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Post by tepidterrier on Jun 14, 2023 10:53:20 GMT 1
With Warnock now officially staying on, although we've known it a while, that opens up a few potential signings.
He was always one who had his favourites that have followed him from club to club, or players that he's got the best out of.
Junior Hoilett and Sean Morrison have both been mentioned. Any others?
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jun 14, 2023 10:54:00 GMT 1
Lee peltier ? i know he is 37 or so now but still.
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Post by digs on Jun 14, 2023 11:04:57 GMT 1
Paddy Kenny
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Post by htafcokay on Jun 14, 2023 11:07:22 GMT 1
Lee peltier ? i know he is 37 or so now but still. Oh ffs. |
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Post by durhamterrier on Jun 14, 2023 11:19:13 GMT 1
Expect we’ll sign a flair player or two this summer - hes nurtured these really well in the past. Think another two wingers in.
However think his focus will be on making us even harder to beat. Imagine a couple of experienced midfielders and some pace at full back .
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Post by Lightcliffe Terrier on Jun 14, 2023 14:48:20 GMT 1
Gary Madine
Mendez Laing
Johnny Howson
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Post by goodbet on Jun 14, 2023 18:38:16 GMT 1
We don't want any typical Town signings
1) Ex Town player
2) way past their best
3) ready for retirement
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Post by overtonterrierspirit on Jun 14, 2023 18:55:57 GMT 1
We don't want any typical Town signings 1) Ex Town player 2) way past their best 3) ready for retirement Please add Injured for first 6 months of season. |
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Jun 15, 2023 6:33:26 GMT 1
Junior Hoilett sounds like a done deal
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Post by 3Pipe on Jun 15, 2023 8:45:46 GMT 1
33 ffs.
I'd have been more excited to hear about Yiadom or Mbengue.
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Post by rockwall on Jun 15, 2023 9:40:07 GMT 1
Aden Flint.
Loved him at Cardiff.
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Post by overtonterrierspirit on Jun 15, 2023 9:42:47 GMT 1
33 ffs. I'd have been more excited to hear about Yiadom or Mbengue. Incredibly short term planning if this is the policy. Maybe this is now the way forward - plan just for the coming season then go again next year? |
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Post by crux on Jun 15, 2023 10:20:56 GMT 1
33 ffs. I'd have been more excited to hear about Yiadom or Mbengue. Incredibly short term planning if this is the policy. Maybe this is now the way forward - plan just for the coming season then go again next year? It gives Pat Jones a year to build up some experience. Think of him as Aarons replacement, then it doesn't sound too bad 🤣 |
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Post by bentley316 on Jun 15, 2023 10:27:10 GMT 1
Incredibly short term planning if this is the policy. Maybe this is now the way forward - plan just for the coming season then go again next year? It gives Pat Jones a year to build up some experience. Think of him as Aarons replacement, then it doesn't sound too bad 🤣 I thought the CPR dummy thats always in the Doctors Office was Aarons replacement? |
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Post by Tinpot on Jun 15, 2023 14:52:20 GMT 1
Hoilett? First impression was one of disappointment. A player who is past his best, who has just left a club that will be plying their trade at a lower level.
However, the wings are probably the only outfield area where it makes sense to bulk out the squad. If he's just going to be a squad player, then a reliable old pro whose character NW knows well to act as cover in case of injury does make some sort of sense (assuming that he doesn't take up much of the budget).
It's still a bit of an underwhelming one TBH, but not as nonsensical as I first wondered.
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Post by mosher on Jun 15, 2023 15:15:32 GMT 1
Hoilett? First impression was one of disappointment. A player who is past his best, who has just left a club that will be plying their trade at a lower level. However, the wings are probably the only outfield area where it makes sense to bulk out the squad. If he's just going to be a squad player, then a reliable old pro whose character NW knows well to act as cover in case of injury does make some sort of sense (assuming that he doesn't take up much of the budget). It's still a bit of an underwhelming one TBH, but not as nonsensical as I first wondered. Entirely my thinking. When Hoilett was first posited on here I thought "Really? Why? What a waste of much-needed funds" But then just thought, "Nah, King Colin knows far better than me what he needs to progress us" Now if it was Buzz saying he wanted to sign him? ? ? ?  Edit: Fucking hate the changing things to smileys without wanting to  |
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Post by hartyhtfc on Jun 15, 2023 15:46:40 GMT 1
I don't mind Hoilett, solid pro, played in the Prem and in promotion teams, will do a job and will also know exactly what Colin requires.
