| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs 20:54 - Jul 20 with 20803 views | UppaTowen78 |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:26 - Jul 20 with 3489 views | itfcjoe |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:21 - Jul 20 by PhilTWTD |
And from the other angle, a player at 32-ish would be getting his last big deal. |
Yep, financially a deal that would suit everyone - just make this season much harder for us as a team |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:28 - Jul 20 with 3456 views | WicklowBlue |
Yes I'd be super sad to see Morsy depart. However I think we all need to be emotionally detached as this is the model for the future. We bring players in and sell them for multiples and reinvest. Just like Brighton, ITFC is more important than any player.
If Morsy gets offered a life changing move and the Club benefits from such it will happen. The extra year clause following promotion secures Morsy as an asset, instead of players winding down their last year.
We already have a captain in waiting in terms of Chappers. Correct me but I haven't seen much of Morsy in terms of merchandise front and centre etc.
If Phil says there's legs on this then I wish Morsy well he has been a great influence in diving standards higher throughout the squad. I for one wish him well not matter what.
As for the Downes speculation, I for one would be aiming higher..... |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:31 - Jul 20 with 3421 views | Simonds92 |
Gutted for us if he did go but not something you can blame him for, its potentially life changing money. With him coming up to 32, regardless of whether he goes or stays another 2 or 3 years, is there a like for like replacement out there who carries the ball and the team as well as he does? He is absolutely crucial to how we play and we saw, with him out the team on the odd occasion last season, how limited we are without him in there breaking lines with his ball carrying. | | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:34 - Jul 20 with 3387 views | tractorboy1978 |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:16 - Jul 20 by itfcjoe |
Ultimately as a club we need to do player trading, if you can get a cracking fee for a 32 year old you have to take it as players of that age don’t have a value
It’d be a massive blow for us to lose him, huge and maybe insurmountable for us as a team for next season for what we want to achieve; but this will be how things have to be at times |
What would you consider a cracking fee? Definitely falls into that 'worth more to us than his market value' category.
Although, I think he's replaceable if we have a couple of million quid to do so. He's been fantastic for us, but he's not going to be the best midfielder on the pitch most weeks in the Championship. | | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:37 - Jul 20 with 3376 views | olimar |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:26 - Jul 20 by itfcjoe |
Yep, financially a deal that would suit everyone - just make this season much harder for us as a team |
If we can get a good fee (i.e. £2-£3m) I imagine that would give us scope to do some really good business ourselves.
Whilst Morsy is integral to the team and style, we signed him as a 30 year old dropping out of the Championship and he was able to fit right in. Id be confident our scouting network has already been identifying medium term targets to replace him anyway, this would be a great chance to top up that fee with an extra £1m and basically accelerate that replacement with an upgrade.
The downside is that the timing isnt great this close to the start of the season, but if they are the right fit it might not take too long to fit in. | | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:48 - Jul 20 with 3294 views | BigCommon |
Hope this gets thrashed out and dealt with, one way or another, asap.. Of course it would be a set back to lose Morsy. But imo, it would be best to lose him tomorrow, and deal with it whilst the club is in a semi transitional period after being promoted. Than to have a drawn out drama in and around the club and dressing room..
We need a show of commitment from Morsy. Or a fee that allows us to buy an adequate replacement. Which won't be easy.
For the record, he's my favorite player. But these things need to be nipped in the bud, imo. No dramas, just get on with it. |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 00:12 - Jul 21 with 3231 views | jayessess |
I'd be a bit surprised if this materialised, tbh. Lots of talk about us getting a big fee and SM getting an incredible pay day, but I can't see the rationale from the Saudi end?
You pay a premium to bring in players of a quality/status that you otherwise just can't get to a league like that. But there's plenty of footballers at Morsy's level already playing in North Africa and the Middle East, so why would they pay over the odds for him? |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 00:22 - Jul 21 with 3214 views | tractorboy1978 |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 00:12 - Jul 21 by jayessess |
I'd be a bit surprised if this materialised, tbh. Lots of talk about us getting a big fee and SM getting an incredible pay day, but I can't see the rationale from the Saudi end?
You pay a premium to bring in players of a quality/status that you otherwise just can't get to a league like that. But there's plenty of footballers at Morsy's level already playing in North Africa and the Middle East, so why would they pay over the odds for him? |
Max Power has just gone over there to play in the second tier for what I’d assume is a bag of money. That doesn’t make a lot of sense either! | | | |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 00:49 - Jul 21 with 3177 views | Sharkey |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 00:12 - Jul 21 by jayessess |
I'd be a bit surprised if this materialised, tbh. Lots of talk about us getting a big fee and SM getting an incredible pay day, but I can't see the rationale from the Saudi end?
