The one at the training ground ?Couldn’t care less as long as they pay up. Could score zero goals for all I’m bothered. Give us that cash so we can finish off the window.
We’ve addressed GK though haven’t we? That was looked at as a priority and we’ve got the player we chased since March.As a counter to the defensive issues, do you think it might have come down to how the stats guys looked at it in depth? They went for a new first choice keeper rather than defenders as that was where they saw the biggest issue, sloppy goals can and should be able to be alleviated through coaching where as goalkeepers are judged on shot stopping and cross catching. If a keeper doesn't have the basics its a more critical position to replace with a new one with a better skillset that you don't think that the current ones can improve on.
He would start RCB with Binks I'd imagine.If the Worral rumour is true, where does that leave some other rather expensive defenders we have on our books? We definitely need some more leadership and experience on the books, but there's going to be a lot of money sitting on the bench by the looks of it.
Players come and go - if keep Thomas for certain but if we can get some money back on Kitching then so be it .If the Worral rumour is true, where does that leave some other rather expensive defenders we have on our books? We definitely need some more leadership and experience on the books, but there's going to be a lot of money sitting on the bench by the looks of it.
Sakamoto is 27.We’ve addressed GK though haven’t we? That was looked at as a priority and we’ve got the player we chased since March.
Moving on from that, we’ve lost a lot of experience in our squad and the only players older than 27 are Allen and Bidwell. We’ve been linked with CMs and Worrall so it seems like those positions have been highlighted where we need an experienced player.
Looking at all the goals we’ve conceded in 2024, we’ve dropped some clangers and in my view, it will cost us a shot of the automatics. The team should be good enough for playoffs though.
I said “older than 27”. I’d originally put Tats, Allen and Bidwell because I thought Sakamoto was 28 (he is in October).Sakamoto is 27.
Sakamoto is 27.
Most loans have a recall but can only be activated in January. Not allowed to recall loans outside of transfer windowsI’d want a recall on Obikwu, Dauch and Tavares.
Thomas has shown his ability - wolves and Utd games outstanding.Absolutely zero evidence to back this up but I think Thomas has a higher potential ceiling than Kitching. He’s started this season on a shite foot but there’s something about the way that Thomas plays that makes me think if he could just sort out a few things in his game then he could be a real quality defender.
but apart from Bidwell, Allen, Sakamoto and Palmer (and Ben Wilson).....And Palmer
He’s 23. He isn’t a kid anymoreHate how people write young players off for a few mistakes. Bizarre behavior. Players like Thomas have shown their quality at times. all players at this level make errors, I back our coaches to improve him.
But didn't he do a Cruyff turn in that clip on here just this afternoon from a week back v Bristol?Thomas has shown his ability - wolves and Utd games outstanding.
his issue’s are concentration and consistency- something you expect from younger players.
wont do him harm to come out team.
Kitching is the one with issues, his turning circle is a mobile as a dead bird. He needs to get fitter, leaner and work on that.
Don’t agree with that. Thomas is what he is already. I think Kitching will progress. Equally though I don’t see Worrall as a big improvement on Thomas.Absolutely zero evidence to back this up but I think Thomas has a higher potential ceiling than Kitching. He’s started this season on a shite foot but there’s something about the way that Thomas plays that makes me think if he could just sort out a few things in his game then he could be a real quality defender.
It's the silly idea that the PL is better than all the other leagues behind it, even though it has teams in it that stay up with 33 pointsThat says a lot.
The consensus I’ve seen from Arsenal fans online seems to be they think Gyokeres isn’t worth the money Sporting want for him. Wasn’t that what Sporting fans thought when we sold him to them?
Just driving the price down tactic or how have all other prolific players made the step up, but hurry up and sort it!!It's the silly idea that the PL is better than all the other leagues behind it, even though it has teams in it that stay up with 33 points
Don’t agree with that. Thomas is what he is already. I think Kitching will progress. Equally though I don’t see Worrall as a big improvement on Thomas.
23 is still young for a center back, bollocks to suggest otherwise.He’s 23. He isn’t a kid anymore
Don’t agree with that. Thomas is what he is already. I think Kitching will progress. Equally though I don’t see Worrall as a big improvement on Thomas.
Whilst thinking their players are worth a fortune Nketiah is nowhere near as good as Vik and they want millions for him.That says a lot.
The consensus I’ve seen from Arsenal fans online seems to be they think Gyokeres isn’t worth the money Sporting want for him. Wasn’t that what Sporting fans thought when we sold him to them?
Obikwu going to Northampton should be announced today. Good move for all parties on loan
We still want Worrall
I think the opposite, they’re all inexperienced so having someone with proven leadership skills around them should help them develop. It doesn’t necessarily mean Thomas would get dropped because right footers can still play LCB.Worrall is a good signing if it comes off, but it massively stunts the development of Thomas who will then only play a handful of games barring injuries/suspension. Ruthless game as we all know.
I think the opposite, they’re all inexperienced so having someone with proven leadership skills around them should help them develop. It doesn’t necessarily mean Thomas would get dropped because right footers can still play LCB.
I’m a big fan of Thomas, I’d say he’s the best central defender we have defensively. Unfortunately, he’s the worst CB we have when on the ball.
I just watched the game at Leicester and was impressed with Lukas Bergaval 18 year old Swedish midfielder! Would be a perfect loan to cover Sheif and help the midfieldJust watching Leicester Spurs and it got me thinking what positions we would need to strengthen if we get promoted and I guess this follows the argument that we should only buy if it is an improvement on what we have (slightly different to my normal stance where I feel we need a another RB to support MVE).
Jury out on Dovin for next few months but I am presuming he will be the GK we hope he will be.
RB MVE
Rest of defense need replacing some might survive as squad players in Prem but currently none as starters.
Midfield potentially Sheaf and Rudoni are good enough but certainly need to strengthen there.
Forward line we may manage to stick with what we have.
I guess this then supports the view that we need a DM and CD to improve what we have now. Still room to improve the first XI before we improve squad depth
Is Worrall still on loan or are we looking at a purchase (if not wrong reported that forest want to sell).Obikwu going to Northampton should be announced today. Good move for all parties on loan
We still want Worrall
He's obviously staying and playing at spursI just watched the game at Leicester and was impressed with Lukas Bergaval 18 year old Swedish midfielder! Would be a perfect loan to cover Sheif and help the midfield
Apart from when he turned it over near the end,and got a bollocking from his GK though he did look useful!I just watched the game at Leicester and was impressed with Lukas Bergaval 18 year old Swedish midfielder! Would be a perfect loan to cover Sheif and help the midfield
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