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Post by Tinpot on Jun 15, 2023 16:08:10 GMT 1
Hoilett? First impression was one of disappointment. A player who is past his best, who has just left a club that will be plying their trade at a lower level. However, the wings are probably the only outfield area where it makes sense to bulk out the squad. If he's just going to be a squad player, then a reliable old pro whose character NW knows well to act as cover in case of injury does make some sort of sense (assuming that he doesn't take up much of the budget). It's still a bit of an underwhelming one TBH, but not as nonsensical as I first wondered. Entirely my thinking. When Hoilett was first posited on here I thought "Really? Why? What a waste of much-needed funds" But then just thought, "Nah, King Colin knows far better than me what he needs to progress us" Now if it was Buzz saying he wanted to sign him? ? ? ? Edit: Fucking hate the changing things to smileys without wanting to Buzz could bring in Alf Inge Haaland's lad and I'd doubt his ability to get a tune out of him. As for Hoilett, I can see the sense in a Whitehead type of role (except on the wings). Plenty of experience, ok as backup on the pitch but main value is as an example/mentor to other players. If he's being brought in as a first choice player making 40+ starts per season then I'm concerned. However, we're sorely lacking in quantity as well as quality in that position so getting someone in offering leadership, experience and cover makes sense. |
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Post by rockwall on Jun 18, 2023 12:22:52 GMT 1
After rumours in Jan regarding George Saville.
He played for Warnock at Boro and Warnock always had high praise.
Seems like someone we could pursue. 30 year old midfield player. Would be a good one to have with Hogg. Either next to eachother or rotation.
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Post by rockwall on Jun 18, 2023 12:24:26 GMT 1
I don't mind Hoilett, solid pro, played in the Prem and in promotion teams, will do a job and will also know exactly what Colin requires. So had Puncheon... |
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Post by htfcfcfc on Jun 18, 2023 12:59:09 GMT 1
I don't mind Hoilett, solid pro, played in the Prem and in promotion teams, will do a job and will also know exactly what Colin requires. So had Puncheon... We will not sleepwalk into relegation……oh hang on |
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Post by rockwall on Jun 18, 2023 13:03:00 GMT 1
We will not sleepwalk into relegation……oh hang on That quote will go down in HTAFC history! |
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Post by Gold Coast Terrier on Jun 19, 2023 5:58:04 GMT 1
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Post by mosher on Jun 19, 2023 8:50:34 GMT 1
Good. Even with Colin's magic dust I wouldn't want Punch-drunk back |
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Post by Tinpot on Jun 19, 2023 13:49:19 GMT 1
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Post by mosher on Jun 19, 2023 13:53:11 GMT 1
Yeah, but he signed him for L***s knowing sewer rats would fit right in  |
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Post by shawsie on Jun 19, 2023 13:57:17 GMT 1
We will not sleepwalk into relegation……oh hang on That quote will go down in HTAFC history! So it should - we never managed a crawl never mind a walk. Not a good time in DHs tenor that. |
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Post by mosher on Jun 19, 2023 14:00:37 GMT 1
That quote will go down in HTAFC history! So it should - we never managed a crawl never mind a walk. Not a good time in DHs tenor that. Was the fat lady already singing when he said it though |
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Post by Leporid on Jun 19, 2023 21:00:37 GMT 1
So it should - we never managed a crawl never mind a walk. Not a good time in DHs tenor that. Was the fat lady already singing when he said it though Sharp. |
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Post by calken on Jun 27, 2023 15:07:24 GMT 1
I'm beginning to think 33 isn't as old as it was 5 years ago, figuratively, of course. With the advances in training over the years, medical treatment, squad rotation etc. I believe the current crop of players in this age bracket are better than they used to be.
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