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Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 1:48 pm

MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:I guess we could have signed a striker on loan, possibly a young promising premiership player.
But, we chose to make do with the players we already have.
Hopefully, this decision won't cost us dearly when we reach the end of the season.


Most of the young promising strikers would already be out last August. We would be getting what was left. We don’t know we didn’t try and do this. We don’t know the status of anyone we may or may both have tried to sign on loan. Players we could get may have been weeks away from being able to play first team football.

It’s all speculation and assumptions.

How long did it take Kellyman go get up to speed?

Look at when we signed Madine in a panic and then were stuck with 1.5 million on the wage bill for the next couple of years.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 1:53 pm

Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 2:01 pm

maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.



But it is your mates Tans Fault as he has not backed BBM at all.

As he ever watched live in person a BBM Match??

I’ve flown back twice in the last 3 weeks saw us beaten by Plymouth and Lincoln.
The Lincoln flight alone one way took me 8hrs due to delays.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 2:08 pm

Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.



But it is your mates Tans Fault as he has not backed BBM at all.

As he ever watched live in person a BBM Match??

I’ve flown back twice in the last 3 weeks saw us beaten by Plymouth and Lincoln.
The Lincoln flight alone one way took me 8hrs due to delays.


I don’t particularly want him there mate. I want him away from my club. I don’t want him stinking up the place. I do want him to keep paying bills and wages though and then I want him to sell up, get his millions he is owed and leave the club in good hands with new owners and no debt.

Dalman can stay away as well.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 2:14 pm

If we go up and Tan don’t invest this team will be whipping boyd

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 2:14 pm

maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.



But it is your mates Tans Fault as he has not backed BBM at all.

As he ever watched live in person a BBM Match??

I’ve flown back twice in the last 3 weeks saw us beaten by Plymouth and Lincoln.
The Lincoln flight alone one way took me 8hrs due to delays.


I don’t particularly want him there mate. I want him away from my club. I don’t want him stinking up the place. I do want him to keep paying bills and wages though and then I want him to sell up, get his millions he is owed and leave the club in good hands with new owners and no debt.

Dalman can stay away as well.



Neil,

The Bills Created by Him and His Board

He Wanted to Stay on and at least 3 times he could of left with good Offers.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 2:35 pm

Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.



But it is your mates Tans Fault as he has not backed BBM at all.

As he ever watched live in person a BBM Match??

I’ve flown back twice in the last 3 weeks saw us beaten by Plymouth and Lincoln.
The Lincoln flight alone one way took me 8hrs due to delays.


I don’t particularly want him there mate. I want him away from my club. I don’t want him stinking up the place. I do want him to keep paying bills and wages though and then I want him to sell up, get his millions he is owed and leave the club in good hands with new owners and no debt.

Dalman can stay away as well.



Neil,

The Bills Created by Him and His Board

He Wanted to Stay on and at least 3 times he could of left with good Offers.


Debt has gone up steadily since the early 2000s as we consistently lived beyond our means.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 4:21 pm

maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.


I agree. Signing a striker in January would have been financially irresponsible and overkill. We didn't need a desperation signing that we'll be stuck with, who would we have got that's better than Robinson? I want Tan out along with 99% of those on here but it's blame for blames sake. Act like a normal club try to offload Robinson in the summer and get someone in who can be competition for Salech

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 6:28 pm

Starvinmarvin wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.


I agree. Signing a striker in January would have been financially irresponsible and overkill. We didn't need a desperation signing that we'll be stuck with, who would we have got that's better than Robinson? I want Tan out along with 99% of those on here but it's blame for blames sake. Act like a normal club try to offload Robinson in the summer and get someone in who can be competition for Salech


We could have loaned a striker especially as salec injury was bad one been strechered off, and a lengthy lay off, 10 games and counting,
we all know Robinson has not got 90 mins in his legs 2 games a week so it would have been prudent to sign cover imo.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 7:13 pm

montyblue wrote:
Starvinmarvin wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.


