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Title: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Poggy on June 06, 2019, 15:53:57 pm
Goalkeeper

It appears that Arnold will be our new No.1 with Cornell as back-up. I suspect Cornell may get some game time as our cup keeper as he's been quite good at saving penalties and Bradley Lashley may stick around the squad until Christmas before being loaned out to get some experience.

ACTION: None

Centre Backs

It seems KC is set on playing a back 3 and we are currently a little light in this department. A lot of talk about Pierre moving on however we should get some decent money for him to fund an adequate replacement. I'm happy with Turnbull on the left-hand side of 3. I think Jay Williams will stay around the squad and play a bit more than last season. Having watched him at Cheltenham, I think Ryan Hughes might benefit from a stint out on loan as I don’t think he’s quite ready for the first team.

ACTION: Replace Pierre if he leaves, sign a right-sided centre back and possibly a utility player who can play across any of the defensive positions.

Right Wing Back

There’s been some talk about Nicky Adams excelling in this position last season and it will be interesting to see how KC utilises him. I think Shaun McWilliams would do a decent job there and of course Cam McWilliams provides further back up.

ACTION: I don’t envisage any further transfer activity in this position.

Left Wing Back

I think Joe Martin will nail down this position although his recent fitness issues might mean we need to back-up in this position (unless Turnbull can cover). I didn’t see much of George Cox last season to judge but KC was happy to have him around the squad even when injured so I guess a younger player would be a sensible understudy

ACTION: Sign an understudy to Martin (possibly a youngster in on loan)

Defensive Midfield

A welcome sight for us to sign our first defensive midfielder since Jason Taylor. At 35 I think we’ll have to manage him and if we can get him to play in 70-80% of our league games we’ll be competitive.

ACTION: A DM is a bit of luxury at this level, so I don’t think there’ll be further signings in this position

Central Midfield

I think Chris Lines will be a starter with either Watson, Pollock or Shaun McWilliams alongside.

ACTION: I would have preferred the balance of having a left footer in central midfield someone in the Danny Rose mould, but I don’t think we’ll see any further movement in this position.

Right Wing

I’m not sure how much KC plans to utilise wingers next season but it’s always good to have a little bit of pace / trickery on the wing even if only as impact substitutes. As will are still lumbered with Hoskins, I guess he will take up this role in the squad. I’m hoping to see a bit more of Sean Whaler this season who might get some game time in the cup competitions

ACTION: None

Left Wing

I think much depends on whether Daniel Powell stays or goes for this position. Personally, would be happy to see him leave and I think we can find a better replacement who at least seems half interested. I’d like to see more of Morgan Roberts who again might have a chance of some minutes in the cup games.

ACTION: Sign a left sided winger / attacking player

Attacking Midfield

A lot seems to be resting of Matty Warburton’s shoulders in this position to bring some creativity to the side. One thing he will benefit from is having some battle-hardened League 2 pros alongside him to win the battles and allow him space to flourish. Always a bit of a gamble taking someone from down the leagues, and I hope this one comes off.

ACTION: None

Strikers

I think Harry Smith will be leading the line-up top on his own and he should get plenty of chances with players like Adams and Lines supplying crosses. I don’t think either Andy Williams or Morias are in KC’s plans, but they could both be useful squad players over the course of a season. I doubt either would be happy with that and I wouldn’t be surprised to see some further movement in this position.

ACTION: Replace either Andy Williams or Morias if they leave


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: everbrite on June 06, 2019, 17:33:34 pm
Goalkeeper

It appears that Arnold will be our new No.1 with Cornell as back-up. I suspect Cornell may get some game time as our cup keeper as he's been quite good at saving penalties and Bradley Lashley may stick around the squad until Christmas before being loaned out to get some experience.

ACTION: None

Centre Backs

It seems KC is set on playing a back 3 and we are currently a little light in this department. A lot of talk about Pierre moving on however we should get some decent money for him to fund an adequate replacement. I'm happy with Turnbull on the left-hand side of 3. I think Jay Williams will stay around the squad and play a bit more than last season. Having watched him at Cheltenham, I think Ryan Hughes might benefit from a stint out on loan as I don’t think he’s quite ready for the first team.

ACTION: Replace Pierre if he leaves, sign a right-sided centre back and possibly a utility player who can play across any of the defensive positions.

Right Wing Back

There’s been some talk about Nicky Adams excelling in this position last season and it will be interesting to see how KC utilises him. I think Shaun McWilliams would do a decent job there and of course Cam McWilliams provides further back up.

ACTION: I don’t envisage any further transfer activity in this position.

Left Wing Back

I think Joe Martin will nail down this position although his recent fitness issues might mean we need to back-up in this position (unless Turnbull can cover). I didn’t see much of George Cox last season to judge but KC was happy to have him around the squad even when injured so I guess a younger player would be a sensible understudy

ACTION: Sign an understudy to Martin (possibly a youngster in on loan)

Defensive Midfield

A welcome sight for us to sign our first defensive midfielder since Jason Taylor. At 35 I think we’ll have to manage him and if we can get him to play in 70-80% of our league games we’ll be competitive.

ACTION: A DM is a bit of luxury at this level, so I don’t think there’ll be further signings in this position

Central Midfield

I think Chris Lines will be a starter with either Watson, Pollock or Shaun McWilliams alongside.

ACTION: I would have preferred the balance of having a left footer in central midfield someone in the Danny Rose mould, but I don’t think we’ll see any further movement in this position.

Right Wing

I’m not sure how much KC plans to utilise wingers next season but it’s always good to have a little bit of pace / trickery on the wing even if only as impact substitutes. As will are still lumbered with Hoskins, I guess he will take up this role in the squad. I’m hoping to see a bit more of Sean Whaler this season who might get some game time in the cup competitions

ACTION: None

Left Wing

I think much depends on whether Daniel Powell stays or goes for this position. Personally, would be happy to see him leave and I think we can find a better replacement who at least seems half interested. I’d like to see more of Morgan Roberts who again might have a chance of some minutes in the cup games.

