2017/18 Squad Thread

[idontwannaplaywithhowey]

I would like Nick Ansell, he fits your bill.

Baro is obviously a good player but i do agree that that foreign spot could be used better elsewhere on the park. There is enough quality Aussies out there that we could look at.

I would definitely take Nick Ansell. He is an upgrade on our Central Defenders (except Boogard, and he runs him close).
I also don't mind Baro, dependent on whether we can get decent Aussies in the attacking 3rd (ie/ marquee's).

[MFKS]

So you saying we should sign Milligan?.....and can play CB if needed....

If we sign Milligan he go straight into DM

He be the best DM in the HAL

Why play blokes out of position??

He could do a job at CD if pushed
But you play your best players in their correct position

[The Dunster]

Milligan will be 32 this season and he's going to be looking for a marquee wage from any A-league club. Sorry, but his best football is behind him and I don't think the club can afford to be chipping into his pension fund.

[Grimario]

Milligan will be 32 this season and he's going to be looking for a marquee wage from any A-league club. Sorry, but his best football is behind him and I don't think the club can afford to be chipping into his pension fund.

He would be the best DM in the league by a far margin. I don't care if he is 32, he would be our best player easily.

[StannyCFCJET]

Milligan will be 32 this season and he's going to be looking for a marquee wage from any A-league club. Sorry, but his best football is behind him and I don't think the club can afford to be chipping into his pension fund.

Milligan is 200% worth what ever he wants. Bosses the aleague and would teach Ugar alot. BUT he would never come to the jets

[halo se7en]

Milligan is 200% worth what ever he wants. Bosses the aleague and would teach Ugar alot. BUT he would never come to the jets

(again)

[borat]

FBK signs with Roar.

Love your work Lawrie.

Feeling the blowtorch so leaks a list of BS targets to mates in local press. Fans lap it up and completely forget what a basketcase of a club we are. The art of distraction.

Still got the best 2nd keeper warming the bench though #wegotthis

[steve136]

FBK signs with Roar.

Love your work Lawrie.

Feeling the blowtorch so leaks a list of BS targets to mates in local press. Fans lap it up and completely forget what a basketcase of a club we are. The art of distraction.

Still got the best 2nd keeper warming the bench though #wegotthis

FBK is old and past it. Who cares?

[plague]

Love your work Lawrie.

Feeling the blowtorch so leaks a list of BS targets to mates in local press. Fans lap it up and completely forget what a basketcase of a club we are. The art of distraction.


You'll take all this back once our new technical director Terry Venables gets here and sorts this mess out.

[rhysd]

So they replaced broich with FBK? Investing in youth I guess!

[halo se7en]

FBK is old and past it. Who cares?

I'm with you, I didnt realize he'd be 35 by the time the next season starts.

[Mark325]

FBK signs with Roar.

Love your work Lawrie.

Feeling the blowtorch so leaks a list of BS targets to mates in local press. Fans lap it up and completely forget what a basketcase of a club we are. The art of distraction.

Still got the best 2nd keeper warming the bench though #wegotthis

Don't see your point cause FBK is past it, we have two visa spots and we shouldn't waste one on him

[borat]

You'll take all this back once our new technical director Terry Venables gets here and sorts this mess out.

It's true.... and what a squad he will have to work with

Nathan Burns, Mark Milligan, Alan Baro, Mitch Nichols and Marcelo Carrusca. Going to be the Jets Invincibles. Golden years are almost upon us.

I must admit though, with Butters brush with the law we may actually be able to snare him as our marquee #10.

If only all the other players could be caught in their own coke scandals we would be in the box seat

[borat]

Don't see your point cause FBK is past it, we have two visa spots and we shouldn't waste one on him

My point is, Lawrie is either incapable of signing players or talks up our chances of signing players to avoid scrutiny of his job

http://www.theherald.com.au/story/4548659/jets-playing-for-keeps/

McKinna said talks were continuing with former Socceroo Michael Thwaite, who has been without a club since released by Chinese Super League outfit Liaoning Whowin in February.

“He is definitely of interest,” McKinna said.

“He is experienced, can play as a holding midfielder or centreback and is a good character.”

Apart from Thwaite the Jets have tabled an offer with Roy O’Donovan and spoken to Fahid Ben Khalfallah.

“It shows the the calibre of player we are trying to bring to the club,” McKinna said.

It's a pretty good tactic for Lawrie, avoid the hard questions like "why you employed the previous basket case of a manager" to then conduct a worldwide search and come up with Ernie Merrick.

[borat]

I'm with you, I didnt realize he'd be 35 by the time the next season starts.
It's just squad management

Broich was on 500k and took a designated player position whilst FBK on 250-300K in the cap.

[plague]

Jets CEO said Rooneys impending move away from Manchester United created 'an opportunity' for a club like us to bolster our front third"



Well then

[MFKS]

Well then

That bloke would fit in right in with us.

****ing over rated hack

Sign him up Ernie

[Jeterpool]

His cousin Sean is better. Hates gypos

[hawk]

I think we can easily achive 7th/8th next season with almost the players we currently have signed if Merrick gets some tactics sorted out early and everyone plays to their level.

Achieve? meaning attain something good at 8th? :rof::rof: funny cause its true

nothing tells me that we are serious in achieving anything next season yet. lots of hollow talk:blah:

[Bon]

His cousin Sean is better. Hates gypos

:lulzturtle:

[Couscous]

What's happening at the Herald? It's been two weeks since Bob Dillon, Jim Gardener or any of the others have filed a football story. I'm distressed by this.

[Jetmaster]

What's happening at the Herald? It's been two weeks since Bob Dillon, Jim Gardener or any of the others have filed a football story. I'm distressed by this.

Because of Fairfax cuts last year Jimmy has to report on NRL, and we know how much the Dill luvs his league. That said expect a pro Arsenal rant from him later this week.

Also - there ain't much happening, so they rely on their little "shock jock", Michael Parris to drop little bombs like Lee losing millions.

[MFKS]

But Pariss is odds on to turn on the club one day

His son using the EJ and he probably won't make it further

Be interesting what happens if he been writing pro Jets stories and then has a gripe with people at the club

[borat]

The real impact of the cuts to Fairfax Reporting in Newcastle is lack of objectivity imo.

Gardiner and co don't have time to be chasing scoops and rely on the tips and leaks from the Jets and Knights. Gardiner can't afford to be getting Lawrie offside so the use each other. Blurs the lines between reporting and marketing material from the club.

For example, I never saw one story that questioned Lawrie's decision to appoint Jones. Whichever way you want to look at it it was a disastrous decision so where was the scrutiny.

[WolfMan]

The real impact of the cuts to Fairfax Reporting in Newcastle is lack of objectivity imo.

Gardiner and co don't have time to be chasing scoops and rely on the tips and leaks from the Jets and Knights. Gardiner can't afford to be getting Lawrie offside so the use each other. Blurs the lines between reporting and marketing material from the club.

For example, I never saw one story that questioned Lawrie's decision to appoint Jones. Whichever way you want to look at it it was a disastrous decision so where was the scrutiny.

Excellent summation. Interesting points raised. Much journalism

[StannyCFCJET]

Ok what do People know about Kosta Petratos and Mario Shabow. Are they a chance of being good signings??

[MFKS]

The real impact of the cuts to Fairfax Reporting in Newcastle is lack of objectivity imo.

Gardiner and co don't have time to be chasing scoops and rely on the tips and leaks from the Jets and Knights. Gardiner can't afford to be getting Lawrie offside so the use each other. Blurs the lines between reporting and marketing material from the club.

For example, I never saw one story that questioned Lawrie's decision to appoint Jones. Whichever way you want to look at it it was a disastrous decision so where was the scrutiny.
Generally speaking what journo goes on and questions the appointment of a manager??

They tend to give the new man a bit of lee way straight away

The other thing here is that JG and RD aren't exactly the greatest thinkers on the game

That where good football journalism comes when the reporter can actually write an article on their opinion

Problem is in Australia they few and far between

[MFKS]

Ok what do People know about Kosta Petratos and Mario Shabow. Are they a chance of being good signings??

I be backing no on both

They are not getting runs at their current clubs

What makes you think they be world beaters coming here??

You have to ask why their current managers let them go??

They young they ain't playing

So why we sign them for??

Least with Our Caravan Georgevski etc we signing blokes who can play at other clubs bar ours

These two are failure until they prove otherwise

We already have enough failures in Clut Jackson Nabbout etc

Blokes who done **** all elsewhere trying to hold onto a professional playing career and we one of the only dumb enough clubs on the planet to pay them

[plague]

There is no unbiased journalism.


This hot take was brought to you by whoever paid me enough to parrot it.

[borat]

Generally speaking what journo goes on and questions the appointment of a manager??

They tend to give the new man a bit of lee way straight away

The other thing here is that JG and RD aren't exactly the greatest thinkers on the game

That where good football journalism comes when the reporter can actually write an article on their opinion

Problem is in Australia they few and far between

Nah I meant how did Lawrie escape scrutiny once Jones was sacked. Whether the appointment was right or wrong, clearly the owner disagreed. But Lawrie just skates on by. Way too chummy with JG and RD imo

[parksey]

The real impact of the cuts to Fairfax Reporting in Newcastle is lack of objectivity imo.

