Mello Yello 2,280 Posted November 26, 2022 Kenny first name on the team sheet and build the squad around him.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary 1,735 Posted November 26, 2022 4 minutes ago, Mello Yello said: Kenny first name on the team sheet and build the squad around him.... ....thats why we've 32 points from a possible 63....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,283 Posted November 26, 2022 I fully understand that opinions are formed on expectations to a certain degree, as I’ve said previously I’m disappointed we haven’t improved on McLean in 5 years, that’s not a criticism aimed at McLean but the club. In the current circumstances and knowing we’re going to be on a tight budget without promotion, extending McLean’s contract actually is a good thing, without funds for a replacement it’s a no brainer. The club has to consider the worst outcome of no promotion and build for that, if we do go up, I can only hope we do finally get a better replacement. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
littleyellowbirdie 2,510 Posted November 26, 2022 Kenny McLean: Jack of all trades, master of none, but better than a master of one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert N. LiM 4,241 Posted November 26, 2022 1 hour ago, Indy said: I fully understand that opinions are formed on expectations to a certain degree, as I’ve said previously I’m disappointed we haven’t improved on McLean in 5 years, that’s not a criticism aimed at McLean but the club. In the current circumstances and knowing we’re going to be on a tight budget without promotion, extending McLean’s contract actually is a good thing, without funds for a replacement it’s a no brainer. The club has to consider the worst outcome of no promotion and build for that, if we do go up, I can only hope we do finally get a better replacement. Is the correct answer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Bristol Nest 513 Posted November 26, 2022 Great news. Glad you are staying Kenny. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mello Yello 2,280 Posted November 26, 2022 1 hour ago, GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary said: ....thats why we've 32 points from a possible 63....... Nope....Kenny's one for the future.....Stu, Zoe, Delia, Micky WJ, Deano and Shakey know what they're doing.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,283 Posted November 26, 2022 2 minutes ago, Mello Yello said: Nope....Kenny's one for the future.....Stu, Zoe, Delia, Micky WJ, Deano and Shakey know what they're doing.... Spiteful lot, hate the City fans! All the players who get slated will get long term contracts!😉 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unthink road 132 Posted November 26, 2022 1 hour ago, Indy said: I fully understand that opinions are formed on expectations to a certain degree, as I’ve said previously I’m disappointed we haven’t improved on McLean in 5 years, that’s not a criticism aimed at McLean but the club. In the current circumstances and knowing we’re going to be on a tight budget without promotion, extending McLean’s contract actually is a good thing, without funds for a replacement it’s a no brainer. The club has to consider the worst outcome of no promotion and build for that, if we do go up, I can only hope we do finally get a better replacement. Good Post. In fact not just Kenny, but the whole squad needed to be improved year on year. This doesn't mean our current squad is poor, just the coach has to somehow find methods to the most out of it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Newtopia 517 Posted November 26, 2022 This is great news, Kenny has been an important part of the squad and team, and without the arrival of 15 better players this is good news. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kenfoggo 247 Posted November 26, 2022 (edited) This is dreadful news! What are they thinking at Carrow Road? There are a number of “senior players” who are just too comfortable at Norwich City, they have no ambition, no hunger , no leadership and set a poor example to the younger squad members. There is a time when these older has beens need to be moved on for the good of the Club. McLean is 30 years old (31 in 6 weeks time) and we give him a 3 year contract with an option on another year? Outrageous! This is just more of the same lack of ideas and direction that we have seen since Dean Smith arrived and Webber decided to go fell walking. Edited November 26, 2022 by kenfoggo 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,722 Posted November 26, 2022 I seem to recall Webber shifting Howson out of the club because he had been her too long so maybe he has had a rethink on that strategy ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,283 Posted November 26, 2022 10 minutes ago, TIL 1010 said: I seem to recall Webber shifting Howson out of the club because he had been her too long so maybe he has had a rethink on that strategy ? Or maybe Webber doesn’t really care too much and the easy option is to just give McLean another contract. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Load of Squit 5,128 Posted November 26, 2022 37 minutes ago, TIL 1010 said: I seem to recall Webber shifting Howson out of the club because he had been her too long so maybe he has had a rethink on that strategy ? Howson rejected a new contract as he wanted to move back to the north. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheBaldOne66 681 Posted November 26, 2022 Interesting to see Kenny stating the obvious in his interview that we haven’t been good enough and should have more points than we currently have 🤣🤣🤣 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mengo 821 Posted November 26, 2022 1 hour ago, A Load of Squit said: Howson rejected a new contract as he wanted to move back to the north. Cheers for clarifying all that 👍 Stu. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kenfoggo 247 Posted November 26, 2022 This contract renewal/extension really is lazy management of the squad make up. McLean and others, along with Hanley, are yesterday’s men. They have no place in the future of an ambitious club. Unless.. Unless everyone is reconciled to an extended stay in the Championship or worse. In that scenario McLean could be viewed as a barely adequate squad utility player to cover injuries. But he has no place in a Club looking forward and beyond the Championship. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CANARYKING 634 Posted November 26, 2022 (edited) 20 minutes ago, kenfoggo said: This contract renewal/extension really is lazy management of the squad make up. McLean and others, along with Hanley, are yesterday’s men. They have no place in the future of an ambitious club. Unless.. Unless everyone is reconciled to an extended stay in the Championship or worse. In that scenario McLean could be viewed as a barely adequate squad utility player to cover injuries. But he has no place in a Club looking forward and beyond the Championship. Trouble is we haven’t got a £100 million to buy replacements Edited November 26, 2022 by CANARYKING Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,618 Posted November 26, 2022 23 minutes ago, kenfoggo said: This contract renewal/extension really is lazy management of the squad make up. McLean and others, along with Hanley, are yesterday’s men. They have no place in the future of an ambitious club. Unless.. Unless everyone is reconciled to an extended stay in the Championship or worse. In that scenario McLean could be viewed as a barely adequate squad utility player to cover injuries. But he has no place in a Club looking forward and beyond the Championship. It's not lazy management at all. Every single club up and down the country but more pertinently in this division, have some players who have been at the club a while, have experience and knowledge of the club and offer a steady part of the squad makeup. Alot of other clubs are less fortunate and those players they have, haven't been part of two previous title wins either. I suggest you take a pick of 5 other 'ambitious' clubs and look at their entire squad portfolio... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary 1,735 Posted November 26, 2022 8 hours ago, A Load of Squit said: Howson rejected a new contract as he wanted to move back to the north. Funny that you would mention Howson...only in our last league game at the age of 34 or whatever he is now..still looked better than McLean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kenfoggo 247 Posted November 26, 2022 3 hours ago, hogesar said: It's not lazy management at all. Every single club up and down the country but more pertinently in this division, have some players who have been at the club a while, have experience and knowledge of the club and offer a steady part of the squad makeup. Alot of other clubs are less fortunate and those players they have, haven't been part of two previous title wins either. I suggest you take a pick of 5 other 'ambitious' clubs and look at their entire squad portfolio... I suggest you ask yourself what qualities do you really see in McLean that you would want in your team? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary 1,735 Posted November 26, 2022 2 minutes ago, kenfoggo said: I suggest you ask yourself what qualities do you really see in McLean that you would want in your team? Now you've done it ....bring out the XG Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,618 Posted November 27, 2022 45 minutes ago, kenfoggo said: I suggest you ask yourself what qualities do you really see in McLean that you would want in your team? Wins more aerial battles than any of our other midfielders. Makes more interceptions than any of our other midfielders except for Hayden. Good energy for counter pressing. Always gets some goals and assists at this level. Good leader, organises. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A Load of Squit 5,128 Posted November 27, 2022 6 hours ago, GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary said: Funny that you would mention Howson...only in our last league game at the age of 34 or whatever he is now..still looked better than McLean I didn't mention him, I was responding to some fact altering by @TIL 1010 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Newtopia 517 Posted November 27, 2022 17 hours ago, TIL 1010 said: I seem to recall Webber shifting Howson out of the club because he had been her too long so maybe he has had a rethink on that strategy ? Howson also generated funds at a time where we had no money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spencer 1970 207 Posted November 27, 2022 On 25/11/2022 at 16:34, nutty nigel said: I'm fine because I rate him 💛⚽💚💪 Me too. Farke and Smith can't both be wrong. I think he adds consistency where others flick between form and failure. A great squad player. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real Buh 3,423 Posted November 27, 2022 I wonder what the attendance will be at Kenny’s testimonial? 🤔 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,722 Posted November 27, 2022 9 hours ago, A Load of Squit said: I didn't mention him, I was responding to some fact altering by @TIL 1010 I said that i seemed to recall which obviously translates with you that i stated a fact. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TIL 1010 4,722 Posted November 27, 2022 7 hours ago, Newtopia said: Howson also generated funds at a time where we had no money. We have handed Kenny a new contract when again we have no money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,934 Posted November 27, 2022 If Rangers or any other club had been interested I wonder what fee would have exchanged hands. Around £750,000 tops? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites