SQUAD FOR 2015/16 SEASON - no Griff, no party

[tomo]

Word is that Miller wants to bring in 1/2 foreign players, unlikely to be Marquee though. How that fits with the Cap, I have no idea.

At least the Co-Major sponsor should be announced this week or next, nice to see things coming together off the field for a change, even if player recruitment is quiet.

It'll be loan players. He's spoke about loans ever since he took the job

Pretty sure the FFA Cup will be a write off this yr, it will be the lowest of priorities, and to be honest, it probably should be for fans and members too. We need to be looking at getting things right for the future, not for a game in 4 weeks when we have 14 players. The signings will be aimed at getting everything right before the league starts. If we can get a win against perth, thats just a bonus...

[The Postman]

Finally a signing!

20 year old Lachlan Jackson from the Roar.

Left sided CB, 1 year deal.

[WolfMan]

Finally a signing!

20 year old Lachlan Jackson from the Roar.

Left sided CB, 1 year deal.

Cheers

[Tommyjet]

Finally a signing!

20 year old Lachlan Jackson from the Roar.

Left sided CB, 1 year deal.
He's a pretty good talent, had a couple of games last season I remember the commentators fapping vigorously over him.

[The Postman]

Pretty set a CB now, Mullen and Boogs with Marlow and Jackson backing them up.

[Tommyjet]

Pretty set a CB now, Mullen and Boogs with Marlow and Jackson backing them up.

Midfield and striker where the quality signings need to come, a right back or 2 as well.

[GazFish35]

Monday 13 July 2015
Newcastle, NSW

Lachlan Jackson Jets In

Newcastle Jets are pleased to confirm the signing of promising left-sided central defender Lachlan Jackson on a one-season Hyundai A-League contract.

Jackson arrives at the Jets having made three senior appearances for competition rivals Brisbane Roar in last season’s A-League.

The addition of Jackson to the Jets’ senior roster completes the club’s requirements under A-League regulations to contract three players aged 20 or under. Jackson joins Radovan Pavicevic and Joshua Barresi in this group.

Born in Townsville, the tall 20-year-old was a member of Roar’s 2015 AFC Champions League squad and indeed scored his maiden A-League goal against Newcastle in the final regular season round last campaign.

Jackson completed his medical with the club on Friday and will commence training with the first team today.

The youngster said that he is delighted to be taking the next step in his career by penning his first professional contract with Newcastle.

“I am excited to join the Jets,” Jackson said. “I think moving down here is a good choice for me.”

“Working with Scott [Miller] and ‘JP’ [Jean-Paul de Marigny] I think I can progress my career.”

“Towards the end of last season I got to make a few senior appearances for Brisbane, and in the game against Newcastle I think they saw something that they liked, which is encouraging.”

“I am looking forward to being part of the rebuild here in Newcastle, and helping to establish the Jets as a strong competitor.”

Newcastle Jets mentor Miller said that Jackson would add depth and balance to his central defensive options.

“In Lachlan we see a player with substantial potential and someone who ought to benefit from being in a full time environment learning from experienced professionals in his position, particularly Nigel Boogaard and Daniel Mullen,” Miller said.

“He’s exceptionally driven and demonstrates sound tactical awareness and composure in possession, which are desirable traits for our club and team.

“While Lachlan starts with us on a one-season contract, we view him as a player who can develop into a regular A-League starter with the club in the coming years.

“As a club we’re excited to help Lachlan achieve his goals,” Miller concluded.



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[Grimario]

He's a pretty good talent, had a couple of games last season I remember the commentators fapping vigorously over him.

He looked out of place on the pitch... but only because he looked like he was wearing black school shoes.

Plus he scored against us as well, the bastard.

[borat]

That's 14 senior squad players on the books. Another 6-9 to go.

Also confirms that Barresi and Pavecevic are both on senior squad contracts and not full time NYL contracts like Lundy

[Frodo]

Not that i'm a massive fan, but what are the chances of the FFA signing Bresciano for a swan song year in Newcastle? They can top him up with coaching/pundit contracts signed for after his retirement and only pay him reasonable marquee money for the year?

[Mark325]

Not a bad signing, looked to be a promising kid last season so definitely could pay off, at the same time not the area of the field we should be focusing on.
Going the route of signing two or three other high quality starting players and from there trying to find the best young guns out there who's skill you can hone isn't a bad idea, looks to be the route we're going. Maybe not the best in the short term but could well pay off with a good coaching staff behind them

[Tommyjet]

https://twitter.com/josh_leeson/status/620400949413089280

[stopper2]

Not that i'm a massive fan, but what are the chances of the FFA signing Bresciano for a swan song year in Newcastle? They can top him up with coaching/pundit contracts signed for after his retirement and only pay him reasonable marquee money for the year?

My initial reactions were yes but if it was 2-3 years ago definitely. Bresh is at the end of his career and although his brain is still a step ahead of most players in the A League, his legs are gone and it's very unlikely he would be able to last a full game.

The latest is that Iain Ramsey and Kofi Danning are trialling.
Both are decent enough and have shown some potential over the years but are really squad players. I think they are both the type of players who with the right coaching could step up to the next level and become first team regulars.

[Jeterpool]

https://twitter.com/josh_leeson/status/620400949413089280

:angry:

[Frodo]

https://twitter.com/josh_leeson/status/620400949413089280

I would love to see Kofi Danning here, good attributes for a winger in the HAL.

Ramsay is probably slightly better than what we have aready, i.e no-one, so i guess we can't complain too hard.

[Bon]

Apparently beggars can be choosers.. :thumbsup:

[Tommyjet]

If they are signed I hope they are cheap. Not overly keen on either

[Frodo]

Ramsay has scored a goal every 2nd game on the international stage? He has only played 2 international games but never let the truth get in the way of good internet conversations...

[Mark325]

Not the worst signings if we get them, two players who have the potential to be quality with good coaching.

[Grimario]

If they are signed I hope they are cheap. Not overly keen on either

If Ramsay is on anything more than minimum wage, he's done us over.

[Jeterpool]

If they are signed, it'll be for a one year deal. We're setting ourselves up for a good tilt at a squad next year with appropriately paid players given their contribution (I hope). Some higher paid players will be coming off contract next season so signbing players for more than 1 year will compound the problem.

[Retro Jet]

The latest is that Iain Ramsey and Kofi Danning are trialling.
Both are decent enough and have shown some potential over the years but are really squad players. I think they are both the type of players who with the right coaching could step up to the next level and become first team regulars.


Apparently beggars can be choosers.. :thumbsup:


If they are signed I hope they are cheap. Not overly keen on either

Iain Ramsay?? Gee...maybe we should start slagging off at some quality players for the next few years.
Might land them here on that basis if the Box Head is coming to town.
Little Man's Disease (LMD) better make me eat my words then if we sign him!

[Grimario]

You know one name we haven't been linked with (that I have seen)... Cernak. Surely we are due him at our club at some point?

[Jeterpool]

You know one name we haven't been linked with (that I have seen)... Cernak. Surely we are due him at our club at some point?

Now you've gone and done it. If it happens I blame you.

[Frodo]

You know one name we haven't been linked with (that I have seen)... Cernak. Surely we are due him at our club at some point?

Isn't he in South Africa? With Brockie.

[Tommyjet]

Isn't he in South Africa? With Brockie.

Yep, we are safe for now

[Grimario]

Isn't he in South Africa? With Brockie.

Thank **** for that.

(January signing)

[tomo]

Starting to get sick of City's signings. Theyve bought in Franjic, Gameiro, Novillo, and now Aaron Hughes... Thats on top of already having Mooy, Paartalu, Kisnorbo, Koren etc etc...

Just shows the difference in having owners with money and willing to utilise marquee spots... Not FFA funded scrooges.... But it still has me f#%ked how we can end up in so much cap trouble with so many roster spots still left

[ToddG NBUnited]

Cowburn at right back on minimum and then the backline is sorted. Griff on as supersub / striking coach on minimum wage. Frees up the cap space for quality midfielder and strike partner for griff.

[RAM]

If Ramsay is on anything more than minimum wage, he's done us over.

:rof:

Don't see you attacking the others that have also suggested Ramsay would be a decent squadie

:rof:

[Grimario]

:rof:

Don't see you attacking the others that have also suggested Ramsay would be a decent squadie

:rof:

Runs on the board, RAMsay, runs on the board.

[idontwannaplaywithhowey]

If they are signed I hope they are cheap. Not overly keen on either

Agreed....both are on the A league scrap heap for a reason. but in reality with our cap space, reputation and position A league scrap heap is where we have to shop.Small wages and 1 year contracts I could handle as I don't see how we can be aiming much higher. Next year should be a different story with decent planning.

