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Been told that we're signing him today, anyone else heard this?
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Only the usual rumours on twitter. Given he's one year into a three year contract at Shrews, I can't see this somehow. Happy to be wrong.
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In true ITK fashion, I can’t reveal my source however they do work for Lincoln. I posted it here on Sunday as I was told it was happening Monday so I’m guessing there is something to it if more people are now hearing the same name. I was also told at the time Bradford had been in the running to which I said he wouldn’t come here but the source was adamant he will.
Would be a fantastic signing IMO, he is worthy of playing at the top of League 2.
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We'll just have to go with the flow on this one.
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All water under the bridge already.
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If he does sign, he'll be "Free from the filth and the scum"
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i think there is something behind this....
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i think there is something behind this....
The up the mariners twitter account is tweeting cryptic waterfall clues. This might have some legs as whoever is behind that has nailed every signing before anyone else has released it. |
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I would love this to be true but I fail to see why Shrewsbury would allow somebody who has played over 40 games last season in league 1 leave? Likewise why would he go to league 2? I can only assume he's unsettled there and he wishes to move back to Lincolnshire area?
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I would love this to be true but I fail to see why Shrewsbury would allow somebody who has played over 40 games last season in league 1 leave? Likewise why would he go to league 2? I can only assume he's unsettled there and he wishes to move back to Lincolnshire area?
Who knows, maybe we have pushed the boat out a little on the wages front to tempt him? |
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The up the mariners twitter account is tweeting cryptic waterfall clues. This might have some legs as whoever is behind that has nailed every signing before anyone else has released it.
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If he does sign, he'll be "Free from the filth and the scum"
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Could be another Joey Waters |
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So good to have equalised.
If we sign him in time for Saturday’s game he’ll soon to be put to the test; to be whipped by the winds of the west. 🙂 |
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Is he worth chasing?
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Please stick to the rivers and the lakes you are used to 🤦🏻♂️
I think he has injury problems, but with a little TLC he should be okay |
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I think he has injury problems, but with a little TLC he should be okay
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Something about a left eye problem
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Something about a left eye problem
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Who said that?
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He's not a patch on Gabrielle (batistuta)
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Could we get him on a free as we "ain't 2 proud 2 beg"
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Can't see him going anywhere. Played just about every match last year-middle of a contract-doesn't need experience-not surplus to requirements at Shrews. As Trump would say............
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Can't see him going anywhere. Played just about every match last year-middle of a contract-doesn't need experience-not surplus to requirements at Shrews. As Trump would say............
That is what I'm thinking, only explanation I can think off is that he's unsettled in Shropshire and wants to come back to Lincolnshire area |
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Perhaps he just really, really loves fish and chips and is willing to take a hefty pay cut whilst dropping down a division so he can eat them every day?
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Can't see him going anywhere. Played just about every match last year-middle of a contract-doesn't need experience-not surplus to requirements at Shrews. As Trump would say............
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.....we’re gonna build a wall, a beautiful wall, and we’re gonna make the Mexicans pay for it?
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Very very quiet at the Club isn’t it??!! Maybe they are having to re-jiggle the accounts after the hefty fine!!
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Very very quiet at the Club isn’t it??!! Maybe they are having to re-jiggle the accounts after the hefty fine!!
It's the payroll dept that should be busy giving him his p45 |
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Can give our defence a little more 'TLC'........... ..... they sung a song called waterfalls. I'll get me coat  |
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I expect this one to keep running.
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Waterfall great player ,full on defender ,scores a few , great bloke but no stealing his song off us though.
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Waterfall great player ,full on defender ,scores a few , great bloke but no stealing his song off us though.
Yeah but can you see him coming to us?, Really can't see it myself, suspect this is more conjecture than anywhere near reality... Anyway, see how it goes for you Gimps, finally rid yourself of pie eating Fatty Rhead.... |
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Yeah but can you see him coming to us?, Really can't see it myself, suspect this is more conjecture than anywhere near reality...
Anyway, see how it goes for you Gimps, finally rid yourself of pie eating Fatty Rhead....
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Would be a terrific signing if we pull it off!!
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He's not in Shrewsburys squad today...
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All downhill with players like him. No "ups".
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If he comes John Tondeur' s commentary could be " Town on the attack, the opposition have been told to not go chasing Waterfalls"
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yeah and signed Tyler Walker as his replacement
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All downhill with players like him. No "ups".
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Yeah but all that will be water under the bridge once he a new signing for us.
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I’m probably in the minority but I wouldn’t be overly thrilled with this as a signing. Always looked like he had an error in him when playing against us for Lincoln and is basically a bit of an old fashioned clogger. We’re lacking pace in the middle, I don’t think he gives us anything we don’t have already.
