haz Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Yes Good is back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Both on two-year deals. I think if either has a really good season, we will 'cash' in if a decent offer comes in. Great news though. Just need to finalise the two Uruguayans and Brattan and we're done. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiko Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Two solid signings by the club. Perfect age bracket. I wonder who masterminded the Brillante move? If it was Erik Mombaerts then we are starting to learn a little bit about him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Brillante only has scored 3 goals in 70+ HAL appearances. Brattan has a slightly better ratio, so I'm hoping either Brillante can step up or another midfielder can add those extra goals we desperately need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 6 minutes ago, haz said: Brillante only has scored 3 goals in 70+ HAL appearances. Brattan has a slightly better ratio, so I'm hoping either Brillante can step up or another midfielder can add those extra goals we desperately need. Brillante is a genuine 6 that can maybe play a little bit of 8. Brattan was more of a mish mash of 6 and 10; can play both but not really consistently dominant in either role. I'd hope that Luna ends up being that out and out creative 10, with Brillante partnering Griffiths, unless of course Brattan resigns and we give him first crack. Metcalfe and Genreau also good options to partner Brillante. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 1 minute ago, bt50 said: Brillante is a genuine 6 that can maybe play a little bit of 8. Brattan was more of a mish mash of 6 and 10; can play both but not really consistently dominant in either role. I'd hope that Luna ends up being that out and out creative 10, with Brillante partnering Griffiths, unless of course Brattan resigns and we give him first crack. Metcalfe and Genreau also good options to partner Brillante. Think so. Seems like Metcalfe played as a 10 on the weekend, but I think he can develop as a 6 or 8. Genreau the same. Regardless, if he goes with a 4-2-3-1, which I think is likely, then the two 6s don't need to worry about scoring goals...they just break up attacks and are the link between the defenders and attacking midfielders. If they can score a few then that's just a bonus. Brattan was handy in that department and we might miss that but really, the attacking midfielders should be shouldering that load. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Harrison said: Think so. Seems like Metcalfe played as a 10 on the weekend, but I think he can develop as a 6 or 8. Genreau the same. Regardless, if he goes with a 4-2-3-1, which I think is likely, then the two 6s don't need to worry about scoring goals...they just break up attacks and are the link between the defenders and attacking midfielders. If they can score a few then that's just a bonus. Brattan was handy in that department and we might miss that but really, the attacking midfielders should be shouldering that load. What i love about both Metcalfe and Genreau is imo theyre quite versatile from what ive seen. Think Metcalfe can play 6,8 or 10, and Genreau 6,8,10 or wing. That bodes well for their selection imo, because they can come on and do a job no matter what. Anyway, most balanced squad we've had? Birra Galloway Windy Delbo Jamo Brillante Griffiths Luna* Noone Jmac Cabrera* SUBS : Bouza Good Berenguer Atkinson Wales Najjarine Iannuci Genreau Metcalfe Wales Najjar Edited July 8, 2019 by bt50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heartman Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Dangerous words, Most balanced squad we have had. But on paper it's looking promising. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiji19 Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Back up number 9? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missing_Moy Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 5 minutes ago, fiji19 said: Back up number 9? The 2 rumoured south Americans have ayed in the number 9 role at times according to transfermarket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fensaddler Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 Lack of action on the South American front makes me think this could have been just agent talk and wishful thinking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 16 minutes ago, fensaddler said: Lack of action on the South American front makes me think this could have been just agent talk and wishful thinking. I tend to think its more visa issues tbh, but yes the longer the trail goes cold the more we might be concerned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 14 hours ago, fiji19 said: Back up number 9? I think Najjar will fill that role. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playmaker Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 34 minutes ago, Harrison said: I think Najjar will fill that role. Not if we want to win something. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 59 minutes ago, bt50 said: I tend to think its more visa issues tbh, but yes the longer the trail goes cold the more we might be concerned. Dutton at the airport arrival gate..... Â 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted July 8, 2019 Report Share Posted July 8, 2019 6 minutes ago, playmaker said: Not if we want to win something. Back up strikers are a waste of cap space in the A League. Money better spent elsewhere. Najjar is a good backup option there, and presumably our other forwards could fill in for a game or two if required. If JMac was to go down longer term, then you use the injury replacement rules if need be. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playmaker Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 6 minutes ago, bt50 said: Back up strikers are a waste of cap space in the A League. Money better spent elsewhere. Najjar is a good backup option there, and presumably our other forwards could fill in for a game or two if required. If JMac was to go down longer term, then you use the injury replacement rules if need be. The reason why I said it is because I can't recall that that working for a successful team in the A-league. We need an experienced backup in our squad that can play that position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 (edited) 30 minutes ago, playmaker said: The reason why I said it is because I can't recall that that working for a successful team in the A-league. We need an experienced backup in our squad that can play that position. Go the other way, which A League team's have had good back up strikers that have won it? Most have had other players change positions to accommodate any injuries ie Brosque from wide into striker, Castro from 10 or wide to striker. Very few sides have had quality genuine strikers sitting on the bench. Edited July 9, 2019 by bt50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted July 9, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 1 hour ago, bt50 said: I tend to think its more visa issues tbh, but yes the longer the trail goes cold the more we might be concerned. IIRC Budzinski ran foul of visa/work permit issues and his arrival was similarly delayed. Although it seems longer, it's only a couple of weeks since the Adrian Luna move was mentioned. The other one was a few days earlier. But in any case, CFG will have a back-up plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fensaddler Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 3 hours ago, fensaddler said: Lack of action on the South American front makes me think this could have been just agent talk and wishful thinking. I'll get my coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