Gardiner and co don't have time to be chasing scoops and rely on the tips and leaks from the Jets and Knights. Gardiner can't afford to be getting Lawrie offside so the use each other. Blurs the lines between reporting and marketing material from the club.

For example, I never saw one story that questioned Lawrie's decision to appoint Jones. Whichever way you want to look at it it was a disastrous decision so where was the scrutiny.

I don't really think it's been a problem for the sports section, or for the Herald overall really. They continue to produce some top class journalism.

For sport, and football in particular, they have at least three journos to cover one club during the A-League season. They definitely still have time to chase scoops. It's not as if they're not fairly neutral at times either, it's not their job to lay the boot in to a person, performance etc. unless it's a column.

I do think there needs to be more analysis and opinion pieces. Lowey seems like a good bloke but doesn't really offer anything insightful. Dillon probably doesn't do it enough in his column either - not sure why.

[borat]

I don't really think it's been a problem for the sports section, or for the Herald overall really. They continue to produce some top class journalism.

For sport, and football in particular, they have at least three journos. They definitely still have time to chase scoops. It's not as if they're not fairly neutral at times either, it's not their job to lay the boot in to a person, performance etc. unless it's a column. Dillon probably doesn't do it enough in his column, though - not sure why.

Ask yourself this, when was the last time you read a critical article. Then remember we finished stone motherless last season. Yet no questions asked.

End of the Tinkler era was the last time the Herald wrote anything but puff pieces

[parksey]

Ask yourself this, when was the last time you read a critical article. Then remember we finished stone motherless last season. Yet no questions asked.

End of the Tinkler era was the last time the Herald wrote anything but puff pieces

Yeah sorry I added a bit more to my post.

I agree there needs to be more analysis and criticism where warranted. I do wonder sometimes if that boycott during Tinkler's era has made them wary of biting the hand that feeds.

[borat]

Yeah sorry I added a bit more to my post.

I agree there needs to be more analysis and criticism where warranted. I do wonder sometimes if that boycott during Tinkler's era has made them wary of biting the hand that feeds.
TBH i am not really being critical of the journos but Fairfax. It's a sign of the times were they would rather just produce quick content over actual investigative journalism.

[borat]

Ok what do People know about Kosta Petratos and Mario Shabow. Are they a chance of being good signings??
These 2 have all the hallmarks of the next players released mid season. Petratos was very poor at Perth. Shabow is a very talented junior but could well be the next Kaz Patafta

[turbojetfireV8]

Georgievski article: http://www.theherald.com.au/story/4696535/no-regrets-for-jets-signing/?cs=306

and on NBN: http://video.nbnnews.com.au/georgievskijets300517.mp4

[white city]

Come on Merrick.

Time is ticking we need announcements of new high quality signings!

[lquiquer]

Come on Merrick.

Time is ticking we need announcements of new high quality signings!

Aren't the 2 Scots going to China first to discuss the budget with Mr Lee ? (Plague read it somewhere)

[The Dunster]

These 2 have all the hallmarks of the next players released mid season. Petratos was very poor at Perth. Shabow is a very talented junior but could well be the next Kaz Patafta

Who actually signed them ? Was it Miller, Jones, or someone else ?

[pv4]

Who actually signed them ? Was it Miller, Jones, or someone else ?

Petratos was announced January 2017:

http://www.newcastlejets.com.au/article/confirmed-petratos-brothers-headed-for-the-hunter/k0m3bh2n6o0n15607pubzuyjo

Shabow was announced April 2017:

http://www.newcastlejets.com.au/article/news-young-attacking-ace-mario-shabow-to-join-jets/15p43s46xkamb1arns81wehwff

I think it is fair to call both of them Jones signings.

[pv4]

I do think there needs to be more analysis and opinion pieces. Lowey seems like a good bloke but doesn't really offer anything insightful. Dillon probably doesn't do it enough in his column either - not sure why.

Lowey's articles were a struggle to get thru this year. In his live q&a blog things on the herald site he showed snippets of his former good self but filtered himself way too much, again. Best eg I have of this is when asked about Lawrie's comment about "Jones' job has never once been under the microscope" Lowey said there wasn't a chance that he would have worded it that way if he was Lawrie. But rather than stick the boot in he just kind of let it be, which I don't believe former Lowey (ie before he got hired by the club.. and before he had his mates club indented there) would have done.

And where was the journos absolutely lampooning the "just another game" comment from Jones?

People can blame "keyboard warriors" for a lot of things but at least there is SOME criticism, sometimes warranted, coming at the club.

I think whomever said it was right - the herald guys are scared of the tinkler backlash thing to happen. They seemingly prefer to toe the line and stay within the inner sanctum.

Cardboard cutouts everywhere, man. Big Brother is watching, innit.

Yall should listen to the Jerkstream - rarely anything positive gets said about the club :rof:

[MFKS]

Lowey's articles were a struggle to get thru this year. In his live q&a blog things on the herald site he showed snippets of his former good self but filtered himself way too much, again. Best eg I have of this is when asked about Lawrie's comment about "Jones' job has never once been under the microscope" Lowey said there wasn't a chance that he would have worded it that way if he was Lawrie. But rather than stick the boot in he just kind of let it be, which I don't believe former Lowey (ie before he got hired by the club.. and before he had his mates club indented there) would have done.

And where was the journos absolutely lampooning the "just another game" comment from Jones?

People can blame "keyboard warriors" for a lot of things but at least there is SOME criticism, sometimes warranted, coming at the club.

I think whomever said it was right - the herald guys are scared of the tinkler backlash thing to happen. They seemingly prefer to toe the line and stay within the inner sanctum.

Cardboard cutouts everywhere, man. Big Brother is watching, innit.

Yall should listen to the Jerkstream - rarely anything positive gets said about the club :rof:

That also being said WLG Lowey and Jones go way back and have known and played with and against one another for many years

I think your really in delusion if you think he going to write anything that might cause friction between them

Remember Lowey isn't exactly a hard hitting journo and gets a few bucks writing something each week

I don't understand why people think those in the system or on the periphery of it are happy to shake the shit out of it by stepping on someone's toes

[turbojetfireV8]

Aren't the 2 Scots going to China first to discuss the budget with Mr Lee ? (Plague read it somewhere)

Bert mentioned it here as well I think:
https://audioboom.com/posts/5958232-press-conference-ernie-merrick-friday-26-may-2017

[white city]

I have seen some talk we have enquired about nebojsa marinkovic.
Watch this space

[StannyCFCJET]

I have seen some talk we have enquired about nebojsa marinkovic.
Watch this space

Decent player. great at set pieces, Could be a good signing

[turbojetfireV8]

don't think Marinkovic is the Castro type player we were hoping for though, he would be a 'second choice'...

[white city]

i think if we are to spend above cap it will be on a so called 'Chinese Marquee'

Marinkovic is definitely better than what we currently have, so these are the signings we have to be making

[Jeterpool]

I have seen some talk we have enquired about nebojsa marinkovic.
Watch this space

I saw the talk too.

If it was NFL and we could bring him on for set pieces and take him off again then GREAT! Otherwise, I'm not a fan.

[BodyNovo]

how long has he been in the country. I thought he'd be close to 5 years residency?

[pv4]

how long has he been in the country. I thought he'd be close to 5 years residency?

2014. He has a few visa years left still.

[hawk]

I don't really think it's been a problem for the sports section, or for the Herald overall really. They continue to produce some top class journalism.

For sport, and football in particular, they have at least three journos to cover one club during the A-League season. They definitely still have time to chase scoops. It's not as if they're not fairly neutral at times either, it's not their job to lay the boot in to a person, performance etc. unless it's a column.

I do think there needs to be more analysis and opinion pieces. Lowey seems like a good bloke but doesn't really offer anything insightful. Dillon probably doesn't do it enough in his column either - not sure why.

1st sentence is fiction, rest is fair.

NewySports has contributed way more to football than the bogan nrl Herald. DouchyDillon sees to that

[borat]

i think if we are to spend above cap it will be on a so called 'Chinese Marquee'

Marinkovic is definitely better than what we currently have, so these are the signings we have to be making

Agreed.

And imo Chinese Marquee is a massive mistake. Our marquee is going to need to be a genius to make this squad competitive and signing a player from a country we know to be overpriced is likely to end up with an overpriced dud.

This club continually takes the easy option because we have no ability to sign Visa players from outside the HAL

Marinkovic is great at set pieces but there is a reason he has been permanently parked on the bench for glory

[borat]

Victory haven't offered Troisi a deal for next season. I would prefer our marquee dollars were spent there. Get Georgevski in his ear

[The Dunster]

Agreed.

And imo Chinese Marquee is a massive mistake. Our marquee is going to need to be a genius to make this squad competitive and signing a player from a country we know to be overpriced is likely to end up with an overpriced dud.

