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JamesTUFC wrote:This just happened...
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I think it's a Tweet from a proper Matt who seems to revel in being a proper Matt then whinging about it when he gets called a proper Matt for being a proper Matt.

He'll be sharing a cell with Zebro[w]ski before long.

Matt.

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I see Wrexham have released ex Plymouth Tyler Harvey. I wonder if he might find his way down to us - fits the bill in the sense that he's clubless, Devonian and possibly cheap. But he's also played a fair bit as well and I wonder if there might be room in the squad for someone like him once Ward and Fitzpatrick go

Can't see it means anything re: James Hurst, as he's only signed for Dover 2 days ago!

This just happened...
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Lathrope and Young back from injury soon? http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/38528512

MellowYellow wrote:Exeter City striker Jamie Reid's loan extended to the end of the season. Reid and Harrad might turn out to be a good partnership

Now, I admit this is more in hope than expectation, but Shaun Harrad is a wily old fox and I think much of Nathan Blissett's success last season stemmed from the work of Shaun Harrad. Could he possiby form a similar partnership with Brett Williams? On the other hand, on his performance just behind the strikers in the home match against Forest Green, it would be harsh on young Sam Chaney if he lost his place.

Exeter City striker Jamie Reid's loan extended to the end of the season. Reid and Harrad might turn out to be a good partnership

Harrad on his way back! TORQUAY United must wait on 'international clearance' from the Welsh FA before clinching the re-signing of striker Shaun Harrad from Wrexham. Harrad, trained with the Gulls today and hopes to be available for Saturday's home National League game against Boreham Wood. Harrad returns on an initial six-month deal.


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Blissett did the work of two or three men ( Nicho ). Williams shows little inclination for work at all. He is a much better striker than Blissett I have no doubt but on the balance sheet he seems to be in the debit column.

SenorDingDong wrote: Nicholson doesn't know how to manage him. Williams is a luxury player that will score you goals but contribute little else, certainly not defensively, think Ruud Van Nistelrooy levels of defensive contribution if a different play style. Nicholson has gone on record a number of times criticising Williams' work rate, stating he needs to improve it if he wants to be in the team and has never given him a prolonged run in the team. If you want a striker that contributes to other parts of the play, don't sign Brett Williams.

So we're stuck with one of our best paid players, one of the better Conference level strikers, sitting on the bench (and not always!) wasting a large amount of budget because Nicholson signed completely the wrong player for what he wants on the pitch. I guarantee that when he eventually leaves, he'll easily stick in 10-15 goals a season at this level for his new team as a conservative estimate.

He's had so many clubs he aught to take up golf.

Where is Ronald Huth, who impressed so much in the PSF against WBA?

I hear that Sean Harrad has just left Wrexham after his short term deal expired. Might we go back in for him, especially as Bliss appears to be leaving?

Brett Williams has ability there is no doubt. Evidence his goal against WBA and more recently a superb strike at Plainmoor.

I think Nicho has got to accept that Williams is one of those infuriating players with natural ability who can only play one way and that is his way!

You just have to say look Brett I know you are a brilliant player that is why you are in the National League just go and play in your favoured position never mind the team but score 15 goals in the next 20 games and all is forgiven. He might just do it so he can say "told you so".

danjgregory wrote:What is the story with Williams? He smashed in 36 goals in 77 games for Aldershot between '13-'15...surely we should give him more game time?! Is he hampered with injuries?

Nicholson doesn't know how to manage him. Williams is a luxury player that will score you goals but contribute little else, certainly not defensively, think Ruud Van Nistelrooy levels of defensive contribution if a different play style. Nicholson has gone on record a number of times criticising Williams' work rate, stating he needs to improve it if he wants to be in the team and has never given him a prolonged run in the team. If you want a striker that contributes to other parts of the play, don't sign Brett Williams.

So we're stuck with one of our best paid players, one of the better Conference level strikers, sitting on the bench (and not always!) wasting a large amount of budget because Nicholson signed completely the wrong player for what he wants on the pitch. I guarantee that when he eventually leaves, he'll easily stick in 10-15 goals a season at this level for his new team as a conservative estimate.

I do wonder when we sign players whether sometimes the reputation earned at other clubs cannot be converted into goals with us because we don't play them in a system that they have thrived in before. When I look at a player for a club I look to see why he is playing well. who is the foil that enables this. what is the system and who is playing to the players strengths that enable the player being watched to thrive. Sometimes i can see that its not one player that is worth looking at and I think occasionly the two players need to be signed as they have a system that works with the two of them togther whereas splitting them up and finding out that the new partnership doesn't work quite as well.
When a player comes on loan. he is either trying to impress the boss at his parent club. or the boss at the club on loan. when the secuirty of the contract is set in concrete they ease off. Now with Keifer Moore I am hoping that if Kev goes in for him Kev will spot early on if he has bought into the ethos of his home club and that he is as much of a fan as he is a player. this alone might be the reason he could be worth ploughing all the transfer money from Nathan Blisset to get him. at least for the rest of the season if not a 2 1/2 year contract.
I know many players have let us down. But with Keifer I have a feeling that he might well be the answer to our prayers. and i think he would be a great signing.