Zhan_Zhuang Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I'm not as sold on Clark as many are, to be honest. Yes, he's got a nice touch and can do a Cryuff turn, but I don't really care about that for a CB. I think he's quite weak, a bit slow, and has a lot of learning to do at this level. Dunne, we all know how bad (and good) he can be, so at this stage I'd say he's got to be in the starting XI.... perhaps not ideal but let's hope Lambert can get him back to his best. And Cresswell, I've never seen him play that I can remember. Although he seems to be highly rated, and he can't be worse than Warnock. Also seems like Stevens hasn't gotten anywhere near the first team (despite the lack of competition for the place), so may have to be written off as another Eck dud. I suppose whatever happens we're going to have a new look back four come 18/8, and I imagine it's going to be pretty nervy for the most part. What I would say is I think we should be looking at a new CB (Vlaar seems to have all-but fallen through), a new LB (hopefully Cresswell) and potentially another RB - although let's hope Lowton can do enough to secure that spot. I think this season is Clark's time to progress, looking at some footage in the games in the States he seems to have got a bit bulkier? I think the fact he's playing regularly in pre-season means he'll be in the first XI this season with Dunne or significant other CB. Much of the problem with our weak defence last season was due to both Dunne and Collins playing as I feel both players are too alike and often seem to get in each others way and of course Warnock who had a terrible season. Cresswell from the talk i've seen regarding him is a ball player and comfortable in possession. Lichaj too is a neat, tidy and rather quick player. Also and let's not forget KEA and his role to play as ball-winning, defensive and possession minded player and is the type Villa have lacked in quite some time. In a sense KEA could well signify a change in the defence and it's mentality as a result of his style. Hopefully :!: :idea: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamousHolteUnion Posted July 25, 2012 Author Share Posted July 25, 2012 Id take Baines over Cole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazrim Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Cole is at least twice the player Baines is. But I'd have Jessica Alba instead of either. And there would be no time for football... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amo69 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 OT but Ashley Cole is still the best left back in the world with Alba a close 2nd IMO. Yeah can't argue with you there, but I would still take Alba in my team ahead of Cole.. Just personal Preference I guess. Alba's around 9 years younger! Evra was the best around once but he seems to have lost it defensively in recent years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiggyrichard Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 OT but Ashley Cole is still the best left back in the world with Alba a close 2nd IMO. Yeah can't argue with you there, but I would still take Alba in my team ahead of Cole.. Just personal Preference I guess. Alba's around 9 years younger! Evra was the best around once but he seems to have lost it defensively in recent years Evra has never been as good as Cole imo. 1 good season against a career of good seasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amo69 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Off topic but Evra cost around the same as Warnock. Clichy cost alot less in both deals. Not sure how much the Spurs left back cost but i dont think it was too much. Hell United even got Vidic for the price we paid for Dunne. It boggles the mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GarethRDR Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Assou-Ekotto cost ~£4.4m. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 according to reliable sources of Facebook and Twitter we have agreed a 3.25 million deal for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiggyrichard Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 according to reliable sources of Facebook and Twitter we have agreed a 3.25 million deal for him. Cole, Evra or Ekotto? Im confused?!?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCforever1991 Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Alba Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomaszk Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Bring back Danny Earls! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SikhInTrinity Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Interesting you would have thought Ipswich would have denied this story, believe this one has legs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomaszk Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Can't see anything on Twitter about us agreeing a fee? A lot about him staying. Jewell likely to be asked tonight after Ipswich friendly, fingers crossed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philosopher Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Evra cost Man U 6 million. Vidic was 8.5 million.We could go on, Sagna 4.5 million, Zabeleta 7.5, Naughton AND Walker 8 million. Then you have the big money fullbacks! Enrique 10 million, Bosingwa 12 million, Del Hornio 9 million (I think), Cole 16 million. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I can think of one VTer who will be thrilled at having this lad's name on the back of his shirt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOF Posted July 25, 2012 Moderator Share Posted July 25, 2012 Asier del Horno. What a flop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomaszk Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 I can think of one VTer who will be thrilled at having this lad's name on the back of his shirtEx-VTer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Once a VTer , always a VTer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SikhInTrinity Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 He's in squad to play tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted July 25, 2012 Share Posted July 25, 2012 Feck me , never knew we had a match tonight. They've got that signing done quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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