This club continually takes the easy option because we have no ability to sign Visa players from outside the HAL

Marinkovic is great at set pieces but there is a reason he has been permanently parked on the bench for glory

I'd have no issues if we signed Wu Lei as a Chinese marquee. Getting him might be a little difficult though.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1IYldfSPaQ

[white city]

I'd have no issues if we signed Wu Lei as a Chinese marquee. Getting him might be a little difficult though.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1IYldfSPaQ

Pfft...like we would ever sign a player like Wu Lei, if we do get a chinese marquee it will be a player with higher pedigree than ma lei lei. a Fringe starter for a 1st division side perhaps. But not someone like Wu Lei

[borat]

It would be a complete lottery to sign a Chinese marquee of the type that we could attract.

Troisi is 28, a Socceroo and could realistically be tempted to stay in Australia for the rest of his career with the right deal. Offer a 2 year marquee deal now while Victory are sitting on their hands debating what they want to do

[turbojetfireV8]

100% Troisi would be a perfect Aussie marquee fit for us, leaving an OS marquee spot free for Bert to bring in one of his signature signings

Troisi > Marinkovic

[The Dunster]

Troisi would be perfect for the Jets.

[MFKS]

100% Troisi would be a perfect Aussie marquee fit for us, leaving an OS marquee spot free for Bert to bring in one of his signature signings

Troisi > Marinkovic
Why would Troisi be good for us??

He much better player than we have and doesn't deserve to play football for shit ****s like us

[turbojetfireV8]

Why would Troisi be good for us??

He much better player than we have and doesn't deserve to play football for shit ****s like us

If we ever want to stop being shit we need to start filling the team with players like this, and I would imagine Bert would want this as well...

[tomo]

Kokko has been told again he can leave... if he can find a club!

http://www.theherald.com.au/story/4703825/jets-open-to-kokko-departure/?cs=306

[rhysd]

Had the feeling that kokko was always going to be moved on, especially with the signing of o Donovan.

We will never know if kokko could have been a success in this league. He appeared the lack the necessary athleticism to succeed in this league.

Gives us the option of going out there and securing a different visa player and one who is not so injury prone..

[WolfMan]

Had the feeling that kokko was always going to be moved on, especially with the signing of o Donovan.

We will never know if kokko could have been a success in this league. He appeared the lack the necessary athleticism to succeed in this league.

Gives us the option of going out there and securing a different visa player and one who is not so injury prone..

2 things, he isn't gone yet, so we can stop counting that visa spot as open; and the poor bastard had his jaw broken by a smelly gypsy. Hardly injury prone in anyone's book

[belchardo]

and a hamstring (or was it calf?) strain as a result of poor management by trani.

[turbojetfireV8]

utilised right I think Kokko could still net us enough goals to justify a team spot, so I'd hate to see him go before we get to see his best

[Tommyjet]

Release him and buy speed. We need speed

[white city]

They really know how to kill a players confidence!! Why cant we keep anything on the quiet. How is Kokko going to show us what he can really do when the club is always putting a for sale sign to him.

I really just dont agree with Mckinna in the media

[MFKS]

They really know how to kill a players confidence!! Why cant we keep anything on the quiet. How is Kokko going to show us what he can really do when the club is always putting a for sale sign to him.

I really just dont agree with Mckinna in the media

Maybe the bloke is showing us what he has got??

FfS it ain't like the Finnish league is renowned world wide.

How many goals would Griff have scored in the Finnish League??

Thousands

[lquiquer]

Maybe the bloke is showing us what he has got??

FfS it ain't like the Finnish league is renowned world wide.

How many goals would Griff have scored in the Finnish League??

Thousands

The Member would score in the Finnish league..... ffs... I prob could too

[leftrightout]

The Member would score in the Finnish league..... ffs... I prob could too

Too many people give too much credit to leagues in Europe. Obviously the big ones are hugely superior to us but The A-League is a good standard of football and people still just assume it isn't as good as any league in Europe.

[Jetmaster]

Too many people give too much credit to leagues in Europe. Obviously the big ones are hugely superior to us but The A-League is a good standard of football and people still just assume it isn't as good as any league in Europe.

And this is why kids get pushed by agents....its not the quality of football, its the coin.

[MFKS]

And this is why kids get pushed by agents....its not the quality of football, its the coin.
But the coin isn't really there

You take out your big 5 leagues, getting a run at a Ajax Celtic insert huge club and most of those blokes in Europe in the Dutch and Belgium and Scandanavian leagues are not on that much more coin than they are here

The blokes here are ridiculous overpaid for what they are really worth

Issue is in Europe there a bit more intensity and it treated as a legit comp not a joke as it is in this country

[lquiquer]

The adventure of Laurel and Hardy in China
1453

[MFKS]

Why the **** is the Gypo wearing shorts with one sick up

[furns]

Why the **** is the Gypo wearing shorts with one sick up
He recently had an operation on his leg. I would assume thats a bandage not a sock

[WolfMan]

Why the **** is the Gypo wearing shorts with one sick up

He's part of the Crips now.

[pv4]

He's part of the Crips now.

LawrieLAD

[Roundball Enthusiast]

https://twitter.com/WgtnPhoenixFC/status/871499468239130626

Replacing Hoole?

[lil_masi]

SST saying Dimi Petratos to terminate contract.

[Wilso8948]

http://www.news.com.au/sport/football/a-league/aleague-transfer-news-kosta-barbarouses-released-by-wellington-phoenix/news-story/24d22a09e8ab92d9fea2b038a1d89d99

[steve136]

SST saying Dimi Petratos to terminate contract.


Great bit of business by the Jets. Get the transfer fee, then get him back before the season starts anyway

[Roundball Enthusiast]

We should be targetting Dimi and Kosta. Sign those two and we're far better off than we were before.

Maybe even a shot at making 7th.

[De-Champ]

But the coin isn't really there

You take out your big 5 leagues, getting a run at a Ajax Celtic insert huge club and most of those blokes in Europe in the Dutch and Belgium and Scandanavian leagues are not on that much more coin than they are here

The blokes here are ridiculous overpaid for what they are really worth

Issue is in Europe there a bit more intensity and it treated as a legit comp not a joke as it is in this country

It is also "easier" to go from a lessor league in Europe to a better league in Europe, than it is to go to a better league In Europe from the A League.

[idontwannaplaywithhowey]

https://twitter.com/WgtnPhoenixFC/status/871499468239130626

Replacing Hoole?

Or back to Victory if Troisi is stalling?

[Jeterpool]

Great bit of business by the Jets. Get the transfer fee, then get him back before the season starts anyway

Wouldn't that just be hilarious.

Instant cult hero status.

[white city]

Great bit of business by the Jets. Get the transfer fee, then get him back before the season starts anyway

Surely, given we had him signed before Ulsan, that he would return to the jets? its a strange termination.

that is if he hasnt got any other offers from Asia or Europe.

[Wilso8948]

Wasn't it written that we had first shot at petratos if he left?

[Grimario]

Or back to Victory if Troisi is stalling?

It's for "non footballing reasons"... so who knows.

[pv4]

Wasn't it written that we had first shot at petratos if he left?

You would imagine the appeal to link up with his brother would be here still.

Dimi instantly fills the Hoole set piece role.

[Jeterpool]

You would imagine the appeal to link up with his brother would be here still.

Dimi instantly fills the Hoole set piece role.

And the #10 hole. Possibly even the wide player role?

[plague]

Wasn't it written that we had first shot at petratos if he left?

It's written in invisible ink right next to the real amount we got as compensation.

[borat]

Troisi wants 7 figures at Victory and has knocked back 2 marquee offers. Barborouses was on 750k marquee deal at the Nix. Given Lawrie's comments to the Herald over the weekend that we won't be signing a marquee you can assume neither will be in Newcastle.

I wouldn't mind betting both Petratos and Barborouses end up at Victory

[borat]

It's written in invisible ink right next to the real amount we got as compensation.

Cmon now. I am sure we got a lovely thank you card from his agent for jacking up his contract price.

[Grimario]

Troisi is in talks with Brighton, freshly promoted to EPL, so I don't know if the A-League wooden spooners have much of a hope.

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Troisi is in talks with Brighton, freshly promoted to EPL, so I don't know if the A-League wooden spooners have much of a hope.

It's a good cover for the Jets.

Just like Hoole to Europe, then ending up at the Coast.

[Jeterpool]

Given Lawrie's comments to the Herald over the weekend that we won't be signing a marquee you can assume neither will be in Newcastle.

I didn't take it to say "we aren't signing a marquee" but it's certainly paving the way for that to be the case. It's a clear change in direction from when we interviewed him just before Merrick was appointed.

[Grimario]

It's a good cover for the Jets.

Just like Hoole to Europe, then ending up at the Coast.

Nah, we will make a big noise about him being a target and end up with his unknown lesser talented third cousin from NPL or something.

[borat]

I didn't take it to say "we aren't signing a marquee" but it's certainly paving the way for that to be the case. It's a clear change in direction from when we interviewed him just before Merrick was appointed.

If you listen carefully again to what he said to you, he wavered a little. Can't remember his exact words but was something like "a marquee player or the like". Then he mentioned that we could have had a "marquee" in January by shifting Kokko or Boogs. Its a deliberate dampening of expectations and I would bet the only marque we would end up with, if at all, is shifting Boogs or Kokko.

