Certainly didn't tear up the paddock when I saw him play at Napier.
2014/15 Transfer Speculation
Andy Bevan must be about done with University soon, maybe worth a look?
Always thought he was quality.
Taken from Contracted Players thread:
3 spots left assuming JBS signs his deal. Burfoot, Payne & an attacker maybe?I dont think Payne will be getting picked up by TFC, as nothing has happened yet and he is back in Blackburn now. We should have a decent amount of cap available, so we could aim for a high profile Aussie striker (McDonald? Kennedy?). I would like to keep Iffy but I think its more likely he will be an injury replacement option.
Kennedy will still have better options left in Japan where he excelled at Nagoya. He might be too slow for us by now, even if the money was right (and I doubt it would be).
McDonald has his best scoring years behind him - he wisely decided to continue in the UK rather than playing his final years at home in front of less-than-appreciative A-League fans.
My South Melbourne firend reckons Musa and Eager were best on the park in the weekend.
My South Melbourne firend reckons Musa and Eager were best on the park in the weekend.
My South Melbourne firend reckons Musa and Eager were best on the park in the weekend.
It seems like James Musa has really stepped up a notch since his time with the Phoenix. Wouldn't be surprised to see him back, even if it's not this year.
He is a superb player. He would love it here:
"Unlike many of his counterparts, he prefers to keep a low media profile and generally lives a quiet private life."
Update:
On 24 April 2014, Olić signed a new two-year deal with VFL Wolfsburg.
He is a superb player. He would love it here:
"Unlike many of his counterparts, he prefers to keep a low media profile and generally lives a quiet private life."
Hahahahaha. Someone's been telling porkies.
My South Melbourne firend reckons Musa and Eager were best on the park in the weekend.
Eager > Lia
Much cheaper too I would guess.
My South Melbourne firend reckons Musa and Eager were best on the park in the weekend.
Certainly drums beating for Eager here huh?
Still wouldn't hurt to try a few NZ players from outside Auckland City...
Thought Musa was good at the Olypmics...He'd be better than Adams you'd have to think...
My South Melbourne firend reckons Musa and Eager were best on the park in the weekend.
Eager > Lia
Much cheaper too I would guess.
Christ we tried.....
and no thanks to musa - looks like footballer...but isnt really.
and no thanks to musa - looks like footballer...but isnt really.
Disagree. Expect another A-League club to pick him up in the next season or so
Grandma > Lia
Fixed
Hope so Mr diddy - he must have improved in Aust/Uk something awesome....
My South Melbourne firend reckons Musa and Eager were best on the park in the weekend.
Eager > Lia
Much cheaper too I would guess.
Yeah but he's a great guy and he has a "good engine" so give him a job for life
and no thanks to musa - looks like footballer...but isnt really.
Disagree. Expect another A-League club to pick him up in the next season or so
Seriously? I didn't think he particularly stood out in the ASB Prem this past season.
Both were definitely brilliant and have gotten us cleansheets in our last 3 games. both of their passing ability is exceptional and their positioning is brilliant as well. Musa got a very good assist against Hume 3 weeks ago, making a run down the left with the ball and passing it for the player to score. definitely very impressed with these 2, could definitely see Eagar playing A League.
but does Ernie read the forums???
but does Ernie read the forums???
He could base his entire decision making on them
but does Ernie read the forums???
He could base his entire decision making on them
I love it when people on here think they have all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and assume Ernie Merrick has never heard of him.
but does Ernie read the forums???
He could base his entire decision making on them
I love it when people on here think they have all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and assume Ernie Merrick has never heard of him.
I love it when Ernie Merrick has all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and people on here have never heard of him. #alex
What about picking up Jamie Doris?
20 year old kiwi midfielder, formerly at Hibernian in Scotland.
Has played for NZ under 20s.
http://www.transfermarkt.com/en/jamie-doris/profil/spieler_131063.html
Is he even playing football still?
Played for Berwick Rangers reserves in u-21 reserve league of Scottish League 2 (fourth tier) last season (see last post):
https://www.yellowfever.co.nz/categories/kiwi-players-overseas/topics/jamie-doris-hibernian-u19
But not listed as a player there this season:
http://www.berwickrangersfc.co.uk/f-reserves/res-team-profiles.html
Could find no info on his current whereabouts. Never made the first team at Berwick in the Scottish fourth tier, so probably not good enough for the Phoenix and at age 21 I'd guess he's probably considering options outside of pro football.
but does Ernie read the forums???
He could base his entire decision making on them
I love it when people on here think they have all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and assume Ernie Merrick has never heard of him.
I love it when Ernie Merrick has all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and people on here have never heard of him. #alex
but does Ernie read the forums???
He could base his entire decision making on them
I love it when people on here think they have all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and assume Ernie Merrick has never heard of him.
I love it when Ernie Merrick has all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and people on here have never heard of him. #alex
Maybe they meant #albert
Lets be honest here, Ernie Merrick must know a lot about Chris James, Aaron Clapham, Michael Eagar etc. I think we can safely assume every New Zealand football player on the edge of professional football (or in Chris James' case is a current All White) is well known to the club.
The real questions should be why does he not think they're Wellington Phoenix material, and why are Vince Lia and Manny Muscat better options?
Is it possible for anyone to ask? Would he say it on the pod? Does it take a Dom Post/NZ Herald/APN reporter to ask?
Lets be honest here, Ernie Merrick must know a lot about Chris James, Aaron Clapham, Michael Eagar etc. I think we can safely assume every New Zealand football player on the edge of professional football (or in Chris James' case is a current All White) is well known to the club.
The real questions should be why does he not think they're Wellington Phoenix material, and why are Vince Lia and Manny Muscat better options?
Is it possible for anyone to ask? Would he say it on the pod? Does it take a Dom Post/NZ Herald/APN reporter to ask?
He's away at the moment but we have him booked in for the podcast when he comes back in June.
Hope he is scouting players
Hope he is scouting players
He's not. I believe he is doing some sort of coaching licence.
but does Ernie read the forums???
He could base his entire decision making on them
I love it when people on here think they have all of this knowledge on an outstanding player and assume Ernie Merrick has never heard of him.
I love it when Ernie Merrick has all of this knowledge on (ANY) player and people on here have never heard of him. #alex
Maybe they meant #albert
(FIXED).
I read somewhere Alejandro Gorrin prefers to go by the name of Alex
Doesnt Lady Gaga have a song called Alejandro or something? Chant sorted.
Will be interesting to see what sort of final shape the squad is in by the time the English visitors arrive in town in late July. Will the final squad be pretty well finalised by then? Or will Newcastle and West ham face a fair few trailists?
Ernie has stated be wants the squad completed by the time preseason starts.
http://memberships.ticketek.co.nz/PHOENIX/Home.aspx
Hernandez and Brockie notable frontline players missing from the photo advertising memberships for next season, possibly being shopped around - I reckon Ernie/Welnix wouldn't mind pocketing a bit of cash for both.
Notable absentees also include Fenton, Riera and Krishna.
Love the thought processes Oska
I know I should know this but who is the player next to Moss? He worries me being in this photo over a Riera or Fenton, who are somewhat more photogenic
I know I should know this but who is the player next to Moss? He worries me being in this photo over a Riera or Fenton, who are somewhat more photogenic
Hint: That guy has been with the Nix since the beginning.
I know I should know this but who is the player next to Moss? He worries me being in this photo over a Riera or Fenton, who are somewhat more photogenic
Hint: That guy has been with the Nix since the beginning.
Lia, my favourite player.
Christ, mind blank. He really does need to grow his hair back. He used to be a good looking man.