Pugin 601 Posted July 21, 2019 I watched Orient at Harlow Town a couple of weeks ago and couldn't believe the improvement in central defender Dan Happe in the year since I last saw him. He has developed into a real powerhouse defender, of just exactly tbe type that Daniel Farke favours. But what sets him apart is that he also has good touch and technique and can deliver the ball properly. He is the real deal and it is just the right moment to buy him. If it were my money, I would be approaching Orient with a 'buy bid' and wouldn't stop the conversation until we had him secured. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Load of Squit 5,066 Posted July 21, 2019 First post by Dan Happe's agent. 😀 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ricardo 7,239 Posted July 21, 2019 1 minute ago, A Load of Squit said: First post by Dan Happe's agent. 😀 He'll be happy about that then😀 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man 3,703 Posted July 21, 2019 I've never seen him play, but he's only 20 and several Premier League clubs are allegedly looking at him so it wouldn't surprise me if Webber took a punt on him and maybe loaned him back out, Raggett-style. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herman 9,585 Posted July 21, 2019 Luckily I have Stuart Webber on speed dial so I will pass this on👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeiranShikari 1,354 Posted July 21, 2019 Reckon he could do a reverse Ben Godfrey and convert to a defnsive midfielder? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pugin 601 Posted July 21, 2019 31 minutes ago, A Load of Squit said: First post by Dan Happe's agent. 😀 No mate. Long-term fan who has just moved into the city. Thanks for the welcome! PS think about it, would Happe's agent try to tout him to the one Premier club who have made a point of publicising the modesty of their budget? Truth is, I just saw the boy play (only half a game as a sub) and could see the potential. At the same age, at Sheff U, Harry Maguire looked awkward and potentially clumsy. Then he grew into his body and look at him now. Happe has just made that same transition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Moss 2,165 Posted July 21, 2019 47 minutes ago, Pugin said: No mate. Long-term fan who has just moved into the city. Thanks for the welcome! PS think about it, would Happe's agent try to tout him to the one Premier club who have made a point of publicising the modesty of their budget? Truth is, I just saw the boy play (only half a game as a sub) and could see the potential. At the same age, at Sheff U, Harry Maguire looked awkward and potentially clumsy. Then he grew into his body and look at him now. Happe has just made that same transition. Haha that’s a quite bizarre first post so I’m not buying it 😉. You may not be his agent, but you are definitely connected to Dan Happe one way or another, of that I am sure! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,503 Posted July 21, 2019 I mean if it is his agent, hes doing a pretty awful job of posting on a fans forum as opposed to trying to get hold of yknow...webber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivvo 257 Posted July 21, 2019 48 minutes ago, hogesar said: I mean if it is his agent, hes doing a pretty awful job of posting on a fans forum as opposed to trying to get hold of yknow...webber Dear oh dear, you should know by now that everything that’s said on this message board directly influences the transfer policy of the club, who plays as in the team and the morale of the whole organisation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
......and Smith must score. 1,311 Posted July 21, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Pugin said: No mate. Long-term fan who has just moved into the city. Thanks for the welcome! The internet is available outside Norwich. Fatal error Quote Edited July 21, 2019 by ......and Smith must score. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,426 Posted July 21, 2019 9 minutes ago, Rivvo said: Dear oh dear, you should know by now that everything that’s said on this message board directly influences the transfer policy of the club, who plays as in the team and the morale of the whole organisation. In that case we should just “ git it forward “ 😉 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pugin 601 Posted July 21, 2019 OK OK. I get it. I just saw him play and thought 'he could be another Zimmerman, but better'. You guys win. I will think twice before trying to talk football on here again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pete 318 Posted July 21, 2019 You will need to get used to the apparent comedic talent or the lack thereof if you post on here. Tip for the future if you want to enjoy posting suggest you don't read the comments that are replied then you will not be disappointed. Welcome to the City and take note, this is my final word not interested in any pointed barbs coming my way Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PurpleCanary 5,531 Posted July 21, 2019 36 minutes ago, Pugin said: OK OK. I get it. I just saw him play and thought 'he could be another Zimmerman, but better'. You guys win. I will think twice before trying to talk football on here again. You're being way too sensitive. Of the football message-boards I post on this is the friendliest and most welcoming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man 3,703 Posted July 21, 2019 40 minutes ago, Pugin said: OK OK. I get it. I just saw him play and thought 'he could be another Zimmerman, but better'. You guys win. I will think twice before trying to talk football on here again. The board is full. We don't want anyone else coming in. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,315 Posted July 21, 2019 15 minutes ago, Wacky Waving Inflatable Arm Flailing Tube Man said: The board is full. We don't want anyone else coming in. A bit like the Main Stand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,426 Posted July 21, 2019 3 minutes ago, wcorkcanary said: A bit like the Main Stand. A bit like the new membership scheme... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nuff Said 4,938 Posted July 21, 2019 1 hour ago, PurpleCanary said: You're being way too sensitive. Of the football message-boards I post on this is the friendliest and most welcoming. Binner 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
