Davefevs Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 19 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: Might you have been unimpressed ? Nearly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpexile Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 30 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: Might you have been unimpressed ? What Davefevs said Major, he stole my thunder ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 58 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: I’ve never seen him and wasn’t impressed. I saw him once but I think I got away with it. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redrascal2 Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Well I am more than happy to trust the judgement of NP. If he thinks he is a good signing for us then that is good enough for me. He knows a lot lot more about football than I do. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 14 minutes ago, Redrascal2 said: Well I am more than happy to trust the judgement of NP. If he thinks he is a good signing for us then that is good enough for me. He knows a lot lot more about football than I do. Me too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristol_dunc Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 On 13/05/2022 at 16:14, Davefevs said: Me too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Homer Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Having a medical today according to Pete O'Rourke 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Sheltons Army Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 (edited) https://yellowsforum.co.uk/threads/mark-sykes-shouldnt-play-for-us-again.7808/page-18 Oxford fans views / opinions on Sykes And a highlights clip Seems a strange one , but faith in NP Edited May 16, 2022 by Sheltons Army 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westonred Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 17 minutes ago, Sheltons Army said: https://yellowsforum.co.uk/threads/mark-sykes-shouldnt-play-for-us-again.7808/page-18 Oxford fans views / opinions on Sykes And a highlights clip Seems a strange one , but faith in NP I love these player montages they make the player look like a world beater i remember one of Baz Savage making him look like Messi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bat Fastard Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 2 minutes ago, westonred said: I love these player montages they make the player look like a world beater i remember one of Baz Savage making him look like Messi Baz was messy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 39 minutes ago, Sheltons Army said: https://yellowsforum.co.uk/threads/mark-sykes-shouldnt-play-for-us-again.7808/page-18 Oxford fans views / opinions on Sykes And a highlights clip Seems a strange one , but faith in NP Was reading there forum the other day about this. Thing with football fans like Oxford now if he signs a new contract with them they would be over the moon. But cause he doesn’t want to play for them he’s this and that. I trust NP and hope MS is as good as the last Oxford player we signed . 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Certainly be interesting to see where we think he fits in, I just can’t see him as a wing back. Pearson talked recently about needing more goals from midfield & 8 in a season for a non penalty taker isn’t shabby, though of course it is one division down. As a squad option, good age, versatile, not going to be a big earner, you can see the point in this, I just hope he gets a settled role rather than becomes a back up option in a couple of positions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hinsleburg Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 If we were to land Sykes, Davies and Wilson (the three who have been heaviest linked) nice and early then that's 3 of our biggest problems solved straight away. Can't imagine any of them asking for extravagant wages so also ticks a lot of boxes from a FFP/Budget point of view. From limited clips I've seen Sykes looks very versatile and can play anywhere behind the front three, we've desperately lacked width that isn't wing backs so this signing ticks a lot of boxes I think. Slightly concerned by some of the comments from people who have seen more of him but hopefully the step up with better players makes a difference and actually brings another level to him as well. Very very early days but encouraged by the types of player we are being linked with so far, if we can land a few we'll be in a stronger spot than at the start of last season. Not expecting miracles next season but if we can avoid a relegation battle then its a massive step forward! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoystonFoote'snephew Posted May 16, 2022 Author Share Posted May 16, 2022 3 minutes ago, Red Army 75 said: Was reading there forum the other day about this. Thing with football fans like Oxford now if he signs a new contract with them they would be over the moon. But cause he doesn’t want to play for them he’s this and that. I trust NP and hope MS is as good as the last Oxford player we signed . But not the last but one? