ateyomike Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 On the Brighton forum they describe as a nasty type of player who winds up the opposition. Not sure we have that here. perhaps that's been the trouble with us in the last few seasons too nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JET will tear you apart Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 What a signing!! Who cares if we have Flint and Williams, this guy is an improvement on what we have here and they will learn a thing or two from him and hopefully improve themselves. Described as a their most passionate player and a fighter by any Brighton fan you speak to. Exactly what we need. Flint and AEA will be the meanest pairing outside the top two divisions!! I agree with this also could be a role model for up and coming centre backs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southvillekiddy Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Just under 6 foot and built like a brick ****-house. Fourteen stone of muscle. Love 'im Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippy273 Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Just the sort of bloke we need, our team are far to nice. He does look like a guy who's done time doesn't he Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 At last, some steel. Good buy in my book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Who Are Rovers? Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 perhaps that's been the trouble with us in the last few seasons too nice +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadrunner Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Its like some sort of bizarre peacock mating ritual! Like what I see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Glad you're paying attention. In fairness, as someone else has said; 2.5 years isn't ridiculous. Still seems to be a sea change in the types of signings, and I'm sure these aren't Burt's recommendations. On the contary, SoD tried to get El Abd earlier in the season but it didn't go through and Dunk joined instead, so it would be faro to say that it is a Burt recommendation that Cotterill has accepted. Solid signing who won't take crap from some of the players in our squad, Finally a captain and leader in the team that has been missing since Carey became a bit part player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingswoodactor Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Just watched the interview and I like his chat already. Really like the look of this bloke, and I think he's the missing piece to our defensive jigsaw. Welcome to BCFC Adam & I can't wait to see you get stuck into those League 1 strikers. He's someone that you'd want in the trenches with you, and we've not had a player like that for ages. And as for those of you moaning about his age, it beggars belief. 29-33 for a CB at this level is what you want, experience and someone who'll drag us through the mud when the going get's tough. This guy will build your 5 pillars single handed & then ******* eat them for breakfast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldlandReddies Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 I see it as a great signing and no doubt many other teams would have been chasing him. Going forward and by that I mean after certain players have moved on/retired, we now have 4 quality CB's which will provide SC with the comfort of knowing that even with someone injured/suspended he can continue with his favoured 3-5-3 formation. I have no doubt that Abd has been brought here with a view to making him captain and to add another piece of the jigsaw in building a squad to push for promotion next season. I firmly believe by the end of this season he will be a real fans favourite and will viewed as a very astute signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 I see it as a great signing and no doubt many other teams would have been chasing him. Going forward and by that I mean after certain players have moved on/retired, we now have 4 quality CB's which will provide SC with the comfort of knowing that even with someone injured/suspended he can continue with his favoured 3-5-3 formation. I have no doubt that Abd has been brought here with a view to making him captain and to add another piece of the jigsaw in building a squad to push for promotion next season. I firmly believe by the end of this season he will be a real fans favourite and will viewed as a very astute signing. Love the sound of this 3-5-3 formation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cardy Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 You only have to take a look at the BHA forum to realise this is a top top signing for us at this level. We have needed a centre back like this for 20 years! A warrior and a leader - just what we need to get us out of this hole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Right Honourable Les Q Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Alright chaps. Brighton fan here. You have yourself a really great lad in AEA. You'll love him - a proper old fashioned centre half and the most improved player I have EVER seen at the Albion. His winding up of opposition forwards is legendary! No probs. Any questions just ask! If you are still with us (and this hasn't already been asked/answered) I have two questions: 1. Is this chap the one that left a steaming, fragrant 'Welcome to Brighton' pressie for Hollowhead in the away dressing room at your play-off game last May? Or, in other words, does this El Abd chap "give a sh1t"? (Cos we've had one or two that didn't, you see). And 2. What do you mean by "old fashioned" centre half?? (I think I know what you mean but.....) Thank you, in anticipation (if you're still with us...) (I'm not really here myself...