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Post by BishopstonBRFC on Aug 18, 2016 5:33:09 GMT
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Post by CornishPasty_Gas on Aug 18, 2016 6:04:13 GMT
Probably for the best, don't think he is up to League 1, in my honest opinion. Think the same could be said for a few more.
Let's hope DC Gets a few in before Aug 31st, as a bit of extra class added, I think we could have a good season.
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Post by bluegas on Aug 18, 2016 7:11:42 GMT
And who else? Age obviously a factor with three, but who are the other weak links? And who do we bring in? Any old JJOT type with overblown ego & delusions of grandeur? Not as easy as posting on this forum. However, DC seems in command of the situation.
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Post by kylegas on Aug 18, 2016 7:22:06 GMT
Wouldn't be surprised if we announced somebody coming in later today as well
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Post by Hugo the Elder on Aug 18, 2016 7:22:12 GMT
And who else? Age obviously a factor with three, but who are the other weak links? And who do we bring in? Any old JJOT type with overblown ego & delusions of grandeur? Not as easy as posting on this forum. However, DC seems in command of the situation. Ok, I'll bite. JJOT was excellent for us and would be just the ticket. Off the field he was a complete plank but he always gave his all on the pitch. I can quite understand why he had delusions of grandeur. He simply was that much better than most of the others and proved it every week.
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Post by Okebournegas on Aug 18, 2016 7:23:44 GMT
And who else? Age obviously a factor with three, but who are the other weak links? And who do we bring in? Any old JJOT type with overblown ego & delusions of grandeur? Not as easy as posting on this forum. However, DC seems in command of the situation. Ok, I'll bite. JJOT was excellent for us and would be just the ticket. Off the field he was a complete plank but he always gave his all on the pitch. I can quite understand why he had delusions of grandeur. He simply was that much better than most of the others and proved it every week. Have to agree with that !
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Post by Deleted on Aug 18, 2016 7:34:17 GMT
And who else? Age obviously a factor with three, but who are the other weak links? And who do we bring in? Any old JJOT type with overblown ego & delusions of grandeur? Not as easy as posting on this forum. However, DC seems in command of the situation. Ok, I'll bite. JJOT was excellent for us and would be just the ticket. Off the field he was a complete plank but he always gave his all on the pitch. I can quite understand why he had delusions of grandeur. He simply was that much better than most of the others and proved it every week. The bloke had quality (especially in the first half of the season) but I can't agree with that. Too many times I remember him strolling around, not working and it cost us. Torquay, who were bottom of the league, beat us 2-1 at the Mem before relegation and O'Toole looked turd. Mansell made him look stupid at times. That game isn't a general indicator of his quality but its an indicator of his attitude. What happens if Northampton get involved in a relegation scrap this year? Is he simply 'too good' and therefore it's okay for him to have these delusions again and give up? There's a reason the bloke never made it past League 1/2.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 18, 2016 7:35:42 GMT
As for Gos, I think the bloke needs regular games more than anything else. Not sure he was going to get them here in the short term, so it's good for him to go out on loan.
Hoping we'll have some additions now, if that Boateng is still available he'd be my #1 target.
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Post by LJG on Aug 18, 2016 7:36:02 GMT
JJOT - The new David Pipe.
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Post by socrates on Aug 18, 2016 7:47:44 GMT
As for Gos, I think the bloke needs regular games more than anything else. Not sure he was going to get them here in the short term, so it's good for him to go out on loan. Hoping we'll have some additions now, if that Boateng is still available he'd be my #1 target. If Boateng is the fast tough tacking ball winner he's been made out to be then he'd be my target too. We've started the season playing alright but we need a midfield general, were missing Mansell but I'm not not sure he'd be up to league 1 either at his age. I think wed stay up with the squad we have because we've got the spirit needed to win a relegation battle, but nobody wants a relegation battle do they. I said after the Scunthorpe game that I thought DC would wait until after the Bolton game to bring his targets in because he'd have a much better idea about who's up to the next level and who's not and I think we do too now.
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Post by bluegas on Aug 18, 2016 8:00:45 GMT
And who else? Age obviously a factor with three, but who are the other weak links? And who do we bring in? Any old JJOT type with overblown ego & delusions of grandeur? Not as easy as posting on this forum. However, DC seems in command of the situation. Ok, I'll bite. JJOT was excellent for us and would be just the ticket. Off the field he was a complete plank but he always gave his all on the pitch. I can quite understand why he had delusions of grandeur. He simply was that much better than most of the others and proved it every week. I meant that DC has been clear he looks for more than just footballing ability. Integrity, honesty, character. They gotta fit in with the squad. Then you have to meet wage demands. And do they want to come to Bristol. Just saying it's not as easy as some would imply. As for JJOT - of course he had ability. Was just rather selective about using it.
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Post by pilninggas on Aug 18, 2016 8:04:01 GMT
I wish Gosling well, quite cultured and there were some occasions when he looked dangerous down the wing running at defenders, but probably a bit too lightweight - even last season. All the best Gos, I hope it works out.
