The will the EPL ratify Van Der Vaart's Transfer Discussion Thread

[Jonboy]

for 8 million it would be a scandal if it had no mustard

 

[Spurger King]

Looks like I picked the wrong week to quit amphetamines.

 

[onthetwo]

cant we send his Mrs down to sort it all out?

 

[Tickers]

I'm hearing that the ham sandwich was made before 6pm, but the mustard wasn't put on it until 6.02pm. 'Technical problems' with a stiff lid on the mustard jar, I'm told. This will go to the wire. Excellent source. Don't shoot the etc.

 

[JJ1978]

I think my F5 key has seen more abuse today than it has all its life.

 

[Bus-Conductor]

Is there some way we could use the power of the stoofsmurfhat here ?

If it is an argument between Levy and the PL maybe we should be thinking about smurfhatting one of their senior guys - who would that be ?

 

[Bus-Conductor]

By the way, this page has made me hungry. I'm going to make a ham sandwich - maybe we all should. with mustardo.

 

[taidgh]

haha. fantastic film


looks like i picked the wrong week to quit sniffing glue

 

[BringBack_leGin]

Arsene Wenger in that case BC.

 

[ohwhenthespurs]

Nobody managed to get a look at that POTL update yet?

 

[taidgh]

joey, do you like movies about gladiators?

 

[theKyleshow]

From POTL on coys

Another window is now complete, and you can all get back to worrying about what really matters-football.

Wanted to give you all a brief overview of the activities this window, the easiest way to go about this will be player by player. Am not going to mention them all as we have had some really false 'itk' linking us to certain players, who we have not even made contact about.

Micah Richards- We were hopeful at the beginning of the summer of completing this deal, as time wore on it became more unlikely, as the player played more games at City, they didn't want to sell, and with the injury to Boateng and only Zabayleta as cover, this became a no goer. Harry still really likes the player, and believes he will become a top Centre half, so don't be surprised for us to come back for him in Jan or next Summer.

Ashley Young- Another top target, O'Neill had agreed to let him go to us involving a player and cash swap, but after he left, Lerner put a hold on the move and refused to sell- without knowing if the new manager would want him. To be fair we were struggling with his wages anyway- he was after a 5 year deal at £70k pw. In the last few days we offered cash plus Keane and Jenas, but was rejected by Villa. Another one who is still a top target, watch this space.

Joe Cole- Harry REALLY wanted him, was one of his top targets. Met with the player a few times, in the end he wanted a fresh start outside London and they offered him a longer deal with higher wages and a promise of first team football.

Fabiano- This was the striker we were really after. Fee was agreed with Sevilla for Fabiano- 18m and then wanted 90k a week on a 5 yr deal. Now im no brilliant business man but 18m plus 5 yrs of 90k pw is 22.5m giving u a total of 40.5m for a player that realistically has no resale value at all, cant play in cl first year of contract, and will probably lose a yard of pace in the next couple of yrs and is nearing his 30th birthday. I’d say on a business level, its the correct decision.

Huntelaar- Were never seriously interested, many of you were surprised we didnt sign him for the price he went to Shalke for, but he hasn't really progressed since leaving Ajax, and the scouting reports were not particuarly promising, so we left it, was not thought he would improve the squad.

Ins:

Gallas- After he rejected deal from Arsenal, Harry really wanted him in with his CL experience, and he has done it at the top and has got the t-shirt. You have all seen the interviews- 'No brainer' I believe was the quote.

Sandro- Club has high hopes for the player. Meant to be one of the outstanding talents in world football, Huddlestone esq but more mobile. Excellent work from Levy and Broomfield to get him in.

VDV- Still awaiting ratification from the PL for this one to go through. Harry was truthful, came about last minute. He wasn't a top target because when we enquired about him months ago we were told the price was going to be extorniate. And again after starring in the WC, we were told the same. Daniel managed to negotiate a deal last minute (In a way that only Levy could). With a wealth of experience at international level and champions league level, looks like we are getting a real steal here. Fabulous signing, that extra bit like Luka who can unlock a defence, and a great set piece taker.

