tarjei Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 So, what would be the reaction on here if he was let go for no fee and us paying half or more of his wages for the remainder of his contract? I personally think we'd be better off without him, if we ca replace him with a proper winger or a striker. All he ever had was his pace. He is still quick, but not enough that it makes up for his lack of ability. Add to that is his trouble with injuries and lack of fitness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guyavfc Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 He's hardly a disgrace guys. He ain't the best but if we're stupid enough to give him such a great contract he isn't going to be stupid enough to reject it. I'll wish him well, he has provided some fantastic memories over the years. He has just been found out the last few years as whatever talent he did have around him has now gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodders0223 Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 37 minutes ago, guyavfc said: He's hardly a disgrace guys. He ain't the best but if we're stupid enough to give him such a great contract he isn't going to be stupid enough to reject it. I'll wish him well, he has provided some fantastic memories over the years. He has just been found out the last few years as whatever talent he did have around him has now gone. He could at least **** try. My abiding memories of him will be his pitiful stint as Captain under Mcleish where he hid for 3 months and his 45 minute 'performance' against Spurs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanoiVillan Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 That half against Spurs really was a turning point. New manager in the stands, chance to impress, he touches the ball less than ten times and is ridiculed by fellow professionals literally laughing at him at half-time on national TV. They always say first impressions are key - boy, did he **** his up. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntrimBlack Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 5 hours ago, av1 said: I wouldn't get to excited because I can't imagine anyone matching his current salary. Sadly I think Gabby will see out his contract here. I think this is quite likely. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
commander Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 2 hours ago, HanoiVillan said: That half against Spurs really was a turning point. New manager in the stands, chance to impress, he touches the ball less than ten times and is ridiculed by fellow professionals literally laughing at him at half-time on national TV. They always say first impressions are key - boy, did he **** his up. it was appalling but who would've done better when we consider the service? He got nothing. In our IMO best performance of the season Leicester Away he was instrumental in our game that day and stretched the play in a way in which none of other strikers can. Ayew looks better when he's not the only forward, so when it's not Gestede or as it appears unlikely to be Kozak, then Gabby should be ahead of Sinclair IMO. Like someonme else mentioned above he could be like our Heskey (don't laugh) and do the work for Ayew etc to profit from. *fingers crossed* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanoiVillan Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 Mm. The service was shit but so was Gabby to be honest. He didn't get back and show for the ball. It could be argued that everyone was appalling that day, but Gabby was probably bottom of the heap. Unfortunately, the reality is that it's now nearly three seasons since he had a good run of form. It just isn't good enough, and we need to get rid of him. We can't carry him in the Championship (though we may well have to). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dakid007 Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 He's finished at villa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackbauer24 Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Sorry to go against the grain here but we need to keep him. Bar an absolute shock, we'll be in the Championship next year and I think he could do a good job in that division. He may be finished at this level but he'd be useful to keep around in that league - if nothing else hopefully a bit of pride might come back to him if he can get us back up at the first attempt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCJonah Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 I think it's pretty sad how his career has gone. I put it down to him and the way the clubs been. Was easily good enough to help us challenge for the top 4 but only MON was able to get consistent performances from him. Houllier did him no favours, Mcleish made it worse and although there were moments under Lambert, I think the damage had already be done. It's not often you get a youth player be good enough to be a regular starter and captain of your club. I'm filled with regret, I wish it could have been so different, for us and gabby. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KSV Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Party lifestyle hasn't helped. He's always on the piss. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momo Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 I like Gabby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanoiVillan Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 1 hour ago, DCJonah said: I think it's pretty sad how his career has gone. I put it down to him and the way the clubs been. Was easily good enough to help us challenge for the top 4 but only MON was able to get consistent performances from him. Houllier did him no favours, Mcleish made it worse and although there were moments under Lambert, I think the damage had already be done. It's not often you get a youth player be good enough to be a regular starter and captain of your club. I'm filled with regret, I wish it could have been so different, for us and gabby. Good post, that's how I see it too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WooJung Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 You really have to question Lambert's brainpower for extending his contract by 4 years last season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliffy Biro Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Been a parasite here for atleast 4-5 years. Get rid and good riddance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClarrieBlue Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 BT Sport saying he's close to joining West Ham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 him and Carroll could be like the new Carew and Gabby 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClarrieBlue Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Sorry, it's a fake story apparently, posted in good faith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 3 minutes ago, ClarrieBlue said: Sorry, it's a fake story apparently, posted in good faith no worries, i was more shocked than anything that somebody might bid for him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 They can have him for free if they let us win the weekend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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