Good luck to Dobson if he does get a better move, I will be sad to see him go, think he unfairly gets a lot more criticism online then he deserves, not so much actually at the games with the wider fanbase thankfully.
I will be hoping he stays as not yet ready to declare Coventry a superior player plus I want a good squad not just a good first eleven so plenty of room for them both in a Charlton shirt.
I do find the Ward signing a bit weird on the face of it. Unless they really do have no confidence in AMB and Isted , but Ward doesn't really fit the profile of someone that's coming to properly push AMB.
Going to help with coaching doubt he’ll figure even in the bench unless of injury ..
I do find the Ward signing a bit weird on the face of it. Unless they really do have no confidence in AMB and Isted , but Ward doesn't really fit the profile of someone that's coming to properly push AMB.
Going to help with coaching doubt he’ll figure even in the bench unless of injury ..
What’s your source for the coaching bit?
I said it earlier in this thread
His role at Swindon? That’s still an assumption that he’ll do the same here, I was wondering if there was something beyond that.
I do find the Ward signing a bit weird on the face of it. Unless they really do have no confidence in AMB and Isted , but Ward doesn't really fit the profile of someone that's coming to properly push AMB.
Going to help with coaching doubt he’ll figure even in the bench unless of injury ..
What’s your source for the coaching bit?
I said it earlier in this thread
His role at Swindon? That’s still an assumption that he’ll do the same here, I was wondering if there was something beyond that.
I do find the Ward signing a bit weird on the face of it. Unless they really do have no confidence in AMB and Isted , but Ward doesn't really fit the profile of someone that's coming to properly push AMB.
Going to help with coaching doubt he’ll figure even in the bench unless of injury ..
What’s your source for the coaching bit?
I said it earlier in this thread
His role at Swindon? That’s still an assumption that he’ll do the same here, I was wondering if there was something beyond that.
You may be right, but he read my comments and assumed I am right
Good luck to Dobson if he does get a better move, I will be sad to see him go, think he unfairly gets a lot more criticism online then he deserves, not so much actually at the games with the wider fanbase thankfully.
I will be hoping he stays as not yet ready to declare Coventry a superior player plus I want a good squad not just a good first eleven so plenty of room for them both in a Charlton shirt.
Does he get a lot of criticism online? Is it on twitter, because on here there’s a few posters who don’t rate him at the level others do - but I’d hardly call that criticism.
If the Scott Fraser deal is off I’d be tempted to suggest that the new manager wants to keep him or at least keep him around as an option until the end of the season
Was my thought as well, had me wondering if they have someone lined up who had said he rates Fraser.
I have worked abroad before and have travelled a lot and never found a city better than London. It has culture, history, architecture, great restaurants, theatres, great sport and much more. It's not perfect but no where is. I think English people talk it down toi much at times. Having said all of that I have never understood why more English players don't play abroad. Not sure Hungry Infront of 3,000 people is overly attractive though.
Fair enough mate, to me it isn't the same anymore. It's not safe (heightened by social media no doubt) and it's become a bit of a dump other than the heavily looked after/guarded tourist attractions.
Unfortunately I am tied down in the general area for the foreseeable, if my work was more mobile/free lance I'd be off in a shot, only Charlton I care for in this city now.
That's my thought process, especially as a life experience and a chance to play different competition. It's why I was so happy to see Kane move to Bayern as it's quite rare you see a top English player move away from the Prem.
If you're living somewhere like Erith or Thamesmead then yeah I can see why you'd say London is a dump, but if you are a mid 20s footballer earning 150k a year then you can afford to live somewhere nice in a nice house or flat and not worry about the cost too much.
Haha close for me. I've lived in West Thamesmead (most of my life), Abbey Wood and Bexleyheath.
150k a year but in a short career and would cost a hefty fee to live comfortably in a nice bit of London.
I'd personally rather get a contract in a safer city that's affordable and live like a king.
Of course hope he stays but I think if he was going to he would have signed by now. I reckon we had to get promoted to keep him, hopefully I'm wrong.
I have worked abroad before and have travelled a lot and never found a city better than London. It has culture, history, architecture, great restaurants, theatres, great sport and much more. It's not perfect but no where is. I think English people talk it down toi much at times. Having said all of that I have never understood why more English players don't play abroad. Not sure Hungry Infront of 3,000 people is overly attractive though.