[Grimario]

Agreed....both are on the A league scrap heap for a reason. but in reality with our cap space, reputation and position A league scrap heap is where we have to shop.Small wages and 1 year contracts I could handle as I don't see how we can be aiming much higher. Next year should be a different story with decent planning.

Would much prefer a bunch of barely tested 20 year olds like Lachlan Jackson than a pair proven to be subpar at multiple clubs like Ramsay and Danning.

[NewyTy]

Personally, I'm very happy with the signing of Lachlan Jackson. Looked a decent player in the couple of games I saw him play last season. Definitely a good back-up to our central defenders and who knows, he might step up and make the starting spot his own. Not sure I'd want Ramsay or Danning, maybe the coach could bring out the best in them. Correct me if I'm wrong but can't trialists play FFA Cup even if they're not contracted.

[borat]

We need to face facts that the only Aussie players left are journeymen or never will bes.

Considering where we are, I will be happy if we sign another 3-4 players on min wage contracts if the last 2-3 are quality foreign players

[Fairgo]

Would much prefer a bunch of barely tested 20 year olds like Lachlan Jackson than a pair proven to be subpar at multiple clubs like Ramsay and Danning.

+1 could not agree more.

[Cyc10n]

Hey guys, long time follower first time poster,
From what I can gather Ramsey and Danning only have a slim chance of being signed, I wouldn't mind if they were signed as back ups on minimal wage but anything more shouldn't even be considered.. Hopefully Miller has some quality players for the playmaker and striker roles lined up or at least has players he wants to sign

[Jeterpool]

Hey guys, long time follower first time poster,
From what I can gather Ramsey and Danning only have a slim chance of being signed, I wouldn't mind if they were signed as back ups on minimal wage but anything more shouldn't even be considered.. Hopefully Miller has some quality players for the playmaker and striker roles lined up or at least has players he wants to sign

Welcome mate.

By accounts it sounds like they are here for a week and if Miller thinks he can get something out of them, well and good. They are interesting trials because Ramsay in particular plays in a position where we have some coverage with Carney, Alivodic, Pavicevic and Lundy. We are really light on in the middle of the park and up front at the point, so to me their trials are a little interesting.

[BodyNovo]

we may as well have kept chilli, if we are going to sign ramsay & danning

[JetRift]

I'd be happy with Ramsay if he can play on the right. If not why bother...

[Jeterpool]

I'd be happy with Ramsay if he can play on the right. If not why bother...

Which is where Brennan played in the majority of his videos, by my recollection just thinking about it.

[Grimario]

we may as well have kept chilli, if we are going to sign ramsay & danning

Better the devil you know, eh?

[Tommyjet]

I'd be happy with Ramsay if he can play on the right. If not why bother...

Ramsey is left side only. Wouldn't be surprised if we are looking at him for a possible backup for leaky gee at left back

[Frodo]

Welcome mate.

By accounts it sounds like they are here for a week and if Miller thinks he can get something out of them, well and good. They are interesting trials because Ramsay in particular plays in a position where we have some coverage with Carney, Alivodic, Pavicevic and Lundy. We are really light on in the middle of the park and up front at the point, so to me their trials are a little interesting.

I can see either Alivodic or Carney playing behind the striker at times this year. I think they both are our best passers in and around the box. They will at least provide some cover/competition for Cooper who is primed to have a breakout year this season.

We would need 2 very dynamic midfielders to take care of the midfield behind them tho...

[Cyc10n]

Yeah, we do have enough coverage in the wide areas, does anyone think Brennan could play in the middle or would he be best staying on the wing??
Will be interesting to see what sort of formation we play under Miller

[Grimario]

I can see either Alivodic or Carney playing behind the striker at times this year. I think they both are our best passers in and around the box. They will at least provide some cover/competition for Cooper who is primed to have a breakout year this season.

We would need 2 very dynamic midfielders to take care of the midfield behind them tho...

Don't forget Barresi coming back as well.

[WolfMan]

Yeah, we do have enough coverage in the wide areas, does anyone think Brennan could play in the middle or would he be best staying on the wing??
Will be interesting to see what sort of formation we play under Miller

From what I've seen (limited), Brennan is deceptively speedy and would be best utilised out wide.

That said, I'm sure he could be made into a more central
Player who can move into the channels etc.

[Cyc10n]

Yeah I thought that would be the case.

[RAM]

From what I've seen (limited), Brennan is deceptively speedy and would be best utilised out wide.

That said, I'm sure he could be made into a more central
Player who can move into the channels etc.

Don't think he has the touch to play centrally.

I'd prefer Alivodic to slot into no. 10 - seems to have the ability to play there.

Re the discussion of Ramsay - Miller may be looking at playing an inverted winger on the right. Who knows. He hasn't said much.

[RAM]

I can see either Alivodic or Carney playing behind the striker at times this year. I think they both are our best passers in and around the box. They will at least provide some cover/competition for Cooper who is primed to have a breakout year this season.

We would need 2 very dynamic midfielders to take care of the midfield behind them tho...

Carney is just a major liability in my opinion.

No speed, no fitness, just off the pace in general.

Yes his touch and vision are better than most in our squad, but given his wages he is simply a liability that needs to be cut.

[RAM]

we may as well have kept chilli, if we are going to sign ramsay & danning

Danning never really recovered from his knee injury at Sydney, and was only effective there due to raw pace.

At least Ramsay has a decent cross on him and doesn't rely solely on pace.

[Grimario]

Don't think he has the touch to play centrally.

I'd prefer Alivodic to slot into no. 10 - seems to have the ability to play there.

Re the discussion of Ramsay - Miller may be looking at playing an inverted winger on the right. Who knows. He hasn't said much.
Alivodic played centrally in a few of the videos we saw before he signed... I think both up front and in behind. Cooper needs to own that position this year though and with no senior options out wide, I think Alivodic will probably be used out there regularly... unless of course, as you say, Miller is moving away from our regular 4-3-3 or variations of.

I would have thought Lundy on the left and Carney on the right (if Alivodic is central) or Alivodic/Carney would be the preferred option. As someone said, maybe he's being looked at as a 3rd/4th choice winger and a backup to Leaky G as left back? Sigh :(


Carney is just a major liability in my opinion.

No speed, no fitness, just off the pace in general.

Yes his touch and vision are better than most in our squad, but given his wages he is simply a liability that needs to be cut.

I don't know if the under Stubbins Carney is the Carney that will be here this season. I hope not. Definitely agree that for the coin he is getting though, he should an absolute star of a player and I don't think he's capable of that. I live on in hope though.

[RAM]

Alivodic played centrally in a few of the videos we saw before he signed... I think both up front and in behind. Cooper needs to own that position this year though and with no senior options out wide, I think Alivodic will probably be used out there regularly... unless of course, as you say, Miller is moving away from our regular 4-3-3 or variations of.

I would have thought Lundy on the left and Carney on the right (if Alivodic is central) or Alivodic/Carney would be the preferred option. As someone said, maybe he's being looked at as a 3rd/4th choice winger and a backup to Leaky G as left back? Sigh :(



I don't know if the under Stubbins Carney is the Carney that will be here this season. I hope not. Definitely agree that for the coin he is getting though, he should an absolute star of a player and I don't think he's capable of that. I live on in hope though.

Would seem to be too many wingers in the squad if Ramsay or Danning come in.

Miller must be thinking of turning some into backs. Carney would be a very expensive LB.

[Frodo]

Carney is just a major liability in my opinion.

No speed, no fitness, just off the pace in general.

Yes his touch and vision are better than most in our squad, but given his wages he is simply a liability that needs to be cut.

Please don't think i'm saying Carney would excel through the middle, i just think with the balance of players we have and the available money it will inevitably happen.

Being a filthy Carny he could probably do a job selling deep fried pies on the drinking hill? He can earn some of his gigantic wages back for the club??

[Grimario]

Would seem to be too many wingers in the squad if Ramsay or Danning come in.

Miller must be thinking of turning some into backs. Carney would be a very expensive LB.

Carney would be very expensive in any position though... and given I still hate his guts for losing his player at the Asian Cup, if he plays left back I might really jump ship to supporting the best left back in the league.

I hope Cyc10n is right though and they are slim (preferably none) chances of signing.

[RAM]

Maybe miller is looking at a 3-4-3 with 5 at the back in defence. Hence the need for so many wingers.

[Bon]

Being a filthy Carny he could probably do a job selling deep fried pies on the drinking hill? He can earn some of his gigantic wages back for the club??

Spot on, Mr Baggins..

[RAM]

Please don't think i'm saying Carney would excel through the middle, i just think with the balance of players we have and the available money it will inevitably happen.

Being a filthy Carny he could probably do a job selling deep fried pies on the drinking hill? He can earn some of his gigantic wages back for the club??