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldlandReddies Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Love the sound of this 3-5-3 formation. Ha, ha. Slip of the finger. Who needs keepers eh ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamsheadslap Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Fantastic signing for you guys. A solid, loyal player who will give 100% every game. He never gives up and you will enjoy his battles with his opponents! My user name will give you a clue. Very subtle so watch out for it! A Brighton legend, he will be missed by Seagulls fans. I have no doubt he will become one of your most popular players in no time at all. I wish him all the best and will follow his progress with interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REBS14 Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Say hello to the new club captain, thats the impression im getting and from listening to his interview. Before anyone gets high and mighty, its just a feeling in me water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Right Honourable Les Q Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Yes but he also called us Bristol..... He'll never make it now! He hasn't persuaded L, Steve to change our name and drop the "City" has he? Perhaps it's an Egyptian thing?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfOfWestStreet Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 First player in YEARS you could call hard. Quality signing, three or 4 years late but well done SC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich_s Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Looks like Cotterill is trying to form a spine in the team. I expect a CM next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhafcTom Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 If you are still with us (and this hasn't already been asked/answered) I have two questions: 1. Is this chap the one that left a steaming, fragrant 'Welcome to Brighton' pressie for Hollowhead in the away dressing room at your play-off game last May? Or, in other words, does this El Abd chap "give a sh1t"? (Cos we've had one or two that didn't, you see). And 2. What do you mean by "old fashioned" centre half?? (I think I know what you mean but.....) Thank you, in anticipation (if you're still with us...) (I'm not really here myself...) I can answer that for you... 1) if a player did it then we can guess it was him. it hasn't actually been revealed publicly but the common thought is that Charlie oatway was the perpetrator. I would however not be surprised to find it was adam. 2) he is heavy in tackles and wont take any crap. hes always up for a scrap and plays his heart out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippy273 Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 He hasn't persuaded L, Steve to change our name and drop the "City" has he? Perhaps it's an Egyptian thing?? I hope so, as the forum suggests. OTIB! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldlandReddies Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 You only have to take a look at the BHA forum to realise this is a top top signing for us at this level. We have needed a centre back like this for 20 years! A warrior and a leader - just what we need to get us out of this hole. Think you might be forgetting a certain Shaun Taylor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carey 6 Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 A lot of premature comments here, seems a good signing on paper but to say it's brilliant already is exactly what the majority said about Fielding/most players we signed in the summer! Give it a few games before judging someone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 On the contary, SoD tried to get El Abd earlier in the season but it didn't go through and Dunk joined instead, so it would be faro to say that it is a Burt recommendation that Cotterill has accepted. Wasn't el adb offered to us instead of Dunk? Really doesn't strike me as a Burt signing. Maybe El Abd was on "the list" before Burt even got here - like Flint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex_BCFC Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 A lot of premature comments here, seems a good signing on paper but to say it's brilliant already is exactly what the majority said about Fielding/most players we signed in the summer! Give it a few games before judging someone! Yep could be the next Dave Partridge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamsheadslap Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 He will make a tremendous club captain. You've bought yourself a winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cider red Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 I'd imagine the Jones thing is Twitter bo**ocks! I guess he wants to play every week which when our squad is fully fit (not often these days) he won't. Another question, you guys are known for a passing game, is Adam a ball playing sort our get rid sort? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldlandReddies Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Another question, you guys are known for a passing game, is Adam a ball playing sort our get rid sort? The former. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WolfOfWestStreet Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Another question, you guys are known for a passing game, is Adam a ball playing sort our get rid sort? Brighton were no hoofball team so I'm guessing he can mix it up long or short. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Right Honourable Les Q Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 I can answer that for you... 1) if a player did it then we can guess it was him. it hasn't actually been revealed publicly but the common thought is that Charlie oatway was the perpetrator. I would however not be surprised to find it was adam. 2) he is heavy in tackles and wont take any crap. hes always up for a scrap and plays his heart out Thank you for that. So, "he won't take any crap," you say. But he could well be the one that had a "crap" in Ollie's dressing room. Thus, he can dish it out, but he won't take it. Jolly good. That's the stuff to give them. Squat like an Egyptian, as the Bangles once put it. It would be excellent to get confirmation (as to his being the "perpetrator" of said "crap") thus ensuring cult hero status amongst us before even marshalling the defence towards their first clean sheet under Cotts. Who will ask the question? Adam Baker, what you waiting for?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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