milesey05 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 ...although on tonight's showing, they can have him! Haha! Jose might be having second thoughts. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesey05 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 (edited) Sky are fuck wits. Showed Stones waving goodbye at the end of the programme......dicks Edited August 26, 2015 by milesey05 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Fuck off, Mourinho, fuck off, Mourinho! Martinez' interview was basically him politely emphasising the song our fans had been singing all night. markjazzbassist and Toffee_in_LA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Roberto just emphasising in his post match interview that Stones is not at all for sale and that in football money cannot buy you everything and you have to have a set of values. Loved that. getting teary eyed at work reading this. i really hope we can hold onto him, thank you RM for having some balls. I will rescind my "martinez out" and change to "you can stay" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 But still the last shot on the Sky coverage end sequence is Stones waving goodbye. He might have been waving to Barnsley fans but Sky's inference is obvious. Bastards. msloan78, Toffee_in_LA and Romey 1878 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msloan78 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 The next 6 days is going to feel like an eternity! Toffee_in_LA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYBlue Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Seeing the posts regarding RM's post match comments on Stones. I just noticed this on the feed on the OS: Everton says:Roberto Martinez confirms he will reject John Stones's transfer request in the morning. 'Today was a match day, the game was more important' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFC-Paul Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Disgraceful how the media have handled this in particular Sky of late absolute wankers You could tell the whole situation has Martinez riled and rightly so I just hope the board don't go against his media stance on it and put him in the firing line as he genuinely looks drained by it all Keep Stones and back the man now in the market show you've got some balls and back it up and the manager by strengthening the side if we did that it would make a real statement Toffee_in_LA and efc1111 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newty82 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 This shows the level of journalism we are up against, just copied and pasted this direct from SSN Transfer feed... Roberto Martinez starts John Stones in Everton's clash with Barnsley and insists the Chelsea striker is not for sale markjazzbassist 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rusty747 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 (edited) Disgraceful how the media have handled this in particular Sky of late absolute wankers You could tell the whole situation has Martinez riled and rightly so I just hope the board don't go against his media stance on it and put him in the firing line as he genuinely looks drained by it all Keep Stones and back the man now in the market show you've got some balls and back it up and the manager by strengthening the side if we did that it would make a real statement Absolutely spot on. This is where Everton either take their place amongst the big boys or accept mid table obscurity. This next week is one of the most important times in recent Everton history and will define the next ten years. Big statement but I mean every word. Edited August 26, 2015 by rusty747 markjazzbassist, Matt, jofanon and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 This shows the level of journalism we are up against, just copied and pasted this direct from SSN Transfer feed... Roberto Martinez starts John Stones in Everton's clash with Barnsley and insists the Chelsea striker is not for sale LOL he's already playing for Chelsea and has moved to striker? FFS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC11 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Just seen that Martinez interview and although I've slated him a lot the fellas got a backbone.... I can't see him letting him go! This will be the board. Well done Martinez! Matt and Toffee_in_LA 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Roberto's 20/1 for the next manager to leave. Anyone who thinks Stones will be sold after tonight's comments might be wise to put a few quid with those odds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Really hope he follows that through. Stay tough Roberto. On the one hand, if all this transfer request stuff is true, I think John showed what a pro and an honest lad he is tonight. He still put a shift in where many others would have tried to get out of playing and not put themselves in the firing line. Big respect for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 http://www.evertonfc.com/news/2015/08/26/martinez-firm-on-stones-future brilliant interview! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I just hope that if we follow through on this and keep Stones that it doesn't mean we don't strengthen the squad. And if we don't strengthen the squad keeping hold of Stones better not make people brush that under the carpet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornish Steve Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Really hope he follows that through. Stay tough Roberto. On the one hand, if all this transfer request stuff is true, I think John showed what a pro and an honest lad he is tonight. He still put a shift in where many others would have tried to get out of playing and not put themselves in the firing line. Big respect for him. Even jumped for joy about it - just at an inopportune moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Reading stuff on Twitter about the team bus turning up at some services and players being surrounded by fans. Stones was obviously present and the fans were asking him questions, some suggested they knew the board had forced his hand with the transfer request and he burst into tears. Naismith was near, put his arm round him and walked him back to the bus, telling fans "he's (John) not allowed to say anything." Apparently he was inconsolable. Hated reading that His head must be mush at the minute. Glad 99% of the people at the game tonight were behind him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornish Steve Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 (edited) Reading stuff on Twitter about the team bus turning up at some services and players being surrounded by fans. Stones was obviously present and the fans were asking him questions, some suggested they knew the board had forced his hand with the transfer request and he burst into tears. Naismith