the1stknowle Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 Maybe transfer this to the loan thread but nice to see Ryley Towler settling in to men's football so well. Bit of positive news. https://forum.thefishy.co.uk/Blah.pl?m-1635061323/ 5 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidered abroad Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 I wonder if NP will bring him back on Jan 1 to play left centre in a three or left back in a four. Either way it would leave Pring to go left side midfield in three, four or five. The may make errors but are both hardworking and will help each other in defence and attack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazred Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 Great to read but it sounds like he needs a higher level loan in Jan if he's not coming back. Did enjoy hearing about a player called Pollock playing for The Mariners! Mark Lever is a blast from the past. Must of been here what, 20 odd years ago? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 I put this together in the recent break. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 34 minutes ago, cidered abroad said: I wonder if NP will bring him back on Jan 1 to play left centre in a three or left back in a four. Either way it would leave Pring to go left side midfield in three, four or five. The may make errors but are both hardworking and will help each other in defence and attack. It`s certainly worth thinking about. Hopefully Bakes is as OK as he can be but you never know with neck/head injuries, he could be out for a while yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 Delighted for him & it’s been a real success but worth remembering this is non league. I think he has a great chance of making it but the step up between where he is currently playing & our level is enormous. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 34 minutes ago, JonDolman said: I fancy him to make it with us for sure. Reminds me of Lloyd Kelly. Yes - which worries me because you have to be supremely talented to be that laid back and not put a foot wrong. I'd much prefer Towler to make better use of his size, e.g. be more like Nathan Baker (a fit one) than Lloyd Kelly. He might learn to physically impose himself on opponents but - as a converted midfielder - I'm not sure he's a warrior centre half at heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 6 minutes ago, GrahamC said: I think he has a great chance of making it but the step up between where he is currently playing & our level is enormous. Not sure about that, Graham!! In all seriousness, it's sill pro football, and the gap between the top of the Conference and L2 is not that big as the likes of Harrogate, Sutton and Salford have shown recently... If he really is looking a level above though, then I wonder if we will look to find him a L1/L2 loan move in January? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 2 minutes ago, Kid in the Riot said: Not sure about that, Graham!! In all seriousness, it's sill pro football, and the gap between the top of the Conference and L2 is not that big as the likes of Harrogate, Sutton and Salford have shown recently... If he really is looking a level above though, then I wonder if we will look to find him a L1/L2 loan move in January? No argument, I doubt there is much between the standard & the bottom third League One but to face say, Forest, Bournemouth & WBA, as we have in our last 3, that’s a big step up. If he could get a L1 club in January that would be ideal. Like him as a player though, think he’s got a chance of making it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 They are comparing him favourably to some lad they recently sold to Watford Sounds very promising Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malago Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 The fact that Grimsby have a player called Pollock made me smile. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 34 minutes ago, Merrick's Marvels said: Yes - which worries me because you have to be supremely talented to be that laid back and not put a foot wrong. I'd much prefer Towler to make better use of his size, e.g. be more like Nathan Baker (a fit one) than Lloyd Kelly. He might learn to physically impose himself on opponents but - as a converted midfielder - I'm not sure he's a warrior centre half at heart. Lloyd is now a very strong and imposing CB. He’s grown into an athletic frame and muscles players off the ball these days. As you say Ryley will need to do the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
And Its Smith Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 37 minutes ago, Merrick's Marvels said: Yes - which worries me because you have to be supremely talented to be that laid back and not put a foot wrong. I'd much prefer Towler to make better use of his size, e.g. be more like Nathan Baker (a fit one) than Lloyd Kelly. He might learn to physically impose himself on opponents but - as a converted midfielder - I'm not sure he's a warrior centre half at heart. Kelly has improved a lot since he was here as was expected. He’s now easily good enough for premier league in my opinion 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Watts Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 47 minutes ago, Kid in the Riot said: Not sure about that, Graham!! In all seriousness, it's sill pro football, and the gap between the top of the Conference and L2 is not that big as the likes of Harrogate, Sutton and Salford have shown recently... If he really is looking a level above though, then I wonder if we will look to find him a L1/L2 loan move in January? I have to say I was very surprised he didn't get one to start the season with. I know Tins has always preferred to place players where they'll get exposure to men's football, but after some of his displays at this level in the few chances he had I found it strange that National League was the highest level that we could get that guarantee for someone with such promise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Davefevs said: Lloyd is now a very strong and imposing CB. He’s grown into an athletic frame and muscles players off the ball these days. Yet looks whippet slim, as if he can't be more than 10 stone dripping wet! