MICK McCARTHY: “BIG CONCERNS ABOUT TOLMIN AS TOMLIN “

Lee Tomlin gives Cardiff City boss Mick McCarthy worrying news after pre-season win

McCarthy admits he already has concerns over the fitness of the playmaker

With the departure of Harry Wilson, City need a player like Tomlin, Tomlin came on in the 61st min by the 85th min Tomlin was hobbling.


Tomlin has told McCarthy he has done his hamstring in.


Saturday 31st July 2021



Lee Tomlin could well be the latest injury concern for Cardiff City

Mick McCarthy says Lee Tomlin has a role to play in Cardiff City's upcoming season, but admits he already has concerns over the mercurial playmaker's fitness as another injury occurs.


The departure of Harry Wilson earlier in the summer means many have identified Tomlin as the the potential creative spark for the Bluebirds this season, and McCarthy seemingly agrees the 32-year old has the ability to make a big impact on his plans, but needs to get fitter.

However, with Tomlin spending nearly the whole of last season sidelined, the Yorkshireman clearly has concerns over keeping the former Bristol City man fit, and admits the forward could already be a doubt for Saturday's season opener with Barnsley.




MICK McCARTHY:

"I love the ability of Lee Tomlin," McCarthy said afterwards. "Like everybody else. You can see why. You can see why everyone's attracted to him.”

"But the key is keeping him fit and some how that is his problem.”

“ I've just spoken to him, and apparently he's done his hamstring, which I hope isn't the case.”

"I spoke to him before pre-season, and we had the discussion and we both agreed 'I'm not sure about 90 minutes', I can only see him as a substitute until he proves his full fitness.”

"But certainly that kind of a cameo appearance. He put the ball through for Davies, we can all see that, the reverse pass.”

"So it would be lovely to have him, but we'll see if he's fit or not.”

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Since 2017 Lee Tomlin has only started approx 30 games , plus 21 games as sub for Cardiff City.
Last season Tomlin started one game all season for the Bluebirds

Six different clubs managers all state, quality player but fitness big problem.

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Surely NO one really believed they could rely on Tomlin as the main player or survive a full season after 6 previous clubs and 8 managers have been let down.


MICK McCARTHY:

"I spoke to him before pre-season, and we had the discussion and we both agreed 'I'm not sure about 90 minutes', I can only see him as a substitute until he proves his full fitness.”

“Last season Tomlin was way of the fitness I expect, this season he still needs to improve on it.”

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Tomlin should start every game, these managers have not got a clue

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Total waste of money.

Tomlin should start every game, these managers have not got a clue

You’ve changed your tune... hmm

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Tomlin should start every game, these managers have not got a clue

Are you on a wind up ?

He’s never fit, how can any manager pick him ?

Ability is there, application appears to be lacking.

Tomlin should start every game, these managers have not got a clue

You’ve changed your tune... hmm

Been watching you two for a while same person winding members up on here.

So it’s time to say goodbye

What is going on behind the scenes with Tomlin and Vassel? The Physios ahould be putting some sort of Training plan in place for these two players-given their injury records. A combined 3 years of no-game time between them. Something not quite right with the medical staff that they out for so long. Frustrating!!

Oh FFS, Has played a full 90 at all pre season, rate Tomlin but this is just pathetic now.

Tomlin should start every game, these managers have not got a clue

You’ve changed your tune... hmm

Been watching you two for a while same person winding members up on here.

So it’s time to say goodbye

That's music to my ears and hopefully a shot across the bows to certain (only one or two) others...

A conundrum for club do they bring in a reliable alternative to Tomlin at extra cost or do they stick with a player that as got probably zero chance of playing 20+ games this season..... can wait until January but risk of being out of contention of top 6 if wait and see? in hindsight should never be given 2yr contract...

Lee Tomlin gives Cardiff City boss Mick McCarthy worrying news after pre-season win

McCarthy admits he already has concerns over the fitness of the playmaker

With the departure of Harry Wilson, City need a player like Tomlin, Tomlin came on in the 61st min by the 85th min Tomlin was hobbling.


Tomlin has told McCarthy he has done his hamstring in.


Saturday 31st July 2021



Lee Tomlin could well be the latest injury concern for Cardiff City

Mick McCarthy says Lee Tomlin has a role to play in Cardiff City's upcoming season, but admits he already has concerns over the mercurial playmaker's fitness as another injury occurs.


