Tag Archives: Transfers

I Agree With S’Alex, No Really

Posted on August 18, 2010 by twsi

Sir Alex Ferguson, a great man in most respects, today is quoted blasting suicidal transfer spending. I agree, although in the context of defending owners who remove £100s Mn every year it is perhaps misdirection by the red faced one. … Continue reading →

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Baby’s Day @ Man City

Posted on August 10, 2010 by twsi

In an effort to match the Ulsterman at Villa Ireland’s Shay Given gave a formidable display of bleating self importance at a Press Conference. Shay in his best Lawrie Sanchez I am sounding considered and sane but the transcript of … Continue reading →

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Baby’s Day @ Villa

Posted on August 10, 2010 by twsi

Martin O’Neill’s evolution as a cross between his former Gaffer Clough and a quietly spoken celtic manager has been a long one. People like me who mocked the former Leicester ranter have been quietly impressed at the transformation and would … Continue reading →

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Platini Considers Solvency Rules

Posted on May 28, 2010 by twsi

The world is not full of people who want to take the nuclear option but I am wondering after the suggestion that in 3 or 4 years time that access to European football tournaments will require clubs to have spent … Continue reading →

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Time to End Transfers?

Posted on February 12, 2010 by twsi

In an act that would get anyone else fired for bullying the ironically labelled Hearts Manager Jim Jefferies will not play José Goncalves as he will not sign a new contract. It’s hard to think of any employment legislation that … Continue reading →

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