Iamryanstover

He is drawing attention to the fact 777 could be a disaster for us and backing up his opinion with cold hard facts so it’s a million miles from being bullshit
I don’t get why he gets so much stick, he predicted this mess we are in a long time ago and just got abuse from the ‘it’s not your money’ brigade 
He was right then and looks to be right now
It’s fair enough if you are not arsed about this type of thing but I think he is dead right to be drawing attention to it

I think we would all like to see him come good again and more so in an Everton shirt. The problem being are we a club who can financially cover his costs for a season with potentially seeing no return on the pitch, and are we as a squad able to name a player that may not contribute anything football wise to the team, some tough decisions a head for Dele and the club on this but either way I hope what ever comes along is the right decision for both parties. 

This whole Dele deal is such a microcosm of this club. Like Bill and Farhad. The best thing the club can do is get rid of Dele asap. This deal was always more dreaming than planning.

This whole Dele deal is such a microcosm of this club. Like Bill and Farhad. The best thing the club can do is get rid of Dele asap. This deal was always more dreaming than planning.

Doubt he plays another game/minute for us. Also thought it was 7 games?

Just messing Haf it’s good to be able to enjoy the win with a bit of banter, we don’t often get the chance to enjoy our wins by taking the piss out of each other, I’m so happy at the moment you wouldn’t believe it. 

Holy Shit! I haven't posted in like a decade. I finish work and see the result. 5-1 us, but Brighton has 80% possession? That's the most Football Manager esque result since Arsenal came back on Reading. What a day. 

Holy Shit! I haven't posted in like a decade. I finish work and see the result. 5-1 us, but Brighton has 80% possession? That's the most Football Manager esque result since Arsenal came back on Reading. What a day. 

Holy Shit! I haven't posted in like a decade. I finish work and see the result. 5-1 us, but Brighton has 80% possession? That's the most Football Manager esque result since Arsenal came back on Reading. What a day. 

Holy Shit! I haven't posted in like a decade. I finish work and see the result. 5-1 us, but Brighton has 80% possession? That's the most Football Manager esque result since Arsenal came back on Reading. What a day. 

with the folks in charge of this club it is hard to see any manager in world football succeeding here. 

A couple of weeks ago I was drinking 15 pints a day and doing 8 lines, I’m pleased to say I’ve kicked that habit in half 😂

The thing is that Everton doesn't have the money to buy players with potential just to loan them out. We're struggling bad enough to sign players ready to make an immediate impact because the money clubs offer those same players (and their agents) better deals and more glamourous prospects and their teams more money.

I don't disagree with previous season's under Moyes because their was always a limit to where he could take us but I don't see that with Martinez. You can't just simply put last season's achievements down as luck, that's a completely ridiculous comment to make. Whether you're want to admit it or not, last season was a big step forward and whilst it's frustrating to not have anything to really show for it, if we can either repeat that level of performance or possibly better it this year it would another step forward, again regardless of whether we win any trophies. That will be difficult but we have plenty of time yet to make signings.
 
As much as I dislike Kenwright, I'd rather have him at the helm than some foreign billionaire who would sell the club's soul and spend all the money it takes just to win some silverware. Personally I don't think I would even be that interested in supporting Everton any more if that's what it came down to.

I just got around to watching this video today. It was really interesting. I think money ball is a natural way to go for all sports, but like was said in the video the problem is how exactly do you quantify your data into a system that is beneficial. It also made sense that Spurs seem to rival us for many players because we are 2 of the big analytical clubs in the league.

Still absolutely gutted we didn't give him a real go here.

Not imperative? Gotta say its the area we most need changing

I want to say I would cry out of happiness, but I can only imagine what my girlfriend would say if I started crying at my most vulnerable(during the act). I could see it now.
Me: Babe I'm getting close.
Her: Its ok
Me: Where should I come
Her: ?????(You never can tell what she will say)
 
At this point I start crying
 
Her: Babe its ok whats wrong
Me: Its nothing, Love (Yeah I'm an American. I still say love. I picked it up from ya'll and I like it)
Her: Tell me Babe
Me: Everton signed the best Asian footballer in the world today. His name is Honda
Her: What!?!? I thought something was wrong
Me: No, I am just so happy
Her: You never cry when you are happy. Get off me
Me: But, I'm not done
Her: Oh, but I am done. You can go come on your Honda.
 
At this point she pushes me off.
 
Me: I was really close, and I don't have a Honda anymore. I drive a Volkswagen.
Her: Then come on the F***ing Volkswagen.
 
Woman never seem to understand true passion am I right?

100% Correct. MLS will let top players leave, but they are not in the business of giving top players away. The league(not individual teams) own each contract in MLS; even the designated players that are not in the wage cap. It is not rocket science. Most clubs(MLS clubs included) have the ambition of keeping top players, and young players in order to improve as a club, or in MLS's case to improve the quality of the league while not breaking the budget; which is something MLS is always dealing with.

I want to say I would cry out of happiness, but I can only imagine what my girlfriend would say if I started crying at my most vulnerable(during the act). I could see it now.
Me: Babe I'm getting close.
Her: Its ok
Me: Where should I come
Her: ?????(You never can tell what she will say)
 
At this point I start crying
 
Her: Babe its ok whats wrong
Me: Its nothing, Love (Yeah I'm an American. I still say love. I picked it up from ya'll and I like it)
Her: Tell me Babe
Me: Everton signed the best Asian footballer in the world today. His name is Honda
Her: What!?!? I thought something was wrong
Me: No, I am just so happy
Her: You never cry when you are happy. Get off me
Me: But, I'm not done
Her: Oh, but I am done. You can go come on your Honda.
 
At this point she pushes me off.
 
Me: I was really close, and I don't have a Honda anymore. I drive a Volkswagen.
Her: Then come on the F***ing Volkswagen.
 
Woman never seem to understand true passion am I right?

I want to say I would cry out of happiness, but I can only imagine what my girlfriend would say if I started crying at my most vulnerable(during the act). I could see it now.
Me: Babe I'm getting close.
Her: Its ok
Me: Where should I come
Her: ?????(You never can tell what she will say)
 
At this point I start crying
 
Her: Babe its ok whats wrong
Me: Its nothing, Love (Yeah I'm an American. I still say love. I picked it up from ya'll and I like it)
Her: Tell me Babe
Me: Everton signed the best Asian footballer in the world today. His name is Honda
Her: What!?!? I thought something was wrong
Me: No, I am just so happy
Her: You never cry when you are happy. Get off me
Me: But, I'm not done
Her: Oh, but I am done. You can go come on your Honda.
 
At this point she pushes me off.
 
Me: I was really close, and I don't have a Honda anymore. I drive a Volkswagen.
Her: Then come on the F***ing Volkswagen.
 
Woman never seem to understand true passion am I right?

100% Correct. MLS will let top players leave, but they are not in the business of giving top players away. The league(not individual teams) own each contract in MLS; even the designated players that are not in the wage cap. It is not rocket science. Most clubs(MLS clubs included) have the ambition of keeping top players, and young players in order to improve as a club, or in MLS's case to improve the quality of the league while not breaking the budget; which is something MLS is always dealing with.

I want to say I would cry out of happiness, but I can only imagine what my girlfriend would say if I started crying at my most vulnerable(during the act). I could see it now.
Me: Babe I'm getting close.
Her: Its ok
Me: Where should I come
Her: ?????(You never can tell what she will say)
 
At this point I start crying
 
Her: Babe its ok whats wrong
Me: Its nothing, Love (Yeah I'm an American. I still say love. I picked it up from ya'll and I like it)
Her: Tell me Babe
Me: Everton signed the best Asian footballer in the world today. His name is Honda
Her: What!?!? I thought something was wrong
Me: No, I am just so happy
Her: You never cry when you are happy. Get off me
Me: But, I'm not done
Her: Oh, but I am done. You can go come on your Honda.
 
At this point she pushes me off.
 
Me: I was really close, and I don't have a Honda anymore. I drive a Volkswagen.
Her: Then come on the F***ing Volkswagen.
 
Woman never seem to understand true passion am I right?

I want to say I would cry out of happiness, but I can only imagine what my girlfriend would say if I started crying at my most vulnerable(during the act). I could see it now.
Me: Babe I'm getting close.
Her: Its ok
Me: Where should I come
Her: ?????(You never can tell what she will say)
 
At this point I start crying
 
Her: Babe its ok whats wrong
Me: Its nothing, Love (Yeah I'm an American. I still say love. I picked it up from ya'll and I like it)
Her: Tell me Babe
Me: Everton signed the best Asian footballer in the world today. His name is Honda
Her: What!?!? I thought something was wrong
Me: No, I am just so happy
Her: You never cry when you are happy. Get off me
Me: But, I'm not done
Her: Oh, but I am done. You can go come on your Honda.
 
At this point she pushes me off.
 
Me: I was really close, and I don't have a Honda anymore. I drive a Volkswagen.
Her: Then come on the F***ing Volkswagen.
 
Woman never seem to understand true passion am I right?

Kane it all comes down to our board knowing how frustrated we get over the lack of squad investment, and they believe that by making attempts to improve the club we will be satisfied. Think of how long we have held onto Leroy Fer and countless others over the last several years. I am not trying to sound like a conspiracy theorist, but our board are only looking to make a profit off of what they have put into the club, For most businesses I would say that is a great vision, but for a football club who gain followers all over the world, and bleed for the club it only hurts. I used to think it was Moyes who dragged his feet over transfers, but now he has left, and he has already bought Thiago. I used to think Kenwright loved the club, but he claims fans have bothered him like rape, and Elstone, my mother taught me restraint, but I really dislike him. I do not expect investment at the club similar to Man City, Monaco, or Paris, but some level of ambition from our board would be quite pleasing. How they dismissed the idea of letting the fan base buy more into the club to fund operatinos imilar to Dortmund or other German clubs has me furious. They appoint quality personal to manage the players, but I feel like they could care less about how the club operates as long as they make a return on their investment. I know it may seem a bit extreme, but it was only 2 years ago Moyes was talking about how the club would be in a relegation fight, and without investment that is sure to return with the clubs around us all improving. Every club will not pull a QPR. I am not BU, and I do not hate our board, but I am worried about the direction the board is taking our beloved club. Sorry I went off topic, but these things have been on my mind lately, and I have had several drinks tonight.