Summer 2013: Villa Transfers, Speculation, Suggestions and Rumours

[garyshawsknee]

More young-uns and continental signings its looks like then, i dont have a problem with that, most of his signings have paid off, and now they all have a year under their belts, so should be even better then.

A hungry up and coming centre back should be a must, a clone of Laursen if possible.

[paulcomben]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22556883

Right, this thread will end up a lot shorter and more meaningful, if that link is quoted every time anyone mentions a known Premier League player.

[Greg N'Ash]

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22556883

Right, this thread will end up a lot shorter and more meaningful, if that link is quoted every time anyone mentions a known Premier League player.

heh. aye.

[eamonn]

A bit disheartening. More unproven players will mean another brave campaign finishing in the bottom half. We arguably need one or two "names" which surely can't be beyond us if we get shot of the non-functioning fun boy trio (Ireland, Given, Bent/Dunne).

Who is the biggest player Lambert has managed? I wonder if that is an issue at all in his modus operandi and the purse strings are just an easy answer to dampen all expectations. His ability, and confidence in himself, to manage experienced, proven players is surely open to debate due to his past working at a lower level and the fact that he's not exactly got the best out of those here mentioned above..

[garyshawsknee]

Who is the biggest player Lambert has managed?

Dunne or Grant Holt, what a tag team theyd make.

[Greg N'Ash]

A bit disheartening. More unproven players will mean another brave campaign finishing in the bottom half. We arguably need one or two "names" which surely can't be beyond us if we get shot of the non-functioning fun boy trio (Ireland, Given, Bent/Dunne).

Who is the biggest player Lambert has managed? I wonder if that is an issue at all in his modus operandi and the purse strings are just an easy answer to dampen all expectations. His ability, and confidence in himself, to manage experienced, proven players is surely open to debate due to his past working at a lower level and the fact that he's not exactly got the best out of those here mentioned above..

To be honest i don't think its a case of Lambert not being able to handle big names. It's just how it is with Lerner now - he won't pay big wages until he's knows they'll perform for us. I don't agree with it myself but you can see his point after the crap we've spent the last 3 years trying to offload.

[paulcomben]

Who is the biggest player Lambert has managed?

Dunne or Grant Holt, what a tag team theyd make.

He had Jermaine Easter at Wycombe. Scored against Chelsea in a League Cup semi final.

[supertom]

I don't think that should necessarily discount experienced players though. Or I'd hope not. We need a bit more experience at the back. As long as we buy from a good standard, or find a very well scouted player. We could do with a new Laursen that's for sure.
Much as I think Lescott would be a great signing, I don't think it'll happen in a million years. If we can find Julians Dutch cousin, Van Lescott, that might work.
I think at least it seems that Lambo has found his system and has got us looking good going forward. A few inspired signings and we'll be good next season I feel, whether we sign the likes of Lescott or not.
We need better centre halves for sure.

[Toronto Villa]

don't read too much into this. Please recall that we agreed a fee for Dempsey who is an established PL player at the time was 29, and has been pointed out we bought Benteke, unproven for £7m. If our signings are of that ilk then I'm perfectly fine with that. If it means the days of Darren Bent at £18m are over than that's understandable. What I am fully behind is finding players that want to play for the club. Lescott or similar can still fit what the club is looking for because he will be worth the money they pay for him and pay to him.

[Concrete John]

A bit disheartening. More unproven players will mean another brave campaign finishing in the bottom half. We arguably need one or two "names" which surely can't be beyond us if we get shot of the non-functioning fun boy trio (Ireland, Given, Bent/Dunne).

Who is the biggest player Lambert has managed? I wonder if that is an issue at all in his modus operandi and the purse strings are just an easy answer to dampen all expectations. His ability, and confidence in himself, to manage experienced, proven players is surely open to debate due to his past working at a lower level and the fact that he's not exactly got the best out of those here mentioned above..

A bit disheartening. More unproven players will mean another brave campaign finishing in the bottom half. We arguably need one or two "names" which surely can't be beyond us if we get shot of the non-functioning fun boy trio (Ireland, Given, Bent/Dunne).

Who is the biggest player Lambert has managed? I wonder if that is an issue at all in his modus operandi and the purse strings are just an easy answer to dampen all expectations. His ability, and confidence in himself, to manage experienced, proven players is surely open to debate due to his past working at a lower level and the fact that he's not exactly got the best out of those here mentioned above..

Not big doesn't necessarily mean unproven.

[neo_Villan]

I assume a 'big signing' is more about wages then the fee. Benteke was about 7-8m but is reported to be on 20k p/w. So we can expect a signing (or two) in the 8-10m bracket but he won't command big wages. Can't say I'm upset with that to be honest. I trust Lambert to improve the squad.

[Toronto Villa]

the big difference between this summer and last is that we have had a chance to see Lambert's ability to find players in the market and can trust his judgement. His strategy will likely be quite similar this summer and the players will be varied based on what he needs. The criteria of motivated to be at Villa Park will be paramount irrespective of who we sign which can only be a good thing.

[paulcomben]

don't read too much into this. Please recall that we agreed a fee for Dempsey who is an established PL player at the time was 29, and has been pointed out we bought Benteke, unproven for £7m. If our signings are of that ilk then I'm perfectly fine with that. If it means the days of Darren Bent at £18m are over than that's understandable. What I am fully behind is finding players that want to play for the club. Lescott or similar can still fit what the club is looking for because he will be worth the money they pay for him and pay to him.

You sound like the materialistic straw-clutching wife of a millionaire who has gone bust, yet she still wants supercars, mansions and Michelin starred dindins.

[Toronto Villa]

don't read too much into this. Please recall that we agreed a fee for Dempsey who is an established PL player at the time was 29, and has been pointed out we bought Benteke, unproven for £7m. If our signings are of that ilk then I'm perfectly fine with that. If it means the days of Darren Bent at £18m are over than that's understandable. What I am fully behind is finding players that want to play for the club. Lescott or similar can still fit what the club is looking for because he will be worth the money they pay for him and pay to him.

You sound like the materialistic straw-clutching wife of a millionaire who has gone bust, yet she still wants supercars, mansions and Michelin starred dindins.

I have no idea what you're on about

[paulcomben]

don't read too much into this. Please recall that we agreed a fee for Dempsey who is an established PL player at the time was 29, and has been pointed out we bought Benteke, unproven for £7m. If our signings are of that ilk then I'm perfectly fine with that. If it means the days of Darren Bent at £18m are over than that's understandable. What I am fully behind is finding players that want to play for the club. Lescott or similar can still fit what the club is looking for because he will be worth the money they pay for him and pay to him.

You sound like the materialistic straw-clutching wife of a millionaire who has gone bust, yet she still wants supercars, mansions and Michelin starred dindins.

I have no idea what you're on about

Nor would she.