ChristchurchVillan Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 49 minutes ago, Hoof hearted said: Is it though? The only difference between last season's (on the whole) solid defence and this season's shambles, is John Terry isn't in it. Proof, if needed, that him coming back (or any solid old school centre half like Collins or Huth) is an absolute no-brainer. Get him (or them) in! And the small matter of a goalkeeper who wasn't a total calamity 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted September 12, 2018 VT Supporter Share Posted September 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, ChristchurchVillan said: And the small matter of a goalkeeper who wasn't a total calamity Hes an iternational keeper, he will be fine when he settles. Having JT at the back will help this too! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-R Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I see it at there is no one else out there at this moment in time that could do the job, Terry is the man that in my eyes could sort out the defence. I would even have Terry come in and take over from Bruce, I think Terry has enough experience to go into managing. I just don't think with everything going on, FFP, windows closed, it's obvious that there is only one man for the job. We need Terry bad and that is the sad part about it, we should not of ever been put into this state and that person/persons need to be gone. I've come to terms that someone at Villa, high up, left us in this state and it's absolutely bang out of order, those people involved should come out and own up, and face the backlash. A deal to snap Terry up shouldn't be taking this long, should it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A'Villan Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 (edited) I'm definitely on the fence regarding this one. You can't deny that JT is the only missing piece of last seasons back-line or that his credentials as a defender are anything but impeccable At 38 though he's not quite the athlete he once was. I wonder what exactly we are expecting from him as well as what he will actually contribute. If it's his organisational and motivational qualities that we are in need of, because Bruce is unable to assemble the team accordingly for each opponent, then we are in bigger strife than needing a CB, and we should be very seriously considering JT as a source of inspiration and guide as to how we operate as a footballing outfit. If Bruce is able to identify, implement and maintain an approach from our players which they can see functioning and play with belief under then I don't really see the need for Terry. Edited September 12, 2018 by A'Villan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striker Posted September 12, 2018 Visiting Supporter Share Posted September 12, 2018 Towards the end of last season and in the playoff final Terry was becoming terribly exposed. A season older I would be very concerned relying upon him again for yet another arduous Championship season and I can see why the new owners wouldn’t want to fork out 70 grand per week in wages for that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerCollins29 Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 If he signed, would there be an issue with the number 26. I thought he had a clause last time to say he has to have that number? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 28 minutes ago, GingerCollins29 said: If he signed, would there be an issue with the number 26. I thought he had a clause last time to say he has to have that number? I'm sure a move wouldn't be dependent on that at this stage of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dukes Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 1 hour ago, striker said: Towards the end of last season and in the playoff final Terry was becoming terribly exposed. A season older I would be very concerned relying upon him again for yet another arduous Championship season and I can see why the new owners wouldn’t want to fork out 70 grand per week in wages for that. I totally agree with this, and if the option had been to buy a young dynamic commanding centre back then I would not want Terry back, however without him we are left with Jedinak who is inferior to terry in every way (except possibly heading), and Chester who unfortunately needs a commanding vocal player next to him. I also feel that getting terry would help Nyland to settle, as he organises the defence and it would be one less thing for Nyland to worry about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenjiOgiwara Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I kinda question the competence of a "manager" (and I use that word very loosely here) who can't find a better alternative to our longterm progress than a 38 year old, with a knackered body and huge wages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M_Afro Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I have a feeling that JT was partly, informally managing the team last year. Without him all organisation has disappeared. I would not be surprised to see an instant improvement to our overall play if he does come back. He is much more important to us than his own individual performance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I am caught between the devil and the deep blue sea here. As a centre Half, really not sure, he has slowed, going by back end of last season. organisational and leadership....none better. However, its a lot of money. I think under the circumstances, I hope he signs. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillanousOne Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 still not a shred of evidence to suggest Bruce and the owners want him back, not saying that isn't the case just shocked there hasn't been any statement from the club, or leak suggesting this. Nor is there anything there re Collins or Huth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 3 minutes ago, M_Afro said: I have a feeling that JT was partly, informally managing the team last year. Without him all organisation has disappeared. I would not be surprised to see an instant improvement to our overall play if he does come back. He is much more important to us than his own individual performance. Really has to wonder what Bruce actually does if so. "Doesn't do tactics" Doesn't handle training? Doesn't manage or organize the team? I know he's supposed to be the one behind the improved team spirit, but I'm starting to suspect he's not the one making the s'mores or leading the sing along around the camp fire. Other than having people skills... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M_Afro Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 40 minutes ago, sne said: Really has to wonder what Bruce actually does if so. "Doesn't do tactics" Doesn't handle training? Doesn't manage or organize the team? I know he's supposed to be the one behind the improved team spirit, but I'm starting to suspect he's not the one making the s'mores or leading the sing along around the camp fire. Other than having people skills... Wow. Filled in quite a few gaps there my friend! Perhaps you should purchase a dictionary and look up the meaning of the words “partly” and “informally”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 Just now, M_Afro said: Wow. Filled in quite a few gaps there my friend! Perhaps you should purchase a dictionary and look up the meaning of the words “partly” and “informally”. Was obviously tongue in cheek If nothing else the part about s'mores and camp fire might have been a clue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pitman_Pod Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 I don't want Terry anywhere near the club if talks of £60k a week are true. I'd take James Collins on a sensible wage and re-evaluate in the January transfer window. Probably no truth to either player link though knowing the papers in which case take a punt and just play Tuanzebe in his natural position... and re-evaluate in January; can't be any worse than some of the other selections Bruce has made. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 2 hours ago, VillanousOne said: still not a shred of evidence to suggest Bruce and the owners want him back, not saying that isn't the case just shocked there hasn't been any statement from the club, or leak suggesting this. Nor is there anything there re Collins or Huth. Agreed, I guess the first thing we will hear is when and if, one of the above is pictured at the club on the brink of signing for us. It would be very nice to have a deal done in time for Saturday's game. I'm hoping there is some urgency at the club concerning this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacbuddies Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 2 hours ago, TRO said: I am caught between the devil and the deep blue sea here. As a centre Half, really not sure, he has slowed, going by back end of last season. organisational and leadership....none better. However, its a lot of money. I think under the circumstances, I hope he signs. Money isn't our problem. We have shit loads of it. Our problem is the lack of a decent centre half to partner Chester. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHV Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 1 hour ago, Pitman_Pod said: I don't want Terry anywhere near the club if talks of £60k a week are true. I'd take James Collins on a sensible wage and re-evaluate in the January transfer window. Probably no truth to either player link though knowing the papers in which case take a punt and just play Tuanzebe in his natural position... and re-evaluate in January; can't be any worse than some of the other selections Bruce has made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ingram85 Posted September 12, 2018 Share Posted September 12, 2018 **** me. Hoof ball Collins?! Is Heskey still playing as well? We are short on strikers after all. Some of you lot are mental Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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