[LIBBA] Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 http://www.goal.com/en-au/news/4021/a-league/2015/04/20/10938082/newcastle-jets-linked-with-ibini-crouch Newcastle looking at trying to sign Ibini and Crouch I would actually cry if Crouch went to Newcastle. Seriously Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiji19 Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 Ibini would be good for the LW position, whether or not he will want leave sydney though would be an issue as Im pretty sure he moved from china to be closer with is family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrillhouse Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 ibini is shit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadete Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 ibini is shit His easily better than like 70% of the blokes who ever wore a Heart Shirt on the wing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewmac Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 Crouchs Mrs is tidy so that's a positive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 There is one thing that you have overlooked - whether the players themselves want their contract details or their personal reasons being disclosed to the general public. AFL players have a strong belief (understandably) about their privacy. So although I agree that more information needs to be forthcoming I am also aware that there are genuine limitations. That's a fair enough comment. But I don't think I'm referring to details, I'm referring to an acknowledgement that something has taken place, or is about to. Just take the case of Ross Archibald, for example. Surely the club could have released a statement to the effect that "MCFC wishes to advise that our former NYL captain Ross Archibald has decided to seek further football opportunities elsewhere and has left the club by mutual agreement. We thank Ross for his contributions to our club and wish him all the best in his future endeavours." Similar statements could have been made for the other examples given. I cannot see that statements like these would infringe any privacy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 Has Archibald left? I read it here first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 There is one thing that you have overlooked - whether the players themselves want their contract details or their personal reasons being disclosed to the general public. AFL players have a strong belief (understandably) about their privacy. So although I agree that more information needs to be forthcoming I am also aware that there are genuine limitations. That's a fair enough comment. But I don't think I'm referring to details, I'm referring to an acknowledgement that something has taken place, or is about to. Just take the case of Ross Archibald, for example. Surely the club could have released a statement to the effect that "MCFC wishes to advise that our former NYL captain Ross Archibald has decided to seek further football opportunities elsewhere and has left the club by mutual agreement. We thank Ross for his contributions to our club and wish him all the best in his future endeavours." Similar statements could have been made for the other examples given. I cannot see that statements like these would infringe any privacy. In regards to players being unavailable due too personal matters you can look to the delicate way first Melbourne then more recently Geelong handled the Clark & Hawkins absentees. Not looking for an explanation in detail, "saf has extended his stay in sing due to personal reasons" would be fine. An acknowledgment that a signed player is not available for selection is all I was after. Don't want to know why really, that's between him, the club & his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heart_fan Posted April 20, 2015 Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 I understand people wanting to see better communication but how is the club making statements like that going to help? All it does is generate more talk and pressure on the club to say what is going on, as many would likely not have realised anyway. Keeping things quiet at least leaves some privacy on the matter. As for next year, with the player and hopefully manager clean out, we can only hope that what we end up with is a mentally stronger, fitter side to contend for silverware for once. This year will more than likely be a first round exit from the finals, but if miracles do happen and we win, we may get to play MV in the semi. That would be a huge game for both clubs, but for the sport in this state it would likely generate significany general public interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 I understand people wanting to see better communication but how is the club making statements like that going to help? All it does is generate more talk and pressure on the club to say what is going on, as many would likely not have realised anyway. Keeping things quiet at least leaves some privacy on the matter. As for next year, with the player and hopefully manager clean out, we can only hope that what we end up with is a mentally stronger, fitter side to contend for silverware for once. This year will more than likely be a first round exit from the finals, but if miracles do happen and we win, we may get to play MV in the semi. That would be a huge game for both clubs, but for the sport in this state it would likely generate significany general public interest. It helps by demonstrating that the club actually values its supporters, and indeed values its players. At the moment the impression is that the club doesn't care a flying fig for either. And it's always better to get the information from a reliable source rather than media speculation. This club has been living on "hope for next season" for far too long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheTransferKing Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Need some talented youngsters from Australia like Maclaren and Borrello. We could also get a right back like Hingert, Risdon and Franjic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 We had Franjic until Torpedo changed their mind at the last moment. IMO we'll get him this time around. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Number one priority is an out n out striker. Number two is a LB/RB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Number one priority is an out n out striker. Number two is a LB/RB yep. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 we also need a proper number 10, especially of we lose Mooy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 we also need a proper number 10, especially of we lose Mooy I can't even imagine the team without Mooy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 we also need a proper number 10, especially of we lose Mooy I can't even imagine the team without Mooy Just watch some of last season replays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 we also need a proper number 10, especially of we lose Mooy I can't even imagine the team without Mooy Lucky we got that Koren guy to take over the reigns in the midfield when he goes overseas at the end of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 (edited) we also need a proper number 10, especially of we lose MooyI can't even imagine the team without Mooy Just watch some of last season replays. Would rather watch paint dry then re-watch the last 4 years of Heart play Edited April 21, 2015 by haz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heart_fan10 Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 on the studs up blog today, Davutovic said that both Melbourne teams were interested in Maclaren. I hope to god we get this kid 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 