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Doloras wrote:
[QUOTE=tpmyhill] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tjeerd_Korf


But he's a striker, I thought Terry Ricki said it was an attacking mid.

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therein lieth the problem..most of our strikers are in fact attacking midfileders so obvious slip of the tongue to make.

A small town in Europe........looking to bounce straight back up....well that aint going to happen

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Sure in the interview i heard he mentioned a mid and a striker and that the stiker was nearly a done deal.

GET YOUR SHIRTS OFF FOR THE BOYS

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Considering greats like Gregory Duruz played in the top level in Switzerland the simple fact this mystery man has been playing in a top tier competition in continental Europe doesn't excite me too much.
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el grapadura wrote:
Steve-O wrote:

Doloras wrote:
Ricki specifically said it's a good league by Euro standards, which kind of rules out the SPL.

 
He also said the first division of that league and not the Premier...
 
Pretty sure many SPL players could come here and do quite a good job. Liam Miller this season I expect big things from, for example.


For most leagues in Europe, first division is the top division.
 
I got the impression Ricki meant the 2nd tier (don't know why, just did). Time will tell.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone

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loyalgunner wrote:
Considering greats like Gregory Duruz played in the top level in Switzerland the simple fact this mystery man has been playing in a top tier competition in continental Europe doesn't excite me too much.


He's the kind of player I'm expecting.  Not sure many on here would remember him from the old Knights days though.
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Yeah I emember him - he was solid but not spectacular - remember him getting sent off at NH Stadium for absolutely scything someone in half - Mori maybe? Black 5 gave him man of the match.

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Did anyone else get the impression that this mystery player was available because his side had been relegated - not sure where I got that from but was my impression... james dean2011-07-19 23:07:02

Normo's coming home

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maybe because he has an out clause...

A small town in Europe........looking to bounce straight back up....well that aint going to happen

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Could be someone who is at the end of their contract, but the club has an option to extend it. Similar to how we missed out on Joel Porter a few seasons ago.
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My bet is on Andreas Lasnik

First thing i picked up on was "continental Europe" which ruled out England, Scotland, etc. And then "agent having brought other players to the A-League" and "players from the same league having done well over here"... Eredivisie. Some notable players of late are Van Djik, Worm, Zwaanswijk, Sibon,

Also the speculation around 'out clauses' for relegated sides - only one side was relegated from the Eredivisie last season and that was Willem II. Their top goal scorer is an attacking midfielder, and this was posted on their website last month (translated by Google)

"Juha Hakola and Andreas Lasnik have technical manager Marc van Hintum let us know using the clause in their contract that allows to leave William II. The pair has no new employer, but will not be present Monday when the Tricolores prepare for the new season to start. Both Hakola and Lasnik played a season for Willem II. The Finnish striker was, in part because of injury and illness to 17 games and 3 goals in Tilburg service. Andreas Lasnik played 34 games and scored 9 times."

He also only played once internationally - for Austria, in a friendly against England but was never selected again after that, so probably isnt too fussed about leaving Europe all together. The only thing is that hes 27, but turning 28 this year. Im putting that down to just a simple miscommunication however 
AJ132011-07-20 14:27:13
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Lasnik's blog, updated on Sunday, via Google translate wrote:

now have received inquiries from many countries, but by no means something I want to rush things. Since I am contractually free, I am free to change in the location and the age of 27 I am in the prime-age footballers, and as the next step must be carefully considered. The club and I have to fit together easily.


HOLY CRAP Lasnik is wearing a stripey already:

Doloras2011-07-20 14:49:37

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Doloras wrote:
Lasnik's blog, updated on Sunday, via Google translate wrote:

now have received inquiries from many countries, but by no means something I want to rush things. Since I am contractually free, I am free to change in the location and the age of 27 I am in the prime-age footballers, and as the next step must be carefully considered. The club and I have to fit together easily.


HOLY CRAP Lasnik is wearing a stripey already:

 
 
 
Bet he looks like a Napoleon Wrasse from side on...
 

"Ive just re-visited this and once again realised that C-Diddy is a genius - a drunk, Newcastle bred disgrace - but a genius." - Hard News, 11:39am 4th June 2009

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and we missed out on this one because???
 
..need Daniel to network..
 
