Certainly not writing him off but seems like needless hassle to get 2 GKs in and ship 2 out. Surely keep 1 of Isted or AMB as back up and bring in a first choice?
Certainly not writing him off but seems like needless hassle to get 2 GKs in and ship 2 out. Surely keep 1 of Isted or AMB as back up and bring in a first choice?
I would imagine some of the pressure will be that both AMB and Isted will want first team football and NJ clearly doesn’t rate them high enough to give them that. Perhaps Mannion is more amenable to the idea of starting off as a number 2 and battling his way in to the team.
We have found it very difficult to move on unwanted players still under contract in recent years.
Partly, I suspect, because we pay them more than they would get at other clubs that want them and partly because they are being moved on because they haven't performed.
Kirk is a prime example but add Fraser, McGrandles and now Isted and AMB to that list. Perhaps Taylor too.
Move them on is easier said than done but this is what happens when you constantly changes managers and technical directors; no consistancy, no long term thinking, lots of other people's unwanted players taking up squad space and wages.
We have found it very difficult to move on unwanted players still under contract in recent years.
Partly, I suspect, because we pay them more than they would get at other clubs that want them and partly because they are being moved on because they haven't performed.
Kirk is a prime example but add Fraser, McGrandles and now Isted and AMB to that list. Perhaps Taylor too.
Move them on is easier said than done but this is what happens when you constantly changes managers and technical directors; no consistancy, no long term thinking, lots of other people's unwanted players taking up squad space and wages.
I see Mannion as the replacement for the third keeper spot since ward has left. Should imagine one of AMB and Isted will move on and we will have a new number 1 with more experience like Jed
Mannion will be back up to another target we are after as number one .
Or NJ doesn't think either of our current two are good enough.
None of us think our current two are good enough to be first choice, but that doesn't mean that anyone would be better.
Mannion has 29 EFL appearances in his entire career at the age of 26. Even as No 2 keeper, that doesn't scream out a step up over retaining either Isted or AMB.
Not surprised to see Panchute Camera released by Ipswich.
They've taken up the year option on Christian Walton though, who some were very convinced we'd sign on a free.
Think he was more of a wish list for many. However watching Ipswich on the last day of the season, and the reception Walton got when he was subbed on, he's still very popular there
The only reason he hadn't been playing was due to injury, and then lost his place as a result
If he's not going to be our number one I don't see the point in signing him unless we sell both our keeper's.
I think that will have to be it. Jones obviously doesn't rate AMB and Isted failed his audition under him. If you're in a position where you want a good number 1 but wouldn't be confident in putting in the backup for any period of time then you need a full change
If he's not going to be our number one I don't see the point in signing him unless we sell both our keeper's.
I think that will have to be it. Jones obviously doesn't rate AMB and Isted failed his audition under him. If you're in a position where you want a good number 1 but wouldn't be confident in putting in the backup for any period of time then you need a full change
And I think that would be the correct decision. AMB is a good shot-stopper but doesn't seem to command his area. Isted also looks like your average L1 keeper.
Or NJ doesn't think either of our current two are good enough.
None of us think our current two are good enough to be first choice, but that doesn't mean that anyone would be better.
Mannion has 29 EFL appearances in his entire career at the age of 26. Even as No 2 keeper, that doesn't scream out a step up over retaining either Isted or AMB.
Not what I was saying, but if NJ doesn't rate our current two he will try and replace them. Maybe he rates Mannion, I haven't seen enough of him to form my own opinion, or maybe he likes him but thinks he will suit a backup role better. But both our current two have a mistake in them.
Not sure why this discussion is even taking place. Pretty sure Cawley confirmed when Mannion was first mentioned, that he was coming in to provide competition to an experienced number 1.
Personally, I would go for Onkonkwo who I believe Arsenal have released. However, I am guessing he will go back to Wrexham.
Mannion screams number 2. Don't see a problem with it as i don't think Isted/AMB are up to do it. I would prefer to ship Isted personally for what its worth
After reading that while unemployed NJ has been using his time to build up a dossier on players & spending a few months casting his eye over the dross in our squad I'm surprised that the only credible rumour SO FAR is Mannion. While not wetting the bed at the moment I am actively searching for the best deal on bulk purchase of Tena pants just in case.
Similarly Small, Edun and a new signing will be fine on the left. Between those 6 (Watson has played both sides before, and Edun can cover midfield) we'll have the numbers, and tbh the quality as well because at the end of the day to have a competitive squad in league 1 that doesn't break the bank you aren't going to have 4 wingbacks that would walk into every other team's starting XI as it just doesn't make sense
After reading that while unemployed NJ has been using his time to build up a dossier on players & spending a few months casting his eye over the dross in our squad I'm surprised that the only credible rumour SO FAR is Mannion. While not wetting the bed at the moment I am actively searching for the best deal on bulk purchase of Tena pants just in case.
Would you prefer a newsletter with a list of all his transfer targets? Perhaps we should send it round to all the other clubs as well? There is literally no point leaking on going negotiations apart from fan service.
He isn't young, 26 isn't young for a footballer, irrespective of a footballers career being prolonged by playing in goal.
I also doubt he's extremely highly rated, as extremely highly rated goalkeepers aren't 26 years old with less than 30 league appearances playing for Cambridge, and potentially, moving to League 1 Charlton on a free.
Wherever he ends up being good or not is anyone's guess, but I don't see who is rating him extremely highly..
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Partly, I suspect, because we pay them more than they would get at other clubs that want them and partly because they are being moved on because they haven't performed.
Kirk is a prime example but add Fraser, McGrandles and now Isted and AMB to that list. Perhaps Taylor too.
Move them on is easier said than done but this is what happens when you constantly changes managers and technical directors; no consistancy, no long term thinking, lots of other people's unwanted players taking up squad space and wages.
I'd like to think neither Isted or AMB will be number 1 and they won't be 3rd choice either so that indicates they're both off.
Mannion has 29 EFL appearances in his entire career at the age of 26. Even as No 2 keeper, that doesn't scream out a step up over retaining either Isted or AMB.
Mannion
GK
RWB
CB
CB
LWB
CM (Luke Berry?)
CM
CM
STR
Maybe even more!?
The only reason he hadn't been playing was due to injury, and then lost his place as a result
Probably add at least 1 out and out winger to that list.
Personally, I would go for Onkonkwo who I believe Arsenal have released. However, I am guessing he will go back to Wrexham.
While not wetting the bed at the moment I am actively searching for the best deal on bulk purchase of Tena pants just in case.
Similarly Small, Edun and a new signing will be fine on the left. Between those 6 (Watson has played both sides before, and Edun can cover midfield) we'll have the numbers, and tbh the quality as well because at the end of the day to have a competitive squad in league 1 that doesn't break the bank you aren't going to have 4 wingbacks that would walk into every other team's starting XI as it just doesn't make sense
There is literally no point leaking on going negotiations apart from fan service.
Never change CL
I also doubt he's extremely highly rated, as extremely highly rated goalkeepers aren't 26 years old with less than 30 league appearances playing for Cambridge, and potentially, moving to League 1 Charlton on a free.
Wherever he ends up being good or not is anyone's guess, but I don't see who is rating him extremely highly..