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Modibo Maiga: A poor man's Tevez?

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  1. I want curly hair too

    I want curly hair too Active Member

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    Away from the whole Sports direct issue..

    So, if sources are to be believed, we're very likely to sign Maiga from Sochaux in January. Although I haven't seen him play, I've heard good things about him and he has a great goalscoring record in Ligue 1.

    But to me it seems like we're sort of skirting round the fact that he announced he would never play for Sochaux again during the Summer, refused to play against Caen and went missing in an attempt to force the move to the Toon.

    The title was an exaggeration, but am I the only one who's uneasy about buying someone like this? I mean, who's to say that in a couple of seasons he might get interest from a 'bigger' club and do the same to us? With the team spirit so high and a real sense of togetherness it just makes me wonder...

    Thoughts?
     
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    I want curly hair too, Nov 10, 2011
  2. 5 Goals 1 Hat Trick 11 Heroes-NUFC4LIFE

    5 Goals 1 Hat Trick 11 Heroes-NUFC4LIFE Well-Known Member

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    Ben Arfa did the same thing when he wanted to join us but look at his commitment to us now.

    Depends on the situation I guess.
     
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  3. Beatski

    Beatski Well-Known Member

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    didnt do it for the same reasons though.


    also, i was never that sold on Magia anyways (welliton please <ok>)
     
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  4. Prince Isak (GG)

    Prince Isak (GG) Well-Known Member

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    He will be a good signing. The club have done there research and the fat man wont part with the cash unless hes certain hes gonna be a player for us.

    So far none.... yes NONE of the signings under Pardew have been bad. All have been good value for money.... I mean that GOOD VALUE.

    And if a bigger team come in for him in a couple of years time that will mean HE HAS BEEN A SUCCESS and if he leaves we get a big fat wadge of money. Its a win win situation!
     
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  5. Amnesiac

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    Was told he could join then denied permission to speak to the club? Pretty sure it's similar circumstances.
     
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  6. go go nile ranger

    go go nile ranger Member

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    like the guy from leazes terrace said on that 5live program yesterday signing problem players can work in your favour, if you can change them they may become more loyal to your club
     
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  7. Beatski

    Beatski Well-Known Member

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    ah, good point. in that case; i just dont like him (for no reason)
     
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    Beatski, Nov 10, 2011
  8. Crouching Shola Hidden Talent

    Crouching Shola Hidden Talent Active Member

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    Are you the Safestyle windows guy?
     
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  9. Magpie Fozz

    Magpie Fozz Well-Known Member

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    <laugh>
     
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  10. Amnesiac

    Amnesiac Guest

    This.
     
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  11. Prince Isak (GG)

    Prince Isak (GG) Well-Known Member

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    I wish I had his hair... A SAY I WISH A HAD IS AIR!
     
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  12. goldie

    goldie Well-Known Member

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    perhaps we could change his name to renault maiga
     
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  13. Jonas' Dance Teacher

    Jonas' Dance Teacher Active Member

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    Yes, he is definetly a poor mans Tevez!
     
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  14. Smudger

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    Different circumstances yes, but Ben Arfa did the same thing and we were still happy to sign him.

    Also, everyone urges the club to sign more "Carr gems", well Maiga has been extensively scouted and recommended by Carr, so trust him!
     
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  15. Albert's Chip Shop

    Albert's Chip Shop Top Grafter Forum Moderator

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    In Carr we trust.
     
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  16. Jonas' Dance Teacher

    Jonas' Dance Teacher Active Member

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    This.
     
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  17. AH

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    Aye, In Carr We Trust. Don't know why I'm not trusting him on this one though. Maybe it's normally because Carr gems are totally unexpected, like Tiote and Cabaye. Come out of nowhere, not a lot of transfer speculation, and BAM they're bloody brilliant. With Maiga there's been a lot of transfer speculation and it feels like it's being dragged out a lot so it seems like a big deal. But he's hardly the caliber of player, at the minute, for any of us to get really excited about..

    Just doesn't feel like a Carr gem...

    I'm chatting ****. I dunno what I'm on about. The lad'll come good. In Carr We Trust!!!
     
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  18. Speedo

    Speedo Active Member

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    Let's keep this simple:

    If he's a c*nt, sell him.
     
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    Speedo, Nov 11, 2011
  19. Tim Kruls Zulu Shield (:)

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    he scores 20 goals a season for me on FM12
     
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    Tim Kruls Zulu Shield (:), Nov 11, 2011
  20. Vuckic's Faces

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    That means he's great, Sign em up!
     
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