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Post by Porrohman on Jan 22, 2024 17:49:16 GMT 1
Yes smithies is back in Huddersfield but only because he wants to be closer to his family He’s happy picking up his wage at Leicester, no chance he’s coming back anytime soon. Helik will only go if it’s too good a deal to turn down. Nothing I’ve heard concrete at all just whispers. No chance he's coming back as he's retired. As the poster you quoted had said... Bookended his career by getting dry bummed in a local derby. First Town game, we got hammered at Bellend Road, final first team game was Cardiff getting smashed 4-0 by Swansea.
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Post by rab030 on Jan 22, 2024 18:15:25 GMT 1
Once he’d decided he’d had enough he sold whatever he could (that had a value) to reduce his debt I think in most cases he was only selling what he had bought in the first place for a significant loss which is why in the end he had to write off the balance. Re sold some players not to take money out but to put less in. A significant difference I think we are in danger of debating how he rearranged the deck chairs on the Titanic.
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Post by boooothy on Jan 22, 2024 18:28:05 GMT 1
Kev’s off home and the recruitment team have got their feet up doing nowt.
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Jan 22, 2024 18:28:30 GMT 1
Obafemi going to Millwall on loan. Good signing that. He's quick. Town don't have that attribute selected in their scouting software tool
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Post by Porrohman on Jan 22, 2024 18:42:19 GMT 1
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Post by Walton-on-the-Hill Terrier on Jan 22, 2024 19:29:04 GMT 1
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Post by saintlyterrier on Jan 22, 2024 19:33:25 GMT 1
Kev’s off home and the recruitment team have got their feet up doing nowt. Harsh, given this active window.
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Post by NewMill Terrier on Jan 22, 2024 21:25:23 GMT 1
Kev’s off home and the recruitment team have got their feet up doing nowt. Harsh, given this active window. Some people are only happy when they are moaning. Ideally 1/2 good prem loans would be ideal but even if we don't sign anyone else it's still been a good window imo. Unfortunately though, I feel it will need a change in manager to get the best out of them🤷🏻♂️
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jan 22, 2024 21:29:46 GMT 1
Harsh, given this active window. Some people are only happy when they are moaning. Ideally 1/2 good prem loans would be ideal but even if we don't sign anyone else it's still been a good window imo. Unfortunately though, I feel it will need a change in manager to get the best out of them🤷🏻♂️ will that happen though or is it just idle threats?
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Post by JoelG on Jan 22, 2024 21:34:29 GMT 1
Chris Conn Clarke the next one to make that step up. Hopefully we put ourselves in the frame
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Post by wildhogg on Jan 22, 2024 21:35:27 GMT 1
Harsh, given this active window. Some people are only happy when they are moaning. Ideally 1/2 good prem loans would be ideal but even if we don't sign anyone else it's still been a good window imo. Unfortunately though, I feel it will need a change in manager to get the best out of them🤷🏻♂️ I'm really happy with the business we've done so far. However, I'm worried that it won't make a lot of difference unless we strengthen the midfield with a few players who can link attack and defence/enable us to keep a foot on the ball for more than 2 to 3 passes. At the moment all we have is Hogg, who's preference is to pass backwards (sometimes to the opposition), and Matos, who I like but is a box-to-box ratter. If there's no-one available over here, surely there are one two options in Holland/Germany/Belgium we could look at?
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Post by shawsie on Jan 22, 2024 21:57:37 GMT 1
Obafemi going to Millwall on loan. Good signing that. He's quick. Town don't have that attribute selected in their scouting software tool Pace isnt the answer all the time tho.....diakhaby and mbenza were both rapid......and crap.
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Post by saintlyterrier on Jan 22, 2024 22:06:15 GMT 1
He's quick. Town don't have that attribute selected in their scouting software tool Pace isnt the answer all the time tho.....diakhaby and mbenza were both rapid......and crap. Pretty much hits the mark with this guy. Why did Saints get shot, and why has he not stayed long at other clubs?
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Post by monkbar on Jan 22, 2024 22:10:24 GMT 1
He's quick. Town don't have that attribute selected in their scouting software tool Pace isnt the answer all the time tho.....diakhaby and mbenza were both rapid......and crap. Crapid
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Post by arry11 on Jan 23, 2024 3:06:08 GMT 1
Some people are only happy when they are moaning. Ideally 1/2 good prem loans would be ideal but even if we don't sign anyone else it's still been a good window imo. Unfortunately though, I feel it will need a change in manager to get the best out of them🤷🏻♂️ I'm really happy with the business we've done so far. However, I'm worried that it won't make a lot of difference unless we strengthen the midfield with a few players who can link attack and defence/enable us to keep a foot on the ball for more than 2 to 3 passes. At the moment all we have is Hogg, who's preference is to pass backwards (sometimes to the opposition), and Matos, who I like but is a box-to-box ratter. If there's no-one available over here, surely there are one two options in Holland/Germany/Belgium we could look at? Our good work will be all in vain if we don't make big improvement in the midfield area.