on the studs up blog today, Davutovic said that both Melbourne teams were interested in Maclaren. I hope to god we get this kid http://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/football/melbourne-victory-set-to-win-battle-for-star-winger-fahid-ben-khalfallah/story-fnk6rmfl-1227314033367?from=public_rss Hopefully us, cant see any room for him with the Tards if they sign FBK for 2 more years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heart_fan10 Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 on the studs up blog today, Davutovic said that both Melbourne teams were interested in Maclaren. I hope to god we get this kid http://www.couriermail.com.au/sport/football/melbourne-victory-set-to-win-battle-for-star-winger-fahid-ben-khalfallah/story-fnk6rmfl-1227314033367?from=public_rss Hopefully us, cant see any room for him with the Tards if they sign FBK for 2 more years especially if they are interested in a big name keeper as has also been reported (Galekovic/Vukovic) and would be demanding at least 200k+ In the post match interview Maclaren said he was frustrated that he didn't get enough game time this season (i think he came off the bench 17 times or something like that). Assuming MV re-sign FBK, you would imagine their front 3 would be him, Berisha and Barbarouses. On top of that, you have Pain fighting for a spot, and Thompson if they extend his contract for one more season. Compared to us where at this moment i would even have him playing in front of Kennedy as our starting striker, and he is daylight ahead of williams/ramsay/dugandzic. We would surely be able to offer him the same money if not a little more, and definitely be able to promise him more game time than MV will, if not for him to be a starting player by the seasons end. We probably have the best facilities in the league, and our standard pre-season trip to manchester is surely another incentive for him to sign. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heart_fan Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 If Maclaren is smart he would sign for us. There is far more upside for him at MC, given that he could well be a regular starter in a club that seems to suggest it wants to build for the future, along with top class training facilities and the CFG connection benefits (ie overseas training camps). Not too sure MV have the cap space or the need for him in their squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Our problem really is that the top five sides already have squads that perform regularly at a consistently higher level than we do. They therefore don't need to do much tweaking to stay that way. We have so much deadwood that we have a hell of a lot of work to do to come close to them. TBH I am not sure that we can make the necessary changes in one off-season. The attractions of nice training grounds and an annual trip to Manchester don't necessarily add up to be the equal of playing in a winning side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewConvert Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Our problem really is that the top five sides already have squads that perform regularly at a consistently higher level than we do. They therefore don't need to do much tweaking to stay that way. We have so much deadwood that we have a hell of a lot of work to do to come close to them. TBH I am not sure that we can make the necessary changes in one off-season. The attractions of nice training grounds and an annual trip to Manchester don't necessarily add up to be the equal of playing in a winning side. Actualy given that there are 9 players out of contract there should be salary cap room for him. However IIRC he seemed to suggest that he is bound for Europe or overseas at least. And if the club offers a contract to Safuwan then all we need is a younger version of Jaliens to complete the defence. Mid-field is OK if Mooy stays and presumably Paartalau improves. But up forward the club needs more fire power. So playing finals may not be out of the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiji19 Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 Has Fitzgerald resigned for the Mariners, he would be better than what we have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mus-28 Posted April 22, 2015 Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 Fitzgerald is absolutely not what we need. Another inconsistent winger who puts in 1 good performance every half dozen games then is invisible for the rest. We already have Mate and Williams excelling in that role. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Some little birdie told me of a major signing coming up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Some little birdie told me of a major signing coming up! In terms of this year? Next year? Marquee? Or usual player? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewmac Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Major signing just look out for any ageing crocks that will narrow it down ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japiedog Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Well, Koren should be gone Kennedy to retire due to injury before next season Are we signing Harry Novillo? it's past 10.am on Thursday, so it aint gonna happen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baka1 Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Some little birdie told me of a major signing coming up! Inb4 37 year old European player who used to be good now has old man's calf injury 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Some little birdie told me of a major signing coming up! Next Thursday at 10am... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malloy Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Some little birdie told me of a major signing coming up! Inb4 37 year old European player who used to be good now has old man's calf injury Drogba is recently injured. Surely this puts him at the top of the list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonyboozeadams Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Mario gomez. Gunna keep saying it till it happens 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n i k o Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Im ready for us to sign another really good player that just "wont fit in" and be labelled a hack the moment they become part of the club for some astonishing and inexplicable reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 I'm ready for us to sign another player with an excellent CV who, for some astonishing and inexplicable reason, will become a hack the moment they become part of the club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Lampard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeming Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 I'm ready for us to sign another player with an excellent CV who, for some astonishing and inexplicable reason, will become a hack the moment they become part of the club. I don't think we've ever signed a player with an excellent CV. Harry Kewell's was pretty good. Koren and Harry Novillo's are 'good' as was Engelaar. That's about as strong as it gets. Nothing 'excellent'. For me excellent means playing in a Champions League or at least Europa level for a number of years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mus-28 Posted April 23, 2015 Report Share Posted April 23, 2015 Some little birdie told me of a major signing coming up! If past history is anything to go by, Major signing would mean: a. We've signed Travis Major from CCM b. Ticker/Bluey is returning next season c. We've signed another sponsor on our shorts Sooooooo excited 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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