townian
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Post by townian on Jul 9, 2024 15:45:49 GMT 1
Tried* Language indicates they were told no on this attempt. Then again, Nixon is alarmingly hit and miss. Article said try for Huddersfield winger hence why I popped it on like that “French side Nantes are trying to sign Huddersfield’s Welsh wide man Sorba Thomas. Nantes are bidding to take transfer listed Thomas in a deal worth £1 million and the Terriers will trade. The clubs are discussing the structure of the deal before allowing Thomas to speak with the Ligue Un outfit. Thomas also has domestic interest but the chance to play in Europe would attract him and increase his reputation.”
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Post by blueandwhiteterrier on Jul 9, 2024 16:01:26 GMT 1
I liked Holmes as well. I don't know why he was sent packing. Also I disagree with Warnock getting Ward such a big salary. One of the other issues I had with Warnock. Don't forget re-signing Ruffels, "the best LB in the Championship."Did he play one game last season? 🤷🏻♂️ Of course, I forgot about that one. Some silly decisions last year.
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Post by ben1987 on Jul 9, 2024 16:02:15 GMT 1
I like koroma If he leaves he will probably have a cracking season like dwayne Holmes did...that's the only thing I disagreed with warnock about I liked Holmes as well. I don't know why he was sent packing. Also I disagree with Warnock getting Ward such a big salary. One of the other issues I had with Warnock. He was moved on to save a few quid
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Jul 9, 2024 16:35:00 GMT 1
I'd have hoped for a bit more than £1 million but him moving on makes sense. I'd expect he is too good for league one, he will think the same and Duff probably struggles to fit him in to his preferred formation.
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Post by allan 1958 (OAF-WROY)(SSLFF) on Jul 9, 2024 16:37:06 GMT 1
You know things are bad when our main threat for goals is a curry. The talk of his inconsistency is on the money, unfortunately we get two sides to him, Rogue n Josh ?
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Post by townrwe on Jul 9, 2024 16:43:15 GMT 1
If we got 5 million for no end productbl Rudoni... We should get 10 for end product Sorba.
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Post by terriersyndrome on Jul 9, 2024 16:53:22 GMT 1
If we got 5 million for no end productbl Rudoni... We should get 10 for end product Sorba. We didn't get £5m for Rudoni.
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jul 9, 2024 16:54:18 GMT 1
If we got 5 million for no end productbl Rudoni... We should get 10 for end product Sorba. We didn't get £5m for Rudoni. you know this as a fact ?
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Post by rockwall on Jul 9, 2024 16:59:04 GMT 1
We didn't get £5m for Rudoni. you know this as a fact ? Stated by itk etc It was more. So he is correct, we didn't get 5.
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jul 9, 2024 17:00:57 GMT 1
you know this as a fact ? Stated by itk etc It was more. So he is correct, we didn't get 5. well between 3 and 5 is good money, sorba for a million to 2 million is good . There is a lot more to the obvious and the club needs to do what is right for us as a club.
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Post by rockwall on Jul 9, 2024 17:03:35 GMT 1
Stated by itk etc It was more. So he is correct, we didn't get 5. well between 3 and 5 is good money, sorba for a million to 2 million is good . There is a lot more to the obvious and the club needs to do what is right for us as a club. I think it's best for all parties Sorba went. Had q decent season in the play off campaign but imo, doesn't do enough for a winger. We needed more goals from him and in open play his final ball can be shocking too. I'd take 2m with some add ons included and a sell on.
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Post by Captainslapper on Jul 9, 2024 17:05:56 GMT 1
£1m doesnt seem much for a player of his age with his assist stats ,but youre only going to get what the market says hes worth. If he goes to France for just £1m instead of any of the Championship clubs that could easily pay that then Id say that pretty much confirms theres something other than football ability with him thats putting managers off.
