simplythebest 11,453 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Still plenty of time and he's hardly the type to be away speaking to other clubs in a hurray but Alexander is the highest profile player left to be out of contract in the summer. I've no doubt there are discussions going on and hopefully there will be pen put to paper soon, in our position and the transer embargo we couldn't hope for a better goalkeeper. As a keeper Neil at 34 still has a fair bit of time on his side, he can certainly lead us up the divisions and perhaps into the first couple of years or so in the top flight.Get it done Ally and Charles. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blumhoilann 6,712 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Keepers not old at 34,sign him for another 5....at least Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Been patient and loyal for Rangers. Very proud for him to finally get a proper chance. Alexander the Great is our #1 back to the top. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMB 14,167 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Neil's probably the best Keeper playing in this country. Pay no attention to the Mhanks pish about Forster being worth £10m and ready to replace Hart in the England squad. Neil took us to a Euro Cup Final and has seen us through many an Old Firm game. Get him signed Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
roboscot 1,184 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 He has stated quite clearly in an RTV interview that he intends to be part of the history of our journey back to the top, he's not going anywhere! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCDBigBear 10,865 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 There is no rush. I like the guy and he's a reliable keeper. Not flash and pretty consistent. He also showed his loyalty so is worth another contract without doubt. He is apparently well paid at present and I would be reasonably happy to continue with that level of wage. I suspect that he will be OK about the financial aspect, it will probably be determined on the length of contract offered by us and what he expects himself. At 34, I'd go for 2 or 3 years. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfcfraserrfc 262 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 he'll have a testimonial here Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSuedeSambas 54,616 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 He's as reliable a number 1 as we could possibly hope for at this moment in time so hopefully we can sort something out. However he was a relatively high earner so will he be willing to take a wage cut? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplythebest 11,453 Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 He's as reliable a number 1 as we could possibly hope for at this moment in time so hopefully we can sort something out. However he was a relatively high earner so will he be willing to take a wage cut?I'd hope so, although I suppose if he really does get a bumper offer from elsewhere I wouldn't grudge him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Godfather 72,855 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 At 34 his best pay day's are behind him and I really can't see too many teams from the championship looking to bring him in as a No.1.He will finish his football at this club I'd wager. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenose1975 1,287 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 he dives to the left,he dives to the righttttttt,neil alexander, shagged leah last night Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenosebrad 452 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 he dives to the left,he dives to the righttttttt,neil alexander, shagged leah last nightIts that an exclusive ??? lolI would diff give him at least 3 years, great keeper and loyal and above all this season he has shown his worth with some outstanding saves Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
delr1981 4 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Alexander should be given a 5 year contract.We need stability and dedication, the latter Alexander has been doing for years for our club. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef 436 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 He's decent but I have my reservations at times, prone to mistakes like any other and these five year contract situations ain't needed unless it's the promising youths. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
supermac 115 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 3 year deal sounds good to me. Hope he signs, he's a top lad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelsonRFC82 305 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Certainly worthy of a new contract, the length of which would have to be linked to how much he is willing to take a drop...personally would be looking at 2 years, 3 absolutely max. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
j1mgg 3,766 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I would like us to keep him and get a good young keeper in as his back up. Not sure what our own youth keepers are like as maybe they will do and give hem some games. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JograBear 1,074 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 A good keeper who will do us till we get back to the top. Then we need a keeper who is a level up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Godfather 72,855 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 A good keeper who will do us till we get back to the top. Then we need a keeper who is a level up.How is our young guys doing in that respect?Hopefully another Greggs in the ranks who we can bring through. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 A good keeper who will do us till we get back to the top. Then we need a keeper who is a level up.You think Casillas will be available in 3 years? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
docspiderman 1,262 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 He's decent but I have my reservations at times, prone to mistakes like any other and these five year contract situations ain't needed unless it's the promising youths.I agree with this; he will not get any better offer elsewhere.Freed by his last 2 championship clubs,he knows which side his bread is buttered so should agree a new contract. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JograBear 1,074 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 You think Casillas will be available in 3 years?You think Casillas is the only keeper a level above Alexander? lol..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 You think Casillas is the only keeper a level above Alexander? lol.....Only coz I know City won't sell Joe Hart... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Blue_Flash 390 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 He deserves a new contract, he has waited and waited, and stepped up when we needed him the most, its the least we can go, hurry up Ally, get him signed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBoyDave 123 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I think he is worth new contract on same or similar terms perhaps 2 years with further year option sounds fair to me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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