ACTION: Sign a left sided winger / attacking player

Attacking Midfield

A lot seems to be resting of Matty Warburton’s shoulders in this position to bring some creativity to the side. One thing he will benefit from is having some battle-hardened League 2 pros alongside him to win the battles and allow him space to flourish. Always a bit of a **** taking someone from down the leagues, and I hope this one comes off.

ACTION: None

Strikers

I think Harry Smith will be leading the line-up top on his own and he should get plenty of chances with players like Adams and Lines supplying crosses. I don’t think either Andy Williams or Morias are in KC’s plans, but they could both be useful squad players over the course of a season. I doubt either would be happy with that and I wouldn’t be surprised to see some further movement in this position.

ACTION: Replace either Andy Williams or Morias if they leave


Mostly fair appraisal - my understanding from KC in the Chron is that we need competition in the goal keeper area so at the moment both Cornell and Arnold are competing for the number one spot.  May I ask please ask how you come to assume that Arnold is now the number 1 as have not seen any comment from the Manager to that effect. If he has fine; even better if you have a link to the comment. Any clarification is appreciated.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: BackOfTheNet on June 06, 2019, 18:15:42 pm
I wouldn't disagree with most of that but I think we need another right back. I know we seem to be set up to play with wing backs but you always need a plan b should you need to reshuffle and I'd prefer a more natural right back within the squad to accommodate that, even if it's a youngster on loan. I know McCormack has played there before but I don't know how effective he'd be there anymore.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: west stand oap on June 06, 2019, 18:28:30 pm
I would not assume that Arnold will be No.1 keeper next season. Ignoring non league appearances he has less experience than Cornell. Arnold has 58 appearances (31 with Stevenage 6 years ago and 23 at Shrewsbury last season). Cornell has 72 appearances (14 for Oldham and 58 for us). Comments on the Shrewsbury forum are do not excite me but will reserve judgement until we see performances. Bring back Chic Brodie!


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Monkey on June 06, 2019, 19:39:20 pm
There's definitely a gap for a RB/RWB, RCB and LWB/LW. Currently the only available senior RB is McCormick, and that's not his first choice position. Dont think either of the McWilliams will be used there personally.

I'd therefore expect at least the following players still to come in (more if there are additional departures - I'm not including the transfer listed lads):

CB
Versatile CB/RB/RWB (Right sided Martin)
LWB/LW
ST (if Powell goes)

I think we have at least 2 players who can cover all other positions (both in 4-4-2 and 3-5-2).


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: ClarenceInDefence on June 06, 2019, 20:15:20 pm
Agree with most of your analysis.

I can still see another 5-6 players coming in, more if there are further departures, which wouldn't surprise me.

Likely incomings: RB, CB, LB, 2 Attacking MF, LW.

GK: Cornell, Arnold
RB: New Signing, C.McWilliams
LB: Martin, New Signing
CB: Pierre, Turnbull, J.Williams, New Signing
MF: McCormack, Watson, Lines, McWilliams, Pollock
AM: Warburton, New Signing, New Signing
RW/LW: Adams, New Signing
FW: Smith, Williams, Morias, Hoskins

plus Roberts and Whaler to continue to pick up experience on the fringes of the squad.

That makes a squad of 26 which I think would be about right.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Tabasco Kid on June 06, 2019, 20:55:11 pm
Hi Poggy, hows things? That resembles one of your work reports.  ;D
Are you still down in the land of big bushy side burns, and funny accents? Hope to see you soon mate.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: WadeyCobbler on June 06, 2019, 22:06:54 pm
I'm sure KC commented on the too large a squad last season so he may only want a 23/24 man squad. Whether the likes of Morgan Roberts, Sean Whaler, Ryan Hughes would be deemed part of the number I'm not sure.
Is Billy Waters still here?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 06, 2019, 22:09:32 pm
I understand KC will have a squad of 18 players plus the lads that graduated last year , giving 25 players .
I’m not sure what that leaves us left to sign , assuming Powell goes elsewhere and Waters leaves .


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: cobbler_rob on June 06, 2019, 22:11:19 pm
Agree with most of your analysis.

I can still see another 5-6 players coming in, more if there are further departures, which wouldn't surprise me.

Likely incomings: RB, CB, LB, 2 Attacking MF, LW.

GK: Cornell, Arnold
RB: New Signing, C.McWilliams
LB: Martin, New Signing
CB: Pierre, Turnbull, J.Williams, New Signing
MF: McCormack, Watson, Lines, McWilliams, Pollock
AM: Warburton, New Signing, New Signing
RW/LW: Adams, New Signing
FW: Smith, Williams, Morias, Hoskins

plus Roberts and Whaler to continue to pick up experience on the fringes of the squad.

That makes a squad of 26 which I think would be about right.


Not sure we really need 5 centre midfielders, 5 attacking midfielders/wingers and 4 strikers

Don’t forget we still have Bunny as a LWB and Billy Waters, would be good to get them both off the wage bill to free up money for new signings


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 06, 2019, 22:19:38 pm
Agree with most of your analysis.

I can still see another 5-6 players coming in, more if there are further departures, which wouldn't surprise me.

Likely incomings: RB, CB, LB, 2 Attacking MF, LW.

GK: Cornell, Arnold
RB: New Signing, C.McWilliams
LB: Martin, New Signing
CB: Pierre, Turnbull, J.Williams, New Signing
MF: McCormack, Watson, Lines, McWilliams, Pollock
AM: Warburton, New Signing, New Signing
RW/LW: Adams, New Signing
FW: Smith, Williams, Morias, Hoskins

plus Roberts and Whaler to continue to pick up experience on the fringes of the squad.

