Summer transfer, gossip, speculation and the usual butter ollocks thread

[SoccerHQ]

Have we written Wesley off for the season?

If he's back in November and looks o.k I can see Samatta leaving in January window.

Actually good point on the squad. If he's not named in it he won't be able to play until January anyway.

[Rudy Can't Fail]

Well Ashley Preece said
"Wesley flew back to Birmingham from Brazil to continue his recovery. Still a long, long way away. No.9 will be eyeing a pre-Christmas comeback. "

He could have at least named his source as Vinnie. Only japing, Ashley. (waves)

[mr underhill]

Rashica isn't coming. IMO. But I wish he was.

[ozzjim]

It certainly feels that way. He looks like the next level up to what we have and would genuinely improve our team, so guess that is where the disappointment comes in if it doesn't come off.

[Ads]

The Italian John Percy said yesterday talks were ongoing with Rashica. Gregg Evans and the actual John Percy said the same. It might happen, it might not, but no speculation in the speculation room please gentlemen.

[ASHTONVILLA]

It's always a worry when fans are glad to see a player go.  I hope we know what we're getting with Traore

In fairness, I'd you read this forum when Adama left you saw the same. He was a fast tricky headless chicken for us, and has since become a very good player.

Let's hope this Traore had that period for Lyon and becomes a very good player for us.

I haven't written off Trez or El Ghazi yet either. Having enough competition may allow them more space to develop. I honestly think Trez will become an important player for us.

[brian green]

Adama Traore was a fast tricky player Notts County shipped four yellow cards two of which should have been red chopping down.  His potential to become the player for us that he has for others was there for anybody with eyes and a brain in their head to see.

[ozzjim]

Yeah I think I would have used Westwood as the example. Villa fans were happy to see him go, but been excellent in a different style for Burnley.

[Risso]

Yeah I think I would have used Westwood as the example. Villa fans were happy to see him go, but been excellent in a different style for Burnley.

I still wouldn't want him back though.

[Mister E]

Eze was one of the players we should have signed. I think he'll be excellent.

[ozzjim]

Eze was one of the players we should have signed. I think he'll be excellent.

A lot of people reported that he wanted to stay in London though.

[dicedlam]

Adama Traore was a fast tricky player Notts County shipped four yellow cards two of which should have been red chopping down.  His potential to become the player for us that he has for others was there for anybody with eyes and a brain in their head to see.

I was sitting in the lower trinity for that game and was amazed at the speed and talent of Traore.
You were right Brian, a couple of those tackles were awful and should of been red cards.

[frank black]

Adama Traore was a fast tricky player Notts County shipped four yellow cards two of which should have been red chopping down.  His potential to become the player for us that he has for others was there for anybody with eyes and a brain in their head to see.

TBF he always had that ability. Barcelona and Villa saw that, but unfortunately neither had the patience to see him actual add effectiveness to his repertoire. I have to confess that I didn’t expect him to develop it either (headless chicken that he was). Although I would add that he stills goes missing for prolonged periods and frustrates the hell out of supporters....Not sure he’ll ever move on from Wolves

[Clampy]

Adama Traore was a fast tricky player Notts County shipped four yellow cards two of which should have been red chopping down.  His potential to become the player for us that he has for others was there for anybody with eyes and a brain in their head to see.

TBF he always had that ability. Barcelona and Villa saw that, but unfortunately neither had the patience to see him actual add effectiveness to his repertoire. I have to confess that I didn’t expect him to develop it either (headless chicken that he was). Although I would add that he stills goes missing for prolonged periods and frustrates the hell out of supporters....Not sure he’ll ever move on from Wolves

Maybe Barcelona didn't have the patience but i'm not sure that accusation could been aimed at us.

[ktvillan]

Adama Traore needed coaching to harness and direct his natural ability - he didn't get that with us, nor at Boro.  Nuno got him playing just by getting him to slow down a bit and lift his head up more to see his options.

From the highlights reels, Rashica looks way better than B Traore based on end product.  Traore reminds me a bit of two players. Kodija - plenty of skill but poor decision making and going himself when a pass would be better,.  Also Jack a few years ago, lots of neat little tricks on the ball but not much to show for it in terms of goals and chances.  Jack obviously became much much better but his limitations back then were more from inexperience/youth, whereas Traore's won't be.