You pay a premium to bring in players of a quality/status that you otherwise just can't get to a league like that. But there's plenty of footballers at Morsy's level already playing in North Africa and the Middle East, so why would they pay over the odds for him? |
Because he's demonstrated he's aligned with their values? |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 02:33 - Jul 21 with 3086 views | SaigonTractor |
I, unfortunately, think there's a decent chance he goes if they're serious.
Best we can do is try to absolutely rinse them on a transfer fee. |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 06:59 - Jul 21 with 2895 views | Churchman |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:48 - Jul 20 by BigCommon |
Hope this gets thrashed out and dealt with, one way or another, asap.. Of course it would be a set back to lose Morsy. But imo, it would be best to lose him tomorrow, and deal with it whilst the club is in a semi transitional period after being promoted. Than to have a drawn out drama in and around the club and dressing room..
We need a show of commitment from Morsy. Or a fee that allows us to buy an adequate replacement. Which won't be easy.
For the record, he's my favorite player. But these things need to be nipped in the bud, imo. No dramas, just get on with it. |
I’m sure the club will be on this. It’s a cliche but every player has his price and at his age there won’t be too many opportunities for Morsy to make big money. If he wants to go, good luck to him. He’s been brilliant for us on and off the field.
The key is that as BC says the decision is made quickly so that a replacement is decided on and sourced quickly.
For what it’s worth, I get the feeling Morsy is happy here and will stay. I hope so anyway. |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 07:05 - Jul 21 with 2869 views | Vic |
How do Morsy and Taylor compare in terms of style? I’m just wondering how much of a downgrade a Taylor/Luongo partnership would be over Morsy/Luongo?
From the start of the summer several have said that we could be surprised at players that get replaced. I suspect people at the club have this sort of situation covered and a plan b in place. Will be interesting to see how this unfolds. Personally I think our stock is such at the moment that we could be attractive to some decent players should we need to get a replacement. Im not too fussed atm. |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 07:39 - Jul 21 with 2747 views | Herbivore |
It'd be a massive blow to lose him as he's our heartbeat on the pitch and plays a big part in setting standards off it. However, if he can get a big pay day and we can command a big fee to reinvest in a younger version of Morsy then it's hard to see how this doesn't make a lot of sense all round. |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:10 - Jul 21 with 2638 views | GlasgowBlue |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 07:39 - Jul 21 by Herbivore |
It'd be a massive blow to lose him as he's our heartbeat on the pitch and plays a big part in setting standards off it. However, if he can get a big pay day and we can command a big fee to reinvest in a younger version of Morsy then it's hard to see how this doesn't make a lot of sense all round. |
I’m struggling to think of a ready made replacement who can walk into the dressing room with the gravitas of Morsy, be our “heartbeat” on the pitch, be surrounded by three defenders and still find the space to pass the ball to Chaplin of Broadhead or put the boot in when necessary.
This is horrendous timing imo. |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:15 - Jul 21 with 2629 views | Herbivore |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:10 - Jul 21 by GlasgowBlue |
I’m struggling to think of a ready made replacement who can walk into the dressing room with the gravitas of Morsy, be our “heartbeat” on the pitch, be surrounded by three defenders and still find the space to pass the ball to Chaplin of Broadhead or put the boot in when necessary.
This is horrendous timing imo. |
We actually have a proper scouting network now, thankfully. The off the pitch stuff is harder to replace but there seem to be a lot of good characters at the place and it's not like Morsy is the glue holding together an otherwise rickety ship, not like when Chambo was captain. The players are hugely invested in McKenna, we have (it seems) good ownership and decent infrastructure. Losing him would be a blow, absolutely, but I can see how it makes sense for all parties if we get a hefty offer. Personally I'd rather we and he turn our noses up at the sportswashing slush fund, but can't see that happening. | |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:27 - Jul 21 with 2580 views | StokieBlue |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 23:28 - Jul 20 by WicklowBlue |
Yes I'd be super sad to see Morsy depart. However I think we all need to be emotionally detached as this is the model for the future. We bring players in and sell them for multiples and reinvest. Just like Brighton, ITFC is more important than any player.
If Morsy gets offered a life changing move and the Club benefits from such it will happen. The extra year clause following promotion secures Morsy as an asset, instead of players winding down their last year.
We already have a captain in waiting in terms of Chappers. Correct me but I haven't seen much of Morsy in terms of merchandise front and centre etc.
If Phil says there's legs on this then I wish Morsy well he has been a great influence in diving standards higher throughout the squad. I for one wish him well not matter what.
