Transfer Rumours Summer 2024 transfer thread

[HCAFCHangout]

Its annoying it has to be done really but it is a sign of the times. Entitlement of people to demand the answers to things that are not really any of their business. It would be different if Tim had come out and said 'Acun is not backing me' or if players were handing in transfer requests or spouting once they have left about what a terrible club it is but they're not. To me it looks like a simple re-build of a squad that was littered with signings made by an over excited new owner.

A proper manager has come in and been trusted with the job of building from the bottom up again. He knew it was needed and didnt trust Rosenior to do it which is fair enough.
The basis of people spreading rumours about Acun appears to be because he has not spoken in public about City for 2 weeks. Something it was suggested might be better he did more often and let Tan and the Manager do the talking.

The issue is mate. He's set a precedent. He's gone 2 years of being as open as a book and since the Rosenior Q&A he's been radio silent. Now this would have likely been fine had it been business as usual but a few things have happened and those looking for answers aren't getting them from the bloke.

 

[Jim the Tiger]

It is our business. Owners, managers and players come and go but the supporters are the only constant.

Being privy to transfer negotiations isn’t our business but the general state of the club definitely is.

The state of the club? From what I an see the club is being run very well. Attendances high as they have been for many years, great food and refreshements, lots of fan events, merchandise selling very well and our reach outside of England is getting bigger thanks to our owner.

You're right, none of the other stuff is anything to do with you. If Tim wants to wait for the right player then that is his business. If we go unbeaten in August and September will you still be worried about 'the state of the club'?

Be honest you're just gutted the club have stopped leaking info about transfers, which in fact is a huge positive.

 

[Summerof69]

Just wondering if there might be a signing or two due today that might just take the heat out of things a little?

 

[Idi Amin]

In 24 hours

Haha...oh yeah.

I must of blacked out for a second.

 

[HCAFCHangout]

The state of the club? From what I an see the club is being run very well. Attendances high as they have been for many years, great food and refreshements, lots of fan events, merchandise selling very well and our reach outside of England is getting bigger thanks to our owner.

You're right, none of the other stuff is anything to do with you. If Tim wants to wait for the right player then that is his business. If we go unbeaten in August and September will you still be worried about 'the state of the club'?

Be honest you're just gutted the club have stopped leaking info about transfers, which in fact is a huge positive.

Our only way of telling if the club is being run well is when the next set of accounts come out. We know we we're losing money weekly it depends how bad it was

 

[Jim the Tiger]

The issue is mate. He's set a precedent. He's gone 2 years of being as open as a book and since the Rosenior Q&A he's been radio silent. Now this would have likely been fine had it been business as usual but a few things have happened and those looking for answers aren't getting them from the bloke.

I agree with you but two years ago I would have done things that now make me cringe. And 5 years ago even more so. People have whispered in my ear at various times in my life and told me to conduct myself better or do things differently. I reckon there has been a reality check of what going in Botanic and spouting actually does to the chances of the manager getting his targets without paying over the odds.

One of my good mates is an agent and owners like Acun were a dream for him. Once they know the club have made it public they want a player there are tons of tricks to get that fee bumped up from all angles. Acun needed to shut his trap a bit and he is doing it thankfully.

 

[Trumpton Tiger.]

I am sure you remember the days when you could just pin Martin Fish into a corner in the sponsors lounge and find out anything you like! How times have changed.

i remember those days well, you could pin him down sometimes and he usually gave you a tale of pending doom whilst wringing his hands like an old fashioned money lender, but did we believe him? Myself and a mate once bumped into him at the Mill in Skidy, he was sat enjoying a meal with an old lady, we said quite loudly, 'probably trying to re-write her will' He saw us, did a double take, pushed his plate aside and left. Didn't get the chance to pin him down that day. Once pinned down Buchanan outside Notts Countys ground too, after a league cup game ( we lost) He spoke to a couple of us for over an hour, with his minder glaring at us whilst looking at his watch. Every word he said turned out to be a lie. But we believed him on the night.

 

[SydneyTiger14]

The state of the club? From what I an see the club is being run very well. Attendances high as they have been for many years, great food and refreshements, lots of fan events, merchandise selling very well and our reach outside of England is getting bigger thanks to our owner.

