Stattmeister

Because the article, which confirmed our £4.5m bid for the player, was published today. I for one was pleased to hear how much we are willing to spend on the right player and demonstrates NC's faith in NA.

Shame if the WHU offer is as stated; I doubt NC would enter into a bidding war. Fingers crossed however!

Their forum talks of seaborne/barney(!) going t'other way? I know it's only speculative, but nonetheless. I'd be less enthused with this move if any core squad players go. They can have someone like Holmes if they fancy it?

Thanks buddy - will look it up!

http://www.ft.com/cms/s/2/9471db52-97bb-11e0-9c37-00144feab49a.html Vaguely related, incredibly interesting read. I suspect NA is of the new breed of manager, and does his homework. If that's the case, then I'm more than happy to go along with his choices.

Belguim's current international team is top drawer (on paper) - loads of big players. I get the point of the OP though.

For what it's worth, not in the 18. Am not suggesting this means anything-simply reporting the facts.

I used to live there. Loved seeing the odd saints fan around. John and co run the Cricketers (used to be on I-drive but I think it's moved?), they're all Chelsea but gave me muchos respect for being Red and White!

I hate to be a pessimist, but if ever we're tempting fate...

Do you think fourth official is Danny Fox's agent maybe? I must confess, he is a very useful source!

Err, yes I did thanks. The Bari article still doesn't confirm the speculation about Pompey however. Simply adding some more supporting evidence of his departure which is not from media reports, but one of the clubs themselves.

Despite last night, I would still love someone like Jay Rod on the bus. I've every confidence that NC will ensure the best financial deal possible, and that is after NA has ensured that the player brings more to our current squad, and most importantly fits in with the current team spirit.

http://www.asbari.it/societa/archivio-news/3629-erik-huseklepp-saluta-bari.html Sorry to drag up an older thread. Looks like he is off to England - I couldn't see where too though?

That is some incredibly sleuthing. I salute you sir.

Welcome Danny... Bit of Leighton Baines about him; I look forward to seeing his set piece delivery, and bombing forward. Does beg the question of how much money we're prepared to spend on our known weak points in the squad (I.e. CB and CF) if we're spending a reputed £1.5-2m in a player that, whilst enhances our squad, we wouldn't have called a weak area.exciting times indeed!

They're not best pleased with the board there are they?! One of their "ITK" claims Fox didn't want to come here -I remember that palarver with Jose, and look how that's turned out! If we are geniunely are after Rodriguez, it's possible we'll see rioting in Burnley.

He also references the possibility of Bridge/Keane so am not too trusting. It was fun for 5 mins anyway.

http://twitter.com/#!/EmmanuelF4 ignoring the slightly interesting street spelling, I see the "young english" player comment. certainly looks a done deal... now who to replace/spend on? CB and Striekr still for me - but who, I don't know. Someone mentioned we may get priced out of players now they know we have cash.

Fourth_Official Fourth Official Seems the Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain transfer could be key to Samir Nasri's future #MCFC Straight into the 1st team??? Seriously, Wenger needs to get himself some defenders first, but £12m + £3m? Thank you Alex, thank you Mr Wenger. Onwards and upwards!

Oops, sorry for repeat... is he not just yanking our chains? Is he associated with anyone down the road?

Fourth_Official Fourth Official Championship winner; Southampton 12/1 #worthapunt 1 minute ago Is this guy a wind up merchant?!?

I tell you what though, Frazier Campbell could be a good punt...

Not seen much of Waghorn - he doesn't strike me as prolific though. Exciting times nonetheless, am just hoping there is no smoke without fire!

If he's throwing "massive" bids around, he can be on the front starkers I've decided.

Has this guy got previous? He may be a legit agent, but does any of it come to fruition?