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Quote from: Campsall rover on April 15, 2023, 08:36:35 amI still believe we have the nucleus of a decent squad.We just need probably 4 players with physical attributes in key positions. The 2 most glaring ones are centre midfield and up front.The fact is DS has got the current squad underperforming big time.We have seen glimpses of what they are capable of.No one is going to tell me that an experienced manager would not have got far more from this current squad. We have some very decent players but yes we have some missing ingredients that could turn us a top 3 team. That’s obvious. My worry is this Coach is not the answer whoever we sign. If he is staying then I seriously hope he proves me very wrong. My prediction is we will be looking for a new manager come late October. The sensible thing is to do it now. If we lose or even fail to win any of the last 5 games how does that make keeping DS’s in this job credible?I've said previously you should be all over James Norwood this summer Campsall .His one year deal with ourselves ends on June 30th and should we go up I can't see another deal getting offered .I wouldn't mind giving him another 12 month deal should we remain in league one but possibly Norwood may seek a longer deal elsewhere which is where Rovers could nip in .I like Norwood he's done a tremendous job this season but I reckon my club will try and sign Max Watters permanently in the summer who is as you know is a younger player with potential to improve and a saleable asset should he develop further .Norwood would be a tremendous asset for Rovers in my opinion , vastly experienced , round the block striker who'd be a real leader up top , he still gets his fair share of goals too .
I still believe we have the nucleus of a decent squad.We just need probably 4 players with physical attributes in key positions. The 2 most glaring ones are centre midfield and up front.The fact is DS has got the current squad underperforming big time.We have seen glimpses of what they are capable of.No one is going to tell me that an experienced manager would not have got far more from this current squad. We have some very decent players but yes we have some missing ingredients that could turn us a top 3 team. That’s obvious. My worry is this Coach is not the answer whoever we sign. If he is staying then I seriously hope he proves me very wrong. My prediction is we will be looking for a new manager come late October. The sensible thing is to do it now. If we lose or even fail to win any of the last 5 games how does that make keeping DS’s in this job credible?
So this budget injection was all smoke and mirrors as we thought…
We signed Paul Heffernan in the summer of 2005, at the end of our first season back in League One.His first season with us was 2005/2006 in League One. 26 league appearances, 7 league goals.
Norwood would be a tremendous asset for Rovers in my opinion , vastly experienced , round the block striker who'd be a real leader up top , he still gets his fair share of goals too .
Piergianni, Sweeney, Clarke and Roberts for Stevenage tonight all signed as free agents in the summer. All look making our lot look like boys and all were well within Rovers’ wage budget. We need to get real in the summer. The penny must be dropping for Copps and Schofield watching this.
Quote from: Barmby Rover on April 14, 2023, 11:32:04 pmI seem to remember the last time we were in this division that a six figure fee was paid for Paul Heffernan, terrible, we can't spend money on transfer fees = we are not going to get anybody who will make a significant difference to the squad. That goes with the "can't be bothered with football " attitude from our owner. That’s just nonsense though isn’t it Wellens, Gareth roberts, Marquis, oster, Rob jones, Blair, May, Joe wright, friend, paynter, brown, cotterill, Rowe, Anderson, butler, sadlier, All signed on free’s I don’t understand why people think players who have let their contract run down can’t be good players
I seem to remember the last time we were in this division that a six figure fee was paid for Paul Heffernan, terrible, we can't spend money on transfer fees = we are not going to get anybody who will make a significant difference to the squad. That goes with the "can't be bothered with football " attitude from our owner.
Quote from: dickos1 on April 15, 2023, 10:21:16 amQuote from: Barmby Rover on April 14, 2023, 11:32:04 pmI seem to remember the last time we were in this division that a six figure fee was paid for Paul Heffernan, terrible, we can't spend money on transfer fees = we are not going to get anybody who will make a significant difference to the squad. That goes with the "can't be bothered with football " attitude from our owner. That’s just nonsense though isn’t it Wellens, Gareth roberts, Marquis, oster, Rob jones, Blair, May, Joe wright, friend, paynter, brown, cotterill, Rowe, Anderson, butler, sadlier, All signed on free’s I don’t understand why people think players who have let their contract run down can’t be good players However is limiting your pool of players you can get to add to the squad the best option? If there's a player with the perfect profile for us but he's contracted at another club, do we have to go for one further down the list instead just because they're free?
