gurujuan Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 (edited) While I’m not against trimming the squad, it’s something we’ve needed to do for a while, why weren’t these drastic actions foreseen? Every day there’s another story in the local press, about us needing to get still more players out if we are to comply with FFP regulations Was this not foreseen? It damn well should have been, but there was no mention of any of this at any of the press conferences It wasn’t that long ago that The Star was linking us with a move for that lad at Peterborough Although I never believed that to be realistic, supporters were still speculating about bringing in the likes of Venancio, plus some top quality loans Can we do that? Not Venancio, that ship has sailed, but is there money available for team strengthening? Is the picture as gloomy as the press have painted? Edited July 17, 2018 by gurujuan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theowlsman Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 (edited) 3 minutes ago, gurujuan said: While I’m not against trimming the squad, it’s something we’ve needed to do for a while, why weren’t these drastic actions foreseen? Every day there’s another story in the local press, about us needing to get still more players out if we are to comply with FFP regulations Was this not foreseen? It damn well should have been, but there was no mention of this at any of the press conferences It wasn’t that long ago that The Star was linking us with a move for that lad at Peterborough Although I never believed that to be realistic, supporters were still speculating about bringing in the likes of Venancio, plus some top quality loans Can we do that? Not Venancio, that ship has sailed, but is there money available for team strengthening? Is the picture as gloomy as the press have painted? Milan has been in touch to advise. With the season money taken, he has recommended a transfer budget of £350,000 Edited July 17, 2018 by theowlsman 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Costello 77 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 I agree. At least they could officially say we've got no brass. Perhaps a survey would be a good way of connecting to the fanbase? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theowlsman Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 2 minutes ago, Costello 77 said: I agree. At least they could officially say we've got no brass. Perhaps a survey would be a good way of connecting to the fanbase? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fpowl Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 I genuinely don’t see the need to strengthen this squad fit is strong enough for top six that’s including losing 4/5 more players my concern would be the right back / wing back position but I’m happy to go with that possibly another Cb but last season showed a mixture of youth and quality and we can be a force now we have others back for again or near returning to full fitness that with what I’d expect a much fitter and disciplined squad we should have a right go at it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S36 OWL Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 13 minutes ago, fpowl said: I genuinely don’t see the need to strengthen this squad fit is strong enough for top six that’s including losing 4/5 more players my concern would be the right back / wing back position but I’m happy to go with that possibly another Cb but last season showed a mixture of youth and quality and we can be a force now we have others back for again or near returning to full fitness that with what I’d expect a much fitter and disciplined squad we should have a right go at it A severe lack of pace and power is my concern . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigash_swfc Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 If indeed we are looking for quality loan deals, then I hope we have sent someone out to watch Man City's pre season tour of USA. Very youthful squad because of all their players having world cup commitments. Phil Foden, one of their top prospects surely gets further and further down the ranks, with every purchase they make. Mahrez signing will see him struggle to make the bench. Patrick Roberts, this kids enjoyed a couple of years regularly playing for Celtic, surely Championship football, is a higher test? Tosin Adarabioyo, is their big central defender at 6ft 5". I'd take a gamble, England youth international. Jason Denayer, had a couple of loan spells out with Sunderland and Galatasaray, only really been a bit part player, still looking to get a full season under his belt. Capped by Belgium. Brahim Diaz, 18 year old, capped by Spain Under 21's. Only been involved in the Man City side 5 times since 2016. And probably a lot more too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torres Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 The big mistake the OP is making is that he is mixing Wednesday up with any half decent business Forethought??? Wednesday!!!???? This is the same club that somehow managed to totally mess up a 150th anniversary by selling next to no merchandise and taking 6 months to release a kit that everyone hated Im just happy they are still here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Chow Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 I’m sure dc has learnt his lesson. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james o connor Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 53 minutes ago, torres said: The big mistake the OP is making is that he is mixing Wednesday up with any half decent business Forethought??? Wednesday!!!???? This is the same club that somehow managed to totally mess up a 150th anniversary by selling next to no merchandise and taking 6 months to release a kit that everyone hated Im just happy they are still here They never learn do they . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonny Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 Really can’t understand why we don’t call a press conference to broadcast to the world that we’re desperate for cash. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigash_swfc Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 2 minutes ago, A12owl said: Do we not have a connection with Man City via or ex youth development guy. Surely he would do us a favour or two? Good point, maybe our connection is strained as they tried to lure George Hirst... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelowl Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 (edited) wrong thread ffs Edited July 18, 2018 by steelowl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigash_swfc Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 7 minutes ago, A12owl said: I thought that was Man Ure that wanted Hirst? I think I remember a star article when he turned up at Rotherham vs. Man City, he was actually sat with the ex owl employee, who now works for Man City. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgmetcalf Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 20 minutes ago, Sonny said: Really can’t understand why we don’t call a press conference to broadcast to the world that we’re desperate for cash. Desperate for cash? We're just Gelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonny Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 I don’t know what that means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoadABallacks Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 Don’t think it’s a case of we have no money, more the rules don’t allow us to spend more in their current state, right or wrongly. Chansiri has openly said he doesn’t like the FFP and would spend more if he could. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meggoisgod Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 we'll be reyt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Xxxxxxxxcxcc Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 43 minutes ago, Sonny said: Really can’t understand why we don’t call a press conference to broadcast to the world that we’re desperate for cash. Yes I think it's important that we circulate to all that we are over a barrel just waiting to be goosed by clubs wanting to strip our playing assets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonny Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 11 minutes ago, LoadABallacks said: Don’t think it’s a case of we have no money, more the rules don’t allow us to spend more in their current state, right or wrongly. Chansiri has openly said he doesn’t like the FFP and would spend more if he could. I agree, that’s why I said desperate for cash not skint. We need money on the books not wherever DC keeps it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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