Hard to believe we pay a bloke that kind of wage when he played 16 games in the previous 4-5 seasons before signing with us. :facepalm:

[Grimario]

Spot on, Mr Baggins..

What is Carney's best position, Bon? Do you know anyone that could give us some insight?

[Bon]

What is Carney's best position, Bon? Do you know anyone that could give us some insight?

Nah, I don't know anyone anymore.. Cheers for the reminder though..

[borat]

I would like to see us sign a quality foreign 6 and 9 to slot into the first team. If the salary cap stretched to a 10 as well then great, if not would be happy to throw Nick Carle a lifeline to support Cooper. Had heard Nicky had agreed to sign on under Stubbins but not sure now.

Leave Alivodic and Carney to play in their best positions out wide if we are to get any value for money out of them. Carney we can only pray gets his Chinese deal prior to the season start

[pv4]

I'm a big fan of Carney and think he adds a lot to the team. Him and Flores worked really well together last year, in the circumstances. I think he'll be one of our most important players.

Alivodić I don't see playing anywhere but RM or as a pacey second striker.

[borat]

The one unattached Australian player I would love if we made a serious play for is Dario Vidosic

[Jeterpool]

The one unattached Australian player I would love if we made a serious play for is Dario Vidosic

Is he available?

Sign him up!!!

[q-money]

rado is going to melbourne as assistant, dario would follow you'd assume

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Is he available?

Looks like it, doesn't appear on the current FC Sion roster.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FC_Sion#Current_squad

[pv4]

rado is going to melbourne as assistant, dario would follow you'd assume

I can't imagine Victory have the salary cap space for Dario, or arguably any other player. I guess they do have the Australian marquee spot open though.

[Grimario]

I can't imagine Victory have the salary cap space for Dario, or arguably any other player. I guess they do have the Australian marquee spot open though.

And with Finkler, FBK, Pain, Archie, Besart and Kosta all vying for those attacking spots... would seem like an odd signing.

They apparently only have 17 players on their books as well...

[q-money]

if the ayatollah can't have it, no-one can

[Grimario]

The one unattached Australian player I would love if we made a serious play for is Dario Vidosic

No love for Scott McDonald? Juric?

[Jeterpool]

No love for Scott McDonald? Juric?

Tommy is an interesting one. Links to any club have gone quiet with him recently. I think McDonald signed up for his Scottish team again, as well.

At least the Jason Hoffman links have stopped of late.

[WolfMan]

Carney is just a major liability in my opinion.

No speed, no fitness, just off the pace in general.

Yes his touch and vision are better than most in our squad, but given his wages he is simply a liability that needs to be cut.

First thing you've said I can whole-heartedly get behind. Here here

[Grimario]

Tommy is an interesting one. Links to any club have gone quiet with him recently. I think McDonald signed up for his Scottish team again, as well.

At least the Jason Hoffman links have stopped of late.

Last I read it was still only a maybe... and with them signing Lewis Moult, he may find himself down the pecking order.

In the same interview I read, he said he had unfinished business in England, so I don't expect he would be in the HAL unless as marquee on big money.

[furns]

Tommy is an interesting one. Links to any club have gone quiet with him recently. I think McDonald signed up for his Scottish team again, as well.

At least the Jason Hoffman links have stopped of late.

Tomi is apparently in talks with Legia Warsaw as of a few days ago

[Jeterpool]

I'm not seeing any article saying Dario Vidosic has left Sion FC. Having a look on football websites he's still listed as a player on their books

[JetRift]

Pretty sure he's waiting to be offered a contract for next season. Even if he isn't resigned i'm pretty certain his preference is to remain in Europe.

[Bon]

if the ayatollah can't have it, no-one can

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m72basi8Mh1qhporao1_1280.png

[RAM]

No love for Scott McDonald? Juric?

McDonald http://www.footballanarchy.net/forum/images/smilies/th_smiley_sick.gif

Juric would want more coin than he's worth.

[Grimario]

McDonald http://www.footballanarchy.net/forum/images/smilies/th_smiley_sick.gif

Juric would want more coin than he's worth.

Says the guy who thinks Ramsay would be a good signing on the right coin ;)

5 in 11 starts for Motherwell last season. His time at Millwall was awful but he was a double figures a season at Boro and obviously his time at Celtic was amazing (albeit half a lifetime ago).

He would tear it up here, just build a style of play around him instead of like his Socceroos career was, expecting him to be Cahill or Kennedy or Viduka.

[RAM]

Says the guy who thinks Ramsay would be a good signing on the right coin ;)

5 in 11 starts for Motherwell last season. His time at Millwall was awful but he was a double figures a season at Boro and obviously his time at Celtic was amazing (albeit half a lifetime ago).

He would tear it up here, just build a style of play around him instead of like his Socceroos career was, expecting him to be Cahill or Kennedy or Viduka.

On the right coin, McDonald might be ok - but he'll want marquee wages.

He's nothing special, just a poacher who's past his prime. Don't know how you build a squad around a poacher. Long balls into the box? We can already do that. :rof:

[Frodo]

Says the guy who thinks Ramsay would be a good signing on the right coin ;)

5 in 11 starts for Motherwell last season. His time at Millwall was awful but he was a double figures a season at Boro and obviously his time at Celtic was amazing (albeit half a lifetime ago).

He would tear it up here, just build a style of play around him instead of like his Socceroos career was, expecting him to be Cahill or Kennedy or Viduka.

Mac + Cabbage hands + Ali V would = goals.
Cooper/Barresi to do all the running behind the front 3 and then just need a solid holding midfielder to lead Pepper/Kanta around the park. Then fill the rest of the spots with anyone on minimum coin until next season.

[Wilso8948]

Surely we should look to Rostyn Griffiths for that holding role. Could do the job of kanta and pepper combined. I know all the fuss about being a coastie etc but the guy is a beast.

[Mark325]

Mac + Cabbage hands + Ali V would = goals.
Cooper/Barresi to do all the running behind the front 3 and then just need a solid holding midfielder to lead Pepper/Kanta around the park. Then fill the rest of the spots with anyone on minimum coin until next season.

Birraz/BK

? Mullen Boogard Lee

Kanta ?

Carney Cooper Alivodic

?

Essentially we don't have a RB, CM and ST. Cowburn is the obvious fix at RB though so we can sort that out no problems.

I'm also hopeful that Kanta can have a breakout year and finally shows off his full potential, cause it's really now or never for him. If he can't perform to the standards of how much he's getting paid he either will have to take a drop in coin or get moved on elsewhere

Also, Pepper is at WSW now

[RAM]

Surely we should look to Rostyn Griffiths for that holding role. Could do the job of kanta and pepper combined. I know all the fuss about being a coastie etc but the guy is a beast.

x2

[Grimario]

Surely we should look to Rostyn Griffiths for that holding role. Could do the job of kanta and pepper combined. I know all the fuss about being a coastie etc but the guy is a beast.

I reckon he will end up at Victory as a replacement for Milligan.

[Cyc10n]

Hopefully Miller doesn't wait till a few weeks out of the start of the season to finalise the squad, would be good to see the squad finalised ASAP so the team has a good preseason and plenty of time to gel, would love to see us sign a marquee but think it's wishful thinking

[Grimario]

Hopefully Miller doesn't wait till a few weeks out of the start of the season to finalise the squad, would be good to see the squad finalised ASAP so the team has a good preseason and plenty of time to gel, would love to see us sign a marquee but think it's wishful thinking

I think club ownership will decide anything like marquee. Don't think FFA will stump up for a marquee but if Thomson/consortium/etc are keen for the idea, who knows?

[Cyc10n]

I think club ownership will decide anything like marquee. Don't think FFA will stump up for a marquee but if Thomson/consortium/etc are keen for the idea, who knows?

I'm not 100% sold on Thompson I know he has knowledge of football and running a club, I'd like someone with more money but in saying that we had that with tinkler when he first took over and we never looked like winning the title under his ownership so who knows... We NEED to sign Griffiths even if it's a player/striker coach role I don't care as long as he has a role at this club...

[Frodo]

Also, Pepper is at WSW now

Oops, Blonde moment. I knew that, obviously can't deal with it yet... Man we really need to find some Midfield re-enforcement's.
Griffiths would be good, Victory probably can't fit him in. So we might be in with a chance if we throw decent coin at him.



I was having a think before. We have approx $800k left, according to some reports.
1 x decent striker = $200-300k
1 x decent mid = $150-250k
that leaves let's say 300-400k to sign a RB and maybe 2 more mids, all on $70-100k (avg HAL quality)

add in 2 more youth players from NNSWPL and we aren't too far off a first team and a mediocre but full bench.

Please correct all the inaccuracies i have probably made.

