gurru991 Posted 26 July 2022 Share Posted 26 July 2022 35 minutes ago, Col city fan said: It’s not taboo. It just smacks of immaturity and boredom. I do think it’s mainly the realm of the younger generation which I’m assuming you are. But as I said, if you’re happy to see legends like Schmeichel leave the club whilst defending your cult heroes to the hilt, that’s your perogative. Personally I see it as the start to the end of an era. The most special era in the clubs history. And as a lifelong City fan, that’s hard to take. And especially when we see our better players leave and the rubbish still remain. Change is inevitable. I just hope it’s going to be change for the better. Players are always going to leave, Its a fact of life !! Players now are no longer Premier quality but still can play at lower levels have the right to prolong their career. Football was, is & always will be a business for both owners & players so when a player sees an opportunity to extend his career they are going to take it. Also when a club sees a chance to shave 75 plus off the wage bill they are all over it. Sentiment is lovely but has no place in football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingsX Posted 26 July 2022 Share Posted 26 July 2022 17 minutes ago, The_77 said: Where’s everyone gotten that we’d give away Kasper for free to Nice? OP's post based on the l'Equipe piece 8 hours ago, moore_94 said: Apparently no fee - does suggest to me the whole “we are fine for paying transfer fee’s but just need to get wages off the books” is true Also looks like we are going for a new player rather than Ward/Iversen The Leicester goalkeeper is an ambitious but accessible target because he has, according to our information, agreed to join the Azure club. Although the Dane (35) is under contract until 2023 with Leicester, where he has been playing since 2011, he is able to sign for free in a foreign team this summer, provided that the Foxes find him a replacement. They have not yet succeeded and this is what is currently blocking the arrival of Peter Schmeichel's son on the Côte d'Azur. https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Kasper-schmeichel-d-accord-pour-rejoindre-nice-mais-leicester-doit-encore-trouver-son-remplacant/1345459 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPH Posted 26 July 2022 Share Posted 26 July 2022 3 hours ago, Pliskin said: Lafont abso ****ing lately. is that lutely’s brother? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_77 Posted 26 July 2022 Share Posted 26 July 2022 28 minutes ago, Sly said: https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Kasper-schmeichel-d-accord-pour-rejoindre-nice-mais-leicester-doit-encore-trouver-son-remplacant/1345459 After the turnaround of Yann Sommer, Borussia Mönchengladbach goalkeeper who finally refused to join the Gym, the people of Nice are looking for another number 1 to succeed Walter Benitez, a free party at PSV Eindhoven, and they chose Kasper Schmeichel, as revealed on Saturday on our website. The Leicester goalkeeper is an ambitious but accessible target because he has, according to our information, agreed to join the Azure club. Although the Dane (35) is under contract until 2023 with Leicester, where he has been playing since 2011, he is able to sign for free in a foreign team this summer, provided that the Foxes find him a replacement. They have not yet succeeded and this is what is currently blocking the arrival of Peter Schmeichel's son on the Côte d'Azur. 21 minutes ago, KingsX said: OP's post based on the l'Equipe piece Has anyone ever heard of that version of a Bosman? This is the first time I’ve read of any rule like that but that doesn’t mean it hadn’t existed. It makes no sense at all. I imagine something is lost in translation as in Kasper is “free to leave” as long as we can bring in a replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly Posted 26 July 2022 Share Posted 26 July 2022 1 minute ago, The_77 said: Has anyone ever heard of that version of a Bosman? This is the first time I’ve read of any rule like that but that doesn’t mean it hadn’t existed. It makes no sense at all. I imagine something is lost in translation as in Kasper is “free to leave” as long as we can bring in a replacement. I’d imagine it’s a “gentleman’s agreement”, as Kasper wants European football, we’re screwed on wages and he’s close to Top. If you’re Ward or even potentially Iversen, you’re also now asking for a move though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MPH Posted 26 July 2022 Popular Post Share Posted 26 July 2022 He is a genuine club legend. A fantastic professional and has won us way more points then he’s cost us. He’s been our best keeper since Shilton and I’ll be sad to see him go- it will be the end of an iconic era. But it’s the right time. We need to rebuild and without any European income we can not afford to carry players on the decline. We’ll be able to get a very good replacement in and save some money in wages also. Unfortunately that’s what we need to do this season. a word of warning to everyone