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jul 9, 2024 17:07:20 GMT 1
well between 3 and 5 is good money, sorba for a million to 2 million is good . There is a lot more to the obvious and the club needs to do what is right for us as a club. I think it's best for all parties Sorba went. Had q decent season in the play off campaign but imo, doesn't do enough for a winger. We needed more goals from him and in open play his final ball can be shocking too. I'd take 2m with some add ons included and a sell on. Like have said before, there is no gaurntee he will "stand out " or "rip up " league 1, as he is very much a player who unless his mind is on it and is committed to it . Then he just wont do enough to "stand out" or "rip up ". CC had a way of playing that covered for Sorba's falls, since then we haven't being able to cover it. Duff wants every single player " in" on what we are going to do this year. The money coming in will support the club to move in stronger.
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Post by HuddsTerrier on Jul 9, 2024 17:31:15 GMT 1
I wonder if his value would be more if AB hadn't had his public whinge before jumping in his taxi to the airport
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Post by ebargum on Jul 9, 2024 17:34:50 GMT 1
I wonder if his value would be more if AB hadn't had his public whinge before jumping in his taxi to the airport Possibly, but Blackburn and Wales presumably also had problems.
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jul 9, 2024 17:39:29 GMT 1
I wonder if his value would be more if AB hadn't had his public whinge before jumping in his taxi to the airport Possibly, but Blackburn and Wales also has problems. This is something to consider also, clubs do due dillegence on not just a players abilities but also character. It is like any other job, where a character references are given, Thomas's references may not be great due to his character references due to the above and a manager openly kinda calling him out. A a club may well take him, in the "hope" that can they can cope with him, but cheap and cheerful price.
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Post by alanalanleeee on Jul 9, 2024 18:43:44 GMT 1
Apparently Alex Matos just posted a photo of himself playing for town from last season. Anything in that or is he just feeling reminiscent?
Think he would be a great addition to our current set up…
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jul 9, 2024 18:44:49 GMT 1
Apparently Alex Matos just posted a photo of himself playing for town from last season. Anything in that or is he just feeling reminiscent? Think he would be a great addition to our current set up… could well be a great "6" in the duff system.
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Post by brighousebandbred on Jul 9, 2024 18:45:09 GMT 1
£1m doesnt seem much for a player of his age with his assist stats ,but youre only going to get what the market says hes worth. If he goes to France for just £1m instead of any of the Championship clubs that could easily pay that then Id say that pretty much confirms theres something other than football ability with him thats putting managers off. Stats are just that he’s a dream if your into stats but there is a reason most clubs of a higher calibre aren’t even slightly interesting is this walking show pony. All huff and no puff work rate isn’t consistent in one game never mind consistent game after game. crosses all the time because he can’t beat a man and also doesn’t have the foggiest clue how to actually score goals for a player in his position or track back and actually close crosses down . I cannot wait for the club to move ST on , get anything for him and let the club have players who will run through brick walls to help this team rather than run to blow smoke up their own arses at every opportunity. He puts in a great cross every so often but it’s extremely rare now and definitely the time for this great team player to go destroy somebody else’s team ethic elsewhere.
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Post by brighousebandbred on Jul 9, 2024 18:48:01 GMT 1
Possibly, but Blackburn and Wales also has problems. This is something to consider also, clubs do due dillegence on not just a players abilities but also character. It is like any other job, where a character references are given, Thomas's references may not be great due to his character references due to the above and a manager openly kinda calling him out. A a club may well take him, in the "hope" that can they can cope with him, but cheap and cheerful price. If that’s the case , which very likely is plus what I’ve said above , do we want him anywhere near our club get rid.
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Post by bells ringing :) on Jul 9, 2024 18:50:05 GMT 1
This is something to consider also, clubs do due dillegence on not just a players abilities but also character. It is like any other job, where a character references are given, Thomas's references may not be great due to his character references due to the above and a manager openly kinda calling him out. A a club may well take him, in the "hope" that can they can cope with him, but cheap and cheerful price. If that’s the case , which very likely is plus what I’ve said above , do we want him anywhere near our club get rid. I think from what i have being told. Is that if Thomas/ is agent can find him a move he is free to leave. If Thomas/ agent have found himself a move, Town will let him go.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2024 18:51:48 GMT 1
Apparently Alex Matos just posted a photo of himself playing for town from last season. Anything in that or is he just feeling reminiscent? Think he would be a great addition to our current set up… Yep just seen this tweet.
