duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 I think it will be a very good signing, starting with him getting the winner on Saturday night! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 I think it will be a very good signing, starting with him getting the winner on Saturday night! Unlikely to be fit enough to feature, surely? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Unlikely to be fit enough to feature, surely? Given how tired the rest of the squad have looked in the first 2 games I doubt he could be any worse off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueBlood81 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Welcome aboard Sammy Lad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Wouldn't have been my first choice but 100% behind him now. nutmegwolf203 and Howardshands 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gethinO Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 (edited) Wasn't keen to start with but slowly growing on me and I'll always give anyone who wears a blue shirt full support. The headline is still a bit surreal though - Everton sign Samuel Eto'o! Ha ha! Dare I say that he's probably the biggest name to ever sign for us? Edited August 26, 2014 by Geth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinn31 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Really mixed feelings about this one. Was once a world class striker, but is definitely past his prime. He still had a decent Premier League scoring record with Chelsea last season (9 goals in 21 apps), but wasn't as good in Europe and the cups. He definitely still has his poachers instincts, but he's still a bit of a gamble. If the deal is structured well (not absurd wages, an option for a second year), this could be a really prudent move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Right then, prove me wrong and best of luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 http://www.evertonfc.com/news/archive/2014/08/26/everton-sign-eto-o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 http://www.evertonfc.com/news/archive/2014/08/26/everton-sign-eto-o RM mentioning fitness sounds like he won't be available this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gethinO Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 "Samuel Eto’o will wear the number five shirt this season" Oh for god sakes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 "Samuel Etoo will wear the number five shirt this season" Oh for god sakes! StevO's going to have a fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Top quality striker with a reputation for putting the ball into the back of the net, great player for Lukaku to learn from. Can't see any negatives in this one... Welcome Eto to Goodison Park, home of football. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newty82 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Love it! Excited by this. Not so much from the playing/scoring angle but the experience he'll bring for the likes of Lukaku and the next gen, the European experience, the knowledge etc. Brilliant coup this is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinn31 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 StevO's going to have a fit. Number five? That's absurd. Almost as bad as Kone being #2 at Wigan. To be honest, I'd rather Eto'o be something silly like #99 rather than #5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddock Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 "Samuel Etoo will wear the number five shirt this season" Oh for god sakes! Weird number to give him but I don't really give a fuck if he wears a pair of knickers and a bra as long as he scores goals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 I had to shake myself when I seen him in an Everton shirt for real. Grinning like the Cheshire Cat here. Fantastic signing. Regardless of age Eto'o is still a big name and a cracking player. Can't believe it to be honest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djsunyc Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 (edited) ok...let's eto'o the crap outta chelsea this weekend thoward18 - how could it be a disaster? i ask b/c i am new to this whole crazy world of soccer will this signing prevent us from making moves next year? what are the final details of the contract? is the 2nd year guaranteed? Edited August 26, 2014 by djsunyc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 congrats samuel, welcome to the squad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thoward18 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 ok...let's eto'o the crap outta chelsea this weekend thoward18 - how could it be a disaster? i ask b/c i am new to this whole crazy world of soccer will this signing prevent us from making moves next year? what are the final details of the contract? is the 2nd year guaranteed? Imagine if a middle-budget baseball team in the US like the Milwaukee Brewers or Kansas City Royals gave a 2 year, 35-million dollar contract to a 36-year-old Alex Rodriguez. It would kind of be like that. Eto'o was once one of the best goal scorers in the world. He was the the premiere striker on Barcelona about a decade ago. Ever since he made a move to play in Russia (which is, like, the 10th best league in Europe) in order to become the highest-paid player in the world questions have risen about his intentions. Now he is 33, so he's slowed down a bit. On the other hand, he still clearly has plenty of talent. He scored 9 goals in 21 appearances for Chelsea just last season. Everton were pretty bare at the striker position after Lukaku, and Steven Naismith now being forced into the attacking midfielder role due to Barkley's injury makes it that much worse. Eto'o, if the production matches his inherent talent, is a massive upgrade over Arouna Kone as the second striker and gives Everton