Hanlan’s main attribute used to be somehow coming away with the ball when ricocheting off a defender. I don’t mean that in a derogatory way as he had a real knack for it.
His best spell was on the wing when we had Anis and Vokes tying up defenders. He scored some real crackers cutting in and hitting the top corner.
As a number 9 I just don’t see it. His first touch isn’t good enough.
His best form for us was in that wide left position. Which oddly Bloomfield never seemed to play him at much - either favouring him on the right, or up front.
I don't totally dislike Hanlan, I always will him to do well, but just seems to only produce one game in 6 or 7.
I just think we have players already here much better, and even more out there that aren't here. It wouldn't bother me if he left, I think we'd be able to upgrade fairly easily. But at the same time I could see him going elsewhere and really clicking and being that 20 goal a season man.
I remember the Bristol Rovers away game a few seasons ago where he was absolutely unplayable, truly outstanding on the night. Probably the best game he has played for us. He also put us 1-0 up against Man City when they were good.
Derby are in big trouble league-wise. If we manage to go the other way, I reckon a nice bit of business could be done for Sonny Bradley at the end of the season.
Didn’t realise he’s out of contract as well. Definitely some business to be done if the owners, who clearly would have used their data to approve the loan, agree.
I still don't really see how Sonny Bradley fits into the strategy we're developing (and the signing of the Danish defender seems to confirm) that we want to play the ball out of the back using central defenders who have pace and guile. I guess when you put in performances as good as Sonny's have been, you tweak the strategy. But his signing doesn't exactly fit with the data model that other players have. It makes me think it was a specific Bloomfield request rather than one unearthed by the quant guys.
I know what you mean but whilst we’re still in League One there’s always a place for a good old-fashioned centre half who can head the ball further than some players can kick it. I think he’s been very sensible in possession for us, moving the ball on swiftly to teammates who are perhaps more comfortable in picking out a pass.
To be fair our data-appointed Danish defenders first contribution (after initially air-kicking the ball) was to lump it forward as far as he could into the empty space behind where a right back would be.
Absolutely the right thing to do with a minute or so of injury time left and pleasingly satisfying to see.
Yes, I noticed that as well and thank goodness it did. Would have gone down in the record books if his first (attempted) touch as a Wycombe player had led to an opposition goal!
I think we conceded after about 10 seconds of his debut appearance. I might be being a bit unfair because I don’t remember him being directly at fault for the goal.
On that subject we currently have just one place left in our squad. So if Lowry and Berry are both signed, one will need to be removed.
The likes of Tafazolli, Hartridge, Wheeler, Butcher, Vokes and Hanlan may not even get a place in the squad for the second half of the season, perhaps forcing exits.
Assuming we hold on to Low, Kone and Hump totally agree with this. Wouldn’t mind right back cover if Jasper is out for a while, perhaps a loan would be sufficient here.
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Hanlan’s main attribute used to be somehow coming away with the ball when ricocheting off a defender. I don’t mean that in a derogatory way as he had a real knack for it.
His best spell was on the wing when we had Anis and Vokes tying up defenders. He scored some real crackers cutting in and hitting the top corner.
As a number 9 I just don’t see it. His first touch isn’t good enough.
100% agree.
His best form for us was in that wide left position. Which oddly Bloomfield never seemed to play him at much - either favouring him on the right, or up front.
I don't totally dislike Hanlan, I always will him to do well, but just seems to only produce one game in 6 or 7.
I just think we have players already here much better, and even more out there that aren't here. It wouldn't bother me if he left, I think we'd be able to upgrade fairly easily. But at the same time I could see him going elsewhere and really clicking and being that 20 goal a season man.
I remember the Bristol Rovers away game a few seasons ago where he was absolutely unplayable, truly outstanding on the night. Probably the best game he has played for us. He also put us 1-0 up against Man City when they were good.
Would be good to get another right back in this window as that position appears to be a bit of a weakness.
Derby are in big trouble league-wise. If we manage to go the other way, I reckon a nice bit of business could be done for Sonny Bradley at the end of the season.
He's out of contract in 5 months so we could sign him irrelevant of Derby.
Didn’t realise he’s out of contract as well. Definitely some business to be done if the owners, who clearly would have used their data to approve the loan, agree.
I still don't really see how Sonny Bradley fits into the strategy we're developing (and the signing of the Danish defender seems to confirm) that we want to play the ball out of the back using central defenders who have pace and guile. I guess when you put in performances as good as Sonny's have been, you tweak the strategy. But his signing doesn't exactly fit with the data model that other players have. It makes me think it was a specific Bloomfield request rather than one unearthed by the quant guys.
I know what you mean but whilst we’re still in League One there’s always a place for a good old-fashioned centre half who can head the ball further than some players can kick it. I think he’s been very sensible in possession for us, moving the ball on swiftly to teammates who are perhaps more comfortable in picking out a pass.
Exactly this
To be fair our data-appointed Danish defenders first contribution (after initially air-kicking the ball) was to lump it forward as far as he could into the empty space behind where a right back would be.
Absolutely the right thing to do with a minute or so of injury time left and pleasingly satisfying to see.
Hopefully he's got the gift of being lucky - the way that massive miscue landed perfectly at his own feet was marvellous.
Yes, I noticed that as well and thank goodness it did. Would have gone down in the record books if his first (attempted) touch as a Wycombe player had led to an opposition goal!
Otherwise known as a Guy Branston
You have a better memory than me, when did that happen?
I think we conceded after about 10 seconds of his debut appearance. I might be being a bit unfair because I don’t remember him being directly at fault for the goal.
Early 2000s under Sanchez
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDtUf8umXug
You can find anything on the internet these days
Thanks for your research but hearing mention of the ‘Causeway’ stadium was more upsetting than seeing the mistake that led to the goal!
That could be a coaching video "How not to defend". Every goal a shocker.
Men vs boys. As it often was in those days.
If we get Lowry and Berry in, not sure we will need a lot more.
Maybe a right back and Morley/Morley replacement.
Maybe five exits?
Good to sort out business early I think.
On that subject we currently have just one place left in our squad. So if Lowry and Berry are both signed, one will need to be removed.
The likes of Tafazolli, Hartridge, Wheeler, Butcher, Vokes and Hanlan may not even get a place in the squad for the second half of the season, perhaps forcing exits.
Assuming we hold on to Low, Kone and Hump totally agree with this. Wouldn’t mind right back cover if Jasper is out for a while, perhaps a loan would be sufficient here.
All these players we are signing - I can't believe anyone would say Vacant has not been backed!
I am certain someone will argue the opposite. That you can't back someone if they're not his players.
Danny Imray or the like at RB. And, I’m not sure if I’ve ever mentioned this player on this forum, Aaron Morley would make a rather good signing.
Is the Imray deal still on? It was being reported very early in Jan, yet he's still on loan at (and starting for) Bromley.
No idea, I assume not. I was hoping the FA Cup game would be his swan song and he’d be recruited, but clearly not.
Maybe the owndership have decided that Jasper is near enough ready to rotate with Jack and that Gids will be the relief player.