markem 7,251 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 1st of all I will say that everything about the squad we have is way beyond what I could have ever imagined we would have a few months ago. What Warburton and his team have achieved in such a short space of time whilst spending what they have is genuinely remarkable. They are not getting enough credit out with our support however that is little surprise and what matters is we know and recognise what has been achieved.Thinking about the squad is there anything you would like to see us add if it was possible? Two things to consider for me:(1) Cover for the full back positions. Wallace and Tav are absolutely key too the way we play just now and I am not sure we have sufficient cover (that is more of a question than a statement - do we?)(2) An out and out poacher. I think we will see us boss many games in particular in the last twenty minutes this year so it would be useful to have a penalty box finisher to tuck away the high volume of chances we create, if even coming off the bench for the last twenty/thirty once the others have ran them ragged for 60/70 minutes. Waghorn is a superb addition and he may be that guy? Nicky Clark? Not convinced. Perhaps I am looking at it all wrong, it's not like we are lacking goals.Overall, I believe we have more than enough to deliver on objective number 1 this year without any real trouble and it's superb to know we are going to be entertained and have a fully committed squad.Onwards! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bellshill_Bear 1,105 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Hear hearBut on the same breath I was expecting a share issue with 10mil being spent on an "over funded" squad that would be able to compete at spl level.But that being said in happy with what we have as long as additions are made in jan and next summer Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jafrfc 614 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 It seems like Warburton quite fancies Aird as a RB and Halliday can slot in at LB along with Wilson who can play there, I think? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allanger 625 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 We have brought in more than I expected tbh. An out and out poacher does not seem to fit in with MW's plans atm. So far so good though Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
borderbear 150 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 It seems like Warburton quite fancies Aird as a RB and Halliday can slot in at LB along with Wilson who can play there, I think? Jordan Thompson can play LB as well can he not. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMB 14,167 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 We needed a big turn around in players this window and that's what we got. I hope we go for quality over quantity next summer. Warburton can pick a player and spends wisely so I hope Dave King gives him a proper warchest next summer. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgeIsBlue 66,606 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Get Eustace signed up and we'll win the World Cup. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bomber 177 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 an out and out poacher you say. just got time before the transfer window shuts to get KRIS BOYD!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMotor 2,208 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Agree with number 1, not with number 2.We're trying to play with 11 players who are part of the attack and the defence. Playing with 10 players and a poacher will make us less effective. The finishing will come. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wearethepeople72 1,845 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 I'm happy with the way the squad is. I'd take Eustace if he can prove his fitness but I won't be too bothered if we don't get him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
montana100 335 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Need a voice to control and bully centre midfield. I thought Sundays game we were all over the place at times. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johanhentze 14,089 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Agree with number 1, not with number 2.We're trying to play with 11 players who are part of the attack and the defence. Playing with 10 players and a poacher will make us less effective. The finishing will come.I agree. Spread the goals throughout the team. That way, when your goalscorer gets injured, you still score goals. Dont rely on one player! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyson1872 2,923 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Jordan Thompson can play LB as well can he not.Correct, both Thompson and Halliday are familiar with LB, as well as Wilson being played there a few times. Aird and Ball can play RB I think. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingKirk 25,633 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 If we wanted to really be greedy then I would love us to go and sign may.Speaking to a few fan around me we are in agreement that we have enough to win this league with our eyes shut but should we get in players we need for next season now or wait till January. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyson1872 2,923 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Agree with number 1, not with number 2.We're trying to play with 11 players who are part of the attack and the defence. Playing with 10 players and a poacher will make us less effective. The finishing will come.I have been saying this for a while, without a striker like Waghorn we wouldn't score as much else where on the pitch, his link up play is what makes a lot of our attacks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
onefootwillie 1,518 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 I think we are covered pretty well in most places but would like to see one more forward. The manager says he looks for players who can play more than one postition so an out and out striker sounds unlikely. I would also expect a couple more to go from the present squad Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfc_watp 1,503 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Have to agree wholeheartedly with the OP.It's a long season and we have to rest Wallace and Tav where possible, Airdrie on Wed as an example.And I don't feel we have enough strength in depth up front. Waghorn is a class act and combines well with Miller. Clark just hasn't got it imo, and Hardie isn't physically mature enough. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sket 13,610 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Hear hearBut on the same breath I was expecting a share issue with 10mil being spent on an "over funded" squad that would be able to compete at spl level.But that being said in happy with what we have as long as additions are made in jan and next summerShare issue will be November/December for existing shareholders only. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Avenger 22,567 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 The way this team is performing, not worried if we do not sign anymore players. This gives the board a lot of breathing space to arrange the investment needed for next season and the way MW spots players, there will be little need for it to be massive. We have a great opportunity to take the SPL by storm next season and agian it will be about us.Just can't believe how fortunate we are to have this management team, so I do hope the board go out their way to show their appreciation and secure all the funding that MW needs to mount a serious challenge. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themoodybloo 77 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 The usual suspects will be on to rubbish this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEPPS BOY 73,890 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 We have enough to win this league..If we want to win a cup then we are 3 players short..A wingerA strikerA defensive midfielder.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
corkinator 611 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 I think Waghorn will come good, he s abit impetuous at the moment in from of goal but once he calms down I think he'll be fantastic. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWR1979 1,964 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 I think we need another Striker. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueshoff 11,799 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 Should start looking in January for next seasons players rather than wait until summer for them all.Same criteria - they should add value and be able to slot into the system. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plymouthranger 3,872 Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 A full back would be wise, purely incase tav or wallace get crocked. However warbuton did say the other day he wants versatile players, so he may be against signing someone who can only play that position as a back up.It's more likely we'll get one of the midfielders like aird or Halliday to adapt to the position if needed. Perhaps another loanee for cover out wide would be good.I can't see warbuton shoehorning someone like Wilson out wide, the role he wants the fullbacks to play means he's far more likely to pull a pacey winger further back the pitch, than pull a central defender out wide Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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