The Milner Novela... Final episode page 296

[Moorski]

Milner will not be interested in Villa's plans, only his own, folk have to get it that he is intent on moving and we can't compete with certain clubs anymore, a fact as much as we all don't like it. Myself included.

[Mazrim]

Yeah, Mysteryman said what you have a couple of days ago on VT.

I do not have to accept that we cant compete with certain clubs. Certainly not a club just playing real life FM. They may have more money than we have to spend but thank fuck, there's more to football than that.

[Concrete John]

think if he goes, we can guess there's'no exciting signings joining. i'm sure he'll ask what mon's plans are before making a decision.  my guess is he'll hear the transfer target list and run a mile

Whilst I frequently agree with you, I think you've upped your level of gloominess to insupportable levels recently, Greg (your posts have been a bit like being stuck in a lift with Ronnie Irani whilst Muse are blasted in at top volume of late. No offence).

However, on this one, you've touched on a decent point. Last year we were told Barry was sitting down with MON to hear his plans. He left. This year we've heard Milner is doing the same. If he leaves, is it about the plans not ringing true?

Or is it all purely about money? And if it is about money, it is surprising to hear it from a player many have touted on here (me too, probably) as being "not the type to be all about the money".

Maybe the players aren't all that convinced by the club's vision? Just a thought.

The point surely though, is what are the clubs plans in relation to Man City's. We clearly can't compete their transfer targets and realistic ambitions. The fact that we are sitting down with players shows that we think we can compete and have a plan, but in reality if you are a footballer who are more exciting and appealing at the moment, Villa or Man City?

In reality, the excitement factor comes a distant 2nd to their bank balance.

[mshurst]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

[Mazrim]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

£23m + Ireland + Onuoha?

I really dont want Milner to leave but... DONE!!!

[Monty]

Yeah, Mysteryman said what you have a couple of days ago on VT.

I do not have to accept that we cant compete with certain clubs. Certainly not a club just playing real life FM. They may have more money than we have to spend but thank fuck, there's more to football than that.

Precisely. Money can buy you players, managers, facilities, unlimited rice pudding etc - but it cannot buy you time nor team spirit.

[PeterWithe]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

Surprise, Surprise.

[Des Little]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

It doesn't say anything about Ireland & Onhura though does it?  £23m plus add ons which I'm assuming relate to champs league/prem position etc etc?

[Greg N'Ash]

if citeh offer that then mancini should be certified.

[Dave P]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

£23m + Ireland + Onuoha?

I really dont want Milner to leave but... DONE!!!

Agreed.  That is far too good to turn down.  I cant see an offer that good though !

[MoetVillan]

I dont know what to think.  I have loved watching Milner develop, and think he has the heart and will to make a world class player.  I usually want to wish the player all the best if he decides to leave and further his career, but if this happens, I dont think I could mean it.  I may be alone here, but I think Barry went for the right reasons, he was sold a good story by Hughes about him being key to City's plans, and he had put in a great shift for us.  But Milner, I dont think he will get enough continued development at City, or maybe even enough games.  I think if it comes through he has made a poor decision.  Best of luck James, hope you know what your doing.  (if infact this is true)

[Greg N'Ash]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

£23m + Ireland + Onuoha?

I really dont want Milner to leave but... DONE!!!

Agreed.  That is far too good to turn down.  I cant see an offer that good though !

mental if true. values milner at about 35m minimum.

[pmk1981]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

see ya !!  Gimmie a shout james if you need a lift !!

[pmk1981]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

see ya !!  Gimmie a shout james if you need a lift !!

see ya !! Gimmie a shout james if you need a lift !!

[pauliewalnuts]

Aston Cilla Views have said that Man City are about to ready one final bid. £23 + Ireland & Ohnura.

£23m + Ireland + Onuoha?

I really dont want Milner to leave but... DONE!!!

Too fucking right.

That is absolutely insane if true.