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Drew will be gutted if he has to leave Saints. They are all he wants to play for. The only way he will go is if Saints say they want to sell him and as of yesterday afternoon he and his family were unaware of any such plans. His agent was in the crowd watching him play.

Just back from the game. Upside Make no mistake about it, this Saints team will win more than they lose this season. Good attacking football, good passing, good recovering when the ball is lost. This team wants to play for Southampton. Some of their football was a joy to watch. Suddenly we are getting our moneys worth. We made a good Birminham side look very ordinary for long periods of the game. We were the better side in the first half. I thought the second half was about even Downside We lost!

and if McGoldrick's goals do the same? Or Lallana etc etc...????? It is a gamble but a needed one imo and I think the majority of the supporters support that view judging by comments on here.

Good player with real quality, only problem i can forsee, is injury, always getting injured and out for long periods, hope that is not the case this time ANDY710 I think Rasiak would be a big player for us as he has that knack of upsetting centre halves and find the net (how very Hendo) but my main concern is will we be tempted to hit it long as he's good in the air? DrWatford It is not injuries that have kept him out of the team! Good in the air. He cannot jump and is ****e in the air. Upsetting Centre halfs. He has no strength and will not challenge anyone. Rasiaks only real attribute is that he can get into a space and score if the defence is weak. Failed in the Premier ever time he played as they do not alow such space. That is my opinion having watched him regularly. I would be more worried if they were after Stern John.

It will never happen like this. It has been impossible for previous clubs to agree a CVA with the tax and vat man. Customs and excise have been embroiled in litigation, most of which they have lost, on this subject so refuse to agree a CVA on principle. 17 points seems the going rate for a new start on top of the 10 points deduction in the year of Administration.

You don't if he is home grown as far as I know.

Heard last night whilst at the Rose Bowl that certain quarters of the press (unnamed) think Fulthorpe is all talk (bit stronger words used) and no money deal likely. I am still of the opinion that no deal will happen as this one as all the hallmarks of previous alleged interest. Too much talk in the open and no money action. Hope I am wrong!

Here is one posters report of a conversatio before the Exeter game. I give it credence because a lot of what has been said was within my knowledge.

Have to agree, I was told the same from a source who has his finger on the pulse. Mind you that was back in early July. I know our coaches want to keep him and we desperately need someone to hold the ball (even if his work rate is ****) Just maybe the thinking has changed.

Nope, are any of the clubs relegated this season to Div 1 finished? And no, there is a fair amount of optimism but there would be, both their sons are playing regularly now Will find out more when I see them at the game on Saturday.

Nice injection of humour. Just what the doctor ordered.

Quite simply the club taking him on loan does not want the initial full outlay plus his wages if he fails like he did at Bolton. Loan fee and paying his wages is the best way for such club. we are not in much of a position to bargain. WE CANNOT AFFORD A PLAN B (not aimed at you Rob) But if we can control our outgoings by getting the high earners off the books and cut back in other areas we should be able to survive financially, even if we are relegated. Other teams are.

2 against Premier West Ham, One against Premier Stoke, One against an half decent Championship Cardiff, 2 against a newly promoted Exeter That is 6 in 4 games. Give the poor bugger a chance.

Blimey Alps, plan "B"!! Thought you still had plenty of mileage to rip plan "A" apart yet. Give it a rest please, you are depressing me

Got mine in block 5 this afternoon

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/s/southampton/7560885.stm Southampton head coach Jan Poortvliet has denied Nathan Dyer could be on his way out of St Mary's. The winger recently signed a new three-year contract but was rumoured to be attracting interest from Celtic. The 20-year-old has been named as a substitute twice this season but Poortvliet said he is in his plans. "I came here with the mission to build a young, strong team for the future and I think Nathan belongs to the team," he told BBC Radio Solent.

Equally, it became clear that some of the non-coaching elements of the First Team Manager’s role were becoming a distraction Wonder what he means? Inability to find good oversea's players?

Hampshire Cricket Chairman, Rod Bransgrove said: ‘I cannot speak too highly of Paul Terry both as a coach and as a man. He has done a fantastic job in developing the culture of Hampshire Cricket into a highly professional organisation over the last 6 years. His fabulous partnership with Shane Warne helped transform the team from a mediocre outfit to a serious contender in all forms of the game. We had always acknowledged that this year was going to prove more difficult without Shane’s inspirational leadership on the pitch but Paul continued his coaching duties with characteristic honesty and integrity. Our mediocre performances overall this season have, however, been a great disappointment to him and the strain of prolonged periods away from home has also contributed to his decision. Equally, it became clear that some of the non-coaching elements of the First Team Manager’s role were becoming a distraction. Whilst everyone at The Rose Bowl will be very sorry to see Paul leave after three decades with Hampshire as both player and coach, it is our intention to maintain a strong connection with him and his Cricket Academy in Perth. On behalf of all our players, coaching team and staff, I wish him the very best of luck in his future career’. http://www.rosebowlplc.com/news/team-manager-paul-terry-steps-down/

Quite a polite chap though. Whilst it was raining during the Sussex 4 dayer here he actually asked my permission to take a few of the press upstairs to conduct an interview.

That was my mischievous comment last night. In fact following a few PM's last night and a telephone conversation this morning I have grave doubts anything will happen. Anyway, off now, Rose Bowl work awaits.

Not so Itchen. The person who started the locked threads last night it a great saints supporter. He had been told, quite wrongly as it turns out, that no board representation was at Exeter and he felt strongly enough about it to post his thoughts. The person who told him has apologised. It was done in good faith. Bloody Exeter Stewards Anyway he can fight is own battles when he next logs in

Hi mate yes it is me, long time no speak

Off working at the Rose Bowl at 1pm so no chance of a drink tonight. But tomorrow and Friday........ Cheers Phil

In answer to Richmonds locked thread I remarked about perceived censorship by PM to both Steve Grant and Ponty last evening and had a reasoned reply that I am happy with. The originator of the two locked threads last night is a good friend of mine and although we do not always agree we are Saints supporters. There was talk of a "text" to some of the forum members last night. Not sure if my friend got one. I am not sure the content either but I can hazzard a guess. Bearing in mind Mr Wilde has confirmed he and Andrew Cowen attended I am beginning to think someone somewhere (and I am not refering to my friend) has an agenda and is trying to use some forum members. And no I am not prepared to disclose the PM responses from SG or Ponty. They will remain private. Suffice to say Ponty allowed this thread to run and Mr Wildes response should bring the issue to and end. At least it does for me.................

Thanks R.