S-Clarke

I guess, going by your name - you're a bit more aware of him than most English fans?

We were never ever going to challenge for the champions league though, it was probably a little nativity at the time that made them think it was possible - that's fairy tale stuff really and requires a massive amount of money, which I cant see us spending. So being a team that finishes between 6-10 in the premiership is fine with me. I think even that is probably slightly above our level, I'd say in reality at best we're a mid-table prem club (14/15th etc).

Got any names? Didn't ever see Lambo leaving, I think he's genuinely settled here and in the area. Not moaning at The9 though, he's only passing on what he's heard.

Not good enough IMO, underwhelmed.

He's just a very passionate and driven man. Name me a director or a boss that is loved by all of their employees? He's going to rub people up the wrong way (that's the nature of his position) but he's getting the results, you cannot deny that. So I'm happy and I'd think the majority of the support base is happy.

He did mention spasm in one of his interviews, back at ya.

You've hit on the point there....the people that are ''against'' the club at the moment are those who have had their access and special treatment removed. It's no longer a family club to them because of that. Now we're a professionally run brand. (with a very successful football team that some people seem to forget)

There isn't anything wrong at the club that's worth talking about. Enjoy it, because if you can't - you'll never enjoy supporting saints.

Davis is number one and will stay number 1. But we're very lucky to have someone like Bart in backup, who seems content to wait for his time.

I think it's just an excuse to moan tbh. There is very little wrong at this football club these days, we're in a fantastic place. So you'll get these very menial debates over nothing of real importance. Bring on the season, please.

He was at St Mary's on saturday though:

If he was going anywhere he wouldn't have just signed a new 3 year deal. He's got a back spasm, will train again tomorrow and will be in the starting 11 for WBA.

I "think" (correct me if I'm wrong someone) that it was Aaron Racine - the young academy CB.

He has been told he can leave by Bruce, so this comes as no surprise. If true, the fee does though....way inflated for a player that was abysmal for Doncaster last season. I'm confident there's a good player in there (as he showed at Sheff U and Leeds) but I wouldn't pay £2m based on last seasons showing.

Yeah, Adkins was quite clear in that De Ridder can play anywhere across the front...on the shoulder/in behind etc. I think he's our alternative striker, and also our alternative winger. 2 players in 1 i guess.

He seems a lovely lad. really down to earth...look forward to seeing him play! (poss Wednesday?)

Has it been confirmed then? Can't see it anywhere..

TBH it was an absolute bargain for what was on offer. 3 matches, a free fair for the family.....a real bargain, which is why I was also suprised at the low numbers.

Yeah looked good, held it up well and has a decent turn of pace about him. Hopefully he can step up...

It looked really good, simplistic but effective. Good effort everyone.

I really like it, looks really smart in the flesh.

You crack me up! You will not lie down will you...

I think we can see that there a few children on this thread as well!...

It's not about getting up this year though, we'll give it a good go but I won't loose sleep if we fail. We'll be stronger next year.

People on here live in the world of football manager, where you build a new team ever year. In reality, it's never like that - but it must mean we're skint.