Fair enough mate, to me it isn't the same anymore. It's not safe (heightened by social media no doubt) and it's become a bit of a dump other than the heavily looked after/guarded tourist attractions.
Unfortunately I am tied down in the general area for the foreseeable, if my work was more mobile/free lance I'd be off in a shot, only Charlton I care for in this city now.
That's my thought process, especially as a life experience and a chance to play different competition. It's why I was so happy to see Kane move to Bayern as it's quite rare you see a top English player move away from the Prem.
If you're living somewhere like Erith or Thamesmead then yeah I can see why you'd say London is a dump, but if you are a mid 20s footballer earning 150k a year then you can afford to live somewhere nice in a nice house or flat and not worry about the cost too much.
Haha close for me. I've lived in West Thamesmead (most of my life), Abbey Wood and Bexleyheath.
150k a year but in a short career and would cost a hefty fee to live comfortably in a nice bit of London.
I'd personally rather get a contract in a safer city that's affordable and live like a king.
Of course hope he stays but I think if he was going to he would have signed by now. I reckon we had to get promoted to keep him, hopefully I'm wrong.
If you’re bored of London, you’re bored of life! Love living here, and don’t find it unsafe at all, but of course other great cities are available. 👍 Our big problem is that with each year we spend in L1 we become a less attractive destination for ambitious footballers. We’ve got to get out of this league very quickly.
Latest news and gossip from the72 on Newsnow....... But an ever so slightly ancient stock photo, which is also reversed. Their info is bound to be accurate and up to date shurely!
A great photo that (ignoring that it's been flipped) but must date from around 96/97, with the TV gantry on the other side, and the portakabins still there.
I look forward to them predicting that we'll soon sign Clive Mendonca
The interesting thing is that this Hungarian team seem to be the only one interested in him. Obviously might be different in the summer but it strengthens our hand if no one else is trying to unsettle him
I was surprised at this. I don’t think he’s some sort of world beater and expected a glut of Championship clubs to come in for him, but I thought more UK clubs may want him. Like you say, might be different in the summer when he’s officially out of contract
The interesting thing is that this Hungarian team seem to be the only one interested in him. Obviously might be different in the summer but it strengthens our hand if no one else is trying to unsettle him
I was surprised at this. I don’t think he’s some sort of world beater and expected a glut of Championship clubs to come in for him, but I thought more UK clubs may want him. Like you say, might be different in the summer when he’s officially out of contract
Like who though? He's not good enough for the Championship, the top L1 teams don't make use of a player with his skillset and the other L1 teams can't afford him. He's been the most consistent player in a team that has finished 13th then 10th and are currently 16th and angling down. He'll want a payrise on what he's on now and he's on a decent wage with us. Add to that the fact that we'll demand a fee now but he's free in the summer he's just not good value at the moment
I expected top end of League 1 , lower end of the championship interest in Dobson for sure. It's quite an interesting one that the only interest that's come out was Wrexham in the summer and the Hungarian club now.
For me Dobbo has been asked to do way to much carrying in this team. When he signed he admitted he was a very straightforward hard working player without much in the way of exciting extras, but in his time with us his passing has become exciting, and unlike some in the team, he isn't afraid to pass forwards to try and open defences. His defensive work is great, and my personal feeling is that we should make an effort to keep him.
If he wants out, that's a difefrent thing and I will sadly wish him all the best, but at the moment, my feeling is we will have space in the team for a midfield terrier like Dobbo who can pass the ball to feet, at least until the end of next season.
Good luck to Dobson if he does get a better move, I will be sad to see him go, think he unfairly gets a lot more criticism online then he deserves, not so much actually at the games with the wider fanbase thankfully.
I will be hoping he stays as not yet ready to declare Coventry a superior player plus I want a good squad not just a good first eleven so plenty of room for them both in a Charlton shirt.
Does he get a lot of criticism online? Is it on twitter, because on here there’s a few posters who don’t rate him at the level others do - but I’d hardly call that criticism.
I don't use Twitter, you see here from certain posters regular claiming Dobson is not good enough, calls to drop him match after match, saying his passing is poor etc.
Thankfully in the actual crowd we are desperate to see him stay as we see how important he is, even when he looks knackered.
I expected top end of League 1 , lower end of the championship interest in Dobson for sure. It's quite an interesting one that the only interest that's come out was Wrexham in the summer and the Hungarian club now.
He has had championship interest before. Millwall were apparently interested in the summer but his Dad is a big West Ham fan and said no chance.