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Post by royrace on Jan 23, 2024 9:39:14 GMT 1
I'm really happy with the business we've done so far. However, I'm worried that it won't make a lot of difference unless we strengthen the midfield with a few players who can link attack and defence/enable us to keep a foot on the ball for more than 2 to 3 passes. At the moment all we have is Hogg, who's preference is to pass backwards (sometimes to the opposition), and Matos, who I like but is a box-to-box ratter. If there's no-one available over here, surely there are one two options in Holland/Germany/Belgium we could look at? Our good work will be all in vain if we don't make big improvement in the midfield area. Its the key position imo, much more important than a new centre back.
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Post by galpharm2400 on Jan 23, 2024 9:58:55 GMT 1
Our good work will be all in vain if we don't make big improvement in the midfield area. Its the key position imo, much more important than a new centre back. A centre back with pace may allow the whole team to play 20 yards further up the pitch for far longer in games, that will change the way we play. The actual midfield being closer to a striker(s) for longer means more support, easier, shorter passes etc thereby negating somewhat the need for a ball playing, full range of passing midfielder. The problem is finding one who is available and would come here for starters. More players playing in their right positions in a system that suits how they like to play could be easier to fettle than finding a ball player?
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Post by castlehillterrier on Jan 23, 2024 10:18:45 GMT 1
Our good work will be all in vain if we don't make big improvement in the midfield area. Its the key position imo, much more important than a new centre back. I dont think we are desperate for any more midfielders we just need to get the best out of what we have. Matos, Hogg, Rudoni, Wiles, Kasumu, Diarra. I think the biggest area currently is full back both sides we really need someone depending on the injury situation, you could say left back will be fine as Yuta will be back soon, RB could be fine if Turton is back soon but not sure how he is going to play. Squad wise we dont really need any more players, we need some back fit but when all avaialble this squad is more than good enough to acheive the required targets, not convinced our coaching team are however. The money for me would be spent on changing managers and forget about any more signings.
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Post by castlehillterrier on Jan 23, 2024 10:20:18 GMT 1
Its the key position imo, much more important than a new centre back. A centre back with pace may allow the whole team to play 20 yards further up the pitch for far longer in games, that will change the way we play. The actual midfield being closer to a striker(s) for longer means more support, easier, shorter passes etc thereby negating somewhat the need for a ball playing, full range of passing midfielder. The problem is finding one who is available and would come here for starters. More players playing in their right positions in a system that suits how they like to play could be easier to fettle than finding a ball player? we have a centre back with pace no problem finding one, he was one of the fastest players in the Dutch league.... in case you missed it Welcome Radinio Balker............
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Post by galpharm2400 on Jan 23, 2024 10:31:16 GMT 1
A centre back with pace may allow the whole team to play 20 yards further up the pitch for far longer in games, that will change the way we play. The actual midfield being closer to a striker(s) for longer means more support, easier, shorter passes etc thereby negating somewhat the need for a ball playing, full range of passing midfielder. The problem is finding one who is available and would come here for starters. More players playing in their right positions in a system that suits how they like to play could be easier to fettle than finding a ball player? we have a centre back with pace no problem finding one, he was one of the fastest players in the Dutch league.... in case you missed it Welcome Radinio Balker............ I wasnt clear. The acquisition of a pacey centre back may now allow Moore, if he chooses to, to shift the team up the pitch. Changing how the team plays is probably easier at this time than finding a ball playing midfielder on our budget and given our present position...
