Micah Richards - Released

[nigel]

Anyone remember Tosh Lines from The Bill?

Lived in Ashbourne, Derbyshire.

Bumped into him there once, and all I managed was 'Alright, mate' 

[Damo70]

Our new McGrath ?

seriously?

Rory

Lloyd? This should be on time wasters. Name a McGrath......

[silhillvilla]

Kip

[Pat McMahon]

I have no problem with this signing and should improve us but let's not hype him up too much. I have seen no evidence of leadership or winner mentality from him. He may have "won" a medal as being part of a very very talented squad but he was quite happy to sit on his arse (apart from loan spell with Fiorentina)  and see out his his lucrative contract with city and that's not leadership.

I am pretty much in agreement with Aftab. Richards may see this as a chance to be a key player instead of a benchie, delivering on that potential we saw 8-9 years ago. He could also turn out to be the next David Bentley.

[Chris Smith]

Our new McGrath ?

I'd say he's more like McGrath, Laursen, James Cowan and Frank Barson rolled into one.

But I agree with olaftab, let's not hype him up too much.

Same here. He is strong and quick but to my mind has never looked particularly comfortable with the ball at his feet.

[footyskillz]

I have no problem with this signing and should improve us but let's not hype him up too much. I have seen no evidence of leadership or winner mentality from him. He may have "won" a medal as being part of a very very talented squad but he was quite happy to sit on his arse (apart from loan spell with Fiorentina)  and see out his his lucrative contract with city and that's not leadership.

I am pretty much in agreement with Aftab. Richards may see this as a chance to be a key player instead of a benchie, delivering on that potential we saw 8-9 years ago. He could also turn out to be the next David Bentley.

You mean Kieron Dyer not Bentley

[footyskillz]

Our new McGrath ?

You mean ugo ehiogouo not God

[Pat McMahon]

I have no problem with this signing and should improve us but let's not hype him up too much. I have seen no evidence of leadership or winner mentality from him. He may have "won" a medal as being part of a very very talented squad but he was quite happy to sit on his arse (apart from loan spell with Fiorentina)  and see out his his lucrative contract with city and that's not leadership.

I am pretty much in agreement with Aftab. Richards may see this as a chance to be a key player instead of a benchie, delivering on that potential we saw 8-9 years ago. He could also turn out to be the next David Bentley.

You mean Kieron Dyer not Bentley

No, I mean Bentley. A player of talent who made over 100 appearances by his early 20s but who then just petered out.

[Tony Erdington]

I have no problem with this signing and should improve us but let's not hype him up too much. I have seen no evidence of leadership or winner mentality from him. He may have "won" a medal as being part of a very very talented squad but he was quite happy to sit on his arse (apart from loan spell with Fiorentina)  and see out his his lucrative contract with city and that's not leadership.

I am pretty much in agreement with Aftab. Richards may see this as a chance to be a key player instead of a benchie, delivering on that potential we saw 8-9 years ago. He could also turn out to be the next David Bentley.

You mean Kieron Dyer not Bentley

No, I mean Bentley. A player of talent who made over 100 appearances by his early 20s but who then just petered out.

yes , that's what I knew you meant. he went to spurs with all the hype and er nothing, remember that well

[Godfrey Brian]

He's a step in the right direction and, as a sign of intent is a solid early buy. I think he'll strengthen us at the back and could be a good long term acquisition.

[Toronto Villa]

If he shows the same attitude and application as Scott Sinclair then we will be making a good signing. Sometimes players just need to get to a point of maturity where they realize what they have is a pretty good deal and want to make the most of what is left. Playing careers aren't forever and players who want to make the most of it understand it at different points along the way or they never get it and waste it.

[footyskillz]

I have no problem with this signing and should improve us but let's not hype him up too much. I have seen no evidence of leadership or winner mentality from him. He may have "won" a medal as being part of a very very talented squad but he was quite happy to sit on his arse (apart from loan spell with Fiorentina)  and see out his his lucrative contract with city and that's not leadership.

I am pretty much in agreement with Aftab. Richards may see this as a chance to be a key player instead of a benchie, delivering on that potential we saw 8-9 years ago. He could also turn out to be the next David Bentley.

You mean Kieron Dyer not Bentley

No, I mean Bentley. A player of talent who made over 100 appearances by his early 20s but who then just petered out.

Kieron Dyer played similar role that of right back for England. He had injuries like Richards had. He made his England debut at young age like richards

[footyskillz]

If he shows the same attitude and application as Scott Sinclair then we will be making a good signing. Sometimes players just need to get to a point of maturity where they realize what they have is a pretty good deal and want to make the most of what is left. Playing careers aren't forever and players who want to make the most of it either never get it or understand it at different points along the way.

This

[ciggiesnbeer]

Sorry if old

http://www.theguardian.com/football/2015/jun/12/micah-richards-aston-villa-medical-manchester-city

Quality player good age. Was instrumental in winning the league. Picked us over other clubs and we seem to be paying premier league wages.

I am genuinely delighted.

[CJ]

Sorry if old

http://www.theguardian.com/football/2015/jun/12/micah-richards-aston-villa-medical-manchester-city

Quality player good age. Was instrumental in winning the league. Picked us over other clubs and we seem to be paying premier league wages.

I am genuinely delighted.

Agreed. Except for the sorry if old bit