Chris E Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 What I think is interesting about this signing is, the fact that his agent earlier in the week, and he himself now, have emphasised the importance of playing Premiership football. Obvious point, but stay with me. He said he didn't want to be at a team just consolidating in the Championship. In my opinion, Palace currently have as strong a squad as us, if not stronger, though, with our signings, we're getting closer. Therefore, in selling the club to him, we must have outlined our transfer plans, and told him names we're aiming for + budget, and convinced him we will be contenders. It looks like Maguire might arrive and hopefully Antonio, but both are still developing talents, who will unlikely have wowed Gardner. So maybe when DJ said he's got 5/6 things going on/irons in the fire, there are some players of real proven calibre likely to come in, who've really convinced him we're going to make a proper fist of it. The naysayers will say his desire to play Prem football isn't the decisive factor, money is. I doubt we're paying significantly more money than Palace, but what do I know. All the signings have been solid so far but none really which have really convinced me we're playoff/promotion candidates. I've written this post partly to convince myself that the players are coming and we will get there. Agree with that. Jones is laying the foundations at the moment. I'm happy with our business so far and this is another good signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longreach Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 Don't get the RS baiting. Their 'source' is the club, DJ, PA or someone in their comms team. They tell them some things on the record they can publish. They get told some things off the record they infer. Sometimes, like here, they use them to put some pressure on the agent/player. They are just communicating what the club tell them, so why all the aggro? Maybe the "club" are getting their own back after all the bollix RS have spouted about us (the club and supporters) over the years. I sincerely hope so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChapSmurf Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 I think this will be a good signing for us. It may also bridge the gap between the defence and midfield, in that he isn't scared of playing the ball on the deck when playing out of defence. Welcome Anthony and good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shandypants Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 Is he right footed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damianb1 Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 If he only plays half the games if he is a cut above in those games and helps secure points that other cb's wouldn't have secured he'll be a good signing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Umeeksk Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 The extended saga over who he is signing for seems to have addled the brains of the Star's website editor... SHEFFIELD UNITED: Dave Jones hails ace Anthony Gardnerhttp://www.thestar.c...rdner-1-4664100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bournemouth Owl Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 (edited) I bet all those who slagged him off in the other thread feel like right tails now Not really, I have been underwhelmed with all is signings... ALL OF THEM I TELL YE! ! We're doomed Mr Mainwaring .... DOOOMED Edited June 21, 2012 by Bournemouth Owl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bournemouth Owl Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 And remember I was right about everything last season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwlsfaninNorway Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 3 defenders and a keeper signed so far ... DJ obviously see's this area as a priority Or, 4 down, 7 to go. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shabbyhouse Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 6' 5", 14 stone. Fits the Owls centre half policy. Make a good lock forward too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@owlstalk Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 The reaction when Gardner signed Owlstalk Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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