The Fun Factory Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 Well that was random Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Griffin Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 1 minute ago, Jareth said: I think he's a great pick up for exactly what we need - but wonder why Arsenal let him run his contract down though Don't they do that with just about nearly all their players, the only one I can think of that they renewed a contract for recently is Aubameyang. The exception is ESR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwi1890 Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 3 minutes ago, Jareth said: I think he's a great pick up for exactly what we need - but wonder why Arsenal let him run his contract down though Wonder what Arsenal are doing? There’s literally no logic to what Arsenal do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom13 Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 32 minutes ago, Peter Griffin said: And despite you saying you weren't joking I definitely thought you were 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villaslash Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Hopefully works out as well as when we bought Arsenal’s backup goalkeeper. You know- what’s his name makes perfect sense to me. Back up RCB and RB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laughable Chimp Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 7 minutes ago, gwi1890 said: Wonder what Arsenal are doing? There’s literally no logic to what Arsenal do. Probably just don't think he's good enough. I mean let's be honest, we're signing this guy as a 3rd/4th choice CB as well as cover for RB. He probably isn't very good. Just good enough for cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sidcow Posted January 28, 2022 VT Supporter Popular Post Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Made In Aston said: If we signed Mbappe on deadline day I reckon there would be some who would turn it into a negative. What a flippant comment. 1) His wages would be obscene 2) It would be a massive gamble, he's completely unproven in the PL 3) He would only be using us as a stepping stone to Liverpool anyway. 4) In 5 years time he would be 28 and past it. I rest my case M'lud. 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Griffin Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 minute ago, sidcow said: What a flippant comment. 1) His wages would be obscene 2) It would be a massive gamble, he's completely unproven in the PL 3) He would only be using us as a stepping stone to Liverpool anyway. 4) In 5 years time he would be 28 and past it. I rest my case M'lud. In fairness, I think he would make a great DCM with the right coaching. We may be missing a trick here 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 8 minutes ago, Laughable Chimp said: Probably just don't think he's good enough. I mean let's be honest, we're signing this guy as a 3rd/4th choice CB as well as cover for RB. He probably isn't very good. Just good enough for cover. I'd take over Gabriel and Holding. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bannedfromHandV Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 I’d be keen to know the terms of this transfer around how much playing time he’s expecting. Surely he’s not joined us to sit on our bench instead of Arsenals and I don’t see him as good enough to dislodge Mings, Konsa or Cash. It’s good cover along with Hause and Targett for the defence, but for the starting XI, I don’t know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, sidcow said: So just to be clear, the press know absolutely **** all about our business. Literally nothing. even the great Percy has missed a few of our recent signings. The club has stopped leaking to any journos now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striker Posted January 28, 2022 Visiting Supporter Share Posted January 28, 2022 Surprise signing yes but more than a tad underwhelming as every time I’ve seen him playing for the gunners he’s been dogshit. Tuanzebe was a much better back up so for Villa’s sake I hope he doesn’t get too much game time. Surprised Gerrard sanctioned this and no I don’t believe Newcastle would have wanted him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMightyVillans Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Short term for the remainder of the season this is a cracking signing. Not sure how this will feel in the summer though when we need to be pushing on. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 (edited) I think its a good bit of business, when you weigh up all the factors. He is a functional signing and in view of the shortage of defenders in our squad, he is welcome, imo.....and I see similar type players in the prem, with other clubs, who seem to be doing ok. He isn't a marquee signing and wasn't meant to be....but he is a bit of a utility player and that is very useful....sounds like he is pleased to join us too. sound move by Villa, on this. Edited January 28, 2022 by TRO 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KentVillan Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Peter Griffin said: In fairness, I think he would make a great DCM with the right coaching. We may be missing a trick here M’Bappe is only 5’10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a-k Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Is this another ploy by Arsenal to get their next match postponed? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TRO Posted January 28, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted January 28, 2022 (edited) Paul McGrath wasn't wanted either, when he left,dodgy knees to boot......that was a modest fee too. Lets see the kid play in Claret & Blue, before we assassinate him. Edited January 28, 2022 by TRO 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, bannedfromHandV said: I’d be keen to know the terms of this transfer around how much playing time he’s expecting. Surely he’s not joined us to sit on our bench instead of Arsenals and I don’t see him as good enough to dislodge Mings, Konsa or Cash. It’s good cover along with Hause and Targett for the defence, but for the starting XI, I don’t know. Its competition, they have to fight for the shirt....if he does that and eclipses the current 2 centre backs , that is what competition is. for too long, many of our players have had no one to challenge them.....thats unhealthy. He might be a dud, but he might surprise us too.....no big fee, what is there to lose? SG wants competition and isn't bothered about, sulky faces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom13 Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Phil Silvers said: I'd take over Gabriel and Holding. You'd take Chambers over Gabriel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMightyVillans Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 I wonder what the chances are that he will play CDM until Nakamba is fit if we don't get a CDM before the end of transfer window. He would definitely add some height to the midfield 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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