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Maycon Joins Growing Heart Samba Brigade
Tuesday, 19 July 2011

Melbourne Heart FC�s brigade of samba stars has expanded to three following the signing of Brazilian striker Maycon Carvalho Inez.

The 24-year-old has joined Heart on a one-year deal and becomes the Club�s fifth signing this off-season following the acquisition of fellow Brazilian Fred, David Williams, Mate Dugandzic and Curtis Good.

Head Coach John van�t Schip says Maycon is capable of playing an important role for Heart during the upcoming Hyundai A-League season.

�We are excited to have Maycon with us and he brings some great technical and striking qualities to the squad,� he said.

�Maycon is more of a traditional number 9 with a good penalty box sense, a very good work ethic and at 24 years of age, a lot of improvement ahead of him.

�With the signings of Dugandzic and Williams, Maycon provides real depth and variety to our attack and another option in the front third.�

Having featured for Nova Iguacu during the recently completed Rio de Janeiro State Championship, widely regarded as one of the strongest competitions in Brazil, Maycon arrives at Heart on the back of a strong season.

Scoring six times throughout the campaign, including against giants Vasco de Gama, Maycon helped guide his side to a mid-table finish behind the likes of Ronaldinho�s Flamengo, Fluminense and Botafogo

A small town in Europe........looking to bounce straight back up....well that aint going to happen

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maybe noone likes Daniel?

Queenslander 3x a year.

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The hit and miss ratio for Brazilians in this league is still hugely weighted towards miss.

How's my driving? - Whine here

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Hard News wrote:
The hit and miss ratio for Brazilians in this league is still hugely weighted towards miss.
 

"Ive just re-visited this and once again realised that C-Diddy is a genius - a drunk, Newcastle bred disgrace - but a genius." - Hard News, 11:39am 4th June 2009

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That Lasnik chap is a tall one.6ft 8 if you believe wikipedia lol but he doesn't look that big so i doubt that number.

Also saw Stephan Keller signed with Willem hahaha
raynes2011-07-20 17:15:45
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Anyone looked at his website?

http://www.andreaslasnik.com/ with google translate.

1.84m (not 6'8)

"I have been compared since the youth again and again with David Beckham. I personally think that this was not always an advantage for me. So I was accused from time to time that I am more interested in my looks than for football."

Also says in blog post a couple of days ago he would be happy to stay in Holland if offered...

Revel2011-07-20 17:24:15
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"Beckham is a w*nker
He really is a prick
And when he's shagging Posh
She dreams about Lasnik."Doloras2011-07-20 17:22:25

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Doloras wrote:
"Beckham is a w*nker
He really is a prick
And when he's shagging Posh
She dreams about Lasnik."


10/10. This is as good its going to get!

Can we offer her an official title for creating chants or something along those lines, please??
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plagarised version of the Posh ones...a list of non publishable ones are on the net if you search for them.  Good football themed one tho...

A small town in Europe........looking to bounce straight back up....well that aint going to happen

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Ankit wrote:

Doloras wrote:
"Beckham is a w*nker
He really is a prick
And when he's shagging Posh
She dreams about Lasnik."
10/10. This is as good its going to get!Can we offer her an official title for creating chants or something along those lines, please??


Stealing other chants is as good as it's going to get? We may as well be Liverpool fans then.

Three for me, and two for them.

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There's no such thing as originality in folk music, and football chants are folk music.

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nice use of "folk(ed)" to avoid the swear filter
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We're still expecting a big European signing this week, yes?
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Lasnik has been asked on his FB page if he's coming to NZ.

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loyalgunner wrote:
We're still expecting a big European signing this week, yes?



Thats was what I thought to ????????
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I think it was 'hoping' to announce this week.
 
I get the impression it's close but not over the line yet.

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Any other inside goss? Can't believe the boys from 442 didn't pick up on the mystery man scoop.

ive got a song that wont take long, Adelaide are rubbish.. the second verse is same as the first.. ADELAIDE ARE RUBBISH

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Scottishbhoy wrote:
Any other inside goss? Can't believe the boys from 442 didn't pick up on the mystery man scoop.
 
