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So hows he doing...
at 22:25 24 Aug 2019

Mr Norwood?

I see hes missed a penalty but also scored 4?

Whats his all round game been like?

Have you lot taken to him?

From the highlights of your game ive just watched, he scored two and also managed two assists? Not bad. We played Bolton last week and also managed a 5-0 win. Obviously they are terrible but you can only beat whats put infront of you. I must say though, after our rivalry with Bolton from years ago it was still highly amusing, especially given their fans giving us dogs abuse on social media after we dropped into non league!

All the best.

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Mr Norwood view - from a Tranmere fan
at 20:26 10 Jun 2019

Hi there, thought I would fill you in on James and what to expect.

First of all its a dark day for TRFC losing him, especially on a free transfer. It certainly was expected though, and us Rovers fans have been prepared (just not ready) for this day for a good few months. If he had been under contract and you had the cash to sign him, you'd be looking close to a million, at least. A massive hole left in our club but no ill feeling towards ITFC or James. Hes 28 years of age and getting a move (and wage) to a big club like Ipswich is a great chance for the lad.

What to expect - Expect a player whos still improving even at 28 and very much a late developer. Don't look into a lot of his career being spent at non league level. Expect a player who will give 110 % every game, whether he scores or not. He will always try to make an impact even when going through a goal shy spell. He will put a double shift in every game and be proud wearing your shirt. Obviously the expectations at ITFC will be larger than at Tranmere, but James doesn't shy away from anything and will be upto the challenge. If he misses a chance, he will still be in there right place next time to try again, which usually results in a goal.

His 32 goals last season wasn't a fluke or a one season wonder. Hes a natural goalscorer and im confident he will get at least 20 league goals next season for you. Hopefully he doesn't score in the two games against us though, but I think that's a guarantee.

Hes improved massively over the last two seasons. When we first signed him in 2015 he missed plenty of one on ones, and could frustrate us fans. He was always in the right place though and his finishing has come on massively since. Hes a very likeable lad and mixes well with supporters. Great attitude and very popular among other players, a real character. He cares, and shows it on the pitch. Not afraid to voice his thoughts to teammates and especially the refs. Hes a real handful upfront for defenders and abit of a nightmare to play against. His all round play got himself League Two player of season aswell as team of the season, not just the 32 goals.

You've signed a goodun anyway, especially on a free. A real steal for you lot. Just hope your gaffer gives him a fair chance though in your starting 11. He will deliver given the chance and wont let you down. Look after him.

Hes done a lot for Tranmere Rovers and will always be remembered by us fans as a real legend and hero. Got us through some very dark times. Love the guy!

Goodluck next season, apart from the games against us!

p.s I cant stand Norwich or their awful kits, so kind of glad he didn't end up there, whatever level their now at!

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