Dave Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Skysports.com understands Wigan ace Leighton Baines is in talks with Everton and Newcastle. Wigan have given permission to Baines to talk to both clubs after they accepted undisclosed bids from their Premiership rivals for the talented full-back. The Latics have reluctantly agreed to let Baines move as they look to get their squad in place for the start of the new season next weekend. Baines has attracted the interest of a host of clubs with Sunderland failing to persuade him to move to the Stadium of Light after having a fee accepted for his services last month. Everton are in the market for a new left-back with Joleon Lescott being played out of position in the role last season. Newcastle boss Sam Allardyce admitted on Friday that he could make a move for Baines as he looks to reshape his defensive options at St James' Park. Baines is set to meet both clubs to discuss a possible move and the defender is expected to make a decision on his future over the weekend. It is believed Everton are favourites to land Baines ahead of Newcastle because the player is a Toffees fan and would love the chance to play for his boyhood heroes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Assumed this whole thing would die off with us after Enrique. Strange, but I'm not complaining at all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Does this put Enrique deal in doubt? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Does this put Enrique deal in doubt? Yes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Logic Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Drago, Enrique, Baines ... surely not all three, unless Drago is primarily cover for both CD and LB. Fuck this, I'm not speculating anymore until the transfer window shuts and all I have to do is to speculate who we're playing out of who we've got. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 How odd. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Does this put Enrique deal in doubt? Yes. Really? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1878 Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 SSN said a decision on Baines' future would be made by Monday Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Does this put Enrique deal in doubt? Yes. Really? No. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johnson293 Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 I have faith in Sam to land the players Just read that on Sky Sports. Agree with that - Some of things Alan Smith said were very optimistic, and reassuring - that the differnec between the club now, and when he had chnaces to join us before were down to the new management and owner, and the club having better direction and prospects. Also, sayign that after speaking t' Gaffer, his mind was made up. If Baines is speaking to us and Everton, its just depends whether he really does want to stay in the north west, and really is an Everton fan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ridzuan Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 I believe that Enrique will be coming here regardless of Baines outcome.I think Drago's move will be depending on Baines decision.If he decides not to come here,then it obvious Drago is the choice but if has other plan,then Drago wont be coming.But either way,I dont mind having both here.We could sell Baba then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Probably a case of Allardyce bidding for more than one player at a time rather than simply bidding for one and waiting for the outcome. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest eyeball_tickler Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 it seems sam has some money to spend now so forget signing one or the other, get them all in and worry about who to play later. i'd be far happier if we signed both left backs and that other one we're linked with. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 BBC: "Everton are also poised to pay £5m for Wigan's Leighton Baines after Newcastle admitted defeat in the transfer battle." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menace Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Watch the Enrique deal fall through now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Watch the Enrique deal fall through now. Where? Is there a stream? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Logic Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Good, never rated him as a defender, LWB maybe but not out and out LB. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Logic Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Watch the Enrique deal fall through now. Where? Is there a stream? Ban, talking about illegal activities. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guinness Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 BBC: "Everton are also poised to pay £5m for Wigan's Leighton Baines after Newcastle admitted defeat in the transfer battle." Seems more likely after the recent news regarding Enrique. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest makemeacupoftea Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Watch the Enrique deal fall through now. Where? Is there a stream? Ban, talking about illegal activities. mackems.gif Bye Dave Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Ban, talking about illegal activities. http://www.newcastle-online.com/nufcforum/index.php?topic=20035.0 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stozo Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Both Newcastle and Everton have had bids accepted for Baines and he is holding talks with both clubs according to skysports.com Link Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bonk Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 "It is believed Everton are favourites to land Baines ahead of Newcastle because the player is a Toffees fan and would love the chance to play for his boyhood heroes." Is he? Thought he was a red, "through and through"... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 "It is believed Everton are favourites to land Baines ahead of Newcastle because the player is a Toffees fan and would love the chance to play for his boyhood heroes." Is he? Thought he was a red, "through and through"... Same thing thought isn't it? Just depends which one is winning the trophies at the time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bonk Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 "It is believed Everton are favourites to land Baines ahead of Newcastle because the player is a Toffees fan and would love the chance to play for his boyhood heroes." Is he? Thought he was a red, "through and through"... Same thing thought isn't it? Just depends which one is winning the trophies at the time. Must live on the border between Goodison and Anfield. Depending which side of the bed he gets up on determines his allegiance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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