[Frodo]

What is our squad count at now?

And how many of them would we call 'starters'?

[The Dunster]

On the right coin, McDonald might be ok - but he'll want marquee wages.

He's nothing special, just a poacher who's past his prime. Don't know how you build a squad around a poacher. Long balls into the box? We can already do that. :rof:

To call anyone that has scored 140 goals in Europe not very special just makes you look like a mong.

I'd be more than happy if the Jets signed him.

[RAM]

To call anyone that has scored 140 goals in Europe not very special just makes you look like a mong.

I'd be more than happy if the Jets signed him.

He isn't anything special, he was very effective at Celtic but at 32 and having limited game time for a couple of years I'm not sure he would be worth the marquee wages he will demand.

Btw, referring to the SPL and the lower leagues of England as "Europe" makes it sound better than it was....

[plague]

Hard to believe we pay a bloke that kind of wage when he played 16 games in the previous 4-5 seasons before signing with us. :facepalm:

Turn on your google machine and type 'Jason Cullina' and then 'Robbie Middleby'.

That'll prob answer some of your questions there chief.

[RAM]

Turn on your google machine and type 'Jason Cullina' and then 'Robbie Middleby'.

That'll prob answer some of your questions there chief.

Bwanko and Jason Chulina. :rof:

Robbie always seemed like a deer in headlights.

[The Dunster]

I was under the impression that Baartz was the one who pushed to get Jason Culina to the Jets more so than Branko.

[plague]

When gypo players were going round telling all and sundry that Cullina was crocked and would never play again about 3 months before we signed him says that no one at our shitty club was doing their job.

[Premy]

Hard to believe we pay a bloke that kind of wage when he played 16 games in the previous 4-5 seasons before signing with us. :facepalm:Need you to be reminded of a bloke by the name of Jason Culina?

[Premy]

Need you to be reminded of a bloke by the name of Jason Culina?
Woops seems as though the time difference here in Athens is messing with my brain. Sorry guys little slow on the up take.

[Retro Jet]

A bit off the subject but squad related, I dropped into training after school drop off today. (10am'ish?)
Watched for 10 minutes some sort of break out/counter attack from the wings drill.

Practice what you want to be good at, because with counter attack football (as well as everything else) we sucked!

[Jeterpool]

A bit off the subject but squad related, I dropped into training after school drop off today. (10am'ish?)
Watched for 10 minutes some sort of break out/counter attack from the wings drill.

Practice what you want to be good at, because with counter attack football (as well as everything else) we sucked!

Who was playing where, RJ? Was Alivodic back at training?

[Jeterpool]

I was thinking last night, that I haven't read anything further on Chris Herd's recovery at Aston Villa and signing. He's currently unattached after being invited by Villa to continue his recovery there despite being released.

I wonder if he'd consider us as an option? Did Scott Miller have any exposure with him during his time with the socceroos?

[Frodo]

I was thinking last night, that I haven't read anything further on Chris Herd's recovery at Aston Villa and signing. He's currently unattached after being invited by Villa to continue his recovery there despite being released.

I wonder if he'd consider us as an option? Did Scott Miller have any exposure with him during his time with the socceroos?

Would control the middle well defensively. Sign him for 1 year on loan so he can play regularly and build back his confidence and then he can go back to Europe. FFA seems keen on loan moves for socceroos?

[JetRift]

Read an article a couple weeks ago saying Herd was keen on a return to Aus. In saying that I think the Jets would be last on his list. Bloke wants to make an impact not give up.

[Grimario]

Read an article a couple weeks ago saying Herd was keen on a return to Aus. In saying that I think the Jets would be last on his list. Bloke wants to make an impact not give up.

And what a better team to make an impact at than the wooden spoon club? Imagine coming back, lifting dead last into finals football, instant hero status.

[JetRift]

And what a better team to make an impact at than the wooden spoon club? Imagine coming back, lifting dead last into finals football, instant hero status.

If only all players thought like that! Maybe our squad would include Ruka, Holland, Cornflakes, Vidosic, McGowan, Sarota, Rogic and Amini! But honestly the Jets aren't a very appealing career choice for international Aussies at the moment.

[stopper2]

And what a better team to make an impact at than the wooden spoon club? Imagine coming back, lifting dead last into finals football, instant hero status.
I read this and I thought of Ljubo straight away.
Think back a few years and the Jets finish last in 08/09, at the same ex-Socceroo big Lubes' career is at a crossroads after being dumped at Victory.
The Jets need a leader at the back while Lubes needs a club to give him a chance.
The rest is history, the Jets have a decent run in the ACL and play in the HAL Finals, getting past the much-fancied Gold Coast in the process with big Lubes playing a significant role in both and attaining "instant hero status"....as Grimario would put it.
Perfect opportunity now for someone like Herd to come to the club and do a similar thing to what Lubes done!

[JetRift]

I read this and I thought of Ljubo straight away.
Think back a few years and the Jets finish last in 08/09, at the same ex-Socceroo big Lubes' career is at a crossroads after being dumped at Victory.
The Jets need a leader at the back while Lubes needs a club to give him a chance.
The rest is history, the Jets have a decent run in the ACL and play in the HAL Finals, getting past the much-fancied Gold Coast in the process with big Lubes playing a significant role in both and attaining "instant hero status"....as Grimario would put it.
Perfect opportunity now for someone like Herd to come to the club and do a similar thing to what Lubes done!

Except Ljubo didn't have any options apart from the Jets. Herd has many opportunities. Honestly, I think the one player we should pursue is Wilkshire.

[Frodo]

If only all players thought like that! Maybe our squad would include Ruka, Holland, Cornflakes, Vidosic, McGowan, Sarota, Rogic and Amini! But honestly the Jets aren't a very appealing career choice for international Aussies at the moment.

There is one thing that decides where these guys play and it's called money. If we are willing to pay more than other teams they'll sign. Unfortunately we sign chumps like Chulerina and Cabbage-hands for big money and can't afford actually talented footballers.

[Grimario]

There is one thing that decides where these guys play and it's called money. If we are willing to pay more than other teams they'll sign. Unfortunately we sign chumps like Chulerina and Cabbage-hands for big money and can't afford actually talented footballers.

Yeah, it's almost entirely about money. That's why I don't quite understand people up in arms, particularly in the EPL, when some bloke leaves to be on a gazillion bucks a week as a 5th choice at one of the big clubs. Purely business, **** loyalty. If a rival company offered me double my wage to do less work, I would jump at it.

[white city]

Soccer Stoppage time saying with Franjic and Zullo signed at Melb City that Hoffman has been released and will be returning to Newcastle. Doesn't say anything regarding signing for Jets

[Retro Jet]

Who was playing where, RJ? Was Alivodic back at training?

With my failing eyesight? I could only tell the keepers apart. :rof:

Was watching from the top deck for about 10min.
Major Mitchell Murphy walked past me with a couple of suits in tow...didn't recognise them.

[Grimario]

Soccer Stoppage time saying with Franjic and Zullo signed at Melb City that Hoffman has been released and will be returning to Newcastle. Doesn't say anything regarding signing for Jets

Probably nailed on as squad filler. Can play at the back, can play in midfield, can play up front. If he signs on for peanuts, it will meet our criteria of signing filler for minimum wages.

Though with the ragging he did on Newcastle on twitter a while back, not sure how welcome he would be...

[The Dunster]

Yeah, it's almost entirely about money. That's why I don't quite understand people up in arms, particularly in the EPL, when some bloke leaves to be on a gazillion bucks a week as a 5th choice at one of the big clubs. Purely business, **** loyalty. If a rival company offered me double my wage to do less work, I would jump at it.

What if your job was to break in the new bunnies at the playboy mansion before Heff rides them ? Would you go to Penthouse for more money but without the opportunites offered to you at Playboy ? I seriously doubt it.

Unless your job is something very special I don't think comparing it to that of a professional footballer is relevant.

[Grimario]

What if your job was to break in the new bunnies at the playboy mansion before Heff rides them ? Would you go to Penthouse for more money but without the opportunites offered to you at Playboy ? I seriously doubt it.

Unless your job is something very special I don't think comparing it to that of a professional footballer is relevant.

That is possibly the daftest post on this forum and I have recently been reading the best hits of RAM, ffs.


My point is that if you are a good player for a mid-lower table EPL side and you had the opportunity to get paid twice what you were earning and sit on the bench for City or United, loyalty is out the window.

[Cabaye#4]

Anyone know anything about young Patrick Antelmi trialling with the squad?
I believe he trialled with them last season under the Stubbins regime, and has been playing at Blacktown with Joey Gibbs since then.
In England between the ages of 15-20 at clubs like Wolves, Leeds & Wigan. You'd think his technical ability would be very decent having been nurtured at that age over there.

