The Squad List (2023/24 Edition)

[tans]

Scott Lindsey on Charlie Austin:

There has been a lot of speculation, and we are still in December, so we can't openly discuss what we are looking at. He has had a great career, but we can't discuss targets.

?*he is pushed on it and again says he can't confirm anything*

[Jimmy HaveHave]

Maybe Lindsey doesn't want a strong personality at the club who would likely contest tactics etc if results were still poor.

[Batch]

Its possibly out of SL's hands as if we (Clem) did go for CA I assume we wouldn't go for LJ so the final decision is out of SL's hands?

I haven't looked at the links so apologies if this is known :

from memory we claimed jephcott deal was agreed between clubs, but the player himself could still turn us down (terms, etc).

Though I guess that would be in our hands, I.e to up our offer but who knows

[Boeta]

Need a left footed attacking player more than anything

 LWB if 352 or the left of the middle 2 in 442 diamond

Iandolo or FBT don't cut it at LWB. FBT is good at LB in a 4 or CB in a 3 but is not an attacking option. Darcy should be backup for Gladys or Williams, not convinced when he's ends up on the left and cuts inside into dead ends (also Iandolos speciality).

[Peter Venkman]

Need a left footed attacking player more than anything

 LWB if 352 or the left of the middle 2 in 442 diamond

Iandolo or FBT don't cut it at LWB. FBT is good at LB in a 4 or CB in a 3 but is not an attacking option. Darcy should be backup for Gladys or Williams, not convinced when he's ends up on the left and cuts inside into dead ends (also Iandolos speciality).

Agree 100%

[RobertT]

I think we need about 4 or 5 players to challenge, at least.

Two wide attacking players (if wanting the 4-3-3 option)
A central defender - which is alarming given how many are on the books
Maybe a central striker, depending on the formation question

All of the above would need to be first team ready, not potential.

[Jimmy HaveHave]

It's alright having a big squad but if many are no better than average I don't see the point as your just swapping like for like mixed in with a manager who seems to be lacking In nous and motivational skills. I much prefer a smaller squad with quality and have a look what's available if you get lots of injuries.

[RobertT]

It's alright having a big squad but if many are no better than average I don't see the point as your just swapping like for like mixed in with a manager who seems to be lacking In nous and motivational skills. I much prefer a smaller squad with quality and have a look what's available if you get lots of injuries.

Those ships have sailed - we need to adjust based on where we are.  I think we will struggle to offload a number as well.

[Jimmy HaveHave]

Those ships have sailed - we need to adjust based on where we are.  I think we will struggle to offload a number as well.

That's the problem they all need paying.

[Bob's Orange]

Harrison Minturn has been recalled from his loan at Chippenham.

[Nemo]

Harrison Minturn has been recalled from his loan at Chippenham.

Surprised that didn't happen sooner with three CB injuries (Baudry, Harries, Clayton). MacDonald's return seems to be being phased carefully, but have to think he'll be playing alongside Brennan this weekend. FBT covering well but think we'd all like him back on the left, and no other cover. Three games in a week from Boxing Day to New Year's Day before we can even begin to get reinforcements in.

[Jimmy HaveHave]

I wonder what quality Sandro has lined up!

[ChalkyWhiteIsGod]

I wonder what quality Sandro has lined up!

Less than stellar hit rate so far. I can't say I have the most confidence in his spreadsheets.

[Power to people]

Anyone know when Austin is back in the country to undergo a medical so he can play as soon as the windows opens

[Pericardinho]

Free transfers can be registered whenever I thought?

So Austin could theoretically play on boxing day. If the rumours are even true.