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 More positive reports: 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolman_Stand Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 7 hours ago, JonDolman said: I fancy him to make it with us for sure. Reminds me of Lloyd Kelly. I like the optimism but Kelly was far more comfortable at Championship level at a younger age than Towler. I hope RT makes it here long term but the comparison is miles off. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waconda Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 He will be playing for us come January - IMO Tanner came from a club 22nd in League 2 and has become a First team regular; Can see Ryley as starting LB or on the left of a back 3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dolman Pragmatist Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 7 hours ago, Malago said: The fact that Grimsby have a player called Pollock made me smile. The fish? The former South African cricketing brothers? The American abstract expressionist painter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambodinho Posted October 25, 2021 Share Posted October 25, 2021 Mattie Pollock whom they are talking about signed for Premier League Watford in the summer. Out on loan at Cheltenham currently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the1stknowle Posted October 26, 2021 Author Share Posted October 26, 2021 10 hours ago, Dolman_Stand said: I like the optimism but Kelly was far more comfortable at Championship level at a younger age than Towler. I hope RT makes it here long term but the comparison is miles off. I think this is very harsh. Maybe struggled sometimes out of position at left wing back but generally Towler did pretty well at LB or LCB. Definitely saw Kelly struggle a number of times in championship - both for us and also at start of Bournemouth career. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Lerring Posted October 26, 2021 Share Posted October 26, 2021 17 hours ago, Davefevs said: Lloyd is now a very strong and imposing CB. He’s grown into an athletic frame and muscles players off the ball these days. As you say Ryley will need to do the same. Needs to do the same body conditioning regime as Bobby Reid did, he seemingly took one summer to totally change body shape. I keep telling myself I'll do the same one summer. Honest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonCliff Posted October 26, 2021 Share Posted October 26, 2021 17 minutes ago, the1stknowle said: I think this is very harsh. Maybe struggled sometimes out of position at left wing back but generally Towler did pretty well at LB or LCB. Definitely saw Kelly struggle a number of times in championship - both for us and also at start of Bournemouth career. I do feel that, age for age, Kelly looked the better, classier player at a comparable stage in his development, but nevertheless you do have a very valid point. I can recall LJ subbing Kelly very early on at least one occasion, in response to a sloppy and complacent performance, and then omitting him from the match day squad altogether, with the apparent intention of providing him with a sharp reality check. He, Kelly, didn’t look a Rolls Royce of a footballer every time he took to the field, which is easily forgotten. I can’t remember him going out on loan, though. It may be that my memory is at fault, but I think LK was kept closer to our own first team environment. Whether a young, developing player’s best interests are served by the kind of experience Towler is currently getting depends, I suppose, on the particular individual in question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted October 26, 2021 Share Posted October 26, 2021 2 hours ago, Bernard Lerring said: Needs to do the same body conditioning regime as Bobby Reid did, he seemingly took one summer to totally change body shape. I keep telling myself I'll do the same one summer. Honest. Do you remember the cartoon - Baba Papa? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Lerring Posted October 26, 2021 Share Posted October 26, 2021 9 hours ago, Davefevs said: Do you remember the cartoon - Baba Papa? Nope sorry never heard of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidered abroad Posted October 26, 2021 Share Posted October 26, 2021 12 hours ago, CliftonCliff said: I do feel that, age for age, Kelly looked the better, classier player at a comparable stage in his development, but nevertheless you do have a very valid point. I can recall LJ subbing Kelly very early on at least one occasion, in response to a sloppy and complacent performance, and then omitting him from the match day squad altogether, with the apparent intention of providing him with a sharp reality check. He, Kelly, didn’t look a Rolls Royce of a footballer every time he took to the field, which is easily forgotten. I can’t remember him going out on loan, though. It may be that my memory is at fault, but I think LK was kept closer to our own first team environment. Whether a young, developing player’s best interests are served by the kind of experience Towler is currently getting depends, I suppose, on the particular individual in question. He Kelly stayed with City for personal/family reasons. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie BCFC Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 On 25/10/2021 at 13:09, cidered abroad said: I wonder if NP will bring him back on Jan 1 to play left centre in a three or left back in a four. Either way it would leave Pring to go left side midfield in three, four or five. The may make errors but are both hardworking and will help each other in defence and attack. Personally hope he stays on loan, whether that’s at Grimsby or in the EFL. Potential promotion would be a great experience for him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 On 25/10/2021 at 14:09, Merrick's Marvels said: Yes - which worries me because you have to be supremely talented to be that laid back and not put a foot wrong. I'd much prefer Towler to make better use of his size, e.g. be more like Nathan Baker (a fit one) than Lloyd Kelly. He might learn to physically impose himself on opponents but - as a converted midfielder - I'm not sure he's a warrior centre half at heart. Tell that to Chris Martin! Lloyd Kelly won almost every header against Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 9 minutes ago, Henry said: Tell that to Chris Martin! Lloyd Kelly won almost every header against Martin It was obvious that Lloyd Kelly was a class act just a few games into his career at City but that’s not what Towler has shown in few games hes played for City. His loan spell will give ‘miles on the clock’ and he may return the better for it but based on what I saw in the few games he featured for us I seriously doubt it. He’s nowhere near the quality of Kelly - if he were then he’d be a starter every match. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 1 minute ago, Robbored said: It was obvious that Lloyd Kelly was a class act just a few games into his career at City but that’s not what Towler has shown in few games hes played for City. His loan spell will give ‘miles on the clock’ and he may return the better for it but based on what I saw in the few games he featured for us I seriously doubt it. He’s nowhere near the quality of Kelly - if he were then he’d be a starter every match. I agree with that but I’m not sure what your reply has to do with my post? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 25 minutes ago, Henry said: I agree with that but I’m not sure what your reply has to do with my post? I wasn’t replying specifically to your post. I was expressing my view on Kelly and Towler which is essentially what this tread is about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 48 minutes ago, Henry said: Tell that to Chris Martin! Lloyd Kelly won almost every header against Martin Chris Martin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 (edited) There was something about Towler possibly being recalled today- anyone heard anything? Recalled in January I mean. Not sure pulling him out mid season or midway through his loan spell would be a good plan- let him develop and flourish until May, assuming it's going well of course. https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/bristol-city-grimsby-town-loan-6347581 Edited December 14, 2021 by Mr Popodopolous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LondonBristolian Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: There was something about Towler possibly being recalled today- anyone heard anything? Recalled in January I mean. Not sure pulling him out mid season or midway through his loan spell would be a good plan- let him develop and flourish until May, assuming it's going well of course. I think it's only worth doing if he's going to be getting regular games. But there's Baker and Atkinson ahead of him as left-sided centre-back so I'm not convinced he will yet. EDIT: I suppose we could also decide we wanted to get him a League One or League Two loan, which could also make sense. Although - if he's playing regularly at Grimsby and enjoying it - maybe it is best to let him see out the season. Edited December 14, 2021 by LondonBristolian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidered abroad Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 3 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: There was something about Towler possibly being recalled today- anyone heard anything? Recalled in January I mean. Not sure pulling him out mid season or midway through his loan spell would be a good plan- let him develop and flourish until May, assuming it's going well of course. https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/bristol-city-grimsby-town-loan-6347581 Could it be that Baker will be out due to head injury? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bard Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 5 minutes ago, LondonBristolian said: I think it's only worth doing if he's going to be getting regular games. But there's Baker and Atkinson ahead of him as left-sided centre-back so I'm not convinced he will yet. EDIT: I suppose we could also decide we wanted to get him a League One or League Two loan, which could also make sense. Although - if he's playing regularly at Grimsby and enjoying it - maybe it is best to let him see out the season. We did this with Cundy last season. Gillingham to Cambridge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 6 minutes ago, LondonBristolian said: I think it's only worth doing if he's going to be getting regular games. But there's Baker and Atkinson ahead of him as left-sided centre-back so I'm