That makes a squad of 26 which I think would be about right.

I would say he will sign 2 centre backs even if Pierre stays , but one will cover right back ( possibly Goode ) . Don’t forget Adams is likely to be played as a right wing back .
I think we are also looking light on goals and need a striker . I would get rid of Morias personally


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Macc Cobbler on June 06, 2019, 22:45:58 pm
Morias played 645 minutes and scored six goals .... A goal every 108 minutes.

For some reason KC does not appear to rate him but I would keep him especially as an impact substitute (or super sub 🙂)


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: ClarenceInDefence on June 06, 2019, 23:35:36 pm
Not sure we really need 5 centre midfielders, 5 attacking midfielders/wingers and 4 strikers

Don’t forget we still have Bunny as a LWB and Billy Waters, would be good to get them both off the wage bill to free up money for new signings

I agree that we don't need 5 centre midfielders but that is what we currently have. This is also why I'm convinced we need 1 more winger and at least 1 attacking midfielder to give us a balanced selection of midfield options. Ideally Pollock would be loaned out to get game time leaving us with 8-9 midfielders/wingers.

Nothing wrong with having four forward options, though some might think that's 1 too many. You could argue Hoskins could be one of the 2 AM options leaving only 1 transfer needed in that area.

I think Bunney would be quality at this level but he doesn't want to be here and is transfer listed. I'd love him and to stay but can't see it, we will need to bring in a back up LB.

I expect Waters will move on.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: ClarenceInDefence on June 06, 2019, 23:53:47 pm
I would say he will sign 2 centre backs even if Pierre stays , but one will cover right back ( possibly Goode ) . Don’t forget Adams is likely to be played as a right wing back .
I think we are also looking light on goals and need a striker . I would get rid of Morias personally

Regarding potential CB signings, I guess it depends if KC is set on playing 3-5-2 and how much he rates Williams. If he is and he doesn't then you're probably right.

I rate Morias but it looks like KC might not. I'd be disappointed if he was to leave. I agree in general that we need more goals, but these can come from AM's especially if we can bring a couple more in.

Signings are going to be dependant on whether KC is set on playing a particular system or not. I think he will be looking to set up a more 'flexible' squad than people think.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: bungle on June 07, 2019, 05:35:08 am
Goalkeeper

I think Harry Smith will be leading the line-up top on his own


I hope not. 5-4-1 would be a mistake IMO. If he goes for 5 at the back. I'd certainly prefer it to be with two up front with Morais or even Powell up with Smith. On the other hand, 4-2-3-1 could work with Lines and McCormack sitting deep and Adams, Warburton and ANother behind Smith (not that this is a formation that Curle has ever favoured).


Curle's signed proven lower league talent. I still think we need some pace though.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: threeinabed on June 07, 2019, 06:10:14 am
still plenty of players to be moved on - and then possible replaced.

i suppose the squad size depends on whether KC sees the 7/8 youngsters as part of his first team squad or if they are going out on loan.



Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: clarkeysntfc on June 07, 2019, 09:13:37 am
On paper, we've got the makings of a really strong squad, especially in midfield.

I think we're a bit light at centre half, and need someone who won't be bullied by a physical centre forward or two.

Need more cover out wide on the left side assuming Bunney is leaving.

I always think we need another striker, the only time I haven't thought that was when we had Rico, Collins and Marquis!

Like others I think we're a fair way off the finished article mainly because some non-transfer listed players will inevitably leave, most likely one of them will be Pierre.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Manwork04 on June 07, 2019, 11:39:48 am
I would say he will sign 2 centre backs even if Pierre stays , but one will cover right back ( possibly Goode ) . Don’t forget Adams is likely to be played as a right wing back .
I think we are also looking light on goals and need a striker . I would get rid of Morias personally
You seriously want to get rid of Morias and keep Hoskins  ;D ;D ;D ;D
your on a wind-up pal


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 07, 2019, 11:43:09 am
Agree with most of your analysis.

I can still see another 5-6 players coming in, more if there are further departures, which wouldn't surprise me.

Likely incomings: RB, CB, LB, 2 Attacking MF, LW.

GK: Cornell, Arnold
RB: New Signing, C.McWilliams
LB: Martin, New Signing
CB: Pierre, Turnbull, J.Williams, New Signing
MF: McCormack, Watson, Lines, McWilliams, Pollock
AM: Warburton, New Signing, New Signing
RW/LW: Adams, New Signing
FW: Smith, Williams, Morias, Hoskins

plus Roberts and Whaler to continue to pick up experience on the fringes of the squad.

That makes a squad of 26 which I think would be about right.

I think there will be three more signings , providing Waters , Powell and Bunney leave .
That makes a squad of 18 senior players and the young lads promoted last year will complete the squad .


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 07, 2019, 11:46:03 am
You seriously want to get rid of Morias and keep Hoskins  ;D ;D ;D ;D
your on a wind-up pal
Not particularly . I would get rid of Hoskins as well but I don’t think that’s likely bearing in mind he started nearly every game for KC .


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: threeinabed on June 07, 2019, 12:08:19 pm
I would get rid of Hoskins as well but I don’t think that’s likely bearing in mind he started nearly every game for KC .


quite a few did - but they arent here anymore, or will be replaced by the new signings.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Joes Sweet Left Foot on June 07, 2019, 12:18:47 pm
Little Sam is O.K. as a squad player, but he'll probably be released at the end of his contract. No need to pay him off to hasten his departure.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: 1971cobbler on June 07, 2019, 14:10:08 pm
I think there will be three more signings , providing Waters , Powell and Bunney leave .
That makes a squad of 18 senior players and the young lads promoted last year will complete the squad .

Technically, isn't Powell already off our books? He's not with us unless he signs the deal on offer.

In my opinion, it's a shame Bunney isn't able to settle down here, as I reckon he would be an excellent fit in how this squad is shaping up.