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ciderarmy23 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 4 minutes ago, RoystonFoote'snephew said: But not the last but one? Who was it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YGBjammy Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Seems like quite a versatile player maybe, which gives us options. Also quite young still so perhaps that reduces the risk a little. Doesn't stand out as someone who should be playing a division higher up though from what I've seen; but then as others have said Pearson and our scouting team probably know what to look for more than I do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Sheltons Army said: https://yellowsforum.co.uk/threads/mark-sykes-shouldnt-play-for-us-again.7808/page-18 Oxford fans views / opinions on Sykes And a highlights clip Seems a strange one , but faith in NP Very much a strange one .. Reading some of that,,we already have a song for him.... All we need to do is change the words from "Mary Mary quite contrary" and job done Edited May 16, 2022 by Son of Fred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattredrobin Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Not seen this anywhere else other the transfer pages but mark sykes undergoing his medical today with us. Great were getting the signings in early 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Strikes me like a Luke Freeman type of player. He is clearly not the finished article and maybe never will be but he has potential and on a free transfer it could be a good bit of business as competition for George Tanner or a winger if we change tactics . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westonred Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 4 minutes ago, Major Isewater said: Strikes me like a Luke Freeman type of player. He is clearly not the finished article and maybe never will be but he has potential and on a free transfer it could be a good bit of business as competition for George Tanner or a winger if we change tactics . Fluff was a great attacking player but he had no bottle and couldnt tackle to save his life, lets hope Sykes is a tougher player than him 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RoystonFoote'snephew Posted May 16, 2022 Author Share Posted May 16, 2022 30 minutes ago, Martin89 said: Who was it? Not the Fleetwood Army. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheltons Army Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 1 hour ago, westonred said: I love these player montages they make the player look like a world beater i remember one of Baz Savage making him look like Messi Of course - I have tbh I knew very little about him so my research consists of any highlights clips to give you a glimpse of him as a player and what he can do , then a big read of any comments about him over the last couple of years on his own Clubs forum (I do find if you read them all , exclude any with a clear agenda , you get a reasonable feel for the player) I’m interested where we are looking him to operate - He doesn’t sound like a Champ wing back without real work on his defensive ability Maybe an option wide in a front three ? He appears to have assets and a capability as a ‘10’ but a big ask at Champ level to justify that role I like the fact that he appears to have decent pace and ‘running’ ability / capacity I do trust NP so we will see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseybean Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 30 minutes ago, Mattredrobin said: Not seen this anywhere else other the transfer pages but mark sykes undergoing his medical today with us. Great were getting the signings in early 19 minutes ago, Curr Avon said: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/bristol-city-signing-medical-midfielder-7085226 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 55 minutes ago, Red Army 75 said: Was reading there forum the other day about this. Thing with football fans like Oxford now if he signs a new contract with them they would be over the moon. But cause he doesn’t want to play for them he’s this and that. I trust NP and hope MS is as good as the last Oxford player we signed . Yep, a case of "fans slag off player who wants to leave shock." We know that Nigel has watched him at least once and has met with him at least twice. Doubtless he has plenty of data on him as well. I'll settle for that. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinapig Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 57 minutes ago, GrahamC said: Certainly be interesting to see where we think he fits in, I just can’t see him as a wing back. Given we are apparently after Wilson as well it seems unlikely we see Sykes as a wing back. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFCGav Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 11 minutes ago, chinapig said: Given we are apparently after Wilson as well it seems unlikely we see Sykes as a wing back. I think he might be a bit of a utility player, sounds as though he can play RWB, outright winger, 10 and CM so lots of options. Good age and free, decent League 1 pedigree, looks a solid signing. Even being reported on BBC now, this will be over the line today. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bard Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 I would guess he's been bought to play 10 or either side of a front 3. Wilson will be the one to compete with Tanner... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2015 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Got a feeling NP might try and use Sykes in the same mould as he uses Weimann, he could be his understudy. Might not be a starter straight away, but sounds very similar to how Weimann is used for us (Wide in a front 3, in behind the front 2, winger, RWB). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 43 minutes ago, BCFCGav said: Even being reported on BBC now, this will be over the line today. I'll keep an eye on the roof Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 On 12/05/2022 at 14:01, LondonBristolian said: I can only speak from the experience of my one trip to Oxford. But what I saw that day was that Tony Pulis was our manager, Steve Phillips made a lot of mistakes and we lost 3-0. From everything I've seen, Mark Sykes seems to be a footballer of some description but there seems to be uncertainty across the board about what his actual position is. Just the mere sight of that man's name has ruined my day. It should be added to the swear filter 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 12 minutes ago, 2015 said: Got a feeling NP might try and use Sykes in the same mould as he uses Weimann, he could be his understudy. Might not be a starter straight away, but sounds very similar to how Weimann is used for us (Wide in a front 3, in behind the front 2, winger, RWB). The thought had crossed my mind too. Nige on 20Man tonight. Coincidence or what…. