Show Me The Money! Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 Do people think, like myself, that with the head coach now finally being appointed, although not entirely popular, that we now really need to see the first pre-season signing? Maybe even next seasons kit if it’s not too much bother. (Maybe MA is giving it a vigorous wash first) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 Worth noting just how quiet the market has been at Championship level to date- maybe clubs are waiting on something- I know Covid but even so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 20 minutes ago, Show Me The Money! said: Do people think, like myself, that with the head coach now finally being appointed, although not entirely popular, that we now really need to see the first pre-season signing? Maybe even next seasons kit if it’s not too much bother. (Maybe MA is giving it a vigorous wash first) After a few weeks of bad PR, the club could completely change the mood with a popular signing. That could be a highly rated Premier League youngster on loan, an experienced midfield general, or a proven attacking talent. A good news story would really help right now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red DNA Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 32 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: Worth noting just how quiet the market has been at Championship level to date- maybe clubs are waiting on something- I know Covid but even so. I suspect everyone is waiting for everyone else to make a start on transfers either in or out to see where the bench mark is going to be them both. The relegated teams with the parachute payments should be made to cough up first as they’ve probably got the most dosh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 5 minutes ago, Red DNA said: I suspect everyone is waiting for everyone else to make a start on transfers either in or out to see where the bench mark is going to be them both. The relegated teams with the parachute payments should be made to cough up first as they’ve probably got the most dosh? Good point. Bournemouth's accounts look quite ropey but who knows- I do know though that they lost £30m in PL 2018/19 when things were normal and with TV being such a big part of their income hmm, Watford don't even appear to have a manager- Norwich seem best placed to spend some, not least as they came down in a good financial place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 8 minutes ago, mozo said: After a few weeks of bad PR, the club could completely change the mood with a popular signing. That could be a highly rated Premier League youngster on loan, an experienced midfield general, or a proven attacking talent. A good news story would really help right now! Man up..! And anyway, I don't think that those who's can't see fit to give Holden and his new assistants a chance, are going to change their mind due to a new signing. They'll probably just write them off before a ball is kicked as well. FWIW, I can see no/very few signings being made in this climate and just hope we at least keep hold of those that we want to keep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 3 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: Good point. Bournemouth's accounts look quite ropey but who knows, Watford don't even appear to have a manager- Norwich seem best placed to spend some, not least as they came down in a good financial place. Didn't Bournemouth just sell someone to Man City for 40 odd million, on top of their parachute payments..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 3 minutes ago, Bar BS3 said: Didn't Bournemouth just sell someone to Man City for 40 odd million, on top of their parachute payments..? Lost £30m in PL 2018/19 season and TV revenue is about 90% of their income I think- that's a major fall- have to be mindful of FFP. Their max 3 year loss is £83m to summer 2021. Maybe that's why Howe left? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 5 minutes ago, Bar BS3 said: Man up..! And anyway, I don't think that those who's can't see fit to give Holden and his new assistants a chance, are going to change their mind due to a new signing. They'll probably just write them off before a ball is kicked as well. FWIW, I can see no/very few signings being made in this climate and just hope we at least keep hold of those that we want to keep. Well let's think about this logically... Are the fans underwhelmed with rookie Holden? Yes. Would they have been buzzing about proven Hughton? Yes. So would an exciting signing impress the fans and lift the mood? Not a tricky question. You're right about the transfer climate though. It's gonna be quiet. But if we flog Diedhiou and Elliasson we might have a few mill to chuck at one good signing and one exciting loan. Just now, JonDolman said: I think most of the business will be quite late Just for a change!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 45 minutes ago, JonDolman said: I think most of the business will be quite late If at all given the finances of most clubs. Even loans will be at a minimum I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 Some top Prem teams are still finishing the season. The dominoes haven’t been set up in many cases!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 1 hour ago, Show Me The Money! said: Do people think, like myself, that with the head coach now finally being appointed, although not entirely popular, that we now really need to see the first pre-season signing? Maybe even next seasons kit if it’s not too much bother. (Maybe MA is giving it a vigorous wash first) I'm sure they do. And I'm sure people would like to see a signing. Or the kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobintheRed Red Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 59 minutes ago, JonDolman said: I think most of the business will be quite late Loand id imagine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvio Dante Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 Prediction: The first “announced” pre season signing will be the re-signing of Ashley Williams. And this place will go mental. