Zatman Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 4 hours ago, VILLAMARV said: I was all aboard the giving him a 1 yr deal etc. Then I remembered he's older than Jedinak. Been undervalued at times imo but great to see him put some good showings together and go out on a high. Good luck for the future and all that. Yep he was always a target as he wasn't entertaining enough. Did a fine job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 Best of luck for the future Glenn and many thanks for your big contribution to our successful promotion campaign. Glenn is a true professional, whose solid midfield performances played a crucial role in our tremendous late run to make the playoffs. He hit a real purple patch and was the rock on which several of our most impressive displays were built during the run in. He certainly knew how to celebrate in style too, as we witnessed at WBA & Wembley. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted June 2, 2019 Moderator Share Posted June 2, 2019 He had a good run over a few months which were I admit crucial but I do think his contribution to the club is being somewhat over done. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brommy Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 We only witnessed Whelan”s true ability when his team mates increased their movement and made themselves available to receive a pass that wasn’t just 5 yards backwards. It must have been very frustrating at times under previous management. I trust Smith and his team to know what they expect of a CDM in the Premier League, to know what Whelan’s current and likely future post match recovery rates were and to know what player(s) is available to fill the role (or at least be confident in their budget to get a decent CDM). Good luck Glen and thanks for the experience and performances you gave, especially in our promotion season. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 49 minutes ago, TrentVilla said: He had a good run over a few months which were I admit crucial but I do think his contribution to the club is being somewhat over done. I dont disagree with your point but Whelan always seemed a target from some fans for no reason since he arrived. So was nice to see him leave on a high 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted June 2, 2019 Moderator Share Posted June 2, 2019 1 minute ago, Zatman said: I dont disagree with your point but Whelan always seemed a target from some fans for no reason since he arrived. So was nice to see him leave on a high I don’t disagree although criticism of his earlier form was justified although it should be tempered by the fact he was playing for a man with the tactical knowledge of a brick. I just think at times get very carried away about players. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 Best of luck Glenn thank you for your service. Was very good last year but think its correct decision. He will struggle at pl level. We need younger legs in that cm area. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TRO Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 (edited) I think Glenn did a job on and off the field and in terms of attitude behind the scenes, played his part in the club getting its soul back. Not the stand out signing, but players like him and Des Bremner, never will be. I take my hat off to a top pro.....but the decision is correct ,sadly for Glenn and the other boys over 30 I express my appreciation to him and remember him for his good games. Edited June 2, 2019 by TRO 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Zen Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 Probably the one I’m most sad to see go, but ultimately it’s the right decision. It has been a pleasure to watch him over these past few months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheStagMan Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 All the best Glenn, thanks for everything. True pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaJ100 Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 18 hours ago, Zatman said: Yep he was always a target as he wasn't entertaining enough. Did a fine job It's not that, it was his glacial speed and passes to the opposition people had problems with. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 4 minutes ago, VillaJ100 said: It's not that, it was his glacial speed and passes to the opposition people had problems with. 4th best passing accuracy in the squad last season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaJ100 Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 26 minutes ago, Zatman said: 4th best passing accuracy in the squad last season That's fine but if 1/200 of the missed ones costs a goal it's not worth it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 9 minutes ago, VillaJ100 said: That's fine but if 1/200 of the missed ones costs a goal it's not worth it that happened once, I would say other players made as many mistakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 I thought we'd keep him for another year but on the same note I didn't realise how old he is. I assumed he was 33, not 35! Good luck Glenn and hope you find a local club so you don't have to move. I think he could do a job back at Stoke or perhaps Derby? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaJ100 Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 29 minutes ago, Zatman said: that happened once, I would say other players made as many mistakes It's happened quite a few times in his time at villa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 5 minutes ago, VillaJ100 said: It's happened quite a few times in his time at villa. I would like to know all these times. From my memory Hourihane, Chester, Nyland, Hutton, Elmo made lot more mistakes leading to goals last season than Whelan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciggiesnbeer Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 (edited) Came in, did his job, left on a high note. Completely proved me wrong. Thank you Glenn Whelan. edit: finally got the second "n" of his name right as well Edited June 2, 2019 by ciggiesnbeer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaJ100 Posted June 2, 2019 Share Posted June 2, 2019 2 hours ago, Zatman said: I would like to know all these times. From my memory Hourihane, Chester, Nyland, Hutton, Elmo made lot more mistakes leading to goals last season than Whelan Last season he was a lot better I have to admit but he was absolutely beyond shocking in 17-18 so its not hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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