I can't believe how cold it is on player signing rumours. Usually jimmy Gardiner has some idea and a few posters on here sometimes have the inside word. I used to hear a bit from a couple of sources up until the start of last season but certainly nothing now.
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.
1/2 a foreigner is better than none at all.
Would only cost 1/2 as much too.
If the foti68 well is dry too...start to worry!Originally Posted by Tommyjet
foti? Any news?
Peter Dinklage?
Hit up young Bob Dillon on Twitter. He knows what happens in this town.
Only cos he reads it on here first....
Jetmaster, your reputation is as bad as mine. What happened?
He's busy arguing with morons about the knoughts.
I suppose the longer it takes you'd hope the better due diligence is being done.
Only knows about the wife beaters barely nothin in Aleague
(TJ too quick)
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...
Finally a signing!
20 year old Lachlan Jackson from the Roar.
Left sided CB, 1 year deal.
Cheers
He's a pretty good talent, had a couple of games last season I remember the commentators fapping vigorously over him.
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.
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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.
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.
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
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?
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