I see they're playing him out of position...
Rob Atkinson named in League One team of the season! Great work Rob (but still not in my top 3!!!)
I see they're playing him out of position...
Rob Atkinson named in League One team of the season! Great work Rob (but still not in my top 3!!!)
That squad cap is looking mighty tricky to work around unless we can find buyers for some of the fringe players. 2 left backs, a centre back and 2 wingers needed as a minimum but we only have 2 squad places left. Possibly a midfielder needed too with Forde, Kelly and Lee on their way out currently.Opening post updated to include McGuane and the confirmation that Henry has another year left before option trigger decision.
Which sees the following situation for the first team squad for next season.
Under contract for 21/22 and beyond:
1. Stevens (End of 23/24)
2. Eastwood (End of 23/24)
3. Long (End of 23/24)
4. Atkinson (End of 22/23)
5. Moore (End of 21/22)
6. McNally (End of 23/24)
7. Hanson (End of 21/22)
8. Clare (End of 22/23)
9. Brannagan (End of 22/23)
10. Cooper (End of 22/23)
11. Agyei (End of 21/22)
12. Taylor (End of 22/23)
13. Winnall (End of 21/22 + year option)
14. Osei-Yaw (End of 21/22)
15. Gorrin (End of 21/22)
16. Sykes (End of 21/22)
17. Henry (End of 21/22 + year option)
18. McGuane (End of 23/24)
Out of Contract:
Forde
Hall
Mousinho (Club Option)
Ruffels (Talks Started)
Loans Ending:
Barker
Grayson
Kelly
Lee
Shodipo
No doubt they’ll be a few players on the list who the club might look to be moved on (permanently or season loans) in the summer Osei, Cooper, Hanson could be that, then there’s going to be interest in Moore Atkinson Brannagan it’s whether we can keep hold them or as many as possibleThat squad cap is looking mighty tricky to work around unless we can find buyers for some of the fringe players. 2 left backs, a centre back and 2 wingers needed as a minimum but we only have 2 squad places left. Possibly a midfielder needed too with Forde, Kelly and Lee on their way out currently.
He won’t let all 3 goNo doubt they’ll be a few players on the list who the club might look to be moved on (permanently or season loans) in the summer Osei, Cooper, Hanson could be that, then there’s going to be interest in Moore Atkinson Brannagan it’s whether we can keep hold them or as many as possible
That squad cap is looking mighty tricky to work around unless we can find buyers for some of the fringe players. 2 left backs, a centre back and 2 wingers needed as a minimum but we only have 2 squad places left. Possibly a midfielder needed too with Forde, Kelly and Lee on their way out currently.
Fingers crossed we get something sensible like 25 (or no cap at all). 2 for each of the 11 positions with space for some luxury/utility players should be the minimum allowed, otherwise the league is effectively condemning players like Mous to retirement even if he wanted play on because no club will want to spend a squad place on a 35 year old no matter their ability.Said elsewhere but KR was very confident when asked the question in an interview last week that the 20 man limit wouldn't be happening. I suspect that he and many other managers have had their say to their owners/CEOs etc.
Fingers crossed we get something sensible like 25 (or no cap at all). 2 for each of the 11 positions with space for some luxury/utility players should be the minimum allowed, otherwise the league is effectively condemning players like Mous to retirement even if he wanted play on because no club will want to spend a squad place on a 35 year old no matter their ability.
Rank | Name | GoalsGL | AssistsA | PlayedP | Mins per GoalMPG |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Matty TaylorTaylor | 18 | 5 | 48 | 189 |
2 | Olamide ShodipoShodipo | 10 | 2 | 40 | 232 |
3 | James HenryHenry | 7 | 8 | 38 | 420 |
3 | Josh RuffelsRuffels | 7 | 6 | 44 | 552 |
5 | Sam LongLong | 6 | 4 | 39 | 546 |
5 | Elliot LeeLee | 6 | 2 | 18 | 199 |
7 | Elliott MooreMoore | 5 | 4 | 49 | 882 |
7 | Daniel AgyeiAgyei | 5 | 3 | 40 | 274 |
9 | Sam WinnallWinnall | 4 | 1 | 25 | 162 |
10 | Brandon BarkerBarker | 3 | 4 | 19 | 388 |
11 | Cameron BrannaganBrannagan | 2 | 2 | 33 | 1391 |
12 | Anthony FordeForde | 1 | 4 | 38 | 2052 |
12 | Robert HallHall | 1 | 1 | 11 | 278 |
And some wonder why Championship clubs are reportedly interestedHenry has the most assists, which I’d expect, but look at Ruffs! Conversely, a winger such as Shodipo should have more, though his goal return is good.
Defensively he struggles against a good and tricky winger however.And some wonder why Championship clubs are reportedly interested
Increasingly an evidence and data driven game and Ruff stats make very good reading, especially if they can get him for next to nothing with no ongoing development costs etc...... He's capable of doing the job and reliable whilst not being an exciting prospect, I reckon he would be a steady and dependable professional at Champ level (and possibly mentor younger talent) and all teams needs a good share of those!