Posted by: jonny bond, glasgow on 3:59pm Wed 13 Jun 07
Im not worried wether we get damarcus beasley as he is a man city reject. How many man city rejects have gone on to star in the spl none that i know of. Carlos is a little different as he is a star in the spanish top league. But given that smith is apparently in charge of 9 million he should be spending some of that dosh soon. However that would be foolish for a club of the stature of rangers that can attract stars from teams in top leagues on bosmans Prso,Boomsong we should really be whacking our whole transfer budget on another bosman sign on fee I am of course refering to the talented wee argentine on a bosman from barcelona.
Im not worried wether we get damarcus beasley as he is a man city reject. How many man city rejects have gone on to star in the spl none that i know of. Carlos is a little different as he is a star in the spanish top league. But given that smith is apparently in charge of 9 million he should be spending some of that dosh soon. However that would be foolish for a club of the stature of rangers that can attract stars from teams in top leagues on bosmans Prso,Boomsong we should really be whacking our whole transfer budget on another bosman sign on fee I am of course refering to the talented wee argentine on a bosman from barcelona.
Posted by: USA_BLUE, Ohio, USA on 4:11pm Wed 13 Jun 07
I am surprised the Smith would be remotely interested in Beasley. I have lived in the U.S.A now for some years and have watched Beasley many many times both at club and International level. He will not be suited to the Scottish game; as soon as he gets clattered he disappears from the game. I think there are other options which would suit Rangers better.
I am surprised the Smith would be remotely interested in Beasley. I have lived in the U.S.A now for some years and have watched Beasley many many times both at club and International level. He will not be suited to the Scottish game; as soon as he gets clattered he disappears from the game. I think there are other options which would suit Rangers better.
Posted by: paul macqueen, surrey on 4:13pm Wed 13 Jun 07
The problem Smith has is the depth of his squad. 9 million will get you 2 half decent players. By admission wattie reckons he needs about 6 or 7.
The problem Smith has is the depth of his squad. 9 million will get you 2 half decent players. By admission wattie reckons he needs about 6 or 7.
Posted by: jonny bond, glasgow on 4:17pm Wed 13 Jun 07
Yo usa blue are there any USA talents you do think rangers should go for. Or is the usa league as talentless as a beckhamless bowl of beckhamflakes.
Yo usa blue are there any USA talents you do think rangers should go for. Or is the usa league as talentless as a beckhamless bowl of beckhamflakes.
Posted by: Govanmad, Glasgow on 4:51pm Wed 13 Jun 07
I was discussing this earlier on notthebeeb.com and some of the american members said Beasley would do well in the SPL.
I hope Walter gets the finger out and signs Cuellar and Naismith as they would significantly strengthen the team.
I was discussing this earlier on notthebeeb.com and some of the american members said Beasley would do well in the SPL.
I hope Walter gets the finger out and signs Cuellar and Naismith as they would significantly strengthen the team.
Posted by: d_mac20, Glasgow on 5:06pm Wed 13 Jun 07
Beasley has flopped in Holland and in England: he won't do any better here. And why spend so much money on a mediocre Spanish defender when we could get the more reliable Russell Anderson for less? We've wasted enough on foreign duds in the past: we don't need to do it again this summer.
Beasley has flopped in Holland and in England: he won't do any better here. And why spend so much money on a mediocre Spanish defender when we could get the more reliable Russell Anderson for less? We've wasted enough on foreign duds in the past: we don't need to do it again this summer.
Posted by: Gowza, My own planet on 5:24pm Wed 13 Jun 07
Smith would be better spending 2 million on Naismith and forget about Beasley and McCulloch.
For all things Rangers try this site www.friendsofrangers
.co.uk
Smith would be better spending 2 million on Naismith and forget about Beasley and McCulloch.
For all things Rangers try this site www.friendsofrangers
.co.uk
Posted by: USA_BLUE, Ohio, USA on 5:36pm Wed 13 Jun 07
[quote][bold]jonny bond[/bold] wrote:
Yo usa blue are there any USA talents you do think rangers should go for. Or is the usa league as talentless as a beckhamless bowl of beckhamflakes.[/quote] Jonny,
To be honest, I am no lover of the game or players here in the States. Very few have really made it in Europe. Not many of them appear to like the physical side of the game.
jonny bond wrote:
Yo usa blue are there any USA talents you do think rangers should go for. Or is the usa league as talentless as a beckhamless bowl of beckhamflakes.
Jonny,
To be honest, I am no lover of the game or players here in the States. Very few have really made it in Europe. Not many of them appear to like the physical side of the game.
Posted by: candigirl21, Chicago on 8:23pm Wed 13 Jun 07
I have to disagree, Beas is a solid player with a bright future in front of him. Remember, he has gotten farther than any other American in the Champions League while playing with PSV, and he was a big part of them getting as far as they did. The only thing that held him down in Holland was a nagging injury. I agree his season with Man City was tough, but when did he ever get the opportunity to play. I don't think any of you are remembering Beas when he was 100% healthy. I can't wait to see all of you eat your words once he's wrecking shop in the SPL. If Scotland can't embrace him, fine, he and his talent can go elsewhere. Good luck signing a play with as much drive, dedication, speed and talent as Beas.
I have to disagree, Beas is a solid player with a bright future in front of him. Remember, he has gotten farther than any other American in the Champions League while playing with PSV, and he was a big part of them getting as far as they did. The only thing that held him down in Holland was a nagging injury. I agree his season with Man City was tough, but when did he ever get the opportunity to play. I don't think any of you are remembering Beas when he was 100% healthy. I can't wait to see all of you eat your words once he's wrecking shop in the SPL. If Scotland can't embrace him, fine, he and his talent can go elsewhere. Good luck signing a play with as much drive, dedication, speed and talent as Beas.
Posted by: Cody on 10:09pm Wed 13 Jun 07
Nice to see this forum back on line, hopefully it wont get hi-jacked by imposters and bigots this time. As for the well documented signing targets...i'd rather see Hyppia, Koumas and Fowler, not a bad spine IMO. I'd also like to see big Heskey at Ibrox; he'd cause havoc and create a lot of chances for Boyd.
Mind how you go.
Nice to see this forum back on line, hopefully it wont get hi-jacked by imposters and bigots this time. As for the well documented signing targets...i'd rather see Hyppia, Koumas and Fowler, not a bad spine IMO. I'd also like to see big Heskey at Ibrox; he'd cause havoc and create a lot of chances for Boyd.
Mind how you go.
Posted by: Tommy Gunn, London on 10:21am Thu 14 Jun 07
[quote][bold]Cody[/bold] wrote:
Nice to see this forum back on line, hopefully it wont get hi-jacked by imposters and bigots this time. As for the well documented signing targets...i'd rather see Hyppia, Koumas and Fowler, not a bad spine IMO. I'd also like to see big Heskey at Ibrox; he'd cause havoc and create a lot of chances for Boyd. Mind how you go.[/quote] I agree Cody and like you hope the bigots don't hijack and ruin the forum.
On the signings, Hyppia would be a good signing...Fowler is finished imo, Koumas...Rangers cant afford him (neither can celtic btw)
Heskey is a curious one. I always thought he was a hot and cold player.
Should be interesting
ps...For the new season, Peacepact? Truce? Olive branch?
Cody wrote:
Nice to see this forum back on line, hopefully it wont get hi-jacked by imposters and bigots this time. As for the well documented signing targets...i'd rather see Hyppia, Koumas and Fowler, not a bad spine IMO. I'd also like to see big Heskey at Ibrox; he'd cause havoc and create a lot of chances for Boyd. Mind how you go.
I agree Cody and like you hope the bigots don't hijack and ruin the forum.
On the signings, Hyppia would be a good signing...Fowler is finished imo, Koumas...Rangers cant afford him (neither can celtic btw)
Heskey is a curious one. I always thought he was a hot and cold player.
Should be interesting
ps...For the new season, Peacepact? Truce? Olive branch?
Posted by: Sawker, Newcastle on 10:10am Fri 15 Jun 07
[quote][bold]d_mac20[/bold] wrote:
Beasley has flopped in Holland and in England: he won't do any better here. And why spend so much money on a mediocre Spanish defender when we could get the more reliable Russell Anderson for less? We've wasted enough on foreign duds in the past: we don't need to do it again this summer.[/quote] You have got to be kidding. Beasley had a very good first season at PSV after he was signed to replace Robben. He led the team in goals scored during their Champions League semifinal run that ended on away goals against AC Milan. He also played a major part in them winning their league.
Beasley's departure from PSV has more to do with Hiddink leaving and never really settling into Dutch life than his play on the pitch.
As far as ManCity goes, all signs were pointing to Pearce offering him a contract when he was sacked. Beasley was clearly one of only a couple decent players for City as teh season wound down.
d_mac20 wrote:
Beasley has flopped in Holland and in England: he won't do any better here. And why spend so much money on a mediocre Spanish defender when we could get the more reliable Russell Anderson for less? We've wasted enough on foreign duds in the past: we don't need to do it again this summer.
You have got to be kidding. Beasley had a very good first season at PSV after he was signed to replace Robben. He led the team in goals scored during their Champions League semifinal run that ended on away goals against AC Milan. He also played a major part in them winning their league.
Beasley's departure from PSV has more to do with Hiddink leaving and never really settling into Dutch life than his play on the pitch.
As far as ManCity goes, all signs were pointing to Pearce offering him a contract when he was sacked. Beasley was clearly one of only a couple decent players for City as teh season wound down.
Posted by: Sawker, Newcastle on 10:19am Fri 15 Jun 07
[quote][bold]USA_BLUE[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]jonny bond[/bold] wrote: Yo usa blue are there any USA talents you do think rangers should go for. Or is the usa league as talentless as a beckhamless bowl of beckhamflakes.[/quote] Jonny, To be honest, I am no lover of the game or players here in the States. Very few have really made it in Europe. Not many of them appear to like the physical side of the game.[/quote] The US National Team is a level above the Scotland National Team. Outside of the top 3-4 teams, MLS would eat the SPL alive.
The American league doesn't have dominant teams because of salary caps, but the better MLS teams can hold their own against just about anyone on a given day.
DC United beat Celtic 4-0 last season. They also got a draw against Real Madrid. An MLS select squad (made up of mostly DC United players) also beat Chelsea 1-0 last year.
While those games were friendlies and shouldn't be taken too seriously, they should at least be looked at as evidence that MLS (where Beasley originated from) has some good players.
I've heard so many ignorant people claim MLS is like the Conference. When was the last time a conference team beat Chelsea and Celtic while playing Real Madrid evenly? Preseason or otherwise.
Anyone?
USA_BLUE wrote:
jonny bond wrote: Yo usa blue are there any USA talents you do think rangers should go for. Or is the usa league as talentless as a beckhamless bowl of beckhamflakes.
Jonny, To be honest, I am no lover of the game or players here in the States. Very few have really made it in Europe. Not many of them appear to like the physical side of the game.
The US National Team is a level above the Scotland National Team. Outside of the top 3-4 teams, MLS would eat the SPL alive.
The American league doesn't have dominant teams because of salary caps, but the better MLS teams can hold their own against just about anyone on a given day.
DC United beat Celtic 4-0 last season. They also got a draw against Real Madrid. An MLS select squad (made up of mostly DC United players) also beat Chelsea 1-0 last year.
While those games were friendlies and shouldn't be taken too seriously, they should at least be looked at as evidence that MLS (where Beasley originated from) has some good players.
I've heard so many ignorant people claim MLS is like the Conference. When was the last time a conference team beat Chelsea and Celtic while playing Real Madrid evenly? Preseason or otherwise.
Anyone?
Comment | Read Comments (13)
