AgentAxeman 169 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 opinions? I for one would welcome him till the end of the season. Albion and Newcastle in Koumas duel Albion’s hopes of landing loan players before the weekend look to be receding as Newcastle emerged as potential rivals for Jason Koumas’ signature. The Baggies have so far failed to persuade Premier League clubs to loan out their top targets, despite concerted efforts to help head coach Roberto Di Matteo cope with his lengthy injury list. Chances of deals being completed before the televised visit to Ashton Gate are now in the balance, with reports on Tyneside suggesting leaders Newcastle have joined the Baggies in expressing an interest in Koumas. The club are still talking to Wigan about a possible loan for the former Hawthorns midfielder, although there are no indications that a deal is imminent. Koumas is one man definitely available, after Latics boss Roberto Martinez confirmed the club are willing to let the former Wales international leave. But there are now strong reports they could go head-to-head with the Magpies again, just weeks after the clubs battled unsuccessfully for Victor Moses. http://www.expressandstar.com/2010/02/18/a...tle-for-koumas/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4713 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 nooooooooo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMoog 0 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Do we need him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Kelly 1217 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Better passer than any of our other midfielders and a lot more mobile too. Been a while since I've seen him like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4713 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 only played 8 games this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 0 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 I'd have him in a shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gejon 2 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Without doubt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Lazaru 0 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 He can't be as slow or inable to pass as Butt, Smith and Nolan, so he's likely to be a step up so i'd take him till the end of the season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Gloom 21760 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 creative central midfielder, proven at championship level. he'd walk into our team tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TicTacWoe 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 much better than a most of our midfield, only short term though as there must be a reason why he never keeps his place in the top flight despite decent performences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Creative, but isn't he a lazy git or has an attitude problem? I thougt I remember Megson or Bruce slating him before. loan could be decent though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie J 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Definitely, he's a good player to watch, especially in this division. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khay 10 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Not really seen much of him but from what I remember he was always a bit hit and miss. He would be wanting to start and I think he would unbalance the squad. I would rather a CM (Box to box/all rounder) come in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Lazaru 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Creative, but isn't he a lazy git or has an attitude problem? I thougt I remember Megson or Bruce slating him before. loan could be decent though. Yeah, theres definitely an attitude or mental issue with him as i'm sure i remember spells where he looked like a really decent player with plenty of talent and an eye for a goal, certainly at this level and perhaps prem level but he never seemed to stick at it and ended up moving to another club. He'd certainly create more than some of our lot and would be worth a go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 He's already 30 and retired from International football Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Gloom 21760 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 He's already 30 and retired from International football not much chance of him playing a big tournament for Wales though is there? Makes sense to me to sack off a bunch games that will mostly end in defeat for someone his age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 agreed, was more surprised at his age though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holden McGroin 6454 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 He's already 30 and retired from International football not much chance of him playing a big tournament for Wales though is there? Makes sense to me to sack off a bunch games that will mostly end in defeat for someone his age. Even though he has only played 8 games this year? Surely he'd want to play a bit more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeazesMag 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 He's already 30 and retired from International football not much chance of him playing a big tournament for Wales though is there? Makes sense to me to sack off a bunch games that will mostly end in defeat for someone his age. Even though he has only played 8 games this year? Surely he'd want to play a bit more. thats the way of Mike apparently. Its all clear now. Running the club "like a business", which was widely wanted a few years ago, is signing players on 3.5 year contracts that are good in this league but not good enough for the premiership. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 6 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 He's already 30 and retired from International football not much chance of him playing a big tournament for Wales though is there? Makes sense to me to sack off a bunch games that will mostly end in defeat for someone his age. Even though he has only played 8 games this year? Surely he'd want to play a bit more. thats the way of Mike apparently. Its all clear now. Running the club "like a business", which was widely wanted a few years ago, is signing players on 3.5 year contracts that are good in this league but not good enough for the premiership. Signing Routledge on 3.5 year contract and paying him peanut is bad in your book? Your seat must have restricted viewing as he's been one of our best players. Koumas would certainly improve the team, but with Barton set to return soon i'm not sure it's worth taking the risk on him rocking the boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeazesMag 0 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 He's already 30 and retired from International football not much chance of him playing a big tournament for Wales though is there? Makes sense to me to sack off a bunch games that will mostly end in defeat for someone his age. Even though he has only played 8 games this year? Surely he'd want to play a bit more. thats the way of Mike apparently. Its all clear now. Running the club "like a business", which was widely wanted a few years ago, is signing players on 3.5 year contracts that are good in this league but not good enough for the premiership. Signing Routledge on 3.5 year contract and paying him peanut is bad in your book? Your seat must have restricted viewing as he's been one of our best players. Koumas would certainly improve the team, but with Barton set to return soon i'm not sure it's worth taking the risk on him rocking the boat. its quite simple. Signing a player on a 3.5 year contract who isn't good enough for the aspirations we should have at Newcastle ie the aspirations we had under the previous regime, is not "good business". Go back to when we had Milner and Zoggy, and he wouldn't have had a look in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 10671 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Back when we had Milner and Zoggy, we could get Milner and Zoggy. Should we berate your beau for not signing Messi and Kaka? Your "arguments" are so filled with holes it's barely there at all, any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acrossthepond 866 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 I can see what LM is saying but it's harsh on Routledge who clearly will help us get out of this division, which has to be the top priority, and who might have a part to play in the PL (as a squad player.) I'd welcome anyone who can pass a ball who we don't have to pay for and Koumas fits the bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@yourservice 67 Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Leazes of Thasos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayatollah Hermione 13760 Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Got a point over Best tbf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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