Rich Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 It is a shame, because we'll obviously have to look for a less-attractive option now as Sam works down his apparent "list" of targets. Drago seems like he would have been ideal, but there's bound to be someone else out there who could fill the same role. Still leaves us 1/2 players short, if it doesn't go through. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Hope Sam's got someone else lined up, I reckon he probably has. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Pity we missed out on Distin, on reflection. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocker Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Hope Sam's got someone else lined up, I reckon he probably has. As he dropped negeotiations with Draguntinovic when he heard about Enrique, maybe Drag wasn't as high up on the list as we thought. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 It's quite possible we wanted one or the other and had bids for both accepted. He got his first-choice, so now if he signs Drago it's a bonus. Don't think he'll be devastated if he misses out though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crumpy Gunt Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Probably due to the fact he'll be second choice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Drago was obviously a "higher priority", though, than whoever Sam will move onto now - which is what is my small point of concern is - and it means longer to wait for the squad to be "completed" and we'll probably be going for a player who the Gaffer rates less highly. It's just how it goes from the looks of things, Drago was obviously lower on the "list" than Silvestre, Enrique and Heinze, so it's obviously not the be-all/end-all. Would still be handy to have a full international, from a top club, who can play CB/LB incoming. Let's hope there's still life in the deal yet. He could just be trying to weasel more money out of us with these latest quotes... he loves the moolah and he doesn't seem daft. Must have a good agent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sicko2ndbest Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Drag was wanted as a left back who could also cover as a centre half so the Enrique deal was the most important as we needed a left back specialist more. The deal has stalled because: 1) He was waiting for a better deal which he has now got 2) He has not heard from Sam in a few days, therefore his comments are a hurry up and get me plea Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 I still think we need someone who can play CB and LB, so does Sam, which is why he's gone for Heinze, Drago and Silvestre. Be surprised if we don't try and find another one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Distin would have been perfect. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quailman Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Well its the prospect of the champions league and a new contract if he stays at Seville. We can offer more more (triple his current contract) but no european football... however he really wants to play in the EPL and he is 31yrs old, times running out. Still hard to say whether we can land him... I'd say its 60/40 in our favour at the moment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
buzza Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 He's just covering his arse with these last quotes in case the deal doesn't go through and he ends up in front of the Seville fans again next season... COME ON SAM...get the last piece in place!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Drag was wanted as a left back who could also cover as a centre half so the Enrique deal was the most important as we needed a left back specialist more. The deal has stalled because: 1) He was waiting for a better deal which he has now got 2) He has not heard from Sam in a few days, therefore his comments are a hurry up and get me plea Time will tell but I think number 2 on your list is probably right, I don't think it's dead yet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Dragutinovic and a right-back, and I'll be confident of top 6 easily. Got as good as squad as anything outside the top 3 if that comes off. Given, Harper RB, Carr Enrique, Drago Cacapa, Ramage Rozehnal, Taylor Milner, Solano N'Zogbia, Duff Geremi, Barton Butt, Emre Owen, Martins, Luque Smith, Viduka, Ameobi I think every manager outside of the top 5 would die for a squad like that, and that easily has the depth to push higher. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Dragutinovic and a right-back, and I'll be confident of top 6 easily. Easily is a bit of a stretch, but we'll have a chance alright. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quailman Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 I agree, the chance will be there... it's going to be no easy task as loads of clubs this coming season will have stronger squads! Geremi, Barton Butt, Emre should it not be Geremi, Butt (DMC) Barton, Emre (AMC) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Dragutinovic and a right-back, and I'll be confident of top 6 easily. Easily is a bit of a stretch, but we'll have a chance alright. I'd agree with Nut, I think if we can get 2 more players with enough quality and can do something about our injuries then we'll finish 5th or 6th. That doesn't mean I'll be too upset if we don't but it should be something that we go for, even without 2 more players we're in for better than we've just had. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Can't believe the Sam Allar-dice is still only on 3, given how well he's wheeled and dealed this smmer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Dragutinovic and a right-back, and I'll be confident of top 6 easily. Got as good as squad as anything outside the top 3 if that comes off. Given, Harper RB, Carr Enrique, Drago Cacapa, Ramage Rozehnal, Taylor Milner, Solano N'Zogbia, Duff Geremi, Barton Butt, Emre Owen, Martins, Luque Smith, Viduka, Ameobi I think every manager outside of the top 5 would die for a squad like that, and that easily has the depth to push higher. I like the way we seem to be setting up a side full of players who can play anywhere. RB: Carr, Geremi, Solano, Taylor CB: Roz, Taylor, Cacapa, Drago/Other LB: Enrique, Drago, N'Zogbia RM: Geremi, Solano, Milner, Dyer, Smith CM: Butt, Emre, Barton, Smith, Geremi, Dyer, Solano (been suggested) LM: N'Zogbia, Duff, Luque, Enrique CF: Martins, Viduka, Owen, Ameobi, Smith, Carroll, Luque, Dyer I've never known us have this much cover all over the shop. As you we're still a quality RB and that fourth CB short, other than that we look solid. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloydie Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Might also be that West Ham backing out of the Dyer deal means Sam's budget is nearly up / overspent. I think that'd be a mistake, since it was Ashley who scuppered the deal you'd hope he'd increase the budget accordingly (or take responsibility) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leazes1986 Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Allardyce has impressed me beyond words this summer in the transfer market. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocker Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Dragutinovic and a right-back, and I'll be confident of top 6 easily. Got as good as squad as anything outside the top 3 if that comes off. Given, Harper RB, Carr Enrique, Drago Cacapa, Ramage Rozehnal, Taylor Milner, Solano N'Zogbia, Duff Geremi, Barton Butt, Emre Owen, Martins, Luque Smith, Viduka, Ameobi I think every manager outside of the top 5 would die for a squad like that, and that easily has the depth to push higher. I like the way we seem to be setting up a side full of players who can play anywhere. RB: Carr, Geremi, Solano, Taylor CB: Roz, Taylor, Cacapa, Drago/Other LB: Enrique, Drago, N'Zogbia RM: Geremi, Solano, Milner, Dyer, Smith CM: Butt, Emre, Barton, Smith, Geremi, Dyer, Solano (been suggested) LM: N'Zogbia, Duff, Luque, Enrique CF: Martins, Viduka, Owen, Ameobi, Smith, Carroll, Luque, Dyer I've never known us have this much cover all over the shop. As you we're still a quality RB and that fourth CB short, other than that we look solid. I've honestly just ejaculated :-[ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodson Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 Heitinga? , right back and central defender is also a good mix. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quailman Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 I still don't feel comfortable having Ramage in that squad... just don't have faith in the player! We need a RB/CB (Versatility) and maybe another versatile AM/LM (Playmaker) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggio Posted August 6, 2007 Share Posted August 6, 2007 A Right Back and Centre back cover are still needed, gutted this deal seems to have fallen through. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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