Richard Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I would be absolutely flabbergasted if MON is allowed to make any decision on this in isolation, given the level of fee that is being spoken about. On the one hand Randy is this top business man looking after the best interests of the club yet on the other we have a potential receipt of approaching 30M which will help the business plan for the club, sort out some debt or on it's own fund the whole summer's transfer fees and thus allow the club to "live within its means" and the owner (this op businessman) will allow a non businessman to make the decision on his own? I think that is a little naive and disingenuous to Randy personally Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFC-Prideofbrum Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 Good to see us reject the bid so quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 Be interesting if he comes out with the standard "It's always flattering to be linked to a big club" statement Could even a modern day footballer be that stupid?!? If it was United, Chelski, Barca etc then fair enough, but it would be like suicide to say that in relation to City, a club by the way that we are still at the moment larger than. I appreciate that will quickly be erased once they win something.Depends if he says bigger or , as per my post, ecludes the ger and goes for the big Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cjamesk Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 Was it quite a diplomatic interview? I`m at work so I missed it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOF Posted May 20, 2010 Moderator Share Posted May 20, 2010 I would be absolutely flabbergasted if MON is allowed to make any decision on this in isolation, given the level of fee that is being spoken about. On the one hand Randy is this top business man looking after the best interests of the club yet on the other we have a potential receipt of approaching 30M which will help the business plan for the club, sort out some debt or on it's own fund the whole summer's transfer fees and thus allow the club to "live within its means" and the owner (this op businessman) will allow a non businessman to make the decision on his own? I think that is a little naive and disingenuous to Randy personally I think Randy's approach will be "Martin, here is your opportunity for a summer warchest. Take it if you want it, or don't take it if you would rather keep James". And the decision will lay firmly at Martin's feet. I think you have misused the word 'disingenuous' too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheltenham_villa Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 would people want him to stay if he doesnt sign a new contract? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reality Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 If he wants to go let him go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1968 Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 20m and joe hart with steven ireland. We have something they want amd they are loaded . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Dogg Posted May 20, 2010 Author Share Posted May 20, 2010 :| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knowles Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I think its very fair if we issue a statement saying 25 million plus Steven Ireland and Micah Richards or just 40 million in cash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 If he wants to go let him go.Similarly if the club want him gone, let him go Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YLN Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 Football 365 James Milner is content to put his club future on hold until after the World Cup but admits he does not know if he will still be at Aston Villa next season. Milner insists he is focused 100% on helping England achieve glory in South Africa. But the midfielder is in demand after an outstanding season, with Manchester City tabling a £20million bid on Wednesday for the 24-year-old which was instantly rejected by Villa. Milner has two years remaining of his current deal at Villa Park which he signed when he made a club record £12million switch from Newcastle in the summer of 2008. He is due to hold talks over a new contract but is adamant his priority is helping Fabio Capello's side in South Africa - assuming he is part of the final 23-man squad. Milner said: "Do I expect to be at Villa next season? I don't know. I've worked as hard as I can and concentrated on club football while the season has been on. "Now it has finished, I'm focusing on England - and that's the only thing I am focusing on. "The speculation about my own future is not distracting. There are always going to be rumours about every player in every club when the transfer window opens. "To be linked with any clubs is flattering but I'm just concentrating on England at this time. "The season finished at Villa a week and a bit ago and we all said we would discuss it (my future) after the World Cup. "I've enjoyed my time at Aston Villa, it's a good club, we've had a lot of success this season, came close in two competitions, and we are moving forward." Capello recently described Milner as "the future" for England and he has made great strides this season at Villa after being switched into a central midfield role by manager Martin O'Neill. But the PFA Young Player Of The Year is determined not to rest on his laurels. He said: "It is nice to hear praise from any manager but it is then down to you to prove that correct and drive on again and try and improve again. "You can't stand still especially with the competition that is about. You just want to become the best player possible and do as well as you can every time you train or play a game. "Have I improved? You would like to think you've improved every season and I am lucky enough to be working at a good club with a great manager and staff and some very good players. "There are some very good players here with England and, if you can't learn anything from playing with those sort of players, you are going to struggle. "I'll just keep playing as well as I can and hopefully force my way into the 23." Milner is the most capped player for England at Under-21 level but knows the World Cup will be an extra step up. He said: "The World Cup is the biggest competition you can play in. The whole world is watching. "As a player, you want to play against the best players, test yourself, and play in the best tournaments, whether its the Champions League or World Cups. "Every player is desperate to get on the plane to South Africa and prove themselves on the biggest stage." Milner poses a biggest threat as an attack-minded midfielder but is ready to drop anchor and fill the void left by the more defensive-orientated Gareth Barry if his former Villa team-mate is ruled out through injury. He said: "Whether there is a role for me in place of Gareth is down to the manager. If he asks me to play there, I'll be prepared to play there. "I've played there most of the season. I'm happy there, there is no difference to playing there than with your club. I'll be happy to play there." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
err1 Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 i'd sell him for ~25m or 15+ireland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 "To be linked with any clubs is flattering but I'm just concentrating on England at this time excellent. Not exactly firm committment there to staying with us. Bye bye James. AT least as fans we had a glimpse of the future for a short time The only thing we can do now is get the best possible deal for us. I'd Take Tevez and Ireland please or 30M and Ireland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest av1 Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 Not exactly firm committment there to staying with us. Bye bye James. AT least as fans we had a glimpse of the future for a short time Most would agree that, if they want him, they will get him. Bye james. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shillzz Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I think this is a neither here nor there. Basically as good as not committing either way, bypassing the question if you will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaztonVilla Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 "To be linked with any clubs is flattering but I'm just concentrating on England at this time excellent. Not exactly firm committment there to staying with us. Bye bye James. AT least as fans we had a glimpse of the future for a short time The only thing we can do now is get the best possible deal for us. I'd Take Tevez and Ireland please or 30M and Ireland Ok, devils advocate time.. What would you like him to have said? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maradona10 Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 Even if he left, i couldn't hate Milner! On his interview, don't know what he could have said to be honest! He will discuss when he gets back simple as! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chappy Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 hmmm. i wait intently until after the world cup, when i think he will either sign a new contract or be sold within 5 days of england's exit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest av1 Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I would ask for Hart Richards SWP Ireland tevez Lets see how bad they want him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts