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Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Pre-season and no signings
Tottenham hotspur is in the U.S for their customary preseason tour and cup competition. The participants are NY Red Bulls who are the hosts, Manchester City, Sporting Lisbon and us. Normally I would ignore this bit but New York Red bulls had Thierry Henry, our old foe in their starting lineup and I was curious. Our world cup stars were in absentia recouperating on an extended vacation. So, with our squad stretched to its limit and a lineup even the most diehard of Tottenham supporters would struggle with, mediocrity was expected if not deserved. Inspite of all this we performed marvelously, NY Red Bulls went down 2-1; Henry scored on his debut but we staged a comeback with goals from Keane and Bale. We then drew 2-2 with Lisbon who had earlier beaten City 2-0 which meant they took the trophy by goal difference, no complaints. City lost all their games which will definitely put a smile on one or two Spurtans considering their big money transfers. Manchester United are also in the U.S and they also lost (smile) to Kansas City Stars. Robbie Keane was named the player of the tournament with two goals and an assist which is a good sign considering that no money has been spent so far in this transfer window. Im glad to say that I witnessed such great depth and talent in our squad with players I havent normally paid much attention to putting on impressive performances, they include: Jonathan Obika, Danny Rose, Andros Townsend, Adel Taarabt and the Kyles.
Monday, July 5, 2010
My Transfer Two Cents
Lets talk transfers. The media has decided to label Spurs and Manchester City the benchmark when it comes to big-money transfers. Understandably, with City the resources are there with a 60million pound spree already to acquire talents like Jerome Boateng, Yaya Toure and David Silva and I bet you they aren't done yet. And get this, Yaya will receive a cool 220,000 pounds a week, permission to say Goddamn! When it comes to Spurs, we arent going match that on our best day, Real Madrid would be hard pressed to beat that, perhaps.
Seriously, Redknapp only has about 40million quid to spend which may seem a lot if you are a Liverpool fan (no pun intended) but City are planning a major revolution and make no mistake, there will be casualties. Our current squad, as it is, may only just be good enough for a top 7 finish, that is if Harry gets his tactics right (see Capello 2010 disaster) but with our new European commitments we may be looking at a relegation battle on the onset of our customary injuries. Be that as it may, we are doing much better depth wise than the likes of Liverpool.
Problem is, not many players want to play at White hart Lane which is a marvelous atmosphere but not quite like Anfield (even in the face of administartion) and Old Trafford. To create such an atmosphere requires an inherent predisposition to some kind of Champions league success which im hopeful we can achieve in a couple of years.
Therefore, in seeking to bolster our current squad I have come up with some key areas which require reinforcement: CB, RB, Left wing, Playmaking and Attack.
Ledley King is a demigod albeit an injured one who qyualifies for a titanium knee transplant, Woodgate has been injured since before Obama was president and Bassong isnt proven at a higher level. What im looking for here is a new partner in defence for Michael Dawson that will make us the most feared defence in all of Europe.
My buy: Simon Kjaer (Palermo and Denmark, 21) cost: 9million
In right back, Vedran Corluka has never been my favourite and Kaboul does not fit into that position very well. The Kyles are still inexperienced so I would go for a more confident and established player in that position.
Micah Richards may be heading for the City door soon and we had better be waiting on the other end. Curtis Davies (Aston Villa) is also up for consideration.
Giovani dos Santos did well for Mexico, im not sure whether he prefers the left or right wing but regardless, his loan period is over and we want him at White Hart Lane. O'hara can still play there but im looking for excessive proven skill....Ladies and Gentlemen I give you, Joe Cole, 28 available on a free transfer but his wage may prove to be a significant barrier.
Playmaker: Michael Carrick.
And finally, Eidur Gudjohnsen on a permanent deal.
Sell:
Woodgate, Jenas, Kaboul, O'hara, Keane.
Note: If we sell Pav, we had better replace him with a like-for-like striker. Ipswich's Connor Wickham at only 16, Edinson Cavani or Diego Forlan.
My starting line up: Gomes, King, Dawson, Bale, Corluka, Cole, Carrick, Huddlestone, Modric, Lennon, Defoe. Subs: Cudicini, Richards, Ekotto, Palacios, Kranjcar, Crouch, Gudjohnsen, Pav.
...my two cents. Spurtan out!
Seriously, Redknapp only has about 40million quid to spend which may seem a lot if you are a Liverpool fan (no pun intended) but City are planning a major revolution and make no mistake, there will be casualties. Our current squad, as it is, may only just be good enough for a top 7 finish, that is if Harry gets his tactics right (see Capello 2010 disaster) but with our new European commitments we may be looking at a relegation battle on the onset of our customary injuries. Be that as it may, we are doing much better depth wise than the likes of Liverpool.
Problem is, not many players want to play at White hart Lane which is a marvelous atmosphere but not quite like Anfield (even in the face of administartion) and Old Trafford. To create such an atmosphere requires an inherent predisposition to some kind of Champions league success which im hopeful we can achieve in a couple of years.
Therefore, in seeking to bolster our current squad I have come up with some key areas which require reinforcement: CB, RB, Left wing, Playmaking and Attack.
Ledley King is a demigod albeit an injured one who qyualifies for a titanium knee transplant, Woodgate has been injured since before Obama was president and Bassong isnt proven at a higher level. What im looking for here is a new partner in defence for Michael Dawson that will make us the most feared defence in all of Europe.
My buy: Simon Kjaer (Palermo and Denmark, 21) cost: 9million
In right back, Vedran Corluka has never been my favourite and Kaboul does not fit into that position very well. The Kyles are still inexperienced so I would go for a more confident and established player in that position.
Micah Richards may be heading for the City door soon and we had better be waiting on the other end. Curtis Davies (Aston Villa) is also up for consideration.
Giovani dos Santos did well for Mexico, im not sure whether he prefers the left or right wing but regardless, his loan period is over and we want him at White Hart Lane. O'hara can still play there but im looking for excessive proven skill....Ladies and Gentlemen I give you, Joe Cole, 28 available on a free transfer but his wage may prove to be a significant barrier.
Playmaker: Michael Carrick.
And finally, Eidur Gudjohnsen on a permanent deal.
Sell:
Woodgate, Jenas, Kaboul, O'hara, Keane.
Note: If we sell Pav, we had better replace him with a like-for-like striker. Ipswich's Connor Wickham at only 16, Edinson Cavani or Diego Forlan.
My starting line up: Gomes, King, Dawson, Bale, Corluka, Cole, Carrick, Huddlestone, Modric, Lennon, Defoe. Subs: Cudicini, Richards, Ekotto, Palacios, Kranjcar, Crouch, Gudjohnsen, Pav.
...my two cents. Spurtan out!
Tottenham Hotspur Home Jersey for 2010-11 Season: Leak!
A new photo of Tottenham’s new jersey for the 2010-11 season has been leaked on the Internet. Designed and manufactured by Puma, the new Tottenham home shirt features a retro design with navy trim. Exquisitely designed, the new Spurs shirt has thankfully dropped the yellow from last season.Overall, I love the design. It’s classy, retro and – to be frank – perfect. We’ll have to wait to see how the sponsor’s name looks on the shirt and whether it complements the design.
This is definitely UEFA Champions League fashion.
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