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We’ll Hopefully see some fast flowing football now then  |
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Pleased with this. This thread on the Shrewsbury forum makes interesting reading: http://blueandamber.proboards.com/thread/99437/luke-waterfall-grimsby-boundMixed reviews, but the general view seems to be a positive one. I’m a nutshell: - Not the quickest - Not particularly cultured or technically gifted - Top pro - gives 100% - Puts his body on the line - Brilliant in the air - Scores goals Sounds very much in the mould of Shaun Pearson, and very much aligned with the general strategy Jolley is following this year. It feels like he’s being much more pragmatic in his approach this time around, looking to play an effective if not necessarily attractive percentage game. I can live with that if it brings success. Rightly or wrongly, there are always going to be compromises to be made given our budget restriction, and if that means prioritising results over style then so be it. |
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Signing tomorrow
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I'd have mixed feelings. We really only have three centre backs at the club so we do need at least another but he would be dropping a division presumably to play, not to be a squad player and he would probably limit Mattie Pollock's game time and hinder his development. Ludwig starts every game for me.
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Pooh makes a good point in that these signings do suggest that Jolley has learned something about what he thinks is needed to be successful in this league.
Already it looks like he understands the strengths and weaknesses of the squad he has and will base his teams on a core 433 formation which can be adapted into 352/532 depending on when and whether he gets wide options into the building. Solid back four underpins the whole thing.
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Maybe allows Davis to move nearer home. Straight swap anyone?
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Nice comment from their site......
A dependable and honest player who always gives his all. I doubt many would disagree that he's simply not cultured enough for league 1, but playing in pretty much any league 2 team would be a contender anywhere for their player of the season - superb in the air and very strong, plenty of attributes that will stand him in good stead at that level. With Beckles offering more defensive versatility it does feel like now is the right time for him to leave. Thanks Luke and good luck.
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We can't go through a full season with 3 centre backs, one being a first year pro... the move makes total sense, just need that little bit of creativity in the middle. I thought Saturday was crying out for some composure in the middle of the park, we showed glimpses after we scored...
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I'd have mixed feelings. We really only have three centre backs at the club so we do need at least another but he would be dropping a division presumably to play, not to be a squad player and he would probably limit Mattie Pollock's game time and hinder his development. Ludwig starts every game for me.
Mattie’s 17 or 18 is he not? Practically a baby in centre half terms. He plays in a position where injuries and suspensions are a part of the job - even as fourth choice choice he’ll get plenty of game time. If he’s better than fourth choice, I’ve every confidence Jolley will recognise that and he’ll get the exposure he deserves. |
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Nice comment from their site......
A dependable and honest player who always gives his all. I doubt many would disagree that he's simply not cultured enough for league 1, but playing in pretty much any league 2 team would be a contender anywhere for their player of the season - superb in the air and very strong, plenty of attributes that will stand him in good stead at that level. With Beckles offering more defensive versatility it does feel like now is the right time for him to leave. Thanks Luke and good luck.
Pretty much reflects what Imps fans are saying and not one has had a negative comment on him. Starting to wonder if Jolley had a summer meeting with the Cowleys to pick their brains on best approach for League 2 success as clearly appears a change in style and formation this season. If we start crossing the ball into the box on at least 30 times each match from all areas of the pitch I will be convinced!, Anyway if he comes he will add strength and experience and an additional midfield player, maybe two should be a decent summer and hopefully lead to a more enjoyable winter. |
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Mattie’s 17 or 18 is he not? Practically a baby in centre half terms.
He plays in a position where injuries and suspensions are a part of the job - even as fourth choice choice he’ll get plenty of game time. If he’s better than fourth choice, I’ve every confidence Jolley will recognise that and he’ll get the exposure he deserves.
Fair comment, we certainly need four centre backs at the club. |
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Pretty much reflects what Imps fans are saying and not one has had a negative comment on him.
Starting to wonder if Jolley had a summer meeting with the Cowleys to pick their brains on best approach for League 2 success as clearly appears a change in style and formation this season. If we start crossing the ball into the box on at least 30 times each match from all areas of the pitch I will be convinced!,
Anyway if he comes he will add strength and experience and an additional midfield player, maybe two should be a decent summer and hopefully lead to a more enjoyable winter.
Great point about meeting with the Cowley's and he has spoken about getting on with them previously. Early days but looking at how the squad has been built this summer, it just goes to show that it takes time to build a team. |
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Reminds me of the more successful Slade MKI where he researched what type of play and player was needed to succeed in this division with the hope of a more cultured approach in future if we won promotion.
