Typical of the tight fisted ****er. Failing to sign Joe was the beginning of everything going tits up this season. What a difference he'd have made.
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Typical of the tight fisted ****er. Failing to sign Joe was the beginning of everything going tits up this season. What a difference he'd have made.
Guys,please,its time to get over not signing Joe Allen.Fuk up ok,but please put it to bed.
With what was going on at the club , nobody would have made a difference IMO .... Bony never even made the bench last game valley , his only 2 goals this season was against a relegation team ....us ... still think he would have made a difference ...
Defensively at set pieces yes. As for Joe, if you cannot see the difference he'd have made, well.......
I posted it more because of Huw's arrogant style of transfer dealing rather than the player himself
Fer is great at set pieces and scores more than Allen ....in a lot less minutes and a third the cost .
Thanks Taff , should read a bit further at times instead of speed reading .. the article I seen started with RB Leipzig and somehow I figured he was a right back ...DOH
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/38466308
Scroll down to " Losing the 'Swans Way', just below Paul Clements photograph, then 3rd para down.
Interesting to note that Curtis and I use the word "left" whereas you prefer "sacked".
Yes Taff I understand that.
My"fuk up ok" was aimed at the same.
But,we must move on,he is not with us and "may" not have been the saviour.
Curtis is not quoted saying 'left' in the article
"Curtis - a former player who was at the club throughout their rise up the divisions - believes the Swans have not been the same since Michael Laudrup left in 2014 ".
Seems clear enough to me.
Still doesn't say 'left'
As the old adage goes, "you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink ".
BBC Wales are saying that rumours of Gylfi handing in a transfer request a few days ago are false.
And the sad obsession grates into the new year.
Its not interesting really is it lib? but to explain the obvious to you I use the word 'sacked' because 'sacked' he was. Care to deny this?
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"sad obsession". Not really. It's just that I respect and admire the man. Something you are unable to do - for anyone. But that's your problem, and mercifully not mine.
Curtis also admires and respects him, which is why he refrained from using the word "sacked", choosing, as did I, to use the word "left". It's what nice people do. Sadly, you wouldn't understand that.
It is "interesting" in as much as it shows you up for what you are.
Absolutely no need for you "to explain the obvious" since he was "sacked", and then he "left". The two sort of go hand in hand.
Clearly, that's not "obvious" to you though.
"sad obsession". Not really. It's just that I respect and admire the man. Something you are unable to do - for anyone. But that's your problem, and mercifully not mine.
Curtis also admires and respects him, which is why he refrained from using the word "sacked", choosing, as did I, to use the word "left". It's what nice people do. Sadly, you wouldn't understand that.
It is "interesting" in as much as it shows you up for what you are.
Absolutely no need for you "to explain the obvious" since he was "sacked", and then he "left". The two sort of go hand in hand.
Clearly, that's not "obvious" to you though.
All the quotes attributed to Alan Curtis in your misrepresented and misquoted post lib.
"I think we have [lost our way]. It's just the change of management all the time," Curtis added.
"The best eras were Roberto Martinez, Brendan Rodgers and Michael Laudrup. But we've probably lost a bit of the 'Swansea Way'. It has been diluted.
"We've lost quite a few players too but have we adequately replaced them?"
"I know a lot of the foreign boys have seen [the documentary] Jack to a King. So they've got a brief history of where we were and where we are now," he said.
"They might not be 100% passionate about it but they know where we came from and how important it is [to stay up]. Not just for the club but for the whole area."
Your just being silly now aren't you lib? misquoting articles to bolster your obsession, yes?
You've stated that my posts are interesting to you so I'll expand your mind even more by adding depth to my last post. Regarding our x-manager M. Laudrup, the reason I used the word 'sacked' in such an interesting way in my incitfull post was purely because 'sacked' he was. No other reason, just a simply word which tells the truth.
Its below even your high horse philosophies lib to deliberately mislead posters by misquoting a written report so you can maintain your inane obsession with the x-manager.
Stop lieing to yourself, and stop attempting to immaturely mislead posters. Curtis did not say what you said he did, I know he didn't and so do you. Just in case your confused libby, M Laudrup, an x- manager of our club was sacked by our club, history says so and so do I
Anyway wibble, sticks and stones may break my bones but you can never hurt me.
Keep trying little man, entertain me.
Just when I thought the club couldn't sink any lower , Curtis is show the exit . I guess it doesn't,t pay to say good things about Laudrup when Jenkin's still has a sliver of say . If Jenkin's was in my sights , the safety would be off .Who have we become ?