It's Character Forming 1,156 Posted July 21, 2019 3 hours ago, Pugin said: OK OK. I get it. I just saw him play and thought 'he could be another Zimmerman, but better'. You guys win. I will think twice before trying to talk football on here again. Lol 😆 maybe try posting something City related and you may get a better reception? A first post about some random lower league player is going to attract plenty of scepticism, for good reason, just deal with it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethnal Yellow and Green 1,557 Posted July 21, 2019 Norwich have already been linked with Happe. https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2019/07/04/do-report-leeds-leicester-and-norwich-want-orients-dan-happe/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GenerationA47 737 Posted July 21, 2019 35 minutes ago, Bethnal Yellow and Green said: Norwich have already been linked with Happe. https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2019/07/04/do-report-leeds-leicester-and-norwich-want-orients-dan-happe/ That’s the bit I’d have opened with. OP makes bit more sense now. Hard to judge from outside though, lacking as we do any context on in-depth scouting reports, alternative targets, the agent’s & club’s demands/attitude, budget available, recruitment competition etc etc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nuff Said 4,938 Posted July 21, 2019 42 minutes ago, Bethnal Yellow and Green said: Norwich have already been linked with Happe. https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2019/07/04/do-report-leeds-leicester-and-norwich-want-orients-dan-happe/ Pugin be like: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herman 9,585 Posted July 21, 2019 5 hours ago, Pugin said: OK OK. I get it. I just saw him play and thought 'he could be another Zimmerman, but better'. You guys win. I will think twice before trying to talk football on here again. In or out? https://forum.pinkun.com/index.php?/topic/120675-ot-eu-straw-poll/😳 Welcome Pugin. Nothing personal from posters. Everyone is a bit bored and desperate for the football to start. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,657 Posted July 21, 2019 (edited) Welcome to the forum Pugin and you will soon weed out the keyboard warriors who chucks insults around and have stupid agendas. Edited July 21, 2019 by TIL 1010 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,503 Posted July 21, 2019 6 minutes ago, TIL 1010 said: Welcome to the forum Pugin and you will soon weed out the keyboard warriors. Yeah, but be careful not to be fooled Pugin. Some of the keyboard warriors hide behind calling others keyboard warriors, and so on. It can get really complicated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,657 Posted July 21, 2019 Pugin if you have just moved to the Fine City it would be good to meet you at one of the regular NCFSC forums/quizzes or meetings that Diane organises. A lot of posters attend these events and it is good to chat and have a pint mind you some of the more vociferous on here usually have an excuse when the evening approaches. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pugin 601 Posted July 21, 2019 Such a minefield! Called an agent, an associate of Dan Happe, a duck, unwanted, too sensitive, and bizarre. I'll take all of that! Not for one visit on the board. I will be more transparent in future. I registered on the board middle of last season, so not just arrived for a cheap wind-up. As for Happe, he is probably valued at about £1m, and in 3 years time I could see that being £20m. My point was that he has made incredible strides in no time and if we pushed the boat out and signed him for whatever Orient demand, we would be quids in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pugin 601 Posted July 21, 2019 1 minute ago, TIL 1010 said: Pugin if you have just moved to the Fine City it would be good to meet you at one of the regular NCFSC forums/quizzes or meetings that Diane organises. A lot of posters attend these events and it is good to chat and have a pint mind you some of the more vociferous on here usually have an excuse when the evening approaches. Thank you so much. I shall take you up on that. I went to the Daniel Farke talk a few months ago, which was tremendous. Particularly Darren Eadie's off-air description of Teemu! I would love to get involved on the social side of things. I only moved less than 2 months ago, missed out on a ST as I was not aware of the deadline, but shall be clamouring for a Newcastle ticket sharp at 9am! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FenwayFrank 2,426 Posted July 21, 2019 He’s moved here from another part of the country, no one talk to him for ten years ! I hope plug-in knows what a bishy barny bee is Share this post Link to post Share on other sites