Pletikosa- This could spell the end for Cudicini. Rated as a really good GK, and was identified a long time ago, has been training with us for weeks. Only the O/S can say why it was announced so late.

Rumoured Outs:

Keane- Was part of a Villa exchange deal that did't come to fruition and was subject of a loan bid from Newcastle which was rejected by us. Will be 4th choice striker.

Jenas- Bids from West Brom, Stoke and Newcastle- all on loan- rejected by the club. Also an enquiry from Juventus. Mourinho wanted him at Inter before he left.

Gio- Still expect him to go on loan somewhere, and then on permanant.

Hutton- Won't play at Spurs, no offers to our valuation.

Naughton and Walker- will go out on loan, likely the same for Rose.


There is a lot more to write, but this should do for now.

We are in the Champions League proper now. Have a very strong squad, have managed to hold on to Modric, Bale and Lennon along with our other big players, and have aquired 3 good players, one that brings experience at the top level, one outstanding talent and one world class player- yes world class.

We do have 4 international strikers still, and didn't strengthen because we couldn't get the one we wanted- would you of really settled for Remy at over 10m? Or Gyan- and unknown with a poor scoring record at 13m? Or Huntelaar just because he was available? And the Dzeko thing was a no goer due to a £25m price tag- even City turned their nose up at that one. Look at some of our competitors, they all have flaws, Arsenal don't have the depth we do, and have a dreadful selection of Gk's, look at the state Liverpool are in, Paul Konchesky says it all, along with no striker again.

Hope you are all excited for what is going to be a big big season at White Hart Lane, with the club competing on 4 fronts, a terrific manager, a chairman that has managed the club extremely well, brought in some good players without putting the clubs future at risk, we have a new training facility and stadium on the way, from where I am sitting it looks pretty positive.

Future's bright, Futures Lillywhite.

POTL

 

[tommyt]

I am one of them people stoof, is there any help for me? I think its only fair SC should provide such help after getting us hooked on ITK all summer ;-)

Yeah, some sort of health warning:

ENJOY YOUR ITK RESPONSIBLY

TOO MUCH ITK CAN SERIOUSLY DAMAGE YOUR HEALTH
​

 

[finnoathletic]

Nobody managed to get a look at that POTL update yet?

I got it ready to paste in, is that ok to do or do I need approval from somewhere? He doesn't really mention if we have the transfer agreed yet it's just a brief description of the whole transfer window?

 

[nailsy]

Would said ham sandwich have mustard on it? ... could be a deal breaker

A Van Der Vaart sandwich would have to have mustard on it wouldn't it!?!

I wonder if Levy's reading this thread and taking notes?

 

[$hoguN]

Can we stop posting crap about sandwiches and movies with gladiators please. Also come someone answer the question about POTL latest info please

 

[mattwilson]

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11661_6352239,00.html

 

[Maske2g]

Typical of the administrative clowns at our club. No wonder all the memberships were sent late, they can't even send a facking email or fax properly.

 

[JJ1978]

That Sky Story is just bits of all the info we already know hashed together in a 'Skysports Understands' special.

 

[Clamour_Kid]

From POTL on coys

Another window is now complete, and you can all get back to worrying about what really matters-football.

Wanted to give you all a brief overview of the activities this window, the easiest way to go about this will be player by player. Am not going to mention them all as we have had some really false 'itk' linking us to certain players, who we have not even made contact about.

Micah Richards- We were hopeful at the beginning of the summer of completing this deal, as time wore on it became more unlikely, as the player played more games at City, they didn't want to sell, and with the injury to Boateng and only Zabayleta as cover, this became a no goer. Harry still really likes the player, and believes he will become a top Centre half, so don't be surprised for us to come back for him in Jan or next Summer.

