guest2608
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« on: December 08, 2021, 16:58:35 pm » |
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Just a thought. With the window imminent, I would have thought that the chairman would have been planning on player investment based on forecast increases in turnover in FY22/23 with a completed East Stand. However, now that's been scuppered again, in the short/medium term at least I'd imagine we'll be making do with the excellent squad we have... Albeit needing a little extra up front. If I was in charge and saw zero chance of plans being agreed, I'd keep my wallet shut too. What does everyone else think? I'm assuming there will be views that the owners should spend regardless of any return.
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guest49
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« Reply #1 on: December 08, 2021, 17:49:53 pm » |
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We seem to be OK with what we have. It’s failing to invest and build to stay in the next one that’s the recurring issue.
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everbrite
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« Reply #2 on: December 08, 2021, 18:44:12 pm » |
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We seem to be OK with what we have. It’s failing to invest and build to stay in the next one that’s the recurring issue.
We definitely need additions up front and midfield. Well sourced loanee is acceptable for me! Is Ironside coming up for Contract renewal?
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« Reply #4 on: December 08, 2021, 19:12:53 pm » |
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I don't think a completed East Stand would really make much of the difference to the playing budget. Any extra income would just reduce the losses. Personally I would like to see us show we can run at a profit, otherwise we are always going to be reliant on external funding
It's January, so unless we are going to splash out on transfer fees and big wages, it's going to be loans, players who have been paid up by other clubs and out of contract. I would hope we can hit the jackpot again with a couple if loan players from the Premier League U23s, the best way to add some quality, but obviously unproven players so may not come off.
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Manwork04
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« Reply #5 on: December 08, 2021, 20:02:15 pm » |
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Thomas won’t spend a penny of Bowers money, JB will have to let’s go to bring in FACT.
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Rule Britannia
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« Reply #6 on: December 08, 2021, 20:40:55 pm » |
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Also, we still need a head of recruitment, since Foyle left...
But who recruits the head of recruitment
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EB Claret
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« Reply #7 on: December 08, 2021, 21:26:22 pm » |
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But who recruits the head of recruitment Indeed (?)
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guest2995
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« Reply #8 on: December 09, 2021, 04:28:37 am » |
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So , the starting point is : There is no budget of significance . As a result , the better players will not sign new contracts despite what is offered them unless we go up . Don’t hold your breath for a head of recruitment that has to be a magician - the best ones know our situation and will not leave current positions . It’s now down to a scouting network . New players will come in to replace those failing to perform currently if we can shift them . it is obvious who the players are .
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guest3481
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« Reply #9 on: December 09, 2021, 07:16:40 am » |
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Thomas won’t spend a penny of Bowers money, JB will have to let’s go to bring in FACT.
Not sure its a FACT but I would imagine that whilst JB will want to improve the squad he will also want it slightly smaller so easier to work with. I would agree with your opinion if we were say 6-10th ish but with us being 2nd and a slight gap opening up I would hope that they see that any investment is a lower risk as the opportunity for promotion is higher. The run of games and league position should also make conversations with players or clubs for loans easier.
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Manwork04
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« Reply #10 on: December 09, 2021, 11:18:22 am » |
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Not sure its a FACT but I would imagine that whilst JB will want to improve the squad he will also want it slightly smaller so easier to work with.
I would agree with your opinion if we were say 6-10th ish but with us being 2nd and a slight gap opening up I would hope that they see that any investment is a lower risk as the opportunity for promotion is higher. The run of games and league position should also make conversations with players or clubs for loans easier.
That’s what JB has been told, budgets too are off limits for questions apparently.
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Gen.Disorda
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« Reply #11 on: December 09, 2021, 11:35:26 am » |
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I would look at spending any budget on securing deals for out key players tbh
I would also look for a cheap loan Wide forward to to compete with Hoskins, Pinnock and Connolly.
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guest2995
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« Reply #12 on: December 09, 2021, 12:38:07 pm » |
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Not sure its a FACT but I would imagine that whilst JB will want to improve the squad he will also want it slightly smaller so easier to work with.
I would agree with your opinion if we were say 6-10th ish but with us being 2nd and a slight gap opening up I would hope that they see that any investment is a lower risk as the opportunity for promotion is higher. The run of games and league position should also make conversations with players or clubs for loans easier.
i think it’s a good point that our position will encourage loan players . Also , the record of developing players under our coaches is very good and it does make you wonder if the likes of Spurs and Burnley in particular will help us out .
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sxcobbler
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« Reply #13 on: December 09, 2021, 16:56:59 pm » |
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We seem to be OK with what we have. It’s failing to invest and build to stay in the next one that’s the recurring issue.
We have a threadbare squad and definitely need additions in the window....one or two are not up to standard as well.
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Manwork04
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« Reply #14 on: December 09, 2021, 18:26:38 pm » |
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We have a threadbare squad and definitely need additions in the window....one or two are not up to standard as well.
+1 we’ve been very lucky with not that many injuries to key players.
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Coolcat
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« Reply #15 on: December 09, 2021, 19:00:22 pm » |
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Ah, the January transfer window, where fans of every club thinks that a few tweaks are just waiting out there to be signed...and hey Presto North End, World beaters are go!
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Grove
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« Reply #16 on: December 09, 2021, 19:07:25 pm » |
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Pretty sure KT is more interested in the land grab deal than the team. i fear what we want and what we get will be two different matters. Get rid Flores ashley seal, Kabamba, Pollock may as well go too as he never gets a look in. striker, midfield playmaker in. we will see though
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the grumpy old man
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« Reply #17 on: December 09, 2021, 21:19:52 pm » |
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Pretty sure KT is more interested in the land grab deal than the team. i fear what we want and what we get will be two different matters. Get rid Flores ashley seal, Kabamba, Pollock may as well go too as he never gets a look in. striker, midfield playmaker in. we will see though
You can add Revan to that list as well. There's no point in keeping him beyond his January loan deal as he has hardly ever been fit to play. Practically another Nuttall.
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Manwork04
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« Reply #18 on: December 09, 2021, 23:38:26 pm » |
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You can add Revan to that list as well. There's no point in keeping him beyond his January loan deal as he has hardly ever been fit to play. Practically another Nuttall.
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Dr Feelgood
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« Reply #19 on: December 10, 2021, 03:14:02 am » |
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We should make a move for Haland. Imagine him and The Hoskmiester up top. We'd be Champions by Easter!!!
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For goodness sake Doc we are NOT going down you heard it here 1st (I damn well hope that does not come back to haunt me)
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