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My prediction is that at the end of the season he will be well in the running for player of the year

We've already proven that we have enough players who can score in this league, so if we don't get a striker that would be just fine for me. But I do think we need a good CB in the squad.

NC made a great deal! The difference between what we paid for DeRidder and receive for Oxo is in no way reflective of the quality lost versus quality gained. Millions in the bank and DeRidder will be setting this season on fire. Oxo was alaways going to leave, this is a brilliant deal

My dad's out there, I think he watched it in the Victoria something, not sure

Was possibly with us at the Crown & Anchor?

It was a real joy watching the game in an English Pub in Vegas with about half a dozen other Saints Fans, most of them on holidays. I have not often seen that many of us out here. Can't think of a better start to the season. COYR

scores from the left, scores from the right. Could become a real fan favorite if he can adjust to English football

I think the issues with players is Adkins likes team players - many of the likes we have been linked with do not appear as team players, more individuals. His methods seem to work - he's got the best out of the squad and they all look to be loving it. It is a developing squad and to be honest some players might be intimidated by the togtherness of the existing squad.

I think any player coming in has to be a bit special - he must have the thumbs up from Adkins (without overloading us with his old boys) and fit in with the squad. Most of all they have got to want to play for Southampton...and believe it or not I think that is where the problem lies. Many people over the years were attracted by lucrative contracts and easy money and no will to win due to expectations. It's different now - sensible money and an air of expectation...it's all pressure!!

Good summing up of the situation. Totally agree!

The Liebherr's spent £13m to purchase SFC. A further £13m to make up the losses after the first year in charge. It must be assumed the loss for last year was just as much if not more.

 

Excuse me if I'm not jumping up and down like a spolit brat demanding them spend another £15m on transfers and wages during the Summer.

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I love that opener against Leeds. Winning it will set the tone for the season, but losing is not an option.

ivan golac. Needs no explanation.

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anywhere between 8 and 12 would be a good first season back in the Championship

The higher the league, the more it is all about the money. To me that means that the financially strong teams, and those enjoying the benefits of a nice big parachute payment coming down from the Prem, have the best chances. If we can spend enough to expand the team with some quality players, and manage to finish in the top ten or so while spending carefully, than I would consider it a successful season. The following season we can than build on what we have and go for promotion.

I am guessing that you post this kind of garbage because it makes you feel somehow superior? I hope that works for you, because nobody else will think that of you.

Only Swansea/Reading and Peterborough/Huddersfield missing and the small matter of 3 months worth of transfers ins/outs.

 

Updated Skybet odds...

 

West Ham 7/1

Leicester 7/1

Birmingham 8/1

Southampton 10/1

Nottingham Forest 10/1

Middlesbrough 10/1

Cardiff 12/1

Brighton 14/1

Burnley 14/1

Blackpool 16/1

Ipswich 16/1

Leeds 20/1

Hull City 25/1

Bristol City 25/1

Millwall 33/1

Coventry 33/1

Derby 33/1

Watford 33/1

Portsmouth 33/1

Crystal Palace 80/1

Barnsley 100/1

Doncaster 100/1

I would be very happy with a finish like that. Play-offs should be possible

We can debate which of those 3 was "best", I just know it wasn't Ivan Katalinić

any teams that we can get in the championship as no-hopers are welcome, so I am rooting for Bompey

Just don't bring us any mediocre scandinavian players. we've had a few good ones in the past, but way too may failures. I would settle for a version 2 of Antii though!

Thanks for the kind words. I'll post anything and everything I can Saints-related when I get a chance.

Any more details about the Vegas trip? Like who is going? A handful of us out here are going to try and see them. Any info you got would be appreciated

Think i'm right in saying Virgin are the only ones with direct flights to Vegas? (From Gatwick)

 

If they go on that flight they'll get into Vegas at 14:10 local time.

No, we now have a daily non-stop from heathrow British Air if I'm not mistaken

Offix - check your email.

 

Fancy a stalk?

No mail. But I DO fancy a stalk if work allows! I'll send you an email @ yahoo again

Oh yeah!! come to my town! the weather is nice

Just wish bridges would be built between the club, LM and MLT, that would be the icing on the cake. Leon Crouch also, for what he done to keep us alive.

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hoping D&R can score 2 quick ones