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Post by singupgas on Aug 18, 2016 8:06:33 GMT
Best thing for Gosling to do really, like others have said few other could also go out on loan really.
I do see this season as one just about staying in league 1 wait until contracts that were give out in good will for promotions to run out end of season and bring in new bunch next season.
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Post by CornishPasty_Gas on Aug 18, 2016 8:19:10 GMT
And who else? Age obviously a factor with three, but who are the other weak links? And who do we bring in? Any old JJOT type with overblown ego & delusions of grandeur? Not as easy as posting on this forum. However, DC seems in command of the situation. Ok keyboard warrior! calm down. I think its fairly obvious where the weak links are, but you're just asking for names to get a reaction to... Preferably not JJOT, no - i'd like a player who cared more than 50%, although someone who could get us 10-15 goals a season from midfield would be a great start. Not sure why your reply was so volatile to be honest?
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Post by countygroundhotel on Aug 18, 2016 8:25:22 GMT
Strange how people were attacked after the Scunthorpe game for having the temerity to suggest we'd need to make signings to strengthen the team and DC is still agreeing with them. And now it seems to be accepted by all. I'm sure there will be some apologies offered directly.....
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Post by stevek192 on Aug 18, 2016 8:28:29 GMT
What has DC proven though? For me the only thing he has proven at this stage is that perhaps one of his failings is that he tinkers with a winning team as well as a losing one and he respects the opposition too much instead of letting them worry about us. It was obvious to anyone that the decision to retain all of last seasons squad was questionable to say the least and that we entered the season three or four quality players short. For me Gosling could be joined by Ollie Clarke, Stuart Sinclair and Ryan Broom as well but the problem is that under the new rules we could be left short at times even with the quality additions. Stupid rules on loans brought in with no regard for teams outside the Championship who IMO bar a handful cannot afford to have a huge squad.
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Post by CornishPasty_Gas on Aug 18, 2016 8:28:31 GMT
I dont want an apology mate, I just don't understand why the sudden sharp back-chat happened? Either way, its fairly obvious we need a bit more quality, to enjoy a mid-table finish and then kick on from there.
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Post by CornishPasty_Gas on Aug 18, 2016 8:31:29 GMT
What has DC proven though? For me the only thing he has proven at this stage is that perhaps one of his failings is that he tinkers with a winning team as well as a losing one and he respects the opposition too much instead of letting them worry about us. It was obvious to anyone that the decision to retain all of last seasons squad was questionable to say the least and that we entered the season three or four quality players short. For me Gosling could be joined by Ollie Clarke, Stuart Sinclair and Ryan Broom as well but the problem is that under the new rules we could be left short at times even with the quality additions. Stupid rules on loans brought in with no regard for teams outside the Championship who IMO bar a handful cannot afford to have a huge squad. I agree with Ollie Clarke, Broom, and McChrystal. They, for me, aren't League 1 class. However, like DC I am happy for them to be given a chance, and to be fair MM and OC were excellent against Oxford. The worst thing DC could have done is shipped out 10 players in the summer, after they got him 2 promotions on the spin. Imagine what that would have done for morale. I would also add Ellis to the list too, not a L1 player, a decent L2 player, and a good Conference player.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 18, 2016 8:38:02 GMT
What has DC proven though? For me the only thing he has proven at this stage is that perhaps one of his failings is that he tinkers with a winning team as well as a losing one and he respects the opposition too much instead of letting them worry about us. It was obvious to anyone that the decision to retain all of last seasons squad was questionable to say the least and that we entered the season three or four quality players short. For me Gosling could be joined by Ollie Clarke, Stuart Sinclair and Ryan Broom as well but the problem is that under the new rules we could be left short at times even with the quality additions. Stupid rules on loans brought in with no regard for teams outside the Championship who IMO bar a handful cannot afford to have a huge squad. I agree with Ollie Clarke, Broom, and McChrystal. They, for me, aren't League 1 class. However, like DC I am happy for them to be given a chance, and to be fair MM and OC were excellent against Oxford. The worst thing DC could have done is shipped out 10 players in the summer, after they got him 2 promotions on the spin. Imagine what that would have done for morale. I would also add Ellis to the list too, not a L1 player, a decent L2 player, and a good Conference player. People aren't backtracking, because there were some after Scunthorpe suggesting 4 or 5 players weren't good enough and needed to go immediately. DC and many fans believe that additions (which were always going to happen) and gradual evolution of the squad long term is a much better approach. Your choice of players to call out is pretty strange too. Broom is a kid. He may come good, he may not. Do I expect him to play in every game this season? No. OC and MM played well on Sunday, OC was in fact my man of the match (not a big fan of his either). This is why people go on about giving players a chance, rather than saying 'Players x, x and x aren't good enough, they need to go!!!'
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Post by z1zou on Aug 18, 2016 9:07:25 GMT
JJOT - The new David Pipe. But would you have him back? (Sorry)
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