Dean Coneys boots 1,531 Posted June 13, 2018 Keep hearing we are held back because certain players are under contract. So Why was Martin given a new contract? At the time the fans were united in slating his performances, anyone could see his legs had gone at this level, he had been struggling for some time. And got a new contract. Some claimed it was to help younger players but then he went out on loan anyway. ??!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeiranShikari_2 0 Posted June 13, 2018 I assumed he won them over with his attitude but then they saw him play a few games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Branston Pickle 4,150 Posted June 13, 2018 I think this was last year, so you''re a little bit late with the criticism, plenty made it at the time. In truth, decisions are made in all walks of life, for various reasons - some look odd at the time and work out, some don''t. It''s just the way of things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethnal Yellow and Green 2,424 Posted June 13, 2018 As he was given a contract extension last summer it would have been on reduced terms, it was also only a one year extension so hardly a disaster. I think Martin would be more suited to a back three now, he is more comfortable on the ball than Zimmermann and Hanley and a three would leave him less exposed. In all honesty he’ll probably never play for Norwich again and hopefully a new club is found for him soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 8,757 Posted June 13, 2018 I''ve always thought Zimmerman looked very comfortable on the ball, certainly wouldn''t say Martin is more so.He''s also hindered by the lack of height/poor timing in his jumps and a chronic lack of pace now. If he returned he shouldn''t be higher than 5th choice at this point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lappinitup 629 Posted June 13, 2018 [quote user="Bethnal Yellow and Green"]...it was also only a one year extension so hardly a disaster. [/quote]It was a new two year deal until 2019 with an option for an extra year Bethnal.https://www.canaries.co.uk/News/2017/july/russell-martin-new-contract/You don''t often get it wrong. [:D] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 8,757 Posted June 13, 2018 He''s still right though Lapps.The contract was a two year deal but he still had a year left on his previous deal meaning it only extended the contract by one year (with an option for one more).I look forward to the shit show if we do take up that option though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethnal Yellow and Green 2,424 Posted June 13, 2018 I meant one year longer than the contract he had at the time, extended from 2018 to 2019. But yes, poorly worded sentence by myself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,717 Posted June 13, 2018 He won’t play for us again so it will be a loan again next season Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZLF 335 Posted June 13, 2018 the extension was prior to webber or farke having seen him in action, and goes down as just one of those things. I see he is continuing is coaching badges at the moment. I dont think his wages are the worst in the world in relative terms. I did wonder whether being part of a back three would make the most of his strengths and minimise his deficiences. However the fulham and sunderland games shattered that illusion when he was the weakest link in just that formation.Great servant, articulate professional player but no longer of much use to us. I wonder whether we could use him as part of a deal with some of the peterborough talent that puts him at a league where he could compete and share his experience Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nuff Said 5,963 Posted June 13, 2018 I thought - foolish I know, given Russell Martin’s status as uber-scapegoat on here - this thread may be about Chris Martin. I don’t remember hearing anything about his loan from Derby to Reading. Anyone think we shoukd make a cheeky bid to get him back? Not the Webber model I know, but knows the league, should settle in relatively quickly and had potential once. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Just Dan 10 Posted June 13, 2018 It''s a shame that he decided that he wasn''t a right back but a centre half. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coneys Knee 1,049 Posted June 16, 2018 Better than Zimmermann and hanley with the ball at his feet? Wow!Isn’t it funny how we all see a different game because I actually think zimmernann’s distribution is very decent, ditto Hanley. Don’t want to hammer the guy but Russ has been shocking for us really since he decided he was no longer a full back. A superb pro by all accounts and maybe he is a decent character to have around the club and may develop into a fine coach but right now, if he is to stay with us, he’s a bench player at best in my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glory.win or die. 273 Posted June 16, 2018 Russell Martin may be ok in a back 3 but really never should have been a central defender.There''s an argument to say he might be a better right back than pinto but defensively I think I''m a better right back than pinto..i just can''t run fast or for longer than 30 seconds...and I can''t really kick a ball far but other than that I''m a better player. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norfolkngood 1,174 Posted June 21, 2018 Rangers have signed 3 defenders so i doubt he will be going back there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROBFLECK 134 Posted June 22, 2018 Have to agree with OP , nail on the head ...We are paying (injured) veterans top money , and now we''re restricted because of it... a shame really Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike 68 Posted June 22, 2018 Will be useful in League 1.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZLF 335 Posted June 22, 2018 at this rate it looks like he could end up being this seasons back up right back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
