Stephen Ward - Albion unwilling to match salary

[jamie the seagull]

As solid as Ward was, I think we need someone with more attacking intent.
We were far more potent the previous year when Bridge was marauding down the left wing.

 

[drew]

As solid as Ward was, I think we need someone with more attacking intent.
We were far more potent the previous year when Bridge was marauding down the left wing.

I think it is foolish to compare any full back we get with Bridge. That was an exceptional loan and we will not sign anyone of his calibre except on loan. Perhaps you should ask yourself how Ward compares to previous left backs such as Painter or Joe Mattock!

 

[narly101]

I think it is foolish to compare any full back we get with Bridge. That was an exceptional loan and we will not sign anyone of his calibre except on loan. Perhaps you should ask yourself how Ward compares to previous left backs such as Painter or Joe Mattock!

Or Kerry Mayo

 

[Rogero]

Ward was great for us and hardly any injuries.

 

[Betfair Bozo]

I guess that's it. Are we paying slightly over the odds because we know the player and his ability? The thing is, he is a sure thing in our team. We know he's a good player, we know he fits (loosely) into the type of system we play, we know he has a good rapport with the players and staff. Is that worth 10% over the odds? Possibly...

We don't really know what a comparable plyer would cost. I'd be delighted if he came back though.

Fair point. Conversely however, Ward knows he would be happy back here etc etc. Maybe he should compromise on that basis?

 

[Grombleton]

As solid as Ward was, I think we need someone with more attacking intent.
We were far more potent the previous year when Bridge was marauding down the left wing.

Ward scored more goals for us, and claimed more asissts than Bridge did. (Ward 4 goals 4 assists, Bridge 3 goals 1 assist)

 

[jamie the seagull]

If this deal is to work it maybe the clubs are expecting the player to contribute on his wage expectations.
I am sure the clubs can each give and take on fee but if the player thinks he can continue to pick up his current premiership wage without any reduction then let him stay there.
I certainly would not pay him anywhere near the £10,000 we contributed last year even if it was another season loan.

 

[jamie the seagull]

McCarthy is also eyeing unwanted Wolves left-back Stephen Ward.

http://www.expressandstar.com/sport/transfer-rumours/2014/07/03/transfer-rumours-july-3-2/

 

[DarrenFreemansPerm]

It's amazing how difficult we have found it to find and secure a steady left back. Painter, Mattock, Reyes, Bridge, Maksimenko, Ward, Chicksen, Calderon.....anymore for anymore?

 

[Napper]

McCarthy is also eyeing unwanted Wolves left-back Stephen Ward.

http://www.expressandstar.com/sport/transfer-rumours/2014/07/03/transfer-rumours-july-3-2/

and so this saga begins its conclusion !!

 

[perseus]

McCarthy is also eyeing unwanted Wolves left-back Stephen Ward.

http://www.expressandstar.com/sport/transfer-rumours/2014/07/03/transfer-rumours-july-3-2/

Villa have been beaten to the signing of prolific striker Alfred Finnbogason by Real Sociedad. NB: To me this player looks no better than Ulloa. Price?

 

[perseus]

and so this saga begins its conclusion !!

This must depend on Cresswell being sold?

 

[perseus]

Ward scored more goals for us, and claimed more asissts than Bridge did. (Ward 4 goals 4 assists, Bridge 3 goals 1 assist)

The Wayne Bridge assist was a brilliancy though!

 

[crodonilson]

Dharmesheth Sheth

Andy Burton and Dharmesheth Sheth from SSN both reporting Aaron Cresswell having a medical with West H'aaaaa'm as we speak.

 

[jamie the seagull]

This must depend on Cresswell being sold?

Cresswell having a medical at West Ham this afternoon......

http://www.twtd.co.uk/ipswich-town-news/25364/

 

[Napper]

May just force our hand.

Be painful if club just remain mute

 

[OzMike]

If we don't sign a players of caliber, it makes the Amex look somewhat of a white elephant.

 

[OzMike]

It looks like the 'If you build it, they will come', attitude isn't working.

 

[Betfair Bozo]

Jonathan Parr has gone to Ipswich so Mick Mc won't be signing Ward presumably.

 

[SIMMO SAYS]

It looks like the 'If you build it, they will come', attitude isn't working.

Too much Amber nectar loooook mate