Got that bit of extra pace too, which it looks like we are still lacking a bit.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: everbrite on June 07, 2019, 14:16:21 pm
Little Sam is O.K. as a squad player, but he'll probably be released at the end of his contract. No need to pay him off to hasten his departure.

My last sight of SH was at Oldham where he played well and scored a great goal.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 07, 2019, 14:16:33 pm
Bunney might well be on quite big wages because he came in on the Chinese
Promise .
I doubt he will return here



Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Mathius on June 07, 2019, 14:17:49 pm
Goalkeeper

It appears that Arnold will be our new No.1 with Cornell as back-up. I suspect Cornell may get some game time as our cup keeper as he's been quite good at saving penalties and Bradley Lashley may stick around the squad until Christmas before being loaned out to get some experience.

ACTION: None

Centre Backs

It seems KC is set on playing a back 3 and we are currently a little light in this department. A lot of talk about Pierre moving on however we should get some decent money for him to fund an adequate replacement. I'm happy with Turnbull on the left-hand side of 3. I think Jay Williams will stay around the squad and play a bit more than last season. Having watched him at Cheltenham, I think Ryan Hughes might benefit from a stint out on loan as I don’t think he’s quite ready for the first team.

ACTION: Replace Pierre if he leaves, sign a right-sided centre back and possibly a utility player who can play across any of the defensive positions.

Right Wing Back

There’s been some talk about Nicky Adams excelling in this position last season and it will be interesting to see how KC utilises him. I think Shaun McWilliams would do a decent job there and of course Cam McWilliams provides further back up.

ACTION: I don’t envisage any further transfer activity in this position.

Left Wing Back

I think Joe Martin will nail down this position although his recent fitness issues might mean we need to back-up in this position (unless Turnbull can cover). I didn’t see much of George Cox last season to judge but KC was happy to have him around the squad even when injured so I guess a younger player would be a sensible understudy

ACTION: Sign an understudy to Martin (possibly a youngster in on loan)

Defensive Midfield

A welcome sight for us to sign our first defensive midfielder since Jason Taylor. At 35 I think we’ll have to manage him and if we can get him to play in 70-80% of our league games we’ll be competitive.

ACTION: A DM is a bit of luxury at this level, so I don’t think there’ll be further signings in this position

Central Midfield

I think Chris Lines will be a starter with either Watson, Pollock or Shaun McWilliams alongside.

ACTION: I would have preferred the balance of having a left footer in central midfield someone in the Danny Rose mould, but I don’t think we’ll see any further movement in this position.

Right Wing

I’m not sure how much KC plans to utilise wingers next season but it’s always good to have a little bit of pace / trickery on the wing even if only as impact substitutes. As will are still lumbered with Hoskins, I guess he will take up this role in the squad. I’m hoping to see a bit more of Sean Whaler this season who might get some game time in the cup competitions

ACTION: None

Left Wing

I think much depends on whether Daniel Powell stays or goes for this position. Personally, would be happy to see him leave and I think we can find a better replacement who at least seems half interested. I’d like to see more of Morgan Roberts who again might have a chance of some minutes in the cup games.

ACTION: Sign a left sided winger / attacking player

Attacking Midfield

A lot seems to be resting of Matty Warburton’s shoulders in this position to bring some creativity to the side. One thing he will benefit from is having some battle-hardened League 2 pros alongside him to win the battles and allow him space to flourish. Always a bit of a **** taking someone from down the leagues, and I hope this one comes off.

ACTION: None

Strikers

I think Harry Smith will be leading the line-up top on his own and he should get plenty of chances with players like Adams and Lines supplying crosses. I don’t think either Andy Williams or Morias are in KC’s plans, but they could both be useful squad players over the course of a season. I doubt either would be happy with that and I wouldn’t be surprised to see some further movement in this position.

ACTION: Replace either Andy Williams or Morias if they leave

At centre back, Ryan Hughes is good enough and played more games on loan than any other youth player. I expect either Ryan or Jay to start in this position next season, but it would be imprudent to throw them both in together. They are different types of CB. At RB we need another player for me. Attacking midfield, I think Scott can cover here. It's a more natural position for him than holding midfield. Look a bit light on the left. Maybe a utility left-sided player. The other thing to factor in is how the squad start pre-season. It's not beyond the realms of possibility that a young player will force himself into the reckoning that we're not even thinking about at the moment.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: everbrite on June 07, 2019, 14:19:10 pm
Agree with most of your analysis.

I can still see another 5-6 players coming in, more if there are further departures, which wouldn't surprise me.

Likely incomings: RB, CB, LB, 2 Attacking MF, LW.

GK: Cornell, Arnold
RB: New Signing, C.McWilliams
LB: Martin, New Signing
CB: Pierre, Turnbull, J.Williams, New Signing
MF: McCormack, Watson, Lines, McWilliams, Pollock
AM: Warburton, New Signing, New Signing
RW/LW: Adams, New Signing
FW: Smith, Williams, Morias, Hoskins

plus Roberts and Whaler to continue to pick up experience on the fringes of the squad.

That makes a squad of 26 which I think would be about right.


5 or 6 new players on top of those signed upto Thursday - you are winding us up you naughty boy.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 07, 2019, 14:32:35 pm
There will be 18 players plus the 7 under 23s that will have a specific coach


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: 606 Parklands_Cobbler on June 07, 2019, 14:48:57 pm
Who are the 7? I'm guessing not S.McWilliams and Pollock/Roberts?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: threeinabed on June 07, 2019, 15:10:29 pm
Got that bit of extra pace too, which it looks like we are still lacking a bit.

bunney?!

seriously?!



Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: ClarenceInDefence on June 07, 2019, 15:11:02 pm
I think there will be three more signings , providing Waters , Powell and Bunney leave .
That makes a squad of 18 senior players and the young lads promoted last year will complete the squad .


