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  • Some guesses based on @Swisdom’s appreciated insight

    Mallik Wilks =

    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.

    Humphrys = 

    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    Would be very happy with either of the above or Ladapo. We definitely shouldn’t put all our eggs in one JCH basket. There’s other good options out there.
  • cabbles
    cabbles Posts: 15,256
    Can we stop with the "Terry Taylor new signing" thing?

    Proper boring. 
    Mansfield and McCrappy might have something to say about that 
  • JohnnyH2
    JohnnyH2 Posts: 5,344
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    Great news, and we all hope this all turns out as positive as it reads.

    Only a couple of points from me

    1. Why did Scott not implement these transfer policies last January and the part of the summer window he was in charge of?.

    2. Do we know when the brilliant coach Appleton will start to turn our results around, as in the past few months the results have been dire.
  • Swisdom
    Swisdom Posts: 14,977
    If he's out of contract in the summer he's likely to be looking to move on.  Hopefully sooner rather than later.  Let's hope Hull sign a couple of central m idfielders
  • RonnieMoore
    RonnieMoore Posts: 4,509
    fenaddick said:
    The risk for JCH is another 6 months of not being the main no9. Peterborough clearly want him gone and have planned for his depature
    But there holding out till after Saturday .. they don’t want him playing against them 
  • Braziliance
    Braziliance Posts: 8,360
    J BLOCK said:
    Melrose said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    Wisdom. I believe a lot of what you are saying. The bit I'm doubtful about is Appleton. One person saying he is a brilliant coach....is one person! He has not shown anything to support that for Me. In fact the total opposite imo. He doesn't look like he's got an f'ing clue. I wouldn't give him any more time or give him license to identify possible new players. It's a shame cos I would have liked him to be a success 
    I'm actually good friends with one of his backroom staff from when he was at Blackpool who said he is the best coach he's worked with too. That he is obsessed with the game and spends hours on hours watching, analysing and learning. 
    It sounds like his skillset might be best set somewhere else in football then, cause he isn't a good manager. 

    I've also heard he's a good coach but if he can't implement his ideas on the pitch then it's not really worthwhile. I'd love us to invest into him but his record doesn't suggest he can do it and the footballing we are all watching doesn't suggest he can either. 

    1 win in 10 and the amount of late goals conceded just looks like someone who isn't up to it imo, as harsh as that may sound. 
  • thenewbie
    thenewbie Posts: 11,003
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    I hope your source is right. But if Appleton really is that good and we're still seeing results/performances like those of recent times it would suggest that the squad we have is considerably worse than even the lowest opinions on here, or there is something extremely badly wrong behind scenes.

    Neither of which bode well.
  • MarcusH26
    MarcusH26 Posts: 8,061
    edited January 2024
    Yeah Hull not having a lot of CM cover with 2 players at AFCON might scupper things a bit. Hopefully it still happens though. 

    Would not be too surprised to see a Malik Wilks link actually. Would be a good option to have wide. 

    I really like the idea of adding some more leadership qualities to the side , I think that's something that is lacking , even if it's a bit of an older head to see games out. 

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  • fenaddick said:
    The risk for JCH is another 6 months of not being the main no9. Peterborough clearly want him gone and have planned for his depature
    But there holding out till after Saturday .. they don’t want him playing against them 
    It has been widely reported that JCH has not yet agreed terms and likely may wait until end of the window or even into the summer. It is not completed and awaiting Saturday's game to announce.

    Hope we go after other targets now, we can't wait another month for a striker.
  • J BLOCK said:
    Melrose said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    Wisdom. I believe a lot of what you are saying. The bit I'm doubtful about is Appleton. One person saying he is a brilliant coach....is one person! He has not shown anything to support that for Me. In fact the total opposite imo. He doesn't look like he's got an f'ing clue. I wouldn't give him any more time or give him license to identify possible new players. It's a shame cos I would have liked him to be a success 
    I'm actually good friends with one of his backroom staff from when he was at Blackpool who said he is the best coach he's worked with too. That he is obsessed with the game and spends hours on hours watching, analysing and learning. 
    This was a very good post until the last word 😂
  • Mind numbing stuff from some who are saying, 'move on from JCH' already. With absolutely no clue what stage the negotiations are or what is happening in the deal. Just assumed, cos some teenager has suggested the deal is off on another forum?

    Note: I have no clue either  :D 
  • JohnnyH2 said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    Great news, and we all hope this all turns out as positive as it reads.

    Only a couple of points from me

    1. Why did Scott not implement these transfer policies last January and the part of the summer window he was in charge of?.

    2. Do we know when the brilliant coach Appleton will start to turn our results around, as in the past few months the results have been dire.
    1. He was working for sandgaard last January with a completely different brief and goal. 

    The summer part is a good question and my guess at the answer is either lack of time to change things or arrogance. 
  • fenaddick said:
    The risk for JCH is another 6 months of not being the main no9. Peterborough clearly want him gone and have planned for his depature
    But there holding out till after Saturday .. they don’t want him playing against them 
    Then why accept the offer?
  • mendonca
    mendonca Posts: 9,406
    Interesting. I'm not sure I've seen much in terms of his brilliant coaching, thus far. I include set pieces on that list. 
  • Croydon
    Croydon Posts: 12,736
    Appleton the best coach these people have worked with, but has only been successful at one club.

