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Post by Barmy Blue Army on Aug 12, 2024 15:09:49 GMT
Also, slomasscfc, what would you say are the other gaps in the squad? I've suggested a physical midfielder who can hold or play 8 but I'm not sure we can really complain with 3 midfield slots and Bate, Collar, Camps, Powell, Fiorini, Bailey, Connolly and Mingi (and even Onyango). Again it would be real luxury and only really make sense if Powell moved on.
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Post by countyblueforever on Aug 12, 2024 15:24:49 GMT
Not a rumour but a discussion Would you take Apter now? Talk around a few blackpool fans is they reckon its best to get the money now than keep him at the club while they dont play with wingers. Seen a couple of people saying between 250k and 400k with a sell on (numbers are obviously just fan guesses) I know hes appreciated/liked by a few on here Really like him as a player and I've gone for him in the absence of Barry, but with Diamond, Fevrier, Barry and potentially Tanto and Stretton who play either side of a front 3 its too much when we've more pressing gaps in squad to address You'd want to sell Stretton to accommodate him but that's not likely given his recent injury troubles so it's potentially right player at wrong time I think with our situation either Rob Apter to progress for the future or Jayden Luker on loan from Luton. I had hopes for Micah Hamilton but he’s got a good deal at Middlesborough, but like Saturday will probably bench warm for awhile. Thought Fevs looked really useful when he came on.
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Post by albybeliever on Aug 12, 2024 15:50:17 GMT
Also, slomasscfc , what would you say are the other gaps in the squad? I've suggested a physical midfielder who can hold or play 8 but I'm not sure we can really complain with 3 midfield slots and Bate, Collar, Camps, Powell, Fiorini, Bailey, Connolly and Mingi (and even Onyango). Again it would be real luxury and only really make sense if Powell moved on. Order of priority for me is right back, physical midfielder, wide forward (Apter or Luker). Would love all three and would be perfectly happy to offload Stretton and Powell to make room for them, but think realistically unlikely to be able to do that. The wide forward would be gold-plating to some extent, but worth going for if a long-term target is available for the right price. For me, adding a physical DMC is almost as big a priority as a RB, not a luxury. Against the top teams we're going to need a physical midfielder who stops rapid counters and does the dirty work. Mingi is one option but ideally we could do with another. Then we can play Bate or Camps alongside them, rather than having to regularly use them together. Only other possible addition for me would be a central striker on loan if it turns out Mellon has done his ACL. Really hope he hasn't, though, and wouldn't bother signing anyone if it's an MCL or similar.
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Post by Barmy Blue Army on Aug 12, 2024 15:59:50 GMT
Also, slomasscfc , what would you say are the other gaps in the squad? I've suggested a physical midfielder who can hold or play 8 but I'm not sure we can really complain with 3 midfield slots and Bate, Collar, Camps, Powell, Fiorini, Bailey, Connolly and Mingi (and even Onyango). Again it would be real luxury and only really make sense if Powell moved on. Order of priority for me is right back, physical midfielder, wide forward (Apter or Luker). Would love all three and would be perfectly happy to offload Stretton and Powell to make room for them, but think realistically unlikely to be able to do that. The wide forward would be gold-plating to some extent, but worth going for if a long-term target is available for the right price. For me, adding a physical DMC is almost as big a priority as a RB, not a luxury. Against the top teams we're going to need a physical midfielder who stops rapid counters and does the dirty work. Mingi is one option but ideally we could do with another. Then we can play Bate or Camps alongside them, rather than having to regularly use them together. Only other possible addition for me would be a central striker on loan if it turns out Mellon has done his ACL. Really hope he hasn't, though, and wouldn't bother signing anyone if it's an MCL or similar. Connolly? Really it's about adding profiles to the squad that we don't have. If everyone is fit, I think it's a really well constructed squad without having spent massive money on anyone. RB/RWB is the one black mark for me though as we have known about MSH's injury (and susceptibility to future injuries) for ages and now we're a little stuck with Knoyle out too. But maybe DC always planned on using Mingi there and sees Fevrier as a back-up RWB. Onyango also adds a right sided defender now.
