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Post by jamo on Jun 24, 2009 10:44:56 GMT 1
Mossy has played his last game for the Town ( that bit's for ant and welshshrew who appear to have long memories ) and will sign for The Shrimpers later in the week.
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Post by Ed on Jun 24, 2009 10:49:10 GMT 1
I personally think that he'll stay at the club, I hope so anyway!!
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Post by siabod on Jun 24, 2009 11:03:20 GMT 1
Are either views based on fact or wishful thinking ?
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Post by Ed on Jun 24, 2009 11:04:43 GMT 1
To be honest, whats the point in speculating when we'll find out probably tomorrow morning.
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Post by BelleVueShrew on Jun 24, 2009 11:10:41 GMT 1
Alan's street normally speaks words of wisdom.
I heard that Mossy wasn't happy with his contract offer, so would not be at all surprised to see him depart.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 24, 2009 11:16:30 GMT 1
I heard that Mossy wasn't happy with his contract offer, so would not be at all surprised to see him depart. One year on what is rumoured to be reduced terms? Not really making him feel too wanted - which is surprising given he was one of our more consistent performers in the second half of the season. If his existing contract was over-inflated, I can understand reduced terms, but not sure why Simmo feels that only a year is appropriate. Maybe he has seen something we haven't. So, as you say, he seems the most likely to go. |
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Post by Fingers on Jun 24, 2009 12:33:33 GMT 1
bye bye Mossy.
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Post by venceremos on Jun 24, 2009 12:45:32 GMT 1
Gone, according to Simpson on the website.
But Leslie signed yesterday, Langmead and Humphrey are about to and Riza has agreed verbally.
Which just leaves Davies ...
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Post by barrynic on Jun 24, 2009 13:17:05 GMT 1
Davies is the big one and could turn us from being also rans into CHAMPIONS.
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Post by heavenlyshrew on Jun 24, 2009 13:20:18 GMT 1
Davies is the big one and could turn us from being also rans into CHAMPIONS. I dont agree with that barry i think he will be easily replaced if he does go.I think keeping holt is top of simmo list at the moment and finding a keeper is more important. |
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Post by barrynic on Jun 24, 2009 14:11:19 GMT 1
In the eyes of his fellow professionals Ben is the best midfielder in the division.
Sure he has his ups and downs - Thats why he is playing in the 4th Division for Gods sake, at our level consistancy will always be an issue.
In double figures for goals last season.
Think if Ben has the correct players around him he can be huge next season.
Martin one thing is certain he will not be easily replaced, or rather it may be easy but it certainly will prove to be costly.
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Post by heavenlyshrew on Jun 24, 2009 14:34:31 GMT 1
Lets hope there is another thornton type player out there that will sign for us
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Post by len on Jun 24, 2009 14:45:07 GMT 1
Davies is the big one and could turn us from being also rans into CHAMPIONS. I dont agree with that barry i think he will be easily replaced if he does go.I think keeping holt is top of simmo list at the moment and finding a keeper is more important. He can be replaced, but we would surely have to spend to get in a similiar player? |
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Post by thenewblueorder on Jun 24, 2009 14:45:34 GMT 1
not to fussed if davies goes ,yes he hits the odd free kick but for me bit of a luxury player goes missing too often when its backs against the wall time.
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Post by barrynic on Jun 24, 2009 14:53:32 GMT 1
not to fussed if davies goes ,yes he hits the odd free kick but for me bit of a luxury player goes missing too often when its backs against the wall time. Do not agree he "goes missing" just think sometimes when we go direct everything bypasses him and the rest of midfield. Answer --------- Play through the midfield more. |
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Post by shrew4life on Jun 24, 2009 14:56:23 GMT 1
Ok then for those who say Davies is so replaceable, who do you suggest we replace him with?
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Post by Ed on Jun 24, 2009 15:00:39 GMT 1
It would be a huge loss if Davies was to leave as he is, as mentioned above, one of the best in the division. Of course he can be replace, anyone can, but it would be very difficult to find someone who is at least equal to his ability and would come to Shrewsbury, and within a reason able price, transfer fee & wages.
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Post by ThrobsBlackHat on Jun 24, 2009 15:01:17 GMT 1
Seems odd that we let Herd go and then offered Moss something he refused.