    Either he's in the wrong job or his pals are just gassing him up to people who ask.
  • Mind numbing stuff from some who are saying, 'move on from JCH' already. With absolutely no clue what stage the negotiations are or what is happening in the deal. Just assumed, cos some teenager has suggested the deal is off on another forum?

    Note: I have no clue either  :D 
    More because of the information from Rich Cawley than the rumour on the Peterborough forum. I personally don't think JCH is worth the transfer fee and wages it will cost us, not at this stage of his career.
  • DubaiCAFC
    DubaiCAFC Posts: 2,461
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    100% mate.. thank you for sharing! maybe some other fans might start believing they have good intentions. They know they didn’t get things right in the summer and want to put it right. 
  • thenewbie said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    I hope your source is right. But if Appleton really is that good and we're still seeing results/performances like those of recent times it would suggest that the squad we have is considerably worse than even the lowest opinions on here, or there is something extremely badly wrong behind scenes.

    Neither of which bode well.
    I had the same reaction. I know we have several players injured but you would have thought a "brilliant" coach would have squeezed out a few more points over the past 8-9 games. I'm not convinced by him but time will tell if he is backed in the transfer market and gets the type of players he wants.

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  • One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout - CONOR COVENTRY

    but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope. - ???

    One of them has been made a very good offer. - JCH

    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities. - MACAULEY GILLESPHEY?

    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months. - MALLIK WILKS?

    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist. - LEWIS BATE?
  • Henry Irving
    Henry Irving Posts: 85,236
    cabbles said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    Enough of this, I’d like to hear from Ronnie Moore
    Ronnie Moore:  "I wish I'd said that"

    Whistler "You will, Ronnie, you will"
  • Chunes
    Chunes Posts: 17,356
    edited January 2024
    Some great wisdom from @Swisdom . Always keep an eye out for your posts. Lovely stuff
  • blackpool72
    blackpool72 Posts: 23,683
    DubaiCAFC said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    100% mate.. thank you for sharing! maybe some other fans might start believing they have good intentions. They know they didn’t get things right in the summer and want to put it right. 
    I think the owners have good intentions otherwise why would they buy the club.

    But they are getting their information from Methven. 

    Methven I believe has convinced them that they should keep faith in Andy Scott and Appleton  and to back them in this transfer window. 

    Personally I think both Scott and Appleton are useless and I would prefer to replace them both now. 

    But as I have no say in the matter all I can do is hope they get it right and carry on supporting the club.
  • thenewbie
    thenewbie Posts: 11,003
    edited January 2024
    DubaiCAFC said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    100% mate.. thank you for sharing! maybe some other fans might start believing they have good intentions. They know they didn’t get things right in the summer and want to put it right. 
    I'm actually not too sceptical regarding their intentions (currently), but I remain deeply unconvinced by their capabilities.

    Them wanting to put things right is just noise. Them actually doing something to actually succeed in putting it right will be meaningful.... and neither of the two signings so far do that for me.
  • Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)




    Things will be a lot clearer at the end of the month.
  • LargeAddick
    LargeAddick Posts: 32,594
    DubaiCAFC said:
    Swisdom said:
    You don't have to believe this if you don't want to

    CAFC have made numerous offers for players.  CAFC have identified the weaknesses in the squad and are working to resolve
    One of the offers is over £500k but the guy is likely going up AT LEAST one division so we are no longer in with a shout but a once highly rated team mate of his might be in scope.
    One of them has been made a very good offer.  His club are ok with it but the agent has got in his ear.  (Personally I'm not fussed about that - could easily be Marcus Maddison MkII)
    Another has something we are desperately short of and is widely regarded in the game for his leadership qualities.
    Another is a name that has been mentioned in the past but not so much in the last 6-12 months.  Again not someone I am overly fussed about but some people would love him.
    Another is someone I have been very keen on or some time, soon to be out of contract and is on a shortlist.

    I am not going to confirm any names here but what I am saying is there are plans in place, the right sorts of players being identified and we are not scraping the barrel as we have in the past.

    It looks as if Appleton is going to be given a chance to stamp his authority on the squad so I suggest we get behind him, and the team.  And we need to overlook the fact Appleton is no good at interviews and the media side of things - that's just his demeanour and if he can get the best from the players then I'll ignore the cringeworthy interviews

    I've been told by someone in the game what a brilliant coach he is.  Not just that he was good - but he is the best he's worked for.  I guess we need to trust the process and give him the opportunity to do his thing.
    Fiorini was desperate to come and play for him again so he must have done something right

    In the immortal words of Russel Slade and Gary Barlow.......Patience! :-)



    100% mate.. thank you for sharing! maybe some other fans might start believing they have good intentions. They know they didn’t get things right in the summer and want to put it right. 

    proof of the pudding etc etc. I have every intention of losing weight this year but doubt it will happen.                                                                     
  • MarcusH26
    MarcusH26 Posts: 8,061
    edited January 2024
    Over £500k but likely going up a division? Wasn't 500k the release clause for Conor O'Riordan the Crewe CB who's seemingly off to Blackburn?

    Highly rated ex team mates , Owen Dale (Unlikely), Tom Lowery (Unlikely) , Ryan Wintle (No chance)