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeAman08 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 41 minutes ago, The Bard said: I would guess he's been bought to play 10 or either side of a front 3. Wilson will be the one to compete with Tanner... 9 minutes ago, 2015 said: Got a feeling NP might try and use Sykes in the same mould as he uses Weimann, he could be his understudy. Might not be a starter straight away, but sounds very similar to how Weimann is used for us (Wide in a front 3, in behind the front 2, winger, RWB). Yep these are the impressions I get. I know NP has said he sees a front 3 as a 2 with 1 behind. I do think it could be a more conventional 433 though depending on who we sign. Maybe a cm in a 3 too but with two stronger players. Maybe we don’t get a DM(not by choice but by not right target available)and we play a double pivot with more of a 10 role with 1 striker and two wingers. Sykes could play in any of the 3 behind the striker. Regardless of how the move goes, it is the type we should be looking at on a free. Obviously there needs to be a mix but a couple like this is low risk and high reward. At worst you have a versatile contributor from the bench at low cost for a season. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2015 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 2 minutes ago, Davefevs said: The thought had crossed my mind too. Nige on 20Man tonight. Coincidence or what…. And lets not forget, how highly rated was Weimann by Derby fans when he came here? Not too highly. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ciderarmy23 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 1 hour ago, RoystonFoote'snephew said: Not the Fleetwood Army. COD - how could i forget Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMWANG50 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Perhaps we are expecting a few bids for Weimann after the season he has had? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Definitely trust NP on this one. He'll have done his homework to make sure (as far as possible) that Sykes is the sort of player and character to contribute positively here. Pretty sure in our 118 year history we've never had a player called Sykes before. If he turns out to be a bit of a nutter, time for a return of the old Glen Humphries chant, 'PSYCHO, PSYCHO!' Or even if he doesn't perhaps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Had this through from the NTT20 guys.. He runs all day, good speed, stamina, quite a hectic player I would say, more hustle than precision. I didn’t think he was good enough technically for the Championship a year ago but it does seem like that’s improved a lot this season. His versatility I guess is a skill because there’s a spot for him in all systems, but also makes him one of those players where I couldn’t confidently say where he’d play for you? Imo he’s more effective in the outside areas of the pitch where there’s more space. Right now I’d say he should be a good squad player at the very least, so to pick him up nice and early on a free seems like good business. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2015 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 3 minutes ago, petehinton said: Had this through from the NTT20 guys.. He runs all day, good speed, stamina, quite a hectic player I would say, more hustle than precision. I didn’t think he was good enough technically for the Championship a year ago but it does seem like that’s improved a lot this season. His versatility I guess is a skill because there’s a spot for him in all systems, but also makes him one of those players where I couldn’t confidently say where he’d play for you? Imo he’s more effective in the outside areas of the pitch where there’s more space. Right now I’d say he should be a good squad player at the very least, so to pick him up nice and early on a free seems like good business. Sounds a lot like Weimann 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 I know very little of him but perhaps he’s been signed to play a ‘Wagstaff’ role. Won’t be an 8/10 every week, but will be someone with energy, works hard, who can come in and play a run of games in different positions when needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archie andrews Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 37 minutes ago, 2015 said: Sounds a lot like Weimann Sounds like a scott wagstaff type player too...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 He’s got pace, he will add width, good age… Something we’ve been lacking really for a little while. I don’t mind this seeing it’s a free transfer. The only thing I’ve got doubts about is the lads attitude. I can only go on by what a few Oxford fans have said previously. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Pretty poor goalscoring record so hopefully he is more about assists. Another club in the bag though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Just now, Super said: Pretty poor goalscoring record so hopefully he is more about assists. Another club in the bag though. Is 8 goals last season really “a poor goal scoring record” for someone who played all over the pitch & doesn’t take penalties? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedEyez Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 1 minute ago, Super said: Pretty poor goalscoring record so hopefully he is more about assists. Another club in the bag though. Isn’t that exactly what we’re trying to avoid doing since the LJ days? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 (edited) 3 minutes ago, GrahamC said: Is 8 goals last season really “a poor goal scoring record” for someone who played all over the pitch & doesn’t take penalties? i was looking at 9 goals in 104 games. Agree 8 last season is pretty good. Edited May 16, 2022 by Super Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
