Saint_clark Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Appreciate that they are just rumours and I don't want to dispel them but isn't St Marys already a UEFA 4 Star stadium which means it can host European matches etc? And on that basis we wouldn't need £1m+ of stadium revisions to attain a status we've already achieved? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UEFA_stadium_categories http://www.worldstadiumdatabase.com/list-of-uefa-4-star-stadiums.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Mary's_Stadium I thought the criteria had changed in the last few years to be honest. Maybe not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldsarum Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I've heard they are changing some of the Disabled areas, probably getting rid of area half way up in away section in Northam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I've heard they are changing some of the Disabled areas, probably getting rid of area half way up in away section in Northam That one has been covered with an advertising sheet for a few games. Could be true, would make space for quite a few seats. Shame it's away seats though. I heard that Cortese wants more boxes and is looking for a way to have them all around the ground rather than just the Itchen. Maybe that falls into those "plans" that came with the season ticket DVD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katalinic Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 That one has been covered with an advertising sheet for a few games. Could be true, would make space for quite a few seats. Shame it's away seats though. I heard that Cortese wants more boxes and is looking for a way to have them all around the ground rather than just the Itchen. Maybe that falls into those "plans" that came with the season ticket DVD. We need to fill the ones we've got first as it only appears that 6/7 are taken some of which are by sponsors. Having said that, the empty ones perhaps generate more revenue being hired on a game by game basis - although better to have the guaranteed money up front I should think. Do I remember somebody posting to say that SFC were limiting the number of drinks that people could have in the boxes which had put people off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 * Firstly, expect a couple of big signings (don't know when, but he's going to really go for it) So, what possible signings would be considered big signings? Wanyama would be expensive but not so sure I would consider him a big signing from a Cortese point of view, think it will take something more to be considered that.... Astori might fall into that category for me. Maybe Lopez too. Too much of a dream to think Osvaldo?? Link to Poch is there and he´s been talking about wanting to go to PL.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 You just know we're going to sign a couple small/cheaper players first and they'll be the usual suspects jumping all over it saying that Cortese clearly was lying about ambitious signing. That said, money won't guarantee anything. I'd rather we got a few bargains like Michu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Agree, but I dont think the "Michu´s" will be mentioned on here cause most of the people here dont know that kind of bargain players from other leagues... But ok, I´ll go first and it´s gonna be one I´ve used on the forum before. Lucas Mugni. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mulletsaint Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I wouldn't go that far. We've got a decent first XI but little quality depth beneath that. A lot of people got very excited about our decent run of form a month or so ago and thought that a top half finish was inevitable. The reality is for us to finish top half we would need all of our first XI to stay fit and in form for the entire season, never going to happen. People point to our poor start and use the adapting to the premier league excuse for this, yet we've only taken 4 points from our last 6 games, so our recent form is only a bit better than when we were supposedly adapting to the premier league. We've played some good stuff at times this season but we need some quality additions in almost every position if we're going to push into the top half. Wahey! Turks and I agree on something. Anyhow, if these rumours are true it would seem the next couple of seasons could be exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The9 Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Cortese said outright in an interview with Jim White on Sky Sports from Barcelona just after Pochettino became Head Coach that he expected with a few additions we could establish ourselves as a top 6 club within a few years, so most of the rumours are not a surprise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Cortese said outright in an interview with Jim White on Sky Sports from Barcelona just after Pochettino became Head Coach that he expected with a few additions we could establish ourselves as a top 6 club within a few years, so most of the rumours are not a surprise. You seem upset that someone announced a new kit exclusive without consulting you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibden Purlieu Saint Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Agree, but I dont think the "Michu´s" will be mentioned on here cause most of the people here dont know that kind of bargain players from other leagues... But ok, I´ll go first and it´s gonna be one I´ve used on the forum before. Lucas Mugni. I was banging Michu's drum from May last year, he's really one of a kind when it comes to getting that sort of value for money for a proven player. Diego Capel is one who can be picked up cheapish this Summer (£4m being quoted). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I was banging Michu's drum from May last year, he's really one of a kind when it comes to getting that sort of value for money for a proven player. Diego Capel is one who can be picked up cheapish this Summer (£4m being quoted). I´ve only been here since late july But then you deserve some credit. Capel is a good shout but £4m seems low for a player with 3yrs left on his contract, but if he goes for that type om money he is definitely a good shout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The9 Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 You seem upset that someone announced a new kit exclusive without consulting you? What are you on about ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibden Purlieu Saint Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I´ve only been here since late july But then you deserve some credit. Capel is a good shout but £4m seems low for a player with 3yrs left on his contract, but if he goes for that type om money he is definitely a good shout. Just never know the situation with these players, but yes £4m does seem low... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericb Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 All seems like reasonable aims to me, the good thing being that even if we fall short we'll be better than we are now which is something i can't argue with. Good to see a common sense approach in place too rather than a gung ho expand at all cost decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
This Charming Man Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I can't be bothered to type everything up now but here's a few interesting snippets from a conversation I had earlier. * Cortese wants Europe within 2 seasons * He's going to splash to cash both on and off the field * Firstly, expect a couple of big signings (don't know when, but he's going to really go for it) * £1m will be spent on revamping the corporate/media side of things to be aligned with European football, for example, the ground must have 40 different camera angles for European matches (I don't know the rules/regs on this, but that's what I was told) * If we qualify for Europe the stadium will be expanded, with an additional tier added to the Kingsland. I'm sure there was more I was told but I can't remember all of it right now. Enjoy, take the p1ss, do what you want with it! Dammit. I was going to start a thread making up nonsense like that and claiming I have some fantastic source in order to start a feeding frenzy on here. You beat me to it, well played. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latter day saint Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Dammit. I was going to start a thread making up nonsense like that and claiming I have some fantastic source in order to start a feeding frenzy on here. You beat me to it, well played. planting a seed of doubt can work just as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The9 Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Dammit. I was going to start a thread making up nonsense like that and claiming I have some fantastic source in order to start a feeding frenzy on here. You beat me to it, well played. To be fair * Cortese wants Europe within 2 seasons - confirmed in Sky Sports Interview with Cortese from Barcelona in January * He's going to splash to cash both on and off the field - seems fairly evident from what we've seen/heard re Astori and evidenced with Ramirez, off field from the ST DVD and Staplewood redevelopment * Firstly, expect a couple of big signings (don't know when, but he's going to really go for it) - at the very least implied by the Statement when Cortese stayed, and I believe Pochettino has already said "doing business by July 1st", plus aforementioned Astori stuff) Which only leaves * £1m will be spent on revamping the corporate/media side of things to be aligned with European football, for example, the ground must have 40 different camera angles for European matches (I don't know the rules/regs on this, but that's what I was told) * If we qualify for Europe the stadium will be expanded, with an additional tier added to the Kingsland. Which are both hinted at in the ST DVD too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 is Pochettino trying to sabotage this board? He has stated thatwe will be doing business....by July 1st:eek:....This goes totally against the grain as Saints' managers historically don't buy players until the third League game (and having lost it ) buy someone on last day we before the window closes. I know he's new, but he really must learn not to rush in where angels fear to tread...not to mention several regular contributors on here who always post throughout every summer criticising our lack of early signings. What'll they have to complain about now? He really must learn .....it really is too much .....Pochettino out ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Strover Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 ...not to mention several regular contributors on here who always post throughout every summer criticising our lack of early signings. What'll they have to complain about now? That's easy David, whomever we sign on! You just didn't think that one through did you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Well I appreciate the info Crabby, whether it was known before or not. Shame we cant share info on here without heroes going on and on. A PM would be nice next time bud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
von Dwinger Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I think people are forgetting about the massive influx of TV money coming into the prem this year... All teams will be spending decent amounts just to stand still... If every team is spending £30m we may in effect have to spend more than this (and wisely) to gain an advantage on our rivals... ...to put it bluntly we need to spend well just to stay 14th... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalek2003 Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Quite happy being a 'yoyo' side. We should know 'our station' in the football world instead of going all 'hoity toity'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Quite happy being a 'yoyo' side. We should know 'our station' in the football world instead of going all 'hoity toity'. :facepalm: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Quite happy being a 'yoyo' side. We should know 'our station' in the football world instead of going all 'hoity toity'. That's your new material, is it? Oh, my aching sides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suhari Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Quite happy being a 'yoyo' side. We should know 'our station' in the football world instead of going all 'hoity toity'. That's a poor effort. The Russian judge scored it 2.4 for artistic merit, and 1.3 for difficulty. Hard day at work was it??! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpturner Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Quite happy being a 'yoyo' side. We should know 'our station' in the football world instead of going all 'hoity toity'. Transparent trolling again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 On the subject of rumours, who is going to Spain for their holidays this summer? You might want to look out for a certain south coast soccer ball club there for a couple of weeks sharing your hotel, before a few days in Austria. Just saying...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crab Lungs Posted 21 May, 2013 Author Share Posted 21 May, 2013 On the subject of rumours, who is going to Spain for their holidays this summer? You might want to look out for a certain south coast soccer ball club there for a couple of weeks sharing your hotel, before a few days in Austria. Just saying...... Southern Spain, by any chance? Or are we talking Barca!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 Southern Spain, by any chance? Or are we talking Barca!? Cue Middle aged Spainish based Saints fans clad in their Saints shirts stalking all local airports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crab Lungs Posted 21 May, 2013 Author Share Posted 21 May, 2013 I have my creepy, replica-shirt wearing moles in Andalucia in the lookout already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintJackoInHurworth Posted 21 May, 2013 Share Posted 21 May, 2013 http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/soccer/news/20130416/english-premier-league-nbc-tv-coverage/ So... if all the EPL games will be shown in detail in the US, I guess that means there is some hope of finding some fairly decent game highlights online each week if I happen to miss MOTD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo-Saint Posted 22 May, 2013 Share Posted 22 May, 2013 To be fair this hasn't gone the way of the usual rumour threads as crabby is a decent poster and doesn't have an agenda. Him and Turks seem to have fairly decent sources, not Vman but good for more general stuff. Other people who have posted this stuff before have quoted NC interviews from when we were in league 1 as evidence to support their crazy claims. I'm backing the crab! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild-saint Posted 22 May, 2013 Share Posted 22 May, 2013 I think people are forgetting about the massive influx of TV money coming into the prem this year... All teams will be spending decent amounts just to stand still... If every team is spending £30m we may in effect have to spend more than this (and wisely) to gain an advantage on our rivals... ...to put it bluntly we need to spend well just to stay 14th... my thoughts exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint_stevo Posted 22 May, 2013 Share Posted 22 May, 2013 I can confirm CL source i was there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 22 May, 2013 Share Posted 22 May, 2013 Cue Middle aged Spainish based Saints fans clad in their Saints shirts stalking all local airports. could be Pompey, guess they'd be camping though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Diamond Posted 22 May, 2013 Share Posted 22 May, 2013 Lol. Isn't Tron cool? I actually lol'd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 23 May, 2013 Share Posted 23 May, 2013 That's easy David, whomever we sign on! You just didn't think that one through did you! well whatever happens, I've a pretty good idea of who it is that will come on ....and start complaining......... I've got a little list, I've got a little list ...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crab Lungs Posted 23 May, 2013 Author Share Posted 23 May, 2013 To be fair this hasn't gone the way of the usual rumour threads as crabby is a decent poster and doesn't have an agenda. Him and Turks seem to have fairly decent sources, not Vman but good for more general stuff. Other people who have posted this stuff before have quoted NC interviews from when we were in league 1 as evidence to support their crazy claims. I'm backing the crab! Gracias, Senor.... defo not VMAN level's of sources but good nonetheless. One of them is actually pure second-hand but he has been spot on before. He's actually a poster on here! I can confirm CL source i was there! You were the main attraction, you little Schneiderlin clone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 29 May, 2013 Share Posted 29 May, 2013 Pointless post mate, most of the (small) Dicks on here will just abuse you and not have a decent debate over it. Indeed. He should be thankful he didn't post that Nike were to be our new kit supplier. Now that would have left him open to ridicule... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deano6 Posted 29 May, 2013 Share Posted 29 May, 2013 I was banging Michu's drum from May last year, he's really one of a kind when it comes to getting that sort of value for money for a proven player. Diego Capel is one who can be picked up cheapish this Summer (£4m being quoted). Oh yeah, me too. Except I was raving about him since April... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambert1979 Posted 29 May, 2013 Share Posted 29 May, 2013 March for me.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olallana Posted 29 May, 2013 Share Posted 29 May, 2013 March for me.... what year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kraken Posted 29 May, 2013 Share Posted 29 May, 2013 Oh yeah, me too. Except I was raving about him since April... That was only after I sent you that PM about him in February. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcjwills Posted 29 May, 2013 Share Posted 29 May, 2013 could be Pompey, guess they'd be camping though. Sun break for £9.50 per person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crab Lungs Posted 11 July, 2013 Author Share Posted 11 July, 2013 Dammit. I was going to start a thread making up nonsense like that and claiming I have some fantastic source in order to start a feeding frenzy on here. You beat me to it, well played. Lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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