a legitimate option off the bench or for cup matches or if Lukaku is hurt. Going back to the baseball analogy. If a team like the Yankees threw a bunch of money at a risky player like that and it didn't work out then whatever. Barely a blip on their bottom line. But a team like Milwaukee or Kansas City? That's going to hurt them financially. Everton aren't poor but they're not a team with much room for financial error. Presumably, Eto'o is going to be on an expensive contract, and if he doesn't provide the production to justify it then it's going to be a massive anchor on the payroll. Given how Eto'o's career has played out over the last 5 or so years, it seems like it could go either way. chicagoblue, MikeO, Matt and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Imagine if a middle-budget baseball team in the US like the Milwaukee Brewers or Kansas City Royals gave a 2 year, 35-million dollar contract to a 36-year-old Alex Rodriguez. It would kind of be like that. Eto'o was once one of the best goal scorers in the world. He was the the premiere striker on Barcelona about a decade ago. Ever since he made a move to play in Russia (which is, like, the 10th best league in Europe) in order to become the highest-paid player in the world questions have risen about his intentions. Now he is 33, so he's slowed down a bit. On the other hand, he still clearly has plenty of talent. He scored 9 goals in 21 appearances for Chelsea just last season. Everton were pretty bare at the striker position after Lukaku, and Steven Naismith now being forced into the attacking midfielder role due to Barkley's injury makes it that much worse. Eto'o, if the production matches his inherent talent, is a massive upgrade over Arouna Kone as the second striker and gives Everton a legitimate option off the bench or for cup matches or if Lukaku is hurt. Going back to the baseball analogy. If a team like the Yankees threw a bunch of money at a risky player like that and it didn't work out then whatever. Barely a blip on their bottom line. But a team like Milwaukee or Kansas City? That's going to hurt them financially. Everton aren't poor but they're not a team with much room for financial error. Presumably, Eto'o is going to be on an expensive contract, and if he doesn't provide the production to justify it then it's going to be a massive anchor on the payroll. Given how Eto'o's career has played out over the last 5 or so years, it seems like it could go either way. If the money wasn't there this board would not have done the deal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thoward18 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 If the money wasn't there this board would not have done the deal! I never said the money wasn't there. I said there's little room for error. If Tottenham had splurged for a gamble like this and it totally failed then, whatever. It wouldn't really affect their business going forward. They'd bury the player in the reserves for a year and find another player. Everton are hardly going to go bankrupt from this but there's not much maneuverability from here on out if it doesn't work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_E Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 If the money wasn't there this board would not have done the deal! It's also on a Bosman and just for two years. Even if he's shit it wouldn't be a colossal disaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuffRob Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 It's also on a Bosman and just for two years. Even if he's shit it wouldn't be a colossal disaster. agree totally, could be a disaster, but could just as easy end up the best deal of the transfer window. He is used to playing at the highest level with top players. Liverpool has signed a 32 year old Ricky Lambert for £4M+ add on. I know which one I thinks the better player to bring of a bench Strikers are such a premium - so could be a shrewd move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 So good they've given him two shirts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 So good they've given him two shirts! Throwing more money away.... . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Angel Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Nice wedge lid. Welcome Mr eto. Am not overwhelmed so now to change my mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nutmegwolf203 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 For example: I've seen Barkley dive a few times, I still think he's fantastic, and while that headbutt can't be defended, it's also not the worst thing I've seen a footballer do on the pitch. It's not even the worst headbutt! With that said, I wouldn't want Zidane coming to Everton after what he did to Materazzi... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_E Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 Check these out, sexy: 1997-present - Cameroon - 118 (56) 2000-2004 - Mallorca - 120 (48) 2004-2009 - Barcelona - 145 (108) 2009-2011 - Internazionale - 67 - (33) 2011-2013 - Anzhi - 53 (25) 2013-2014 - Chelsea - 21 (9) Played on the wing for Inter and Anzhi as well I believe rather than as a real centre forward. Of course he's past his best now but if he wasn't then a "Eto'o signs for Everton" story would be a hoax to unrealistic to make for a good on April's Fools' Day joke. Questioning his character because he accepted to go play in Russia for €20m a year or whatever people claimed he was making is pretty silly as well imo. Every one of our players would have done the same. nutmegwolf203 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 26, 2014 Report Share Posted August 26, 2014 If he's not the Eto'o of the past what's the point in showing highlights of his past? Mirallas 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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