Yet you've previously said you believe there will be 2 centre-backs coming in, which you now state is dependent on 2 attacking players and a wing back moving on.

If Bunney goes we will need second LB, if Powell does not sign then we will need another wide player. Add your 2 CB's and we're up to 4 already.

I still think 5 more in is very possible.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: ClarenceInDefence on June 07, 2019, 15:13:32 pm
Who are the 7? I'm guessing not S.McWilliams and Pollock/Roberts?

S.McWilliams, Pollock, Whaler, Roberts, J.Williams, C.McWilliams, ?

Possibly a stretch to put S.McWilliams in as one of the 7.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest3063 on June 07, 2019, 15:18:20 pm
S.McWilliams, Pollock, Whaler, Roberts, J.Williams, C.McWilliams, ?

Possibly a stretch to put S.McWilliams in as one of the 7.

Ryan Hughes & Jack Newell plus all you mention except Shaun McWilliams.

Bradley Lashley also, but he'll be working with the goalkeeper coach.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 07, 2019, 15:33:12 pm
Yet you've previously said you believe there will be 2 centre-backs coming in, which you now state is dependent on 2 attacking players and a wing back moving on.

If Bunney goes we will need second LB, if Powell does not sign then we will need another wide player. Add your 2 CB's and we're up to 4 already.

I still think 5 more in is very possible.

I don’t know who is specifically coming in or in what positions but I do know it’s 18 plus 7


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest3063 on June 07, 2019, 15:57:15 pm
I don’t know who is specifically coming in or in what positions but I do know it’s 18 plus 7

We currently have a squad of 23 plus Waters & Bunney.

Cornell, Arnold, Lashley; C. McWilliams, Martin, Pierre, Turnbull, Hughes, J.Williams; S.McWilliams, Pollock, Newell, Lines, Watson, McCormack; Whaler, Roberts, Adams, Warburton; Hoskins, A.Williams, Morias, Smith.

So, only 2 needed? Couple of centre halves possibly. One that can cover right back (Goode?) and one that can cover left back - however Turnbull can already do this role.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Manwork04 on June 07, 2019, 16:45:20 pm
bunney?!

seriously?!


Bunney pace......hahahahhahhhhhaaaahhhahahahahah


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 07, 2019, 16:50:52 pm
We currently have a squad of 23 plus Waters & Bunney.

Cornell, Arnold, Lashley; C. McWilliams, Martin, Pierre, Turnbull, Hughes, J.Williams; S.McWilliams, Pollock, Newell, Lines, Watson, McCormack; Whaler, Roberts, Adams, Warburton; Hoskins, A.Williams, Morias, Smith.

So, only 2 needed? Couple of centre halves possibly. One that can cover right back (Goode?) and one that can cover left back - however Turnbull can already do this role.
I think your assumption is exactly right , although I’m not sure Lashley was included in the 25 because that makes 8 youngsters not 7. I think there will be 3 more new players coming in providing Bunney and Waters go. We have very few full back options and no pace down the left currently.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Mathius on June 07, 2019, 21:03:47 pm
Ryan Hughes & Jack Newell plus all you mention except Shaun McWilliams.

Bradley Lashley also, but he'll be working with the goalkeeper coach.
Whaler isn't one of the 7. He's a year older.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 07, 2019, 21:46:31 pm
Whaler isn't one of the 7. He's a year older.
I would think he will be part of that development group though .
If 3 of the 7 come through as first team regulars , it would be a real success.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Mathius on June 07, 2019, 21:52:26 pm
I would think he will be part of that development group though .
If 3 of the 7 come through as first team regulars , it would be a real success.
I agree, but personally, I think more of the 7 will be successful professionally.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: ClarenceInDefence on June 10, 2019, 14:30:17 pm
I don’t know who is specifically coming in or in what positions but I do know it’s 18 plus 7

Curle has said in his latest interview that he is looking to bring 4 more in which will, in his words:

'Take the squad up to 20 or 21 players and then we have the younger players that we think will play a big part as well'.

These 4 signings are independent of further players leaving, so if Bunney and Waters do leave there could in fact be 5-6 more in as I previously predicted.

Curle also reiterated that some of the contracted players may decide they want to leave if they want more game time. I'm guessing this will apply mostly to Williams, Morias, Hoskins, McWilliams and Cornell.

This summer is going to see something close to a complete squad overall.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Manwork04 on June 10, 2019, 15:04:16 pm
Curle has said in his latest interview that he is looking to bring 4 more in which will, in his words:

'Take the squad up to 20 or 21 players and then we have the younger players that we think will play a big part as well'.

These 4 signings are independent of further players leaving, so if Bunney and Waters do leave there could in fact be 5-6 more in as I previously predicted.

Curle also reiterated that some of the contracted players may decide they want to leave if they want more game time. I'm guessing this will apply mostly to Williams, Morias, Hoskins, McWilliams and Cornell.

This summer is going to see something close to a complete squad overall.
Apart from Morias and Williams not bothered if the res go, shame about Shaun but he seems to have gone backwards.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 10, 2019, 15:47:19 pm
He must be directly referring to Bunney and Waters when talking about no interest in players under contract. Maybe clubs want to take them on loan and we would rather get rid altogether to free up the books ?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Manwork04 on June 10, 2019, 16:53:16 pm
Surprised Chelts don’t want Billy Waters?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: west stand oap on June 10, 2019, 19:09:06 pm
I think that Cheltenham do want Billy Waters but are not willing to meet our asking price (we supposedly paid them £50,000). They are waiting until nearer the start of the new season when we will be prepared to drop the asking price or let him go on a free to get him off our wage bill.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 10, 2019, 20:13:23 pm
I think that Cheltenham do want Billy Waters but are not willing to meet our asking price (we supposedly paid them £50,000). They are waiting until nearer the start of the new season when we will be prepared to drop the asking price or let him go on a free to get him off our wage bill.
I would say this is correct and the same probably applies to Bunney .


