jezek Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 surely the fans favorite in possibly his last year at SWFC should get a testimonial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Claw Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 ill be there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthefish2002 Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 If we have a testimonial for Semedo and all the money goes to charity then fair enough, Not a legend in my eyes but If say St Lukes Hospice benefits from it then that's a good thing. If any of the money goes into Semedo back pocket (And I think I am right in saying this will be tax free) then its a big fat no from me. In this day and age when even average lower league players like Semedo can earn probably £6k per week think it is obscene that they ask the public to put more money into they retirement nest egg. Please note this is not a particular go at Semedo but testimonials in general. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deleted member Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Testimonials were traditionally given to players who had been at a club for 10 years (to reward their loyalty and lack of signing on fees for moving around) - or one who had suffered a premature career end through injury. Jose has been with us 6 years - been extremely well paid - and should have plenty of money salted away for his retirement if hes managed his finances correctly. No need for a testimonial - great professional that he is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deleted member Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Just now, matthefish2002 said: If we have a testimonial for Semedo and all the money goes to charity then fair enough, Not a legend in my eyes but If say St Lukes Hospice benefits from it then that's a good thing. If any of the money goes into Semedo back pocket (And I think I am right in saying this will be tax free) then its a big fat no from me. In this day and age when even average lower league players like Semedo can earn probably £6k per week think it is obscene that they ask the public to put more money into they retirement nest egg. Please note this is not a particular go at Semedo but testimonials in general. Yes - I'd happily support a benefit game that supported local charities Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Toni Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Only if he can call on CR7 to play in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jezek Posted March 16, 2017 Author Share Posted March 16, 2017 gate receipts to charity is good , he's type of guy who would do that , only mentioned it because it would be good send off for him , could be done as a pre season friendly game. yes it used to be 10 years at a club ..not many players do that nowadays .. could you see us having one for example for Liam Palmer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Deleted member Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Testimonials for football players who earn the average annual salary in 1,2 or 3 weeks are no longer required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrickyTrev Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 As much as I love Semedo I think the next testimonial at Hillsborough should be for Kevin Pressman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee A Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 (edited) Haven't his last 2 contracts basically served the purpose of a testimonial? He's been paid to smile and clap for the last couple of years. Yes everybody likes Semedo, but the club has been more than generous enough to him already imo, and nobody would be surprised if he ends up sticking around in some capacity after he's hung up his boots anyway. Edited March 16, 2017 by Lee A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthefish2002 Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 5 minutes ago, TrickyTrev said: As much as I love Semedo I think the next testimonial at Hillsborough should be for Kevin Pressman. Think its too late to have one for Kevin Pressman now. It is nearly 13 years since he last played and doubt they will be much public interest. If it was a local charity I would go but not if the player financially benefitted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeroswfc Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Not been here ten years yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ViolaOwls Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I will save my cash thanks. Great guy jose, not a great footballer. cult hero. But testimonial, god this site Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beauchief Owl Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Testimonials were given to reward loyalty, after ten years, and in an era in which wages were substantially less. Neither applies here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthowl Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 He had a good send off at Wolves last season. Tear in the eye stuff. Then the club gave him another contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesWalker Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 If it can be done to raise money for a local charity then it's a great idea. If he could get his mate Ronaldo to play there would be some serious cash raised and some charities would benefit greatly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davetherave Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 The only way of getting Real Madrid's No 7 here I guess. Yes go for it ... 2 man team of Ronaldo and Wildsmith v Our full squad .... it will be close ... I wouldn't like to call it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 2 hours ago, matthefish2002 said: If we have a testimonial for Semedo and all the money goes to charity then fair enough, Not a legend in my eyes but If say St Lukes Hospice benefits from it then that's a good thing. If any of the money goes into Semedo back pocket (And I think I am right in saying this will be tax free) then its a big fat no from me. In this day and age when even average lower league players like Semedo can earn probably £6k per week think it is obscene that they ask the public to put more money into they retirement nest egg. Please note this is not a particular go at Semedo but testimonials in general. I'm sure semedo would do that anyway. He'd appreciate the sentiment more than anybody Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plonk Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Think this is a two way thing tbh. Gives the fans an opportunity to show their respect for the players loyalty, and traditionally gave loyal players a bit of a bonus. First still applies in my view but as others have said the second one doesn't in this day and age. For me I would like the opportunity to show my respect for the player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ron's Sovereign Posted March 16, 2017 Share Posted March 16, 2017 2 hours ago, Babushka1867 said: Only if he can call on CR7 to play in it. That would be the only reason for one. Any other Chairman than DC and it'd be done, guaranteed sell out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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