davefizzy14 Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 (edited) The Belgian journalist said that Benson wants to join us, so hopefully we can get it done. Edited January 20 by davefizzy14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee On Solent Saint Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 5 minutes ago, davefizzy14 said: The Belgian journalist said that Benson wants to join us, so hopefully we can get it done. Who probably hasn't got a fuckin clue. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Bates Posted January 20 Author Share Posted January 20 3 minutes ago, Lee On Solent Saint said: Who probably hasn't got a fuckin clue. He was an expert at Cluedo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convict Colony Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 53 minutes ago, Lee On Solent Saint said: Who probably hasn't got a fuckin clue. He's completely clued up with the belgian players, was providing loads of insight on lavia during the summer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee On Solent Saint Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 6 minutes ago, Convict Colony said: He's completely clued up with the belgian players, was providing loads of insight on lavia during the summer. Fair enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viking Saint Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 4 hours ago, hypochondriac said: Why on earth would they sell summerville? He's their best player. There's apparently interest from Premiership clubs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 6 minutes ago, Viking Saint said: There's apparently interest from Premiership clubs I sure there is. I'd be amazed if they sold him at this stage. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Bad news - good news. It seems that Newcastle are up against it, in trying to avoid the threat of impending FFP " punishment ". With rumours of high-salaried players like Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson on the move, Newcastle may also have to sell Isak PDQ. Newcastle have a replacement (for Trippier) in Livramento but there will surely be major changes in Eddie Howe's squad before 1st Feb. The good news for Saints ...is that Ryan Fraser (already on loan until the summer) may be available at a reasonable fee by then - or sooner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodymatt Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 10 days to go and it’s gone a bit quiet. I’d be happy if nothing changed from here but a new exciting RW option would be a nice bonus. Preferably we don’t see a key target go to a rival and that turn out to be a key signing for them, looking at you Dirty Leeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 I still don’t see need for another winger but do a Stewart replacement it was an area we were weak in already that hasn’t changed. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally_uk Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 I don't think we need anyone unless Adams leaves. Someone like Miovski would be absolutely ideal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 2 minutes ago, ally_uk said: I don't think we need anyone unless Adams leaves. Someone like Miovski would be absolutely ideal. If AdamA gets injured we are just left with out of window form Adams and Mara. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintwbu Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 11 minutes ago, Give it to Ron said: If AdamA gets injured we are just left with out of window form Adams and Mara. if we get a winger like is rumoured then it frees up Adam Armstrong to go through the middle if needed too. I don’t see us buying another forward when we have 3 fit ones, and only play with one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 9 minutes ago, saintwbu said: if we get a winger like is rumoured then it frees up Adam Armstrong to go through the middle if needed too. I don’t see us buying another forward when we have 3 fit ones, and only play with one. Yep plus we have options of false 9s I suppose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintant Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) 34 minutes ago, Give it to Ron said: If AdamA gets injured we are just left with out of window form Adams and Mara. I don't buy this 'out of window form Adams' that some are suggesting. No way would Che try any less when the transfer window is closed. This is backed up by his stats which are not at all bad. The only barren spell he's had where he neither scored nor assisted was during Oct and Nov when, for whatever reason, he wasn't getting that much game time. During that spell of 9 matches he was an unused sub in one, not in the squad in another and played less than 25 minutes in 4 games. Outside of that he has either a goal or an assist in every other game. My only slight criticism is that he's not scored more than one goal in any game but his hold-up play, strength and ability to bring others into the game is top notch. We'll miss him if he goes during this window but I'm hoping he'll stay. Edited January 22 by saintant 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 5 minutes ago, saintant said: I don't buy this 'out of window form Adams' that some are suggesting. No way would Che try any less when the transfer window is closed. This is backed up by his stats which are not at all bad. The only barren spell he's had where he neither scored nor assisted was during Oct and Nov when, for whatever reason, he wasn't getting that much game time. During that spell of 9 matches he was an unused sub in one, not in the squad in another and played less than 25 minutes in 4 games. Outside of that he has either a goal or an assist in every other game. My only slight criticism is that he's not scored more than one goal in any game but his hold-up play, strength and ability to bring others into the game is top notch. We'll miss him if he goes during this window but I'm hoping he'll stay. No way should we sell at moment we need everyone with number of games. I still would like a Stewart replacement though . 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BERMUDASAINT Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/southampton-target-juventus-star-in-big-money-move/ Southampton FC weigh up big money move for Juventus star BYHAMISH WOODWARD PUBLISHED 1 HOUR AGO Southampton are reportedly interested in a big money move for Juventus star Matias Soulé in the January transfer window. