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Post by rawli on Aug 3, 2017 19:08:43 GMT
Well we'd obviously have a replacement lined up - are you seriously suggesting we wouldn't. Where are the replacements for Walters,Arnie and Bardsley? Edwards has not played premier league football yet. And which of those plays in such a key position? A runner who couldn't defend despite being lauded for that part of his game, a winger who was brilliant but spent a frustrating amount of time feigning injury if he got tackled or waving his arms around and a mediocre walking red card of a full back. Centre half is different. I love Ryan but unfortunately he's been living on his reputation ever since his back injury. And he's definitely not a captain. Happy if he stays but it's not a disaster if he goes, Fletcher will be a much better captain. Perhaps a change will be good for him and he will get his form back.
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Post by boskampsflaps on Aug 3, 2017 19:09:34 GMT
If this happens, then never mind Hughes being sacked, everybody involved in transfers and contracts has to go. Don't be daft.
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Post by elystokie on Aug 3, 2017 19:09:37 GMT
We might not like what Arnie S brother said about "lunacy in his own four walls " but it's ringing truer by the minute . I can see why that quote might catch your eye...
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Post by GeneralFaye on Aug 3, 2017 19:11:24 GMT
The only way I would consider this was if we still signed BMI but also added Smalling (or someone similar) as a replacement. We've hardly got any home grown players as it is, which is something extra to think about.
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Post by chigstoke on Aug 3, 2017 19:12:07 GMT
As previously stated I'm expectimgbfor our big players as people sense blood totally down to our lack of investment, ambition and inane sell before you buy policy , Shaq and Butland may well be next before the end of August . I've never known anyone talk as much shite as you do Are you like this in real life? "Giving those shirts away to the charity shop before buying new ones is an insane sell before you buy policy" "Putting that phone on eBay before the new one arrives is an insane sell before you buy policy" "Getting rid of your girlfriend before arranging a deal to sign a new girlfriend is an insane sell before you buy policy" Your net spend must be absolutely incredible
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Post by Fred Merger on Aug 3, 2017 19:12:32 GMT
Don't worry it's friday tomorrow!
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Post by liamo on Aug 3, 2017 19:12:56 GMT
What the actual fuck, if this is real, we can't seriously be considering it can we?
There's a summer clean out... then there's covering the house in petrol and lighting the bitch up
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Post by Parkhall Wanderer on Aug 3, 2017 19:14:44 GMT
We might not like what Arnie S brother said about "lunacy in his own four walls " but it's ringing truer by the minute . Are you the lunatic in your own four walls then. Would explain some of your postings🤣
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Post by Deleted on Aug 3, 2017 19:14:52 GMT
Any more than £10m then consider it
That money can be used to offset Gibson and BMI (why not both? Zouma can be used in midfield when we play with a back four)
I should be sentimental, and Ryan is am utter legend, but...
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Post by GeneralFaye on Aug 3, 2017 19:14:55 GMT
What the actual fuck, if this is real, we can't seriously be considering it can we? There's a summer clean out... then there's covering the house in petrol and lighting the bitch up I like that analogy 👍
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Post by robstokie on Aug 3, 2017 19:15:20 GMT
Ryan's recent form? He was in central defence for Stoke on 22 occasions last season when we conceded one goal or less. He was also involved and culpable in a large number of our four goal drubbings if you care to take a look! So were Johnson, Pieters and the midfielders in front of them...
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Post by cheeesfreeex on Aug 3, 2017 19:16:32 GMT
What the actual fuck, if this is real, we can't seriously be considering it can we? There's a summer clean out... then there's covering the house in petrol and lighting the bitch up Nice imagery.
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Post by liam007 on Aug 3, 2017 19:18:16 GMT
Hopefully the club and Ryan can agree some sort of contract extension as i am still firmly of the belief he has still got another 3-4 good seasons in him.After he gets a full pre-season behind him he still has a lot to offer Stoke City.If the club agreed a 4 year deal with him i personally would be a very happy stokie.This lad will get 500+ appearances for us,no doubt in my mind.
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Post by Fred Merger on Aug 3, 2017 19:19:02 GMT
He was also involved and culpable in a large number of our four goal drubbings if you care to take a look! So were Johnson, Pieters and the midfielders in front of them... Pieters had a poor season granted but Johnson missed a large number of games didn't he not that he was really missed at that.