though. Please don’t judge Kaspers replacement by the man himself. It will be very difficult to get someone in at this stage who is as good as Kasper has been. No winger since Mahrez has been good enough and no striker brought in since Vardy’s rise will be either. we’ve set ourselves an extremely high standard to follow and it will be tough to do so. 18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HybridFox Posted 26 July 2022 Share Posted 26 July 2022 I do feel sad if true. But can't fault his commitment during his time here for a move that Leeds didn't even bother to consult him about. Club legend and probably the 3rd greatest keeper here after Banks and Shilton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon the Hat Posted 26 July 2022 Share Posted 26 July 2022 Of course a sad day, but no doubt it is time, and he deserves to move at a time of his choosing - of course respecting the club. Ward and Iverson are good enough to fight it out imo, to save vast wages and focus money elsewhere. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Deeg67 Posted 26 July 2022 Popular Post Share Posted 26 July 2022 I don’t see replacing Kasper as anything remotely like replacing Mahrez TBH. Apples and oranges - completely different in terms of intangibles, and to be frank Schmeichel is nowhere near as elite at his position as Mahrez is. What you’ll likely see is a trade off- we get worse in terms of shot stopping, better in terms of distribution and set pieces. With this likely to be a mediocre season and wages/general budget being a big issue, I’d as soon give Iverson and Ward a season to audition rather than pay big money for another keeper. The elephant in the room here is what happens in terms of the team chemistry. Kasper was at the center of the player power circle, and clearly an enormous influence in the locker room. That aspect of the club is going to change in a big way. For better or worse - though I’m not convinced the club will be sorry to see that appen. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPH Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 45 minutes ago, Deeg67 said: I don’t see replacing Kasper as anything remotely like replacing Mahrez TBH. Apples and oranges - completely different in terms of intangibles, and to be frank Schmeichel is nowhere near as elite at his position as Mahrez is. What you’ll likely see is a trade off- we get worse in terms of shot stopping, better in terms of distribution and set pieces. With this likely to be a mediocre season and wages/general budget being a big issue, I’d as soon give Iverson and Ward a season to audition rather than pay big money for another keeper. The elephant in the room here is what happens in terms of the team chemistry. Kasper was at the center of the player power circle, and clearly an enormous influence in the locker room. That aspect of the club is going to change in a big way. For better or worse - though I’m not convinced the club will be sorry to see that appen. you’re right. Kasper has been far more important to the club than Mahrez simply because of the longevity of his stay, his commitment and his leadership. he’s been stand our performer has never camped out in an airport he’s never disrespected us in the media and has always been grateful to be here 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg67 Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 27 minutes ago, MPH said: you’re right. Kasper has been far more important to the club than Mahrez simply because of the longevity of his stay, his commitment and his leadership. he’s been stand our performer has never camped out in an airport he’s never disrespected us in the media and has always been grateful to be here None of which changes the fact that as a player, he’s far easier to replace than Mahrez. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MPH Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 (edited) 21 minutes ago, Deeg67 said: None of which changes the fact that as a player, he’s far easier to replace than Mahrez. but has given us a far greater contribution than Mahrez did! Edited 27 July 2022 by MPH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phenom Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 8 minutes ago, MPH said: but has given us a far greater contribution than Mahrez did! And easier to replace. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 The three hardest players to replace from 15/16 were Vardy, Mahrez and Kante. They were the three players that added the gold dust to an incredible team. What Kasper has given us for 10 years, is a great goalkeeper. He isn’t push the worlds elite like those three though. He’s been a great servant to the club though and a leader on and off the pitch. Similar to the loss of Morgan and Fuchs last season, this will have an impact. It’s a shame Tielemans may be off within 12 months, as he’s the leader we’ll need right now. It’s similar to what happened with Joe Hart in many ways, however will a millions times more grace. We could improve here if this is done correctly. Sanchez is the goalkeeper we’d like, however the fee Brighton would want is crazy. Leno won’t happen unless we don’t pay a fee or he halves his wages. His wages aren’t dissimilar to Kasper. Lafont has loads of upside. Not sure on the language / communication. It would help having Fofana in front of him. Let’s just swap Soyuncu with Saliba as well eh Brendan? I’d really like us to go for Diogo Costa at FC Porto. Maarten Vandevoordt at Genk would be an option, however he doesn’t have the games under his belt really. Or …. We just go with Iversen. Whichever root we take it’s a risk! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dahnsouff Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 (edited) @Sly Would love us to be really brava and sign Maarten Vandevoordt Edited 27 July 2022 by Dahnsouff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bergen fox Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 If kasper loves r club he will take a wage reduction and see out his time with us. highly doubtful though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SafewayFox Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 Just now, Kent-Fox said: If kasper loves r club he will take a wage reduction and see out his time with us. highly doubtful though. Whilst I love the sentiment. Kasper most likely does love the club/owners/players but he is also a man with a family to provide for, with a limited number of years left playing professionally. Who wouldn’t want to retire in a lovely place like Nice, earning some serious wedge and genuinely competing for the top 4/5 places in Ligue 1. It was always going to happen but thanks for the memories Kasper. I just hope we have a genuine replacement lined up. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SemperEadem Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 To me it felt he doesn't ‘love the club’ as such but loves the Srivaddhanaprabha family. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 37 minutes ago, Dahnsouff said: @Sly Would love us to be really brava and sign Maarten Vandevoordt Yes, he’s going to be class. I wonder if we’d have gone brave then sent him to OHL to begin with, for experience etc. I don’t think he’s ready for the Premier League yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 (edited) Let’s be honest though, watching the highlight reels of all potential replacements, it’s striking just how many don’t catch the ball, and more worryingly, if making the save it’s going back into the area for follow up strikers. The difference between being a good shot stopper, and a great shot stopper is where the ball goes once you’ve made it. Kasper max like De Gea etc, are great shot stoppers. Iversen/ Ward aren’t at that level, so we will conceded goals on the rebound if we go down that root, whilst he learns. Keepers have a priority: Be able to save. Be able to catch. Be commanding in the area. One on Ones. Communication. Distribution. Playing out from the back. We’ll do well to find a keeper that covers half of those well. Edited 27 July 2022 by Sly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bergen fox Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 22 minutes ago, SafewayFox said: Whilst I love the sentiment. Kasper most likely does love the club/owners/players but he is also a man with a family to provide for, with a limited number of years left playing professionally. Who wouldn’t want to retire in a lovely place like Nice, earning some serious wedge and genuinely competing for the top 4/5 places in Ligue 1. It was always going to happen but thanks for the memories Kasper. I just hope we have a genuine replacement lined up. Family to provide for. 7 mill a year not anuf for him? Yes moving to a great location. But poor league. I wish him all the best still. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taupe Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 So.... when do you think he'll actually go? Are we're all assuming it's before the start of the season? With us to let him go without bringing in a replacement? Or is he here, as Equipe said, until we bring someone in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitesh Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 Expecting this to be announced before Sunday and a farewell for him at the Sevilla game. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozvaldo Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 Goodnight sweet prince. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John rayner Posted 27 July 2022 Share Posted 27 July 2022 8 minutes ago, taupe said: So.... when do you think he'll actually go? Are we're all assuming it's before the start of the season? With us to let him go without bringing in a replacement? Or is he here, as Equipe said, until we bring someone in? Why do we need to bring in another keeper when we have ward and iversen you would have thought ward would have taken over from kasper and iversen as our 2nd keeper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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