We need James Wilson back for the rest of the season.

[B.W.]

If we sent Wilson back to Man Utd to accommodate Murray I'd be devastated. We don't need another striker anymore, 4 is enough so unless an injury stay clear of him

Wilson is a work in progress. Murray is the real deal. Both of them is the best option.

 

[severnside gull]

Back for Cardiff ?

Would expect Wilson to get time on Saturday with Baldock taking over v Bristol City

 

[spanish flair]

You must be joking, surely? We already know Sam B is not up to standard, whereas James W at least has potential.

I have to agree and I fail to see what Baldock offers to the team that Wilson doesn't.

 

[dazzer6666]

From now to the end of the season we're going to have 4-5 players on every match day who might be fit but won't be able to make the squad.
eg: lets say in a few weeks Baldock, Wilson, Calde, Uwe, Crofts or any other 5 from the 24 might not be making the 18. or Skalak, Goldson, Lua Lua etc.

This doesn't mean they're OFF. This doesn't mean they're not needed. This doesn't mean they're out of favour. This doesn't mean they're GONE. This doesn't mean we should "Send them back".
This means we have a strong squad with 2 players for every position which is what you need to get promoted. And that 22 or 23 etc doesn't fit into 18.

Spot on. Up front for example we need Wilson and Baldock available. In case anyone hasn't noticed Wilson has barely looked capable of playing 90 mins at any point since he arrived, BZ is the same and that's without the almost-inevitable injuries still to come. We need the cover and CH needs the options to change tactics as it suits.

 

[WATFORD zero]

I have to agree and I fail to see what Baldock offers to the team that Wilson doesn't.

It's obviously luck that Baldock offers. He was one of the regular strikers that got us to the top of the league with that other one who is not good enough, Hemed. It's obvious to anyone with a half a brain cell that they are not good enough, so they must be very very lucky.

 

[spanish flair]

It's obviously luck that Baldock offers. He was one of the regular strikers that got us to the top of the league with that other one who is not good enough, Hemed. It's obvious to anyone with a half a brain cell that they are not good enough, so they must be very very lucky.

He was lucky to be part of the team then when goals were coming from Lua Lua and March with Hemed chipping in. so the luck part was to his advantage and not the team IMHO. Hemed has contributed 8 goals to Baldocks 2.

 

[B.W.]

It's obviously luck that Baldock offers. He was one of the regular strikers that got us to the top of the league with that other one who is not good enough, Hemed. It's obvious to anyone with a half a brain cell that they are not good enough, so they must be very very lucky.

Hang on, I didn't criticise Hemed here. Baldock has managed 2 goals so far. 2 is not enough for a top 6 team, let alone a top 2 one. Yes, he contributes to the team but, primarily, he needs to score more goals. Nothing to do with luck.

 

[ditchy]

Does anyone else think that there is more in this with Wilson being absent. I said it earlier he was down to play on Sat with his kit even being laid out in the changing room , for then suddenly to not be included in the squad at all . Just seems odd to me

 

[B.W.]

He was lucky to be part of the team then when goals were coming from Lua Lua and March with Hemed chipping in. so the luck part was to his advantage and not the team IMHO. Hemed has contributed 8 goals to Baldocks 2.

Don't confuse the Sam B lovers with facts! It's all about luck, you know!

 

[spence]

From now to the end of the season we're going to have 4-5 players on every match day who might be fit but won't be able to make the squad.
eg: lets say in a few weeks Baldock, Wilson, Calde, Uwe, Crofts or any other 5 from the 24 might not be making the 18. or Skalak, Goldson, Lua Lua etc.

This doesn't mean they're OFF. This doesn't mean they're not needed. This doesn't mean they're out of favour. This doesn't mean they're GONE. This doesn't mean we should "Send them back".
This means we have a strong squad with 2 players for every position which is what you need to get promoted. And that 22 or 23 etc doesn't fit into 18.

Most sensible post on this thread amongst a lot of drivel

 

[spanish flair]

Does anyone else think that there is more in this with Wilson being absent. I said it earlier he was down to play on Sat with his kit even being laid out in the changing room , for then suddenly to not be included in the squad at all . Just seems odd to me

I would not be surprised to hear the lad has picked up a virus, he certainly doesn't look the same since his two opening games for us..

 

[chaileyjem]

I would not be surprised to hear the lad has picked up a virus, he certainly doesn't look the same since his two opening games for us..

Or he could simply be recovering from a minor groin injury picked up in training.
Which is what it actually is. And the club have confirmed over and over and over.
And Hughton now has Baldock fit and was playing 4-5-1 last night so didn't need to rush him back.

Why is it always assumed club is lying about injuries.

 

[spanish flair]

Or he could simply be recovering from a minor groin injury picked up in training.
Which is what it actually is. And the club have confirmed over and over and over.
And Hughton now has Baldock fit and was playing 4-5-1 last night so didn't need to rush him back.

Why is it always assumed club is lying about injuries.

I am not saying the club are lying or that he does not have a minor groin strain, but it has been reported that he has also been ill and seen throwing up on the pitch. All I am saying is, since that was reported, IMHO he does not seem to have the same stamina that was first seen in his first games. Can you get off your high horse now.

 

[Sheebo]

The more options the better. I think Wilson is the best striker we have overall and is definitely worth keeping at all costs. Just cos we won a few games without him starting doesn't mean we don't need him - some posters are using stereotypical NSC thinking here...

 

[chaileyjem]

I am not saying the club are lying or that he does not have a minor groin strain, but it has been reported that he has also been ill and seen throwing up on the pitch.

You are saying that he's not playing because he has a virus. The club are saying he's not in the squad because he's recovering from a minor groin injury.
So you're contradicting them.

Wilson was sick on the pitch. 7 weeks ago now. Before the game against Wolves. Thats quite a virus if he's still got it.

 

[JBizzle]

Really,!!!?, but Wilson is a goalscorer unlike Baldock!

How would you know that? Baldock has had zero service since he signed.

 

[spanish flair]

You are saying that he's not playing because he has a virus. The club are saying he's not in the squad because he's recovering from a minor groin injury.
So you're contradicting them.

Wilson was sick on the pitch. 7 weeks ago now. Before the game against Wolves. Thats quite a virus if he's still got it.

Ok you read it how you want to. Please highlight the part of my post where I am saying he is not actually playing because he has a virus, but for my information and with your medical knowledge how long can someone have a virus? .

 

[sydney]

keep if possible...very good player and could make a big difference......him and murray up front could be brutal...!!

 

[Nixonator]

How would you know that? Baldock has had zero service since he signed.

 

[Sheebo]

Or he could simply be recovering from a minor groin injury picked up in training.
Which is what it actually is. And the club have confirmed over and over and over.
And Hughton now has Baldock fit and was playing 4-5-1 last night so didn't need to rush him back.

Why is it always assumed club is lying about injuries.

The club are very careful with what they disclose - it's not necessarily 'lying' but they do and always have withheld some of the truth - all clubs do it - it protects you from rival teams knowing everything. You can lap up the spiel they want you to take as gospel all you like - you're the clubs dream taking everything at face value! Doesn't mean others have to - we've seen it all before...

PS - Not saying it isn't just a groin strain - I'm sure it is - but there can sometimes be more to a story...