Source: One of Dobson's best mates works with one of my mates.
Sunderland didn't rate him, Adkins, and possibly crappleton and Scott don't either. What do they see that we don't? He isn't creative and recently he has been sitting a bit deep but look at the tackles he wins and the energy in his game.
I rate him as a l1 player, he might cut it in the championship at the right clubs but as we will be in L1 (maximum) next year, we should keep him!
I expected top end of League 1 , lower end of the championship interest in Dobson for sure. It's quite an interesting one that the only interest that's come out was Wrexham in the summer and the Hungarian club now.
He has had championship interest before. Millwall were apparently interested in the summer but his Dad is a big West Ham fan and said no chance.
Source: One of Dobson's best mates works with one of my mates.
That's interesting to know! I was thinking someone like a Bristol City or Plymouth in terms of those midtable championship clubs. Not surprised Millwall had an interest in him.
Got a feeling that transfer activity this window might have dried up due to a crisis behind the scenes. Hope that isn’t the case because we still need reinforcements.
Confusing what the holdup is. If the departure of Fraser has been delayed until we get a new attacking midfielder, why hasn't he been in the matchday squads for the last 2 matches?
New manager wants him to stay.
;-)
New manager out!!...thought i'd get that one in early..🙄
Why are some people talking about a new manager, have they reversed their decision and sacked him?
Well that is the question...have they or have they not, is anything really here or is it all a dream, will we wake up in a parallel universe sometime in the future... Oh, and in answer to your question, not as far as I know, all in jest really...🤔
The best midfielder defensively in league 2 this season (statistically), only 21 and very mobile. Surprised we wasn't in for him as he's a London lad, has potential to improve and could potentially be a big transfer fee for a club in the future.
The best midfielder defensively in league 2 this season (statistically), only 21 and very mobile. Surprised we wasn't in for him as he's a London lad, has potential to improve and could potentially be a big transfer fee for a club in the future.
Even if Dobson goes we do not need any more defensively minded CMs. Coventry, Taylor, Mcgrandles, Bakinson, Edmonds-Green, Mitchell (Next Season) could all play that role
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I will be hoping he stays as not yet ready to declare Coventry a superior player plus I want a good squad not just a good first eleven so plenty of room for them both in a Charlton shirt.
Unfortunately I am tied down in the general area for the foreseeable, if my work was more mobile/free lance I'd be off in a shot, only Charlton I care for in this city now.
That's my thought process, especially as a life experience and a chance to play different competition. It's why I was so happy to see Kane move to Bayern as it's quite rare you see a top English player move away from the Prem.
Haha close for me. I've lived in West Thamesmead (most of my life), Abbey Wood and Bexleyheath.
150k a year but in a short career and would cost a hefty fee to live comfortably in a nice bit of London.
I'd personally rather get a contract in a safer city that's affordable and live like a king.
Of course hope he stays but I think if he was going to he would have signed by now. I reckon we had to get promoted to keep him, hopefully I'm wrong.
Love living here, and don’t find it unsafe at all, but of course other great cities are available. 👍
Our big problem is that with each year we spend in L1 we become a less attractive destination for ambitious footballers. We’ve got to get out of this league very quickly.
I look forward to them predicting that we'll soon sign Clive Mendonca
If he wants out, that's a difefrent thing and I will sadly wish him all the best, but at the moment, my feeling is we will have space in the team for a midfield terrier like Dobbo who can pass the ball to feet, at least until the end of next season.
Thankfully in the actual crowd we are desperate to see him stay as we see how important he is, even when he looks knackered.
Source: One of Dobson's best mates works with one of my mates.
I rate him as a l1 player, he might cut it in the championship at the right clubs but as we will be in L1 (maximum) next year, we should keep him!
That's interesting to know! I was thinking someone like a Bristol City or Plymouth in terms of those midtable championship clubs. Not surprised Millwall had an interest in him.
Wrexham bid for Stephen Humphrys who we were allegedly linked with.
Be a quality signing for them if they can pull it off
Why are some people talking about a new manager, have they reversed their decision and sacked him?
Oh, and in answer to your question, not as far as I know, all in jest really...🤔
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/exclusive-bristol-rovers-closing-deal-9049401.amp
The best midfielder defensively in league 2 this season (statistically), only 21 and very mobile. Surprised we wasn't in for him as he's a London lad, has potential to improve and could potentially be a big transfer fee for a club in the future.