!james Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 4 minutes ago, RedEyez said: Isn’t that exactly what we’re trying to avoid doing since the LJ days? Depends if the other club in the bag is Zak Vyner... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LondonBristolian Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 (edited) 32 minutes ago, RedEyez said: Isn’t that exactly what we’re trying to avoid doing since the LJ days? I think the difference for me is that both LJ and Johnson Sr used "clubs in the bags" to have multiple options in the same position, which ultimately tended to leave us with an oversized squad full of players that we didn't work as a coherent unit. I see this more as getting a player who can cover a lot of positions (but hopefully) fits with how we want to play wherever he is situated. I know nothing about him but it feels like that is the intention from what I've read about him. I don't necessarily think it means that Weimann is off either. The major issue with Weimann (and Martin and Semenyo) is we don't have anyone who can replicate them or play a similar role. (That's not to knock Wells, Bell or Conway - just that including them instead of Semenyo, Martin or Weimann changes the system due to the fact that they are different players). If Sykes can provide a similar energy to Weimann it means we've got cover and an option to take him off in games if needed without rethinking our entire playing style. The other thing I'd say is that I think it bodes well to be making a signing this early. That gives the impression that NP knows what he wants and - at least in this case - has managed to get his first choice target. Edited May 16, 2022 by LondonBristolian 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taz Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 4 hours ago, westonred said: I love these player montages they make the player look like a world beater i remember one of Baz Savage making him look like Messi I doubt any type of montage could make him look good!! Whenever someone uses the phrase "he won a competition to get a pro contract", I think of Mr Savage.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerseybean Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 2 hours ago, Nogbad the Bad said: Definitely trust NP on this one. He'll have done his homework to make sure (as far as possible) that Sykes is the sort of player and character to contribute positively here. Pretty sure in our 118 year history we've never had a player called Sykes before. If he turns out to be a bit of a nutter, time for a return of the old Glen Humphries chant, 'PSYCHO, PSYCHO!' Or even if he doesn't perhaps? Also will be well known by Atkinson so that would have added to NPs information 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, Nogbad the Bad said: Pretty sure in our 118 year history we've never had a player called Sykes before. If he turns out to be a bit of a nutter, time for a return of the old Glen Humphries chant, 'PSYCHO, PSYCHO!' Or as PJ & Duncan sang/rapped/whatever it was supposed to be . . . "Watch us wreck the mic, watch us wreck the mic, watch us wreck the mic - SYKES" Edited May 16, 2022 by CyderInACan 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glynriley Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Eric the Red. Hope he doesn't turn out to be a 'plank' 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 56 minutes ago, Jerseybean said: Also will be well known by Atkinson so that would have added to NPs information I’m sure Elliot Moore will tell him about Nige too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshtonRobin21 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 The roof is open.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tinmans Love Child Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 COD new contract 13 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 To save people looking them up, the co-ordinates are indeed Ashton Gate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshtonRobin21 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Done deal and announced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kodjias Wrist Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Confirmed hes signed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 new t-shirt too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Army 75 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 8 minutes ago, Tinmans Love Child said: COD new contract 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFCGav Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Welcome Mark. Looking forward to seeing him in action next year! And well done City, good player with no fee, getting it done quick ️ 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheltons Army Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Oooooooooooooohhhhhh The tension Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshtonRobin21 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 3 year deal, with the option of a 4th. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 Ooh, I’m loving the T shirt, player looks pretty good too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 8 goals and 8 assists (this?)last season from midfield/left wing back. Not too shabby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 But do we know it's a good signing until Ian Gay let's us know his thoughts? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 (edited) We are mostly flying on EasyJet. Via Hartlepool no doubt. Edited May 16, 2022 by Major Isewater 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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