I’ve only properly seen Bucko at Rangers when he came on.

I’d seen all the comments about him on here so I was watching out for him, and I was very impressed. I can’t say he made me as excited as an in-form Rochina (for me, the most exciting player we’ve had whilst I’ve been old enough to understand football properly), however I could definitely see him reaching well above Ruben’s levels.

I’m glad he’s staying, and I look forward to being furious he’s not a regular starter come February (barring injuries)

17 minutes ago, darrenrover said:

Ah well, as you were at the back then, heaven forbid. I just don't get it.

Could be worse I suppose if we were Trotters or Shakers.

You’re right, obviously, but that sits so wrong with me.

At this stage of a transfer window, with the attacking line we possess, even the middle of the park, we shouldn’t be settling for not supporting two clubs who have 35 minutes at the time of writing to practically avoid ceasing to exist.

The lack of defensive reinforcements, be it loans or permanents, is frankly embarrassing given our GA column last season. Here’s hoping something changes by Friday!

Just now, Angry_Pirate said:

Foderingham will play the first half for Rangers and the 2nd half for Rovers.

Better than Fisher & The Canadian sharing the gloves!

I don’t know about anyone else, but I’m just harbouring some hope that I’ll see the starting XI tomorrow and the GK will be announced when they announce the team. 

Fat chance!

Just now, JHRover said:

Do you think anyone at Rovers actually gives a stuff? I reckon Umbro could turn up with claret and blue zigzags and Rovers would sit back and allow it.

Far easier to just sit back and let events unfold than kick off about it.

Was it Preston who recently ditched their new away shirt because it was unpopular (much nicer than this). Wonder what odds on Rovers doing anything like that?

I certainly don’t think they care a jot, not now.

Its just basic things that get done so badly, Christ.

Just now, JHRover said:

Do you think anyone at Rovers actually gives a stuff? I reckon Umbro could turn up with claret and blue zigzags and Rovers would sit back and allow it.

Far easier to just sit back and let events unfold than kick off about it.

Was it Preston who recently ditched their new away shirt because it was unpopular (much nicer than this). Wonder what odds on Rovers doing anything like that?

I certainly don’t think they care a jot, not now.

Its just basic things that get done so badly, Christ.

That’s abhorrent.

I almost feel disrespected by Umbro. Not one for the whole “do they know who we are?” act, but they have clearly just pissed around to create that monsterous bag of shit.

I cannot believe Rovers have approved it.

Just now, Biz said:

Classic Daily Mail “how dare black people be successful”

Sure this article was the one that made Sterling finally snap at the media. Rightly so, too.

Just now, Bbrovers2288 said:

Probably shouldn’t say but yes one they are looking at from rangers, one from Celtic too, not a keeper 

Sneaky bid for Tierney? ?

Just now, OssyLad said:

Anyone else think he’ll play downing wing back? I’ve got a feeling he might do 

I’ve thought this since his signing. He said a lot about Chapman being immature (for want of a better word) with regards defensive duties in his first spell, so I would imagine he believes Downing’s age and experience has given him some defensive ability.

Not entirely sure if that will work, the idea that as a player gets older they somehow learn to defend, but we wait and see.

Just now, AdamRochina said:

whos tom white

A 22 year old from Gateshead.

A major “wtf?” signing for me - happy for him to make me look a complete tit however by spearheading a promotion charge... ?

Just now, geedog13 said:

And while I'm at it ...... reed was a good footballer but in his words 3 months before the end of the season " not even any point now not much to play for is there " 

Around about the same time this thread started, so he wasn’t wrong.

Just now, Paul Mani said:

Can someone screenshot his tweet as I’m blocked from good ol’ Al!! 

All fun and games this transfer stuff, isn’t it? ?

47 minutes ago, The Hypnotic said:

Kalinic did pretty well after leaving us as well. 

What I would do for either of those back...

7 minutes ago, Bigdoggsteel said:

The Duffer is the stand out. Not many more. Maybe I am forgetting someone 

Nzonzi maybe?

A very good signing, now let’s hope we kick in and bring a few more in.