not convinced he will yet. EDIT: I suppose we could also decide we wanted to get him a League One or League Two loan, which could also make sense. Although - if he's playing regularly at Grimsby and enjoying it - maybe it is best to let him see out the season. Agreed. Unsure about fast tracking him even to L1 or L2 just yet tbh, but maybe- I do think though that with Semenyo it would have been better to leave him at Newport where he was in a good run of form or displays at least- yeah he is developing and yeah he is a talent but did the recall stall him a bit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bard Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 45 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: Agreed. Unsure about fast tracking him even to L1 or L2 just yet tbh, but maybe- I do think though that with Semenyo it would have been better to leave him at Newport where he was in a good run of form or displays at least- yeah he is developing and yeah he is a talent but did the recall stall him a bit? It did because Johnson made a mess of using him. If we're short of CBs I'd rather have Towler as back up than have to source another CB from elsewhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 Think the story is purely that City can’t commit to him staying at Grimsby at this present time. That could be for various reasons: City want him back for their first team squad City have an EFL loan planned City are a bit worried he’s not starting in recent weeks as results have taken a disnturn etc 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexukhc Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 20 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Think the story is purely that City can’t commit to him staying at Grimsby at this present time. That could be for various reasons: City want him back for their first team squad City have an EFL loan planned City are a bit worried he’s not starting in recent weeks as results have taken a disnturn etc But why send Bell there when Ryley wasn’t getting minutes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 14, 2021 Share Posted December 14, 2021 33 minutes ago, alexukhc said: But why send Bell there when Ryley wasn’t getting minutes? One month only, different positions too. I’m not saying city have fallen out with Grimsby, just if Towler isn’t gonna get the minutes he was earlier in his loan, then they may look elsewhere. I’m sure relations with Hurst are very good, otherwise they wouldn’t have sent Bell there. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 11 hours ago, Davefevs said: Think the story is purely that City can’t commit to him staying at Grimsby at this present time. That could be for various reasons: City want him back for their first team squad City have an EFL loan planned City are a bit worried he’s not starting in recent weeks as results have taken a disnturn etc Benched for 2 games after they had a bad run, back in at LB (apparently) for the defeat where Bell scored. The next game not in the squad, I wonder if there was an injury, been at least in every squad until then. In that winning run, he had been regularly praised, the Aldershot game he gave away the free kick that lead to the goal (reading their report) and he was benched the following game. Bit early to take it he has been given up on IMO. I don't see him being ready for the Championship yet, and with Pring able to cover LCB would we need him on the bench? That leaves a higher level loan maybe. I hadn't seen the piece about him maybe being recalled, I guess it could be a L2 loan. He was getting rave reviews earlier in the season, someone may have made an approach before Grimsby's form dropped off. Towler was the 3rd LB Grimsby had used in a few games, they had had a few suspensions , so it may be they are searching for the right mix again. All a bit Lee Johnson ATM, one defeat in 10, 6 defeats in 7 and players in and out of the squad. There are 4 games before Jan 1st, we will see where he stands by then. I think you nailed the key sentence Dave. " City can’t commit to him staying at Grimsby at this present time". If they say anything definitely and someone comes in from L1, or we have a crisis etc, they look stupid. They won't commit until everything is decided. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 49 minutes ago, 1960maaan said: Benched for 2 games after they had a bad run, back in at LB (apparently) for the defeat where Bell scored. The next game not in the squad, I wonder if there was an injury, been at least in every squad until then. In that winning run, he had been regularly praised, the Aldershot game he gave away the free kick that lead to the goal (reading their report) and he was benched the following game. Bit early to take it he has been given up on IMO. I don't see him being ready for the Championship yet, and with Pring able to cover LCB would we need him on the bench? That leaves a higher level loan maybe. I hadn't seen the piece about him maybe being recalled, I guess it could be a L2 loan. He was getting rave reviews earlier in the season, someone may have made an approach before Grimsby's form dropped off. Towler was the 3rd LB Grimsby had used in a few games, they had had a few suspensions , so it may be they are searching for the right mix again. All a bit Lee Johnson ATM, one defeat in 10, 6 defeats in 7 and players in and out of the squad. There are 4 games before Jan 1st, we will see where he stands by then. I think you nailed the key sentence Dave. " City can’t commit to him staying at Grimsby at this present time". If they say anything definitely and someone comes in from L1, or we have a crisis etc, they look stupid. They won't commit until everything is decided. Yeah, no idea for reasons for not playing, but it wouldn’t surprise me if when managers are under pressure for results it is often the youngsters who get left out. People’s livelihoods and all that! