Gabby

[eamonn]

That's ok then.

[Percy McCarthy]

Has it actually been confirmed yet that it was Gabby playing and not his dad? Jesus, just say no kids or you'll end up looking 50 before your time

I'd be very surprised if he - or anybody else - knew who his dad was.

His dad brought him up, so I think he would.

[saunders_heroes]

Has it actually been confirmed yet that it was Gabby playing and not his dad? Jesus, just say no kids or you'll end up looking 50 before your time

I'd be very surprised if he - or anybody else - knew who his dad was.

His dad brought him up, so I think he would.

A bit of black stereotyping there. I mean why would Agbonlahor not know who his dad is?
We're better than that on here.

[Percy McCarthy]

Has it actually been confirmed yet that it was Gabby playing and not his dad? Jesus, just say no kids or you'll end up looking 50 before your time

I'd be very surprised if he - or anybody else - knew who his dad was.

His dad brought him up, so I think he would.

A bit of black stereotyping there. I mean why would Agbonlahor not know who his dad is?
We're better than that on here.

Usually.

[Ron Manager]

Has it actually been confirmed yet that it was Gabby playing and not his dad? Jesus, just say no kids or you'll end up looking 50 before your time

I'd be very surprised if he - or anybody else - knew who his dad was.

His dad brought him up, so I think he would.

I think he is now reconciled with his mother as well.

[Pete3206]

I quite understand Bruce's position. As much as any of us may be disgusted by past behaviour, the idea of fresh starts to all and giving him incentive by bringing him back into the fold makes total sense.
It achieves hopefully him getting fit, and if he's up to it, having even a back up role during ACN, or getting fit and talked up enough by Bruce to be more likely to be taken by someone. He'd have to go willingly which probably requires him not to be at war with the club.
So as much as some might get a bit grizzly about it, for the sake of the club is it not some pragmatic smart ego/man management by SB?
If he was not currently disrupting, is it really worth cutting off our nose to spite our face?

Absolutely correct. The new boss has made a pragmatic managerial decision to use a player to see if he's of any use.

As for this supposed progress barrier for Hepburn-Murphy, maybe Bruce thinks he's a bit too green at the moment for the current situation we're in.

[The Edge]

Where was young Rushian last night? If his progress is being halted for that tubby waster I'll be very cross.

On England duty

Whoooosh!

[TonyD]

Barton anyone?

[saunders_heroes]

Has it actually been confirmed yet that it was Gabby playing and not his dad? Jesus, just say no kids or you'll end up looking 50 before your time

I'd be very surprised if he - or anybody else - knew who his dad was.

His dad brought him up, so I think he would.

A bit of black stereotyping there. I mean why would Agbonlahor not know who his dad is?
We're better than that on here.

Usually.

His dad is a scientist, and from what I've read he (and his wife) have done a damn fine job in bringing up their kids (who all seem to be successful in life as well).

[Percy McCarthy]

Has it actually been confirmed yet that it was Gabby playing and not his dad? Jesus, just say no kids or you'll end up looking 50 before your time

I'd be very surprised if he - or anybody else - knew who his dad was.

His dad brought him up, so I think he would.

A bit of black stereotyping there. I mean why would Agbonlahor not know who his dad is?
We're better than that on here.

Usually.

His dad is a scientist, and from what I've read he (and his wife) have done a damn fine job in bringing up their kids (who all seem to be successful in life as well).

Just to clarify, I was saying that we're usually better than that on here, and agreeing with your general sentiment.

[Malandro]

That's how it read to me Percy.

As for auntiesledd - Really?

[auntiesledd]

That's how it read to me Percy.

As for auntiesledd - Really?

It wasn't my intention to be racially insensitive, however in hindsight it was a very cheap shot & highly regrettable. I apologise sincerely to those I have offended and 'will make sure I engage what little brain I have before commenting in future. Sorry folks.

[Rudy Can't Fail]

His dad is a scientist, and from what I've read...

Never knew this. A quick search shows that Dr. Samson Agbonlahor (BSc., MSc., PhD., CEng. MIM3. MICorr.) is an expert in the field of mechanical engineering and is called up when 'Expert Testimony' is required. He sounds one very smart chap.

[LeeB]

That's how it read to me Percy.

As for auntiesledd - Really?

It wasn't my intention to be racially insensitive, however in hindsight it was a very cheap shot & highly regrettable. I apologise sincerely to those I have offended and 'will make sure I engage what little brain I have before commenting in future. Sorry folks.

Furry muff.

[footyskillz]

Even though we are entitled to an opinion there are posters on here who have made comments which are un pc and dated and perhaps even offensive if actually spoken to the player , manager or fans they are people too. As well as many many comments on ladies which are primative . Comments made by anyone can be downright rude and narrow minded. Getting ourselves in order first as people and football followers is most important.  That means respecting our own players lescott agbonlahor and Westwood or ex managers like lambert sherwood o neill mcleish and owners ellis and learner . If we are name calling  and judging players , women and president elect trump and expressing , or selectively challenged believes,  then really should we not at least look at our own behaviours.  Even if we are not running for presidency of United states we should be president to our own lives and be responsible. 

I've heard alot of comments on trump and heard alot too what he had to say people are no better in their remarks about him and their supporters  that trump was in his comments.

Similarly alot of negative comments on gabby are mean distasteful and unfair. If people thibk it's easy being a footballer or being any thing well it's not the case.

I think himself has been badly advised and actually the football club need to take a responsibility.  He represents the club is a product of tbe football club . Where was the nurturing from the club over the  years to aid his development.  We can't point the blame at agbonlahor solely.  The system itself has let him down.  Bruce has a son in football and this sort of man can also help give gabby the love to develop and finally blossom.
There is a heck amount of pressure on agbonlahor available and always has been. He's had to cope by making lifestyle choices not always best suited to his career. However the club are responsible and I hope he can now mature into a cultured player as well.
He's clearly liked by fellow team mates and professionals and made friends within the game however he needs to be given focus.