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Cawley has spoken!!!2
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Loan with option to buy is actually a great deal. Could be pants, could be amazing. We’re covered either way. Would also (presumably) push back a potential fee to next summer, meaning we’ve still kept our powder dry for another midfielder perhaps?15
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We can't revert to 5 at the back, we don't have a RWBSteveACS said:
If NJ wants to revert to 5 at the back, we're one CB short if you get rid of Burke...Themightyath2 said:Crispywood said:
So you genuinely think Burke adds the same value to this squad as Ahadme?Themightyath2 said:When I said release Burke, I meant try and shift him on, even if that means a loan where we cover a large percentage of his wages, as we’ve done with Ahadme.
In my opinion, we have enough cover at CB, and I’d rather not waste a slot in the 25-man squad on someone who is unlikely to play much and, when he does, will probably pick up another injury.
It’s probably a moot point anyway, as I’m not convinced we’ll bring in Ouma, Holsgrove and a RW.
In a 4 back Burke will be our 4th best/natural option behind Jones Koumetio and Sichenje.Koumetio can’t stay fit, Sichenje we have no proof can stay fit, we may need to even throw Sichenje at RB if it comes down to it, Burke will be needed at some point.Yes he is horribly injury prone but that doesn’t make him a bad option when he is there.I never said that.
If you read what I actually wrote, my opinion (we’re all entitled to one!) is that we have enough cover at CB. I see Bell as the first option to cover Billy, and Collins as the first option to cover Jones, with others able to step in if needed. And, if one of them was out for a prolonged period, you could always bring in cover in January.
So, all I’m saying (before people misinterpret what I’m trying to say again) is that I would sacrifice a CB before losing two midfielders, and as I said above, it’s probably a moot point anyway, because I’m not convinced we’ll bring in Ouma, Holsgrove and a RW.
It’s just an opinion - so relax!
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You'd imagine club will be announcing it in the coming hours in that case2
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Ouma loan
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Frees up the funds to make the big splash on Holsgrove still… right?LargeAddick said:
So still keeping our powder dry or owners are not backing NJ?shirty5 said:Ouma coming in on loan according to Cawley2 -
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No. That he can turn up on time after being away on International duty.iaitch said:
Like he can tie his own laces?LargeAddick said:
Very sensible. Wonder if it's an option or an obligation if certain criteria are met.Callumcafc said:Cawley says Ouma will be a loan with option to buy.1 -
Indeed, so much better this way then giving the player a 4 year contract and then they turn out to be shit after the first yearProperCharlton said:4 -
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Didn’t say it wasn’tProperCharlton said:0 -
I mean, I can’t see a scenario where we don’t have millions left to spend if we were told the budget was the same yoy.
If the RW is also a loan we must have another splash coming2 -
Both are right backs.fenaddick said:
Isn’t he a centre back?MarcusH26 said:Wouldn't Ethan Brown be the most likely academy fullback to step up in a massive crisis?
Probably, but I think Valentine is technically better and has the most potential of the two. Also comfortable playing on the left, which I’m not sure Brown would be.MarcusH26 said:Wouldn't Ethan Brown be the most likely academy fullback to step up in a massive crisis?
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... On good authority or wishful thinking?cafc4life said:Ouma loan
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You’d guess it would be upon survival of next seasonLargeAddick said:
Very sensible. Wonder if it's an option or an obligation if certain criteria are met.Callumcafc said:Cawley says Ouma will be a loan with option to buy.1 -
If Rich has spoken I would expect an announcement latest 5pm.YannTheMann said:You'd imagine club will be announcing it in the coming hours in that case3 -
Loan…interesting
Wonder if it means then that Holsgrove is also coming?
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Very sensible in light of the bits about discipline/lateness.With options to buy like this is a contract already agreed with the player so If we want to keep it's all done or can he be a massive success and another club come in he moves on and the option is pointless?2
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Ouma God!4
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Does the remainder hinge on TC leaving?0
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With an option does that mean we have first dibs or if he does well can another club nip in and nab him.0
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No chance.Walkingred said:
Still got £8 million to spend thenCallumcafc said:Cawley says Ouma will be a loan with option to buy.0 -
not a clue!carly burn said:
... On good authority or wishful thinking?cafc4life said:Ouma loan
Holsgrove permanent ..
JUST HOPING HAHA1 -
I suppose if we meet their valuation he's our's...LargeAddick said:With an option does that mean we have first dibs or if he does well can another club nip in and nab him.0 -
Someone link the Ouma comps I can't be asked to sift for them cheers1
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Seems sensible - need to get a tag on him and clock his timekeeping and his ability to play other than just be strong and quick and could also free up the ‘holsgrove powder’ ?ProperCharlton said:
No issues with this whatsoeverCallumcafc said:Cawley says Ouma will be a loan with option to buy.0 -
Id love to be wrong but just can't see us bringing in Holsgrove at all, feels like he fancies a bigger move than us from what press are reporting5
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That's why I'm asking. Can someone offer more and nab him?eastterrace6168 said:
I suppose if we meet their valuation he's our's...LargeAddick said:With an option does that mean we have first dibs or if he does well can another club nip in and nab him.0 -
Loan with an option is good, though naturally it's always feels better to get a player in permanently. It could be to hold back some money for another transfer but there's also the chance that we've gazumped Partizan by agreeing to a fee we're willing to pay if we stay up this season but not if we don't. We will see, the important thing is we've signed a midfielder!0
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All the signs aren’t matching up with this theory,# powder has gone missing!!Walkingred said:
Still got £8 million to spend thenCallumcafc said:Cawley says Ouma will be a loan with option to buy.1