P.s.apologies for mentioning The Bald One.
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Maybe allows Davis to move nearer home. Straight swap anyone?
I hope not until Jan. at least. Davis has looked solid in all games this year. He can cover at right back and gets on the end of free kicks and corners when we attack. Very useful squad player if no club comes in for him. |
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Squad player? He's one of our best players, and was last season too. Him and Hendrie on the left side of defence is a strong combo.
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Wouldn’t think Davis would go anywhere. We need competition at the back and Waterfall would do that. Plus injuries and suspensions means we need at least one more defender than we currently have. Just not sure we can afford him. Must be on a good wage at Shrewsbury and Lincoln couldn’t match it so not sure we will be able to either.
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Squad player? He's one of our best players, and was last season too. Him and Hendrie on the left side of defence is a strong combo.
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Work with a real Lincoln fan, 1 that was there when they was crap.
Said he would be gutted if we signed him, and would even take him back as a back up defender now.
He's slow, but apparently Cowley taught him a lot and become the captain and a fan favourite pretty quick
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Wouldn’t think Davis would go anywhere. We need competition at the back and Waterfall would do that. Plus injuries and suspensions means we need at least one more defender than we currently have. Just not sure we can afford him. Must be on a good wage at Shrewsbury and Lincoln couldn’t match it so not sure we will be able to either.
Especially after what happened last season - we need to learn from that and adjust accordingly - which to be fair to MJ he looks like he is doing that - Bradford should be a good test for our defence on Sat that’s for sure and after this month we can look at the results and see where we are - as always it’s going to be a rollercoaster |
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Says who?....again, I'll believe it when I see it...until that pen hits the paper then he's not signed ..
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Mixed reviews, but the general view seems to be a positive one. I’m a nutshell:
- Not the quickest
- Not particularly cultured or technically gifted
- Top pro - gives 100%
- Puts his body on the line
- Brilliant in the air
- Scores goals
But for the goals, you could have said the same of Mark Lever and he did OK as well. Would be a good signing as it seems likely that Ohman and Davis will both miss games through injuries/suspension if last season is anything to go by. |
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Says me.
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But for the goals, you could have said the same of Mark Lever and he did OK as well.
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Reign ya neck in...I was asking a genuine question not having a go...
If you are so "in the know"...I'll ask again...who says he's saying today for us??
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Didn’t we used to have a scale to rate the likelihood/ absurdity of rumours ? Someone will remember it’s name
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Didn’t we used to have a scale to rate the likelihood/ absurdity of rumours ? Someone will remember it’s name
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I hope not until Jan. at least. Davis has looked solid in all games this year. He can cover at right back and gets on the end of free kicks and corners when we attack. Very useful squad player if no club comes in for him.
Agreed - pretty bored of this notion that Davis wants to move away from the club, which as far as I can tell has come from Twitter rumours. I really rate Davis…solid centre back, can fill in at right back and even filled in at left back at one point last season I think. Scores a few too. There’s no doubt we need another defender in the building and even if that means Pollock goes out on a short term loan (which we can recall him from), I don’t think that’s a bad thing. He looks extremely promising but let’s not forget he’s played barely any competitive men’s football yet, and is still only 17. |
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Agreed - pretty bored of this notion that Davis wants to move away from the club, which as far as I can tell has come from Twitter rumours. I really rate Davis…solid centre back, can fill in at right back and even filled in at left back at one point last season I think. Scores a few too.
There’s no doubt we need another defender in the building and even if that means Pollock goes out on a short term loan (which we can recall him from), I don’t think that’s a bad think. He looks extremely promising but let’s not forget he’s played barely any competitive men’s football yet, and is still only 17.
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Didn’t we used to have a scale to rate the likelihood/ absurdity of rumours ? Someone will remember it’s name
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Sorry Grantley, I tarred you with the wrong brush there...as BD..said, it was the Bentley scale...
So what’s the Bentley score for this one? |
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Looks like this was another load of complete beagrie.
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Looks like this was another load of complete beagrie.
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So where does it say the deal has fallen through?, cant find any info anywhere, GTFC,Twitter, Shrewsbury website, back up your facts before wanting to be read.
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So where does it say the deal has fallen through?, cant find any info anywhere, GTFC,Twitter, Shrewsbury website, back up your facts before wanting to be read.
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So where does it say the deal has fallen through?, cant find any info anywhere, GTFC,Twitter, Shrewsbury website, back up your facts before wanting to be read.
Same place it came from saying that he was signing... |
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He's been told he's not Guaranteed first team action so you never know how might sign. Everyone will just have to wait and see.
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Seems to me there’s no more solid source to say it’s fallen through than said he’s signing. It hasn’t happened today or yesterday so folk are presuming....
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If he does lesve Shrewsbury for us or someone else he will be negotiating with Shrewsbury for a pay off I assume ,lets face it he's still under contract.
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Oh dear so it was about an 8 on the Bentley Scale then !!!
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That will be Sowunmi, the Takeover and Waterfall all being leaked without being true!
Season/Matchday sales ploy??
Where’s the big signing that nearly came in January too??
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So is it only a rumour about a rumour that Waterfall isn’t signing?
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So is it only a rumour about a rumour that Waterfall isn’t signing?
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Every transfer John Tondeaur has tweeted about (before it was confirmed) this summer hasn't come off right? Cook Devitt etc.
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If we do get this over the line think he will be a (high) force to reckon with
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They way people have been going on about it I thought it would have been plain SAILING to get over the line. Taxi...…………...
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As time passes it looks like someone has pulled the plug.
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Please please hurry up and fcking sign!
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Look what-a-fool ,he'd be if he didn't sign😉(Soz lads )
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Some hilarious quip about cataracts.......
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Looks like this signing has gone over the precepis now.
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Sounds like as soon as we announce/declare interest, it falls on its backside!! Maybe keep quiet in future.
Championship Transfer Window closes tonight, this may increase movement as of tomorrow.
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The lad is under contract so doesn’t really have to leave - my guess is he’s just seeing if there’s any other better offers going to come in before the window shuts before he makes a decision over a permanent move .
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Sounds like as soon as we announce/declare interest, it falls on its backside!! Maybe keep quiet in future.
Championship Transfer Window closes tonight, this may increase movement as of tomorrow.
Well MD from RH just couldn't wait to speak to Shrewsbury like the first kid that has to announce something. That's probably why the relationship between RH & Town has gone down hill a bit. I so get a journalista role but Town have said many times RH would be the first to know so why do they go that far. Do they just do this to town? |
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If these waterfall pun keep flowing the tide will never come back in.
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Why would he take a plunge in wages?
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Why would he take a plunge in wages?
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Heard he's joining colorado rapids
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Look what-a-fool ,he'd be if he didn't sign😉(Soz lads )
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Maybe he has other income streams 😄
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This stream of information seems all washed-up to me.
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Best said in a Lancashire accent
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If fans can not see him signing it must be due to their cataracts.
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Guess thats sod all for new signings then, thought they might just push one or two through to boost the attendance tomorrow.
We looking poor in the centre for creativity
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Guess thats sod all for new signings then, thought they might just push one or two through to boost the attendance tomorrow.
We looking poor in the centre for creativity
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The ‘creative midfielder’ chat has got so boring.
Of course we lack Andre Pirlo, most teams do! Having a creative type in the middle at this level will generally always mean they will lack in work rate, physicality, attitude. If they didn’t lack in these areas then they wouldn’t be playing football at GTFC.
The exception to this was Embleton but these types don’t become available to a club like GTFC that often.
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The ‘creative midfielder’ chat has got so boring.
Of course we lack Andre Pirlo, most teams do! Having a creative type in the middle at this level will generally always mean they will lack in work rate, physicality, attitude. If they didn’t lack in these areas then they wouldn’t be playing football at GTFC.
The exception to this was Embleton but these types don’t become available to a club like GTFC that often.
the best approach would be to grow one of our own.....whilst the acadamy is having some relative success of late with younger players making it into the squad i wonder if they have a particular type of player they screen/select as players progress through. Whether consciously or sub concsiously selecting more disciplined or athletic players over independant thinking flair players. |
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the best approach would be to grow one of our own.....whilst the acadamy is having some relative success of late with younger players making it into the squad i wonder if they have a particular type of player they screen/select as players progress through. Whether consciously or sub concsiously selecting more disciplined or athletic players over independant thinking flair players.
At the end of the day, people behave in ways in which they are measured. You need to ask Neil Woods as to how he is measured, if at all. If he is measured by producing a particular type of player, he will try. If he is measured by how many points his squad will produce that will result in a different outcome. Not sure if that answers the question but it's worth asking. |
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At the end of the day, people behave in ways in which they are measured.
You need to ask Neil Woods as to how he is measured, if at all. If he is measured by producing a particular type of player, he will try.
If he is measured by how many points his squad will produce that will result in a different outcome.
