looking at RW options then. Nah, I get your point. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 28 minutes ago, madras said: Why not Barnes left, Gordon right ? Be reluctant to move Gordon away from his best position. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 Just now, SUPERTOON said: Be reluctant to move Gordon away from his best position. Gordon is a gamer. I don't see a drop off if he gets a run of games there, or upfront, or as an 8, or as a right or left back even. He will be productive IMO. But I understand the sentiment. However, if no right winger comes in, and the alternative is Murphy or Almiron ... I'm having Barnes left and Gordon right all day every day. Or I'm just throwing Barnes out on the right and telling him to figure it out if he wants to start. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 1 minute ago, KaKa said: Gordon is a gamer. I don't see a drop off if he gets a run of games there, or upfront, or as an 8, or as a right or left back even. He will be productive IMO. But I understand the sentiment. However, if no right winger comes in, and the alternative is Murphy or Almiron ... I'm having Barnes left and Gordon right all day every day. Or I'm just throwing Barnes out on the right and telling him to figure it out if he wants to start. Yeah I do think it’s the way we will go tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toon25 Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 Gordon is nowhere near as effective on the right imo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 Howe will start Murphy on the right if he's fit, the Gordon/Barnes thing is a backup option to him at best. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 I think Gordon has the football IQ to play effectively on the right. I also think a three of Barnes, Isak and Gordon can be really flexible. All can take up different positions, I think it could be very exciting. However, I would love to see a RW signed (and a CB and a DM). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted August 23, 2024 Share Posted August 23, 2024 3 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: Yeah I do think it’s the way we will go tbh. Honestly, starting Murphy or Almiron while Barnes sits on the bench is criminal at this point. Worst case scenario I'm putting Barnes on the right, even if he's never featured there before. I appreciate the character, professionalism and commitment of Murphy and Almiron, but either of them starting is just getting too much now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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