thats about the going rate for an own goal I hearQuote:
Originally Posted by GB.
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thats about the going rate for an own goal I hearQuote:
Originally Posted by GB.
I think Afobe is one of the top U21 strikers in the world today.
He has everything in his locker to be up there with Rooney, Tevez and Eto'o within the next 12 months and given his age he can surpass them.
When Rooney, Eto'o and Tevez entered the scene at 18 they didn't have his pace, power and agility but more importantly his first touch inside the box with a natural instinct to bury any chance given.
Would also like to comment on our CB issues, I think Kyle Bartley and Issy Miguel are the two best U21 centre backs in Europe, there is no need to spend when they can be blooded through.
I do believe that Kyle Bartley has been compared as a greater prospect than Colin Hendry by Rangers fans who were in awe at his performances keeping them in matches they couldn't have survived in without him, just look at the Malmo result. Bartley does look a better prospect than Rio at this stage in his career, he's more athletic and reads the game more importantly better than Rio which makes him an invaluable youngster for us.
Miquel has been given praise by Carlos Puyol stating he think he's his natural succesor having taken time out from Barcelona pre-season to watch the man in the recent U21 Championships won by Spain and states he's one of the best central defensive prospect he's seen since playing.
Frimpong is on the rapid rise, it wont be long before he surpasses Song in defensive midfield, Roman Riquelme a man whose played in Champions League and WC Finals for last 10 years regarded as one of the best playmakers around stated on Sunday that" Frimpong was the toughest opponent he's ever faced in midfield, he state he couldn't believe the potential he has and how difficult he found it to make space"
I think we have at least £120m worth of youth talent that needs to be given a chance to shine, it will be a one winter monday in the forth coming season that these 4-5 will break down a Chelsea, United, City full of multimillion pound players and will go onto be greats for our club.
Does this mean we are building a team for the future?
http://www.skysports.com/story/0,,11670_7079158,00.htmlQuote:
Karim Benzema has sought to play down rumours linking him with an imminent move to Arsenal.
Reports throughout the summer have suggested that the Real Madrid striker is a top target for the Gunners.
Arsene Wenger is known to be an admirer of his fellow Frenchman and has been regularly linked with an approach for his services in the past.
It has been claimed that this could be the year he makes his move, with Benzema facing an uncertain future in Spain.
Despite being able to boast an impressive strike rate during his time with Real, he has struggled to hold down a regular role and suffered a falling-out with coach Jose Mourinho last season.
He is, however, adamant that he has no desire to leave Santiago Bernabeu and is not actively looking for a move elsewhere.
Self-belief
With his stance having been cleared up, he hopes the speculation suggesting he is poised to make a move to England will be brought to an end.
He insists Arsenal have never approached Real regarding a potential transfer, and he is keen to point out that he remains fully committed to Los Blancos.
"My place is at this club," Benzema told L'Equipe.
"I have never talked to My Wenger or anyone else.
"I want to enjoy success here. I have found my self-belief. This season, I know we will win titles."
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My Wenger WTF
I swear he wanted to join a team in the CL not one who may have trouble qualifying for it in the next few seasons tbhQuote:
Sky Sports News understands Tottenham have put a cash-plus-players offer to Blackburn for Chris Samba.
The Rovers centre-half is hot property this summer, with a number of sides reported to be keeping a close eye on his situation.
Arsenal were believed to be heading the queue at one stage, but they have turned their attention to Everton's Phil Jagielka of late.
Samba, though, continues to attract plenty of interest, having hinted that he would be prepared to move on.
He only penned a new long-term contract with Blackburn in February, but has often aired his desire to turn out for a club challenging for UEFA Champions League qualification.
Additions
Spurs could offer him that opportunity and Harry Redknapp is reportedly keen to add Samba to his ranks.
Tottenham have been relatively quiet in the transfer market this summer, but feel defensive additions would be wise.
They are over-stocked in other departments and have the means to offer some of their surplus talent to rivals as part of a bid.
It was hoped that such a package would appeal to Blackburn, as they attempt to piece together a competitive squad of their own.
It is, however, understood that Rovers are reluctant to discuss the current terms, with it their preference to keep Samba on the books at Ewood Park.
http://www.skysports.com/story/0,,11676_7079180,00.html
feck me - that's fresh :clap:Quote:
Originally Posted by The Realist
First of, let me start with :haha:Quote:
Originally Posted by The Realist
Then the 'I thinks'.. I think if I was born in England, I wouldve been playing for Arsenal and making 200,000 pound a week
Kyle Bartley is good but is he the answer to our problems this season? Does he have experience in a pressure cooker situation? Has he won anything of note?
'Carlos Puyol'.. Oh No!! :lol: Now we have another m'fucker with Barca DNA. Even if he becomes good, he will eventually want to leave us to his boyhood club.
Multimillion dollar worth of player talent.. How the F is that going to help us this season? Mrs Johnson has an embryo (boy) that has the potential of being a 2 billion $ player in 20 years.. does that help us in 2011-12 season? NO! As for these future players being greats for our club.. a lot of players have that chance with us but they will eventually leave to the Madrids, Barcas, Citys and Milans. IF we continue with AW and the way this board is working, I am sure we will soon be a mid-table team scrapping for Europa league places!
Mid-table doesn't get you a Europa League place.Quote:
Originally Posted by FakeYank
That stuff about Afobe is quality :lol:Rooney at 18 was starring for club and country in major tournaments, Etoo came through Real Madrids ranks who are pretty awesome.Afobe at 18 hasn't played a game for a shit ass club like ours despite all of our problems upfront. That and he's a bit shit would suggest to me well he's a bit shit. Good read though
Oxtail-Chambermaid has now officially signed.
Awesome.
Is he the kid who is going to be 18 in a week?Quote:
Originally Posted by Grimandi's Perm
Vinger :bow:
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