I agree. Signing a striker in January would have been financially irresponsible and overkill. We didn't need a desperation signing that we'll be stuck with, who would we have got that's better than Robinson? I want Tan out along with 99% of those on here but it's blame for blames sake. Act like a normal club try to offload Robinson in the summer and get someone in who can be competition for Salech


We could have loaned a striker especially as salec injury was bad one been strechered off, and a lengthy lay off, 10 games and counting,
we all know Robinson has not got 90 mins in his legs 2 games a week so it would have been prudent to sign cover imo.


Ideally yes I'm with you but realistically who are we getting in on loan to replace Salech, that's better than Robinson?

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 7:18 pm

What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 7:21 pm

maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.



But it is your mates Tans Fault as he has not backed BBM at all.

As he ever watched live in person a BBM Match??

I’ve flown back twice in the last 3 weeks saw us beaten by Plymouth and Lincoln.
The Lincoln flight alone one way took me 8hrs due to delays.


I don’t particularly want him there mate. I want him away from my club. I don’t want him stinking up the place. I do want him to keep paying bills and wages though and then I want him to sell up, get his millions he is owed and leave the club in good hands with new owners and no debt.

Dalman can stay away as well.



Neil,

The Bills Created by Him and His Board

He Wanted to Stay on and at least 3 times he could of left with good Offers.


Debt has gone up steadily since the early 2000s as we consistently lived beyond our means.



Neil,


I can not believe your still Defending Tan

He promised a Debt Free Club 15 yrs ago

Promised No other Debts We Owe Dalman and his Company £39Mill

We pay approximately £8mill in interest

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 7:22 pm

montyblue wrote:
Starvinmarvin wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.


I agree. Signing a striker in January would have been financially irresponsible and overkill. We didn't need a desperation signing that we'll be stuck with, who would we have got that's better than Robinson? I want Tan out along with 99% of those on here but it's blame for blames sake. Act like a normal club try to offload Robinson in the summer and get someone in who can be competition for Salech


We could have loaned a striker especially as salec injury was bad one been strechered off, and a lengthy lay off, 10 games and counting,
we all know Robinson has not got 90 mins in his legs 2 games a week so it would have been prudent to sign cover imo.




Correct Monty

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 7:23 pm

MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'



I know on both accounts it’s unbelievable

We needed a Striker


How can anyone blame Rubin

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 8:04 pm

Forever Blue wrote:
MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'



I know on both accounts it’s unbelievable

We needed a Striker


How can anyone blame Rubin


We simply don't look like the same team since his return to the starting 11.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 8:23 pm

If you look at David McGoldrick last night, he was exceptional, outpaced and muscled Lawlor multiple times in the game. Squandered some sitters but I thought he was brilliant, tracking back he got himself behind the ball all the time when defending. He's 85 years old and was outstanding. A generational player with longevity, like Billy Sharp, Kevin Phillips etc... would have been a great type of option in January.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 8:27 pm

dorsetblue wrote:If you look at David McGoldrick last night, he was exceptional, outpaced and muscled Lawlor multiple times in the game. Squandered some sitters but I thought he was brilliant, tracking back he got himself behind the ball all the time when defending. He's 85 years old and was outstanding. A generational player with longevity, like Billy Sharp, Kevin Phillips etc... would have been a great type of option in January.



Christ did' nt know he was that old, ha.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 8:39 pm

Starvinmarvin wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:
MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'



I know on both accounts it’s unbelievable

We needed a Striker


How can anyone blame Rubin


We simply don't look like the same team since his return to the starting 11.

Other than the Doncaster hammering, I agree results have been substandard, where Rubin has been involved, but we have still had majority possession by far, even against Plymouth and Lincoln where we were well beaten.
So , I don't have a problem with our general play including Rubin.
Although, I think we all agree he is no centre forward.

I think we are desperately missing Salech and Rubin is at his best with him up front.
But I do criticise our defence for giving away far more soft goals than they were early season.
In addition, Trott doesn't seem so assured.

Rubin is an attacking player so he can't be held responsible for the poor defensive errors and lapses.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 9:05 pm

If we go up, those of us who didn't mind that we didn't bring in a striker will be right.

If we don't, the people who constantly say we needed one will be proved right.

It really is as simple as that.

Still of the opinion that it wasn't essential to bring one in and certainly not a gamble. Should never bring in panic transfers and I'm actually glad we didn't.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 9:36 pm

worcester_ccfc wrote:If we go up, those of us who didn't mind that we didn't bring in a striker will be right.