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Post by ashley luiz on Aug 3, 2017 19:20:24 GMT
So were Johnson, Pieters and the midfielders in front of them... Pieters had a poor season granted but Johnson missed a large number of games didn't he not that he was really missed at that. so what have our transfer team Done about it ? Since every other club is strengthening
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Post by burge2u on Aug 3, 2017 19:20:37 GMT
I think that it's flattering that our better/ more consistent players are attracting the attention of other clubs,..... it doesn't mean to say that they'll be sold or even want to leave.
Having said that, Shawcross' contract delay is a bit of a mystery. Burnley & others may see this as a potential opportunity. Again, it doesn't mean we'll sell or that the player has expressed any desire to leave.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 3, 2017 19:22:23 GMT
Normally you'd dismiss this kind of talk. But something a little bit strange is going on with this contract, whether it's Shawcross' demands or something else entirely. Would Burnley be prepared to offer more than we would though? No chance you'd think, unless Hughes has lost faith in him. With a year left on his deal, wouldn't have thought they'd stretch to £10m. I would snap their hand off for 8 million with Ryan's recent form! And spinal issues/surgery But by god he's been a fantastic buy and an excellent servant 👍 Good luck to him if he goes, just hope he's shit versus us 😀👏
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Post by robstokie on Aug 3, 2017 19:22:53 GMT
So were Johnson, Pieters and the midfielders in front of them... Pieters had a poor season granted but Johnson missed a large number of games didn't he not that he was really missed at that. Johnson missed the early part, played a few games then got injured until about December I think? He certainly played his part in thye majority of shite performances after Christmas.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 3, 2017 19:23:09 GMT
Pieters had a poor season granted but Johnson missed a large number of games didn't he not that he was really missed at that. so what have our transfer team Done about it ? Since every other club is strengthening "Every other club is strengthening" Really?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 3, 2017 19:24:17 GMT
I have it on fairly good authority that Burnley have submitted an offer for our captain today. He wouldn't go there would he? We wouldn't accept it would we? Can he take Pieters & Johnson with him? Buy one get two free.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 3, 2017 19:24:53 GMT
so what have our transfer team Done about it ? Since every other club is strengthening "Every other club is strengthening" Really? Yeah look at Spuds 😀😬😇
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Post by Caerwrangonpotter on Aug 3, 2017 19:25:26 GMT
Burnley buying anything in red & white stripes at the moment? May I offer you.... AND.....
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Post by GeneralFaye on Aug 3, 2017 19:26:22 GMT
Burnley buying anything in red & white stripes at the moment? May I offer you.... AND..... Fucking hell, Johnson looks bigger than Pottermus there.
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Post by Fred Merger on Aug 3, 2017 19:26:40 GMT
Pieters had a poor season granted but Johnson missed a large number of games didn't he not that he was really missed at that. Johnson missed the early part, played a few games then got injured until about December I think? He certainly played his part in thye majority of shite performances after Christmas. Correct but so did our whole back 5 including the sieve (Whelan)
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Post by Caerwrangonpotter on Aug 3, 2017 19:27:18 GMT
Burnley buying anything in red & white stripes at the moment? May I offer you.... AND..... Fucking hell, Johnson looks bigger than Pottermus there. I know who I prefer at right back General...
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Post by robstokie on Aug 3, 2017 19:28:19 GMT
Johnson missed the early part, played a few games then got injured until about December I think? He certainly played his part in thye majority of shite performances after Christmas. Correct but so did our whole back 5 including the sieve (Whelan) Exactly. You can include Adam as well, he didn't offer any support to Whelan, was blowing out of his arse constantly and didn't offer much coming forward either.
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Post by robstokie on Aug 3, 2017 19:28:59 GMT
Burnley buying anything in red & white stripes at the moment? May I offer you.... AND..... I think WE would have to PAY THEM...
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Post by Fred Merger on Aug 3, 2017 19:30:33 GMT
Burnley buying anything in red & white stripes at the moment? May I offer you.... AND..... At least you will get 19 appearances out of Pottermus!
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Post by elystokie on Aug 3, 2017 19:30:33 GMT
Burnley buying anything in red & white stripes at the moment? May I offer you.... AND..... Fucking hell, Johnson looks bigger than Pottermus there. You may need to watch some Father Ted
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Post by cobhamstokey on Aug 3, 2017 19:30:40 GMT
Ryan has been a fantastic servant but I can see why we may be looking to move him on.
= Last year of his contract he'll want a new improved one of 3-4 years. Is he worth it considering his recent injury issues. It could be a big risk especially as he doesn't seem the player he was.
= We have 2 very decent looking prospects coming through.
= The way we're looking to play is Ryan a good enough "footballer" for what we need.
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