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 Should also add, window ends in early October I think- and domestically a bit beyond that- so in a way it's nothing huge to worry about...yet. Not having any kind of manager or getting ahead of the game for 5 weeks though, behind the 8-ball sure didn't help however! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 37 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: Should also add, window ends in early October I think- and domestically a bit beyond that- so in a way it's nothing huge to worry about...yet. Not having any kind of manager or getting ahead of the game for 5 weeks though, behind the 8-ball sure didn't help however! Nobody has really moved in the market yet anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Skin Posted August 12, 2020 Report Share Posted August 12, 2020 4 hours ago, bcfc01 said: I'm sure they do. And I'm sure people would like to see a signing. Or the kit. Better still, a new signing in the new kit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Wilson Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 I can see it now, Jackson Irvine in on a free with that new kit on display. One can hope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Dread Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 I'm surprised we're not raiding the Wigan fire sale. Kieffer Moore gone to Cardiff for £1.8M. Moore, a target man who stands at 6ft 5in, scored 10 goals for Wigan Being a Welsh international it was always likely he'd end up there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oh Louie louie Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 Id sign that barry bannan from wednesday. Does the simple things well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordy62 Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 I think it’s symptomatic of the last few weeks that the best deal I’m hoping for is a Liam Walsh 3 year contract extension. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hampshire reds Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 it will be intersting to see what quality of player Dean will be able to attract. Barry Bannan would be great. he wont be cheap. not sure how much dean will have to spend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolmoose Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 12 hours ago, Bar BS3 said: Man up..! And anyway, I don't think that those who's can't see fit to give Holden and his new assistants a chance, are going to change their mind due to a new signing. They'll probably just write them off before a ball is kicked as well. FWIW, I can see no/very few signings being made in this climate and just hope we at least keep hold of those that we want to keep. He could sign Lionel Messi and some would complain, pointing out that he has no Championship experience, too old, Stoke, rainy Tuesday night etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S25loyal Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 @Bar BS3 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-48743113 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semblar Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 In an attempt to be positive (hard I know!), will the two assistant head coaches give us a better chance to attract the best available PL youngsters? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 13 minutes ago, S25loyal said: @Bar BS3 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-48743113 If the term "man up" offends you, then I sincerely feel that the problem lies with you, and not me. I therefore offer absolutely no apology, or amendment to my post and really do pity you..! Have a nice day. If you can..! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 12 hours ago, mozo said: After a few weeks of bad PR, the club could completely change the mood with a popular signing. That could be a highly rated Premier League youngster on loan, an experienced midfield general, or a proven attacking talent. A good news story would really help right now! It certainly would but Ashton isn’t remotely interested in us fans - we’re a revenue source to him and nothing more. I doubt the clubs PR skills will improve whilst he’s CEO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UREDS_91 Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 55 minutes ago, Oh Louie louie said: Id sign that barry bannan from wednesday. Does the simple things well. Nah we have Pato in that role now.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dolman Pragmatist Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 I’m not expecting many signings. Time to put our money on the young players, so Taylor Moore, Walsh, Morrell, Semenyo to play significant parts. I’d have Benkovic back like a shot, but the club will do well to unearth a playmaker, and a big centre forward to replace Fam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Oh Louie louie said: Id sign that barry bannan from wednesday. Does the simple things well. Bannan is very creative and can and frequently does boss the midfield. He must be in early 30s by now so very experienced and I agree he’d be an asset to City but so he would be to the majority of Championship teams and if he ever became available there’d be plenty of club after his signature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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