But truly, it doesn't really matter. We have a player budget ceiling and whichever way we slice and dice the squad with marquee's or cap allowances, we will spend within that ceiling. All a marquee would mean is 1 highly paid player with less to spend on the rest.

[MonkeyKplunk]

I'd put this in the Daily thread, but probably should have just commented here...

All the talk about Barbarouses is that he'll be returning to Victory, but surely Roar, Gypos and us would all be in talks to sign him.

Especially since Ernie was a big part of him returning to the Nix in 2016, and Kosta only seemed to start having "non-football issues" once Ernie resigned.

[MFKS]

I'd put this in the Daily thread, but probably should have just commented here...

All the talk about Barbarouses is that he'll be returning to Victory, but surely Roar, Gypos and us would all be in talks to sign him.

Especially since Ernie was a big part of him returning to the Nix in 2016, and Kosta only seemed to start having "non-football issues" once Ernie resigned.
But he played like a busted areshole whilst Bert was there at Nix this season

As soon as Bert left the Jets came to town and played him back into form

[Hunter403]

Petratos on his way back apparently

[borat]

Signing Petratos certainly changes our recruitment for the remaining squad places. You would think the last 2 Visa places go to the LW position an either CB or DM. Considering the lack of Australian talent available grabbing Petratos now is a win.

If Kokko is released then will be interesting to see if the replacement striker is a visa player also and what we are willing to spend considering Kokko's salary. Andrija Kaluderovic, who scored 5 goals in 10 at the Roar under Mulvey, is apparently looking for offers in Australia. Was top scorer in Lithuania last season and currently in Thailand. Could be worth a look

[borat]

But he played like a busted areshole whilst Bert was there at Nix this season

As soon as Bert left the Jets came to town and played him back into form

Well he must have saved his best for us because we couldn't stop him

[borat]

Here is a rumour for you, make of it what you will.

Merrick and McKinna went to China specifically to gain approval to make a marquee offer to Nathan Burns.

What is interesting was the way Joel dismissed making an offer for Barborouses as we were in advanced talks with other players

Wonder if the flight home from China went via Tokyo

[Wilso8948]

Here is a rumour for you, make of it what you will.

Merrick and McKinna went to China specifically to gain approval to make a marquee offer to Nathan Burns.

What is interesting was the way Joel dismissed making an offer for Barborouses as we were in advanced talks with other players

Wonder if the flight home from China went via Tokyo

Much better decision if that was the case. Aussie marquee with no need for a visa spot. There were solid rumours flying around with Merrick's appointment that he would come too. Merrick also stated he builds a side from forwards to defence. A frontline of Nabbout/Caravan/Petratos/burns certainly looks decent. Another quality DM and CB and I'm almost getting a stiffy.

[Jeterpool]

Much better decision if that was the case. Aussie marquee with no need for a visa spot. There were solid rumours flying around with Merrick's appointment that he would come too. Merrick also stated he builds a side from forwards to defence. A frontline of Nabbout/Caravan/Petratos/burns certainly looks decent. Another quality DM and CB and I'm almost getting a stiffy.

That'll subside by the Round of 32 in the FFA cup.

[borat]

Just a rumour and not sure if the Petratos signing changes it anyway as that seems to be unexpected.

Although you would think the way Petratos seems to be pretty much a done deal that Tony Rallis reached out to us to see if the deal was still there before approaching his Korean club for a release.

The timing of the Kokko story is interesting as well. Like the Jets are trying to hurry up the process as it didn't need to be said in public.

[Wilso8948]

That'll subside by the Round of 32 in the FFA cup.
I'm doing well if it lasts till then. Mrs will be happy.

[Wilso8948]

Just a rumour and not sure if the Petratos signing changes it anyway as that seems to be unexpected.

Although you would think the way Petratos seems to be pretty much a done deal that Tony Rallis reached out to us to see if the deal was still there before approaching his Korean club for a release.

The timing of the Kokko story is interesting as well. Like the Jets are trying to hurry up the process as it didn't need to be said in public.

I get the feeling Kokko won't be returning from Finland. I'd be surprised if it was just a holiday back home. My guess is he'd be carrying out a few chats.

[borat]

I get the feeling Kokko won't be returning from Finland. I'd be surprised if it was just a holiday back home. My guess is he'd be carrying out a few chats.

Agreed. Just strange to suddenly come out and talk to the press about it unless you are trying to drum up some offers

[Wilso8948]

Agreed. Just strange to suddenly come out and talk to the press about it unless you are trying to drum up some offers
Don't read too much into it. This is coming from the same guy who openly stated he sent a text asking if the future appointed coach was "bored yet" before conducting a series of wasteful interviews with candidates who were never in the running to get the job.

[borat]

Don't read too much into it. This is coming from the same guy who openly stated he sent a text asking if the future appointed coach was "bored yet" before conducting a series of wasteful interviews with candidates who were never in the running to get the job.

Yup I hear you

[Tommyjet]

I know the focus seems to be around the frontline presently but we desperately need a midfield anchor. 3 very decent players currently uncontracted are milligan (wishful i know but his name keeps coking up), paartalu and holland. Those last 2 obviously seem more attainable. All 3 are capable of holding down the mids and very good at distribution. One of these paired next to ugar or brown, who i believe should be competing for the one spot rather than teamed up, and suddenly we are looking more solid than we have in years, atleast on paper.

[Wilso8948]

I know the focus seems to be around the frontline presently but we desperately need a midfield anchor. 3 very decent players currently uncontracted are milligan (wishful i know but his name keeps coking up), paartalu and holland. Those last 2 obviously seem more attainable. All 3 are capable of holding down the mids and very good at distribution. One of these paired next to ugar or brown, who i believe should be competing for the one spot rather than teamed up, and suddenly we are looking more solid than we have in years, atleast on paper.

Read this morning Milligan is out of contract in July. Which I'm guessing means no announcement would be made until then about where he will head. Another to throw in there is Spiranovic. Club is relegated from the CSL but has injury concerns.

[Frodo]

I know the focus seems to be around the frontline presently but we desperately need a midfield anchor. 3 very decent players currently uncontracted are milligan (wishful i know but his name keeps coking up), paartalu and holland. Those last 2 obviously seem more attainable. All 3 are capable of holding down the mids and very good at distribution. One of these paired next to ugar or brown, who i believe should be competing for the one spot rather than teamed up, and suddenly we are looking more solid than we have in years, atleast on paper.

100% agree.

If we sign one of these 3 and a decent CB I would be infinitely more confident of competing with teams this year. Our spine is still the weakest part of our team, and we do probably have the weakest in the HAL.


That said, we could also really use a half-decent attacker to get the plastics excited. Very doom and gloom at the moment which, although fine for us loyal shit-slingers, isn't great for getting mums and dads wasting their hard-earned at the club to subsidise the price of beer and jets-shaped hats and what not?

[Frodo]

What's the go with Sainsbury? Loaned to Inter because they had too many imports at his CSL team. Played like 20 mins of football in the last game.

Imagine someone bringing both he and Spiranovic back to the HAL.... Sainsbury on marquee wages, Spiranovic on heavy wages of course.

[pv4]

Read this morning Milligan is out of contract in July. Which I'm guessing means no announcement would be made until then about where he will head. Another to throw in there is Spiranovic. Club is relegated from the CSL but has injury concerns.

Milligan has basically confirmed he doesn't want to come back to Australia yet.

[Tommyjet]

100% agree.

If we sign one of these 3 and a decent CB I would be infinitely more confident of competing with teams this year. Our spine is still the weakest part of our team, and we do probably have the weakest in the HAL.


That said, we could also really use a half-decent attacker to get the plastics excited. Very doom and gloom at the moment which, although fine for us loyal shit-slingers, isn't great for getting mums and dads wasting their hard-earned at the club to subsidise the price of beer and jets-shaped hats and what not?


I have a feeling this weeks 'exciting' signing will be one of those attackers to get the plastics excited. No doubt we need to score more goals but our goals against was once again atrocious mainly due to a weak porous midfield.

[Hunter403]

Didn't Holland say that he preference on returning to the A League was Newcastle but he got an off that the Jets couldn't or wouldn't match?

[borat]

Haha you guys. It's a Xmas miracle that we seem to be signing one decent player in Petratos, let alone 2. But 3 or 4.....well keep on dreaming

Milligan didn't basically confirm it, 4 weeks ago he flat out said he wanted to stay in the gulf and had no intention of returning. And that was to a direct question about the media speculation around coming to the Jets. That's pretty emphatic to me. I don't think he is off contract but his club Baniyas was relegated. There are other clubs still looking for their Asian quota player, a
Al Wanda being one that was rumoured. So the chances he doesn't have any offers anywhere, then decides to return and chooses the Jets....it's just not going to happen.

Paartalu is a fraud and I would rather we played Kanta there than that wage thief. He has been living off his Brisbane reputation for years collecting massive pay cheques. People forget how dire he was for MC the last time he was in Australia.

Jimmy is probably the only maybe. His stocks would be low after the China debarcle. Would he take the peanuts we would be offering I am not so sure.