Quote from: Barmby Rover on April 14, 2023, 11:32:04 pmI seem to remember the last time we were in this division that a six figure fee was paid for Paul Heffernan, terrible, we can't spend money on transfer fees = we are not going to get anybody who will make a significant difference to the squad. That goes with the "can't be bothered with football " attitude from our owner. That’s just nonsense though isn’t it Wellens, Gareth roberts, Marquis, oster, Rob jones, Blair, May, Joe wright, friend, paynter, brown, cotterill, Rowe, Anderson, butler, sadlier, All signed on free’s I don’t understand why people think players who have let their contract run down can’t be good players
I seem to remember the last time we were in this division that a six figure fee was paid for Paul Heffernan, terrible, we can't spend money on transfer fees = we are not going to get anybody who will make a significant difference to the squad. That goes with the "can't be bothered with football " attitude from our owner.
Who buys players in the modern day? Barely anybody.
Quote from: big fat yorkshire pudding on April 14, 2023, 02:21:27 pmWho buys players in the modern day? Barely anybody.Stockport with Kyle KnoyleUs with Ben Whiteman, James Coppinger, Michael Mcindoe, Gregg Blundell, Richie Wellens, Brian Stock, Paul Heffernan, James Hayter, Jimmy O Connor, Billy Sharp to name but a few
Yes we do.Schofield has recognised that we need more physicality and will likely get that in.But if you add that to the currently contracted players, they still will not be able to deliver the style that he is asking for to promotion standard.That’s because players who are technically and physically excellent are going to be very very hard to come by. But players like Steve Evans signed are not. Even top quality loanees like Ben Nelson have struggled in this division.We are trying run before we can walk, and the club is like someone who needs a double hip and knee replacement.Yes people point towards Leyton Orient’s style but Wellens has kept it simple there. 4-3-3 and a strong defence and midfield. Players who understand what they are being asked to do. If you slotted Luke Molyneux in to their attack I’m sure he’d be good enough. How many times was the man on the ball asking for options last night?We have only played well against Carlisle and Grimsby. If we approach players from fellow league 2 clubs, I doubt they are going to be very impressed unless the manager is changed. We have turned in to a laughing stock.But if the manager is someone with promotions on their CV, that will attract players. New players want to feel like they can buy in to something.Rumour is that Schofield is in contract talks with 2 players he has identified. The club knows it’s budget and will be able to move early. If it isn’t this morning that he goes then thats that, they have left it too late. We will just have to see who they recruit and hope that whoever likely comes in in October has enough suitable players are their disposal for a cohesive team and playing style.Maybe the managerial merry-go-round will present a suitable manager in October, maybe not. That is another risk from leaving it too long. Grant McCann / Darrell Clarke / David Artell are available now.
Quote from: ncRover on April 19, 2023, 05:53:18 amYes we do.Schofield has recognised that we need more physicality and will likely get that in.But if you add that to the currently contracted players, they still will not be able to deliver the style that he is asking for to promotion standard.That’s because players who are technically and physically excellent are going to be very very hard to come by. But players like Steve Evans signed are not. Even top quality loanees like Ben Nelson have struggled in this division.We are trying run before we can walk, and the club is like someone who needs a double hip and knee replacement.Yes people point towards Leyton Orient’s style but Wellens has kept it simple there. 4-3-3 and a strong defence and midfield. Players who understand what they are being asked to do. If you slotted Luke Molyneux in to their attack I’m sure he’d be good enough. How many times was the man on the ball asking for options last night?We have only played well against Carlisle and Grimsby. If we approach players from fellow league 2 clubs, I doubt they are going to be very impressed unless the manager is changed. We have turned in to a laughing stock.But if the manager is someone with promotions on their CV, that will attract players. New players want to feel like they can buy in to something.Rumour is that Schofield is in contract talks with 2 players he has identified. The club knows it’s budget and will be able to move early. If it isn’t this morning that he goes then thats that, they have left it too late. We will just have to see who they recruit and hope that whoever likely comes in in October has enough suitable players are their disposal for a cohesive team and playing style.Maybe the managerial merry-go-round will present a suitable manager in October, maybe not. That is another risk from leaving it too long. Grant McCann / Darrell Clarke / David Artell are available now.Has it taken 30 games for Schofield to recognise that we need more physicality in the team, really?And why hasn’t someone with the vast football knowledge explained that to him, someone like Copps for example.
