StudentOwl Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 How many games did he start last season though? I know that all 6 of his appearances at Bournemouth were from the bench. And who are we going to bring in just like that who's 5 years younger but just as good? We're in a world where teams are paying multi millions for strikers with mediocre goal tallies. Started 25, played the equivilant of two full matches fewer than Stevie May based on minutes played- so got quite a bit of game time. I'm not arguing that he isn't a good player, but I do feel prevalent to question that he'd get 15 goals, considering he's never done that in his career. He's only broken into double figures for scoring in a season 3 times in the last decade- that does't suggest he's guaranteed to get 15. Not saying he can't or won't, but everyone on here seems to be thinking it's a guarantee... he's more likely than our existing strikers, yes (perhaps other than maybe Bus), and I just have to disagree with that. Regarding someone 5 years younger but just as good, would have to be a foreigner I confess which of course poses its own risks. Perhaps he is the best option for us if we only have around a million to spare, but as I keep saying- lets not just assume that he'll get 15, past record suggests he won't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StudentOwl Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 A quick look, Alexander Soderlund in Norway. Not the most competitive league in the world, but he's big and he's scored 15 goals in 17 games (average of a goal every 95 minutes based on game-time) and 2 goals and assists in 5 Europa league qualifying games. Appreciate it's hardly top scouting, but I'm just giving examples where there could be an alternative (but again, I confess it'd be a risk) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG D Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 So if that's what you think of Jones, what's your opinion on Nuhiu? He's more interested in Connor Sammon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigger Guns Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Really? He hasn't scored 15 goals in one season in his entire career, why would he start now? Scored 13 last year in about 30 games. You do the maths Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curren Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Started 25, played the equivilant of two full matches fewer than Stevie May based on minutes played- so got quite a bit of game time. I'm not arguing that he isn't a good player, but I do feel prevalent to question that he'd get 15 goals, considering he's never done that in his career. He's only broken into double figures for scoring in a season 3 times in the last decade- that does't suggest he's guaranteed to get 15. Not saying he can't or won't, but everyone on here seems to be thinking it's a guarantee... he's more likely than our existing strikers, yes (perhaps other than maybe Bus), and I just have to disagree with that. Regarding someone 5 years younger but just as good, would have to be a foreigner I confess which of course poses its own risks. Perhaps he is the best option for us if we only have around a million to spare, but as I keep saying- lets not just assume that he'll get 15, past record suggests he won't. I think if you ask any centre half who they would rather defend against. Iam sure theyd say the lump of wood who plays with his back to goal and granted sometimes holds the ball up well .Rather than someone with the pace and power of Jones who will turn and run at them.It's not just about the goals with Jones,he brings something to the table that we haven't had for fair to long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozzy85 Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Think the new guy will fit this mold of player. Do we reckon we'd still go for Jones if he was available? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wilyfox Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Do we reckon we'd still go for Jones if he was available? Hope so. Proven, and ready-made. Joao may take the same time to settle that Bus has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatzooma Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Sign him up sign him up sign him up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozzy85 Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Hope so. Proven, and ready-made. Joao may take the same time to settle that Bus has. Suppose. I'd be happy if he came. Just need a LB now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
since59owe Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Hope so. Proven, and ready-made. Joao may take the same time to settle that Bus has. Indeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mrbluesky Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saxondale Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Not involved with Cardiff tonight in their friendly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swfc1983 Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wilyfox Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Gerim in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesteel Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 He's a good player but he gets bored. I have always thought he may end up back here again at some stage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gurujuan Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 My thoughts are, a big mobile central striker is going to be integral to our game, and we can't hope to go through a whole season with only Joao. Jones would give us options Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camffiti Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 People need to stop basing their views purely on Wiki stats Joaowt ... still learning his trade Kenwyne ... probably not looking to play 45 games a season anymore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s6 owl Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 I'm guessing we may know more later hopefully someone will find out whats going on could be anything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanye West Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Would be very happy if Jones came back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheEnchanter Posted July 31, 2015 Share Posted July 31, 2015 Something in this I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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