Can't see what Dale has done to attract the attention of a Premier League team. When he came to us I was exited but I think on the whole he has been a bit of a let down. Potential certainly but not convinced me me I'm afraid.
I'll trust Paul Lambert's judgement over a lot of people's on here. Still think a season in the Championship would help him, but if he can make the step up, he'll be a darn good player
Heard it earlier about stephens didnt know what to make of it tbh
Been our worst player so far this season imo
This very very very short season
True, but he was also one of the worst last season (out of the regular players) ie not Clarke etc. However, nearly all the others did play exceptionally well.
This might sound weird but I honestly think dale stephens is much better suited to premier league football, he will find himself with a lot of time on the ball and with time on the ball I feel stephens could be top notch
Heard it earlier about stephens didnt know what to make of it tbh
Been our worst player so far this season imo
This very very very short season
True, but he was also one of the worst last season (out of the regular players) ie not Clarke etc. However, nearly all the others did play exceptionally well.
He was out injured for quite a while though.
Yes we had an established team but Centre Mid struggled with injuries so I don't think we can write him off after what 20 odd games.
He will get better and I'd rather see him do that for us than someone else.
I'll trust Paul Lambert's judgement over a lot of people's on here. Still think a season in the Championship would help him, but if he can make the step up, he'll be a darn good player
I would trust Alex Ferguson's judgement over a lot of people's on here, does not not always mean he is correct. Now I am not saying Dale Stephens is a bad player at all, because he is not, but for me he is not a premiership level player.
Wow this is a bit of a suprise. Let's hope the possible arrival of Button isn't a sign that Hamer is in demand.
I think we're safe (for now) on that front....Cawley has said that Sullivan is likely to go out on loan in the next week, presumably once Button has arrived.
What did Airman say a few weeks ago about being happy to keep the entire squad intact?
If Villa really have bid for him, I don't think CP will stand in his way. With 4 days to get a replacement in (probably a prem loan), I think it gets done.
This could also be the opportunity to move Jackson into the middle with Cook or Kerkar on the left (maybe even Hammill or N'Guessan).
Just to check - those of you saying that Dale isn't prem class that's not a criticism of him .... More a criticism of any Prem manager wanting to buy him ?
Stephens doesn't fit our team for me. Not quick enough and bottles it from tackles. Question marks over his stamina too. Good shots, some good long passes but easier to replace than Solly IMO
I was excited when he signed but just hasn't done enough for me. Anything above £600k I'd take and I'd go get Ritchie from Swindon
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However, nearly all the others did play exceptionally well.
Yes we had an established team but Centre Mid struggled with injuries so I don't think we can write him off after what 20 odd games.
He will get better and I'd rather see him do that for us than someone else.
Like CE would rather lose Dale than Solly.
Going to be an interesting few days.
Remember, believe it when its on the OS.
What did Airman say a few weeks ago about being happy to keep the entire squad intact?
This could also be the opportunity to move Jackson into the middle with Cook or Kerkar on the left (maybe even Hammill or N'Guessan).
Just a gut feeling (no inside info..).
2. I felt a lot worse hearing a solly rumour than the Stephens rumour, he's a decent player but could be replaced
Good shots, some good long passes but easier to replace than Solly IMO
I was excited when he signed but just hasn't done enough for me. Anything above £600k I'd take and I'd go get Ritchie from Swindon
I'd expect a £500k signing to start ...... Am I alone in that ?
Hope you're wrong GJ