That's probably because a) it's a rumour, so it's not actually news yet, which leads to b) so no one outside of here would care.
Anyways, I'm pretty sure someone posted the article.
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KiwiChick1 wrote:
Scottishbhoy wrote:
Any other inside goss? Can't believe the boys from 442 didn't pick up on the mystery man scoop.


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That's probably because a) it's a rumour, so it's not actually news yet, which leads to b) so no one outside of here would care.

Anyways, I'm pretty sure someone posted the article.


was speaking to Kevin, one of the editors and he hadn't seen or heard anything about it.

ive got a song that wont take long, Adelaide are rubbish.. the second verse is same as the first.. ADELAIDE ARE RUBBISH

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Scottishbhoy wrote:
KiwiChick1 wrote:
Scottishbhoy wrote:
Any other inside goss? Can't believe the boys from 442 didn't pick up on the mystery man scoop.


That's probably because a) it's a rumour, so it's not actually news yet, which leads to b) so no one outside of here would care.

Anyways, I'm pretty sure someone posted the article.


was speaking to Kevin, one of the editors and he hadn't seen or heard anything about it.


Well there you go then. And it'd be really nice if next time you join in a discussion (please do, I'm sick of being the only Kiwi) you could do it without insulting people for no particular reason.
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KiwiChick1 wrote:

Scottishbhoy wrote:
KiwiChick1 wrote:
Scottishbhoy wrote:
Any other inside goss? Can't believe the boys from 442 didn't pick up on the mystery man scoop.



That's probably because a) it's a rumour, so it's not actually news yet, which leads to b) so no one outside of here would care.

Anyways, I'm pretty sure someone posted the article.


was speaking to Kevin, one of the editors and he hadn't seen or heard anything about it.
Well there you go then. And it'd be really nice if next time you join in a discussion (please do, I'm sick of being the only Kiwi) you could do it without insulting people for no particular reason.


You've nailed it. He's a kiwi they're aussie. There is your reason.
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I was in England a few days ago and spent a bit of time watching Sc**thorpe United (lrecently relegated from the championship) during their pre season friendly matches. Just to add, Sc**thorpe beat New Zealand 5-1 a few years ago.. they are a good side. Sc**thorpe United played Winterton town and to my surprise, this Winterton side matched Sc**thorpe and looked to have some very good talent. There are plenty of players in the lower leagues that just miss out for various reasons and never quite make it. I've always wondered... do the Phoenix have scouts in forgein countries? The English conference should be seriously looked at I reckon
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Nz Seb wrote:
I was in England a few days ago and spent a bit of time watching Sc**thorpe United (lrecently relegated from the championship) during their pre season friendly matches. Just to add, Sc**thorpe beat New Zealand 5-1 a few years ago.. they are a good side. Sc**thorpe United played Winterton town and to my surprise, this Winterton side matched Sc**thorpe and looked to have some very good talent. There are plenty of players in the lower leagues that just miss out for various reasons and never quite make it. I've always wondered... do the Phoenix have scouts in forgein countries? The English conference should be seriously looked at I reckon
 
Some English Conference players are probably on more than the Phoenix can pay. Seriously. That's not to say an offer shouldn't be made as some may want the lifestyle change etc too, like Ifill and Greenacre.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone

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ok I just did some maths:

Distance from Buenos Aires to Wellington is 9980.63 Kilometers
Distance from Buenos Aires to Manchester is 11151.98 Kilometers

Therefore Wellington is closer to argentina than Manchester
Therefore Carlos Tevez would prefer the Nix over MCFC

City want 50mill for Tevez, we are getting 100mill soon
We have a new forwards coach who played for city

Obviously, Carlos Tevez will sign for nix in the next 48hours


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Strong kiwi dollar should help too - the old pound really doesn't go a long way at the moment

Normo's coming home

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playwithFire wrote:
ok I just did some maths:

Distance from Buenos Aires to Wellington is 9980.63 Kilometers
Distance from Buenos Aires to Manchester is 11151.98 Kilometers

Therefore Wellington is closer to argentina than Manchester
Therefore Carlos Tevez would prefer the Nix over MCFC

City want 50mill for Tevez, we are getting 100mill soon
We have a new forwards coach who played for city

Obviously, Carlos Tevez will sign for nix in the next 48hours



You mad Euro fags?
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