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Cordwainer2 on June 19, 2019, 09:33:28 am
With all these new signings, it will probably be October before they gel and start performing. My worry is that a dodgy start will lower morale and start a struggling season. Forever the pessimist.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: threeinabed on June 19, 2019, 09:42:02 am
With all these new signings, it will probably be October before they gel and start performing. My worry is that a dodgy start will lower morale and start a struggling season. Forever the pessimist.

if in doubt - knock it long to the big man and gamble.

before winning 15 on the bounce to run away with the league.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 19, 2019, 10:37:16 am
With all these new signings, it will probably be October before they gel and start performing. My worry is that a dodgy start will lower morale and start a struggling season. Forever the pessimist.
Which is why it’s important to get it done early so that the pre season means something .
That means getting rid of those leaving as well .
Surely Bunney and Waters have to go soon so that they can be replaced .
Interesting to see team predictions as we stand .
I think only Turnbull and Pierre start for sure from last season with possibly Cornell, MacWilliams, Pollock   and A Williams as outsiders .


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Mathius on June 19, 2019, 10:52:20 am
Which is why it’s important to get it done early so that the pre season means something .
That means getting rid of those leaving as well .
Surely Bunney and Waters have to go soon so that they can be replaced .
Interesting to see team predictions as we stand .
I think only Turnbull and Pierre start for sure from last season with possibly Cornell, MacWilliams, Pollock   and A Williams as outsiders .
If these two have made up their minds that their futures lie elsewhere, the last thing they will want is to return for pre-season, and that starts a week today. Maybe we will hear something in the meantime.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 19, 2019, 15:20:26 pm
At this moment in time , I think we will line up as follows :

                             Cornell

           Williams / new signing.  Pierre     Turnbull

Adams                                                                   Martin
                     Macormack      Lines

                         Warburton

                    Smith          Williams



Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Gen.Disorda on June 20, 2019, 09:21:40 am
It will be intresting to see how many are calling to give youth a chance next season, as the majority of these line ups don't want them in the first team.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: clarkeysntfc on June 20, 2019, 11:17:48 am
in 2015/16, we were 16th after we lost at home to Dagenham in mid September.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on June 20, 2019, 13:55:37 pm
It will be intresting to see how many are calling to give youth a chance next season, as the majority of these line ups don't want them in the first team.
The youth will get it’s chance. We have so many older players that I foresee quite a few injuries this season .


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: ClarenceInDefence on July 24, 2019, 11:26:17 am
So at the moment what do people think our best XI is and where else do we need transfers?


                                      Arnold

                    Goode        NEW CB        Turnbull         
Adams                                                                         Martin
                                   McCormack     
                 
                         Lines    Warburton    Watson

                                       Smith

SUBS: Williams, Oliver, McWilliams, Pollock, Hoskins, NEW CB, Cornell

I haven't included Bunney, Morias and Waters for obvious reasons.

So 2 new CB's (including Pierre's replacement hopefully), a pacey striker to replace Morias (if he leaves), and an left sided attacking midfielder.

3 out, 4 in.

I'd rather Morias stay, and I am also happy for Bunney to stay with the squad, but I'm assuming they will leave.

Transfer window in L2 shuts on the 2nd September, so still plenty of time to complete the squad overhaul.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on July 24, 2019, 12:06:59 pm
its the 3 out 4 in bit that's worrying.

if we get none out...there'll be none in...at least that's how it seems.

Indeed the transfer window is open for some time yet, but lets imagine that we do actually get rid of someone....at 10.30pm on transfer deadline day.....then what? Bunney and Waters have been available for what? 10 or 11 weeks already? And Morais….with his wages? He's hardly likely to attract league 2 or Conference teams is he?

We'll see what happens.....but there's a reason the signings have dried up.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Irchy cob on July 24, 2019, 12:15:50 pm
its the 3 out 4 in bit that's worrying.

if we get none out...there'll be none in...at least that's how it seems.

Indeed the transfer window is open for some time yet, but lets imagine that we do actually get rid of someone....at 10.30pm on transfer deadline day.....then what? Bunney and Waters have been available for what? 10 or 11 weeks already? And Morais….with his wages? He's hardly likely to attract league 2 or Conference teams is he?

We'll see what happens.....but there's a reason the signings have dried up.

I’ve been saying this all summer - in this day and age it is incredibly simplistic  to just freeze 2/3 players out in the hope that it will lead to them moving on, especially when they’re all on decent money (having said that I wouldn’t be surprised if Waters gets picked up at some point). Just because KC doesn’t want them doesn’t mean they aren’t entitled to dig their heels in and ride out a lucrative contract, for KC to have seemingly put his remaining recruitment eggs in that basket seems very naive and looks like it is going to leave us massively unbalanced going in to the season. I’ll be interested to hear what KC has to say for himself at the open forum next week as my mantra has been to back him to put together his own squad but there seem to be some major issues.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Another Pedj on July 24, 2019, 13:38:51 pm
I’ve been saying this all summer - in this day and age it is incredibly simplistic  to just freeze 2/3 players out in the hope that it will lead to them moving on, especially when they’re all on decent money (having said that I wouldn’t be surprised if Waters gets picked up at some point). Just because KC doesn’t want them doesn’t mean they aren’t entitled to dig their heels in and ride out a lucrative contract, for KC to have seemingly put his remaining recruitment eggs in that basket seems very naive and looks like it is going to leave us massively unbalanced going in to the season. I’ll be interested to hear what KC has to say for himself at the open forum next week as my mantra has been to back him to put together his own squad but there seem to be some major issues.