[hawk]

That is possibly the daftest post on this forum and I have recently been reading the best hits of RAM, ffs.


My point is that if you are a good player for a mid-lower table EPL side and you had the opportunity to get paid twice what you were earning and sit on the bench for City or United, loyalty is out the window.

Most players ego wont have them sitting on the bench. So they take a bit less and feel more important at lesser clubs. The odd player doesnt mind.

[Grimario]

Most players ego wont have them sitting on the bench. So they take a bit less and feel more important at lesser clubs. The odd player doesnt mind.

Nah. Professional sports is just that. You tell a bloke he can play for £40k a week at Sunderland or sit on the bench for £70k a week at one of the big 4 (or 6 or whatever the number is these days) and just about everyone will collect splinters.

I think you will find it is the odd player that stays loyal and isn't entirely after a pay day.

[lquiquer]

Hoffman ... Lol.. ... FFA bandaid job on full swing

[Couscous]

Has Hoffman signed or not? I need to know because I'm deciding shortly which team to follow this season.

[Jeterpool]

Has Hoffman signed or not? I need to know because I'm deciding shortly which team to follow this season.

:rof:

[Cyc10n]

So we signing Hoffman and chasing Mark weak ankles Bridge WOW!!!

[Jeterpool]

So we signing Hoffman and chasing Mark weak ankles Bridge WOW!!!

Source NBN for those playing at home

[Cyc10n]

Source NBN for those playing at home

Yeah just hope it's not true, we need a decent striker... Hoffman would be alright for minimal wage as a back up

[furns]

Hoffman =/= striker

[Jetmaster]

Seems like we're trying to reboot 2008.

[Jeterpool]

Seems like we're trying to reboot 2008.

I wonder what Denni is up to?

[boz-monaut]

there's only one player from 2008 worth signing

[joel31]

there's only one player from 2008 worth signing
And hes playing at Jeju United

[borat]

So depressing

@nbnnews: Jason Hoffman going through his medical. Expecting a clearance from Melbourne City this afternoon. via @caineynbn http://t.co/0BSiRGktMZ

[stopper2]

I wonder what Denni is up to?

Holland would be bloody handy but FFA won't cough up the extra dough for a Marquee.

[lquiquer]

there's only one player from 2008 worth signing

Yeah the one who scored the winner in the GF....

[Tommyjet]

there's only one player from 2008 worth signing

Jimmy holland

[goaliepersempre]

and its a done deal

[The Postman]

15 + 1
1. Mark Birighitti - 15/16
2. Nigel Boogaard - 17/18
5. Ben Kantarovski - 15/16
7. Enver Alivodic - 15/16
10. Andy Brennan - 16/17
11. Radan Pavicevic - 16/17
13. Themba Muata-Marlow 16/17
15. Josh Baressi - 15/16
19. Mitch Cooper - 16/17
20. Ben Kennedy - 16/17
21. Daniel Mullen - 16/17
22. Lee Ki-Je - 16/17
23. David Carney - 15/16
## Lachlan Jackson - 15/16
## Jason Hoffman - 15/16

25. Brandon Lundy - 15/16

[Cyc10n]

Well at least we have some depth now, now we gotta start looking at getting some first team players.. We have signed 2 bench warmers... I hope we announce the signing of nick cowburn soon too, he has proved that he can replace Neville at RB

[Mark325]

Is only a 1 season contract, unless he impresses he won't be staying past the end of this season anyway

[JetRift]

Any news of Ramsay/Danning?

[Grimario]

Any news of Ramsay/Danning?

We need depth on the left so I reckon Ramsay will be signed.

[JetRift]

We need depth on the left so I reckon Ramsay will be signed.

Hope so. Always rated Ramsay highly. Danning, on the other hand, belongs at state league level.

[front2]

From memory Ramsay played in front of Cassio on the left at Adelaide. Overlap, etc. Ramsay does scores goals and a few magic tricks in his kit. We will see.

[Tommyjet]

https://twitter.com/behindthegamepd/status/622688525310275584
Been waiting a while for us to be linked to this fella.

[Mark325]

https://twitter.com/behindthegamepd/status/622688525310275584
Been waiting a while for us to be linked to this fella.

Quality signing if we do get him

[Grimario]

From memory Ramsay played in front of Cassio on the left at Adelaide. Overlap, etc. Ramsay does scores goals and a few magic tricks in his kit. We will see.

I dunno if I would be relying on him for his goal scoring prowess... roughly 1 goal every 10 games. Admittedly, a bunch of those came as left back but he wasn't exactly prolific as a winger at Adelaide either.

Solid min wage left sided squad player, nothing more.

[380]

Seriously scraping the botttom of the barrell of available players. FMD.

[The Dunster]

15 + 1
1. Mark Birighitti - 15/16
2. Nigel Boogaard - 17/18
5. Ben Kantarovski - 15/16
7. Enver Alivodic - 15/16
10. Andy Brennan - 16/17
11. Radan Pavicevic - 16/17
13. Themba Muata-Marlow 16/17
15. Josh Baressi - 15/16
19. Mitch Cooper - 16/17
20. Ben Kennedy - 16/17
21. Daniel Mullen - 16/17
22. Lee Ki-Je - 16/17
23. David Carney - 15/16
## Lachlan Jackson - 15/16
## Jason Hoffman - 15/16

25. Brandon Lundy - 15/16

The FFA is totally taking the piss out of Miller. Poor bloke is on a hiding to nothing if they expect him to get anywhere with this squad. Parking the bus looks like the only option.

[lquiquer]

The FFA is totally taking the piss out of Miller. Poor bloke is on a hiding to nothing if they expect him to get anywhere with this squad. Parking the bus looks like the only option.

Another spoon on the way

[joel31]

The FFA is totally taking the piss out of Miller. Poor bloke is on a hiding to nothing if they expect him to get anywhere with this squad.
I agree. I still can't believe the salary cap is so full with the shit (inexperience) we have. Kanta and Kennedy would get paid nowhere near what they do at other clubs.

[joel31]

I reckon Carney would be a good in midfield if he could run as he can create stuff out of nothing so heres how I'd line up with what we have so far
http://www.footballuser.com/formations/2015/07/1297630_Newcastle_Jets.jpg

We need a good striker and a get central midfielder or holding midfielder and then I think our squad could do alright

[joel31]

I'm just hoping with all the low cap signings we will have some space left to get some players who can make a difference in positions of need

[Mark325]

I reckon Carney would be a good in midfield if he could run as he can create stuff out of nothing

Was actually thinking the same thing today, and with the word that we're trying to sign Ramsey and Danning this well could be what Miller is thinking as well, signing one of them to replace carney on the wing
Another thing I was thinking, probably ridiculous but we're seemingly not talking with any strikers at the moment, and I feel like radivan up front is a mistake. What are the thoughts on Enver up front? The few goals he scored were very clinical, not stuff anyone could just pull out. He's very quick, a lot of skill and seems to be able to get into good positions, along with, like I said good finishing skills. Could well be an option

[joel31]

Was actually thinking the same thing today, and with the word that we're trying to sign Ramsey and Danning this well could be what Miller is thinking as well, signing one of them to replace carney on the wing
Another thing I was thinking, probably ridiculous but we're seemingly not talking with any strikers at the moment, and I feel like radivan up front is a mistake. What are the thoughts on Enver up front? The few goals he scored were very clinical, not stuff anyone could just pull out. He's very quick, a lot of skill and seems to be able to get into good positions, along with, like I said good finishing skills. Could well be an option
I'd prefer neither of them up front. We need a striker or 2. I think Enver is better suited to the wing though

[Mark325]

I'd prefer neither of them up front. We need a striker or 2. I think Enver is better suited to the wing though

Yeah I should've prefaced neither are ideal up from and id rather see Enver on the wing

[tomo]

I agree. I still can't believe the salary cap is so full with the shit (inexperience) we have. Kanta and Kennedy would get paid nowhere near what they do at other clubs.

This is where we should be utilising the new "loyalty" exemption... But being the jets... We wont!

[Grimario]

This is where we should be utilising the new "loyalty" exemption... But being the jets... We wont!

Being run by the FFA who won't cough up any outside the cap coin is the problem there, not being the Jets.

[Jeterpool]

I think we all need to just sit back and watch for the next few weeks and watch what happens with the rest of the recruitment because at the moment we only have part of the picture. That's then the time to start bitching. We don't know the role players like Jackson, Hoffman and potentially Watson have been signed to play.

Miller isn't silly either. He'll recognise we don't have a striker, an attacking midfielder or a midfield in general! He said in an early interview he's looking for flexibility in the players he signs - Hoffman for example fits that description, though many are questioning his ability to execute those roles and for those that listen to the podcast, I think Watson would be a good, strong signing.

Like many on here, I am also underwhelmed with the Hoffman signing but more for the fact that it could potentially block the path of a promising young player in Nick Cowburn. Nothing has been said about Cowburn not being given a contract - we need to wait and see.

Either way, there are always going to be players in squads that fans don't particularly rate and we've had a few over the years. As long as we support them on game day if they're wearing the shirt and they show more heart than we've seen in recent times.

[Jeterpool]

Being run by the FFA who won't cough up any outside the cap coin is the problem there, not being the Jets.

But as an entity we are starting to secure sponsorship. Couldn't it be used for this?

[Jeterpool]

Gardiner photographs Van Stratten back working with the Jets keepers

Source: Twitter

[Grimario]

But as an entity we are starting to secure sponsorship. Couldn't it be used for this?

As an entity, we are still FFA run. Any sponsorship money just offsets their expenses, coaching, field and ground hire etc... they won't be putting anything into the club that they don't have to.

[Jeterpool]

As an entity, we are still FFA run. Any sponsorship money just offsets their expenses, coaching, field and ground hire etc... they won't be putting anything into the club that they don't have to.

That's very possible. The money could be spent on lots of things.

I guess it depends on how "hands on" the FFA are being with the club or if they are giving the current management team the ability to run their own race. We aren't going to know that.

I just think from this management team, and I mean business management, they'll be looking to use any avenue they can to make the cap go further. It's open to any A-League club so why should we be disadvantaged because we are run by the FFA? We're in a better position than, say, Brisbane Roar but we wouldn't expect Barkies not to try use any loophole/opportunity they could. I bet if the Roar were being owned by the FFA we'd be saying "oh I bet they're using that loophole on Player X or Y" and "You watch the marquee they bring in".

I get the FFA haven't really come out and said they'll get us a marquee, and I don't think they will, but I just don't want us to think they won't ANY spend money on us.

I think if a sound business case is presented the FFA would support any move. I mean, the Jets just relocated to a nice new office in Honeysuckle. If they were trying to cut costs wouldn't they have stayed out at NNSW HQ, for arguments sake?

Neither of our arguments are based on fact, simply assumptions on what the FFA's motives are. We Jets fans have been bitten by owners seemingly or actually doing the very minimum to exist. Maybe I'm still in that honeymoon period.

[Grimario]

Why would Bakries use any loophole they can to spend money outside the cap that THEY have to pay for? If I was an owner trying to bin off a club, I would be stripping it of all costs that weren't funded by existing sponsorship or salary caps, not looking for loopholes to get a better squad.

[Jeterpool]

Why would Bakries use any loophole they can to spend money outside the cap that THEY have to pay for? If I was an owner trying to bin off a club, I would be stripping it of all costs that weren't funded by existing sponsorship or salary caps, not looking for loopholes to get a better squad.

Ok, maybe not the best example, and I get what you're saying but do you get where I'm coming from? I guess I'm saying because the FFA are looking to sell their asset, wouldn't they want to portray it in the best possible way by using some of what they can within the current rules?

[Grimario]

Ok, maybe not the best example, and I get what you're saying but do you get where I'm coming from?

I do but working in finance, I can see absolutely zero incentive for the FFA to spend any money that they don't have to. They want to shift the ownership ASAP and if the new prospective owner comes in and wants to run a tight ship, having all of this extra cost will make it less of a saleable commodity to that party. I can almost 100% guarantee that there will not be any signing that isn't squeezed into the cap and that's why I fully expect us to give Virgili a call and bring him back on min wage (or sign Danning) as well as offer Ramsay a deal.

[Jeterpool]

I do but working in finance, I can see absolutely zero incentive for the FFA to spend any money that they don't have to. They want to shift the ownership ASAP and if the new prospective owner comes in and wants to run a tight ship, having all of this extra cost will make it less of a saleable commodity to that party. I can almost 100% guarantee that there will not be any signing that isn't squeezed into the cap and that's why I fully expect us to give Virgili a call and bring him back on min wage (or sign Danning) as well as offer Ramsay a deal.

I agree we won't spend on signing outside of the cap. I guess I'm likening tarting up a house with a bit of extra cash to get a better price.

[boz-monaut]

we're the football equivalent of a shithole on Selling Houses Australia

[Jeterpool]

we're the football equivalent of a shithole on Selling Houses Australia

As long as Shayna and Andrew stay well clear, the yes. Charlie seems ok.

[Grimario]

we're the football equivalent of a shithole on Selling Houses Australia

We're the footballing equivalent of the shithole I bought in Maitland... but we don't have dodgy Barry trying to sell the carcass to a naive fool like me.

****ing Barry, you ****.

[borat]

I haven't seen it mentioned yet but Cameron Watson from AUFC to be the next signing for the Jets

[The Dunster]

Is there a critera by which the minimum wage can be ofered to a player in the A-League ?

I mean, is it really feasible that someone of Hoffmans age, with his experience can, or indeed should accept minium wage ?

In the real world minimum wage is pretty much reserved for when people start out rather than when when they are established in a position.

Once someone has served their apprenticeship so to speak they should be on a tradies wage.

[plague]

Is there a critera by which the minimum wage can be ofered to a player in the A-League ?

I mean, is it really feasible that someone of Hoffmans age, with his experience can, or indeed should accept minium wage ?

In the real world minimum wage is pretty much reserved for when people start out rather than when when they are established in a position.

Once someone has served their apprenticeship so to speak they should be on a tradies wage.

depends on the industry, plenty of old people on min wage in service/retail industries regardless of experience.

If that's what the job is worth that's what the offer is I guess.

As long as it ticks off CBA requirements and doesn't contravene laws I guess he's stuck with whatever someone offers.

Agree though calling it 'minimum' wage is misleading in a sense.

[The Camel]

Is there a critera by which the minimum wage can be ofered to a player in the A-League ?

I mean, is it really feasible that someone of Hoffmans age, with his experience can, or indeed should accept minium wage ?

In the real world minimum wage is pretty much reserved for when people start out rather than when when they are established in a position.

Once someone has served their apprenticeship so to speak they should be on a tradies wage.

I am not sure, however I will happily wager that Hoffman is on a whack above minimum wage anyway. There is no way he would walk from his last year of his contract at City for a pay cut and he was signed originally under the Heart regime who were paying over the odds for players.

[Grimario]

Is there a critera by which the minimum wage can be ofered to a player in the A-League ?

I mean, is it really feasible that someone of Hoffmans age, with his experience can, or indeed should accept minium wage ?

In the real world minimum wage is pretty much reserved for when people start out rather than when when they are established in a position.

Once someone has served their apprenticeship so to speak they should be on a tradies wage.

There are different minimum wages for >21. The CBA PDF is such a PITA to find, some sites are 5 years old, some are only PDF scans without word recognition so you can't search for information within PDF's... however the current site isn't so bad. $41k last year for U21, $51k for 21+.

Hoffman will definitely be on more than minimum though, methinks.

[pv4]

I haven't seen it mentioned yet but Cameron Watson from AUFC to be the next signing for the Jets

Adelaide fans seem happy for him to leave.

[Grimario]

Adelaide fans seem happy for him to leave.

Aye, plenty over at WP who are glad he is gone.

[Jeterpool]

Someone saying poljak and haliti have left wsw and we've signed poljak on a 2 year deal.

[Mark325]

Someone saying poljak and haliti have left wsw and we've signed poljak on a 2 year deal.

Where you see that one?

[Jeterpool]

Where you see that one?

The most reliable of sources, Twitter. Not holding my breath.

[Premy]

Someone saying poljak and haliti have left wsw and we've signed poljak on a 2 year deal.Would take Labinot back in a heartbeat.

[Blackmac79]

Get me some chest.

[belchardo]

would immediately boost our appeal to women.

[lquiquer]

Quick lets get Keogh..... Just been released

[leftrightout]

Would take Labinot back in a heartbeat.

Sorry id pass... better than what we have but id rather take a punt on someone else.

Poljak would be a good signing in my opinion.

[joel31]

I loved Labi when he was here. Pure passion. If we are just signing rejects he'd be the top of my list

[Retro Jet]

Quick lets get Keogh..... Just been released

And off OS by the look of it...