5 SIGNINGS TO STOP THE SWANS FROM DROWNING
BY ADAM DIGBYJan 3, 2017
Adam is an Italian football writer currently working for the likes of FourFourTwo, BeIn Sports and Sport 360. He is also the author of "Juventus: A History In Black & White"
After a desperately poor run of form, Swansea sacked Bob Bradley and looked for their third manager of 2016/17. Eventually they decided to approach Chelsea youth team boss Paul Clement, who had worked as a long-time assistant to Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti.
Working under the Italian first at Stamford Bridge, he then followed him for spells at Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid, before linking up once again in Bavaria, having also spent time with Fulham, Blackburn Rovers and Derby County.
Swansea are in a desperate situation, rock-bottom of the Premier League table after winning just three of their 19 matches to date. The club recognise the need to improve, reportedly promising Clement £30 million to spend during January in order to help bolster a squad that has proven to be ill-equipped to survive in English football’s top flight.
What follows is a look at a number of targets the new manager should pursue over the next month, identifying players who could strengthen a side that has conceded a staggering 44 goals thus far while scoring only 21 themselves.
MARTIN CACERES
With such a dire defensive record, it is undoubtedly at the back where Swansea are most in need of an injection of quality. After selling Wales captain Ashley Williams to Everton in the summer, the void he left has not been adequately filled. The side visibly lacking his experience, leadership and awareness almost every time they step onto the field.
Harry Redknapp had been linked with the job and was rumoured to want John Terry to join him, but Clement is unlikely to share that train of thought. Martin Caceres has been in the frame for some time, the Uruguay international still without a club after his contract with Juventus expired back in June. West Ham have been linked with him, but the 29-year-old may be willing to join Swansea in order to prove his ability to a bigger club.
TOM CARROLL
Before he was fired, Bradley made no secret of the fact that Swansea were working to add Tottenham’s Tom Carroll when the transfer window opened. The 24 year old spent the 2014/15 campaign on loan with the club and the American Coach was happy to admit they were looking to bring him back on a similar deal.
“Tom is a player who everyone here knows,” Bradley said. “He’s been around in the past, he’s certainly a good footballer and he’s a player who has been discussed. What Tom brings as a footballer is he is technically sharp, a good passer, and those are qualities a team can use.”
Those are certainly attributes that the Swans need, while the emergence of the highly-rated Harry Winks has sent Carroll further down the pecking order at White Hart Lane. He signed a new contract back in September, meaning any move is only likely to be temporary, but the Watford native might be able to help Clement preserve Swansea’s Premier League status.
JAY RODRIGUEZ
As well as their problems at the back, Swansea have struggled up front where their two summer signings have delivered contrasting results. Fernando Llorente has finally overcome his slow start and has begun to net some important goals including a vital brace against Crystal Palace just before Christmas.
However, they have failed to see much return on the club record £15.5m fee paid to Atletico Madrid for Borja Baston. In 12 appearances thus far he has scored just one goal and Valencia are reportedly looking to take him on loan in January, news which has led to reports that Swansea are looking at Southampton’s Jay Rodriguez in order to boost their own scoring prowess. He has netted three goals in just 520 minutes of action and if a deal can be struck then the 27-year-old could find space at the Liberty Stadium.
VICENTE IBORRA
Swansea were linked with Sevilla’s Vicente Iborra last summer, with rumours of them renewing that interest in January already cropping up over the past month. Primarily a defensive midfielder, the three-time Europa League winner could help improve the shaky defensive record of the Welsh side while bringing some much needed experience and tactical acumen as Clement looks to reverse their fortunes.
Iborra has remained on the fringe of the side at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium, making just seven starts in 2016/17. He has netted three goals in that time while averaging 2.2 tackles and 3.2 interceptions per 90 minutes, numbers which reflect the tenacity and effort so often lacking at Swansea this term.
ALEIX VIDAL
Another name from Spain is perhaps even more surprising, with Clement already linked with a move for Aleix Vidal who has struggled to make any tangible impact at Barcelona. Like Dani Alves, he arrived from Sevilla and much was expected of him, but the 27-year-old has made just two appearances this term and is almost certain to move on in January.
More than adequate defensively, his biggest assets are arguably his work rate and crossing, while he also possesses the energy to press forward up and down the flank as often as possible. Rarely caught in possession, he is fine attacking outlet and would undoubtedly provide Fernando Llorente with the kind of service he has so often lacked during his time with the club.
With only the ageing Angel Rangel or the inconsistent Kyle Naughton to choose from, Swansea could do with a good right-back and Vidal almost certainly fits the bill. They will need to move quickly however, as both Fenerbahce and Southampton are expected to declare their interest in the days to come
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BY ADAM DIGBYJan 3, 2017
Adam is an Italian football writer currently working for the likes of FourFourTwo, BeIn Sports and Sport 360. He is also the author of "Juventus: A History In Black & White"
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After a desperately poor run of form, Swansea sacked Bob Bradley and looked for their third manager of 2016/17. Eventually they decided to approach Chelsea youth team boss Paul Clement, who had worked as a long-time assistant to Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti.
Working under the Italian first at Stamford Bridge, he then followed him for spells at Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid, before linking up once again in Bavaria, having also spent time with Fulham, Blackburn Rovers and Derby County.
Swansea are in a desperate situation, rock-bottom of the Premier League table after winning just three of their 19 matches to date. The club recognise the need to improve, reportedly promising Clement £30 million to spend during January in order to help bolster a squad that has proven to be ill-equipped to survive in English football’s top flight.
What follows is a look at a number of targets the new manager should pursue over the next month, identifying players who could strengthen a side that has conceded a staggering 44 goals thus far while scoring only 21 themselves.
MARTIN CACERES
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With such a dire defensive record, it is undoubtedly at the back where Swansea are most in need of an injection of quality. After selling Wales captain Ashley Williams to Everton in the summer, the void he left has not been adequately filled. The side visibly lacking his experience, leadership and awareness almost every time they step onto the field.
Harry Redknapp had been linked with the job and was rumoured to want John Terry to join him, but Clement is unlikely to share that train of thought. Martin Caceres has been in the frame for some time, the Uruguay international still without a club after his contract with Juventus expired back in June. West Ham have been linked with him, but the 29-year-old may be willing to join Swansea in order to prove his ability to a bigger club.
TOM CARROLL
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Before he was fired, Bradley made no secret of the fact that Swansea were working to add Tottenham’s Tom Carroll when the transfer window opened. The 24 year old spent the 2014/15 campaign on loan with the club and the American Coach was happy to admit they were looking to bring him back on a similar deal.
“Tom is a player who everyone here knows,” Bradley said. “He’s been around in the past, he’s certainly a good footballer and he’s a player who has been discussed. What Tom brings as a footballer is he is technically sharp, a good passer, and those are qualities a team can use.”
Those are certainly attributes that the Swans need, while the emergence of the highly-rated Harry Winks has sent Carroll further down the pecking order at White Hart Lane. He signed a new contract back in September, meaning any move is only likely to be temporary, but the Watford native might be able to help Clement preserve Swansea’s Premier League status.
JAY RODRIGUEZ
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As well as their problems at the back, Swansea have struggled up front where their two summer signings have delivered contrasting results. Fernando Llorente has finally overcome his slow start and has begun to net some important goals including a vital brace against Crystal Palace just before Christmas.
However, they have failed to see much return on the club record £15.5m fee paid to Atletico Madrid for Borja Baston. In 12 appearances thus far he has scored just one goal and Valencia are reportedly looking to take him on loan in January, news which has led to reports that Swansea are looking at Southampton’s Jay Rodriguez in order to boost their own scoring prowess. He has netted three goals in just 520 minutes of action and if a deal can be struck then the 27-year-old could find space at the Liberty Stadium.
VICENTE IBORRA
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Swansea were linked with Sevilla’s Vicente Iborra last summer, with rumours of them renewing that interest in January already cropping up over the past month. Primarily a defensive midfielder, the three-time Europa League winner could help improve the shaky defensive record of the Welsh side while bringing some much needed experience and tactical acumen as Clement looks to reverse their fortunes.
Iborra has remained on the fringe of the side at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium, making just seven starts in 2016/17. He has netted three goals in that time while averaging 2.2 tackles and 3.2 interceptions per 90 minutes, numbers which reflect the tenacity and effort so often lacking at Swansea this term.
ALEIX VIDAL
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Another name from Spain is perhaps even more surprising, with Clement already linked with a move for Aleix Vidal who has struggled to make any tangible impact at Barcelona. Like Dani Alves, he arrived from Sevilla and much was expected of him, but the 27-year-old has made just two appearances this term and is almost certain to move on in January.
More than adequate defensively, his biggest assets are arguably his work rate and crossing, while he also possesses the energy to press forward up and down the flank as often as possible. Rarely caught in possession, he is fine attacking outlet and would undoubtedly provide Fernando Llorente with the kind of service he has so often lacked during his time with the club.
With only the ageing Angel Rangel or the inconsistent Kyle Naughton to choose from, Swansea could do with a good right-back and Vidal almost certainly fits the bill. They will need to move quickly however, as both Fenerbahce and Southampton are expected to declare their interest in the days to come
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Lose him and I think you guys will be down. Seems to be the only one with real quality in that team at the moment. Would have loved him at Liverpool when he first moved to Spurs, thought he'd fit in perfectly with Rodgers having managed him previously as well.