Jim Smith 2,317 Posted January 13, 2020 29 minutes ago, Dean Coneys boots said: Might be physicality is what the coaching team are signing - but proof will be in pudding. We certainly need it having looked lightweight in the middle 29 minutes ago, Dean Coneys boots said: Might be physicality is what the coaching team are signing - but proof will be in pudding. We certainly need it having looked lightweight in the middle He doesn’t look like a big or notably strong player though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gordon Bennett 783 Posted January 13, 2020 I’m pretty sure there will be at least one more incoming before the end of the month. None of us have any idea in the value of this signing until he’s played. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JF 694 Posted January 13, 2020 So just seen he’s had champions league and Europa league experience as well as 10 seasons of Bundesliga experience, 29 years old and he’s signed for 2.5 years. Initial fee of under 500k with add ons. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,300 Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) As others mentioned on different threads, Duda good signing, but most of us would have loved that to be permanent, but not to be. This one is a little strange unless Lietner, Steipermann are on their way, both not really good enough at premiership. It’s the age that I don’t understand, thought our model was for building on youth or buying better, not journeymen, to fill the squad......as said lots of experience so fingers crossed he’s better than we have! Edited January 13, 2020 by Indy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JF 694 Posted January 13, 2020 Just now, Indy said: As others mentioned on different threads, Duda good signing, but most of us would have loved that to be permanent, but not to be. This one is a little strange unless Lietner, Steipermann are on their way, both not really good enough at premiership. It’s the age that I don’t understand, thought our model was for building on youth or buying better, not journeymen, to fill the squad...... The ship has sailed on worrying if players are good enough for the PL. Luckily for Leitner and Stiepermann they are more than good enough for the championship. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,300 Posted January 13, 2020 Just now, JF said: The ship has sailed on worrying if players are good enough for the PL. Luckily for Leitner and Stiepermann they are more than good enough for the championship. Yes no doubt, still don’t think we’ll see much of Leitner in a City shirt nor much of Steipermann now we have Duda. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chumino 57 Posted January 13, 2020 42 minutes ago, ron obvious said: Does make you wonder if we're expecting to lose some players ... That's obvious Ron. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
......and Smith must score. 1,343 Posted January 13, 2020 31 minutes ago, TeemuVanBasten said: Bit an odd one, apparently his agent was touting him to Middlesbrough. I can only assume we're expecting somebody to depart, possibly Moritz Leitner? The player was talking about how he didn't know if he fancied English weather so he's dodged a bullet giving MIddlesbrough a swerve 😀 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
......and Smith must score. 1,343 Posted January 13, 2020 40 minutes ago, Dean Coneys boots said: Football manager suggests a player worth around 5 million who is championship standard. How accurate that is - anyone’s guess!! He seems to be a central midfielder who can play wide right as well Michael Bailey seems to think we've signed him for an initial £500,000 so it must be sale time in the Bundesliga 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Indy said: Yes no doubt, still don’t think we’ll see much of Leitner in a City shirt nor much of Steipermann now we have Duda. As much as I do hope we upgrade Steipermann before our assault on the Championship next season.... Duda is only here for 5 months. Edited January 13, 2020 by TeemuVanBasten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Smith 2,317 Posted January 13, 2020 I do worry that annoying Stiepermann by not playing him and playing a loan player for the rest of the season could be a bit short sighted. We will no doubt need him next season. Ditto Kenny. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,300 Posted January 13, 2020 6 minutes ago, TeemuVanBasten said: As much as I do hope we upgrade Steipermann before our assault on the Championship next season.... Duda is only here for 5 months. Sorry Teemu, I meant this season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grumpy 122 Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) Well very underwhelmed by that.I really would have thought a centre half was priority at the moment.Although at a possible cut price 500k for 2.5 year contract I don't think they were thinking any sell on price at the end of that Edited January 13, 2020 by Grumpy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Moss 2,165 Posted January 13, 2020 Can’t remember a signing that has posed so many questions before! He does have Champions and Europa league experience, plus he’s regularly played for the bigger Bundesliga sides so he must have something about him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary 1,749 Posted January 13, 2020 Tettey Trybull Amadou Vrancic McLean Leitner Rupp Steipermann Duda....seems slightly overloaded?