As for the Downes speculation, I for one would be aiming higher..... |
Aiming higher than Downes?
Utter madness.
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:34 - Jul 21 with 2471 views | Herbivore |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:27 - Jul 21 by StokieBlue |
Aiming higher than Downes?
Utter madness.
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Anyone who thinks we can do better than a regular Prem squad player approaching their peak years needs to give their head a wobble. | |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:43 - Jul 21 with 2388 views | Matt_Netherlands |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:34 - Jul 21 by Herbivore |
Anyone who thinks we can do better than a regular Prem squad player approaching their peak years needs to give their head a wobble. |
Absolute nonsense! He only played 9 games in Europe for a side who won the UEFA conference league! We shouldn’t be entertaining any European competition winners with fewer than 10 appearances. |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:45 - Jul 21 with 2355 views | brogansnose |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:10 - Jul 21 by GlasgowBlue |
I’m struggling to think of a ready made replacement who can walk into the dressing room with the gravitas of Morsy, be our “heartbeat” on the pitch, be surrounded by three defenders and still find the space to pass the ball to Chaplin of Broadhead or put the boot in when necessary.
This is horrendous timing imo. |
The timing isn't great , I'm reminded of losing Murphy to Newcastle, but as we go up the tree and improve player wise we will be cherry picked. Morsy leaving will leave a gap if only because at times last season he drove that team on to win by sheer determination and leading by example.
I'm wondering if we don't recall Idris El at some point and take a look if we don't manage to recruit a suitable replacement. |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 09:07 - Jul 21 with 2275 views | Stadiumofdark |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:15 - Jul 21 by Herbivore |
We actually have a proper scouting network now, thankfully. The off the pitch stuff is harder to replace but there seem to be a lot of good characters at the place and it's not like Morsy is the glue holding together an otherwise rickety ship, not like when Chambo was captain. The players are hugely invested in McKenna, we have (it seems) good ownership and decent infrastructure. Losing him would be a blow, absolutely, but I can see how it makes sense for all parties if we get a hefty offer. Personally I'd rather we and he turn our noses up at the sportswashing slush fund, but can't see that happening. |
Wonder if that's some of the reason behind the Aluko deal? Not to replace Morsy on the pitch, but being the voice / raising standards of the older head? Who knows. Difficulty to fathom any other reason for it |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 09:08 - Jul 21 with 2264 views | CityBlue |
The Saudis have the capital to lure who they like. This really is FIFA Ultimate Team for billionaires. Cannot blame the players but we need to protect our assets. |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 09:55 - Jul 21 with 2148 views | Mookamoo |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 07:05 - Jul 21 by Vic |
How do Morsy and Taylor compare in terms of style? I’m just wondering how much of a downgrade a Taylor/Luongo partnership would be over Morsy/Luongo?
From the start of the summer several have said that we could be surprised at players that get replaced. I suspect people at the club have this sort of situation covered and a plan b in place. Will be interesting to see how this unfolds. Personally I think our stock is such at the moment that we could be attractive to some decent players should we need to get a replacement. Im not too fussed atm. |
Taylor is a much more forward looking player. Morsy is more of a natural link between the defenders and the midfield.
The confidence we have playing out from the back is dependent on having Morsy as that escape valve. Woolfenden knows if needed he can play the ball into Morsy knowing he will keep it. Not many can knock Morsy off the ball. I'm not seeing that quality in Taylor. |  | | |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 10:29 - Jul 21 with 2108 views | chicoazul |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 08:10 - Jul 21 by GlasgowBlue |
I’m struggling to think of a ready made replacement who can walk into the dressing room with the gravitas of Morsy, be our “heartbeat” on the pitch, be surrounded by three defenders and still find the space to pass the ball to Chaplin of Broadhead or put the boot in when necessary.
This is horrendous timing imo. |
We already have an international player with loads of championship experience to replace him. |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 10:49 - Jul 21 with 2056 views | FrimleyBlue |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 10:29 - Jul 21 by chicoazul |
We already have an international player with loads of championship experience to replace him. |
Just stick the armband on Clarke. There is your heartbeat.
Stick luongo in front of the defence and there's your player.
I don't understand this dramatic fear of losing one player |  |
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| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 10:52 - Jul 21 with 2026 views | chicoazul |
| Morsy target for Saudi Clubs on 10:49 - Jul 21 by FrimleyBlue |
Just stick the armband on Clarke. There is your heartbeat.
Stick luongo in front of the defence and there's your player.
I don't understand this dramatic fear of losing one player |
It’s no coincidence that our form turned around once Luongo was a regular. He and Taylor will be fine although I know we are after a third player in there. | |
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