Popular Post TrentVilla Posted September 28, 2020 Moderator Popular Post Share Posted September 28, 2020 I find it odd people are passing judgment on or assessing the window at this stage, there is still a week to go until it closes (or slams shut if you are a gimp on SSN). The reality is though it isn't a week to go, its a week to go for PL or international moves but the window remains open for EFL deals through to the 16th I think it is, obviously SSN aren't aware that football exists outside the PL. So it is possible we are focusing on say Barkely or Loftus-Cheek over players from the EFL like Henry or Benrahma, if indeed we have an interest in those pair. It is therefore a little early to judge, right now I think we've improved the first team in two or three positions which unless players leave by default improves the squad. I personally still think we are a little short in depth and quality in two or three positions but that is reflective of being a club in its second season following promotion. In an ideal world I'd like to see us add a forward, number 8, RCB and a LB but that is just not realistic. So I'd be very happy if we can significantly strengthen two of those positions before the deadline (16th). 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulberto21 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 16 minutes ago, CarryOnVilla said: Hide contents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentVilla Posted September 28, 2020 Moderator Share Posted September 28, 2020 5 minutes ago, chrisvilla4 said: @TrentVilla Do you have any news on Barkley? Recall you seemed to think it was a goer? cheers. Nothing more than I already posted but also nothing to say it won't. So I'm still thinking it will, the press seem to be pushing the Loftus-Cheek name now more of the two but my preference is still Barkley. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post markc Posted September 28, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 28, 2020 Going to break a few hearts on here if true 11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubbs Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 hour ago, DaveAV1 said: That makes you a very generous employer. I'm generous in many ways! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post DaveAV1 Posted September 28, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 28, 2020 3 minutes ago, markc said: Going to break a few hearts on here if true Why are there some Spurs fans in here? 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villarocker Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 11 minutes ago, TrentVilla said: I find it odd people are passing judgment on or assessing the window at this stage, there is still a week to go until it closes (or slams shut if you are a gimp on SSN). The reality is though it isn't a week to go, its a week to go for PL or international moves but the window remains open for EFL deals through to the 16th I think it is, obviously SSN aren't aware that football exists outside the PL. So it is possible we are focusing on say Barkely or Loftus-Cheek over players from the EFL like Henry or Benrahma, if indeed we have an interest in those pair. It is therefore a little early to judge, right now I think we've improved the first team in two or three positions which unless players leave by default improves the squad. I personally still think we are a little short in depth and quality in two or three positions but that is reflective of being a club in its second season following promotion. In an ideal world I'd like to see us add a forward, number 8, RCB and a LB but that is just not realistic. So I'd be very happy if we can significantly strengthen two of those positions before the deadline (16th). I just read this and just realised what "gimp" means, especially in relation to those on SSN. Gormless Idiotic Mumbling Prick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubbs Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 hour ago, Phil Silvers said: Giz a job Need one myself first buddy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
It's Your Round Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 As Trent says, the transfer window is still open so it's too early to say whether it's been a success or not. In fact, I'd go as far as saying that we can only really judge at the end of the season. I know we'll all make judgements on what we see initially, which is fine, but if Douglas-Luiz has taught us something, we should wait and see before getting too down about a player's ability. That said, I'm pretty happy with our business so far. Martinez, Cash, Traore and Watkins, plus the new contracts for Grealish and Mings (soon to be followed by Douggie), all get me pretty excited that we are going to have a better season than last. There'll be plenty of ups and downs, but come the season end I think we'll be pretty happy with the new players. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubberman Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 minute ago, It's Your Round said: As Trent says, the transfer window is still open so it's too early to say whether it's been a success or not. In fact, I'd go as far as saying that we can only really judge at the end of the season. I know we'll all make judgements on what we see initially, which is fine, but if Douglas-Luiz has taught us something, we should wait and see before getting too down about a player's ability. That said, I'm pretty happy with our business so far. Martinez, Cash, Traore and Watkins, plus the new contracts for Grealish and Mings (soon to be followed by Douggie), all get me pretty excited that we are going to have a better season than last. There'll be plenty of ups and downs, but come the season end I think we'll be pretty happy with the new players. Yes, this ^. I had hoped for 1 proper exciting marquee signing, but the new deals + solid improvement is maybe more realistic for where we are as a club. Having Ramsey break through would also be a bonus. And while there is inevitably a lack of depth throughout the squad, having a season with more consistency within the team and not having to integrate 8-9 players especially with the short closed season will be an added benefit. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez1974 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 2 hours ago, JAMAICAN-VILLAN said: I'll raise you a 9.5 if we find out how much Lansbury actually earns per week by October 5th. Earns? About £2.50. Paid - £40k a week.https://www.spotrac.com/Premier League/aston-villa-fc/payroll/https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/every-aston-villa-players-2019-21248170https://futballnews.com/aston-villa-players-2019-2020-weekly-wages-salaries-revealed/https://footballleaguefc.com/aston-villa-2019-20-player-wages/ (personally, I think this one is the least reliable of the 4 quoted) Not saying these sites are perfect, but you can check the totals against the company accounts, and as long as the figures are consistent across the different years of a players contract, then the are about right. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulberto21 Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 21 minutes ago, It's Your Round said: As Trent says, the transfer window is still open so it's too early to say whether it's been a success or not. In fact, I'd go as far as saying that we can only really judge at the end of the season. I know we'll all make judgements on what we see initially, which is fine, but if Douglas-Luiz has taught us something, we should wait and see before getting too down about a player's ability. That said, I'm pretty happy with our business so far. Martinez, Cash, Traore and Watkins, plus the new contracts for Grealish and Mings (soon to be followed by Douggie), all get me pretty excited that we are going to have a better season than last. There'll be plenty of ups and downs, but come the season end I think we'll be pretty happy with the new players. I think most on here are rating the window up until this moment. And most would agree it's been pretty good up until now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Paddywhack Posted September 28, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 28, 2020 7 hours ago, alreadyexists said: He’s awful to listen to. Plus like you say so much arrogance like he really is a Villa Celeb... puts me off listening to be honest. Dan Bardell is likeable enough but his voice drives me mad You're famous, @alreadyexists, Mr Bardell has put this on his instagram 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadyexists Posted September 28, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted September 28, 2020 1 minute ago, Paddywhack said: You're famous, @alreadyexists, Mr Bardell has put this on his instagram Ha ha! Oh dear, I feel a bit bad now! As I say he is likeable enough. Whoops 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 11 minutes ago, alreadyexists said: Ha ha! Oh dear, I feel a bit bad now! As I say he is likeable enough. Whoops can i have your autograph 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Made In Aston Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 19 minutes ago, alreadyexists said: Ha ha! Oh dear, I feel a bit bad now! As I say he is likeable enough. Whoops I wouldn't feel bad. Bardell comes across as a bit of a sycophant tbh. I remember the time he was trying to promote the Athletic on the villa view, saying he wasn't connected it and just thought it was a great publication for sport in general. Fast forward a month or so and he has joined up with gregg Evans on their villa podcast. Coincidence?! Or when he closed the villa view channel, stating he didn't have the time, only to restart it when it started receiving sponsor money. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadyexists Posted September 28, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted September 28, 2020 13 minutes ago, TRO said: can i have your autograph Anytime! I do quite like him, so I feel quite bad about saying that. To be honest I often forget that this is a public forum and anyone can see all the rubbish I type on here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadyexists Posted September 28, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted September 28, 2020 Just now, Made In Aston said: I wouldn't feel bad. Bardell comes across as a bit of a sycophant tbh. I remember the time he was trying to promote the Athletic on the villa view, saying he wasn't connected it and just thought it was a great publication for sport in general. Fast forward a month or so and he has joined up with gregg Evans on their villa podcast. Coincidence?! Or when he closed the villa view channel, stating he didn't have the time, only to restart it when it started receiving sponsor money. I was suspicious of him drinking red bull every episode too (before the purity sponsorship!). Lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 I disagreed with a video on the Villa View channel, wrote a detailed reply focusing on facts and it was deleted. Good days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted September 28, 2020 Share Posted September 28, 2020 12 minutes ago, Made In Aston said: I wouldn't feel bad. Bardell comes across as a bit of a sycophant tbh. I remember the time he was trying to promote the Athletic on the villa view, saying he wasn't connected it and just thought it was a great publication for sport in general. Fast forward a month or so and he has joined up with gregg Evans on their villa podcast. Coincidence?! Or when he closed the villa view channel, stating he didn't have the time, only to restart it when it started receiving sponsor money. Boring as fvck too 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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