king canary 7,604 Posted October 20, 2020 1 hour ago, Alex Moss said: Despite the grumbles on here for not spending up front, it was very obvious that the Amadou and Duda loans were made with a view to becoming permanents should we have been happy with their contribution and also retained Premier League status. I’m fairly sure that was mentioned quite clearly from the outset when we signed Amadou - loan with the option to buy. And how wise were we to do that. There is more evidence to suggest that these were players actually identified by Webber and Farke than others that you talk of that have no name - obviously, because we actually brought them in. Don’t discount there could have been others in the mix, but better to work with what we actually know to be true. An upfront spend to satisfy some would have been disastrous but as it turns out, Webber and Farke played it exactly right. Same players, less risk. And not counting the cost this season from wasted fees on those two alone. I believe we have done exactly the same with Ben Gibson and Xavi Quintilla this season, who thus far look like they’ll very much work out as we had hoped Amadou and Duda would’ve last season. Amadou yeah, Duda? Less sure on that. We were bottom when we signed him and I don't remember any reports about anything being agreed about a permanent deal. You're right though we can only work with what we know to be true which means the whole discussion is pretty moot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herman 9,755 Posted October 23, 2020 Who are we wishing we are tonight? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,297 Posted October 23, 2020 7 minutes ago, Herman said: Who are we wishing we are tonight? Still Man City please! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 Leeds looking good tonight, you must be supporting Villa Hoggy👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 On 20/10/2020 at 13:30, king canary said: Amadou yeah, Duda? Less sure on that. We were bottom when we signed him and I don't remember any reports about anything being agreed about a permanent deal. You're right though we can only work with what we know to be true which means the whole discussion is pretty moot. If Amadou had only been available on a full transfer we wouldn’t have been interested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 Lady Diana opens the scoring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Well b back 3,201 Posted October 23, 2020 On 18/10/2020 at 21:22, Alex Moss said: They look a hell of a better outfit than last season. Just as well they kept hold of Dean Smith I reckon ; ) Lots of the fans wanted him out, but it seems to be a bit like Lambert and Culverhouse, they bring in Craig Shakespeare to work alongside Smith and things change. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 They are a half decent team and look the part in the Premiership. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 And there’s her hat trick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ron obvious 1,502 Posted October 23, 2020 Blimey. Lady Di's on fire! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 1 minute ago, ron obvious said: Blimey. Lady Di's on fire! And still not a hair out of place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sonyc 5,511 Posted October 23, 2020 Just now, ron obvious said: Blimey. Lady Di's on fire! His 1 goal in 8 attempts is coming down to respectable figures for a striker. Made for the Prem?! Bielsa has stuck with him fair dues. And it's being repaid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted October 23, 2020 Fair play to Bamford, never thought I'd see him making the grade in the Premier League. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. Pants 4,226 Posted October 23, 2020 With WBA and Burnley drawing Leeds are nearly safe ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,297 Posted October 23, 2020 How strange this season has been, Liverpool thrashed by Villa and now Leeds comfortably the better side. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nutty nigel 7,528 Posted October 23, 2020 Thoughts and prayers still with Sheffield Utd. The forgotten heroes of yesteryear.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 The ‘let’s never spend gang are all eyes on Sheff Utd now ‘ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nutty nigel 7,528 Posted October 23, 2020 Just now, Midlands Yellow said: The ‘let’s never spend gang are all eyes on Sheff Utd now ‘ Keep me out of it please. Isn't there something you should be looking up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 1 minute ago, nutty nigel said: Keep me out of it please. Isn't there something you should be looking up? It’s banter Nutty! Not personal in the slightest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nutty nigel 7,528 Posted October 23, 2020 1 minute ago, Midlands Yellow said: It’s banter Nutty! Not personal in the slightest. This board is banter. You overstepped that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Well b back 3,201 Posted October 23, 2020 According to many ‘ the 2 worst players to ever put a Norwich shirt on ‘ were Bamford and Kane. Who wouldn’t mind them upfront now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 2 minutes ago, nutty nigel said: This board is banter. You overstepped that. Explain please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paul moy 235 Posted October 23, 2020 23 minutes ago, TeemuVanBasten said: Fair play to Bamford, never thought I'd see him making the grade in the Premier League. Well, he never worked so hard before. The sheer intensity of this Leeds side is amazing and because of that they are reaping the rewards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 23, 2020 1 minute ago, paul moy said: Well, he never worked so hard before. The sheer intensity of this Leeds side is amazing and because of that they are reaping the rewards. They look very half decent, great coach just like we have. Only difference is he was very well backed upon promotion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nutty nigel 7,528 Posted October 23, 2020 19 minutes ago, Midlands Yellow said: Explain please. Like you said. It's just banter... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,657 Posted October 24, 2020 14 hours ago, Midlands Yellow said: The ‘let’s never spend gang are all eyes on Sheff Utd now ‘ Hang on! It was the 'look at Sheffield United, that's exactly what we should be doing' gang that started the comparisons.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,604 Posted October 24, 2020 5 minutes ago, hogesar said: Hang on! It was the 'look at Sheffield United, that's exactly what we should be doing' gang that started the comparisons.. Well everyone has their comparisons don't they? Couple of years ago for some it was Fulham, ignoring Wolves. Last season Sheffield were the bell of the ball but Villa were to be mocked- £100m just to stay up on the final day? All I think we can say with much certainty right now are two things in the Premier League... Spending loads of money doesn't guarantee success Spending nothing seems to guarantee relegation Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,975 Posted October 24, 2020 (edited) 14 minutes ago, hogesar said: Hang on! It was the 'look at Sheffield United, that's exactly what we should be doing' gang that started the comparisons.. Along with great glee Villa were joining us but your comment is correct (reluctantly conceded ) Were you impressed with Leeds last night 😉 Edited October 24, 2020 by Midlands Yellow Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lake district canary 4,531 Posted October 24, 2020 14 minutes ago, king canary said: Well everyone has their comparisons don't they? Couple of years ago for some it was Fulham, ignoring Wolves. Last season Sheffield were the bell of the ball but Villa were to be mocked- £100m just to stay up on the final day? All I think we can say with much certainty right now are two things in the Premier League... Spending loads of money doesn't guarantee success Spending nothing seems to guarantee relegation I think you mean "belle"....."bell" gives it a kind of different meaning........ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Well b back 3,201 Posted November 1, 2020 Worth bumping to show what a funny old game football is. 1/2 time Villa 0 Southampton 3 To cover all bases to show how football is a funny old game, by the time you read this it could be Villa 4 Southampton 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
