WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 this is the prat Oliver's take on it today... http://icnewcastle.icnetwork.co.uk/newcastleunited/chroniclesport/tm_headline=green-light-for-viduka-arrival%26method=full%26objectid=19225693%26siteid=50081-name_page.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
skryp2nit3 Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 I've always said Berbatov was a skinny version of Viduka. Definitely a good signing on a free. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 this is the prat Oliver's take on it today... http://icnewcastle.icnetwork.co.uk/newcastleunited/chroniclesport/tm_headline=green-light-for-viduka-arrival%26method=full%26objectid=19225693%26siteid=50081-name_page.html Oliver is on his hols I think. That's Lee Ryder. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 shows how much attention I pay. It's still poorly written. "A Toon insider" give it a rest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leazes1986 Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Oliver is being quiet because his master isn't fit enough to give him any storys at the minute. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rask0lnik0v12 Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Fat 'dukes is a good signing. He'll score at least 20... if we can keep him out of Greggs!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
midds Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Good stuff. Can't see how anyone could possibly question shipping out Sibierski and bringing in Viduka. He'll be a great foil for Martins or Owen. More of the same please Sam. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 I'd be pretty happy with Martins/Owen/Viduka/Ameobi going into next season, to be honest. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Good stuff. Can't see how anyone could possibly question shipping out Sibierski and bringing in Viduka. He'll be a great foil for Martins or Owen. More of the same please Sam. I honestly believe these people come out with such shite because they want an alternative view, Vic is a prime example. Viduka, when he's on song is unplayable, his lack of desire (at times) for me has cost him being recognised as one of Europe's best strikers, because he's got more than enough ability to be held in that light. He's done well at Boro, I think this move will further re-invigorate him. It's not like his main asset is pace neither, we could easily get 2 or 3 quality years out of him. I don't know who some of these people think we are! Terrific signing, and to be honest I'm delighted James Beattie/Kevin Davies/Kenny Miller players of that ilk (who couldn't wipe Dukes arse), will not be coming. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Knightrider Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Spot on Stevie lad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Spot on Stevie. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 More post appreciation here Stevie! Spot on... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Good stuff. Can't see how anyone could possibly question shipping out Sibierski and bringing in Viduka. He'll be a great foil for Martins or Owen. More of the same please Sam. I honestly believe these people come out with such shite because they want an alternative view, Vic is a prime example. Viduka, when he's on song is unplayable, his lack of desire (at times) for me has cost him being recognised as one of Europe's best strikers, because he's got more than enough ability to be held in that light. He's done well at Boro, I think this move will further re-invigorate him. It's not like his main asset is pace neither, we could easily get 2 or 3 quality years out of him. I don't know who some of these people think we are! Terrific signing, and to be honest I'm delighted James Beattie/Kevin Davies/Kenny Miller players of that ilk (who couldn't wipe Dukes arse), will not be coming. Im not a fan, and was dead against the idea of him signing under Roeder, but under Sam its a different kettle of fish for me. The questions about desire, temperament and fitness against him disappear quite quickly and he becomes a fantastic free signing, especially when you consider he is the replacement for Sibi. This is me putting more faith in Sam then Viduka, but around 20 goals last season in a poor Boro team is a good start for anyone really, maybe my hatred of him in the past has blinded me slightly of his talent? This is good sensible business and it must sting like a bitch if your a Boro fan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Invicta_Toon Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 great, I'm sure he'll get fitter and more motivated picking up more than he got at Boro sitting on the bench with a long contract, compared to playing all the time at contract renewal time Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 great, I'm sure he'll get fitter and more motivated picking up more than he got at Boro sitting on the bench with a long contract, compared to playing all the time at contract renewal time I think he'll start when fit though more often than not. And he won't get a long contract. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest skhwoody Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Viduka will be an excellent buy, and give our team for the first time in a long time, a bit of depth in the attacking department. And comparing sib and Ameobi as equal or better just does not wash with me, viduka does have a lazy streak in him and did from back when he played at Leeds, but a rocket up the arse and he is an excellent goal scorer and something that will only be an attribute to the team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hagler Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 it will be nice for him when he scores at home and does'ent have to run 100yards to find the supporters Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest skhwoody Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 at least if he cannot find them, he only has to spin around 180 degrees and bob's your uncle Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaststar Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Good stuff. Can't see how anyone could possibly question shipping out Sibierski and bringing in Viduka. He'll be a great foil for Martins or Owen. More of the same please Sam. I honestly believe these people come out with such s**** because they want an alternative view, Vic is a prime example. Viduka, when he's on song is unplayable, his lack of desire (at times) for me has cost him being recognised as one of Europe's best strikers, because he's got more than enough ability to be held in that light. He's done well at Boro, I think this move will further re-invigorate him. It's not like his main asset is pace neither, we could easily get 2 or 3 quality years out of him. I don't know who some of these people think we are! Terrific signing, and to be honest I'm delighted James Beattie/Kevin Davies/Kenny Miller players of that ilk (who couldn't wipe Dukes arse), will not be coming. Im not a fan, and was dead against the idea of him signing under Roeder, but under Sam its a different kettle of fish for me. The questions about desire, temperament and fitness against him disappear quite quickly and he becomes a fantastic free signing, especially when you consider he is the replacement for Sibi. This is me putting more faith in Sam then Viduka, but around 20 goals last season in a poor Boro team is a good start for anyone really, maybe my hatred of him in the past has blinded me slightly of his talent? This is good sensible business and it must sting like a bitch if your a Boro fan. I agree....based purely on your avatar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Ben Haim and Viduka almost done according to Teamtalk... http://www.teamtalk.com/football/story/0,16368,2483_2159584,00.html Sam Allardyce will try to make the free-transfer captures of Mark Viduka and Tal Ben Haim the first signings of his Newcastle reign this week. Middlesbrough hitman Viduka is currently in Australia but is believed to have verbally agreed to move to St James' Park this summer. Portsmouth have also been heavily linked with the former Celtic and Leeds star - but the fact Viduka would not have to uproot his family and leave his North Yorkshire base appeals to the 31-year-old. Magpies boss Allardyce has assessed his playing pool and wants Viduka as the powerful frontman he likes to have leading the line. He is also hoping the arrival of Viduka will persuade Michael Owen to commit himself to the club. The other area Allardyce is keen to strengthen is central defence, so has lined up Israeli hardman Ben Haim for a reunion when his Trotters contract runs out this summer. Boro boss Gareth Southgate has all-but resigned himself to losing the services of Viduka so has already starting searching for his successor. Viduka bagged 19 goals for the Teessiders last season so Southgate's number one target is prolific West Brom striker Diomansy Kamara, who is keen to leave The Hawthorns following their 1-0 defeat by Derby in the Championship play-off final at Wembley earlier this week. The 26-year-old's 23-goal haul last season has won him a number of admirers, though, with Italian outfit Roma tipped to make a summer bid. Albion signed Kamara from Portsmouth for £1.5million but will be looking for a handsome profit and a fee of around £6million, which may be out of Southgate's price range after he spent £7million signing Jonathan Woodgate on a permanent deal. The Boro chief had targeted Crewe hitman Luke Varney but he has joined Charlton Athletic, so Oldham's Chris Porter - who top scored with 23 goals last season - is now firmly on his radar. The 23-year-old has so far declined to sign a contract extension at Boundary Park and could sign for another club, though there would be a fee involved as he is under the age of 24. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
shevfa Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 It will be great if we can get Ben Haim Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 It will be great if we can get Ben Haim Him and Viduka, for nothing, would be a superb start to our transfer dealings. 2 essential purchases in my eyes, whilst allowing us to use our transfer budget elsewhere. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SLK Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Head too big for these shoulders tbh http://www.newcastle-online.com/nufcforum/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=4750;type=avatar Good signing though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggio Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 More post appreciation here Stevie! Spot on... The head is too big http://www.newcastle-online.com/nufcforum/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=4750;type=avatar Too small more like, the bloke has a head like a baby hippo tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest smoggeordie Posted May 31, 2007 Share Posted May 31, 2007 Martins, Owen and Viduka. Can't see any of them wanting to be on the bench so it's either 4-3-3 or adios to one of the first two IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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