Snifter Pee Rot Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 Thought Slipper G would in for some of his newco stars. Kent was 'world class' in his book. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G51 Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 (edited) Sands coming in to play DM rather than CB according to Chris Jack, which is interesting. He’s made the breakthrough at NYCFC as a CB. Thinking about it, the strengths identified in the scouting report about him (defensive positioning, game intelligence, athleticism), combined with his limitations (ball progression) do perhaps make a better fit for our DM than our CB. Our 6 has to cover a lot of ground, and it’s more important than ever to properly screen the defence now the three man midfield is history. Also, the ball progression mantle has been taken on by our CB’s now - we don’t really need a midfielder who can spray long diags. ETA: also says we’re looking at RB and RW in the market. Edited January 4, 2022 by G51 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derry Alli Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 The confusion that going to come about when Celtic fans and Rangers fans both have 'Sands' on the back of their tops is going to be great viewing tbf. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever_blueco Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 (edited) 10 hours ago, Snifter Pee Rot said: Just the 5m up front from Everton. Will need to sell more silver to keep the lights on. you might be the shining example of why folk refer to hib’s as celtic’s wee cousins Edited January 5, 2022 by Forever_blueco 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clown Job Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 7 hours ago, AJF said: Excellent words from the young man. Hopefully he goes there and smashes it. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJF Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 27 minutes ago, G51 said: Sands coming in to play DM rather than CB according to Chris Jack, which is interesting. He’s made the breakthrough at NYCFC as a CB. Thinking about it, the strengths identified in the scouting report about him (defensive positioning, game intelligence, athleticism), combined with his limitations (ball progression) do perhaps make a better fit for our DM than our CB. Our 6 has to cover a lot of ground, and it’s more important than ever to properly screen the defence now the three man midfield is history. Also, the ball progression mantle has been taken on by our CB’s now - we don’t really need a midfielder who can spray long diags. ETA: also says we’re looking at RB and RW in the market. If so, it sounds like Jack’s season might be done. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMCs Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 28 minutes ago, G51 said: Sands coming in to play DM rather than CB according to Chris Jack, which is interesting. He’s made the breakthrough at NYCFC as a CB. Thinking about it, the strengths identified in the scouting report about him (defensive positioning, game intelligence, athleticism), combined with his limitations (ball progression) do perhaps make a better fit for our DM than our CB. Our 6 has to cover a lot of ground, and it’s more important than ever to properly screen the defence now the three man midfield is history. Also, the ball progression mantle has been taken on by our CB’s now - we don’t really need a midfielder who can spray long diags. ETA: also says we’re looking at RB and RW in the market. Every NYC fan I've seen has said he's better as a number 6 than a CB so that makes sense. Perhaps means that Gio is looking to move on Lundstram and that Sands will compete with Kamara. We need to be looking at getting a CB this window though or at the very least sort a bosman there. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G51 Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 16 minutes ago, DMCs said: Every NYC fan I've seen has said he's better as a number 6 than a CB so that makes sense. Perhaps means that Gio is looking to move on Lundstram and that Sands will compete with Kamara. We need to be looking at getting a CB this window though or at the very least sort a bosman there. Giving him a quick look at the moment - more I see of him, the more I see why he makes sense at 6 instead of CB. - Played there during NYCFC's postseason run, which is probably when we were impressed with him. - Seems capable but inconsistent in the air, which he'll get away with at 6 but won't at CB - Is quite good at making himself available to receive the pass from the CB then passing it first time, either left or right - has two good feet. - Looks to be quite quick over five or ten yards - useful for a CB, but vital for a 6. Does a nice job of filling in spaces. I've only really watched his actions from the MLS Cup Final vs Portland and a few other bits, so it's not really enough to make any definitive statements, but he just looks like quite a solid, capable player with not many flaws. Which explains his versatility - I think you can plug him into a couple of different positions in different systems and still get solid performances out of him. Nice squad player to have. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukDukGoose Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 2 hours ago, Snifter Pee Rot said: Just the 5m up front from Everton. Will need to sell more silver to keep the lights on. Not a real surprise if that's the case as most transfer deals seem to be paid in installments these days. Can't see it making a difference to Rangers finances regardless as it's still guaranteed money coming in. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmericanFan Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 15 hours ago, Savage Henry said: What a fabulous, underrated player Claudio Reyna was. Even when playing at right back, he was a very classy player. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballymoneyyin Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 9 hours ago, G51 said: Giving him a quick look at the moment - more I see of him, the more I see why he makes sense at 6 instead of CB. - Played there during NYCFC's postseason run, which is probably when we were impressed with him. - Seems capable but inconsistent in the air, which he'll get away with at 6 but won't at CB - Is quite good at making himself available to receive the pass from the CB then passing it first time, either left or right - has two good feet. - Looks to be quite quick over five or ten yards - useful for a CB, but vital for a 6. Does a nice job of filling in spaces. I've only really watched his actions from the MLS Cup Final vs Portland and a few other bits, so it's not really enough to make any definitive statements, but he just looks like quite a solid, capable player with not many flaws. Which explains his versatility - I think you can plug him into a couple of different positions in different systems and still get solid performances out of him. Nice squad player to have. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G51 Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 38 minutes ago, ballymoneyyin said: Delighted to confirm there will be a "Da Amnesty" on Sands jokes for the 24hr period after he signs. Upon expiry of this amnesty, it will formally be considered bad patter. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wastecoatwilly Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 45 minutes ago, G51 said: Delighted to confirm there will be a "Da Amnesty" on Sands jokes for the 24hr period after he signs. Upon expiry of this amnesty, it will formally be considered bad patter. Only if hes good. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJF Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 Leon King tied down until 2024 after signing a new contract. It seemed like a few teams were rumoured to be sniffing about him so a good move by the club. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orbix Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 6 minutes ago, AJF said: Leon King tied down until 2024 after signing a new contract. It seemed like a few teams were rumoured to be sniffing about him so a good move by the club. Moved into the first team squad as well. Stirling Albion potentially too soon? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJF Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 13 hours ago, bennett said: An impeccable source tbf. Inside The SPFL @AgentScotland Patterson to Everton done, £10.2m (£5m up front) potentially going up to £15.2m, Rangers will be due £1m for every 50 starts he makes within the original timeframe of his first contract, there's also a 10% sell-on clause on any profit within the next three years, 5.5yr deal. 3:10 PM · Jan 4, 2022·Twitter for Android Pleasing to see Patterson’s agent demolishing Agent Scotland 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJF Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 (edited) And what feels like the 10th transfer window in a row, we have been linked with making a bid for Skov Olsen from Bologna. Edited January 5, 2022 by AJF 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever_blueco Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 6 minutes ago, AJF said: And what feels like the 10th transfer window in a row, we have been linked with making a bid for Skov Olsen from Bologna. Have we been linked with Vladimir Weiss yet ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G51 Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 Wilson saying Simba will be promoted into the first team, seems likely he’ll start vs Stirling Albion. On Skov Olsen: feels like there’s too much smoke for there not to be at least a little fire. Maybe a waste paper basket or something. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orbix Posted January 5, 2022 Share Posted January 5, 2022 If we can attack on the right as well as the left it'd maybe free Kent up from being fouled every thirty seconds, that's almost two signings in and of itself. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.