Not sure if that answers the question but it's worth asking.
thats my point, is it a conscious decision to perhaps discard a player who may have moments of game changing ability over a solid but unspectacular consistent player. |
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Or maybe the players with the greatest ability get poached by much bigger clubs. What we really want then is hugely talented players who hide their light under a bushel, do the mundane disciplined thing for years then when too old to go into an academy at Moneybags FC reveal their talent when on the fringe of the first team |
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At the end of the day, people behave in ways in which they are measured.
You need to ask Neil Woods as to how he is measured, if at all. If he is measured by producing a particular type of player, he will try.
If he is measured by how many points his squad will produce that will result in a different outcome.
Not sure if that answers the question but it's worth asking.
In my opinion the only way to judge a youth team manager is by the number of graduates that either bring in money or feature in the first team. The sad fact is that most of the youth team are just making up the numbers for the 2/3 that have a realistic chance of a deal. I'm not interested if the youth team finish bottom of their league. The only objective for me is that it produces first team players. Our youth system is currently going through a purple patch and it's great to witness. It is great that MJ has faith in the academy because under Hurst, Bignot or Slade, Clifton and Wright would probably be playing their trade at Clee Town or Grimsby Borough. |
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In my opinion the only way to judge a youth team manager is by the number of graduates that either bring in money or feature in the first team. The sad fact is that most of the youth team are just making up the numbers for the 2/3 that have a realistic chance of a deal.
I'm not interested if the youth team finish bottom of their league. The only objective for me is that it produces first team players.
Our youth system is currently going through a purple patch and it's great to witness. It is great that MJ has faith in the academy because under Hurst, Bignot or Slade, Clifton and Wright would probably be playing their trade at Clee Town or Grimsby Borough.
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In my opinion the only way to judge a youth team manager is by the number of graduates that either bring in money or feature in the first team. The sad fact is that most of the youth team are just making up the numbers for the 2/3 that have a realistic chance of a deal.
I'm not interested if the youth team finish bottom of their league. The only objective for me is that it produces first team players.
Our youth system is currently going through a purple patch and it's great to witness. It is great that MJ has faith in the academy because under Hurst, Bignot or Slade, Clifton and Wright would probably be playing their trade at Clee Town or Grimsby Borough.
A wider perspective on it would be the opportunity for other young players to develop to the become the best they could be, even if they don't make it in full-time professional football. So there's a wider community benefit. To be parochial about it, if they don't make the grade at GTFC, it'd be great if they did make it in the first team at Clee or GY Boro, or one of the other Lincolnshire clubs. |
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A wider perspective on it would be the opportunity for other young players to develop to the become the best they could be, even if they don't make it in full-time professional football. So there's a wider community benefit. To be parochial about it, if they don't make the grade at GTFC, it'd be great if they did make it in the first team at Clee or GY Boro, or one of the other Lincolnshire clubs.
Agree with that. Problem is because we are League 2, there are limited options to drop down for a second chance and remain a professional footballer. Woods reputation as a youth coach is great though and we are lucky to have him. Fortunately we also have a manager that wants to create a pathway also. |
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In my opinion the only way to judge a youth team manager is by the number of graduates that either bring in money or feature in the first team. The sad fact is that most of the youth team are just making up the numbers for the 2/3 that have a realistic chance of a deal.
I'm not interested if the youth team finish bottom of their league. The only objective for me is that it produces first team players.
Our youth system is currently going through a purple patch and it's great to witness. It is great that MJ has faith in the academy because under Hurst, Bignot or Slade, Clifton and Wright would probably be playing their trade at Clee Town or Grimsby Borough.
That has always been the case even for the bigger clubs. The percentage of youth players who make it into league football at any level is very small. But there are two factors here. One is that kids develop at different rates so you need to give them the opportunity to mature a bit. The other is purely practical. You must always have a youth squad in order to have matches and training schedules and a specialist youth coach. Once you pack that up, like Walsall for instance, you have to pack up any idea of developing your own players. I too was critical of managers for not playing youngsters but again we have to be fair. It is the manager’s job that is on the line, not the fans. Playing young players is a risk and many managers would rather not play a youngster if it means points may be dropped in giving them time to settle. MJ has played youngsters but even he is very cautious about it. Only one has become anything like a regular so far and you can see his policy in the interview today where he talks about Pollock. |
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Agree with that. Problem is because we are League 2, there are limited options to drop down for a second chance and remain a professional footballer. Woods reputation as a youth coach is great though and we are lucky to have him. Fortunately we also have a manager that wants to create a pathway also.
Not quite what I meant but also not sure I agree with that James. I meant, if you can't make it at GTFC, there are options to go semi-pro. There's plenty of semi-pro clubs around at various levels. If anyone is good enough and determined enough they can carve out some opportunities for themselves. |
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