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Post by brighousebandbred on Jul 9, 2024 18:52:17 GMT 1
If that’s the case , which very likely is plus what I’ve said above , do we want him anywhere near our club get rid. I think from what i have being told. Is that if Thomas/ is agent can find him a move he is free to leave. If Thomas/ agent have found himself a move, Town will let him go. Yes I firmly believe t that to be the case, which is why I will have a celebration pint if and when it happens , no matter what day of the week it is and I’m not a big drinker. ( certain things are worth a celebration pint) . This fool goes we gain far more chance of success.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 9, 2024 19:05:29 GMT 1
I think from what i have being told. Is that if Thomas/ is agent can find him a move he is free to leave. If Thomas/ agent have found himself a move, Town will let him go. Yes I firmly believe t that to be the case, which is why I will have a celebration pint if and when it happens , no matter what day of the week it is and I’m not a big drinker. ( certain things are worth a celebration pint) . This fool goes we gain far more chance of success. To be honest i never used to believe the narrative about Sorba. But after meeting him, he is extremely arrogant and moody! Which is very strange considering he was a non league player a few years ago and would be nothing without us! He got a picture with my mates son and didn’t even smile just glared! Also have a pal who supports Blackburn, and he said that Sorba started off amazing, but after being subbed off/dropped he developed an attitude. So i fully believe he is on of the bad eggs! Sooner he goes the better.
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Post by htafcdreams on Jul 9, 2024 19:14:22 GMT 1
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Post by diakhabydaily on Jul 9, 2024 19:17:27 GMT 1
£1m doesnt seem much for a player of his age with his assist stats ,but youre only going to get what the market says hes worth. If he goes to France for just £1m instead of any of the Championship clubs that could easily pay that then Id say that pretty much confirms theres something other than football ability with him thats putting managers off. Stats are just that he’s a dream if your into stats but there is a reason most clubs of a higher calibre aren’t even slightly interesting is this walking show pony. All huff and no puff work rate isn’t consistent in one game never mind consistent game after game. crosses all the time because he can’t beat a man and also doesn’t have the foggiest clue how to actually score goals for a player in his position or track back and actually close crosses down . I cannot wait for the club to move ST on , get anything for him and let the club have players who will run through brick walls to help this team rather than run to blow smoke up their own arses at every opportunity. He puts in a great cross every so often but it’s extremely rare now and definitely the time for this great team player to go destroy somebody else’s team ethic elsewhere. Inclined to agree. Attitude isn't great. Seems disruptive.
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Jul 9, 2024 19:18:13 GMT 1
Wouldn't have been too fussed about Matos coming back in the Championship but would be very good in league one.
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Post by ldotm on Jul 9, 2024 19:22:55 GMT 1
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Post by htafcdreams on Jul 9, 2024 19:23:42 GMT 1
Selling Sorba with a sell on clause (even if £1m) be enough I recon.
Wish him well, I think his ability and mental aptitude has hit a glass ceiling interms of performances.
A player with plenty of fire under the bonnet but over spills and as Warnock says he can fall out with himself. Got a kid now and hopefully he can build a successful career and happy family.
I think we need to buy a starter as a right winger and someone from the bench. I can’t really see Koroma used on right (if he stays). Diarra released also. Healey don’t really fancy him on right or Ward. Possibly Sorenson a right wing back
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Post by detox on Jul 9, 2024 19:30:23 GMT 1
tbh , Sorba going off to Nantes at his age kind of sums him up... Nobody goes to Nantes.. they're equivalent to Shrewsbury in English football. So what's going on here ? Is he going off to get away from people around him who are a bad influence on him...is that an issue ? This move though just confirms he's lost his way..he had it all before him, Wales..big move from non league...but he blew it as his immaturity led to loads of problems. He'll never make it, and if he goes to Nantes just wait in 18 months or so they'll be getting rid of him for 'non football issues'....
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