was near, put his arm round him and walked him back to the bus, telling fans "he's (John) not allowed to say anything." Apparently he was inconsolable. Hated reading that His head must be mush at the minute. Glad 99% of the people at the game tonight were behind him. He's a young lad, and a decent lad by all accounts. With all the headlines and the speculations and rumours and tweets and lawyers telling you what you can and cannot say and your agent breathing down your neck to make money and then having a bit of a bad game early on... Yes, I really feel sorry for the guy. Words hurt. Not everyone is Mr. Macho-man inside, and we shouldn't be putting young people through something like this. Your story put a dose of reality on things. I've been irritated by some of the aggressive and/or negative things people post on here, and I'm sure other Everton forums are worse. We're armchair warriors, right? So easy to type and create an image. But for young players, accusations and diatribes are real and hurtful. Just imagine how these guys must feel if they or their families actually browse through forums themselves. Sometimes it must be devastating at a personal level. Just imagine if our own son or brother faced such pressure. Would it be fair? How would they cope? There's no shame in getting upset. Edited August 27, 2015 by Cornish Steve Bluenose Manx 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeQuince Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Reading stuff on Twitter about the team bus turning up at some services and players being surrounded by fans. Stones was obviously present and the fans were asking him questions, some suggested they knew the board had forced his hand with the transfer request and he burst into tears. Naismith was near, put his arm round him and walked him back to the bus, telling fans "he's (John) not allowed to say anything." Apparently he was inconsolable. Hated reading that His head must be mush at the minute. Glad 99% of the people at the game tonight were behind him. Posted a video in the Barnsley thread of an Everton "supporter" yelling at Stones and calling him a "rat" as he left the pitch tonight. The pressure this kid (and he is a kid) is under from the media and the fans is so fucked up. I hope the club comes out with a statement, with the aim of deflecting attention away from Stones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toffee_in_LA Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 He's staying and that is that. Why would Everton reject the request if the board "allegedly" asked him to submit one? He played like crap for a lot of today's game and we saw how much he still has to grow. He needs to pick himself up from here, play as great as we know he is capable of doing en route to the euros and after the season, the club will evaluate his status in the club. As long as he is wearing our blue kit, he will have my 100% backing (and criticism just like any other player). COYB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pearso Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Didnt catch the Barnsley game, but seen the video of the goal where he "skips" over the ball, infering hes trying to rock the boat. Was there anything in that? I think the social media landscape with twitter and shit tends to blow things out of proportion, but I didnt actually see it live. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicagoblue Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Reading stuff on Twitter about the team bus turning up at some services and players being surrounded by fans. Stones was obviously present and the fans were asking him questions, some suggested they knew the board had forced his hand with the transfer request and he burst into tears. Naismith was near, put his arm round him and walked him back to the bus, telling fans "he's (John) not allowed to say anything." Apparently he was inconsolable. Hated reading that His head must be mush at the minute. Glad 99% of the people at the game tonight were behind him. If there's any truth in that there's no way he can play at the weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter H Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I feel sorry for him for the way some idiots are treating him but im glad that he is staying. (I never doubted it lol) If Chelsea really want him they will have to do a lot better than 40 + 5 mil. Now lets buy another central defender (back up) and ease Mori into the role over the next few months before we cash in on Stones and buy Neymar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 Ten I'm a real doubting Thomas so I find this hard to believe. First off I can't imagine the coach stopping at a service station when it's only a 90 mile trip. And it's so late also. It sounds a bit far fetched and blue union type proper gander. Take a look at @Jacob_1878's Tweet: https://twitter.com/Jacob_1878/status/636681175088672768?s=09 His next tweet... Take a look at @Jacob_1878's Tweet: https://twitter.com/Jacob_1878/status/636681414440845314?s=09 I don't agree with this but this is his mate... Take a look at @Andy1878_'s Tweet: https://twitter.com/Andy1878_/status/636681831270760448?s=09 Another source of info... Take a look at @SOS1878's Tweet: https://twitter.com/SOS1878/status/636684213333454849?s=09 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/comment-passionate-roberto-martinez-comes-9936938 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 I just hope Everton fans don't boo him this evening. Psychologically, that might just push him over the edge. Right now, we should be cheering him like crazy to demonstrate support! Lets just say he got a mixed reception, the majority of fans were behind him but there were a few booing him also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 That's disgusting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 looks like it was before the game still nothing conclusive for me. Still don't go with the banners and shit like that. And the transfer request why would we tell him to that then say no. You mean, before the game when it was still light outside? Its pretty dark. Which implies later. They were just a couple of examples, there's more reports of it. Don't have to believe it, happy to share with people, ad I thought it relevant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeQuince Posted August 27, 2015 Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 It was after the match. There's several supporters who were there. This kid posted a video of him walking away and Naismith going after him: Prior to posting it, he also mentioned that he and other fans were saying "don't leave" and singing before he walked away crying, followed by Naisy who said "leave him" and told fans to "not put pressure on him." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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