[Wilso8948]

Haha you guys. It's a Xmas miracle that we seem to be signing one decent player in Petratos, let alone 2. But 3 or 4.....well keep on dreaming

Milligan didn't basically confirm it, 4 weeks ago he flat out said he wanted to stay in the gulf and had no intention of returning. And that was to a direct question about the media speculation around coming to the Jets. That's pretty emphatic to me. I don't think he is off contract but his club Baniyas was relegated. There are other clubs still looking for their Asian quota player, a
Al Wanda being one that was rumoured. So the chances he doesn't have any offers anywhere, then decides to return and chooses the Jets....it's just not going to happen.

Paartalu is a fraud and I would rather we played Kanta there than that wage thief. He has been living off his Brisbane reputation for years collecting massive pay cheques. People forget how dire he was for MC the last time he was in Australia.

Jimmy is probably the only maybe. His stocks would be low after the China debarcle. Would he take the peanuts we would be offering I am not so sure.

Didn't say Milligan would come here. Even if he did return to Aus it would be with Victory. All I said was world game article stated he is off contract in July. No one will know where he heads until then. I believe realistically we will get Burns and Petratos. Make do with Brown and Uga in mids with thin coverage in Kanta. Have a backline of Geroge/Hoff/Jackson/Boogs with thin coverage in Cowburn/Vujica. With that squad I believe we could be mid table.

[pv4]

Milligan didn't basically confirm it, 4 weeks ago he flat out said he wanted to stay in the gulf and had no intention of returning. And that was to a direct question about the media speculation around coming to the Jets. That's pretty emphatic to me. I don't think he is off contract but his club Baniyas was relegated. There are other clubs still looking for their Asian quota player, a
Al Wanda being one that was rumoured. So the chances he doesn't have any offers anywhere, then decides to return and chooses the Jets....it's just not going to happen.

So what you're saying is he confirmed it, basically.

[borat]

All good to speculate just the chances are so remote. Milligan would be a dream if it ever came off.

What hasn't been mentioned yet about Lawrie's NBN interview is that he stated we may only sign 3 more players, not 4, and not use our 5th Visa signing.

That would mean Petratos, Chinese Player and new Marquee to round out the squad.

2 Chinese players are coming to trial in July for that position.

[pv4]

Maybe they're keeping that spot, and the $$, free for scenarios such as if Kokko gets a contract in Finland, what Robbie Kruse gets up to, etc. Leaving a bit of play room in case something pops up on the horizon.

[borat]

So what you're saying is he confirmed it, basically.

yawn......Nothing cryptic about what Millsy said.



"I am not really looking to come home. It's hard ... I know the A-League, I played there quite a bit and I know a lot of the players and coaches.

"Its probably not my first preference at the moment.

"I love Australia, and I love the football there and I'm sure at some stage, whether it is playing or in some other capacity, I will be involved there again.

"But this moment, I am looking to see what comes up abroad to make the move as easy as possible."

Referring to the Jets and Al Shabab links, an amused Milligan said: "The first I heard of it was when my mum and dad messaged me!"

[borat]

Maybe they're keeping that spot, and the $$, free for scenarios such as if Kokko gets a contract in Finland, what Robbie Kruse gets up to, etc. Leaving a bit of play room in case something pops up on the horizon.

I don't mind the idea of keeping a Visa spot free. Worked well for SFC last year when they suddenly needed a CB mid season.

[edit] I doubt they are saving any cash though. What I would gather is that we are spending more than we expected on these next 2 signatures. If Kokko leaves that's an extra Visa spot anyway

[Jeterpool]

I don't mind the idea of keeping a Visa spot free. Worked well for SFC last year when they suddenly needed a CB mid season.

An available Visa spot can open the room for a Guest Player.

[borat]

An available Visa spot can open the room for a Guest Player.

Nah guests are outside the Visa quota

[Jeterpool]

Nah guests are outside the Visa quota

Really! There you go. Learnt something today :thumbsup:

[pv4]

Really! There you go. Learnt something today :thumbsup:

Mind you, this is the Guest visa spot that Essien & Diamanti didn't qualify for. Convincing the FFA of the calibre of player a club wants to sign to this rule is a lot of work. And judging off the things I've seen Victory & SFC CEOs do, compared to ours, I don't hold much faith in ours tbh.

[Grimario]

Mind you, this is the Guest visa spot that Essien & Diamanti didn't qualify for. Convincing the FFA of the calibre of player a club wants to sign to this rule is a lot of work. And judging off the things I've seen Victory & SFC CEOs do, compared to ours, I don't hold much faith in ours tbh.

Essien qualified, didn't he? I thought he just turned down the offer last minute.

[borat]

Really! There you go. Learnt something today :thumbsup:

Guests are highly restrictive to get approved so it's not a reliable option. A spare Visa spot would allow us to recruit a foreign injury replacement for an Australian player if we ever needed it.

Say if Nabbout, Boogs or Ugarkovic were long term injured, finding equivalent Australian replacements is almost impossible mid season.

[Frodo]

All good to speculate just the chances are so remote. Milligan would be a dream if it ever came off.

What hasn't been mentioned yet about Lawrie's NBN interview is that he stated we may only sign 3 more players, not 4, and not use our 5th Visa signing.

That would mean Petratos, Chinese Player and new Marquee to round out the squad.

2 Chinese players are coming to trial in July for that position.

I will be very shocked if we sign a marquee this season. I think McKinna is just drubbing up media hype with that one.

So Petratos, Chinese Winger and maybe a new midfielder?

[borat]

Essien qualified, didn't he? I thought he just turned down the offer last minute.

There is guests and then there is Tim Cahill guests where the FFA pay part of the freight.

Essien had previously agreed, not sure guest or marquee, but backed out for a regular contract.

Victory wanted the FFA to pay for part of Diamanté's guest contract out of the fund but FFA knocked them back

[borat]

I will be very shocked if we sign a marquee this season. I think McKinna is just drubbing up media hype with that one.

So Petratos, Chinese Winger and maybe a new midfielder?
Watch the interview. He has become extremely bullish over night, like it's now a done deal, and said it would be announced this week

[borat]

My wild speculation is that they got the deal signed off from Martin Lee and met with Burns to tie up the deal during the trip to China.

Just before the trip McKinna was talking down the prospects of a marquee, then he returns and it's on

[MFKS]

Watch the interview. He has become extremely bullish over night, like it's now a done deal, and said it would be announced this week

I calling bs it announced this week

Socceroos play tonight

The code is going to be in the paper tomorrow regardless

Why hide the news in behind this

Wait until free air to maximise publicity

[borat]

I calling bs it announced this week

Socceroos play tonight

The code is going to be in the paper tomorrow regardless

Why hide the news in behind this

Wait until free air to maximise publicity

Watching it again, Lawrie says they were waiting on the FFA signing off on next seasons grant which will occur this week. That was a contingency on Martin Lee approving a marquee. So yes, didn't exactly say deal would be done by Friday but budget would be and deal could then go through.

My take was that we have had a marquee offer tabled and agreed to a player already, but nothing could and would be finalised until the money available was confirmed.

His body language and what he says has completely changed from this 2 way bet stuff to now posting on twitter yesterday that supporters should be impressed at these new signings, like it's now past tense. Take of it what you will

[Bon]

I calling bs it announced this week

Socceroos play tonight

The code is going to be in the paper tomorrow regardless

Why hide the news in behind this

Wait until free air to maximise publicity

Pretty optimistic about tonights game even being in the paper..
It will be all about some hand-egg player who might miss out on origin in a fortnight..

[The Camel]

All good to speculate just the chances are so remote. Milligan would be a dream if it ever came off.

What hasn't been mentioned yet about Lawrie's NBN interview is that he stated we may only sign 3 more players, not 4, and not use our 5th Visa signing.

That would mean Petratos, Chinese Player and new Marquee to round out the squad.

2 Chinese players are coming to trial in July for that position.

Not saying you're wrong but I took when he said about signing 3 more players, that meant after Dimi. Because he'd been previously mentioned in the conversation and was spoken about as if it was basically done. If that was the case youd have Dimi, potential marquee, Chinese player plus 1 other Aussie maybe a Holland or Spira fingers crossed

[Frodo]

Watching it again, Lawrie says they were waiting on the FFA signing off on next seasons grant which will occur this week. That was a contingency on Martin Lee approving a marquee. So yes, didn't exactly say deal would be done by Friday but budget would be and deal could then go through.

My take was that we have had a marquee offer tabled and agreed to a player already, but nothing could and would be finalised until the money available was confirmed.

His body language and what he says has completely changed from this 2 way bet stuff to now posting on twitter yesterday that supporters should be impressed at these new signings, like it's now past tense. Take of it what you will

I didn't watch the TV interview so you probably know more than me on this... however what i read in the paper made it sound like he was building up the notion of spending outside the cap on a marquee but actually just moving half of Kanta's wages and 25% of Cowburns using loyalty allowances. Happy to be wrong on this tho, just tempering myself with this muppet in charge still.



Would love to see us sign Burns tho. Dimi is better than Hoole so that's a good move I guess as well. Chinese Ronaldo could be anyone or any position or any quality, no idea. Which means we should sign probably 1 more midfielder no matter what. Doesn't even have to be a visa player, just 1 more mid better than Kanta would be a start.

