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Post by Kenny irons on May 22, 2021 14:59:22 GMT 1
Recently released MK Dons goalkeeper Lee Nicholls will be the goalkeeper coming in to the club to compete with Ryan Schofield. Announcement should be anytime tbh
Lee is a very decent shot stopper by all accounts and is also a big presence, however it does make me wonder why he couldn't quite make the 11 in a bang average mk dons side.
Personally it's a upgrade on poppadoms hands however mkdons reserve keeper is a little underwhelming.
What's everyone else's opinion on this signing?
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Post by Tinpot on May 22, 2021 15:16:10 GMT 1
Some actual poppadoms would be an upgrade on Pereira TBF.
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on May 22, 2021 15:21:59 GMT 1
I think it perfectly sums up the massive decline we have been on for the last 3 years. Next season is going to be a proper relegation scrap, no doubt about that
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Post by tepidterrier on May 22, 2021 15:23:56 GMT 1
We need GK backup arranging first and foremost as Schofield is our only contracted keeper to have played a senior game. If Nicholls isn't first choice in the league below he's not coming in here as first choice. Reading between the lines on what Phil said in his interview, we're covering the bases in terms of squad depth first, which is the right choice. Then with the opportunity for more aspirational signings once Mbenza and Bacuna are off. I suspect we'll go for another keeper later in the window (or more likely in January if Schofield doesn't take his chance as a starter) once the more pressing matters are covered.
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Post by positive plus + pompous on May 22, 2021 15:30:55 GMT 1
I highly doubt we will be signing this guy to be 3rd choice so my guess is schofield will therefore still be no.1. Let's wait and see.
Personally I think we need a really solid keeper who can command his box.
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on May 22, 2021 15:32:07 GMT 1
I think it perfectly sums up the massive decline we have been on for the last 3 years. Next season is going to be a proper relegation scrap, no doubt about that go away yougloom merchant like everyone else you don't know Dont know what? We've signed Rhodes who has struggled for the last few years and couldnt hold a place down in a relegated side We've signed a centre half who has been steady for Luton but their fans are least bothered about losing out the ones who have gone and say they needed better. I think he'll be solid and good to have around in a relegation battle. We're about to sign a goalkeeper released from a mid table league one side to battle for the starting spot with a young player who clearly doesnt yet have a good enough all round game for this level. Explain to me why you think we won't be fighting relegation? Are you confident we're not going to concede goals for fun again? |
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Post by Baby-face Frankenstein on May 22, 2021 15:42:59 GMT 1
If this is true, it would be interesting to at least know how Town became aware of him. By the time the new season starts, he won't have played a first team league game for nigh on a year. According to Transfermarkt, he did play the first seven games last season, but fell out of favour, it would seem, for a Blackburn U23 goalkeeper, who took over the first team goalkeeper spot at MKD in October last year. Been on the radar for a couple of years? Who knows? I'd still wish him well if he came to Town, but it's likely he'll be third choice or second at very best.
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Post by thomo on May 22, 2021 15:43:58 GMT 1
Sounds another odd one. Really don’t think Schofield should be number 1 next season. Maybe this guy will be third choice - we did have two back up keepers last year.
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Post by positive plus + pompous on May 22, 2021 15:54:50 GMT 1
If this is true, it would be interesting to at least know how Town became aware of him. By the time the new season starts, he won't have played a first team league game for nigh on a year. According to Transfermarkt, he did play the first seven games last season, but fell out of favour, it would seem, for a Blackburn U23 goalkeeper, who took over the first team goalkeeper spot at MKD in October last year. Been on the radar for a couple of years? Who knows? I'd still wish him well if he came to Town, but it's likely he'll be third choice or second at very best. Well if he signs, one thing is for sure... we will soon know when he first became aware of Town's interest in him.  |
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Post by huddersfc on May 22, 2021 15:57:01 GMT 1
No opinion on him, never seen him play, never heard of him. Surprised though we didnt just extend Leutweiler if this guy is coming in as 3rd choice?