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Post by albybeliever on Aug 12, 2024 18:03:28 GMT
Order of priority for me is right back, physical midfielder, wide forward (Apter or Luker). Would love all three and would be perfectly happy to offload Stretton and Powell to make room for them, but think realistically unlikely to be able to do that. The wide forward would be gold-plating to some extent, but worth going for if a long-term target is available for the right price. For me, adding a physical DMC is almost as big a priority as a RB, not a luxury. Against the top teams we're going to need a physical midfielder who stops rapid counters and does the dirty work. Mingi is one option but ideally we could do with another. Then we can play Bate or Camps alongside them, rather than having to regularly use them together. Only other possible addition for me would be a central striker on loan if it turns out Mellon has done his ACL. Really hope he hasn't, though, and wouldn't bother signing anyone if it's an MCL or similar. Connolly? Really it's about adding profiles to the squad that we don't have. If everyone is fit, I think it's a really well constructed squad without having spent massive money on anyone. RB/RWB is the one black mark for me though as we have known about MSH's injury (and susceptibility to future injuries) for ages and now we're a little stuck with Knoyle out too. But maybe DC always planned on using Mingi there and sees Fevrier as a back-up RWB. Onyango also adds a right sided defender now. Agree re: squad construction. Not like I’ll be hugely upset if we don’t sign a midfielder, as long as we play a midfield three and use Mingi/Connolly there when we need more of that enforcer type. But if we’re looking to add a player of real quality to upgrade the first team (as opposed to fairly short-term cover at right back) that’s the position I’d be looking at.
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Post by mat1scfc on Aug 12, 2024 18:16:39 GMT
Connolly? Really it's about adding profiles to the squad that we don't have. If everyone is fit, I think it's a really well constructed squad without having spent massive money on anyone. RB/RWB is the one black mark for me though as we have known about MSH's injury (and susceptibility to future injuries) for ages and now we're a little stuck with Knoyle out too. But maybe DC always planned on using Mingi there and sees Fevrier as a back-up RWB. Onyango also adds a right sided defender now. Agree re: squad construction. Not like I’ll be hugely upset if we don’t sign a midfielder, as long as we play a midfield three and use Mingi/Connolly there when we need more of that enforcer type. But if we’re looking to add a player of real quality to upgrade the first team (as opposed to fairly short-term cover at right back) that’s the position I’d be looking at. obviously highlights dont tell you the whole gane but really liked the type of player mingi is in midfield. His long legs just seem to make it so he was there before the opposition even from behind. Hes got the height and the speed (from what ive seen) to play there in league 1. His on the ball abilty will need abit of work but thats fine especially as a 23 year old "destroyer" type midfielder. Bate will be the deep lying play maker (the one who control's the whole game once up to speed of l1) and collar can be the energetic number 8 - attacking midfielder too Mingi and connoly Bate and camps Collar,fiorini,bailey and powell although powell could be called upon to play the bate/camps role like he did last season for a few games Bailey would currently be my back up right winger as id start barry on the left with diamond the back up and start fevrier on the right.
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Post by Philcounty on Aug 12, 2024 19:19:04 GMT
Really interesting insight.
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Post by Barmy Blue Army on Aug 12, 2024 19:21:23 GMT
Connolly? Really it's about adding profiles to the squad that we don't have. If everyone is fit, I think it's a really well constructed squad without having spent massive money on anyone. RB/RWB is the one black mark for me though as we have known about MSH's injury (and susceptibility to future injuries) for ages and now we're a little stuck with Knoyle out too. But maybe DC always planned on using Mingi there and sees Fevrier as a back-up RWB. Onyango also adds a right sided defender now. Agree re: squad construction. Not like I’ll be hugely upset if we don’t sign a midfielder, as long as we play a midfield three and use Mingi/Connolly there when we need more of that enforcer type. But if we’re looking to add a player of real quality to upgrade the first team (as opposed to fairly short-term cover at right back) that’s the position I’d be looking at. Agree. I think we need a RB more but I can see why the club would be reluctant to spend when we have MSH and Knoyle on the books, both potentially capable of L1, but haven't had the opportunity to prove themselves (though also have terrible luck with injuries). Given we haven't planned for the signing, unless a target becomes available, a loan with a break option in January makes a lot of sense. Then reassess in the summer for our longterm option at RB. I can't see the club bringing in a physical CDM for similar reasons, unless Powell moves on, but it's a profile we might be looking for if we see Connolly and Mingi as defenders primarily.
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Post by Barmy Blue Army on Aug 12, 2024 19:24:25 GMT
Really interesting insight. Summarised his interview on the match thread. They always impress me. Not just his demand for more when JK gives him the usual lay up when we win but his tactical insight or snippets. He convinces me he knows his plans a lot more than other managers of a similar level and we're in good hands.