Perth Glory's bid to bounce back from last season's salary cap woes has taken another hit, with star striker Andy Keogh set to walk out on the A-League club.
Source: AAP

Keogh still has one more season remaining on his existing Glory deal, but it's understood he will leave the club in order to take up a lucrative contract overseas.
Glory tried its best to keep the Republic of Ireland international, but it's understood it was unable to match the overseas offer.
Keogh's looming exit is a massive blow to Perth, which has already lost goalkeeper Danny Vukovic, striker Jamie Maclaren, whiz kid Daniel De Silva, defender Scott Jamieson, winger Youssouf Hersi, and midfield linchpin Rostyn Griffiths.
Payments made to Keogh became a central focus of last season's salary cap investigation into Perth Glory.
Reports alleged only half of Keogh's salary was declared by the club, with the balance being made up in secret payments to relatives, as well as various non-monetary benefits.
Glory ended up being stripped of its spot in the finals and fined $269,000 after being found guilty of exceeding the $2.55 million salary cap by more than $400,000.
The exit of several high-profile players in the wake of the drama added salt to the wound.
Keogh became an instant hit at Glory last season, with the 29-year-old scoring 12 goals in 27 A-League games.
He also played a key role in helping Glory reach the final of the inaugural FFA Cup.
Keogh hit the headlines in February when he was arrested outside of an Adelaide nightspot for disorderly behaviour.
The charges were later dropped, although Keogh was charged half a week's salary by Perth Glory.
Of Glory's best XI squad from last season, only five remain.
Veteran goalkeeper Ante Covic, defender Antony Golec, and Hungarian midfielder Gyorgy Sandor are among the new signings.
But the squad still lacks out-and-out firepower, with coach Kenny Lowe facing a tricky task to fill his team with top-end talent ahead of the club's season opener on 10 October.

FMD...if Glory aren't spoon candidated after all this...

[Grimario]

And off OS by the look of it...


FMD...if Glory aren't spoon candidated after all this...

Replaced Vukovic with Covic
Golec for Jamieson
Gligor and that Hungarian international in for De Silva and Griffiths
Hersi barely played.

Watch them bring Ruka back home and pick up a half decent striker and still be miles in front of us.

[belchardo]

And off OS by the look of it...


FMD...if Glory aren't spoon candidated after all this...

lol. surely you know we'll be favourites for the spoon!

[q-money]

what happened to marinkovic? did he go back to serbia?

if not sign him up

[Grimario]

what happened to marinkovic? did he go back to serbia?

if not sign him up

He's still there, isn't he?

[q-money]

i only saw that he had a contract to the end of the 2014-2015 season - anyone know the score?

[Jeterpool]

I hit up soccer stoppage time and Poljak hadn't left WSW according to them

[Grimario]

I hit up soccer stoppage time and Poljak hadn't left WSW according to them

Yet JG is saying both are set to join Jets...

http://www.theherald.com.au/story/3226119/labinot-haliti-set-to-return-to-jets/?cs=306

[q-money]

i can defo get around this, the return of the kosovo kid (y)

second only to griff

[white city]

Yet JG is saying both are set to join Jets...

http://www.theherald.com.au/story/3226119/labinot-haliti-set-to-return-to-jets/?cs=306

Interesting how those 2 will be offered 2 year deals whereas the other additions have only been given 1 year deals. Do they see these 2 players as having a greater future with the club. Poljak is worthy however Haliti i believe would still need to prove himself in saying that he was a much improved player at wanderers than he ever was at the jets. (Just like evey player who departs newcastle)

[Jeterpool]

SO happy if it's true.

Bring back the chest

[Grimario]

SO happy if it's true.

Bring back the chest

Plus it means SST is wrong which is good.

[Jeterpool]

Interesting how those 2 will be offered 2 year deals whereas the other additions have only been given 1 year deals. Do they see these 2 players as having a greater future with the club. Poljak is worthy however Haliti i believe would still need to prove himself in saying that he was a much improved player at wanderers than he ever was at the jets. (Just like evey player who departs newcastle)

We need to sign some players for longer, I suppose, otherwise we will have yet another massive recruitment drive again next year

[Jeterpool]

Plus it means SST is wrong which is good.

:brrr:

[Footyhead]

Fan favourite already... "Poljak's PoleAxes"

[Jeterpool]

Now for a starting striker and an attacking midfield.

A screen of Watson and Poljak sounds good.

Great to have Labi back...this bloke gets us and I was gutted to see him go.

[plague]

i can defo get around this, the return of the kosovo kid (y)

second only to griff

Stu has to round out the top 3 yeah?
Or Tarek, I'll let you put Tarek there.

[Cyc10n]

Pretty damn happy if we sign these blokes, this squad is looking pretty good actually, we be interesting to see what foreign players MILLER brings in and hopefully they have the same impact that berisha or Finkler have had....

[Jeterpool]

Pretty damn happy if we sign these blokes, this squad is looking pretty good actually, we be interesting to see what foreign players MILLER brings in and hopefully they have the same impact that berisha or tinkler have had....

:rof:

[The Postman]

Stab in the dark for the formation, suits what we have atm though.

So providing Watson signs which is looking likely, he takes the other starting CM spot.

Still need cover at the back, perhaps a local junior who can play anywhere across the back 4????

Then a foreign ST or 2 up front.

GK - Birighitti / Kennedy
RB - Hoffman
CB - Boogaard / Marlow
CB - Mullen / Jackson
LB - Ki Je
CM - Poljak
CM - Kantarvoski
RAM - Alivodic
CAM - Haliti / Cooper
LAM - Carney / Barresi
ST - Pavicevic / Brennan / (Lundy)

I'm very happy with how the squad is taking shape, a good mix of youth and experience.

[Tommyjet]

Pretty damn happy if we sign these blokes, this squad is looking pretty good actually, we be interesting to see what foreign players MILLER brings in and hopefully they have the same impact that berisha or tinkler have had....

I think our finals hope are gonna hinge on the 2 foriengner spots left in the front third that Gardiner is alluding too. Otherwise I'd say at present, if we include Watson, it's a solid if unspectacular squad and that a lot will depend on the game plan miller employs and how effective he is at getting the most out of his players

[Footyhead]

I think our finals hope are gonna hinge on the 2 foriengner spots left in the front third that Gardiner is alluding too. Otherwise I'd say at present, if we include Watson, it's a solid if unspectacular squad and that a lot will depend on the game plan miller employs and how effective he is at getting the most out of his players
No offence mate but did you check with Captain Obvious for the second part of that ?

[sneaky]

Labi..... Im dreaming. Yes please bring him back. Love him.

[Cyc10n]

:rof:
Damn auto correct haha

[Tommyjet]

No offence mate but did you check with Captain Obvious for the second part of that ?

Yeah I think I left a few things out that would of made a better point and a less obvious last sentence, oh well

[hawk]

Talking finals with this squad is a little out of sorts for mine. Seems we're aiming for 7th

[pv4]

Labi and poljak will instantly be my favourite players. Absolutely love both of them.

Poljak will be an Australian citizen within a year or two, too.

[tomo]

3 pretty solid signings if we can get them all. All proven at a-league level, and not just there to make up numbers...
Labi is the best supersub ive ever seen in my life, and brings a whole lot of passion back into the shirt, ala mr griffiths

[WolfMan]

The signings or rumoured signings of Hoffman and Labinot have Mark Jones all over them. Not a bad thing, just an observation

[hawk]

Wonder how Labs will go. Bit older, new coach, still has the passion

[Blackmac79]

I have to agree with wolf man on this.

I wonder how many of these signings have been in the pipeline prior to miller signing?

[GazFish35]

I have to agree with wolf man on this.

I wonder how many of these signings have been in the pipeline prior to miller signing?

I'd imagine a fair few.
Due diligence takes time, then they'd wait till the miller gets to look at them for final say.

[Blackmac79]

I'd imagine a fair few.
Due diligence takes time, then they'd wait till the miller gets to look at them for final say.

Yeh that's the way I see it going too. Perhaps they had a list of potential players for him to look over. Someone like jones and jp would help a hell of a lot.

[rhysd]

JP originally gave The Chest his starting gig here. Sounds more JP to me for both the wsw signings.

What else are your support staff for anyway if they are not recommending people for you to sign?

[Blackmac79]

JP originally gave The Chest his starting gig here. Sounds more JP to me for both the wsw signings.

What else are your support staff for anyway if they are not recommending people for you to sign?

Not saying its a bad thing.

I remember watching the youth play magic in the NPL and standing behind Jones (with his poodle Iphone background (need to tifo this idea)), and murphy while stubs was having his tinks paid for holiday, they were discussing players like nothing else.

[leftrightout]

Not saying its a bad thing.

I remember watching the youth play magic in the NPL and standing behind Jones (with his poodle Iphone background (need to tifo this idea)), and murphy while stubs was having his tinks paid for holiday, they were discussing players like nothing else.

I think the fact that so many people see haliti as a great signing is a pretty big indicator of our level of expectation. Also the level of acceptance we have had over the years. This guy would be just an average player at any other club, not one to be excited about re signing. Sure he will do a decent job, but im sick of "he tries hard and plays for the shirt" i want to effing win some games!

