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Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
So Van Dan Berg is almost a done deal and I think it's another very shrewd signing. He's a proven performer at this level and knows the area well, so he should be able to hit the ground running. I would hope that there's a chance we may be able to sign him permanently down the line too as he's never going to play for Liverpool and I doubt he would be wildly expensive. The youngsters look good, our new signings look good, and our new manager has started well. It's all looking a bit more promising for a good season ahead. Still think we need more though. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Van Hecke won't be coming here. Anyone who thinks otherwise will be sorely disappointed. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Didn't someone on here yesterday say Van Hecke has 100% not travelled to Manchester 😆 -
v Swansea City (a) - 6/8/22
rovers11 replied to Herbie6590's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Tactical masterclass from JDT. Swansea are dire to watch. Pass the ball to death without doing anything with it. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
It does seem a little surprising we'd make a big investment, by our standards, in a player who plays in the same position as Dack. I know Szmodics can play across many positions but it sounds like he's best in the hole. That to me suggests there are big doubts about Dack's fitness and ability to play a pressing game. For me, Dack is still our most naturally gifted player who has a huge role to play. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Brighton are signing a centre half from Chelsea. Looking likely Van Hecke won't be part of their plans. Still not convinced he'll end up here though. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Dead in the water now Morton is here. Always a long shot anyway. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
One in, another one to come. I suspect Szmodics will be done by midweek. Don't know much about Morton or Szmodics but they get my backing. -
Obafemi is one that I'm pleased we missed out on.
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v QPR (h) - 30/7/22
rovers11 replied to simongarnerisgod's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Overall I thought we did well today, especially given the amount of key players we've lost and the lack of incomings. It was a fairly routine win in the end (did they even have a shot on target?). I thought the defence was outstanding and the combo of Travis/Buckley in Central midfield was excellent. The front 4 didn't quite click - Vale struggled, Gallagher was his usual self, Hedges did OK, and Brereton was quiet. There's no doubt we'll need to be better than that to win matches consistently, but it's a good start and hopefully 4/5 good signings over the next few weeks. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Talk to Gregg -
v QPR (h) - 30/7/22
rovers11 replied to simongarnerisgod's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Thought we looked poor for the majority of that half. QPR were much brighter but lack a cutting edge. Happy to be leading. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
"Growing sense" just means he's seen the tweet from the Peterborough owner like the rest of us. I suspect we have an interest in Bowler but it's unlikely to happen. I think he'll end up at Bournemouth. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
From that it sounds like it's getting closer. -
1. Where will Rovers finish ? With our current squad, we'll finish around 14th. With 4/5 quality signings I could see us pushing for the play offs again. 2. Who will be the Rovers (official) Player Of The Season ? Kaminski. Have a feeling we're going to need him to be at his best this season. 3. Who do you think will be the breakout/breakthrough academy player this season ? (Let’s say under 23 at season start & fewer than 10 1st team appearances to be eligible) Jack Vale. 4. Who will win the Championship ? Middlesbrough. Top manager and a good set of championship players. 5. Where will Burnley finish ? 7th
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2022/2023 Pre Season Thread
rovers11 replied to MarkBRFC's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
I do wonder whether the attacking players are completely confused about what they should be doing and what positions they should be taking up. It seems like the plan is to give the front 4 players complete freedom but I feel players need more direction than that. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Van Hecke won't come back here, I'm pretty sure of that. Far too good for this level. He'll end up in one of the top flight European leagues if Brighton decide not to keep him. No point him playing championship football again, he's already proved he's better than that. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
It will happen but just not yet. PS. Why are people clogging up the transfer thread with their world XI?! -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
On Nyambe, I can only think it was a personality clash with the other lads and that's why he's moved on. I remember Dacky giving an interview on his Rovers teammates for RoversTV and he mentioned how Nyambe was the strangest person he's ever met, or something along those lines. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Good signing. Proven at this level, potential to get better, and good re-sell value. Job well done. Still lots of work to do in the transfer market but this is a very good start. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
This feels like a realistic signing and within our price range, so I'm hopeful on this one. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Nyambe to Wigan. Wow, that's embarrassing for us and the player. What's he thinking. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Another one bites the dust then with Davies going to Rangers. It doesn't feel like we're a very attractive prospect to players financially or ambition-wise at the moment. We've gotta hope these young players can make the step up (and even some of those are not committing their future to us!). -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
Defensive reinforcements desperately needed. Full backs are not good enough and we're two central defenders light too (can we even count Ayala?). Barring injuries, we have a solid attack and a decent midfield. Not promotion material by any means, but competitive and enough to keep our heads above water. We're well short defensively though so that area needs prioritising. -
Transfer Window - COMPLETE. Where’s Gregg?
rovers11 replied to chaddyrovers's topic in Blackburn Rovers Fans Messageboard
The new structure sounds far too convoluted for my liking. I presume it goes something like this: Manager says he wants players in X positions to DoF - DoF tells Head of Recruitment to recommend players in X positions - DoF goes to Waggot and says we want X players - Waggot goes to owners and says we want X players - tumbleweed from owners