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Post by jqhtfc on Jan 23, 2024 10:49:28 GMT 1
Its the key position imo, much more important than a new centre back. I dont think we are desperate for any more midfielders we just need to get the best out of what we have. Matos, Hogg, Rudoni, Wiles, Kasumu, Diarra. I think the biggest area currently is full back both sides we really need someone depending on the injury situation, you could say left back will be fine as Yuta will be back soon, RB could be fine if Turton is back soon but not sure how he is going to play. Squad wise we dont really need any more players, we need some back fit but when all avaialble this squad is more than good enough to acheive the required targets, not convinced our coaching team are however. The money for me would be spent on changing managers and forget about any more signings. Yet none of them midfielder can put a foot on the ball and try control a game
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Post by dezzly on Jan 23, 2024 11:25:31 GMT 1
Its the key position imo, much more important than a new centre back. A centre back with pace may allow the whole team to play 20 yards further up the pitch for far longer in games, that will change the way we play. The actual midfield being closer to a striker(s) for longer means more support, easier, shorter passes etc thereby negating somewhat the need for a ball playing, full range of passing midfielder. The problem is finding one who is available and would come here for starters. More players playing in their right positions in a system that suits how they like to play could be easier to fettle than finding a ball player? Good post!I think we have got one now in balker and I do think the plan could be to utilise Spencer in the other side given how well he’s done and that he is quick across the ground too. Playing that higher line like you say could negate some of the deficiencies of our passing and could prone my mean you can play a rudoni as an actual number 10 so closer to the strikers.The wing backs can also push higher too.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 23, 2024 11:27:35 GMT 1
I dont think we are desperate for any more midfielders we just need to get the best out of what we have. Matos, Hogg, Rudoni, Wiles, Kasumu, Diarra. I think the biggest area currently is full back both sides we really need someone depending on the injury situation, you could say left back will be fine as Yuta will be back soon, RB could be fine if Turton is back soon but not sure how he is going to play. Squad wise we dont really need any more players, we need some back fit but when all avaialble this squad is more than good enough to acheive the required targets, not convinced our coaching team are however. The money for me would be spent on changing managers and forget about any more signings. Yet none of them midfielder can put a foot on the ball and try control a game Wiles is currently crap. Or very crap. What type of player was he when he was supposed to be good/very good ?
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jan 23, 2024 11:28:27 GMT 1
Yet none of them midfielder can put a foot on the ball and try control a game Wiles is currently crap. Or very crap. What type of player was he when he was supposed to be good/very good ? box to box , thats how he deseribed himself when he signed.
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Post by Gag_N_Bone_Man on Jan 23, 2024 12:58:48 GMT 1
I would say it would take a very big fee for us to let Helik go mid-season - Dean isn;t in charge any more - we don't have to sell our best assets at a risk to our league position Not sure I follow. Did we ever sell one of our best players in the January window under Hoyle? Read my comment as two parts. We won't let him go now. And we don't need to sell anyone we don't want to since KN is in charge.
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Post by Gag_N_Bone_Man on Jan 23, 2024 13:01:20 GMT 1
That's the minimum I would want from them JUST SAY NO.
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Post by Gag_N_Bone_Man on Jan 23, 2024 13:03:37 GMT 1
Another player where there's a revisionist theory about his abilities when not in the team for a period of time.... Common consensus was Burgzorg was Col Quanner MKII. A handful of goals has not changed that view of him for me. I think that you are seriously over-egging Quaner's ability. He was absolutely dreadful but managed to acquire cult status on DATM on the strength of one run and cross at Hillsborough, and a decent showing at Vicarage Road. Terrible footballer. Plus the time he nearly knocked himself out with his play off medal
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Post by Gag_N_Bone_Man on Jan 23, 2024 13:04:18 GMT 1
Its the key position imo, much more important than a new centre back. I dont think we are desperate for any more midfielders we just need to get the best out of what we have. Matos, Hogg, Rudoni, Wiles, Kasumu, Diarra. I think the biggest area currently is full back both sides we really need someone depending on the injury situation, you could say left back will be fine as Yuta will be back soon, RB could be fine if Turton is back soon but not sure how he is going to play. Squad wise we dont really need any more players, we need some back fit but when all avaialble this squad is more than good enough to acheive the required targets, not convinced our coaching team are however. The money for me would be spent on changing managers and forget about any more signings. Name one of those midfielders who you can say has ever dictated a game for us, please
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Post by benhomly on Jan 23, 2024 13:10:09 GMT 1
I think that you are seriously over-egging Quaner's ability. He was absolutely dreadful but managed to acquire cult status on DATM on the strength of one run and cross at Hillsborough, and a decent showing at Vicarage Road. Terrible footballer. Plus the time he nearly knocked himself out with his play off medal Almost as funny as the trophy lid falling on Lee Sinnotts head in '95
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Post by arry11 on Jan 23, 2024 13:19:37 GMT 1
we have a centre back with pace no problem finding one, he was one of the fastest players in the Dutch league.... in case you missed it Welcome Radinio Balker............ I wasnt clear. The acquisition of a pacey centre back may now allow Moore, if he chooses to, to shift the team up the pitch. Changing how the team plays is probably easier at this time than finding a ball playing midfielder on our budget and given our present position... Of late we have pushed further up but without any cohesion from our play makers it's dreadful and a distinct lack of any creativity from any of them.
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