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 1 hour ago, JonDolman said: I see Pring as more of left centre back in our current system. He has the pace, power and technical ability to be the perfect left wing back, but he really doesn't have the stamina to get through the work needed in that position. I expect we will be in for a left sided player who is suited to playing full back and wing back. We are apparently scouting Guinness Walker who I think looks a very promising player. I have no idea on Towler. I thought he looked good in 2 games for us, but also very bad in 2 games. Maybe he's brought back as emergency back up and doesn't play, which would be a shame for his development. But it might be necessary as Baker is out and even when Baker is back he isn't someone we can rely on. Wasn't Cundy training on grass too ? Another month could put him close to the bench. I don't see Towler coming back to play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebounder Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 (edited) Don't see why missing a couple of games would result in a recall. That's a reality of football, and whilst you want your young players playing you also want them to understand the fight to get back into the team. I could understand why we take him back to loan him higher. I am over that way next month so will tempted to drop in if they are there. Edited December 15, 2021 by Rebounder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 4 hours ago, JonDolman said: Yes actually Nige did say that didn't he. I think though the only place for Cundy in our current system is middle of the back 3 so Kalas would have to move to Vyner's position. So that's an option if Vyner gets injured or Pearson wants to drop him. Or maybe he might go back to a back 4. He’s quite capable on the ball though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 18 minutes ago, JonDolman said: Yep he can play it out the back but I think he's probably more suited in the middle of the 3 Same old debate Jon….what role do you want your side CBs to perform? In our current system, Kalas is the “sweeper” / cover man. Is that best the use of Cundy? Does it mean we have to change the construct of the back three to play him centrally? Or do you want him to mark? Cundy has played virtually all his EFL football in a back 4….so I’m not sure we know what his best role / position is…and it might depend on who the other two are also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agard Days Night Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 1 hour ago, Davefevs said: Same old debate Jon….what role do you want your side CBs to perform? In our current system, Kalas is the “sweeper” / cover man. Is that best the use of Cundy? Does it mean we have to change the construct of the back three to play him centrally? Or do you want him to mark? Cundy has played virtually all his EFL football in a back 4….so I’m not sure we know what his best role / position is…and it might depend on who the other two are also. There’s also the fact that it’s quite likely Cundy will never actually play for City. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 Just now, Agard Days Night said: There’s also the fact that it’s quite likely Cundy will never actually play for City. That’s a possibility. (lovely use of fact and quite likely in the same sentence though ) 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agard Days Night Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 2 hours ago, Davefevs said: That’s a possibility. (lovely use of fact and quite likely in the same sentence though ) Thanks Dave. Do you think we’ll ever see Cundy line up for the Reds? Can’t see him becoming a regular at this level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 2 hours ago, Agard Days Night said: Thanks Dave. Do you think we’ll ever see Cundy line up for the Reds? Can’t see him becoming a regular at this level. Probably not. Contract up end of this season, having already exercised the option, he’s got to find a way to get game time over the current incumbents. Would at least like to see him once….FA Cup??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agard Days Night Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 16 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Probably not. Contract up end of this season, having already exercised the option, he’s got to find a way to get game time over the current incumbents. Would at least like to see him once….FA Cup??? I think he’ll rack up less than 120 minutes of competitive football in total for City before he leaves and finds a League Two club. Happy to be wrong on this one but can’t see it going any other way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 6 minutes ago, Agard Days Night said: I think he’ll rack up less than 120 minutes of competitive football in total for City before he leaves and finds a League Two club. Happy to be wrong on this one but can’t see it going any other way. Reckon his stint with Gillingham last season will see some Lg1 interest. I hate prematurely writing him off because I’ve not seen him in a City shirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 20 hours ago, Agard Days Night said: Thanks Dave. Do you think we’ll ever see Cundy line up for the Reds? Can’t see him becoming a regular at this level. 