Jean II Makoun loaned to Olympiakos

[WALTERS WARRIORS]

Makoun fitted into Houlliers philosophy of passing and moving. Mcleish`s style of play is more ball winner and tigerish in the tackle type player. Still think he is a player who would be able to give Bent and Zoggy a supply line that they both need .......

[PaulWinch again]

Well Makoun has said he wants to stay and prove himself.

[myf]

I like what I have seen of him.  Good passer and much more mobile then petrov (although a bit lightweight).  I'd like to keep him.

[garyshawsknee]

Maybe it comes down to getting one out before getting one in,and Jean the second is more attractive to others clubs than Ireland is. Wish it was the other way round,as I think he'd come good. Don't think we have another player with CL experience.

[Toronto Villa]

If he goes it means that someone is coming in. I like Makoun and at a different time he'd be a very good player to have in our squad. Certainly if we were in Europe, and we needed the depth. However, given the current position we are in, we need players that are all going to meet the immediate goals of the club. I have to think Scott Parker is on the radar as he's exactly what we need right now, and for the next 2-3 years. Arguably even if he isn't as technically gifted he provides so much more in other areas and is an instant upgrade to what we have in our midfield today. His presence will be a massive boost to the young lads in the squad who one hopes will all eventually make their mark.

[UsualSuspect]

Do you think that Parker has 3 seasons in him?

31 in October, picks up a few injuries I would bank on 2 years at best and for £8 million?

No thanks

[Zhong Yi]

considering the lightweight nature of the squad - in terms of personnel - and the fact we probably won't replace him, what is the point of selling when he has only played half a dozen times for the club? Unless he has said something to Agent Blue i cannot see the sense in flogging Jean Makoun, especially when u consider the reception he got when he signed for the club. Give him a season at least.

Directly from the article you're supposed to be commenting on:-

Asked about Makoun exiting the club, McLeish admitted: “It’s possible but we wouldn’t let anybody go unless somebody came in.”

And unless I'm missing some subtle humour, then calling our manager 'Agent Blue' is just plain childish!

without wishing to test u on experience:

AGENT BLUE: It is my opinion - Rodney Marsh style. End of.

[Concrete John]

Parker on loan makes more sense as he certainly would be effective for 12-months.  Then, once a few more are shifted off the wagebill, we go out and buy a younger version for the long term.

[Risso]

considering the lightweight nature of the squad - in terms of personnel - and the fact we probably won't replace him, what is the point of selling when he has only played half a dozen times for the club? Unless he has said something to Agent Blue i cannot see the sense in flogging Jean Makoun, especially when u consider the reception he got when he signed for the club. Give him a season at least.

Directly from the article you're supposed to be commenting on:-

Asked about Makoun exiting the club, McLeish admitted: “It’s possible but we wouldn’t let anybody go unless somebody came in.”

And unless I'm missing some subtle humour, then calling our manager 'Agent Blue' is just plain childish!

without wishing to test u on experience:

AGENT BLUE: It is my opinion - Rodney Marsh style. End of.

It's 'you' not 'u' please.

[UsualSuspect]

John haven't West ham quoted 4 million for a years loan?

I like Scott Parker for his attitude and work ethic but in that West Ham team it was easy to stand out. I watched him in the West Ham v Cardiff game and like the rest of the team he was mediocre.

I would have said yes a couple of years ago but not now.

[Concrete John]

John haven't West ham quoted 4 million for a years loan?

That was the figure the press quoted earlier in the summer.  It's excessive and if we're intersted we should be negotiating it down, but in princinpal I think a loan would be the way to go with Parker.

[WALTERS WARRIORS]

A loan surely is the only option with Parker. A season for Gardner and Delph Training and first team appearences with him would be invaluable. Got to say Petrov has done well so far and still has a good season in him .......

[JJ-AV]

Makoun's a fine player with extensive Champions League and international experience. Disappointed we seem willing to let him go so easily.

[maidstonevillain]

Do you think that Parker has 3 seasons in him?

31 in October, picks up a few injuries I would bank on 2 years at best and for £8 million?

No thanks

Agree. He will be looking for a pay day now, and will be on the rundown from here.

[Risso]

Do you think that Parker has 3 seasons in him?

31 in October, picks up a few injuries I would bank on 2 years at best and for £8 million?

No thanks

Agree. He will be looking for a pay day now, and will be on the rundown from here.

Parker has never struck me as being anything other than totally professional.  I think he'd be great for at least 3 years, and quite probably 4-5.