Also, just realised we released Mullen so we are very light at CB now as well. Jeez. I kind of hope the Chinese Ronaldo is actually a Chinese Chiellini...

[borat]

I didn't watch the TV interview so you probably know more than me on this... however what i read in the paper made it sound like he was building up the notion of spending outside the cap on a marquee but actually just moving half of Kanta's wages and 25% of Cowburns using loyalty allowances. Happy to be wrong on this tho, just tempering myself with this muppet in charge still.

Agree, I thought so too and I have been the biggest pessimist about signing players. I was pretty certain we wouldn't sign anyone.

But it's seemingly all changed. Maybe the grant is a higher than what we were expecting or Burns has jumped at our low ball offer.




Would love to see us sign Burns tho. Dimi is better than Hoole so that's a good move I guess as well. Chinese Ronaldo could be anyone or any position or any quality, no idea. Which means we should sign probably 1 more midfielder no matter what. Doesn't even have to be a visa player, just 1 more mid better than Kanta would be a start.

Also, just realised we released Mullen so we are very light at CB now as well. Jeez. I kind of hope the Chinese Ronaldo is actually a Chinese Chiellini...

He was pretty clear on the numbers. It' was 4 with a Visa but now looking like 3 without.

[borat]

Not saying you're wrong but I took when he said about signing 3 more players, that meant after Dimi. Because he'd been previously mentioned in the conversation and was spoken about as if it was basically done. If that was the case youd have Dimi, potential marquee, Chinese player plus 1 other Aussie maybe a Holland or Spira fingers crossed

Ha you could be right. I have watched it several times now and you can take what he says different ways.

[edit]The only reason I doubt that is brfore Petratos came available again, the numbers were clear that we would sign 4 more players. So to me, he is included in the 3 or 4. But we should know soon enough

[MFKS]

Slow down and stop for a second

It never ceases to amaze me the BS this club feeds the fans and we buy it hook line and sinker

Marquees??

Burns
Holland
Milligan
??

FFS

We really should be happy in Petratos Our Caravan and Georgevski we have signed A League level players


Where the shit **** Sam Gallagher, Devante Clut like signings this year??

[borat]

I call McKinna's BS more than anyone......including the signing of rubbish Toronto based coaches.. ...but this seems legit and not just a pipe dream.

Will know by next week

[Wilso8948]

Chinese Ronaldo could be anyone or any position or any quality, no idea. Which means we should sign probably 1 more midfielder no matter what. Doesn't even have to be a visa player, just 1 more mid better than Kanta would be a start.

Also, just realised we released Mullen so we are very light at CB now as well. Jeez. I kind of hope the Chinese Ronaldo is actually a Chinese Chiellini...

I thought so too but forgot about Jonny K. Suppose between him and to a leaser extent Kanta we have "ok" coverage at DM and CB. Still light on when compared to bigger clubs though.

[Wilso8948]

I call McKinna's BS more than anyone......including the signing of rubbish Toronto based coaches.. ...but this seems legit and not just a pipe dream.

Will know by next week

Its pronounced Tronno. And that's twice in two days you've mentioned it. Obvs from Belmont and just jealous.

[borat]

Its pronounced Tronno. And that's twice in two days you've mentioned it. Obvs from Belmont and just jealous.

Hahaha touché

[MFKS]

Its pronounced Tronno. And that's twice in two days you've mentioned it. Obvs from Belmont and just jealous.

Belmont??

He obviously not from Newy at all if he not know it Tronno

Burn him at the stake

[borat]

Belmont??

He obviously not from Newy at all if he not know it Tronno

Burn him at the stake

Now now.....no need to get nasty. I am firmly from the right side of the channel I will have you know

[StannyCFCJET]

Mind you, this is the Guest visa spot that Essien & Diamanti didn't qualify for. Convincing the FFA of the calibre of player a club wants to sign to this rule is a lot of work. And judging off the things I've seen Victory & SFC CEOs do, compared to ours, I don't hold much faith in ours tbh.

Yep Essien is bigger then Cahil but just not in Australia so thats most likely what FFA looked at or it was simply just a loophole for Cahil

[Tommyjet]

Totti anyone?

[StannyCFCJET]

Totti anyone?

If he never ever brings up 2006 sure

[Jeterpool]

Looking forward to this expected player announcement today!!

[Wilso8948]

Looking forward to this expected player announcement today!!

Anything being said? or you just basing that off Mckinna's NBN interview?

[Jeterpool]

Anything being said? or you just basing that off Mckinna's NBN interview?

I have based it off the words our CEO said in his media interview.

[Tommyjet]

Just trying to create fanciful discussion with this next theory but what if its robbie kruse and we had to wait till today due to allowing him to concentrate on last nights qualifier. ��

[MFKS]

Just trying to create fanciful discussion with this next theory but what if its robbie kruse and we had to wait till today due to allowing him to concentrate on last nights qualifier. ��

You watch how inept he was last night??

Nailed on that we will sign someone that shit as Marquee

[Tommyjet]

You watch how inept he was last night??

Nailed on that we will sign someone that shit as Marquee

You watching the same game? No wonder no one takes your review of players seriously

[Roundball Enthusiast]

You watching the same game? No wonder no one takes your review of players seriously

The way in which he eased passed two Suadi players (with a nutmeg) and then whipped in that killer ball across the face..

Garbage.

[MFKS]

The way in which he eased passed two Suadi players (with a nutmeg) and then whipped in that killer ball across the face..

Garbage.

To no one


What about the way he had the ball 35 yards from their goal and turned and expertly picked out a Saudi player to launch a counter attack??

No one really on him.
What he colour blind??

[borat]

Looking forward to this expected player announcement today!!

I take it that formal offers made by today, with announcements likely next week

[borat]

To no one


What about the way he had the ball 35 yards from their goal and turned and expertly picked out a Saudi player to launch a counter attack??

No one really on him.
What he colour blind??
Would still do some serious damage in this league.

[halo se7en]

I don't mind what Kruse offers when he plays but guaranteed he'd miss part of our season with injury. The guy was on the floor within seconds of coming on last night.

[Jeterpool]

I take it that formal offers made by today, with announcements likely next week

I took Lawrie's interview to say we were announcing a player today. He said the end of the week, which could also mean tomorrow but would they make Benny work his weekend during the off-season?

[MFKS]

Would still do some serious damage in this league.

Gypos should sign him

Kruse and Raheem

Shit **** headless chooks with no end product

[borat]

I took Lawrie's interview to say we were announcing a player today. He said the end of the week, which could also mean tomorrow but would they make Benny work his weekend during the off-season?
I thought end of the week was that we, the Jets, would know what the FFA grant was by the end of the week and could then make the offers formal

[Tommyjet]

I took Lawrie's interview to say we were announcing a player today. He said the end of the week, which could also mean tomorrow but would they make Benny work his weekend during the off-season?

I took it as today or tomorrow. If it is today usually ray gatt has spilled the beans by now.

[leftrightout]

You watch how inept he was last night??

Nailed on that we will sign someone that shit as Marquee

Who would you want to sign then?
Seriously our club would be lucky to have a current international in the team but you have to tell us all how shit he is.
Since you are so wise, I want to see who you would sign with our budget? Go!

[borat]

Who would you want to sign then?
Seriously our club would be lucky to have a current international in the team but you have to tell us all how shit he is.
Since you are so wise, I want to see who you would sign with our budget? Go!

Kruse was at Leverkusen less than 6 months ago and took a multi million dollar salary to go China.

He is a top class player and we could never afford him. This is like bagging the worst player in your EPL team. Would still crush it in the HAL

[PC14]

Zlatan is a free agent MFKS. Is he good enough?

[ForeverRed]

I thought end of the week was that we, the Jets, would know what the FFA grant was by the end of the week and could then make the offers formal
Laurie flew to Bali on Wednesday so I doubt we will hear much until next week

[MFKS]

Zlatan is a free agent MFKS. Is he good enough?

**** yeah

Ibra is too good for here

[Jetmaster]

Who would you want to sign then?
Seriously our club would be lucky to have a current international in the team but you have to tell us all how shit he is.
Since you are so wise, I want to see who you would sign with our budget? Go!

Wasting your breath son - I have previously asked the Membah to outline a squad, with salaries, and show us the good times.

We could sign the Thai national team and he still wouldn't be happy.

[halo se7en]

Petratos & Milligan signed. Source: some guy standing near me at the Magic v Valo game. Looks like he knows what he's talking about.

[borat]

Petratos & Milligan signed. Source: some guy standing near me at the Magic v Valo game. Looks like he knows what he's talking about.
Sounds legit, let's break out the champagne

[halo se7en]

Sounds legit, let's break out the champagne

He sounded very matter of fact, and that Dimi had signed on for 3yrs. Guess we'll know soon enough ;)

[borat]

Dimi signed for 3years last time. Predicting he would do so again is no great feat

[pv4]

It would be an extremely pleasant surprise if Mark Milligan signed for us, after basically confirming he wasn't keen on a return to Australia yet

[turbojetfireV8]

presume this was one of Kanta's rellos at a Magic game? :popcorn:

[Jeterpool]

It would be an extremely pleasant surprise if Mark Milligan signed for us, after basically confirming he wasn't keen on a return to Australia yet

It would be out of character for the Jets

[Mark325]

http://www.theherald.com.au/story/4724038/finn-on-board-for-new-season/?cs=306

Dimi is doing a medical, we have kokko for next season

[sorefootballer]

An announcement by the end of last week. Why do they even bother mentioning anything to us? Why not say "we are talking to people and when we have a signature we will tell you" instead of giving us this ****ing dribble about signing news that never eventuates. Pisses me off. We all knew dimi was pretty much coming back to us that isn't new news.

[Tommyjet]

An announcement by the end of last week. Why do they even bother mentioning anything to us? Why not say "we are talking to people and when we have a signature we will tell you" instead of giving us this ****ing dribble about signing news that never eventuates. Pisses me off. We all knew dimi was pretty much coming back to us that isn't new news.

The more things change, the more they stay the same

[Stanley]

The more things change, the more they stay the same

I believe the NBN title before the story read "Get Excited"

[Bon]

So the Jets just emailed and confirmed Dimi is coming to us now.. Signed on till 2019..

[Grimario]

http://www.newcastlejets.com.au/article/dimi-deal-petratos-pens-two-season-jets-contract/1oz8e4s4lh4k71w83bkgugbkw7

[The Postman]

If Jets had to play tomorrow:

GK - Duncan
RB - Hoffman
CB - Boogs
CB - Jackson
LB - Georgievski
RM - D. Petratos
CM - Ugar
CM - Brown
LM - Nabbout
ST - Roy
ST - Kokko

And the bench
Moss - GK
Cowburn - DEF
Vujica - DEF
Alessi - DEF
Johnny K - MID
Kanta - MID
Club - MID
Shabow - MID
K. Petratos - FWD

We definitely need to improve the spine, 3 spots left, and if one is a Marquee there should be plenty left under the cap for 2 starting caliber players.

[hawk]

oh fk, is kokko pop monkey staying? damn, was hoping for semis but scratch that

[The Dunster]

Yaya Sanogo doesn't currently have a club. He wasn't up to it for a top tier EPL team but he'd probably kill any A-League defence.
He's also had tibia and back problems as well in the past so that's at least got to stir some interest within Jets management

[StannyCFCJET]

If Jets had to play tomorrow:

GK - Duncan
RB - Hoffman
CB - Boogs
CB - Jackson
LB - Georgievski
RM - D. Petratos
CM - Ugar
CM - Brown
LM - Nabbout
ST - Roy
ST - Kokko

And the bench
Moss - GK
Cowburn - DEF
Vujica - DEF
Alessi - DEF
Johnny K - MID
Kanta - MID
Club - MID
Shabow - MID
K. Petratos - FWD

We definitely need to improve the spine, 3 spots left, and if one is a Marquee there should be plenty left under the cap for 2 starting caliber players.

CB/CM/AM That's what we need

[Bremsstrahlung]

Yaya Sanogo doesn't currently have a club. He wasn't up to it for a top tier EPL team but he'd probably kill any A-League defence.
He's also had tibia and back problems as well in the past so that's at least got to stir some interest within Jets management

'S a no go for me.

[belchardo]

'S a no go for me.

ya, ya, i see what you did there...

[MFKS]

CB/CM/AM That's what we need

We need at least 12 players and you thinking we need 3

[Jetmaster]

We need at least 12 players and you thinking we need 3

We only have three spots left so we need three players....don't complicate things.

[leftrightout]

An announcement by the end of last week. Why do they even bother mentioning anything to us? Why not say "we are talking to people and when we have a signature we will tell you" instead of giving us this ****ing dribble about signing news that never eventuates. Pisses me off. We all knew dimi was pretty much coming back to us that isn't new news.

Purely speculation but if it is Milligan like some seem to have predicted (I'll only believe it when I see it), it has been mentioned on the Socceroos broadcast tonight that his grandfather past away this week. Could be a reason for a delay if that's the case.
Also could quite possibly be the longest bow I have ever drawn.

[plague]

We only have three spots left so we need three players....don't complicate things.

Member wants to sign 3 players then sack them then sign another 3 then sack them etc etc etc

[borat]

Purely speculation but if it is Milligan like some seem to have predicted (I'll only believe it when I see it), it has been mentioned on the Socceroos broadcast tonight that his grandfather past away this week. Could be a reason for a delay if that's the case.
Also could quite possibly be the longest bow I have ever drawn.

Milligan repeated in the press over the weekend that he wants to stay overseas but if he did come back that MV is an option....

[plague]

Milligan repeated in the press over the weekend that he wants to stay overseas but if he did come back that MV is an option....

Back in the day Milligan also said he was choosing between Arsenal and some German team but signed with the Jets anyway.

Humans lie.

[borat]

Back in the day Milligan also said he was choosing between Arsenal and some German team but signed with the Jets anyway.

Humans lie.
Ha yes I remember that. Was it Palace that wanted to sign him and Victory knocked it back so he could go to Baniyas😂

[borat]

I just doubt he would sign for any other HAL club than Victory after those comments

[Jetmaster]

Milligan is like several before him - coin first, international career second, giving back to Oz football last.

[Bon]

Topor-Stanley is coming back...

[lquiquer]

Topor-Stanley is coming back...

Haha....who saw that one coming??.....

[plague]

Topor-Stanley is coming back...

Yeah I read that somewhere

[halo se7en]

Topor back for 2 years.

[MFKS]

Topor back for 2 years.

Newy Jets recycling HAL nobodies and never wases

[Bon]

Newy Jets recycling HAL nobodies and never wases

Hahaha.. I was waiting for it..

[Grimario]

http://www.newcastlejets.com.au/article/news-topor-stanley-commits-to-second-stint-in-jets-colours/1xdtnm4sewm8m1eblsmlnuo3mp


The blistering pace in our backline is going to put the fear into opposing teams.

[borat]

The Pasha Bulker anniversary just past and now we have him in the backline......fmd.....this is not going to end well

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Wtaf.

5 5 5 5

[Roundball Enthusiast]

On the plus side.

Carneys Crew.
Hooles Hooligans.

Or what ever they're called.

Can now rename to.


Toppers Trannies, or Toppers Troopers... Take your pick.

[borat]

Is anyone seriously happy with this signing?

I mean Boogs is a liability with his pace, so we sign a guy who is even slower, and that was before he left.

This better not be the big signing Lawrie was hoping we would be impressed by. Need a Nathan Burns like signing now or it will be 8th or 9th next season.

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Is anyone seriously happy with this signing?

I mean Boogs is a liability with his pace, so we sign a guy who is even slower, and that was before he left.

This better not be the big signing Lawrie was hoping we would be impressed by. Need a Nathan Burns like signing now or it will be 8th or 9th next season.

Which other Australian CB would you sign instead? Who will take low coin? And join a team who haven't made the finals in 8 years?

[Tommyjet]

Is anyone seriously happy with this signing?

I mean Boogs is a liability with his pace, so we sign a guy who is even slower, and that was before he left.

This better not be the big signing Lawrie was hoping we would be impressed by. Need a Nathan Burns like signing now or it will be 8th or 9th next season.

Slower? Are you kidding? One of the fastest cbs across the ground going around

[Jeterpool]

Which other Australian CB would you sign instead? Who will take low coin? And join a team who haven't made the finals in 8 years?

Daniel Mullen....oh wait :rof:

[Mark325]

i would take topor over boogs but we can't afford to have both

[MFKS]

Which other Australian CB would you sign instead? Who will take low coin? And join a team who haven't made the finals in 8 years?

My main issue is it for 2 years on a bloke who getting on in age and hasn't played in the league recently

Georgevski Our Caravan Petratos all played and we're solid players for their teams last season

This bloke been hiding out in the middle east and has been signed on rep from a few years ago

Considering we have another old slow CB in Boogaard it seem insane to sign another

Being Topor is predominantly one footed too I actually wonder what the future holds for Lachlan Jackson as you can't play too left footed un co ****s at CD and neither are good enough to go to LB

It a bizarre signing unless someone is going to be moved on

[Hunter403]

Best option available you would suspect

[Frodo]

Is anyone seriously happy with this signing?

I mean Boogs is a liability with his pace, so we sign a guy who is even slower, and that was before he left.

This better not be the big signing Lawrie was hoping we would be impressed by. Need a Nathan Burns like signing now or it will be 8th or 9th next season.

The most insulting part of this signing is that he actually a minor upgrade on who we have... That just shows you how bad Boogs really is nowadays.


I'm very worried about how much coin he is on. We already have an 'old head' style defender who is getting overpaid to teach the younger guys how they think defending should be done. We probably needed another defender, but surely something different to what we already have on the books.


It must be basically fact now that McKinna has zero contacts anywhere and is only signing players/coaches that walk into his office and ask for a job? Honestly, give me Middleby back, they are both useless but at he was less of a Gypo than McKinna.

[borat]

Which other Australian CB would you sign instead? Who will take low coin? And join a team who haven't made the finals in 8 years?