This as all been said before. KC did not name them but stated at the end of season review he had spoken to a number of players who did not feature in his plans.Absolutely correct that they can dig their heels in and refuse to leave. He has 3/4 targets to replace them but he has to operate within the budget. If they do not leave then they will sit in the reserves or will have to try to play themselves into consideration. That will not happen until the end of the transfer window. Mixed signals and all that. We will have to go with what we have with the exception of one new centre back to replace Pierre.

The budget was set at the start and has not beed reduced. The club and indeed the players concerned will have a problem if there is no resolution but thats the way it is.Its not a question of the recruitment basket. We did business early because we made lucrative offers to the players we have. They were first choices. At least one target requires a significant transfer fee.The club , I believe, are trying to recoup some of this from transfer fees of those that have been listed.



Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: DrillingCobbler on July 24, 2019, 15:53:34 pm
All adds up Pedj, what you say.

I think people need to, begrudgingly, bear in mind that there are still almost 6 weeks to make signings, and that *perhaps* after 3 or 4 proper games, the holes in the squad (whatever they are) will be far more obviously than they are currently, and can be filled accordingly.

You then get to the g@ambling stage; nearer the deadline. The owners are going to play hardball at the minute, that may change if things don't go the way they/we hope.

Russian roulette and all that.

I think its glaringly obvious though that we need 3 or 4 additions, in the areas mentioned by many of us!


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Melbourne Cobbler on July 24, 2019, 19:32:34 pm
Are we suggesting that there are quality players at other clubs who are unsettled and want to move to us, but are hanging around on the off chance we can off load Morias etc? Additionally in the event there’s a couple of weeks to go till the end of the window their clubs are going to accept this? It’s possible of course, but I think it’s more likely we would be bringing in bang average journeymen struggling to find a club? Close season started off so well but as time has gone on it’s all got a bit concerning how there appear to be some glaring deficiencies in the squad? All I can hear at the moment is a deafening tick tock, tick tock and I can’t stop fretting.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: CobblerForever on July 24, 2019, 20:09:41 pm
but I think it’s more likely we would be bringing in bang average journeymen struggling to find a club?

The trialists we've been looking at would suggest this.

I know it's moaning but the failure of the club to provide a twitter feed from the Corby game tonight and the clash of the County's first T20 home game with the MK Dons friendly on Friday night (I won't be the only one who would have gone to both) is annoying. In the latter case I thought we were supposed to be building bridges with the other main sporting teams in the town.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: WadeyCobbler on July 24, 2019, 21:29:40 pm
The trialists we've been looking at would suggest this.

I know it's moaning but the failure of the club to provide a twitter feed from the Corby game tonight and the clash of the County's first T20 home game with the MK Dons friendly on Friday night (I won't be the only one who would have gone to both) is annoying. In the latter case I thought we were supposed to be building bridges with the other main sporting teams in the town.
The County's start to the T20 campaign is as dismal as the Cobblers friendlies. Which loss to choose to watch on Friday? 😳


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Joes Sweet Left Foot on July 24, 2019, 22:41:20 pm
Are we suggesting that there are quality players at other clubs who are unsettled and want to move to us, but are hanging around on the off chance we can off load Morias etc? Additionally in the event there’s a couple of weeks to go till the end of the window their clubs are going to accept this? It’s possible of course, but I think it’s more likely we would be bringing in bang average journeymen struggling to find a club?

There's always the loan market. Better to bring in a couple of young talented hopefuls than journeymen like Simpson.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Another Pedj on July 25, 2019, 04:55:16 am
The 3/4 players co nicer need take up a disproportionate percentage of our budget. Are you suggesting that we recruit to the equivalent cost without moving them on? Apart from poor business management imagine the furore if we post another large trading loss

Journeymen are being trial led because they are still here and no targets have and will be lost due to the delay.it is best they move but if they do not,as is their want, but if they are still here at the closure of the window then they will have to try to fight themselves into contention. It's not ideal


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest2995 on July 25, 2019, 04:57:07 am
I would be happier and relatively content if we decided to keep Morias and offload Waters who is replaced with a decent centre half .
That would be a good compromise if we then played Bunney in an advanced position on the left.
I do appreciate getting rid of Waters isn’t easy though.
Maybe it has to be a season long loan with a loanee coming in for the same period?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Another Pedj on July 25, 2019, 05:12:09 am
I think the budget remains for the centre half. The issue is the 3 and indeed possibly Williams, I do not know anything, are the forward players.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: claretparrot on July 25, 2019, 09:56:59 am
There's always the loan market. Better to bring in a couple of young talented hopefuls than journeymen like Simpson.

Easy to forget that we haven't signed a single loan player - I had! Perhaps once tours and transfers settle down higher up the leagues there'll be some activity on that front?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Melbourne Cobbler on July 25, 2019, 10:49:41 am
There's always the loan market. Better to bring in a couple of young talented hopefuls than journeymen like Simpson.
That’s true, there is hope then?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: GrangeParkCobbler on July 25, 2019, 11:58:44 am
Curle says in his Chronicle interview that Bunney is still available for transfer despite the fact he's been using him in these games. Nothing has changed on that front.

Also says that Waters and Morais are training well and that they "haven't been distracted by events that they can't control"...…..

What do you think that means??


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest3293 on July 25, 2019, 12:04:22 pm
Curle says in his Chronicle interview that Bunney is still available for transfer despite the fact he's been using him in these games. Nothing has changed on that front.

Also says that Waters and Morais are training well and that they "haven't been distracted by events that they can't control"...…..

What do you think that means??

That they've been put on the transfer list but don't want to leave.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Lukey on July 25, 2019, 13:39:12 pm
Anyone know how much we paid for Morais? and how much we want for him?

If he's on a good wages the chances of a club being willing to pay a transfer fee for him are slim.