[Blackmac79]

I think the fact that so many people see haliti as a great signing is a pretty big indicator of our level of expectation. Also the level of acceptance we have had over the years. This guy would be just an average player at any other club, not one to be excited about re signing. Sure he will do a decent job, but im sick of "he tries hard and plays for the shirt" i want to effing win some games!

See I couldn't care less about winning. The beauty is in the struggle.

[GazFish35]

one thing at a time.

let sget them playing with some pride, the winning will come.




and expectations are limited by the salaray cap situation.

[Roundball Enthusiast]

http://www.newcastlejets.com.au/article/confirmed-poljak--haliti-finalise-jets-deals/1uwoo0djwncfa1svtqx7g47ad1

Confirmed.

[Jeterpool]

Excellent. I'm really excited by Poljak

[borat]

So if Jimmy Gardiner is right and there are another 2 foreign players to be signed, then that leaves the first 11 in a lot better shape than what it was looking likely.

If as I expect Poljak and Watson will play 6 & 8 with Kanta as backup that still leaves us one DM/CM short for depth. You would think one of the kids currently being trialled would pick up that squad position. However it got me thinking. If we are bringing back the likes of the Hoff & Haliti then why not Jobe Wheelhouse? Serious question has Jobe been out of the HAL too long or could he handle it?

[leftrightout]

So if Jimmy Gardiner is right and there are another 2 foreign players to be signed

Would Poljak be considered one of the foreign players? or did he say 2 more still?

[plague]

However it got me thinking. If we are bringing back the likes of the Hoff & Haliti then why not Jobe Wheelhouse? Serious question has Jobe been out of the HAL too long or could he handle it?

This club has yet to demonstrate that it deserves to have Jobe back.

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Would Poljak be considered one of the foreign players? or did he say 2 more still?

https://twitter.com/JamesGardiner42/status/623443784831864832

Would assume this means two additional, not inc Poljak.. Considering it was part of the Tweeters conversation of him announcing the signings.

[borat]

https://twitter.com/JamesGardiner42/status/623443784831864832

Would assume this means two additional, not inc Poljak.. Considering it was part of the Tweeters conversation of him announcing the signings.
Article in the Herald on the signing of Poljak and Haliti explicitly states 2 foreign signings earmarked for the front third, presumably a 9 & 10, and are additional

[The Camel]

Is Cowburn still with the club on a Youth contract? Ie is he eligible to play still like Lundy?

[JetRift]

Great signings! Hearing rumors about Santalab and Babalj on Facebook. Can anyone back this up with a source?

[Premy]

Great signings! Hearing rumors about Santalab and Babalj on Facebook. Can anyone back this up with a source?
Feck I hope not Santalab, Babalj maybe.

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Great signings! Hearing rumors about Santalab and Babalj on Facebook. Can anyone back this up with a source?


Feck I hope not Santalab, Babalj maybe.

Asked Jimmy Gardiner on Twitter, reckons they're both looking overseas. Was interested in Babalj, wasn't keen on Santalab.

[The Postman]

Watson would make it 18 players.

2 Foreign Forwards and Cowburn (Hopefully) and we are done.

[Frodo]

Watson would make it 18 players.

2 Foreign Forwards and Cowburn (Hopefully) and we are done.

I reckon we will sign 2 of these youngsters on trial now. Watson would cover both Kanta and Hoffman so they won't sign Cowbie and we will wait for 2 foreign attackers until like 2 weeks before the season kicks off. That's just my guess based on what's been happening and being reasonably positive.

If i was staying true to forum tradition and being a negative Tit... We will probably sign Danning, Santalab and Cole and then miss out on our big signings in the last week and then throw money at Dugandzic or something, HAHA!

[borat]

If the 2 attacking foreign players are signed, we still need a back up RB/LB and another DM/CM

[RAM]

Surely Watson isn't an assured starter :S

Good squadie, but nothing flash. We seem to have plenty of them lol

[RAM]

Babalj would be an interesting signing. Promised a lot but has stalled. Not sure if he could be relied on for 10-15 goals a season, but better than most Aussies currently available who could be tempted.

[Grimario]

Surely Watson isn't an assured starter :S

Good squadie, but nothing flash. We seem to have plenty of them lol

Depends who our foreign signings are and what formation we play, I guess. As a "depth chart", he'd be ahead of Kanta, wouldn't he? Poljak > Watson > Kanta.

[RAM]

Depends who our foreign signings are and what formation we play, I guess. As a "depth chart", he'd be ahead of Kanta, wouldn't he? Poljak > Watson > Kanta.

Not sure about that.

Poljak is quality.

[Wilso8948]

Not sure about that.

Poljak is quality.

You didn't do maths did you.

[Grimario]

Not sure about that.

Poljak is quality.
:facepalm:

You didn't do maths did you.
:lulzturtle:

[stopper2]

^^^
Poljak is definitely one of our better quality signings, will bring experience and at 25 is at an ideal age but with Watson even though he has played over 100 A League games I honestly haven't really noticed him at Adelaide over the years. Is he a no-frills type player who just gets the job done with a minimum of fuss or is he a player who is on the fringes and makes a lot of sub appearances (we seem to have enough of them)???

[Grimario]

^^^
Poljak is definitely one of our better quality signings, will bring experience and at 25 is at an ideal age but with Watson even though he has played over 100 A League games I honestly haven't really noticed him at Adelaide over the years. Is he a no-frills type player who just gets the job done with a minimum of fuss or is he a player who is on the fringes and makes a lot of sub appearances (we seem to have enough of them)???

Was a regular pre-Gombau. Slowly phased out of the first team as the Spanish influence really kicked in. Started 73 of his 106 games for Adelaide but only 17 of them were in the last two years... and only TWO of them last season.

[borat]

If we are targeting 2 attacking foreign players I think it's fair to assume they are a 9 and 10.

With the squad we have, with barely any fullbacks I can't see us playing 442 so 433/4231 seems more likely. Therefore behind the 10 we will need a CM (Poljak) and a DM to be the workhorse. I see Watson in front of Kanta for that role.

Adelaide don't line up like that and Watson wasn't technically sound enough to get regular starts. But for us I think he will be an improvement on Kanta and quite sound

[Cyc10n]

Doesn't any one know much about this New Zealand international we are trialling???

[Premy]

If we are targeting 2 attacking foreign players I think it's fair to assume they are a 9 and 10.

With the squad we have, with barely any fullbacks I can't see us playing 442 so 433/4231 seems more likely. Therefore behind the 10 we will need a CM (Poljak) and a DM to be the workhorse. I see Watson in front of Kanta for that role.

Adelaide don't line up like that and Watson wasn't technically sound enough to get regular starts. But for us I think he will be an improvement on Kanta and quite sound

Poljak is that DM we'll still be in the market for a CAM/CF and a ST

[Grimario]

Doesn't any one know much about this New Zealand international we are trialling???

Leo Bertos? :gent:

[Premy]

GK. BK/Birra
Rb. Hoff/Cowburn/Watson
Cb. Boogard/ Marlow
Cb. Mullen/ Jackson
Lb. Ki-je/ Carney/ Cowburn
Dm. Poljak
Dm. Watson/ Kanta
Rw. Alivodic/Haliti/Brennan
CAM. ????/ Cooper
Lw. Carney/Pav/Brennan
ST. ?????/Brennan/Haliti

[Grimario]

GK. BK/Birra
Rb. Hoff/Cowburn/Watson
Cb. Boogard/ Marlow
Cb. Mullen/ Jackson
Lb. Ki-je/ Carney/ Cowburn
Dm. Poljak
Dm. Watson/ Kanta
Rw. Alivodic/Haliti/Brennan
CAM. ????/ Cooper
Lw. Carney/Pav/Brennan
ST. ?????/Brennan/Haliti

Cowburn hasn't been signed
Lundy for RW/LW ahead of Pav
Haliti back up for AMC as well
Haliti as starting striker with who we have with Pav as back up there

I think?

[Premy]

Cowburn hasn't been signed
Lundy for RW/LW ahead of Pav
Haliti back up for AMC as well
Haliti as starting striker with who we have with Pav as back up there

I think?
Forgot about Lundy, yeah I would agree.
Cowburn is still in the youth set up is he not.
Not sure about Haliti as the Attacking mid/ deep forward, but of the lot we have I would have him starting at the point of a front 3.

[Grimario]

Forgot about Lundy, yeah I would agree.
Cowburn is still in the youth set up is he not.
Not sure about Haliti as the Attacking mid/ deep forward, but of the lot we have I would have him starting at the point of a front 3.

Cowburn was "invited to trial" a while back. I don't think he's signed on.

Agree, would def start Labi up top, Carney and Alivodic either side, given current options.