Ashley Young- Another top target, O'Neill had agreed to let him go to us involving a player and cash swap, but after he left, Lerner put a hold on the move and refused to sell- without knowing if the new manager would want him. To be fair we were struggling with his wages anyway- he was after a 5 year deal at £70k pw. In the last few days we offered cash plus Keane and Jenas, but was rejected by Villa. Another one who is still a top target, watch this space.

Joe Cole- Harry REALLY wanted him, was one of his top targets. Met with the player a few times, in the end he wanted a fresh start outside London and they offered him a longer deal with higher wages and a promise of first team football.

Fabiano- This was the striker we were really after. Fee was agreed with Sevilla for Fabiano- 18m and then wanted 90k a week on a 5 yr deal. Now im no brilliant business man but 18m plus 5 yrs of 90k pw is 22.5m giving u a total of 40.5m for a player that realistically has no resale value at all, cant play in cl first year of contract, and will probably lose a yard of pace in the next couple of yrs and is nearing his 30th birthday. I’d say on a business level, its the correct decision.

Huntelaar- Were never seriously interested, many of you were surprised we didnt sign him for the price he went to Shalke for, but he hasn't really progressed since leaving Ajax, and the scouting reports were not particuarly promising, so we left it, was not thought he would improve the squad.

Ins:

Gallas- After he rejected deal from Arsenal, Harry really wanted him in with his CL experience, and he has done it at the top and has got the t-shirt. You have all seen the interviews- 'No brainer' I believe was the quote.

Sandro- Club has high hopes for the player. Meant to be one of the outstanding talents in world football, Huddlestone esq but more mobile. Excellent work from Levy and Broomfield to get him in.

VDV- Still awaiting ratification from the PL for this one to go through. Harry was truthful, came about last minute. He wasn't a top target because when we enquired about him months ago we were told the price was going to be extorniate. And again after starring in the WC, we were told the same. Daniel managed to negotiate a deal last minute (In a way that only Levy could). With a wealth of experience at international level and champions league level, looks like we are getting a real steal here. Fabulous signing, that extra bit like Luka who can unlock a defence, and a great set piece taker.

Pletikosa- This could spell the end for Cudicini. Rated as a really good GK, and was identified a long time ago, has been training with us for weeks. Only the O/S can say why it was announced so late.

Rumoured Outs:

Keane- Was part of a Villa exchange deal that did't come to fruition and was subject of a loan bid from Newcastle which was rejected by us. Will be 4th choice striker.

Jenas- Bids from West Brom, Stoke and Newcastle- all on loan- rejected by the club. Also an enquiry from Juventus. Mourinho wanted him at Inter before he left.

Gio- Still expect him to go on loan somewhere, and then on permanant.

Hutton- Won't play at Spurs, no offers to our valuation.

Naughton and Walker- will go out on loan, likely the same for Rose.


There is a lot more to write, but this should do for now.

We are in the Champions League proper now. Have a very strong squad, have managed to hold on to Modric, Bale and Lennon along with our other big players, and have aquired 3 good players, one that brings experience at the top level, one outstanding talent and one world class player- yes world class.

We do have 4 international strikers still, and didn't strengthen because we couldn't get the one we wanted- would you of really settled for Remy at over 10m? Or Gyan- and unknown with a poor scoring record at 13m? Or Huntelaar just because he was available? And the Dzeko thing was a no goer due to a £25m price tag- even City turned their nose up at that one. Look at some of our competitors, they all have flaws, Arsenal don't have the depth we do, and have a dreadful selection of Gk's, look at the state Liverpool are in, Paul Konchesky says it all, along with no striker again.

Hope you are all excited for what is going to be a big big season at White Hart Lane, with the club competing on 4 fronts, a terrific manager, a chairman that has managed the club extremely well, brought in some good players without putting the clubs future at risk, we have a new training facility and stadium on the way, from where I am sitting it looks pretty positive.

Future's bright, Futures Lillywhite.

POTL

Thanks for that!

So is VDV in then?