AlbanyNYToffee Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 We know Kenny is not the answer. We don't know if Maitland-Niles is. On a free that's enough for me to say go for it. We put our eggs in the Dumfries basket and I genuinely believe we were very close to finishing the deal before his agent (as any good agent would) told him to hold off until after the Euros to see what else might be out there. The what else turned out to be Inter and we were left at the altar. I want a new RB (love Seamus but it's time for him to be the cover) as much as anyone. Here's where I think I differ from most: I feel the overwhelming consensus is clubs should have a scouting list at least 5-6 names deep at every position. I've never subscribed to that. The fact is the premier league requires a standard most professional footballers can't handle and we need players who make us better and we're already a top half side (believe it or not) so I'm glad we're sticking to our first choice in terms of spending big money on a transfer. Some of our recent big signings were our top targets (and it turns out Walsh was largely terrible at spending big money) but my recollection is names like Ashley Williams, Schneiderlin, Bolasie, Klaasen, Tosun, and Iwobi were all 'panic' buys after we missed on other targets, and they ended costing us more than just the transfer fee and wage. Taking a few chances on loans leads to a more sustainable club in the long-term. It appears we're going to need a RB next year so selling Kenny and paying nothing for Maitland-Niles gets us started towards that goal. Matt, dunlopp9987 and Shukes 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornish Steve Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 Seems like we're holding a competition to see how many letters can fit on the back of an Everton shirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 I hope we’re not just being sold up the river on this one! dunlopp9987 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpartyBlue Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 40 minutes ago, c1982 said: Arsenal’s 4th choice right back who’s been their best right back since Bellerin’s injury - probably why he’s so pissed off. There is something to be said for bringing in hungry players with something to prove. Gray is a good example of that. Of course we all want top end talent but in the interim I like how we seem to be going about our business given the restrictions. What it will also mean is that bringing in 3/4 cheap guys will give us more room to operate when we do go for the next Richarlison type. London Blue and Matt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn balor Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 Can play both fullback positions and midfield. Arsenal wanted to buy other right backs but now they want to keep him. Arteta won’t be there much longer anyway but would have been a solid signing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 20 minutes ago, Shukes said: I hope we’re not just being sold up the river on this one! I get it Shukes. Shukes 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MikeO Posted August 30, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 24 minutes ago, Bill said: I get it Shukes. Everone got it, we just didn't respond; puns are so yesterday, it's a sign of the thames. Matt, Wiggytop, Shukes and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 9 minutes ago, MikeO said: Everone got it, we just didn't respond; puns are yesterday, it's a sign of the thames. You’re in denile mait - get over it! Matt and Shukes 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 2 hours ago, markjazzbassist said: Arteta is doing us a favor, he’s not good enough. Pete is right might as well just roll with Kenny if we are going for this caliber of player. Not in my opinion, Maitland Niles has an England cap. Widely recognised as arsenal's best full back. Kenny? Not for me. Not good enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 2 minutes ago, c1982 said: You’re in denile mate - get over it! Are you yangtzeing my chain again Zoo 2.0, Shukes, Matt and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 2 minutes ago, MikeO said: Are you yangtzeing my chain again At least get the edited version mait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunlopp9987 Posted August 30, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 12 minutes ago, MikeO said: Are you yangtzeing my chain again This is the winner of all winners Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msloan78 Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 Lord have Mersey. You fellas are driving me on-seine. Danube even recognise a good river related pun. MikeO, markjazzbassist, Shukes and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo 2.0 Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 Despite still being young, he's like a fine Rhine - just gets better with age. Shukes and Matt 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunlopp9987 Posted August 30, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 Mississippi. Amazon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palfy Posted August 30, 2021 Report Share Posted August 30, 2021 5 hours ago, MikeO said: Which Arsenal website? 4 hours ago, Romey 1878 said: It's a post he's put up on one of his social media pages. I think it's his Instagram. Sorry Mike, thanks Rom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 On 28/08/2021 at 01:17, markjazzbassist said: Hell no, stop buying arenals overrated overhyped English boys. Fuck sake no more trash Why does English have anything to do with it? Anyway, Deelightful puns lads. I've been Avon a hard time keeping track of how many we've had, definitely passed Severn now though. msloan78 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Formby Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 1 hour ago, Matt said: Anyway, Deelightful puns lads. I've been Avon a hard time keeping track of how many we've had, definitely passed Severn now though. Up to Trenty now, I think. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 He’s been banned from training with Arsenal first team squad https://www.90min.com/posts/arsenal-transfer-news-ainsley-maitland-niles-banned-training-takehiro-tomiyasu-deal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 London Blue 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 What makes him think he will get regular games with us, who would he replace. ?? Answers on a postcard to Rafa Benitez. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 8 minutes ago, Bill said: What makes him think he will get regular games with us, who would he replace. ?? Answers on a postcard to Rafa Benitez. Us trying to bring him in suggests he's wanted and will play games. c1982 and London Blue 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 Answer on a postcard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 7 minutes ago, Bill said: Answer on a postcard. The manager is the one to give the answers, Bill, not receive them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuffRob Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 he's definitely on the Arsenal naughty step today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 Talking about rivers, the Nile has two sources so is actually a combination of the Blue and White Niles. Just saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 15 hours ago, Hafnia said: Not in my opinion, Maitland Niles has an England cap. Widely recognised as arsenal's best full back. Kenny? Not for me. Not good enough. Since when has he been regarded as Arsenal's best full back? markjazzbassist 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 From a West Brom forum (same poster): I think I’ve seen enough of AMN in midfield now to offer a balanced judgement.For me, he’s not and never will be a central midfielder despite the energy and athleticism that he has brought to the side.He’s a useful asset in there against sides who will manoeuvre the ball around but he does not have enough in his locker going forwards to nail that position. He doesn’t impose himself on the game and nor does he have any effect on it either.More frustratingly we’ve shunted our best player out wide to accommodate him.His best games for us have been where he’s played in a wider role.I think he needs a dose of reality that he’s a better right back/ right midfielder than a central midfielder. Sooner he realises that the better. Quote from: baggie82 on April 13, 2021, 12:34:51 AM Brilliant performance. Great energy, tenacious and ran the show. Have to agree with this - two very good performances.The deeper role suits him as opposed to playing further up the pitch.I have been critical of him but he is going the right way of proving me wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 That’s what we want to hear. We’re not after another midfielder, we need a right back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafnia Posted August 31, 2021 Report Share Posted August 31, 2021 42 minutes ago, Bailey said: Since when has he been regarded as Arsenal's best full back? Check their forums. Check Twitter. Arteta it seems is a prize idiot. He is far better than Chambers but Arteta doesn't like being challenged, under Emery this kid looked the business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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