Popular Post VLC86 Posted 30 January 2023 Popular Post Share Posted 30 January 2023 29 minutes ago, SheppyFox said: Don’t forget with our facilities and better individual players, you may well see a new improved version of Harrison. Genuinely, is this a joke? 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicolo Barella Posted 30 January 2023 Share Posted 30 January 2023 38 minutes ago, SheppyFox said: Don’t forget with our facilities and better individual players, you may well see a new improved version of Harrison. This is exactly what I said when we signed Perez 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcfcbluearmy Posted 30 January 2023 Share Posted 30 January 2023 25 minutes ago, South Shire Fox said: Think its more the fact hes 26 and from a fellow Prem club so its an inflated price with little future sell on value. Will be on big wages aswell when theres far better value out there. As ive said in a previous post, could you imagine a well run club like a Brighton or Brentford paying 20 million plus for Jack Harrison? I cant, its a lazy signing imo I could not sure who there is better out there that we could get for 20 million either not a lot of money (for football) in these inflated times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jordan Posted 31 January 2023 Popular Post Share Posted 31 January 2023 (edited) At first I wasn’t so sure about this, because Harrison is always going to be a very one-footed player, the asking price seemed too steep, and because I think other positions should be a bigger priority in the transfer market (CB, and I think City need to start addressing their CM issues now). But over the last few days, I am really warming up to this move for a few reasons: First, if City do buy him, they’re not going to get him for what Leeds is asking for. Reading between the lines on the latest news reports, I get the feeling that Leeds would be softening their stance and any fee would look more like £20m than £30m+. Also, Harrison can play on both wings and could also do somewhat of a job in the hole, too. £20m is fair for a decent player that has ready-made versatility. The club scouting/transfer network may also see in Harrison a player that is a better fit for Rodgers’ style of play than Leeds. Harrison’s work rate is evident, but keep in mind that he’s been playing Bielsa-ball and Marsch’s full press system. Harrison is a City Football Group-raised player, and let’s be real: all the things about the CFG/Pep style are all things that Brendan Rodgers aspires to coach. Harrison is by all accounts a hard worker, very dedicated pro, will take the time to study tactics, goes out every now and then but is a momma’s boy … basically, he fits the profile of a Brendan Rodgers player. Finally, in the interest of full disclosure: I would personally appreciate this move because I used to watch Harrison when he started his pro career at NYCFC. Everyone could tell immediately that Jack was going to outgrow MLS very quickly. He was a great kid on and off the pitch, and I’m glad to see that he’s gone on to establish himself as a legit Premier League player even if I don’t like the other teams he’s played for. Edited 31 January 2023 by Jordan 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_77 Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 I’ve seen him beat the first man with his corners, GERRIMIN. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_77 Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 10 minutes ago, The_77 said: I’ve seen him beat the first man with his corners, GERRIMIN. He also once replied to my friend’s DM on Instagram with a thoughtful message about dealing with an injury. Another one for the GERRIMIN column. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg67 Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 1 hour ago, Costock_Fox said: Genuinely, is this a joke? My very reaction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg67 Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 4 hours ago, alanf0x said: I just got…Left wing, hugs touchline . Best first touch I’ve ever seen (no jokes). Quick and a hammer of a left foot but crossing is so unpredictable. Would swap with Barnes though, he always scores past us… Hugs the touchline? Harrison? No, not remotely. Where he scored against Accrington is very typical of where he gets his goals and assists from. I also don’t buy that he’s egregiously one-footed. He’s no KDH, that’s for sure - he uses both feet effectively over the course of a match. My main issue with him is that if you watch him a lot, he can disappear for long stretches (but then that’s a problem with a lot of creative players). The upside is that even when he’s not creating chances he’s providing some value as a presser and additional body defensively. I know that sounds a bit like a left-sided Perez but that’s not Harrison, he’s a far more creative player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vindaloo FOX Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 Would take him for right price. But don't see it happening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LestaLad Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 (edited) Wowwww Souttar and now pushing for Harrison.. What a start to deadline day Edited 31 January 2023 by LestaLad 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coalvillefox Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 (edited) 1 minute ago, LestaLad said: Wowwww deadline day We've gone from scraping loose change together to pay the tea lady to big spending Chelsea in less than week. If we can get 4 players in key positions out of this transfer window then we will have worked a small miracle. Edited 31 January 2023 by coalvillefox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg67 Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 6 minutes ago, LestaLad said: Wowwww Souttar and now pushing for Harrison.. What a start to deadline day I would assume that’s Zaniolo, as I haven’t seen seriously them linked to anyone else I would consider an “offensive player”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glebe_sydneyfox Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 I'm starting to think that for £20mil this is a sensible signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoxesWalk Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 Just now, glebe_sydneyfox said: I'm starting to think that for £20mil this is a sensible signing. For £20m it is, but doubt Leeds accept that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stinkenzo Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 10 minutes ago, Deeg67 said: I would assume that’s Zaniolo, as I haven’t seen seriously them linked to anyone else I would consider an “offensive player”. Zaniolo is one of the nicest footballers you're ever likely to meet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrickyTrevLeftPeg Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 Can't see this happening. Things would need to get moving quickly this morning and sounds.like Leeds are not desperate to sell. So we will have to pay over the odds for a player with no resale down the line. If we don't get a decision early doors we'll move onto other targets instead of putting all our eggs in one basket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shiv Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 Just now, TrickyTrevLeftPeg said: Can't see this happening. Things would need to get moving quickly this morning and sounds.like Leeds are not desperate to sell. So we will have to pay over the odds for a player with no resale down the line. If we don't get a decision early doors we'll move onto other targets instead of putting all our eggs in one basket. I’m really not sure why people keeping thinking £20-25m is over the odds. When you see the figures being thrown around these days it’s really not a lot of money for an experienced PL player with solid stats. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SecretPro Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 Just now, shiv said: I’m really not sure why people keeping thinking £20-25m is over the odds. When you see the figures being thrown around these days it’s really not a lot of money for an experienced PL player with solid stats. £40m+ for Gallagher for instance 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coalvillefox Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 1 minute ago, shiv said: I’m really not sure why people keeping thinking £20-25m is over the odds. When you see the figures being thrown around these days it’s really not a lot of money for an experienced PL player with solid stats. Is he any better than Anthony Gordon who is apparently worth twice that. For someone with proven PL ability and can hit the ground running, I think £20m is a bargain 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyCleary Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 How can we afford this but not lookman ffs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ric Flair Posted 31 January 2023 Popular Post Share Posted 31 January 2023 Just now, RyCleary said: How can we afford this but not lookman ffs Wesley Fofana?? 11 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kierzz Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 8 hours ago, Jordan said: At first I wasn’t so sure about this, because Harrison is always going to be a very one-footed player, the asking price seemed too steep, and because I think other positions should be a bigger priority in the transfer market (CB, and I think City need to start addressing their CM issues now). But over the last few days, I am really warming up to this move for a few reasons: First, if City do buy him, they’re not going to get him for what Leeds is asking for. Reading between the lines on the latest news reports, I get the feeling that Leeds would be softening their stance and any fee would look more like £20m than £30m+. Also, Harrison can play on both wings and could also do somewhat of a job in the hole, too. £20m is fair for a decent player that has ready-made versatility. The club scouting/transfer network may also see in Harrison a player that is a better fit for Rodgers’ style of play than Leeds. Harrison’s work rate is evident, but keep in mind that he’s been playing Bielsa-ball and Marsch’s full press system. Harrison is a City Football Group-raised player, and let’s be real: all the things about the CFG/Pep style are all things that Brendan Rodgers aspires to coach. Harrison is by all accounts a hard worker, very dedicated pro, will take the time to study tactics, goes out every now and then but is a momma’s boy … basically, he fits the profile of a Brendan Rodgers player. Finally, in the interest of full disclosure: I would personally appreciate this move because I used to watch Harrison when he started his pro career at NYCFC. Everyone could tell immediately that Jack was going to outgrow MLS very quickly. He was a great kid on and off the pitch, and I’m glad to see that he’s gone on to establish himself as a legit Premier League player even if I don’t like the other teams he’s played for. Yep totally agree. I think the fact Harrison has successfully played Bielsa ball and displayed the incredible work rate and commitment that requires, in addition to playing under Pep, these will both be key reasons to why Rodgers and his recruitment team are targeting him. Both of those details are difficult to account for in his stats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SecretPro Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 1 minute ago, RyCleary said: How can we afford this but not lookman ffs I'm assuming it's because Top has suddenly realised he's going to have to buy his way out if trouble. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesta Legend Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 Just now, RyCleary said: How can we afford this but not lookman ffs We’d clearly want to have signed Lookman but it was very obvious back then that we weren’t spending until we had sold some players. With relegation a real possibility the owners know what needs to be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasyls Pec Deck Posted 31 January 2023 Share Posted 31 January 2023 8 hours ago, Costock_Fox said: Genuinely, is this a joke? We’re world class at getting players into the treatment room Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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