If we don't, the people who constantly say we needed one will be proved right.

It really is as simple as that.

Still of the opinion that it wasn't essential to bring one in and certainly not a gamble. Should never bring in panic transfers and I'm actually glad we didn't.



Do you think Robinson our only other recognised striker was upto playing 2 90 mins games a week upto the point of salec' s Injury we only had Robinson kellyman was a make shift striker and issac davies is to tiny to be an out and out striker ,this was the reasons I said we need a loan striker to cover salec's inevitable long lay off after been strechered off.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 9:56 pm

montyblue wrote:
worcester_ccfc wrote:If we go up, those of us who didn't mind that we didn't bring in a striker will be right.

If we don't, the people who constantly say we needed one will be proved right.

It really is as simple as that.

Still of the opinion that it wasn't essential to bring one in and certainly not a gamble. Should never bring in panic transfers and I'm actually glad we didn't.



Do you think Robinson our only other recognised striker was upto playing 2 90 mins games a week upto the point of salec' s Injury we only had Robinson kellyman was a make shift striker and issac davies is to tiny to be an out and out striker ,this was the reasons I said we need a loan striker to cover salec's inevitable long lay off after been strechered off.


I felt we had enough players to play in that system and am satisfied in how we've done.

I'm judging that on every game since Salech's injury, not just the last two.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 10:32 pm

worcester_ccfc wrote:
montyblue wrote:
worcester_ccfc wrote:If we go up, those of us who didn't mind that we didn't bring in a striker will be right.

If we don't, the people who constantly say we needed one will be proved right.

It really is as simple as that.

Still of the opinion that it wasn't essential to bring one in and certainly not a gamble. Should never bring in panic transfers and I'm actually glad we didn't.



Do you think Robinson our only other recognised striker was upto playing 2 90 mins games a week upto the point of salec' s Injury we only had Robinson kellyman was a make shift striker and issac davies is to tiny to be an out and out striker ,this was the reasons I said we need a loan striker to cover salec's inevitable long lay off after been strechered off.


I felt we had enough players to play in that system and am satisfied in how we've done.

I'm judging that on every game since Salech's injury, not just the last two.


That’s where you going wrong Worcester. You’re including the games we have won. Let’s not have that sort rational thinking please it’s blowing my mind and goes against the agenda.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 10:52 pm

montyblue wrote:
Starvinmarvin wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.


I agree. Signing a striker in January would have been financially irresponsible and overkill. We didn't need a desperation signing that we'll be stuck with, who would we have got that's better than Robinson? I want Tan out along with 99% of those on here but it's blame for blames sake. Act like a normal club try to offload Robinson in the summer and get someone in who can be competition for Salech


We could have loaned a striker especially as salec injury was bad one been strechered off, and a lengthy lay off, 10 games and counting,
we all know Robinson has not got 90 mins in his legs 2 games a week so it would have been prudent to sign cover imo.


Who??? Loan players are rarely ready to play straight away especially in January and especially to fit into our team.

It’s not football manager.

Bradshaw was available, played for Barnsley last night. Ain’t better than what we have imho.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 10:53 pm

MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'


Which strikers went to other league one clubs on loan then?

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 10:54 pm

Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Forever Blue wrote:Monty,

What I am finding by the usual Suspects, that the majority are not allowed to be Upset by a bad performance or result.
We are not allowed our opinion or view if it’s not saying BBM got it right even if he 100% Never.


What’s actually happening is after a bad performance it’s being turned into Tan’s fault. This one for not “apparently” backing BBM in the January window.

It’s Fooking exhausting.



But it is your mates Tans Fault as he has not backed BBM at all.

As he ever watched live in person a BBM Match??

I’ve flown back twice in the last 3 weeks saw us beaten by Plymouth and Lincoln.
The Lincoln flight alone one way took me 8hrs due to delays.


I don’t particularly want him there mate. I want him away from my club. I don’t want him stinking up the place. I do want him to keep paying bills and wages though and then I want him to sell up, get his millions he is owed and leave the club in good hands with new owners and no debt.

Dalman can stay away as well.