17 hours ago, Davefevs said: Probably not. Contract up end of this season, having already exercised the option, he’s got to find a way to get game time over the current incumbents. Would at least like to see him once….FA Cup??? Without saying anything about it, I took the impression that Pearson kind of likes Cundy. That may only mean he give him until the end of the season to win a Contract, or just a short term contract to prove fitness. It could also mean I don't know what I'm talking about . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted December 16, 2021 Share Posted December 16, 2021 22 minutes ago, JonDolman said: He played very well in league one last season. Performed better than Tucker did for Gillingham imo. At his age to be playing well at that level, I would be surprised if he doesn't end up above that level as long as he can stay fit. The injury is a massive blow as I reckon he would have had his chance by now like maybe against Coventry where Vyner played central in a back 4. With Baker having a possible longer time out, I wonder if we might see him on the bench in the coming weeks. Recently we've had Pring and DaSilva, who pretty much cover the same position. Cundy would add cover for CB while it would leave (probably) Pring to cover anywhere down the left side . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted January 1, 2022 Share Posted January 1, 2022 Think Towler will be in the squad tomorrow maybe even starting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenchred Posted January 1, 2022 Share Posted January 1, 2022 38 minutes ago, Big C said: Think Towler will be in the squad tomorrow maybe even starting God help us 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 16 hours ago, Big C said: Think Towler will be in the squad tomorrow maybe even starting Anybody want the lottery numbers? 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC RISK77 Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 16 hours ago, frenchred said: God help us Indeed!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swanker Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Out of his depth and doesn’t look very comfortable on the ball. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Geoff Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 13 minutes ago, swanker said: Out of his depth and doesn’t look very comfortable on the ball. Not helped by a lack of movement and options ahead if him 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 17 minutes ago, swanker said: Out of his depth and doesn’t look very comfortable on the ball. Zero options in-front of him . Keep ball at the back with Max and his defenders . He looks comfortable enough . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 1 minute ago, shelts said: Zero options in-front of him . Keep ball at the back with Max and his defenders . He looks comfortable enough . Take that back he’s been hooked!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 His confidence must be shattered after that 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgy_Giefer Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Good to see him on the pitch at the end getting some love from Matty James etc. I thought his ball retention is something we’ve been missing. He also hit a smashing cross-field ball which didn’t quite make it but encouraging signs for me. I thought the crowd hassled him into playing forward when there weren’t enough options. He’s a kid. Give him time and support! 11 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numero Uno Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 3 hours ago, CyderInACan said: His confidence must be shattered after that Scott got subbed after 25-30 minutes of one game earlier in the season and is doing ok…….. Just needs managing. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swanker Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 4 hours ago, Sir Geoff said: Not helped by a lack of movement and options ahead if him I don’t care what and who was playing in front of him I’ve got a funny feeling he won’t play in that position for City again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazelboy Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Nice being a local lad but let’s not take away from the facts. He’s come back from a loan in the conference where he had been dropped from the side. He was poor throughout. He was at fault for both goals None of this means he won’t be a good player in the future, he is young and learning his trade, but In no world should he be ahead of Atkinson in a championship league game. Poor management for me, especially putting him in a 2! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyredredrobin Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 Definately no where near ready for the Championship yet. Needs to spend more time on loan to gain experience. If we were not light in that position, he would still be on loan. There is a good player in there, but not for a couple of years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hocca Posted January 2, 2022 Share Posted January 2, 2022 32 minutes ago, super slick said: Nice being a local lad but let’s not take away from the facts. He’s come back from a loan in the conference where he had been dropped from the side. He was poor throughout. He was at fault for both goals None of this means he won’t be a good player in the future, he is young and learning his trade, but In no world should he be ahead of Atkinson in a championship league game. Poor management for me, especially putting him in a 2! Steady mate your not allowed to criticise academy players on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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