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Toby Alderweireld - Will we sign him permanently?

Discussion in 'Southampton' started by NISaint, Feb 4, 2015.

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Toby Alderweireld - Will he sign for us permanently?

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  1. Pelletron

    Pelletron Well-Known Member

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    Toby is definitely the best CB we've had in my lifetime. Stands out every time I've seen him play. Contrary to what Fran says, I've seen him make loads of last ditch tackles and interceptions, as well as goal line clearances, which doesn't mean he's been caught out of position, but rather he's mopping up after someone else. His positional awareness, though, as Fran suggests, is superb. Plays with such a calm presence. And he always appeals to the crowd to keep singing; and always pays a visit to the fans after the match too.
     
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  2. Pelletron

    Pelletron Well-Known Member

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    But agree, those around him bring him up to that level - as does he bring those around him up to his level.
     
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  3. fran-MLs little camera

    fran-MLs little camera Well-Known Member

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    The only way he'd sign for us is if had fallen in love with the club...yes, I believe in the tooth fairy as well.
     
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  4. fatletiss

    fatletiss Well-Known Member

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    maybe if he felt the love and affection of an adoring fan switch from his CB partner to him, he may feel that little extra special... come on Fran start writing those notes.

    You card start with a valentines card for him:

    Roses are Red
    Violets are Blue
    I used to fancy Fonte
    but now I want you
     
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  5. fran-MLs little camera

    fran-MLs little camera Well-Known Member

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    I'd have to see a topless picture of Toby first....I never knew how talented Fonte was until he stripped off after scoring against Brighton :p
     
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  6. Dark Lord SFC

    Dark Lord SFC Well-Known Member

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    Fran - you are soon shallow!!!!!
    LOL
     
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  7. fatletiss

    fatletiss Well-Known Member

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    A few years ago, so he's older and 'fuller' now :)

    alderwerield.jpg
     
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  8. JayRodriguez9

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    he's got a nice leg
     
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  9. Number 1 Jasper

    Number 1 Jasper Well-Known Member

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    No . I think he is using us as a stepping stone .
     
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  10. Dark Lord SFC

    Dark Lord SFC Well-Known Member

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    Agreed but he doesn't seem to get any media spotlight for his excellent performances this season so we might get lucky and sign him in the summer
     
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  11. saintrichie123

    saintrichie123 Well-Known Member

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    Unfortunatley he will not sign as DTLW said on another thread Ron spoke with and tried to talk him into trying to sign in jan.
    But I am sure Ron,Les and the black box are hard at work to find a replacement in the summer.
     
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  12. Number 1 Jasper

    Number 1 Jasper Well-Known Member

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    Also as he has not made any false promises etc , if he does not sign a permanent deal then good luck to him .
     
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  13. Beef

    Beef Well-Known Member

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    I still think it will be Kongolo.
     
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  14. Dark Lord SFC

    Dark Lord SFC Well-Known Member

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    Agreed
     
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