You're right, none of the other stuff is anything to do with you. If Tim wants to wait for the right player then that is his business. If we go unbeaten in August and September will you still be worried about 'the state of the club'?

Be honest you're just gutted the club have stopped leaking info about transfers, which in fact is a huge positive.

Yes that's how he comes across in interviews.

 

[Kalman II]

The state of the club? From what I an see the club is being run very well. Attendances high as they have been for many years, great food and refreshements, lots of fan events, merchandise selling very well and our reach outside of England is getting bigger thanks to our owner.

You're right, none of the other stuff is anything to do with you. If Tim wants to wait for the right player then that is his business. If we go unbeaten in August and September will you still be worried about 'the state of the club'?

Be honest you're just gutted the club have stopped leaking info about transfers, which in fact is a huge positive.

No, I’m more gutted that we’ve barely made any transfers.

 

[Jim the Tiger]

Tickton and Fish were huge mates ...


The views expressed in my posts are not necessarily mine.

My Dad was. I found Martin with tears in his eyes after his last game at Boothferry park sat on his own on the steps of the stand. I went to give him a hug and knocked his glasses off and watched them bounce down the concrete steps!! That moment he was having took an unexpected twist ha ha

 

[Jim the Tiger]

i remember those days well, you could pin him down sometimes and he usually gave you a tale of pending doom whilst wringing his hands like an old fashioned money lender, but did we believe him? Myself and a mate once bumped into him at the Mill in Skidy, he was sat enjoying a meal with an old lady, we said quiet loudly, 'probably trying to re-write her will' He saw us, did a double take, pushed his plate aside and left. Didn't get the chance to pin him down that day. Once pinned down Buchanan outside Notts Countys ground too, after a league cup game ( we lost) He spoke to a couple of us for over an hour, with his minder glaring at us whilst looking at his watch. Every word he said turned out to be a lie. But we believed him on the night.

Very different times, I miss how bad it was sometimes as it felt much more personal knowing everyone in the lounges and the staff by name.

 

[Jim the Tiger]

No, I’m more gutted that we’ve barely made any transfers.

Shame the transfer window has shut as well eh?

 

[SydneyTiger14]

Shame the transfer window has shut as well eh?

You're aware we have a game in 5 days?

You really are going out of your way to defend everything the club does. It is ok to admit that we've had a poor window. Our manager seems to think so.

 

[Howdentiger2]

I don't think he would be doing a Q&A live streamed with commercial clients and members if he was selling up. He would surely just release a statement and not be answering questions etc.

I think he will spend 90% of the Q&A talking about FFP.

I might be wrong and the wording does seem a little ominous.

Announcement re stepping back and concentrating more on feners....Tan to be the man moving forward

Edit...that's just my opinion not what I've heard

 

[SydneyTiger14]

Announcement re stepping back and concentrating more on feners....Tan to be the man moving forward

Great - so long as Tan then appoints a Director of Football so that he isn't doing everything himself.

 

[Tony Angelino]

Announcement re stepping back and concentrating more on feners....Tan to be the man moving forward

Edit...that's just my opinion not what I've heard

Can tan then sign deals off or does it still go trough acun…hypothetically speaking of course

 

[bradymk2]

Announcement re stepping back and concentrating more on feners....Tan to be the man moving forward

Edit...that's just my opinion not what I've heard

This is most likely what i expect

Then the love the club
The city
And you fans
And good players will come

 

[HCAFCHangout]

Announcement re stepping back and concentrating more on feners....Tan to be the man moving forward

Edit...that's just my opinion not what I've heard

Your opinion based on what you've heard though right?

 

[nbetiger]

Announcement re stepping back and concentrating more on feners....Tan to be the man moving forward

Edit...that's just my opinion not what I've heard

i think it could be possibly that @Howdentiger2

 

[Steven Toast]

Can tan then sign deals off or does it still go trough acun…hypothetically speaking of course

Yes, that scenario would see Acun be a background owner and Tan becoming Chairman, with Ebru Atasav Tahranci being vice chairman.