Monters Posted Wednesday at 19:30 Share Posted Wednesday at 19:30 5 hours ago, The College Dropout said: Nick Pope is England #1 20 years ago imo. Shay was an elite shot stopper. But he didn’t dominate his box in an era that was a key skill. And it felt like he rarely saved penalties. He couldn’t kick much either iirc. I saw an interview Shay did with Nick Pope - there’s no way Shay could command a box like Pope does. Pope towers over him. I love Shay - I think he speaks with the most knowledge and heart from all ex Newcastle players on TV. But always thought he was over rated. Got knocked off #1 in his prime by Joe Hart. He was past him prime when signing for Man City Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted Wednesday at 19:35 Share Posted Wednesday at 19:35 I've said it before but Pope 22/23 was better than any similar period of time Given had at his best. Given edges shot stopping but the difference between a cross coming in and knowing it'll definitely be claimed vs definitely won't is huge imo. Given has longevity on his side overall though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Butcher Posted Wednesday at 19:39 Share Posted Wednesday at 19:39 Just buy the cunt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theregulars Posted Wednesday at 19:53 Share Posted Wednesday at 19:53 Pope underrated here I think. I’m happy with him and don’t think Trafford will be guaranteed a start. I don’t think it’s a mega priority position but they know best Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
black_n_white Posted Wednesday at 20:43 Share Posted Wednesday at 20:43 49 minutes ago, Theregulars said: Pope underrated here I think. I’m happy with him and don’t think Trafford will be guaranteed a start. I don’t think it’s a mega priority position but they know best According to sky Trafford is our highest priority signing this summer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JT24 Posted Wednesday at 20:46 Share Posted Wednesday at 20:46 2 minutes ago, black_n_white said: According to sky Trafford is our highest priority signing this summer. If GK is our highest priority, I’m signing out now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted Wednesday at 20:47 Share Posted Wednesday at 20:47 It seems the press know very little about our transfer plans this summer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Five o Posted Wednesday at 20:55 Share Posted Wednesday at 20:55 7 minutes ago, The Prophet said: It seems the press know very little about our transfer plans this summer. I just hope the club knows them. 😂 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Checko Posted Wednesday at 20:56 Share Posted Wednesday at 20:56 Just now, High Five o said: I just hope the club knows them. 😂 Was thinking the same thing! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theregulars Posted Wednesday at 21:11 Share Posted Wednesday at 21:11 28 minutes ago, black_n_white said: According to sky Trafford is our highest priority signing this summer. I politely disagree with them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fak Posted Wednesday at 21:24 Share Posted Wednesday at 21:24 37 minutes ago, JT24 said: If GK is our highest priority, I’m signing out now. Hmm. Maybe RW and CB are our priorities, but the player we really want the most out of all targets is Trafford? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andycap Posted Wednesday at 22:37 Share Posted Wednesday at 22:37 Pope was a well better keeper than given mind. Given would pull out incredible saves at times but was never in control of his box. Stick pope in the keegan team and we win the league with his sweeper keeping and ability to take pressure off our fragile defense I'm not sure given could do the same. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andycap Posted Wednesday at 22:41 Share Posted Wednesday at 22:41 You just need to look at our league cup win he was immense at removing trouble from our box with taking of high balls and sweeping he was cool and composed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Posted yesterday at 04:50 Share Posted yesterday at 04:50 6 hours ago, andycap said: You just need to look at our league cup win he was immense at removing trouble from our box with taking of high balls and sweeping he was cool and composed. Pope is massively underrated on this forum. Always has been. He's a great goalkeeper! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiemag Posted yesterday at 04:54 Share Posted yesterday at 04:54 I would sooner keep Pope and upgrade CB, CM, RW, ST as priorities. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledGeordie Posted yesterday at 05:47 Share Posted yesterday at 05:47 52 minutes ago, aussiemag said: I would sooner keep Pope and upgrade CB, CM, RW, ST as priorities. Id probably agree but I can see why they’d want a keeper who is good with their feet. It’s definitely going to be a balancing act to cover all these positions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted yesterday at 06:18 Share Posted yesterday at 06:18 A lot of people are going to be pleasantly surprised when they see the difference a goal keeper playing out from the back makes to our team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxy Ruel Posted yesterday at 06:29 Share Posted yesterday at 06:29 Like Pope. Hopefully you’re right but not sure it is so straightforward. Whilst this works for some teams there have been lots of instances where it hasn’t worked out so well. Always think the most important thing with a goalie is ……. Well how good he is at being a goalie (and obviously being good at poetry really helps too). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazzy Posted yesterday at 06:30 Share Posted yesterday at 06:30 9 hours ago, black_n_white said: According to sky Trafford is our highest priority signing this summer. Assuming they mean in GK department, that Trafford is top of the priority list. Not that GK is the most important player for us to sign. Albeit that I do actually think it's incredibly important to get a new one in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted yesterday at 06:36 Share Posted yesterday at 06:36 5 minutes ago, Foxy Ruel said: Like Pope. Hopefully you’re right but not sure it is so straightforward. Whilst this works for some teams there have been lots of instances where it hasn’t worked out so well. Always think the most important thing with a goalie is ……. Well how good he is at being a goalie (and obviously being good at poetry really helps too). No-one’s saying it’s straightforward. He might not be up to Pope’s standard with all aspects of his game at first but you have to trust Howe to make the call that his ability to play will offset any deficiencies. The nightmare scenario is obviously Onana but I trust Howe and I don’t think it’s likely. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamPS Posted yesterday at 06:43 Share Posted yesterday at 06:43 10 hours ago, black_n_white said: According to sky Trafford is our highest priority signing this summer. I think this is just as Trafford is the only player Sky know is a definite target. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibierski Posted yesterday at 07:00 Share Posted yesterday at 07:00 2 hours ago, Rod said: Pope is massively underrated on this forum. Always has been. He's a great goalkeeper! I really like Pope, but accept he's near broken and we can't be relying on him for a full season. All good being there 15 good games, but then if he's injured again which it'll be likely, it's Dubs. We've had the best out of him, got 2 UCL seasons and a cup. Forever thankful, but it's time to move on whilst opportunity for long term GK and a position sorted for next 7 years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted yesterday at 07:12 Share Posted yesterday at 07:12 51 minutes ago, Dr Venkman said: A lot of people are going to be pleasantly surprised when they see the difference a goal keeper playing out from the back makes to our team. We’ve seen it with Dubs - it’s great. Also seen Dubs struggle with crosses coming into the box. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted yesterday at 07:12 Share Posted yesterday at 07:12 48 minutes ago, Dr Venkman said: A lot of people are going to be pleasantly surprised when they see the difference a goal keeper playing out from the back makes to our team. True but Dubravka isn't bad with his feet either, but as we've seen from his stints in the team, we need defenders who can cope with a press too. That is more urgent than a keeper IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted yesterday at 08:50 Share Posted yesterday at 08:50 I’d say Dubravka is semi-decent with his feet but he’s glued to his line which mitigates a lot of his ability with the ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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