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Moss 2,165 Posted January 13, 2020 Just now, Grumpy said: Well very underwhelmed by that.I really would have thought a centre half was priority at the moment. How do you know it isn’t? Have I missed something? Is there a written rule that states we sign players in a certain order according to their positions? There’s approximately 3 weeks of the transfer window left 🤦🏻♂️ 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Moss 2,165 Posted January 13, 2020 3 minutes ago, GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary said: Tettey Trybull Amadou Vrancic McLean Leitner Rupp Steipermann Duda....seems slightly overloaded?? Possibly GJL, but it should be noted that he can play fullback too, and with Heise departing, we needed further cover there (bearing in mind that Byram can play either side) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary dwarf 221 Posted January 13, 2020 Versatility usually means someone that's not good enough to nail down a set position ,how many top class versatile players do you know? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,671 Posted January 13, 2020 58 minutes ago, TIL 1010 said: Underwhelmed bearing in mind what we were all hoping for this window. Didnt realise the window had closed! Done well to get him in time then all things considered. Fans have this weird view that signing a player not in an area we want means we wont sign in the other positions. Bizarre mentality. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Highland Canary 76 Posted January 13, 2020 Not obviously a signing that will dent the cash pile. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thirsty Lizard 3,164 Posted January 13, 2020 6 minutes ago, Highland Canary said: Not obviously a signing that will dent the cash pile. We lost £38 million last season. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,671 Posted January 13, 2020 5 minutes ago, Thirsty Lizard said: We lost £38 million last season. I've warned you once before about facts.. 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nono 19 Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) Why is it an odd signing? We haven't got a single attacking midfielder, including buendia, who is capable of competing at this level every week. An experienced addition is essential. They have now bought in two. And the window isn't shut. So the fact we could do with a striker and defender is irrelevant. Edited January 13, 2020 by Nono 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,746 Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) 46 minutes ago, hogesar said: Didnt realise the window had closed! Done well to get him in time then all things considered. Fans have this weird view that signing a player not in an area we want means we wont sign in the other positions. Bizarre mentality. Yep yet again put your own slant on what was posted. Bizarre mentality as have i actually said the window had closed ? You seem to spend every waking hour on social media having a pop at anybody that does not conform to your take on things. I used the tense were instead of are but hey ho obviously i was totally unaware there is still over two weeks to go in this window according to you. You knew damn well what i was saying and the meaning but as usual you could not help yourself. Maybe you would care to take to task the others on this thread who appear to be experiencing difficulty understanding this signing with our current defensive problems and lack of strikers ? Edited January 13, 2020 by TIL 1010 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JF 694 Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) 38 minutes ago, hogesar said: I've warned you once before about facts.. Has anyone ever warned you of the dangers to brown nosing? Always wear protection 👍 Edited January 13, 2020 by JF Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PurpleCanary 5,558 Posted January 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Thirsty Lizard said: That was my thought Ron - Leitner on his way possibly??? Don't we now have to lose one overseas player, to keep within the quota? One out in Srbeny and now two in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,606 Posted January 13, 2020 1 minute ago, PurpleCanary said: Don't we now have to lose one overseas player, to keep within the quota? One out in Srbeny and now two in. Heise also left so I think we’re fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,606 Posted January 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Indy said: As others mentioned on different threads, Duda good signing, but most of us would have loved that to be permanent, but not to be. This one is a little strange unless Lietner, Steipermann are on their way, both not really good enough at premiership. It’s the age that I don’t understand, thought our model was for building on youth or buying better, not journeymen, to fill the squad......as said lots of experience so fingers crossed he’s better than we have! I’m the same- always open minded about signings but I don’t understand how a 29 year old utility player fits into that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcorkcanary 4,334 Posted January 13, 2020 45 minutes ago, hogesar said: Bizarre mentality That's being very kind . Bizarrre? Effing dumb I reckon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,746 Posted January 13, 2020 Just now, wcorkcanary said: That's being very kind . Bizarrre? Effing dumb I reckon. Great contribution to the thread topic but then again never one to resist a bit of poster bashing hey wcorkio. Have a nice evening. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites