Newcastle Fan Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Many here (me included) haven't watched the lad for enough time to judge him,but from watching the results of our reserves + U-18 side it seems that he is scoring in every game he plays in,he looked promising in the 5 mins he had against Wigan,what i really like about him is his height,and the fact that he can actually use it,unlike many other players in our team,his physical strength seems to be getting better and better,I think that if we give him the proper training and concentrate on enhancing his arial abillty and his finishing,we could have one hell of a target man for the years to come.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TheOrder Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Yep, he's class. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Monkey Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 I don't think he can be the "next big thing", but if we had a decent man agement and coaching setup*, i think he could possibly become a valuable asset for the team. * So no, then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TheOrder Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 I don't think he can be the "next big thing", but if we had a decent man agement and coaching setup*, i think he could possibly become a valuable asset for the team. * So no, then. He's actually really good, I don't rate all of the academy/reserve side, i think we're carrying dead weight in most areas, but Carroll is the true bright spark. Carroll, Lua Lua, Godsmark, and possibly Cavener. These are the lads I tip to make it 'big', whether it be at Newcastle or otherwise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Monkey Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 I don't think he can be the "next big thing", but if we had a decent man agement and coaching setup*, i think he could possibly become a valuable asset for the team. * So no, then. He's actually really good, I don't rate all of the academy/reserve side, i think we're carrying dead weight in most areas, but Carroll is the true bright spark. Carroll, Lua Lua, Donaldson, and possibly Cavener. These are the lads I tip to make it 'big', whether it be at Newcastle or otherwise. By valuable asset, i meant good first teamer, i just don't know if he'll be the next "bog thing" as in our star player. I'm a waverer about LuaLua, i really am. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUFC06 Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Maybe not the next big thing but if we really give him a chance he can become good squad player for us Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 I'm really eager to see what Carroll is like to be honest! I don't watch the reserves or the academy guys, but as far as the stats go, Carroll's managed to do it at both levels, and do it incredibly well. He's a big tall lad aswell, and although i reckon he could do with beefing up a bit (he looks a bit lightweight to me), he looks to have the majority of the physical traits to make it as a centre-forward in this league. And, going merely off what people on here have said about him, he evidently has the required attributes; good headerer, great strike, etc. Of course, i cannot give an accurate assessment - but he certainly sounds promising. I honestly don't see any harm in giving him a start, at St James', towards the end of the season. Once we inevitably lose a couple more games, and hopefully win a couple more, retaining our mediocre, non-threatened status this season - there'd be absolutely no harm in chucking him in alongside Oba for a game. Optimistic! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Monkey Posted April 4, 2007 Share Posted April 4, 2007 Maybe not the next big thing but if we really give him a chance he can become good squad player for us We need a better setup to support him that what we have now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raconteur Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I'm a waverer about LuaLua, i really am. That's pretty tough - isn't the boy only 16? But as others have said, at that age it's more about coaching and development, and it no one would say we have the setup to groom young talent... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohmelads Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 If we can notch up a few points to avoid relegation then I'd like to see him given a game or two before the season's out. It's one of the only benefits having nothing to play for, you can give some kids a chance. I see it as an opportunity wasted if we don't, assuming we do get ourselves clear of relegation worries. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Monkey Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I'm a waverer about LuaLua, i really am. That's pretty tough - isn't the boy only 16? But as others have said, at that age it's more about coaching and development, and it no one would say we have the setup to groom young talent... It IS very early, although soem real, genuine talents are already knocking on the door at 16 - look at Vaughan at Everton. Its far too early to say how he'll go, of course i just don't know if he's shown enough to hint that he will develop into a very good player. For every Wayne Rooney there are hundreds of Danny Cadematri's. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stozo Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I'm a waverer about LuaLua, i really am. That's pretty tough - isn't the boy only 16? But as others have said, at that age it's more about coaching and development, and it no one would say we have the setup to groom young talent... It IS very early, although soem real, genuine talents are already knocking on the door at 16 - look at Vaughan at Everton. Vaughan is 18 I believe. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Monkey Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I'm a waverer about LuaLua, i really am. That's pretty tough - isn't the boy only 16? But as others have said, at that age it's more about coaching and development, and it no one would say we have the setup to groom young talent... It IS very early, although soem real, genuine talents are already knocking on the door at 16 - look at Vaughan at Everton. Vaughan is 18 I believe. He was the youngest goalscorer a while back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DavB93 Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 Chopra scored for fun in all levels but he never made, I really hope Carroll makes but we'll just have to wait and see. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 Chopra scored for fun in all levels but he never made, I really hope Carroll makes but we'll just have to wait and see. Hope are talking about another Chopra and not Michael "The new Shearer" Chopra who is the second greatest player we ever let go ever!!!!11!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Monkey Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 Chopra scored for fun in all levels but he never made, I really hope Carroll makes but we'll just have to wait and see. Hope are talking about another Chopra and not Michael "The new Shearer" Chopra who is the second greatest player we ever let go ever!!!!11!! No, the other one, the one who was shit at the highest level. You're thinking of the GOOD Chopra, the one who was GUARANTEED to be great in the premiership, and was not at all a lightweight, below par striker. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Albert Ayler Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 Has all the potential to be the next Chopra. Mind, I'd play him ahead of Sibierski at the present moment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 Has all the potential to be the next Chopra. Don't put too much pressure on the lad ffs!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkhead Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 i remember Mark Walton being released after scoring 50 goals for the academy and the reserves in a season, so you never know Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Morph Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I've heard Carroll is an absolute twat like tbh! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I've heard Carroll is an absolute twat like tbh! Heard the same about Woodgate but I wouldn't mind a fully fit JW at the centre of our defence! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Morph Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I've heard Carroll is an absolute t*** like tbh! Heard the same about Woodgate but I wouldn't mind a fully fit JW at the centre of our defence! Aye good point like. Nice guys finish last anarl. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 i remember Mark Walton being released after scoring 50 goals for the academy and the reserves in a season, so you never know Same goes for Lewis Guy,and maybe even Chopra,both brilliant with the reserves and U-18,yet never really given a fair chance in the first team.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TheOrder Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 Marc Walton is/was a tosser though. Believed his own hype, started the baby-bentley thing, even in the reserves. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mowen Posted April 5, 2007 Share Posted April 5, 2007 I'm a waverer about LuaLua, i really am. That's pretty tough - isn't the boy only 16? But as others have said, at that age it's more about coaching and development, and it no one would say we have the setup to groom young talent... It IS very early, although soem real, genuine talents are already knocking on the door at 16 - look at Vaughan at Everton. Vaughan is 18 I believe. He was the youngest goalscorer a while back. 'Tis true, but I've got a feeling he's not done much since then, and has recently gone off on loan - which would indicate he's not knocking on the door. Anichebe looks a good prospect there mind, and seems to have overtaken him in the pecking order - got a feeling he's 18 too. Hopefully someone like 1878 who actually knows about this will be able to clarify for me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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