Mazrim

So you were told Bent is in Mere Green. You didn't actually see him yourself?

A few of the lads in my office went over there for lunch and they saw him. They are dirty noses and came back going mad about it. Obviously I knew i'd get abused for posting it but....bovvered.

I'm not abusing you. I just wanted to know if you saw him or somebody else did.

I usually hear the odd thing but I havent heard much lately. There is so many new staff at VP now that its hard to find anything out. Everything is very hush hush at the moment.

I think a few deals have already been tied up though. There are still a hell of a lot of people on holidays. Players, managers and agents included. Plus, nothing official can really be announced yet as the window isnt open. For all we know, ALL our targets could be tied up already.

A bit of bondage to pass the time until July 1st eh Mazrim.

It cant hurt.

Oh wait....it does.

I usually hear the odd thing but I havent heard much lately. There is so many new staff at VP now that its hard to find anything out. Everything is very hush hush at the moment.

I think a few deals have already been tied up though. There are still a hell of a lot of people on holidays. Players, managers and agents included. Plus, nothing official can really be announced yet as the window isnt open. For all we know, ALL our targets could be tied up already.

So you were told Bent is in Mere Green. You didn't actually see him yourself?

Mere Green is nowhere near Tottenham though.

In fairness, I'd like to punch Damien Johnson too.

Bramble is nailed on for Blose.

Welcome to La Season d'silly.

I can confirm we are 100% NOT signing Titus "****" Bramble

So he is not at the Belfry at the moment having talks with the Villa as I was told 20 minutes ago?

Correct.

I can confirm we are 100% NOT signing Titus "****" Bramble

To all the panickers. Just so you know, I'm going to sit here and have a good laugh at your expense.

We only tried to get Klos because Sorensen and Taylor were injured remember.

If Liverpool werent so negative thingking they may have won against a pretty ordinary Milan (on the night anyway). But yes, they have bought so may good defensive midfielders hoping one will click alongside Gerrard. Too many average Spanish or spanish speaking players though. Thats their problem.

On the flip side we have a few decent all round midfielders in Petrov Barry and Gardner but could do with a couple of players in there. One an attacking midfielder and a player to break up play and has a bit of quality on the ball too.

I still think Kallstrom and Sneijder would be more than suitable if we could get them.

I have a slightly more sophisticated system of deciding how good a player is than how many caps he has for an U21 side or if Man Utd have noticed him and made a bid to be honest.

Also, I have been watching Gardner in reserves for a year or two and have formed my opinion on that. And I am sure he is a better player now, if not as experienced. I dont recall seeing NRC smashing volleys in after making perfectly timed runs and playing in several positions when called upon.

Come to think of it, I've never seen NRC doining anything of note particularly. A good player but limited. Gardner has awesome potential. One day you might notice.

You mean when NRC left for Man Utd? I dont remember that one.

Its nothing to do with Claret and Blue specs. Just knowing a player when I see one. He just happens to be a Villa player.

NRC is better than Gardner.

No he isnt. Gardner will be at least twice the player NRC is.

Anyway. I think we should be looking at Kim Kallstrom. A good all round midfielder. Tall, strong and a good range of passing. Ideally suited for the PL. Kallstrom and Sneijder would be perfect for us.

You can discuss whatever you wish with whoever you wish but registrations cannot change hands until the window is open.

Personally I'd keep Bouma at LB with Barry, Ridewell and O'Halloran as back up. Its not like Bouma isnt a top class experienced player.

Is Taylor really all that good? I mean, yes he scores spectacular goals but there doesnt seem to be much else. Like another Hitzlsperger to be honest.

Whilst I personally dont care what other clubs are doing. It isnt neccesary to update us every hour. Also, I dont see how showing everybody elses comings and goings will asuage anybody's misplaced anxiety.

Oh erm...... :?

I thought it was a piss take. Nobody is actually panicking are they? That would be utterly ludicrous.

In light of Jagielka wanting to get into the England squad I am announcing that I too am looking to get into the England squad.

I was half considering that same pun BOF. :winkold:

I'd rather play Zoltan Steiber a young hungry up and coming player or Maloney, approaching his prime than put a busted flush like Kewell in their way. How is Kewell, who has seen his best days gone and his dream move a complete failure supposed to motivate himself in a Villa shirt for the few games he can be arsed to play in? If MON sees it differently, fair enough. But I doubt it.

A lot of people forget (or just choose to ignore) the clout this club has now, what with IMG guys on board and massive resources to attract top players and yet many people still want to believe that we'll sign all these cast offs and miss out on every top player we have the cheek to enquire about.

As for Kewell, yes he used to be a top player for Leeds. So did Bowyer. Both have done shag all since then and thats how it will stay by all accounts.

Anyway, Berger is a senior left sided player and if we signed Kewell he would be in competition with him. Do we really need another one?

I wouldn't be too suprised to be honest.

"He answered the phone and it sounded like he was wearing Klompen!"