Leeds Banter Archive August 14 2016

14 Aug 2016 13:50:03
3 games in and 4 friendlies . The weaknesses in the squad are very apparent . There is still a severe lack of investment to improve the squad in line with MC's top six requirements/ gamble . When you start off you have to build from the back . Everybody can see what's needed.

15 Aug 2016 07:43:22
It's called a spine

We are good from the sides but lack solidity in the middle. Hardly surprising when we don't yet have Bridcutt and we do have Bamba and Wood.

Bridcutt and 2 good replacements for the aforementioned inept individuals we have a chance.

15 Aug 2016 08:53:39
Agree with that.

15 Aug 2016 09:55:58
Centre mid is where we need experience, where games are mainly won and lost, hopefully in the form of a birdcage.
If we don't sign another CB or striker, I'd try 2 from Coops, Bartley or Ayling at CB. Roofe playing the free role just behind Ant.

14 Aug 2016 12:24:14
Just my thoughts? Replace Bamba with cooper give Berkeley Capt. Roll bring either turnbal in as 1 or bring silvestry back then get bridcutt in mid because we ain't going nowhere with the others Bamba needs to go wood needs to go out on loan to get confidence or sell him and get in a McCormack type striker why we let Aunty go beyond me!

14 Aug 2016 13:09:48
Getting rid of Matt Smith might prove to be an error of judgement. Starting on Tuesday.

14 Aug 2016 18:45:56
Matt Smith is the same type of player as Chris Woods, he should have stayed at Leeds, his development was coming on a treat, he also would have scored more goals for us, it appears someone dropped a clanger. Maybe McCormack wanted a mate, never understand why 3million Woods Smith on a free, we could of used the money elsewhere.

14 Aug 2016 20:39:06
Green and Wood should not be in any team looking towards top half of the table. Silvestri was a much better keeper despite the howlers, and should not be looking for a new team. As for Wood, he has been given so many chances and opportunities both in the team and in the area that it just defies belief why he is still in the starting line up, let alone in the team?

Monk seems to be streamlining the team, unfortunately he has already pushed his best goalkeeper out of the reckoning, but based on what? He hasn't even given him a chance?

I have a feeling Monk will be gone by xmas, unfortunately, he seems to have been given the opportunity to bring players in, but seems to be displacing the wrong ones with them?

Much as I like Bamba, he ain't no Lucas Radebe and never will be.

Please don't tell me it's early days, points at the beginning of the season are just as important as at the end. (if not more so! )

Leedsforalongtime.

{Ed013's Note - Bold statement that mate about Silvestri being a much better keeper. I suppose we will never know when you have calamity defenders like Bamba being a liability in each game and giving the keeper no chance. Monk and CO need time and unfortunately with the current running of the club I would guess at him going well before then if the fans and media keep up the pressure on him and the team. I really think with the right backing, Monk can bring success, so if Mr Cellino has ambitions, back him with a solid defender and tough tacking midfielder, then lets see how they gel after the transfer window}

15 Aug 2016 05:07:06
Top postage Ed013.

{Ed013's Note - Thank you George, if only we have a David Batty type midfielder, but I am sure we will see arrivals soon}

15 Aug 2016 13:58:16
I think with Billy Bremner (god rest his soul) , Norman Hunter, and Allan Clarke we could be in with a real chance this season.

15 Aug 2016 17:24:42
Ed013

The David Batty type player has arrived in the form of Birdcage. Now for Bamba and Wood replacements. I have some suggestions.

{Ed013's Note - I think Luke Moore would do ok and as for a striker, I suppose that's the hardest position to find due to the demand}

15 Aug 2016 20:24:15
For Ed013

Silvestri has now played for two seasons and for me he has saved far more crucial shots than he ever let in? He deserves far more loyalty from our club, and at least a season where we can actually put a decent defence in front of him?

For Monk to tell him to look for a new club and then put a proven liability (Green) in his place is a total joke? QPR fans were well happy with his (crap) performance and were pleased to be rid?

I really hope that Monk's faith in Green won't be his downfall, but at the moment it seems obvious where the main problem is?

Green has now conceded 11 goals in 3 games, and even dismissing the fact that 4 of them were penalty deciders, that's a pretty poor record?

{Ed013's Note - If the defence was better, the keeper would have a better record. I have watched Silvestri a lot and although a good shot stopper, he is too clumsy and can't command his box. I would happily have Turnbull in either of their places}

15 Aug 2016 22:46:47
Ed. Glad someone has finally mentioned Turnbull. Admittedly I only saw him play once last season but the boy done good, and I've been thinking all along that he was the obvious no 1 choice. No idea why we needed a new keeper when we've got 3 who are all ok or better.

{Ed013's Note - If it wasn't for his injuries, I believe he would be at the highest level}

14 Aug 2016 09:28:22
Sol Bamba says we need to double up on positions well how about doubling him up with Michael Duberry and doubling Wood up with Thomas Brolin and another Green with Rachkuba.
So you get my gist so we need to think of all positions we can double players with to possibly create a worse team.

14 Aug 2016 20:40:46
Think you have it in a nutshell, mate!

14 Aug 2016 20:47:22
The first two players you mentioned would walk into this team blindfolded. Bit harsh on Green, don't really rate him but comparing him with Rachkuba is way out.

14 Aug 2016 23:10:29
Green is a good keeper, only fault about yesterday was 1st goal he could've came out quicker, but rachubka, I don't even think he's a footballer he is that bad, and wood, give him service and hopefully he'll score, only time will tell, but bamba is s**te we should have ayling CB and Coyle RB, that's my honest opinion.

15 Aug 2016 20:27:34
Green is NOT a good goalkeeper, check out his playing record, the number of clubs he has worked for, and the length of time he was with each one and the goals conceded.

Silvestri gave 100% and tried hard, saving some serious close in shots. How you can compare this clown with him is beyond me.

I won't mention Rhubarb as he was never a serious contender.

14 Aug 2016 08:56:39
Fulham are on a roll and will expect to come and wipe the floor with us - let's wipe the smile off their faces. Positive thoughts and let's get behind the boys MOT, COME ON LEEDS👍🏻.