Kinnibari Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 17 minutes ago, Deeming said: He will be gone. If his family is up north and we are paying less no reason for him to stay. Agree, would love to keep him but can't see it, even with our good facilities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Edmonds Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Wish he'd stay here even if he's on less $. If JVS is here though... surely he could work wonders? Allowing him to play up top when he wants? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 2 minutes ago, Andrew Edmonds said: Wish he'd stay here even if he's on less $. If JVS is here though... surely he could work wonders? Allowing him to play up top when he wants? JVS isn't interested in Wilkinson, He isn't young He isn't injured He can't be converted into a full-back or a winger 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 31 minutes ago, Deeming said: He will be gone. If his family is up north and we are paying less no reason for him to stay. Presumably why we are rumoured to be looking at Dylan McGowan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 Does the loyalty rule apply to Wilko for the years he was playing ta CCM? Isnt it something like 200k of a players wage is exempt from the cap if they've played at a club for 5 years? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisphantomfortress Posted April 11, 2016 Report Share Posted April 11, 2016 9 hours ago, n i k o said: Does the loyalty rule apply to Wilko for the years he was playing ta CCM? Isnt it something like 200k of a players wage is exempt from the cap if they've played at a club for 5 years? Surely it would be consecutive 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Loyalty rule is consecutive but is calculated on a sliding scale for 5-10 years. So 10 years would be 200k I believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japiedog Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 I wouldn't think 300k is exorbitant for a quality defender , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jozzy Posted April 22, 2016 Report Share Posted April 22, 2016 Sadly I think it's fair to believe last night will be the last time we'll see Alex in a City top. Rightfully so everyone's talking about Mooy moving on but Wilkinson will be a huge loss, it'd kill me to see him go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raw10 Posted April 22, 2016 Report Share Posted April 22, 2016 He is gone.. his heart is in Sydney.. close to family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted April 22, 2016 Report Share Posted April 22, 2016 Our unsung hero for the second half of the season. Wish he could stay but l believe he is gone as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombegongal Posted April 23, 2016 Report Share Posted April 23, 2016 Yeah was the reason we kept a few clean sheets. Just went about his job quietly and got little credit on here compared to everyone's favorite ball playing center back and the 'best' dm in the league..... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruckoo Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/football/sydney-fc-signs-socceroos-defender-alex-wilkinson-on-twoyear-contract/news-story/b140b168f536b1b72098aad534400352 SYDNEY FC has begun the rebuilding process by signing Socceroos defender Alex Wilkinson from Melbourne City on a two-year contract. The 31-year-old, who was born in Sydney, will link up with his Sky Blues teammates shortly and will be available to play in the Asian Champions League should Sydney reach the quarter-finals of the competition. Wilkinson joined City from Korean club Jeonbuk Motors in February and went on to make 10 appearances for the club, but he is looking forward to representing his home club. Alex Wilkinson will join Sydney FC on a two-year deal. “It feels great to be coming back to Sydney and playing for the club that represents my home city,” he said. “Sydney FC is a huge club and I have no doubt we will be challenging for the title next season. There are a core group of very good players at the club and next season I believe we will be more than capable of winning silverware. “It’s going to be a great challenge for me and I can’t wait to link up with the squad.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raw10 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 Gone as suspected.. http://www.melbournecityfc.com.au/article/alex-wilkinson-departs-to-pursue-a-league-opportunity/125fg90cr65mi1b8805im979sj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raw10 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 I knew it.. his heart has always been with Shitney.. all the best then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrillhouse Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 lol "core group of very good players" who are these players and where have they been? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 We're trying to get Dylan McGowan from Adelaide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 No doubt he's a major loss... However, he can fuck right off and take 5 more with him if he and they don't want to play for the club. