I wouldn't be bothered about seeing him on the bench, as you say I've seen him and he's quite impressed me(probably more than Oxley), but as Nick didn't put him on the bench for the last game, I assume he thinks he's not yet ready.
Now wouldn't that be funny. Papa Allam should put in a £1m bid and announce it to SSN, if only for our entertainment EDIT: Actually make that £500K, we'd probably get him for £1m which would be a complete waste for a bench warmer
I hope Mannone stays fit this time. He missed more games through injury than he actually played on his last loan. He's a good keeper, but i think this is a concern.
Probably wishful thinking and getting a bit ahead of myself, but is there any chance of Mannone being made permanent at the end of season? Maybe we've got a future clause in?
His injury record has to be a concern; it is a critical position and a long run-in. As for signing him up, let's deal with his injuries first and get to the season's end!
Vito will be ok and his arrival will allow Basso the time to recover. Joe Cracknell could be a decent No.2 for now imo.