I share others' frustrations and misgivings. But it is worth remembering that he was very good indeed for a good proportion of the first half of last season. Scored dime excellent goals and played very well in games like Chelsea and Swansea away, even when he didn't score.Given the significant work needed on midfield and defence, I'd be inclined to give him another chance.
However, we can't let them piss about all season again. Sid should be able to advise on those to be got rid off with immediate effect. A handful would have until Christmas but no longer. Regardless of the manager, they have been paid good money and owe us more than they have given so far.
At the start of last season gabby was the sharpest i've seen him, but towards the end of last season it was the poorest I've seen him. Hopefully he can bang a few in next season, mainly because I love the fact he's a brummy lad playing for his club.
Quote from: bilsim on June 13, 2012, 08:20:21 PMAt the start of last season gabby was the sharpest i've seen him, but towards the end of last season it was the poorest I've seen him. Hopefully he can bang a few in next season, mainly because I love the fact he's a brummy lad playing for his club.Fresh start playing under a new manager, got into the England squad, got injured, rushed back, wasn't ready, team were poor and he lost enthusiasm when it became obvious McLeish wasn't up to the job. He wasn't the only one.If he has another poor season, then yes maybe it is time to get rid. But he deserves another chance. There have been many worse than him we've persevered with.
Web have to give him a fresh start, he is a good player and hopefully for us he will get that form back. Even Bent couldn't score under the management of TSM.
Quote from: Ian J on June 17, 2012, 03:32:00 PMWeb have to give him a fresh start, he is a good player and hopefully for us he will get that form back. Even Bent couldn't score under the management of TSM.Apart from the 10 in 25 games that Bent did score under OVM which is pretty much his career average?