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Post by slomasscfc on Aug 12, 2024 22:44:38 GMT
Also, slomasscfc, what would you say are the other gaps in the squad? I've suggested a physical midfielder who can hold or play 8 but I'm not sure we can really complain with 3 midfield slots and Bate, Collar, Camps, Powell, Fiorini, Bailey, Connolly and Mingi (and even Onyango). Again it would be real luxury and only really make sense if Powell moved on. Onyango or Mingi could be that more physical midfielder both sound like brought in for RCB but have versatility, didn't seem lack athleticism Defo need right back/right wingback as pressing concern I'd say at min a left sided defender as no natural cover for Pye and only Touray fit at left back, so either LCB or LB who could be left wingback either or would be fine with Pye able play left back if needed We don't have anyone like Wootton, one shrewd pickup rather than going after more expensive target like Apter who would cover a few bases for us anywhere across front 3 who is a free agent could be Hakeeb Adelakun finished season with good numbers at Donny last year playing off the left side, didn't really work out at Lincoln But he 6ft 3 could offer competition to Barry,.Diamond and Wootton and has a slightly different profile as a whole skillset to what we have up there, he be worth 1yr deal for me
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Post by Barmy Blue Army on Aug 12, 2024 23:28:18 GMT
Also, slomasscfc, what would you say are the other gaps in the squad? I've suggested a physical midfielder who can hold or play 8 but I'm not sure we can really complain with 3 midfield slots and Bate, Collar, Camps, Powell, Fiorini, Bailey, Connolly and Mingi (and even Onyango). Again it would be real luxury and only really make sense if Powell moved on. Onyango or Mingi could be that more physical midfielder both sound like brought in for RCB but have versatility, didn't seem lack athleticism Defo need right back/right wingback as pressing concern I'd say at min a left sided defender as no natural cover for Pye and only Touray fit at left back, so either LCB or LB who could be left wingback either or would be fine with Pye able play left back if needed We don't have anyone like Wootton, one shrewd pickup rather than going after more expensive target like Apter who would cover a few bases for us anywhere across front 3 who is a free agent could be Hakeeb Adelakun finished season with good numbers at Donny last year playing off the left side, didn't really work out at Lincoln But he 6ft 3 could offer competition to Barry,.Diamond and Wootton and has a slightly different profile as a whole skillset to what we have up there, he be worth 1yr deal for me Good shout on left sided defender. Maybe we're hoping Hughes can cover there and Fevrier LWB. As you say RB/RWB is the only one that's a must. Adelakun is a very good shout as a squad player for the reasons you say. I'm surprised Donny haven't snapped him up. He's played higher than L2 (though not been consistent) and had an excellent second half to last season. Suppose the one hesitation is does he get near the team if half the injuries are back. At 28 and having struggled in L1 previously, we may prefer to stick with what we have and give Gardner, Stretton, Bailey etc any spate minutes and accept we can't replace Wootton like for like but have options with other strengths like Tanto and Mellon (hopefully...)
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Post by mat1scfc on Aug 13, 2024 0:20:11 GMT
Onyango or Mingi could be that more physical midfielder both sound like brought in for RCB but have versatility, didn't seem lack athleticism Defo need right back/right wingback as pressing concern I'd say at min a left sided defender as no natural cover for Pye and only Touray fit at left back, so either LCB or LB who could be left wingback either or would be fine with Pye able play left back if needed We don't have anyone like Wootton, one shrewd pickup rather than going after more expensive target like Apter who would cover a few bases for us anywhere across front 3 who is a free agent could be Hakeeb Adelakun finished season with good numbers at Donny last year playing off the left side, didn't really work out at Lincoln But he 6ft 3 could offer competition to Barry,.Diamond and Wootton and has a slightly different profile as a whole skillset to what we have up there, he be worth 1yr deal for me Good shout on left sided defender. Maybe we're hoping Hughes can cover there and Fevrier LWB. As you say RB/RWB is the only one that's a must. Adelakun is a very good shout as a squad player for the reasons you say. I'm surprised Donny haven't snapped him up. He's played higher than L2 (though not been consistent) and had an excellent second half to last season. Suppose the one hesitation is does he get near the team if half the injuries are back. At 28 and having struggled in L1 previously, we may prefer to stick with what we have and give Gardner, Stretton, Bailey etc any spate minutes and accept we can't replace Wootton like for like but have options with other strengths like Tanto and Mellon (hopefully...) i was surprised too but apparently adelekun wanted too much money and has priced himself out of a deal and thats why hes not been snapped up by anyone yet. He got 16 goal contributions in 21 games which would have been snapped up by atleast a league 2 clubs by now.
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Post by countyblueforever on Aug 13, 2024 6:44:43 GMT
Sorry but l would rather have Michael Smith, same height and although a little older has been more prolific. However l would rather take the option of the loan market and get someone in like Mo Faal or Bailey Cadamarteri.
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Post by Barmy Blue Army on Aug 13, 2024 7:19:49 GMT
Sorry but l would rather have Michael Smith, same height amd although a little older has been more prolific. However l would rather take the option of the loan market and get someone in like Mo Faal or Bailey Cadamarteri. Redpassion constantly mentioning the two Sheff Wed players. I can't see us bringing in either unless Mellon is out for the season. We're not going to bring in another big wage striker with Tanto, Barry, Wootton and Stretton on the books so Smith is a no. Cadamarteri to replace Melon would be a possibility.
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Post by timberwolf on Aug 13, 2024 7:33:13 GMT
Need someone in on loan rather than another full time signing for RN/RWB position. Knoyle and MSH will both be back eventually and one in to january would be ideal.
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