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry_SFC Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 28 minutes ago, saintant said: I don't buy this 'out of window form Adams' that some are suggesting. No way would Che try any less when the transfer window is closed. This is backed up by his stats which are not at all bad. The only barren spell he's had where he neither scored nor assisted was during Oct and Nov when, for whatever reason, he wasn't getting that much game time. During that spell of 9 matches he was an unused sub in one, not in the squad in another and played less than 25 minutes in 4 games. Outside of that he has either a goal or an assist in every other game. My only slight criticism is that he's not scored more than one goal in any game but his hold-up play, strength and ability to bring others into the game is top notch. We'll miss him if he goes during this window but I'm hoping he'll stay. Exactly, for me it's nonsense. If you look at his time with us so far he isn't really an "impact player". He seems to do better with a run of games rather than coming off the bench. As you say, he wasn't really starting in Oct/Nov and he just wasn't as effective. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry_SFC Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 3 minutes ago, BERMUDASAINT said: https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/southampton-target-juventus-star-in-big-money-move/ Southampton FC weigh up big money move for Juventus star BYHAMISH WOODWARD PUBLISHED 1 HOUR AGO Southampton are reportedly interested in a big money move for Juventus star Matias Soulé in the January transfer window. Sounds good but very unlikely. Cannot see us spending that amount this season. Also if you read the Italian article it says that the player isn't interested in playing in the Championship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gecko Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 51 minutes ago, Harry_SFC said: Exactly, for me it's nonsense. If you look at his time with us so far he isn't really an "impact player". He seems to do better with a run of games rather than coming off the bench. As you say, he wasn't really starting in Oct/Nov and he just wasn't as effective. Most people on this forum have/had the opinion that Che is crap anyway (and tbf some of his shooting is woeful). But i don't know why people suddenly think he's skilful enough to just play well instead of crap because the window is open. Agreed; total nonsense. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dman Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, BERMUDASAINT said: https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/southampton-target-juventus-star-in-big-money-move/ Southampton FC weigh up big money move for Juventus star BYHAMISH WOODWARD PUBLISHED 1 HOUR AGO Southampton are reportedly interested in a big money move for Juventus star Matias Soulé in the January transfer window. the club are skint. Absoultely wont be making anything 'big money' 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baird of the land Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 On 17/01/2024 at 10:13, Harry_SFC said: Squad if we sign another attacker and no one else left - Bazunu, Lumley, McCarthy. KWP, Bree. Manning, Meghoma. THB, Bednarek, Stephens, Holgate. Downes, Charles, Smallbone, S.Armstrong, Alcaraz, Rothwell, Aribo. Fraser, Edozie, Sulemena, Benson, A.Armstrong, Adams, Mara. That's 25 players. Plus promising youngsters SAA and Dibling. At least 2 players per position. I've discounted Larios and Stewart because it's unlikely they are going to play again this season. If we do sign Benson that'll be 6 loanees and we are only allowed 5 in a match day squad. Would we leave one out each week or look to terminate one of them? Any chance we are going to pay up to make someone like Downes a permanent signing now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, BERMUDASAINT said: https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/southampton-target-juventus-star-in-big-money-move/ Southampton FC weigh up big money move for Juventus star BYHAMISH WOODWARD PUBLISHED 1 HOUR AGO Southampton are reportedly interested in a big money move for Juventus star Matias Soulé in the January transfer window. Big money = big font 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 25 minutes ago, Dman said: the club are skint Are we? I was under the impression that the main spending inhibiter was our FFP situation rather than a lack of funds, per se...? 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusic Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 33 minutes ago, Baird of the land said: Any chance we are going to pay up to make someone like Downes a permanent signing now? No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) Edited January 22 by SuperSAINT 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, gecko said: Most people on this forum have/had the opinion that Che is crap anyway (and tbf some of his shooting is woeful). But i don't know why people suddenly think he's skilful enough to just play well instead of crap because the window is open. Agreed; total nonsense. It is possible that players can try a bit harder for a move, though. No? He seems quite motivated at the moment. Perhaps he's just a bit happier that the ball is hitting him and going into the net. 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 3 minutes ago, SuperSAINT said: Please be true. Please be true. #startscar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSAINT Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 5 minutes ago, DT said: Please be true. Please be true. #startscar I’m sure there is interest - but he gets linked every bloody year. At least rumoured sides should be able to pay his wages. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Katalinic's 'tache Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 We're paying a lot of money for Macca to be Joe Lumley's back-up. I can imagine the club will be quite keen to get the extra warm-up goalie on match days off the books in January, if they can. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex Lion Tamer Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 3 hours ago, Give it to Ron said: Yep plus we have options of false 9s I suppose Che Adams is basically false nine. Great build up play, not so great in front of goal. If we get goals from the wings, then perhaps the latter part doesn't matter so much 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintLondon Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, trousers said: Are we? Yes, well, not yet. However the club *needs* to go up this season. Otherwise, it's not good news. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarehamSaintJames Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Alex McCarthy link has got to be one of the funniest links. It does show that the level of scouting etc isn’t up to scratch as of yet. 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gio1saints Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 27 minutes ago, Ex Lion Tamer said: Che Adams is basically false nine. Great build up play, not so great in front of goal. If we get goals from the wings, then perhaps the latter part doesn't matter so much Quite like that way of looking at it. A goalscoring winger would take the pressure off. If I remember correctly a common criticism of Che last year was that he rarely scored one on ones. Has the unerring ability to shoot straight at the keeper in those situations. This year he’s scored a few tap ins and had to manufacture a goal or two but in those split second situations he didn’t seem to have the coolness required to slot ball away. Similar to Adam as well which is why when early doors this season I saw him dink the ball over and past keeper for a few goals it was both surprising and a massive delight! He can do it! And seems to have moved on from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNick Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 11 minutes ago, FarehamSaintJames said: Alex McCarthy link has got to be one of the funniest links. It does show that the level of scouting etc isn’t up to scratch as of yet. 😂 I heard that Ross Wilson is now at Forest, his wonderful judgement of a player will reap dividends im sure lol 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry_SFC Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, DT said: It is possible that players can try a bit harder for a move, though. No? He seems quite motivated at the moment. Perhaps he's just a bit happier that the ball is hitting him and going into the net. 😉 Of course they can but Che knows he can leave for free at the end of the season anyway. Not sure he's exactly desperate for a move now when he can do what he wants in the summer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint NL Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Micheal Obafemi going on loan to Millwall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvSFC Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 2 hours ago, OldNick said: I heard that Ross Wilson is now at Forest, his wonderful judgement of a player will reap dividends im sure lol Poor Steve Cooper had no chance with him behind recruitment last summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fraser Spinney Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Saints linked with a move for Juventus winger Matias Soule who is on loan at Frosinone this season. Seems unlikely but perhaps one to revisit in the summer if we get promoted. https://www.southamptonfc.news/transfers/southampton-plot-club-record-move-for-20-year-old-champion-wanted-by-newcastle/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintsFan86 Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Leeds were linked to Benson as a replacement for Gnonto. Seems like this means Leeds interest would have cooled. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Garrett Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 4 minutes ago, HarvSFC said: Poor Steve Cooper had no chance with him behind recruitment last summer. Nope, like being a babysitting service with Jimmy Savile as your top babysitter. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee On Solent Saint Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 16 minutes ago, SaintsFan86 said: Leeds were linked to Benson as a replacement for Gnonto. Seems like this means Leeds interest would have cooled. They did well to keep hold of him and Summerville. Few days to go, but be like us losing KWP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SaintLondon Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Emmanuel Dennis going back to Watford on loan - taking a 70% pay cut. Remember when people were crying that we didn't sign him. Good signing for Watford tbf. Let's hope he's not registered by the weekend eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer Saint Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) 3 hours ago, SaintLondon said: Yes, well, not yet. However the club *needs* to go up this season. Otherwise, it's not good news. That's not exactly true though, is it? Edited January 22 by Farmer Saint 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexLaw76 Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 minute ago, Farmer Saint said: That's not exactly true, is it though? well, it is. The squad will be a fair bit of a lower standard, more cost cutting and a bit of buckling up for the long-haul in the Championship 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmer Saint Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) 12 minutes ago, AlexLaw76 said: well, it is. The squad will be a fair bit of a lower standard, more cost cutting and a bit of buckling up for the long-haul in the Championship He's insinuating that we will be in big FFP financial trouble if the club doesn't get promotion. Again, that's not true, as we would sell and reduce spending. The huge amount we sold in the Summer made sure that we won't have that much of an issue next season (we can make a loss of £83m this season (over 3 years), £61m next or something like that). Our losses will be nowhere near that. Edited January 22 by Farmer Saint 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suhari Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 4 hours ago, SuperSAINT said: Astute move that would be, for a decisive and fast moving club. No matter where they are. I wholeheartedly encourage them to push hard and quickly to sign Alex. Great keeper, honest. Sold as seen. Ask no questions, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintLondon Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 minute ago, Farmer Saint said: He's insinuating that we will be in big FFP financial trouble if the club doesn't get promotion. "He isn't" You're right, we would sell, we would reduce spending and there would be lay offs. The future plans for the club rely on us going up and going up this season. We won't be able to compete at the business end of the Championship and years of mediocrity in the second tier would be a distinct possibility. I'm not talking 2009 but I mean we would be in big trouble as to our future proof planning of being a solid mid-table PL club. It's all up in the air if we don't get promotion. So I'm led to believe. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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