[Osborne again]

 dim view, on 07 May 2024 - 05:07 PM, said:

I genuinely believe that in the theoretical situation that Cook was appointed manager of any L2 club next season, he'd take Grimes with him. Ergo, he'll be the first name on our team sheet again next season. Simply put, Cook thinks Grimes is a very, very, good player.

To be honest, I think Grimes was one of the best centre backs in the National League and I'm pretty sure he'll be up there now we're in the EFL, I'll just write that again, now we're in the EFL 😁.

[Exharboroughspireite]

 Osborne again, on 07 May 2024 - 06:05 PM, said:

To be honest, I think Grimes was one of the best centre backs in the National League and I'm pretty sure he'll be up there now we're in the EFL, I'll just write that again, now we're in the EFL 😁.

I agree. I think he is more than capable. He needs a centre half with pace alongside him, at least one full back covering and a bit of cover in centre mid. A lot of our problems came from us being a bit too gung ho.

[CFC91]

 Exharboroughspireite, on 07 May 2024 - 02:04 PM, said:

anyone else hearing that madden is a done deal?

I posted as much on the previous page maybe too subtle

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[tomjoad]

 dim view, on 07 May 2024 - 05:07 PM, said:

I genuinely believe that in the theoretical situation that Cook was appointed manager of any L2 club next season, he'd take Grimes with him. Ergo, he'll be the first name on our team sheet again next season. Simply put, Cook thinks Grimes is a very, very, good player.

 dim view, on 07 May 2024 - 05:07 PM, said:

I genuinely believe that in the theoretical situation that Cook was appointed manager of any L2 club next season, he'd take Grimes with him. Ergo, he'll be the first name on our team sheet again next season. Simply put, Cook thinks Grimes is a very, very, good player.

Barely missed a match, called up for England C, in team of the season,and still gets doubted?

[Fit as a Nelson]

I think we might be slowest club in the country at getting the retained list out, the players surely must know by now. Was the same last year we took forever. I’m sure things will be moving quickly in the background so it makes no real difference but what are we waiting for?

[Trigger]

 metallilad, on 07 May 2024 - 05:19 PM, said:

Laporte anyone??

Aymeric? 😂

[60s 70s Spireite]

CFC91, on 07 May 2024 - 06:25 PM, said:

I posted as much on the previous page maybe too subtle

I have you down as one of the more reliable gossip mongers- so he’s down as ‘likely’!

[Fit as a Nelson]

60s 70s Spireite, on 07 May 2024 - 06:45 PM, said:

I have you down as one of the more reliable gossip mongers- so he’s down as ‘likely’!

Almost certain, I’d say

[spireitetoo]

Tbh all the rumours that are being put on here seem to be of, how can I put it, old pharts, more experienced players is maybe a better analogy, but still players that are approaching football retirement age, hardly what I'd call building a team for the future is it, ...

Now I know PC has said that he wants to get the team back to where it belongs, and I do believe he means L1, but is that his current goal, build a team to get us back there as soon as possible and then tool up (so to speak) and start to look for a bigger club to move onto??

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[Shropshire Spireite]

 spireitetoo, on 07 May 2024 - 07:09 PM, said:

Tbh all the rumours that are being put on here seem to be of, how can I put it, old pharts, more experienced players is maybe a better analogy, but still players that are approaching football retirement age, hardly what I'd call building a team for the future is it, ...

Now I know PC has said that he wants to get the team back to where it belongs, and I do believe he means L1, but is that his current goal, build a team to get us back there as soon as possible and then tool up (so to speak) and start to look for a bigger club to move onto??

So, history to repeat itself? (Albeit with different circumstances)

[60s 70s Spireite]

 Fit as a Nelson, on 07 May 2024 - 06:43 PM, said:

I think we might be slowest club in the country at getting the retained list out, the players surely must know by now. Was the same last year we took forever. I’m sure things will be moving quickly in the background so it makes no real difference but what are we waiting for?

We’re one of 11 clubs in the NL not to have published their retained list as of this moment.

[CFC91]

 60s 70s Spireite, on 07 May 2024 - 06:45 PM, said:

I have you down as one of the more reliable gossip mongers- so he’s down as ‘likely’!

If my info is correct him and Brown from Derby both hopefully bolstering our attack.

Ex Pompey (this season) CB also in the mix but has other offers too

[HaslandBlue58]

 dim view, on 07 May 2024 - 03:59 PM, said:

Wasn't he the first one in the ref's face when King got sent off? 'Orrible little sod. The forrad version of Osborne. He'd have to grow on me if we sign him.

Just how I feel about him👍

[Fit as a Nelson]

60s 70s Spireite, on 07 May 2024 - 07:22 PM, said:

We’re one of 11 clubs in the NL not to have published their retained list as of this moment.

Fair enough 😂 just feels like forever there’s nothing to talk about at the minute.

HaslandBlue58, on 07 May 2024 - 07:27 PM, said:

Just how I feel about him👍

Seems a bit childish

[60s 70s Spireite]

Fit as a Nelson, on 07 May 2024 - 07:38 PM, said:

Fair enough 😂 just feels like forever there’s nothing to talk about at the minute.

Must say, if I was manager it’s a conversation I’d keep putting off. Not one to look forward to.
All part of the job though of course.

[BreadNoButter]

From what Hortons lass has put on Twitter, looks like he’s staying… or another league 2 club

[60s 70s Spireite]

BreadNoButter, on 07 May 2024 - 07:45 PM, said:

From what Hortons lass has put on Twitter, looks like he’s staying… or another league 2 club

Not sure why a tease is required.
For others, basically she’s posted well done, so proud, look forward to seeing you in L2 next season.
Which, as his contract doesn’t expire until June 25, is no surprise.