chipdawg Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 1 hour ago, Merrick's Marvels said: That may well be the case Chip but it doesn't affect the comparison of their strengths and weaknesses does it? Nope, but that comes down to opinion. I personally think they offer very similar skill sets, with Baker being better on the ball and better when being attacked on the ground. Baker seemed popular when here so should fit in. Remember; when Baker was here he played with Flint who would have continued to play the '1st ball winning' role that Naker is probably best suited to. I would have preferred to see someone with a bit more 'ability' come in, but I'd also prefer to drive a Ferrari instead of a Skoda. Sometimes you have to take the best you can get Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 31 minutes ago, Marina's Rolls Royce said: I remember Baker and Flint on the verge of a really strong and impressive partnership last time around. But doesn't Nathan Baker have some sort of persistent back problem? He had his moments in a pretty poor season and when he played well- he was class but seemingly let down by a certain lack of enthusiasm/disconnect combined with the fact that he looked like he could get sent off at any moment in an El Abd type way. Was it Baker who was sent off and a number of posters on here felt it was deliberate cos he didn't want to play? Or was that just Thatch? All valid concerns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 So nice when threads can be moved over from the transfer rumour thread. I must say I wasn't aware of this until a couple of hours ago so quite a surprise all done so fast. Still worried for Flint though but realise it's probably happening. Welcome back Nathan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Distortia Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Welcome back big man! Pleased to have him here. A very good Championship defender. Exactly the type/standard/experience of player we should be targeting if we want to eventually make it to the Premier League. Great age, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZiderEyed Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 What a singing! Imagine a Flint - Baker pairing! I realise that this is probably as good an indicator we'll get that Aden is off, but corrrrrrrr. Villa fans seem to reckon he's "the best defender in the league". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hinsleburg Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Villa fans aren't happy at all, look st the replies to the announcement on their twitter page! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Just now, ZiderEyed said: What a singing! Imagine a Flint - Baker pairing! I realise that this is probably as good an indicator we'll get that Aden is off, but corrrrrrrr. Villa fans seem to reckon he's "the best defender in the league". We've seen it before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeh Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 7 minutes ago, robin_unreliant said: Does anyone else feel annoyed about what this would mean for Magnússon's chances? I was hoping he would get back in the side but seems unlikely if we sign Baker. maggers at left back with bryan infront of him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZiderEyed Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Just now, Super said: We've seen it before. Good point well made, you know how to burst a bubble don't you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol_South_End Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 5 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: Just looked at O'Neil's twitter feed, that tweet isn't on it. Has he deleted it? Was it ever posted? And what does 'Failed to load Tweet' at the bottom mean? Yes he deleted it. It had loaded on my feed but when I went to re-open it it said 'Failed to load tweet' as O'Neil had deleted it by then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie BCFC Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Nice to see him back only negative really is Flint is pretty much gone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 8 minutes ago, robin_unreliant said: Does anyone else feel annoyed about what this would mean for Magnússon's chances? I was hoping he would get back in the side but seems unlikely if we sign Baker. Not really. Based on what I've seen Baker is a better player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flagon Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Really pleased with this signing. Thought he was great when we had him loan and really wanted him to sign after that season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Big credit due to the club here. This is a big signing. Very experienced, good age, bit of a coup to get him permanently all things considered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarmyArmy Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Delighted with this signing. If he's a Flint replacement he's probably the best we could have got, but if he's to be paired with Flint we are going to have one of the best central defensive partnerships in the league. Well done to LJ/SL/the rest of the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bard Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 3 hours ago, Saunders87 said: I know he said he won't play 3 at the back but we now the players to play 3 at the back. Ripley . Wright Flint Baker Pisano. Bryan Smith Brownhill O'Dowda Patterson Diedhiou looks good on paper No it doesn't. Bryan and Baker down the left in that formation the season before last was disastrous. Both got pulled out of position too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 18 minutes ago, Raging_Robin said: If you knew who I was, then you'd know why I find it cringe worthy. We will leave it there. Cringe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashtonwurzel Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 10 minutes ago, Monkeh said: maggers at left back with bryan infront of him? Mags will play on the left in a back 3 when we play that formation. Will not be first choice in a back 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 What do we reckon the fee was? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selred Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Just now, Super said: What do we reckon the fee was? £3 mil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben91tucker Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Mirror saying fee of 4 million! Seems steep that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordofthebling Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 It's good to read all the positive reactions to this. My memories are that he didn't seem that interested when here on loan - hopefully we have signed a hungry Nathan Baker who needs to realise his obvious potential... backward steps by 26, he needs to kick on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolcitysweden Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 A step up compared to Flint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Padlad Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Villa fans not happy about this one, seem to think the fee may be less than 3 million Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Brent Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 I think we've signed him now so we're not left in a difficult position if Flint were to leave late in the window. (We were fortunate Tammy had the impact he did with Kodjia leaving late on) If Flint stays then great. If he goes then we're still quite comfortable in that area with no need to panic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Have seen £1.3m mentioned but very much doubt it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 18 minutes ago, Flint says No said: Nice to see him back only negative really is Flint is pretty much gone The way I see it, that's the case whether Baker is here or not so doesn't take the gloss off of a very good signing for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Happy with this. If, as now looks more likely, Flint did leave, then we needed a solid, experienced Championship-quality centre half to try and replace him, despite the suggestions from some that what we already had was adequate. Baker fits the bill perfectly, plus he already knows the club which is an added bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 31 minutes ago, Raging_Robin said: If you knew who I was, then you'd know why I find it cringe worthy. We will leave it there. Welcome back, Bakesy. Hmmmmmm, just in time for Upfest. You're NOT are you? Are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted July 28, 2017 Report Share Posted July 28, 2017 Really good signing. Over 30 games in the championship for villa last season. Villa's loss is definitely our gain . IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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