Good signing. We now have 2 proven keepers for this level. It's a shame for Poke but Poyet isn't messing around and you've got to admire his honesty.
Maybe Poke will get some match time in the cups.
The only really ridiculous ones for me have been JVH, Hooper, Earnshaw and Simon Cox. I could well see someone like Vassell arriving, Southampton have been in for him and we know where they source most of their targets!
Provided he's not too expensive I'd give him a year. Will suit the style Gus wants to play and can also play right midfield where we really only have Bennett (who is more of a traditional wideman/winger).
Be amazed if we get a fee for Whing considering the circumstances. In fact we will be lucky if a club like Charlton come in for him as they could probably match his contract here meaning we avoid having to settle.
Great news. I think too many clubs appoint managers just looking for success in the present and near future. Allowing Gus to contribute to the longer term aims of the club is a wise move and he must appreciate the backing he receives here.
Once he's implemented more of his ideas I think the...
No idea, just get to hear bits n bobs from a friend who has dealings with the club. Usually pretty accurate, told me about DK going after Gannon before he was even being touted and usually knows when something is being negotiated. :wink:
Poyet talks of a 23 man squad but I think he knows his preferred (and realistic) first chouce 11 already. I think he will be quite prepared to blow some cash on proven players for the starting 11 and gamble that the likes of the Argies, Caskey, Dunk etc will put some pressure on them while being...