The departure of Harry Wilson earlier in the summer means many have identified Tomlin as the the potential creative spark for the Bluebirds this season, and McCarthy seemingly agrees the 32-year old has the ability to make a big impact on his plans, but needs to get fitter.

However, with Tomlin spending nearly the whole of last season sidelined, the Yorkshireman clearly has concerns over keeping the former Bristol City man fit, and admits the forward could already be a doubt for Saturday's season opener with Barnsley.




MICK McCARTHY:

"I love the ability of Lee Tomlin," McCarthy said afterwards. "Like everybody else. You can see why. You can see why everyone's attracted to him.”

"But the key is keeping him fit and some how that is his problem.”

“ I've just spoken to him, and apparently he's done his hamstring, which I hope isn't the case.”

"I spoke to him before pre-season, and we had the discussion and we both agreed 'I'm not sure about 90 minutes', I can only see him as a substitute until he proves his full fitness.”

"But certainly that kind of a cameo appearance. He put the ball through for Davies, we can all see that, the reverse pass.”

"So it would be lovely to have him, but we'll see if he's fit or not.”

Lee Tomlin is now an enigma that is affecting the squad and his own playing future...

City and manager would still like rid but (club's fault) he is on such a good wage for sitting on his 'Jacksie' that no one else will take him on currently; even with a large part of his wages being paid by our club

Mick McCarthy says/knows he has the talent to turn a game but he doesn't trust him enough to be around for either of 90 minutes or a season in the Championship

Could/should have been a Premier League players but just doesn't seem to 'want' it enough, which is incredibly sad; and means we don't have the funds it takes to feed him to get another real playmaker in...

Lee Tomlin gives Cardiff City boss Mick McCarthy worrying news after pre-season win

McCarthy admits he already has concerns over the fitness of the playmaker

With the departure of Harry Wilson, City need a player like Tomlin, Tomlin came on in the 61st min by the 85th min Tomlin was hobbling.


Tomlin has told McCarthy he has done his hamstring in.


Saturday 31st July 2021





Lee Tomlin could well be the latest injury concern for Cardiff City

Mick McCarthy says Lee Tomlin has a role to play in Cardiff City's upcoming season, but admits he already has concerns over the mercurial playmaker's fitness as another injury occurs.


The departure of Harry Wilson earlier in the summer means many have identified Tomlin as the the potential creative spark for the Bluebirds this season, and McCarthy seemingly agrees the 32-year old has the ability to make a big impact on his plans, but needs to get fitter.

However, with Tomlin spending nearly the whole of last season sidelined, the Yorkshireman clearly has concerns over keeping the former Bristol City man fit, and admits the forward could already be a doubt for Saturday's season opener with Barnsley.




MICK McCARTHY:

"I love the ability of Lee Tomlin," McCarthy said afterwards. "Like everybody else. You can see why. You can see why everyone's attracted to him.”

"But the key is keeping him fit and some how that is his problem.”

“ I've just spoken to him, and apparently he's done his hamstring, which I hope isn't the case.”

"I spoke to him before pre-season, and we had the discussion and we both agreed 'I'm not sure about 90 minutes', I can only see him as a substitute until he proves his full fitness.”

"But certainly that kind of a cameo appearance. He put the ball through for Davies, we can all see that, the reverse pass.”

"So it would be lovely to have him, but we'll see if he's fit or not.”

Lee Tomlin is now an enigma that is affecting the squad and his own playing future...

City and manager would still like rid but (club's fault) he is on such a good wage for sitting on his 'Jacksie' that no one else will take him on currently; even with a large part of his wages being paid by our club

Mick McCarthy says/knows he has the talent to turn a game but he doesn't trust him enough to be around for either of 90 minutes or a season in the Championship

Could/should have been a Premier League players but just doesn't seem to 'want' it enough, which is incredibly sad; and means we don't have the funds it takes to feed him to get another real playmaker in...

Chris, you can be the best player in the world, but if you don't have the application and desire to be the best you never will be

Total waste of money.

He took us to the play offs virtually single handed.
If we had had players with half his ability - Ralls Pack Vaulks Bacuna spring to mind as midfielders who albeit aren’t like for like but who are so below Tomlins quality - then we’d have got promoted that season.
His problem is he seemingly has personal as well as physical limitations but jeez he is a player who can turn a game in his head like nobody we have got in our squad.