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Post by Baby-face Frankenstein on May 22, 2021 16:05:00 GMT 1
If this is true, it would be interesting to at least know how Town became aware of him. By the time the new season starts, he won't have played a first team league game for nigh on a year. According to Transfermarkt, he did play the first seven games last season, but fell out of favour, it would seem, for a Blackburn U23 goalkeeper, who took over the first team goalkeeper spot at MKD in October last year. Been on the radar for a couple of years? Who knows? I'd still wish him well if he came to Town, but it's likely he'll be third choice or second at very best. Well if he signs, one thing is for sure... we will soon know when he first became aware of Town's interest in him. Do MK Dons actually have a reserve team, where someone from Town could have seen him? A quick look at their site would indicate they have an U18 side, but I can't see an U23 MKD side. Can't be bothered researching any more for someone who is only rumoured to be coming to us. Someone must have done their homework on him, I'm sure....or am I? |
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Post by Walton-on-the-Hill Terrier on May 22, 2021 16:07:24 GMT 1
Probably recommended by Keogh.
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Post by dalesterrier on May 22, 2021 16:14:22 GMT 1
Squad depth but here to compete with Schofield I would think. Appears good with his distribution, great shot stopper, big guy who commands his area and saves a significant number of penalties. At 28 probably not even at his peak as a keeper either. It could be a very good piece of recruitment by us. I understand the reservation by some but we need to remember, that amongst the rubbish we've signed, there has also been some good signings made
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on May 22, 2021 16:18:19 GMT 1
Squad depth but here to compete with Schofield I would think. Appears good with his distribution, great shot stopper, big guy who commands his area and saves a significant number of penalties. At 28 probably not even at his peak as a keeper either. It could be a very good piece of recruitment by us. I understand the reservation by some but we need to remember, that amongst the rubbish we've signed, there has also been some good signings made From your description it sounds like he should be starting for Man City. MK Dons fans say he lost his place because he couldn't adjust to their new style which involved playing out from the back. Seems a strange signing given Coberan is obsessed with doing that |
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Post by kennyk2 on May 22, 2021 16:21:35 GMT 1
After that superb double save today from the penalty, I wouldn't be too upset if we signed the Hibs goalie. 6'7" and he can catch as well.
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Post by Christ in Shades (art) on May 22, 2021 16:22:54 GMT 1
Squad depth but here to compete with Schofield I would think. Appears good with his distribution, great shot stopper, big guy who commands his area and saves a significant number of penalties. At 28 probably not even at his peak as a keeper either. It could be a very good piece of recruitment by us. I understand the reservation by some but we need to remember, that amongst the rubbish we've signed, there has also been some good signings made From your description it sounds like he should be starting for Man City. MK Dons fans say he lost his place because he couldn't adjust to their new style which involved playing out from the back. Seems a strange signing given Coberan is obsessed with doing that None of the current signings seem to fit in to his style. |
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Post by kirkheatonterrier on May 22, 2021 16:51:53 GMT 1
From your description it sounds like he should be starting for Man City. MK Dons fans say he lost his place because he couldn't adjust to their new style which involved playing out from the back. Seems a strange signing given Coberan is obsessed with doing that None of the current signings seem to fit in to his style. |
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Post by kirkheatonterrier on May 22, 2021 16:53:50 GMT 1
Dont think CC has a say to be honest. If he did then surely he wouldn't agree to this signing if he cant play out from the back or Rhodes who cant play as a lone striker. These are players PH wants as they are cheap.