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 1 minute ago, Deviant said: No doubt he's a major loss... However, he can fuck right off and take 5 more with him if he and they don't want to play for the club. In fairness he wanted to sign for us for two seasons, but it was City who insisted on the shorter term. I can't turn up the actual article, but I distinctly remember that's what he said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 2 minutes ago, jw1739 said: In fairness he wanted to sign for us for two seasons, but it was City who insisted on the shorter term. I can't turn up the actual article, but I distinctly remember that's what he said. To Give a chance for a new manager to make some signings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 2 minutes ago, jw1739 said: In fairness he wanted to sign for us for two seasons, but it was City who insisted on the shorter term. I can't turn up the actual article, but I distinctly remember that's what he said. Could have negotiated a clause for extension to his contract at .5 and .75 of the season. Instead he went to the dark side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 Pathetic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeming Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 5 minutes ago, jw1739 said: In fairness he wanted to sign for us for two seasons, but it was City who insisted on the shorter term. I can't turn up the actual article, but I distinctly remember that's what he said. His family's in Sydney you can't expect him to relocate them for a year's contract. A big loss but expected. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiji19 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 19 minutes ago, jw1739 said: We're trying to get Dylan McGowan from Adelaide. Hasnt he also signed for Sydney as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques Le Cube Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 23 minutes ago, jw1739 said: In fairness he wanted to sign for us for two seasons, but it was City who insisted on the shorter term. I can't turn up the actual article, but I distinctly remember that's what he said. City have no problem giving multi-year deals to Malik and Muscat but not a current Socceroo. #Petrillo Oh well, it was nice being a 'destination club' for 18 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayv36 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 He must like wearing sky blue 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jozzy Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 Was always going to happen but I'm still absolutely shattered, we're going to find it so hard to find a replacement of such quality. I wouldn't of been as mad if he went go CCM. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heart_fan10 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 27 minutes ago, fiji19 said: Hasnt he also signed for Sydney as well? Yeah pretty sure McGowan has signed for Sydney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexli Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 Big loss! But if we can make Hughes' visa slot right I don't see it as problem at all. I don't think find a Delperrie calibre defender under cap will be a huge challenge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strider Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 good riddance you old fart 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silva10 Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 Has he been signed under the salary cap by them? Was hoping we could keep him, but was going to be difficult to keep him under the cap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeming Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 3 minutes ago, silva10 said: Has he been signed under the salary cap by them? Was hoping we could keep him, but was going to be difficult to keep him under the cap. I'm sure the FFA will come up with a new rule to help Sydney "Any former Socceroos who have played in 2 states and have the initials AW are allowed to be paid 50% outside the salary cap" 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 22 minutes ago, Deeming said: I'm sure the FFA will come up with a new rule to help Sydney "Any former Socceroos who have played in 2 states and have the initials AW are allowed to be paid 50% outside the salary cap" Seems legit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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strider Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 1 minute ago, Murfy1 said: tfw his PR guy told him to say that and deep down he doesn't give a shit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playmaker Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 Bruno will force him into early retirement after he scores a hat trick against the smurfs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombegongal Posted April 26, 2016 Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 Real shame really the dependable type player you can really build around. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted April 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2016 5 minutes ago, wombegongal said: Real shame really the dependable type player you can really build around. This. He no Aaron Hughes though. That guys a stud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityWildcat Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 Gutted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyh001 Posted April 27, 2016 Report Share Posted April 27, 2016 (edited) On 26/04/2016 at 4:54 PM, Deeming said: His family's in Sydney you can't expect him to relocate them for a year's contract. A big loss but expected. My thoughts exactly. Disappointing but wish him well. As an side thought, my take on the Wilkinson deal was that he was taken as a loophole way of swapping out Paartalu - particularly given how much Paartalu was on ($400k a season iirc) and the fact we had just brought in Malik. Given the impact Wilkinson had up and above Paartalu's impact first half of the season, I'd say that was a good deal. But even the the half of it; Mauk was the direct swap for Malik, so you could always make make the argument Wilkinson was actually swapped with Mauk with the intent of having excess cap space seasons should things not work out with Wilkinson. So in a perverse way, it was always going to be a win-win. With the cap space and decent scouting we've seen this season, we should hopefully be on the up and up Edited April 27, 2016 by mattyh001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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