12 minutes ago, Blue blood said:

There's no guarantee that the keeper would sign either. That's a terrible, terrible non argument. In fact already being here makes it more likely for him to stay. As usual you have been caught out with the double standards. Being at the club and maybe not signing an extension is just as uncertain as the keeper not signing. In fact it's less so as there's the bonus of familiarity and benefit of not moving. You might as well say it's a good move because we play in blue and white, or because I had pizza for dinner. It has just as much credibility. 

Spot on and well summed up.

I mean I wouldn't keep Bell in this division much less the other one. Although given TMs spotted transfer record and not being able to spend money on defenders (and not having any next season) I can see why they did. Still think we should be aiming for better though. 

At the risk of supporting Chaddy and his moronic mutterings, I understood the club had to extend Bells contract as the player himself triggered the clause in his contract. I stand to be corrected and I hope I am, as I hate the fact that I'm defending someone who changes his point of view more than Piers Morgan. 

52 minutes ago, chaddyrovers said:

No to Hart. 

Think Angus Gunn could be a good loan signing for us for no1 keeper spot next season depending on wages and loan fee

Ain't gona happen. Your mate nicko has said mclaughlin will be no1 with a back up keeper in talks. 

1 hour ago, chaddyrovers said:

 

I'm not sure this is news. Thought it was confirmed some days ago aswell as Tosin. 

2 hours ago, J*B said:

There’s absolutely no chance we’re signing Daniel Ayala when we can’t afford to refund season ticket holders. Please stop this nonsense. 
https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/daniel-ayala-middlesbrough-transfer-rockliffe-18429003

Agreed. What is it that Dunny says. People need to get real 

39 minutes ago, OldEwoodBlue said:

very predictable.

pure desperation.

To be fair I'm not sure we can call it desperation. It sounds like the option was triggered sometime ago by promotion, rather than a lack of funds so we'll make do. 

48 minutes ago, chaddyrovers said:

Well I wasnt. Do you me to post all my comments on Marcus Maddison? 

I'm sure you'd omit the relevant ones anyway. 

29 minutes ago, MarkBRFC said:

If it was a choice between picking up Maddison on a free and giving him a go on the right wing, or go into another season of Gallagher playing there, which would you choose?

I could have sworn in past windows, Chaddy was raving about Maddison when we were linked. I stand to be corrected and I can't be arsed trailing through to find evidence. Anyway, yes I'd take him in a heartbeat to get Gallagher off the wing. 

If we have a sell on fee I don't care where he goes. Have a bidding war for all I care and may the best team win. 

4 hours ago, Mattyblue said:

Neither side usually get close to filling it, apart from the Milan Derby and Juventus games. The upper tiers are closed a lot of the time.

Fair enough. I assumed that they would fill out given the size of both clubs.

Don't quite understand this. Replacing a stadium that seats approx 80000 with a 60000 seater ?

Wes foderingham released by Rangers. Sure we were linked with him in the past. Know little about him, but would he be a better bet than mclaughlin. Made nearly 150 apps for Rangers, but not convinced the opposition he faced is any better than league 1

56 minutes ago, Exiled_Rover said:

How do you determine which teams are promoted and relegated?

I believe the points per game system is what uefa are recommending or sporting merit as they call it. Your average points per game so far is awarded for your remaining games, and thus all promotion and relegation decided by this. At least I think that's how it works. I'm not saying it's right, I personally think the season should be null and void. And reset when we can safely get back up an running(this also means resetting Bolton on minus 12 points) 

13 hours ago, Tom said:

If it means next season is more likely to happen then I’m leaning towards agreeing with scrapping this season, the bonus of Liverpool not winning the title also helps.

I think especially because it’s Liverpool though all stops will be pulled out to ensure they have officially won it

Spot on. Best case scenario for anti scouse fans of which I am one, is they are awarded it on points per game. At least we can claim they were handed it despite the season never being completed. 

I had this done for my son. Named after Lucas Neill and Matt Jansen. 

I thought it was Mark Hughes he was calling over 

46 minutes ago, Wegerleswiggle said:

Is it the lad from Wolves, Bright Enobakhare? 

No. Signing for Birmingham 

39 minutes ago, Bbrovers2288 said:

Due to a lack of respect on here- as above post- , I’m not for giving names anymore however my record speaks for itself, beat the media to a whole list of names, who would then publish it as breaking the next day. 
you will need to get your names off davie whoever that was previously 

some folk spoil it for everyone 

Figured it was an imposter given the sudden inability to spell anything correctly 

3 hours ago, Bbrovers2288 said:

Today’s the day, one incoming ?

Glad you're back posting what you know. Bbrovers2288. 

27 minutes ago, Pedro said:

He was clearly joking. Maybe K-Hod and I have similar senses of humour - I thought it was funny and feel you need to lighten up a touch regarding this post and keep the toys in the pram - so to speak. 

From my point of view, Mods don't need to be soulless, opinionless entities (not your view, I know) who donate all of their life without showing a bit of personality, but certainly - leave moderation to them because they do a superb job on here and are extremely fair.  The thread over the years isn't solely about people like Chaddy (no offence) hankering for vague info from genuine or non-genuine sources, Twitter rumours, or just back-slapping and blowing smoke up behinds.  And to be honest, I've not read anything on here lately that wasn't already on Newsnow or something.  Anyway, when there's something with real meat on the bones, I am sure it'll generate interest and that'll be all we'll focus on for a while - but do get used to debates on the edge of acceptability when things are stagnant.

Clearly joking?? Really!!  He may have been joking but I'd hardly say it was clear and it was certainly not funny. Anyway I did enjoy the backtracking when one of the more credible sources of info regarding transfers pulled the shutters down. 

8 minutes ago, Stuart said:

So why not just promote them when they moved Johnson?

Can't answer that. The powers that be aren't known for acting quickly let's be honest. They drag everything out. Do we know who the other candidates were? Maybe they wanted to see who else would apply but then decided the best options already worked here

2 hours ago, Stuart said:

Fair play to him for applying but who was the competition he was up against? On the face of it this is more evidence of Mowbray sticking with what/who he knows and rewarding loyalty.

Lowest cost, narrowest search, and least imagination.

I can't lie I was hoping Matty Jansen might be on his way back. However can't really argue with these appointments. They've done well enough already so let them continue, they've earnt their promotions. 

I fear TM will make Jonathan woodgate look like Pep Guardiola this weekend. Hope I'm wrong cos we desperately need the points and I sense TM needs a result. He's been a bit tetchy recently in interview which I take as a sign that he's under pressure. 

Just now, Angry_Pirate said:

Some clarity on Mulgrew:

Mulgrew and Mowbray had a blazing argument in the middle of the training ground in front of loads on people, this happened Thursday morning. Everything was a rush from there.

A few offers came in and Mulgrew wanted to go to Rangers, but they were only offering 50% of his wages whereas Wigan (surprisingly) offering 80% of his £20,000 per week.

Mulgrew did not want to go to Wigan, he wanted to stay and fight for his place and continue to be a role model, captain etc. Mowbray did not cover himself in glory.

Heard first hand from a source present at the training ground.

Shambles.

But he still wanted to go though. As much as I feel TM has lost the plot somewhat I'll back him on this. Charlie had become a liability, we don't need a liability who doesn't want to be here. Potential to be Shane Duffy all over again. 

Well no one saw that coming. Transfer window closes and 2 defenders ruled out. Well played Tony. Now may I suggest you at least look at the free transfer list. The cynic in me is saying you're trying to get fired and get your pay off. 

I will be stunned if this clown is still in charge by October