AVTuco Posted July 13, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted July 13, 2014 (edited) I reckon most people consider 'best offer' to mean wages. But if that's what the quoted posters meant, though true, it's a pretty pointless thing to say. It's like when someone says, "You'll find your keys in the last place you look", which is true because you then stop looking. Wasn't that his point Rob? That it was pointless, I mean. Edited July 13, 2014 by AVTuco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srsmithusa Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Good signing imo. Versatile, experienced and better than what we currently have. Haven't you heard? He can't be any good, because the club he just signed with is crap. #circulargloom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heid3ster Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 While I agree with a lot of that I still don't think any of them had better offers. Okay. I think Cole and Richardson did have better offers and chose to come here instead (though I suspect Senderos didn't). I guess neither of us really knows who's right. It's not really relevant, though. What's relevant is how they do for us now that they're here. Hope they all have good seasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCforever1991 Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Good signing imo. Versatile, experienced and better than what we currently have. Haven't you heard? He can't be any good, because the club he just signed with is crap. #circulargloom oh have you not heard, it was my understanding that everyone had heard... 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El-Reacho Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 With Guzan, Senderos, Vlaar, Hutton, Richardson, Cole, and Bent potentially in the line up it's an interesting turn around for Lambert. It will be a bit closer to what he had at Norwich which was largely a success. There's quality somewhere in those players if he can dig deep and tap into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodders0223 Posted July 15, 2014 Share Posted July 15, 2014 With Guzan, Senderos, Vlaar, Hutton, Richardson, Cole, and Bent potentially in the line up it's an interesting turn around for Lambert. It will be a bit closer to what he had at Norwich which was largely a success. There's quality somewhere in those players if he can dig deep and tap into it. There is no quality in Senderos, not a smidgen. I think Richardson and Cole will surpirse quite a few people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villarocker Posted August 10, 2014 Share Posted August 10, 2014 Does anyone know how Richardson has been performing in our other pre-season games? I thought he was yesterday against Parma. Time for him to get used to his teammates of course but he didn't look an improvement on anyone else we already had at the club IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butterfingers Posted August 10, 2014 Share Posted August 10, 2014 You could say the same about anyone out there yesterday with the exception of Grealish. I've always liked the look of Richardson and was pleased we signed him. The difference this summer is that we're signing players who have proved that they can play at this level rather than gamble with unknowns from abroad or the lower leagues. it is a tactic often used by newly promoted sides and teams who know they're in for a rough ride to stay in the division. It may not set the world alight but it will hopefully be enough to avoid relegation. This sadly, is the only aim for the forthcoming season. As others have pointed out, with the budget available and restraints on wages, there will not be any marque signings. I think its an absolute disgrace that AVFC should operate in such a way, with even teams such as Hull, Sunderland, West Ham, Stoke etc looking down their noses at us. We are where we are, have been for some time now, you're only kidding yourself by expecting anything more. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozvillafan Posted August 17, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted August 17, 2014 Surprised to find this thread off the front page given he made his debut yesterday.... ... and did a good job too, imo. Worked hard in an advanced role and set up what should have been our opener through sheer bloodymindedness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 decent 1st half was quiet for 2nd though. not a bad performance, its just that players like senderos and hutton did so well yesterday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 There is no quality in Senderos, not a smidgen. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunnski Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 His effort and determination were top notch yesterday. I can see why Keano supposedly recommended him. He was constantly popping up in both 18 yard boxes and made a really important contribution to us getting the victory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnStortford Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Seemed like he was everywhere yesterday and he set up what should've been a goal by chasing what looked to be a hopeless ball Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyLord Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Absolute quality yesterday, MOTM for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaChris Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Good workrate, o.k passer. Long term not a starter every week for me but can come in for some games on occasions and play well, same with Bacuna. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCJonah Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Wouldn't say he looked quality, I thought he worked hard and did some simple things well. Wasn't a massive threat and i'm not sure that's his best position. I would prefer to see him more of a wide player. And a really stupid free kick to give away near the end. Looks a positive signing though and one that will add to the squad this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurtsimonw Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Worked hard and had a good game yesterday. He's a good utility player to have in case of injuries too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osmark86 Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I'm pretty pleased with the work he put in yesterday and I thought he performed great. Not to get ahead of myself, but if we can carry on looking like a unit like we did against Stoke, this season shouldn't be as horrific as last season. I still think we might struggle for a couple of spells, but I'm very happy to see some more discipline on the pitch and that can only work in our favor. I think Richardson will be a good asset for Villa during the season and I'm glad to see him here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted August 18, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted August 18, 2014 Got The Guardian's Man of the Match for Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SikhInTrinity Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 He was key in not letting N'Zonzi and Whelan dictate the play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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