playmaker Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 2 hours ago, bt50 said: Go the other way, which A League team's have had good back up strikers that have won it? Most have had other players change positions to accommodate any injuries ie Brosque from wide into striker, Castro from 10 or wide to striker. Very few sides have had quality genuine strikers sitting on the bench. Bobo and Simon Dominated the league. And you are right. Much rather see Noone as a makeshift striker if needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 3 hours ago, bt50 said: Very few sides have had quality genuine strikers sitting on the bench. Â 54 minutes ago, playmaker said: Bobo and Simon Dominated the league. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bt50 Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 (edited) 9 minutes ago, Harrison said:  Bobo dominated the league, not sure Simon did much. And tbf i did say good backup strikers haha. Anyway we're in agreeance; backup strikers are a waste of cap space; better to recruit a winger that can cover if necessary, or use a kid as a backup option. Edited July 9, 2019 by bt50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted July 9, 2019 Report Share Posted July 9, 2019 (edited) On 09/07/2019 at 1:46 PM, Harrison said: Â Â - Edited September 18, 2019 by haz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imtellingyou Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 This will be the first time that we have all visa players available for the complete preseason. No more funny excuses that we are still weeks away from the first derby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heart of oakleigh Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 Assuming that Adrian Luna signs i still think we need one more midfielder. Especially someone that can partner Brillante. Im not sold on Griffiths and i know Metcalfe & Genreau will get minutes but a gun to partner Brillante and our squad will be complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heartman Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, Imtellingyou said: This will be the first time that we have all visa players available for the complete preseason. No more funny excuses that we are still weeks away from the first derby. That's an overly optimistic and premature call. We have 3 months of pre season and injury is a real concern especially soft tissue for those new to the country, South Americans seem more resilient but any from Europe especially UK are high risks. Edited July 10, 2019 by Heartman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr MO Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 32 minutes ago, Heart of oakleigh said: Assuming that Adrian Luna signs i still think we need one more midfielder. Especially someone that can partner Brillante. Im not sold on Griffiths and i know Metcalfe & Genreau will get minutes but a gun to partner Brillante and our squad will be complete. I have a lot of faith in those youngster, rather see that last spot go to all in attacking player. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted July 10, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 24 minutes ago, Mr MO said: I have a lot of faith in those youngster, rather see that last spot go to all in attacking player. Agreed. And these guys are not "youngsters" on today's football standards - Genreau has turned 20 and Metcalfe will do so in November. They can hold their own in the A-League. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AXIOM Posted July 10, 2019 Report Share Posted July 10, 2019 58 minutes ago, jw1739 said: Agreed. And these guys are not "youngsters" on today's football standards - Genreau has turned 20 and Metcalfe will do so in November. They can hold their own in the A-League. And if the club has any ambitions of developing younger players these two should get a minimum of 10-15 games each this season. If not they will both leave at the end of the year. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Originalmeme Posted July 11, 2019 Report Share Posted July 11, 2019 i would be starting genreau alongside brillante as our 8. he can battle it out with metcalfe. florin or cabrera can play 10. dont need griffiths when we have brillante and the kids will work their asses off to be the best. metcalfe was great last year and by all knowledge, genreau is even better 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeartFc Posted July 14, 2019 Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dconder13 Posted July 14, 2019 Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 Any news on Luna? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted July 15, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 16 hours ago, dconder13 said: Any news on Luna? No news or rumours whatsoever. Eclipsed, perhaps? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missing_Moy Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 Everything went quiet with Javier then bang annouced and at training lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukeVader Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 20 hours ago, dconder13 said: Any news on Luna? Not sure if i want him to come anyway.. Luna was the name of a cat of a chick i was seeing.. hated the cat and hate her 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haz Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 1 hour ago, DukeVader said: Not sure if i want him to come anyway.. Luna was the name of a cat of a chick i was seeing.. hated the cat and hate her Alright CFG call it off. Suppose your current GF's cat (that you love) is called Messi? 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citymad Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 hearing griffiths gone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingofhearts Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 21 minutes ago, citymad said: hearing griffiths gone  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deluka Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 More game time for Metcalfe I see, good result 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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