Quote from: drfchound on April 21, 2023, 11:25:12 amQuote from: ncRover on April 19, 2023, 05:53:18 amYes we do.Schofield has recognised that we need more physicality and will likely get that in.But if you add that to the currently contracted players, they still will not be able to deliver the style that he is asking for to promotion standard.That’s because players who are technically and physically excellent are going to be very very hard to come by. But players like Steve Evans signed are not. Even top quality loanees like Ben Nelson have struggled in this division.We are trying run before we can walk, and the club is like someone who needs a double hip and knee replacement.Yes people point towards Leyton Orient’s style but Wellens has kept it simple there. 4-3-3 and a strong defence and midfield. Players who understand what they are being asked to do. If you slotted Luke Molyneux in to their attack I’m sure he’d be good enough. How many times was the man on the ball asking for options last night?We have only played well against Carlisle and Grimsby. If we approach players from fellow league 2 clubs, I doubt they are going to be very impressed unless the manager is changed. We have turned in to a laughing stock.But if the manager is someone with promotions on their CV, that will attract players. New players want to feel like they can buy in to something.Rumour is that Schofield is in contract talks with 2 players he has identified. The club knows it’s budget and will be able to move early. If it isn’t this morning that he goes then thats that, they have left it too late. We will just have to see who they recruit and hope that whoever likely comes in in October has enough suitable players are their disposal for a cohesive team and playing style.Maybe the managerial merry-go-round will present a suitable manager in October, maybe not. That is another risk from leaving it too long. Grant McCann / Darrell Clarke / David Artell are available now.Has it taken 30 games for Schofield to recognise that we need more physicality in the team, really?And why hasn’t someone with the vast football knowledge explained that to him, someone like Copps for example.As much as I loathe evans. He does have an eye for a player. The lad Piergianni I’ve seen play many times in a Boston shirt. He is a proper up and at em player in the ilk of Rob Jones. Many times I’ve seen him play with a bandage wrapped around his head just getting on with the job at hand. A real no nonsense player. Just the sort you need in lge two to win those aerial battles at the back. He can score goals too.
Quote from: donnybez on April 20, 2023, 05:52:56 pmQuote from: big fat yorkshire pudding on April 14, 2023, 02:21:27 pmWho buys players in the modern day? Barely anybody.Stockport with Kyle KnoyleUs with Ben Whiteman, James Coppinger, Michael Mcindoe, Gregg Blundell, Richie Wellens, Brian Stock, Paul Heffernan, James Hayter, Jimmy O Connor, Billy Sharp to name but a fewModern day. Gregg blundell was 20 years ago.The list of good frees is far far greater, you've even named on there.
You’ve mentioned him before NR but Josh Umerah from Hartlepool has the technical and physical attributes to play as a lone striker or in a 2 IMO. Pulled off that lovely assist against us in the home game.Out of contract in June and they’re off down.
DonnyJim must be the happiest man alive!
I wonder just how far our real fans would want the club to go.I don’t have any Sheff U mates but do have ex colleagues fans of Ipswich the other Brentford .It is very hard to get to watch Brentford these days says my colleague who has supported them for ocver 40 years from Overseas .The Ipswich guy on the verge of Premiership lives in Quebec but feels he has to buy a season ticket to have any chance of seeimg them next season .Most Premiership clubs are so far removed from their local communities thst they become remote .I wouldn’t ever want to lose Rovers community , family atmosphere .