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Post by thenewblueorder on Jun 24, 2009 15:05:43 GMT 1
well put it this way , if he signs great but would like a bit more battle from him, ok he's not a roy keane type but your midfielders in our league have got to mix it abit.maybe you will see the best of him a league above with more time on the ball.
BUT THATS ONLY MY OPINON GUYS.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 24, 2009 15:16:49 GMT 1
Seems odd that we let Herd go and then offered Moss something he refused. I can only think that's it's a combination of factors.... On the footballing side, Mossy has been solid in defence but no longer offers much going forward. Herd offered more going forward but that led to some hairy defensive moments. I think Simmo might prefer someone who could do both.... Off the field, rumours were that back in January Herd was asking for a big pay rise. Mossy has had fitness/weight problems, and has, in the past at least, enjoyed a beer or two. Allegedly. None of these, if true, would have endeared either of them to Simmo. Maybe Simmo feels he needs a genuine first choice, and a better all-round full back who will cost less than Moss & Herd together - and he was prepared to sacrifice the two of them if necessary to achieve it. Time will tell I guess. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 24, 2009 15:39:20 GMT 1
Didn't want Herd, and felt that Mossy was ok but very replaceable.
That would sum up Simpsons thinking?
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Post by creature on Jun 24, 2009 17:33:03 GMT 1
Seems odd that we let Herd go and then offered Moss something he refused. Well, if as a manager you've got anything about you, you would only be doing this if you've got someone better lined up already. Good news today. Let's hope Ben has been too preoccupied to be worrying about contracts! And that we stand firm over Holt |
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Post by jamo on Jun 24, 2009 18:08:50 GMT 1
Mossy has signed for Morcombe today on a very decent package.
Good luck to the guy.
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Post by mikeinsheff on Jun 24, 2009 18:16:38 GMT 1
not to fussed if davies goes ,yes he hits the odd free kick but for me bit of a luxury player goes missing too often when its backs against the wall time. Substitute `luxury` for `quality`. He is rightly and widely regarded as one of the very best players in our division. To lose him would be a massive blow. |
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Post by heavenlyshrew on Jun 24, 2009 18:22:17 GMT 1
not to fussed if davies goes ,yes he hits the odd free kick but for me bit of a luxury player goes missing too often when its backs against the wall time. Substitute `luxury` for `quality`. He is rightly and widely regarded as one of the very best players in our division. To lose him would be a massive blow. Quality? I have seen alot of better midfeild displays down the prostar this last season from visiting players.The lad from aldershot was class so was drummond.there was a lad from brentford that looked class too. |
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Post by mikeinsheff on Jun 24, 2009 18:39:22 GMT 1
Substitute `luxury` for `quality`. He is rightly and widely regarded as one of the very best players in our division. To lose him would be a massive blow. Quality? I have seen alot of better midfeild displays down the prostar this last season from visiting players.The lad from aldershot was class so was drummond.there was a lad from brentford that looked class too. hs thinks he`s s**t. qed. |
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Post by simianbenzoate on Jun 24, 2009 20:53:04 GMT 1
Shame to see him go, always liked him even though i don't think we ever saw him at his best - maybe on for a third return at some point in the future a la Mickey Brown?
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Post by Aub on Jun 24, 2009 23:56:43 GMT 1
Technichally Ben Davies is probably the best player on our books now, shame is does anybody know his best position. Peters didn`t Simpson doesn`t and i change my mind from week to week!
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Post by heavenlyshrew on Jun 25, 2009 8:25:41 GMT 1
Quality? I have seen alot of better midfeild displays down the prostar this last season from visiting players.The lad from aldershot was class so was drummond.there was a lad from brentford that looked class too. hs thinks he`s s**t. qed. No i dont i just think there have been better midfield players at the prostar last season |
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Post by shrewblue on Jun 25, 2009 8:32:40 GMT 1
I agree we dont always play Ben in a position that we get the best out of him but thats down tot he manager and his coaching staff....
If we can retain Bens services and add the 4 or 5 other players to improve the side from last year i.e. goalkeeper, full backs, creative midfield(winger) and another striker we will be earning our 'one of the favourites for promotion' tag
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