LondonBristolian Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 1 minute ago, Esmond Million's Bung said: Looks like a great signing to the squad and well done for the second season in bringing in one of the prems great young talents. OK LJ now just the little matter of the 2nd season of an unfit for purpose midfield, we need an organiser who knows what he is doing, Smith and Pack whinge and whine a lot during games but neither can organise, neither have discipline to hold their line, pick up runners or pass players on and neither create enough, our current midfield contributed a grand total of 7 assists last season boosted by Patterson's 4 and so far this season only Brownhill has an assist to his name, of course Matt Taylor had 5 assists last season in 15 games maybe LJ sees him other than a striker perhaps?. Even so still need an organiser urgently. I agree but also wonder if, played in the middle and given the responsibility, Brownhill might be that player. He is still young of course but I think he has the potential to become the type of midfielder we are crying out for. Of course the question is whether he can do so yet but it may be trying him is the best way to find out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southvillekiddy Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 How big is this new bloke. Can he defend? Would be a great signing if he can do that as well as attack and good to see Tiny P doing us a favour. Plus it gives the opportunity for Brownhill to be in the middle. Like the way he comes forward with an eye for goal. Maybe now we'll get more goals from midfield. Brilliant. Just checked on the WBA website and Leko is 6 foot 1 Links with DR Congo ring any bells for the people on here? Looks like as well as being big, fast and skilful he's also got something about him like another Mr. L ................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 12 minutes ago, jayjay said: If we require width why did Johnson narrow the pitch? As I understand, it cannot now be altered. By 1 yard either side....still got one of the widest pitches in the division (I believe). 5 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: Listening to others - sounds an exciting signing Slurprised , considering how we play cards close to our chest that LJ tells fans about this in Park Street !!! No harm done this time around thankfully Welcome Jonathan - RIP IT UP Must've been in the bag, probably dependent on the Burke deal which concluded last week. You heard it here first....also a softener for Flint going to WBA. (Total guesswork) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milan djurichimovic Posted August 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 2 minutes ago, tinman85 said: Hold my hands up. Apologies to the original poster. No worries i know probably over 70% of the names that get put on the transfer forum are just 12 years olds making things up on fake twitter accounts and things so it's not a surprise that some people arnt going to believe me because if you believe everything you read on the transfer senction we would have champions league competative squad, just glad In a way that LJ Was being honist with fans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Great addition. I just hope this doesn't leave us too open down the flanks what with Eliasson now at our disposal! Certainly a headache for LJ to deal with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 16 minutes ago, jayjay said: If we require width why did Johnson narrow the pitch? As I understand, it cannot now be altered. To play a higher pressing game. The pitch is slightly narrowER. Not narrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 2 minutes ago, Lew-T said: Great addition. I just hope this doesn't leave us too open down the flanks what with Eliasson now at our disposal! Certainly a headache for LJ to deal with. Not really, just gives us depth. Our squad has been bereft of genuine width and pace for a while. We've got loads of defensive minded midfielders anyway so it should balance out. I expect Leko will start; doubt West Brom sent him here to be a sub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmond Million's Bung Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 5 minutes ago, LondonBristolian said: I agree but also wonder if, played in the middle and given the responsibility, Brownhill might be that player. He is still young of course but I think he has the potential to become the type of midfielder we are crying out for. Of course the question is whether he can do so yet but it may be trying him is the best way to find out... Out of all of our central midfield options Brownhill although probably is the most talented IMO is also the most ill disciplined in terms of positioning etc., he tries to be to clever at the wrong times for me, him and a proper midfield organiser who can make sure that our midfield keep it's shape at all times and directs and bullies his fellow midfielders is totally what we need IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRERE Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Great signing. Hopefully he plays on the right instead of Brownhill as he doesn't look natural there. Would like to see Brownhill and Pack in the middle with Leko on the right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Nogbad the Bad Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 14 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: Listening to others - sounds an exciting signing Slurprised , considering how we play cards close to our chest that LJ tells fans about this in Park Street !!! No harm done this time around thankfully Welcome Jonathan - RIP IT UP Mouth watering signing, eh Bob? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZiderEyed Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 6 foot then. If he can jump we might have a bit of a threat on our hands. Bobby in behind, someone big on the flanks to win flick ons. Exciting signing this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoldenBall Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Slightly surprised Pulis let him go to us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 7 minutes ago, Phileas Fogg said: Not really, just gives us depth. Our squad has been bereft of genuine width and pace for a while. We've got loads of defensive minded midfielders anyway so it should balance out. I expect Leko will start; doubt West Brom sent him here to be a sub. Absolutely, we have a lot depth in wide areas. Just a worry we don't leave Bryan and Pisano isolated when on the back foot. Just being cautious here on my part! Exciting signing nonetheless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRoss Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 1 minute ago, Raging_Robin said: This is awkward. Not really bud. It was my opinion and I got it wrong. I mentioned no disrespect to the OP for sharing but I really did think that LJ wouldn't blab about transfers for this exact reason ie. sharing on forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 3 minutes ago, RedRoss said: Not really bud. It was my opinion and I got it wrong. I mentioned no disrespect to the OP for sharing but I really did think that LJ wouldn't blab about transfers for this exact reason ie. sharing on forums I doubt LJ was bothered. If someone put it on a forum, it would just be doubted and rubbished. Hypothetically, of course..! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 3 minutes ago, RedRoss said: Not really bud. It was my opinion and I got it wrong. I mentioned no disrespect to the OP for sharing but I really did think that LJ wouldn't blab about transfers for this exact reason ie. sharing on forums Must've been in the bag for him to be candid about it. Probably dependant on Burke's move there (which is a surprising transfer in itself - was great to see him doing well in Germany) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBCFC Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 22 minutes ago, LondonBristolian said: Probably because we defend narrowly and struggle when our opponents get into wide positions... So what we really need is a trapezoid pitch, narrower at the end we're defending. Then at halftime get the groundsman to paint the lines the other way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swanker Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 About time, a winger who'll give his marker the runaround. O'Dowda take note! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 18 minutes ago, Davefevs said: By 1 yard either side....still got one of the widest pitches in the division (I believe). Must've been in the bag, probably dependent on the Burke deal which concluded last week. You heard it here first....also a softener for Flint going to WBA. (Total guesswork) Replacement for Evans? Actually there seems to be no evidence of any Prem interest, or any real interest other than Brum. Aden might want to look for a new agent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brizzlelou Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 2 minutes ago, Raging_Robin said: Where does this leave Eliasson? is Eliasson left sided? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoldenBall Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Surely O'Dowda is now even lower down the pecking order.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LondonBristolian Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 18 minutes ago, Esmond Million's Bung said: Out of all of our central midfield options Brownhill although probably is the most talented IMO is also the most ill disciplined in terms of positioning etc., he tries to be to clever at the wrong times for me, him and a proper midfield organiser who can make sure that our midfield keep it's shape at all times and directs and bullies his fellow midfielders is totally what we need IMO. Fair point. Unfortunately, because of the number of central midfielders we already have, I cannot see that player coming in unless we move O'Neill or Smith on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishpondsred Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Great signing. My sons persuaded me to go to with them to the Rovers West Brom pre-season friendly (supporting West Brom!), Leko came on as a sub and Rovers defence got nowhere near him - looked fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brizzlelou Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 chuffed with this signing! Kudos to LJ and speaking honestly to fans. Really buzzing by this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmond Million's Bung Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 3 minutes ago, Raging_Robin said: Where does this leave Eliasson? On the same bus as our 2 Scandinavian's, I mean how many more chances do these 3 guys actually need???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 7 minutes ago, Phileas Fogg said: Must've been in the bag for him to be candid about it. Probably dependant on Burke's move there (which is a surprising transfer in itself - was great to see him doing well in Germany) LJ did say a signing might depend on other things happening so no doubt you're right. Burke wasn't getting games latterly at RB so it was time to move on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swanker Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 A sell out reading now!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearded_red Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 Named him as a possible loan signing when we were talking at the end of last season about clubs possibly being interested in sending their young players here after Tammy's success. Could go either way of course, but in my opinion an exciting signing and adds some much needed pace into our squad in forward areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted August 28, 2017 Report Share Posted August 28, 2017 12 minutes ago, chinapig said: LJ did say a signing might depend on other things happening so no doubt you're right. Burke wasn't getting games latterly at RB so it was time to move on. Burke is definitely a talent - they were saying he didn't suit Lepzigs High Press style and was mainly on bench Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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