Well no I simply meant because it looks like we are missing back up on the left wing. Then all we need is a left back (Evina) and strikers if I'm right.
Isn't Cook our back up to left wing. As for Coulibaly he is a target man but very different to Yann as he has that burst of speed where he rather get in behind of the defence play off the last defender instead of coming deep. The 2 can form a good partnership.
Isn't Cook our back up to left wing. As for Coulibaly he is a target man but very different to Yann as he has that burst of speed where he rather get in behind of the defence play off the last defender instead of coming deep. The 2 can form a good partnership.
Cameron Stewart would be a very good signing. Very similar to Harriott but with a bit more skill about him. Like others have said he has had injuries...but very capable at this level.
Isn't Cook our back up to left wing. As for Coulibaly he is a target man but very different to Yann as he has that burst of speed where he rather get in behind of the defence play off the last defender instead of coming deep. The 2 can form a good partnership.
Good point, I forgot Cook. Does Powell see him as a squad member though? Seems reluctant to play him. Which is unusual as he was on his 'list' of wanted targets last summer and he gave him 2 years. Although I spose he made a mistake with Clarke and didnt fancy him after hed signed so it's possible.
Question. Is Coubilaly a foil for Yann or a backup for Yann ?
I'd like to see both of them up front, with Yann hanging back just a bit to close down defenders when they have possession (he did this well at AFC Wim), and to supply Coulibaly (in the way he supplied Pigott so effectively at Welling), and of course to pile forward himself. Leave Coulibaly right up front, on the last defender's back. Worth a try at Pompey?
Isn't Cook our back up to left wing. As for Coulibaly he is a target man but very different to Yann as he has that burst of speed where he rather get in behind of the defence play off the last defender instead of coming deep. The 2 can form a good partnership.
Only just read your post, Ram, after my message immediately above. Agree with your idea - surely worth a go.
Have to admit never heard of Stewart but we do need left wing cover.
But agree about cook - not really sure what he offers. Nowhere near as effective as waggy was on the wing whenever I seen him despite similar age. Not cut out for being a front man either. Needs to seriously impress if he gets a chance this year.
Reckon we can just about get by with only making 2 striker signings though and use one of the kids as sub as 4th striker to bring on when (maybe if!) we're comfortably winning for experience.
I've only just picked this up from the OS, posted there around lunchtime on Thursday. I don't think anyone has commented yet on CL, so worth reiterating: Powell says he has had Coulibaly on the radar "for 12 or 18 months", though AFC Wim was the first time he had seen him play live. He was pleased with Coulibaly's performance and will definitely play him at Pompey. "I think if he gets more game time, more minutes and more training, we'll see a player that will cause problems in the Championship." Bravo.
As long as Evina re-signs that is the defence sorted for the season, midfield looks okay apart from maybe another winger ( Maybe we'll go back for N'Guessan who can play wide and up front)
Wouldn't be surprised if Fuller signs on reduced wages or on a pay as you play deal
As long as Evina re-signs that is the defence sorted for the season, midfield looks okay apart from maybe another winger ( Maybe we'll go back for N'Guessan who can play wide and up front)
Wouldn't be surprised if Fuller signs on reduced wages or on a pay as you play deal
yep. Can see Fuller coming back as feel from his comments he is just waiting for us to make an offer.
I can see our transfers ending up something similar to this:
WOOD for Taylor COBAILILY for Fuller OBIKA - Season long loan (Haynes wages) EVINA to sign one year extension with an option for two. FULLER - pay-as-you-play deal
You say "it's all about the money" as though it is wholly negative. I think the first hints of reality may be creeping back into football,
A player's value is mainly associated with how much he plays or, perhaps more accurately, his contribution to points gained while playing. If the judgement is that Coulibaly will generate more points at a lower cost than Fuller, it is the right decision. If Fuller only plays a handful of games, he potentially becomes very expensive regardless of salary level.
Of course, I realise that players can contribute in other ways - team spirit, knowledge etc., but the business is the cost of accruing every point.
Personally don't want fuller back unless he's on peanuts for wages-seems to do more fauls than good and is just too one dimensional for my liking-couillaby seems a better replacement and obika would be good
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But agree about cook - not really sure what he offers. Nowhere near as effective as waggy was on the wing whenever I seen him despite similar age. Not cut out for being a front man either. Needs to seriously impress if he gets a chance this year.
Reckon we can just about get by with only making 2 striker signings though and use one of the kids as sub as 4th striker to bring on when (maybe if!) we're comfortably winning for experience.
DEFENDER Dan Seaborne, 26, is heading to Yeovil on a free transfer after snubbing interest from Charlton.
Wood for Taylor
Cobailily for Fuller
Its all about the money money
Wouldn't be surprised if Fuller signs on reduced wages or on a pay as you play deal
WOOD for Taylor
COBAILILY for Fuller
OBIKA - Season long loan (Haynes wages)
EVINA to sign one year extension with an option for two.
FULLER - pay-as-you-play deal
STEPHENS - Loaned
PIGGOTT - Loaned
COOK - Loaned
FOX - Loaned
COUSINS - Loaned
A player's value is mainly associated with how much he plays or, perhaps more accurately, his contribution to points gained while playing. If the judgement is that Coulibaly will generate more points at a lower cost than Fuller, it is the right decision. If Fuller only plays a handful of games, he potentially becomes very expensive regardless of salary level.
Of course, I realise that players can contribute in other ways - team spirit, knowledge etc., but the business is the cost of accruing every point.