Neil,

The Bills Created by Him and His Board

He Wanted to Stay on and at least 3 times he could of left with good Offers.


Debt has gone up steadily since the early 2000s as we consistently lived beyond our means.



Neil,


I can not believe your still Defending Tan

He promised a Debt Free Club 15 yrs ago

Promised No other Debts We Owe Dalman and his Company £39Mill

We pay approximately £8mill in interest


I’m not defending him. I’m simply stating facts.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 11:00 pm

maccydee wrote:
MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'


Which strikers went to other league one clubs on loan then?

Ethan Wheatley went to Bradford caused us problems at Northampton and lead the line really well for Bradford tonight would have been ideal for whilst Salechs been injured

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 11:15 pm

Blue since 1981 wrote:
maccydee wrote:
MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'


Which strikers went to other league one clubs on loan then?

Ethan Wheatley went to Bradford caused us problems at Northampton and lead the line really well for Bradford tonight would have been ideal for whilst Salechs been injured


3 goals in 30 games. Average rating of 6.31 according to fotmob. Barely played a game for Walsall last season in league two on loan.

Yeah would have been ideal that.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 11:20 pm

maccydee wrote:
Blue since 1981 wrote:
maccydee wrote:
MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'


Which strikers went to other league one clubs on loan then?

Ethan Wheatley went to Bradford caused us problems at Northampton and lead the line really well for Bradford tonight would have been ideal for whilst Salechs been injured


3 goals in 30 games. Average rating of 6.31 according to fotmob. Barely played a game for Walsall last season in league two on loan.

Yeah would have been ideal that.

Doesn't matter what his previous stats are or what he did last season, he's only 20 big strong and quick, gave chambers a torrid time back in November and lead the line really well tonight so yes in my opinion he would fit in well with the way we play and would have given us a different option when we are struggling to break down defences

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 11:30 pm

Blue since 1981 wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Blue since 1981 wrote:
maccydee wrote:
MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'


Which strikers went to other league one clubs on loan then?

Ethan Wheatley went to Bradford caused us problems at Northampton and lead the line really well for Bradford tonight would have been ideal for whilst Salechs been injured


3 goals in 30 games. Average rating of 6.31 according to fotmob. Barely played a game for Walsall last season in league two on loan.

Yeah would have been ideal that.

Doesn't matter what his previous stats are or what he did last season, he's only 20 big strong and quick, gave chambers a torrid time back in November and lead the line really well tonight so yes in my opinion he would fit in well with the way we play and would have given us a different option when we are struggling to break down defences


Ryan Hardie from Wrexham would have been solid.

Re: WE GAMBELED ON NOT SIGNING ANYONE IN JANUARY.

Wed Mar 11, 2026 11:40 pm

maccydee wrote:
Blue since 1981 wrote:
maccydee wrote:
Blue since 1981 wrote:
maccydee wrote:
MR BIRCHGROVE wrote:What amuses me is some peoples reaction that we should not be trying to point out the shortfalls of the team in recent performances, because 'we shouldn't forget where we came from' or the fact we are still well ahead of Bolton in third.

And then of course there are the 'blame Rubin Colwill' gang. It's all his fault.

When people suggest it may have been a good idea to have signed another forward, possibly on loan, in January, knowing Salech would be out for a long period, others say this would have put our club further in debt or probably there were no strikers available to loan (despite other clubs managing to do exactly that to strengthen their squads in January)

Therefore, I suppose we will just have to accept substandard results, shrug our shoulders and think 'that's life'


Which strikers went to other league one clubs on loan then?

Ethan Wheatley went to Bradford caused us problems at Northampton and lead the line really well for Bradford tonight would have been ideal for whilst Salechs been injured


3 goals in 30 games. Average rating of 6.31 according to fotmob. Barely played a game for Walsall last season in league two on loan.

Yeah would have been ideal that.

Doesn't matter what his previous stats are or what he did last season, he's only 20 big strong and quick, gave chambers a torrid time back in November and lead the line really well tonight so yes in my opinion he would fit in well with the way we play and would have given us a different option when we are struggling to break down defences


Ryan Hardie from Wrexham would have been solid.

Its all hindsight now we have what we have were still heavy favourites to finish top 2 fingers crossed we get back to winning ways Saturday