Saint Mikey

SISU’s attempted takeover was also a lucky escape. Given the way they completely destroyed Coventry, it’s at least one thing to thank Lowe for. That and the stadium, I guess.

Hopefully a return of the big Draper patch like the 89/90 season! Proper kit nostalgia.

This is a new take on sunk cost fallacy.

Agree that Leicester look gone. However, Leeds are playing West Ham away after they've had a trip to Alkmaar midweek, I can see them getting at least a point out of that. Then they have Spurs at home, who are absolutely pitiful at the moment. I can see them getting a win in that game. Same with Everton though. Wolves away, which they should get at least a point and Bournemouth at home which they should win. Gonna be tight.

Hmmm. Where did I say he would automatically drop down? I said he may be worth a shout. I.e. we may consider him a good fit and he may consider coming to us. Club Captain really means fuck-all and I think you know that. He's 29 and if he wants to play games it's either going to be with a newly promoted side, or with a club like us who should really have a decent chance of being promoted in the next couple of seasons.

Jamal Lascelles may be worth a shout to give us some physicality, experience and leadership. Not the best technically, but would be a leader and knows the Championship. 1 year left at Newcastle and clearly not going to even be in the squad next season. We need players through the spine like this to supplement the decent young players we have.

Clearly has severe mental and physical health difficulties, I'm amazed he's still about. Feel sorry for the guy. What a life, spending your entire time being tormented and abused by kids and divs.

You may find some hope in this article! https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/52475052 Disclaimer: We're still going down.

33 apps including cup, 24 in the PL (more than last season). 2 goals.

This sums up where we are with this now. People protest against an event, then a counter protest is also organised. Turns out the event is an old listing and not even scheduled to go ahead! Haven't people got better things to do with their time?! https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-64913587

With Utd still in the competition it gives us a better chance of some points. They’ll have less time to prepare and will have decisions to make on the squad. Hopefully they have a tough away game on that Thursday before we play them. Also hoping Rashford picks up an injury before then!

Chelsea also have a stack of new players that are bound to get their first goal for the club. Add in any out of form players to briefly play like world beaters and Mount's customary 1 or 2 goals and we're looking at a pasting.

Why don't we build an option for further years into the contract. Not sure if we've ever done that? Would mitigate the scenario where a player takes a little time to bed in, but then looks good and only has a year left. Of course, with all contracts the player has to agree and it may not be in their best interests to sign a potentially longer deal.

I personally say that it's bollocks. A player who's had very little first team experience is not going to be on that kind of money. Looking at the list, much more experienced GK's (Steele & Randolph) are both (apparently) earning less than that amount. They also listed Carson as earning £38k per year, so not sure the accuracy can be relied on.

We’ve had a few of those. Rojo and Buttner too, who were never going to join after Utd’s interest.

Quality hat-trick that, I remember it well. A lot of good goals that season. Russell Osman scored a couple of excellent free-kicks, against Everton and Coventry (last game of the season).

Djenepo has played LWB and LB, so could play both roles on the right (being right footed). Doesn’t inspire a huge amount of confidence, but it’s an option.

I'm disappointed he didn't play on, if it was only a dislocated shoulder. He only needed to look to a fellow countryman for inspiration. FFS.

Because he’s not good enough at this level, as demonstrated in the last two seasons. He’s doing well, but I’ve also watched games where he’s been poor this year. His technique and decision making is nowhere near Prem level, and he’s not young. I expect him to be a bit like Obafemi - decent in the Champ where you’ll get a run of games and plenty of chances, but not good enough for the Prem where you need to be clinical.

Anyone know if ABK played in any games v Dortmund last year, and, if so - how did he get on against Haaland?

Given the career trajectory of both of these players, it looks like Ralph was right. Many players are very highly rated at 16 years old. Most of them don't make it (certainly not in the Prem), that's just professional football.

With also the most risk. Every club in Premier League history must have spent big on an attacker/striker only for it not to come off. We're aware of our own high profile failures, but West Ham spent a fortune year on year with no value added to the team, until recently.

Looks like a good signing. Who was the last player we signed from Arsenal? Hoping he makes more of an impact than Perry Groves! Always felt that Luis Boa Morte didn’t get a fair crack of the whip, and turned out to be decent at Prem level.

Nice to see Ralph celebrate with the coaching team at the end. Don’t think that aspect can be overlooked, we were desperate for a shake up in that area. New methods, tactics and ideas are obviously contributing to our performances, along with the new players.

Some people just need to worry. For these people, supporting us is an excellent choice as there is plenty to piss your pants over, should you feel like it.