Squad Analysis
Posted by stuartwatson | | Posted on 2:30 pm
After looking at every player, staff and the rest of my club, I have now been able to look at potential sales, potential targets.
GOALKEEPERS
Certainly two decent 'keepers to begin with, although with Soderberg, I will have to bring someone in to fill the third choice spot.
Steve Harper - A fantastic servant to the club, where he has been his entire professional career. Will be number 1 for this season.
Tim Krul - A top youth keeper, who will provide good backup for Harper.
Ole Soderberg - Youngster, who is nowhere near the standard I need. Will look to loan him out for match experience.
DEFENCE
Defence is the key to any team. Good solid defence will lead you towards glory, whilst a weak line will surely see you fall into trouble. I feel the defence I have will fit just in behind the 'Good' category.
Central
Fabricio Coloccini - Argentinian international, who has good, all-round stats.
Sol Campbell - Old reliable will be integral to the team, with his experience being hugely important.
Steven Taylor - Has the potential to be a great defender. With an injury until around November, he will have to work to get back into the team.
Mike Williamson - A player who spent half a seaosn with Portsmouth before joining, has the ability to push for the starting berth.
Full-Backs
Danny Simpson(DR) - Signed from Man Utd, and after an impressive season behind, will certainly want to show his quality again.
Jose Enrique(DL) - A workhorse who will be looking for another good season at Left-Back
Ryan Taylor(DR) - A versatile player, who can play right up the right. Average stats, may have a job to do.
MIDFIELD
Central
Kevin Nolan - A workhorse who will lead as captain this season.
Joey Barton - Tenacious and hardman are words that spring to mind with Barton. However, seems to have changed himself, and will hopefully be a key member of the side.
Alan Smith - Once a frontman, now a strong midfielder, Alan will certainly provide steel to the side.
Cheick Tiote - A impressive DM who will have a huge role to play, stoppping the many high class attacking midfielders I will encounter.
Hatem Ben Arfa - A flamboyant, skillful, and unpredictable player, Hatem will be the chief architect for the team. Can play as a Winger as well.
Danny Guthrie - A player who has all the traits to become a good central player. Hopefully will take his chances once back from injury.
Dan Gosling - A young player signed from Everton amid controversy, has shown glimpses of huge potential. Currently injured.
Wingers
Jonas(AM R/L) - By far the top winger at the club, will provide huge pace and style on the flanks.
Wayne Routledge(AM R/L) - Explosive is the best way to describe him. Will provide solid backup for me.
FORWARDS
The players who will hopefully score goals. Imperative that I have a good mix of styles.
Andy Carroll - Tall, powerful, undoubtedly talented, a huge season ahead for him.
Shola Ameobi - Very similar to Andy, hopefully his more flamboyant style will make sure he keeps near the first team.
Xisco - A player who has yet to impress St James Park faithfuls. A make-or-break season for the Spaniard.
Peter Lovenkrands - Electric pace, however, Peter is a fair way behind the other players.
Nile Ranger - A highly rated striker, who has a good mix of speed, skill, and strength. Could be a huge player for the club.
Leon Best - Fairly quick, but not intelligent. Not currently in the plans for the club.
Future Stars??
Now, I will show you the potential superstars currently at the club.
Haris Vuckic(AMC/ST) - Could be the greatest export of Slovenia. With potential to be as good as anyone, big things are expected from the 17 year old.
Yven Moyo(AML) - Signed from under the noses of several big clubs, Yven comes with a huge reputation, and huge ability.
Tamas Kadar(D LC) - very promising all-round defender. Entering his fourth season at the club.
Aaron Spear(ST) - hot striker, hoping to follow in the footsteps of the great forwards who have blessed the club in the past.
Fraser Forster(GK) - Currently at Celtic, has all of the attributes to be world class.
Now the analysis is done, I can look at where the axe must fall, and where I will need to spend.
Premier League Squad Rules -
- Maximum Squad Size of 25 players.
- Players under the age of 21 before 1st Jan do not need to be registered. An Under 21 player is defined as one who is under the age of 21 on 1st January in the year in which the season commences.
- 8 players must have been trained in England for 3 years before they turned the age of 21.
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