May 10, 20215 yr Just now, jules_darby said: Is Crawford still under contract? aye, signed a 2 yr deal last summer that we were all happy about.
May 10, 20215 yr 45 minutes ago, wanderer1984 said: Fletcher and Powell are the sort of players I don't want near the club. Players that have been hanging on to a reputation they didn't live up too. Gordon, Delaney, Greenrige, Hickman, Mascoll, Crawford, Comley and possibly Tutte, Delfouneso and Miller can leave. The squad needs tweaking... nothing more. If I recall correctly Delaney and Tutte were probably our most consistent players up to January, tallest dwarf contest I know. If we can get players who are better then I suppose they can go, same with Miller, but living sustainably we need depth of squad without paying big wages and they're three players who may be able to do a job for us if called upon in League One. I agree about the others you mentioned though and don't think many of them will still be here next season.
May 10, 20215 yr According to https://www.burndenaces.co.uk/bolton-wanderers-squad-list/ This is our current squad contracted for next year GKs: Gilks DEFs: Gordon, Santos, Greenidge, Edwards MIDs: MJ, Comley, Lee, Thomason, Sarcevic, Crawford, Darcy FWDs: Delfouneso, Doyle, Politic Didn't realise, Fonz, Gordon, Greenidge, Comley and Crawford are all here till at least Summer 2022. Should be looking to offload or loan out all of them. Expiring this Summer Renew/sign: Isgrove, Jones, DJ, Dapo Let go: Crellin, Hickman, Mascoll, Elbouzedi, Faal Unsure: Tutte, Brockbank, Baptiste, Delaney, Miller The latter group all had good contributions this season in varying degrees but shouldn't just sign them on sentiment alone. Edited May 10, 20215 yr by Mantra
May 10, 20215 yr Doyle's intelligence and movement shouldn't be under estimated for me. Not the strongest as a target man, but, as we saw on Saturday, when everyone is at it and playing on the front foot and moving well, he links the play really well and is creative too. OK, defenders will be a bit better a league up, but I'm convinced he will score goals as long as other attacking players keep up the work rate, movement, and supply the ammo. Either way, his experience will be invaluable for younger players trying to learn, and his enthusiasm is a joy.
May 10, 20215 yr I doubt very much Doyle will get near 20 next season L2-L1 is big difference, very isolated at times due to not much creativity in midfield but that can be addressed I suppose
May 10, 20215 yr 29 minutes ago, TrickyTrotter said: For 10 years we've been carrying players with contracts given for pjaying in our previous higher division. For the first time in many a year we have scope to increase our paybill to the level we can afford in Div 1 - whatever that is. Said this before and it’s a great point. For once we have a manager who can go and fill up spaces to his budget, as he wishes, whereas for far too long we have been going the other way and trying to offload players on long contracts that were taking up any playing budget. Looking at the list of contracted players, most will be on fuck all so Evatt’s got almost a clean slate to spend the budget that Sharon gives him however he sees fit.
May 10, 20215 yr 3 hours ago, Dr. Feelgood said: Is Brandon Comley still hanging around ? Yes, he tweeted well wishes the other day and the club acknowledged his international appearance the other week.
May 10, 20215 yr 10 minutes ago, Mr Grey said: Ben Jacksons cryptic tweet, looking positive and would be an excellent signing. Is that because of those eye things? The message itself is non committal at best, and possibly a goodbye. Would like him back for sure.
May 10, 20215 yr Just now, Traf said: I’ll be honest, I don’t know what the eyes mean. Not sure myself, reckon it depends upon the user! Prefer words.
May 10, 20215 yr Just now, RoadRunnerFan said: If we dont get John I'd be more than happy with Jackson. Dont need both though. I'd have them both. Jackson is a midfielder isnt he, who plays full back too. He uses both feet, and looks more than capable of playing in several positions. Such a player could open up a position elsewhere.
May 10, 20215 yr Just now, Tonge moor green jacket said: I'd have them both. Jackson is a midfielder isnt he, who plays full back too. He uses both feet, and looks more than capable of playing in several positions. Such a player could open up a position elsewhere. The next Marcus Alonso
May 10, 20215 yr Its one or t'other for me TM. Liam Gordon is still under contract if IIRC. I'd be delighted to have Jackson as back up to DJ if we can move Gordon on and can afford it. Edited May 10, 20215 yr by RoadRunnerFan
May 10, 20215 yr I'd be concerned if Rock Tornado was still recruiting our players but Evatt's January dealings have given me confidence in his judgement. As said, it might be tricky not to hang on to some players for sentimental reasons from this season but IE may have to make some tough decisions.
May 10, 20215 yr 2 hours ago, bolton va va said: I'd be concerned if Rock Tornado was still recruiting our players but Evatt's January dealings have given me confidence in his judgement. As said, it might be tricky not to hang on to some players for sentimental reasons from this season but IE may have to make some tough decisions. Correct and it will mean getting players in better than his three Blackpool mates Gilks,Baptiste and Fonz Decent enough back ups but if they want first team football they should be free to find another club Gilks is Staff and it does not apply to him
May 10, 20215 yr 3 hours ago, RoadRunnerFan said: If we dont get John I'd be more than happy with Jackson. Dont need both though. If we want to be challenging at the top of the division having quality cover for all positions is vital and players with a good left foot are in short supply. I'd have 'em both, Jackson looks good going forward and can provide cover all up the left flank.
May 10, 20215 yr 8 hours ago, Mantra said: According to https://www.burndenaces.co.uk/bolton-wanderers-squad-list/ This is our current squad contracted for next year GKs: Gilks DEFs: Gordon, Santos, Greenidge, Edwards MIDs: MJ, Comley, Lee, Thomason, Sarcevic, Crawford, Darcy FWDs: Delfouneso, Doyle, Politic Didn't realise, Fonz, Gordon, Greenidge, Comley and Crawford are all here till at least Summer 2022. Should be looking to offload or loan out all of them. Expiring this Summer Renew/sign: Isgrove, Jones, DJ, Dapo Let go: Crellin, Hickman, Mascoll, Elbouzedi, Faal Unsure: Tutte, Brockbank, Baptiste, Delaney, Miller The latter group all had good contributions this season in varying degrees but shouldn't just sign them on sentiment alone. IIRC it was mentioned last week that there was a clause in Jones contract that had been triggered meaning he was signed up for next season
May 10, 20215 yr 59 minutes ago, masi 51 said: Correct and it will mean getting players in better than his three Blackpool mates Gilks,Baptiste and Fonz Decent enough back ups but if they want first team football they should be free to find another club Gilks is Staff and it does not apply to him There's at least 6 regular 1st teamers who haven't hit Baptistes consistency this season so are we moving them on as well?
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.