Grant Holt - confirmed on loan

[pauliewalnuts]

He's looking lean and in shape.

[Rudy65]

I don't care either way about Holt. As long as it is on 18-24 month contract at the every most. When we could be arsed under Lambert he looked quite effective. the question is can he still be arsed?

I bloody hope its not that long

[VinnieChase84]

I can't accept Grant Holt. Just can't. How fucking far have we fallen! Think this shows Lambert up. Rather sign this fat shit than give experience to one of his own signings!
And to think, people were questioning on whether Lambert could spot a player and be trusted with money.,............,,,.... Wake me up when this nightmare is over

Get a grip ffs! I take it you don't remember Warren Aspinall, Simon Stainrod and Gary Penrice?

Are you seriously trying to justify Grant Holt? Heskey could be an old head and a 'leader' too. Grant holt can't even get in a Wigan side. If were after experience and leaders what's the point if their bench warmers?
I'm sorry but I can't accept or buy any spin that Grant Holt is an ok signing for us.
Why are we accepting so little?

[nodge]

Not trying to justify it but we've had plenty of nightmares in the past, Holt's no worse than some of them.

[dave shelley]

He's looking lean and in shape.

He's just indicating the size of the bacon and egg baguette he wants for his breakfast.

[Jockey Randall]

All i keep thinking of are the guys on the touch line at the end of this clip: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6PbP_pIgR4s

wtf is going on?!

[manic-road]

Grant Holt probably thinks the Villa have already named a stand after him.

[villa kicks]

My shouts of  Zamora Jason scotland David Ngog Samaras are more favoured that The incredible Holt! and of course we missed out on Altidore!

I mentioned these players as i see them as what Lambo would use the way he plays its not me totally saying these are the best ever players ... They will take us forward as much as Holt however and i think its great im aware of these tactics that lambo uses (though i dont like them) and share them with site.

The big deal about Grant Holt its the type and style of football Lamby wants to use so he is a clever signing. Being expereinced , short term contract . Its not what i personally want I think yourll find Altidore is far better option if going down that route but taht is a non starter

[ozzjim]

He's looking lean and in shape.

That was about 4 minutes in. The fat fucker had only run up and taken a penalty and already looks out on his feet!

[VinnieChase84]

Not trying to justify it but we've had plenty of nightmares in the past, Holt's no worse than some of them.

Exactly mate, why should we suffer anymore nightmares!?

[Dave]

So John E was correct, even if 18 months late.

[ozzjim]

At least he fits one of the main criteria for Lambert... and it is not young...

[Toronto Villa]

I don't care either way about Holt. As long as it is on 18-24 month contract at the every most. When we could be arsed under Lambert he looked quite effective. the question is can he still be arsed?

18-24 months?

He's 33 in April. You must be joking.

It's hardly outrageous paulie. He's 32, not 36. If gets a short term deal, and 18mths is, then as long as he doesn't get Heskey/Given money it's just not a big deal.

[villa kicks]

Accepting how it is . Thats what Lambert wants and thats the way he is going to play it. He went with yoof before now he chats with the old/expereicned players. The stark reality is getting holt means its on the cheap!!
I think the summer will see us spend big on more signings from world cup and the like which will see us move on. Its a real transitional year and I like to think by this time next calender year we have a sound squad who are adaptable , flexible and FORWARD thinking !!

[pauliewalnuts]

I don't care either way about Holt. As long as it is on 18-24 month contract at the every most. When we could be arsed under Lambert he looked quite effective. the question is can he still be arsed?

18-24 months?

He's 33 in April. You must be joking.

It's hardly outrageous paulie. He's 32, not 36. If gets a short term deal, and 18mths is, then as long as he doesn't get Heskey/Given money it's just not a big deal. And there's no point anyone getting worked up over a rumour

Eh? You must be kidding.

He's 33 in April. A 2 year deal would mean we'd be paying Grant Holt until he is nudging 35. I can't believe anyone would think that wouldn't be too bad.

It's not just a rumour, either, Lambert just confirmed it.