Skirge Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Fulham step up bid Apr 4 2007 By Luke Edwards, The Journal Fulham have reacted to Glenn Roeder's decision to drop Titus Bramble by lodging their interest in the Newcastle centre-back. Bramble, who can move on a lucrative Bosman-style free transfer in the summer, was not even in the squad of 16 which lost to Manchester City at the weekend, and the former England Under-21 international looks certain to leave St James's Park. The 25-year-old was due to be offered a new contract at United until he was made the scapegoat for Newcastle's 2-0 Uefa Cup defeat to Alkmaar and the powerful defender appears to have fallen out with Roeder as a result. Newcastle's manager insisted last month that he had not made a decision on Bramble's future, but the fact he did not even name him among the substitutes at the weekend was a massive snub, which appears to indicate he is no longer part of his plans. Bramble's advisers have had a number of enquiries from Premiership and Championship clubs already this year, but the player had wanted to remain in the North-East and told them to wait for United to make their minds up before revealing plans for next season. The former Ipswich prospect would, The Journal understands, still like to remain a United player, but he is unsure where he stands with Roeder. And with other clubs keen to get a decision as they formulate their own re-building plans, time is running out. Bramble has been heavily linked with a switch to Portsmouth since January, where Harry Redknapp wants to pair him with Sol Campbell, but Fulham boss Chris Coleman has also been alerted to his availability after the events at the weekend. A move to London might appeal to Bramble as it is close to his home town of Ipswich but, despite his mixed fortunes at St James's Park, Bramble is still admired by several Premiership managers who believe they can make him a consistently dominating defender. The move to Portsmouth would probably be the most attractive proposition given that it would allow Bramble the chance to play alongside Campbell, a player he has the utmost respect for. In turn, Redknapp believes Campbell would be the ideal player to bring out the best in Bramble, as he would benefit from his experience as well as his organisational skills. Interestingly, this is a partnership which could have been built at Newcastle but Roeder did not want to sign the former England international last summer as he was not sure about his fitness record. It is a decision which has backfired on Newcastle's manager as Campbell has been in magnificent form for Pompey, making 32 appearances as the south coast club push for a shock European place. Bramble will not be the only departure in the summer and, as revealed in The Journal on Monday, Sunderland will make a bid for Damien Duff if they are promoted to the Premiership. The Wearsiders have privately admitted they are interested in the former Chelsea star who has not lived up to expectations at United. And Duff could be persuaded to move as he would link up with a large Irish contingent on Wearside, as well as Keane, his former Eire captain. Meanwhile, Craig Moore is expected to be fit for the trip to Sheffield United, despite limping off with a groin strain against Manchester City. The Australian, who is expected to play in either the Middle East or his homeland next season, is hoping to return to training on Thursday. Roeder said: "By getting Craig off the field when we did, we prevented any serious damage to his groin. He will be back training with us again by Thursday and we feel that he has a genuine chance of playing against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane on Saturday. "Stephen Carr also took a knock on Saturday, but he will also be back on Thursday and will be OK for the weekend." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToonTastic Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Wahoo, I wonder if we give them £1m if they will take Carr and Babayaro as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stormrider Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Wahoo, I wonder if we give them £1m if they will take Carr and Babayaro as well. I hope so. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
juniatmoko Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 okey.... give me rosenoir also Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Wahoo, I wonder if we give them £1m if they will take Carr and Babayaro as well. mackems.gif mackems.gif mackems.gif :clap: Just hope there is no kind of swap deal for Knight going on! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 bramble would be a good signing on a free tbh. he'll do well for them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Bramble alongside Campbell could be pretty immense imho. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
juniatmoko Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Bramble is a decent defender actually.... but his lapse of concentration terrifying everyone... and that's why we need to kick him out... because it his plague Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemmy Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Bramble has played well in a central defensive partnership with someone experienced who can organise him. I agree with Gejon with Campbell he will be really effective. It's a pity we didn't sign Campbell last summer so we could have found out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
iklgizmo Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Bramble has played well in a central defensive partnership with someone experienced who can organise him. I agree with Gejon with Campbell he will be really effective. It's a pity we didn't sign Campbell last summer so we could have found out. spot on! To be honest i think it will benifit us and him to move, he is never gone do the business up here but a fresh start will do him the world ov good. He played some of his best football with woodgate, maybe boro will bid! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest teepee Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Bramble has played well in a central defensive partnership with someone experienced who can organise him. I agree with Gejon with Campbell he will be really effective. It's a pity we didn't sign Campbell last summer so we could have found out. i agree - but i'd have preferred taylor alongside campbell anyday! but one of the biggest mistakes made by roeder was not to snap up sol! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinho lad Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 see ya! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitman Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Wahoo, I wonder if we give them £1m if they will take Carr and Babayaro as well. I think they'd want more money for those two :icon_biggrin: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raconteur Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 see ya! That's it - don't let the door hit you on the ass on your way our Titus... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPL Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Does that mean Gooch is staying Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Does that mean Gooch is staying I don't think either will tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ridzuan Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Well im actually quite surprised and please at the same time that there are some clubs out there who are interested in signing him.If we can get 5M from him,that would be great but I dont think any club would be stupid enough to offer that kind of money for a player like him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raconteur Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Well im actually quite surprised and please at the same time that there are some clubs out there who are interested in signing him.If we can get 5M from him,that would be great but I dont think any club would be stupid enough to offer that kind of money for a player like him. I'm guessing you didn't realise he's out of contract in the summer and will be available to any club who wants him, free of charge...? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPL Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Well im actually quite surprised and please at the same time that there are some clubs out there who are interested in signing him.If we can get 5M from him,that would be great but I dont think any club would be stupid enough to offer that kind of money for a player like him. You caught the FM disease i take it Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ridzuan Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Well im actually quite surprised and please at the same time that there are some clubs out there who are interested in signing him.If we can get 5M from him,that would be great but I dont think any club would be stupid enough to offer that kind of money for a player like him. I'm guessing you didn't realise he's out of contract in the summer and will be available to any club who wants him, free of charge...? If thats the case,then I dont think we have any other choice but to let him go for free.Theres no point extending his contract for the sake of selling him for some cash. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stozo Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Should get shot of him. Don't care where he goes just don't want him here anymore. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEMTEX Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Its not like we'll get any cash for him, so who cares where he ends up as long as it isnt NUFC. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
heero Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 ok quick give him to them, before they change there minds, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Kenton Magpie Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Well it's about time, when he does finally go it will be a case of it being too late! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menace Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Close the door behind you. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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