Nick Ansell any day of the week and twice on Sunday. That's who. And LMAO that you think their is the remotest chance NTS came here on low coin. The guy has been on petro dollars and could easily take a pay cheque in Asia.

Just let that sink in. We just blew the extra cash Lee fronted on NTS. You cannot pair two of the slowest CB's in the HAL and not expect carnage

[MonkeyKplunk]

I'm not sure how I feel about that signing.
Surely you can't play Topor and Boogs as CB's. At least Jackson brings some kind of speed, if only because he's a 100 years younger.

[MFKS]

Is anyone seriously happy with this signing?

I mean Boogs is a liability with his pace, so we sign a guy who is even slower, and that was before he left.

This better not be the big signing Lawrie was hoping we would be impressed by. Need a Nathan Burns like signing now or it will be 8th or 9th next season.
Your expectations are ridiculously high

Let's just settle for 10th and work on achieving that

[Frodo]

It a bizarre signing unless someone is going to be moved on



If Boogard is being moved on than this is the best signing of the year. Otherwise it's not great business.

I understand there might be a dearth of Aus CBs available but i'd almost be happier to poach some 19 yr old kid and throw them into the deep end for a year. Or bring Johnny K back from CDM to the back-line and get him in the gym.

Oh Well, he might get us some goals from corners at least. Or am I imagining his ability to score goals?

[plague]

But we're getting Fat Topor back right?
Not that skinny fit one that played for WSW. I want the fat one.

And I want him at right back in a back 3 with Boogs and some other dude.

Do that and I'll def come to a few games for the lulz.

[plague]

Wait so Johnny K gonna be a ****ing bench player for us?

Oh Lordy me.

[borat]

Slower? Are you kidding? One of the fastest cbs across the ground going around

Bahahahahaha that's some funny shit. I think you need to watch an NTS game. Start with the Jets 4-5 years ago. The guy couldn't turn and chase then let alone today.

[borat]

If Boogard is being moved on than this is the best signing of the year. Otherwise it's not great business.

I understand there might be a dearth of Aus CBs available but i'd almost be happier to poach some 19 yr old kid and throw them into the deep end for a year. Or bring Johnny K back from CDM to the back-line and get him in the gym.

Oh Well, he might get us some goals from corners at least. Or am I imagining his ability to score goals?

All we needed was another CB to compete with Jackson and Koutroumbis. That would give us depth and competition to bring out the best in them. Even an experienced NPL level would have sufficed. Not Iain Fyfe but younger.

That way we can use the $$$$ on a DM or RW/AM

[The Camel]

Which other Australian CB would you sign instead? Who will take low coin? And join a team who haven't made the finals in 8 years?

Well Spiranovic is currently playing park football in China

[Grimario]

Bahahahahaha that's some funny shit. I think you need to watch an NTS game. Start with the Jets 4-5 years ago. The guy couldn't turn and chase then let alone today.

No one said turn and chase... but from standing start he has (had?) surprisingly quick movement over the first short burst. Wouldn't want him chasing back after getting beat on the counter from halfway though.

[Jeterpool]

Oh Well, he might get us some goals from corners at least. Or am I imagining his ability to score goals?

He scored us 4 A-League goals in 81 appearances. Most goals for the club by a CB

[borat]

No one said turn and chase... but from standing start he has (had?) surprisingly quick movement over the first short burst. Wouldn't want him chasing back after getting beat on the counter from halfway though.

Oh my bad.....I didn't realise we were judging players on the running track rather than what he can do on the field.

When I say slow I mean, closing down a player, accelerating to a ball, being agile, turning and chasing a through ball.....you know all useful stuff

[Roundball Enthusiast]

The most insulting part of this signing is that he actually a minor upgrade on who we have... That just shows you how bad Boogs really is nowadays.


I'm very worried about how much coin he is on. We already have an 'old head' style defender who is getting overpaid to teach the younger guys how they think defending should be done. We probably needed another defender, but surely something different to what we already have on the books.


It must be basically fact now that McKinna has zero contacts anywhere and is only signing players/coaches that walk into his office and ask for a job? Honestly, give me Middleby back, they are both useless but at he was less of a Gypo than McKinna.

Again. Show me AUSTRALIAN CB's we should be signing instead.

We have no Visa spots available as they're already ear marked for other positions.

Everyone would go nuts if we signed a foreign CB on good coin instead of a marquee striker.

[Roundball Enthusiast]

If Boogard is being moved on than this is the best signing of the year. Otherwise it's not great business.

I understand there might be a dearth of Aus CBs available but i'd almost be happier to poach some 19 yr old kid and throw them into the deep end for a year. Or bring Johnny K back from CDM to the back-line and get him in the gym.

Oh Well, he might get us some goals from corners at least. Or am I imagining his ability to score goals?

I'm down with this.

Keep either Boog or NTS. Not both.

Get a young guy like Lachie Jacko in and train him up. He might **** up a few times, but he'll learn.

He's tall, fast and can only improve. Maybe we could make a future Socceroo.. For once.

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Well Spiranovic is currently playing park football in China

Could only imagine Members disgust at signing this guy.

[borat]

Again. Show me AUSTRALIAN CB's we should be signing instead.

We have no Visa spots available as they're already ear marked for other positions.

Everyone would go nuts if we signed a foreign CB on good coin instead of a marquee striker.
You are deluded if you think NTS isn't now one of our top paid players

[borat]

Just picturing the long balls NTS and Boogs are going to be spraying to Nabbout and O'Donnovan every week.

[Jetmaster]

I love how guys "know" what players are being paid.

[borat]

I love how guys "know" what players are being paid.
I love it how people who pay little to no attention when details are reported then cast derision on anyone that does.

I never said I knew exactly what he earned, I said he was now in our top paid players.

If you pay attention to when players incomes are reported in the press and the subsequent moves they make to obscenely high paying leagues, it is fairly reasonable to estimate he is a top earner.

[The Camel]

Again. Show me AUSTRALIAN CB's we should be signing instead.

We have no Visa spots available as they're already ear marked for other positions.

Everyone would go nuts if we signed a foreign CB on good coin instead of a marquee striker.

Nick Ansell, Matt Spiranovic, Try Curtis Good on Loan for a year. There's 3 straight off the top of my head

[borat]

Nick Ansell, Matt Spiranovic, Try Curtis Good on Loan for a year. There's 3 straight off the top of my head

Nah.....there is no one out there🙄

[plague]

Just picturing the long balls NTS and Boogs are going to be spraying to Nabbout and O'Donnovan every week.

This x 50 billion.

Going to be some beautiful football this year at Matathon Stadium.

Get yer tickets early.

[Guerny]

This is all about competition for starting spots, we've now got two guys competing for the "cant catch anyone" slow CB position, and two guys competing for the inexperienced bean pole CB position. It's actual a coaching master stroke by Bernie!

[Roundball Enthusiast]

Nick Ansell, Matt Spiranovic, Try Curtis Good on Loan for a year. There's 3 straight off the top of my head

Sure, good options.

Especially Ansell.

However, no current Socceroo would come here.
Ansell is probably looking for an Asia/Euro deal after finishing up with Victory.

It's one thing to say they're available as options, but REALISTIC options, they are not.

They wouldn't take the same coin as NTS, and we can't offer more, in our current situation.

If Boogs was gone, it'd be another story, and we could throw more at them.

[borat]

This x 50 billion.

Going to be some beautiful football this year at Matathon Stadium.

Get yer tickets early.

Seriously, with the players we have recruited, it's very likely to be the tactics we employ.

[MFKS]

No one said turn and chase... but from standing start he has (had?) surprisingly quick movement over the first short burst. Wouldn't want him chasing back after getting beat on the counter from halfway though.

I think you got this bloke confused as your back to front

He actually had decent top speed

Once he got going he was quick enough

What let him down is his initial acceleration


Over 5-15 metres he just too slow to get through the gears

[halo se7en]

It's not like NTS ever contributed to a consistently successful A-league club, or had a hand in winning an ACL title. I see him as a solid upgrade over Mullen which isn't a bad thing. For those speculating over $$, we don't know what he's been offered, or whether he was just desperate to come home. How much was he on at his former club?

[Jeterpool]

How much was he on at his former club?

Petrol dollars was mentioned above, so about $1.30 a litre.

[Bon]

Some people around here will never be happy..

[Jeterpool]

1.
2.
3. Jason Hoffman - 17/18
4. Nigel Boogaard - 17/18
5. Ben Kantarovski - 17/18
6. Steven Ugarkovic - 18/19
7.
8.
9. Aleksandr Kokko - 17/18
10. Wayne Brown - 18/19
11.
12.
13. Ivan Vujica - 17/18
14.
15. Andrew Nabbout - 17/18
16. Nick Cowburn - 17/18
17.
18.
19.
20. Jack Duncan - 17/18
21. Daniel Alessi - 17/18
22. Lachlan Jackson - 18/19
23. Devante Clut - 17/18
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.John Koutroumbis - 18/19
50.

Daniel Georgievski - 18/19
Mario Shabow - 18/19
Kosta Petratos - 17/18
Roy O'Donovan - 18/19
Dimitri Petratos - 18/19
Glen Moss - 17/18
Nikolai Topor-Stanley - 18/19