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Post by dezzly on May 22, 2021 16:53:54 GMT 1
Squad depth but here to compete with Schofield I would think. Appears good with his distribution, great shot stopper, big guy who commands his area and saves a significant number of penalties. At 28 probably not even at his peak as a keeper either. It could be a very good piece of recruitment by us. I understand the reservation by some but we need to remember, that amongst the rubbish we've signed, there has also been some good signings made From your description it sounds like he should be starting for Man City. MK Dons fans say he lost his place because he couldn't adjust to their new style which involved playing out from the back. Seems a strange signing given Coberan is obsessed with doing that Also seen comments from mk dons fans saying has very good distribution and that don’t see why can’t step up to championship level. Think club will be leaving the spot open and it’s to fight it out to be no1.That kind of competition for the place can hopefully only benefit the club. At first wasn’t too sure but looking into him more and seeing some of the comments makes me think could be good signing. |
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Post by rothwellterrier on May 22, 2021 16:55:12 GMT 1
From your description it sounds like he should be starting for Man City. MK Dons fans say he lost his place because he couldn't adjust to their new style which involved playing out from the back. Seems a strange signing given Coberan is obsessed with doing that None of the current signings seem to fit in to his style. I posted something similar yesterday. Maybe one major change this off season is the style of play and the approach of Carlos himself. |
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Post by Maynardblue on May 22, 2021 17:19:16 GMT 1
He only lost his place at MK when he refused a new deal and they brought in the Blackburn lad. Was a mainstay prior to that.
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Post by Kenny irons on May 22, 2021 17:41:40 GMT 1
He only lost his place at MK when he refused a new deal and they brought in the Blackburn lad. Was a mainstay prior to that. Tbf Maynard I heard the same thing pal |
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Post by Deleted on May 22, 2021 18:08:46 GMT 1
None of the current signings seem to fit in to his style. I posted something similar yesterday. Maybe one major change this off season is the style of play and the approach of Carlos himself. That's entirely possible, but is it forced by Bromby or voluntary by CC? Phil sacked the Cowleys because he wanted to emulate Biesla's dynamic footballing style that pleased the fans... and now we are here?  |
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Post by Tinpot on May 22, 2021 18:09:53 GMT 1
No opinion on him, never seen him play, never heard of him. Surprised though we didnt just extend Leutweiler if this guy is coming in as 3rd choice? Maybe Nicholls is better than Leutwiler? After all, Leutwiler couldn't get on the bench ahead of The Hologram. You'd like to think that the new guy is at least an upgrade on the backup we had last season. |
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on May 22, 2021 18:14:08 GMT 1
No opinion on him, never seen him play, never heard of him. Surprised though we didnt just extend Leutweiler if this guy is coming in as 3rd choice? Maybe Nicholls is better than Leutwiler? After all, Leutwiler couldn't get on the bench ahead of The Hologram. You'd like to think that the new guy is at least an upgrade on the backup we had last season. Blackburn paid a fee for Leutwiler not so long back and he started quite a bit for Fleetwood last season. The person who thinks Nicholls is a good signing is the same person who thought Leutwiler was a good signing to make and The Hologram too. Lets hope once he is in the door and watched up close that he actually turns out to be more competent than those two |
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Post by huddersfc on May 22, 2021 18:14:53 GMT 1
He only lost his place at MK when he refused a new deal and they brought in the Blackburn lad. Was a mainstay prior to that. If true, thats pretty poor from mk dons. Why would you not play the better keeper just because he won't sign a new deal. Especially when the Blackburn lad would also be going at the end of the season. At a guess I would imagine there has also been a falling out too. |
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Post by melrich62 on May 22, 2021 18:17:59 GMT 1
looks ok to me
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Post by huddersfc on May 22, 2021 18:20:58 GMT 1
No opinion on him, never seen him play, never heard of him. Surprised though we didnt just extend Leutweiler if this guy is coming in as 3rd choice? Maybe Nicholls is better than Leutwiler? After all, Leutwiler couldn't get on the bench ahead of The Hologram. You'd like to think that the new guy is at least an upgrade on the backup we had last season. You could well be right. As I admitted I know nothing about the lad and will not judge until I have seen him for a few games. The comment on leutwiler was merely due to a few people alluding to him maybe as a 3rd keeper. Leutwiler was another I knew nothing about but as you say, he couldn't make the bench ahead of pereira, so I think its probably right to say this new lad is probably an upgrade. |
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on May 22, 2021 18:25:58 GMT 1
This lad looks decent
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Post by melrich62 on May 22, 2021 18:34:42 GMT 1
:-) He could be a Premier League player in a week or so |
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