Given that Peterborough rejected a good offer from Forest Green for a striker who hasn't really played many games above Conference South level I doubt we got Junior for a bargain price and can't see us letting him go for free just to get him off the wage bill.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: BackOfTheNet on July 25, 2019, 14:30:37 pm
The Cobblers have for the past 20 years been a secretive standalone club who pretend at every oppertunity to be 'community' and an asset but it's all smoke and mirrors to fool the people.
They are a private land acquiring enterprise that uses the club as a shield to deflect their reason for being.
Burning brides is whats happening not building them.
The Saints and Steelbacks are Northampton institutions the Cobblers have lost their way and are no longer representative of the town , only in name.

Shoo! Shoo! Back to the redev thread with your repetitive nonsense!


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest3320 on July 25, 2019, 14:36:23 pm
Cobblers have lost their way and are no longer representative of the town , only in name.
They represent Northampton for me, you are not representative of the fan base.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: BedsCobb on July 25, 2019, 14:52:53 pm
They represent Northampton for me, you are not representative of the fan base.
That's not so Kelvin, you have in 4 years alienated the club from its town, treading water just  relying  on its small loyal core support In which to keep the club financed, a long with our sky share etc, allows the signing of many journey men players as well as allowing us to risk youth players in important games.
This will not build any bridges, build the infrastructure,  build the support base, nothing of value to the clubs future.
The club is in decline and falling so far behind our rivals.
This is an embarrassment to our town and those aiding and abetting the grabbing of council land should hang their heads.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Cordwainer2 on July 25, 2019, 15:02:20 pm
So that's another thread I can't follow as Beds has joined in with comments nothing to do with the subject matter.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: JollyCobbler on July 25, 2019, 16:13:27 pm
The Cobblers have for the past 20 years been a secretive standalone club who pretend at every oppertunity to be 'community' and an asset but it's all smoke and mirrors to fool the people.
They are a private land acquiring enterprise that uses the club as a shield to deflect their reason for being.
Burning brides is whats happening not building them.
The Saints and Steelbacks are Northampton institutions the Cobblers have lost their way and are no longer representative of the town , only in name.

Really? :o I'd pay good money to watch this! ;D


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Lukey on July 25, 2019, 17:14:59 pm
The Cobblers have

They are a private land acquiring enterprise


their reason for being


the Cobblers have lost their way

I'm guessing the Cobb in your name is not short for Cobblers?  "they" "they" "they" sounds like someone talking about an ex girlfriend who cheated, total dislike for said person. Such dislike that I am shocked that you even care about the re development of the club which you spend so much time talking about.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Freddie Ramscar on July 25, 2019, 18:12:41 pm


I'm guessing the Cobb in your name is not short for Cobblers?  "they" "they" "they" sounds like someone talking about an ex girlfriend who cheated, total dislike for said person. Such dislike that I am shocked that you even care about the re development of the club which you spend so much time talking about.

Absolutely correct Lukey.

C'mon administrators Beds Cobb is a troll.         Please boot him out, he brings this forum into disrepute.


 


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: BedsCobb on July 25, 2019, 18:35:55 pm
Absolutely correct Lukey.

C'mon administrators Beds Cobb is a troll.         Please boot him out, he brings this forum into disrepute.


 
I've been booted off here twice  before during Cardoza era for complaining against the lack of redev and the owners inability to grow the clubs infrastructure..
Maybe they should kick into touch those aiding and abetting the systematic destruction of our clubs future growth..perhaps?


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: BMON on July 26, 2019, 06:13:41 am
That's not so Kelvin, you have in 4 years alienated the club from its town, treading water just  relying  on its small loyal core support In which to keep the club financed, a long with our sky share etc, allows the signing of many journey men players as well as allowing us to risk youth players in important games.
This will not build any bridges, build the infrastructure,  build the support base, nothing of value to the clubs future.
The club is in decline and falling so far behind our rivals.
This is an embarrassment to our town and those aiding and abetting the grabbing of council land should hang their heads.

David stop the cr@p
your boring.


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: OCoole on July 26, 2019, 15:41:19 pm
What realistic starting lineup do we want to see against Walsall then people?

I'll adopt Keith's 3412 and go for this:

                 Smith      Williams
                     Warburton 
  Martin     Lines     McWilliams     Adams
           Turnbull  Goode  Wharton
                       Arnold

Bench: Cornell, RHJ, Bunney, Watson, Pollock, Roberts, Oliver


Don't think McCormack will be ready yet. Front two not the most mobile but think this will have to do until Morias and Waters leave and another forward comes in. I like Roberts and think he could be a good impact sub for us; maybe even to be used alongside Warburton to give us creativity and a bit of pace playing in behind Smith


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: Manwork04 on July 26, 2019, 17:07:00 pm
Smith and Williams up font just doesn’t do it for me, either Smith or Williams and Morias


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: bungle on July 26, 2019, 17:57:15 pm
What realistic starting lineup do we want to see against Walsall then people?

I'll adopt Keith's 3412 and go for this:

                 Smith      Williams
                     Warburton 
  Martin     Lines     McWilliams     Adams
           Turnbull  Goode  Wharton
                       Arnold

Bench: Cornell, RHJ, Bunney, Watson, Pollock, Roberts, Oliver


Don't think McCormack will be ready yet. Front two not the most mobile but think this will have to do until Morias and Waters leave and another forward comes in. I like Roberts and think he could be a good impact sub for us; maybe even to be used alongside Warburton to give us creativity and a bit of pace playing in behind Smith



Looks fairly likely. I just hope you're right and it turns into a dynamic 3-4-1-2 when we are in possession rather than a flat 5-3-2 with hoofball bypassing the midfield.

Agree totally on the front two. However, three successive managers thought that Rico and Revell would work and I don't think Curle has any more tactical acumen than they did. Hopefully the departure of Waters/Morais will lead to the arrival of a more mobile forward (Hope would do nicely).


Title: Re: Squad Appraisal for Next Season
Post by: guest3086 on July 26, 2019, 20:51:29 pm
Looking forward to the insight of Everbright - he/she seems to know mutton from sheep dip.