dm_gers Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 haha Don't worry Frankie you'll get to hear him in action again next Wednesday \o/. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 12, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 12, 2006 Didn't Le Guen and Robert play together at PSG or something? Maybe they are buddies and he won't have any problems if he does come. I'm sure Le Guen would be able to get the best from people. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyJ Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 at that video Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ter: Didn't Le Guen and Robert play together at PSG or something? Maybe they are buddies and he won't have any problems if he does come. I'm sure Le Guen would be able to get the best from people. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Indeed they did... Can't say I'm too enthused at Robert, but we do need to bulk up our squad on the left hand side, so if Robert is being brought in as an experienced squad player, then fair enough. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleanor_Rigby Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Frankie: <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Eleanor_Rigby: I'm sure both Hearts and Celtic are quaking in their boots about now </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Maybe not now but next week you might be... Mnsr Le Guen teases us... </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Will he be announcing that he hopes to get Dublin on a free? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Well, if we go for Dublin, we will follow on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan petrov Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Robert? vive la revoloution Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 12, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 12, 2006 Robert isn't a bad player tbh, he just hasn't seemed very happy at Newcastle, Portsmouth and now Benfica. It would certainly be a risky move, especially if there is a fee involved. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan petrov Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Hes got a fair dig on him but I thought Le guen was all about fitness and work ethic, if thats the ase, Robert is his ideal non-signing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vidmar Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 yeah, because internet people know football better than Paul le Guen Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 12, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 12, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Vidmar: yeah, because internet people know football better than Paul le Guen </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan petrov Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Was actually quite good for you, vidmar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerFurball Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Stan petrov: Robert? vive la revoloution </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Kenny Miller and Gary Caldwell... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzzza Posted May 12, 2006 Share Posted May 12, 2006 Pistol Pete Video Watching this i really hope Peter stays, PLG should be able to get the best out of him and won't let him slack off. I really hope he stays but if not hope he goes on to do well elsewhere. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vidmar Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Stan petrov: Was actually quite good for you, vidmar </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Vidmar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 I hope to god we don't spend 6.5 million on this Ricardo. That's far too much on one player for us, never mind it being a keeper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 basically want Lovenkrands to stay if he's playing in a striker/upfront position he'd be a waste of wages if he was stuck on the left wing again Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Toner Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 rumour #18272 - Steed Malbranque I'd love to see him at Ibrox <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> SOURCES at Ibrox say that Rangers will move to sign Fulham's Steed Malbranque after the prolific French midfielder turned down the "best offer in Fulham's history" last night and was transfer-listed by the West London club. The 26-year-old is understood to be on a list of potential signings handed to Rangers chairman David Murray by incoming manager Paul Le Guen. However, while the Ibrox club can match Malbranque's salary expectations, they would balk at the £10m price tag placed upon the Frenchman, who has just 12 months left on his contract, by manager Chris Coleman. "Steed Malbranque has not accepted our offer and has indicated that he wants to leave Fulham next summer on a free transfer," said a Fulham spokesman. "This has clear financial implications and is unacceptable, so with immediate effect the board will listen to offers from all clubs for Steed's immediate transfer." </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Sionko insists it's Ibrox for him <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> CZECH striker Libor Sionko has a clear idea about his future. He wants to join Rangers tomorrow, to play for his country at the World Cup, then return to Glasgow to lead the Ibrox club "to where they belong", at the top of the Scottish Premierleague. Although Rangers have distanced themselves from speculation that Sionko will sign in Glasgow tomorrow, Austria Vienna confirmed that their midfielder had packed his bags in readiness for the move. "We did not pull our option on a contract extension for Libor, as he made it clear that his future was in Glasgow," said FK Austria's sporting director, Peter Stoger. "We made him a new offer, but we cannot compete against Rangers." Sionko revealed: "My agent, Pavel Zika, was up in Scotland for negotiations, and returned with a concrete offer in his hands. I had time to consider and compare it for the last couple of days, and it was on me to decide. That I have done now. "I might have stayed in Vienna, had they offered me a three-year contract. But they couldn't, so I chose to leave. "I have basically achieved all there was to win with Austria Vienna, and I could well imagine taking the next step in my career. Rangers are a fantastic side, and it would certainly be a huge leap ahead," In Austria, Sionko won the double with Grazer AK and Austria Vienna, plus another cup with the latter. "This season's league title with FK Austria is my fifth altogether. I already won the Czech league with Sparta Prague and the Austrian with Grazer AK. But I am ready for more, and I am sure I can achieve that in Glasgow." Sionko, with yet another Austrian double safe in his baggage, received an official farewell after his side defeated SV Mattersburg 3-0 in their cup final. "That was my goodbye from Vienna. It was great here, but I am really looking forward to the new challenge in Scotland." The 29-year-old player spoke to Hearts' Rudi Skacel to learn more about conditions in Scotland. "Scottish football has proven to be good soil for Czech players. Just think of the success Lubo [Moravcik, from Slovakia] had up there with Celtic. The same currently happens to Rudi [skacel] and Hearts, so why not for me at Rangers, too? "A couple of Bundesliga clubs approached me too, but I want to win a title and play in Europe. Rangers are definitely the best option. The team, its spirit and the atmosphere at the club were great in Vienna. But in Glasgow everything is a good deal bigger." Although French teams Strasbourg and Monaco and several German clubs had been linked with the player, he stressed: "I really want to play for Rangers, as they are one of the most famous clubs in the world. They have a great team, great fans, a packed stadium in every match and most important, they can play in Europe." Sionko was part of Sparta Prague's Champions League team, and has gained much experience at European level. His greatest moment came when he scored a double for Austria Vienna against Athletico Bilbao in the UEFA Cup in 2005. After a goal-less draw in Vienna, the Austrians defeated the favoured Spaniards 2-1 on aggregate to reach the last 16. "I am planning to stay in Glasgow for a longer spell and win some silverware. Therefore, I was aiming for at least a three-year deal. But if they give me a piece of paper Monday that bound me for four years, I would agree." The versatile Czech internationalist is set to replace Thomas Buffel in midfield. The Belgian completed a £2.5m move to Ibrox in January 2005, and manager Alex McLeish initially had high hopes for the then 23-year-old, who had fallen out of favour with Feyenoord boss Ruud Gullit. The Czech player is eager to get to know Paul Le Guen, who is taking over from McLeish. "Le Guen has known me since my European Cup displays for Sparta Prague, and has been chasing me since then. And although he did not have the time to come in person recently, he sent his assistants over to watch me play on several occasions." Le Guen identified Sionko as one of at least six positions in the Rangers line-up which need to be beefed up, and the Czech has high hopes. "Le Guen is a very good coach, who has already proven his great skill in Lyon. I have not met him in person yet, but I am very keen on getting to know his style of training. After joining Prague from his hometown club, Banik Ostrava, Sionko played in midfield before Karel Poborsky signed with Sparta and took precedence in the starting XI. However, Sionko showed his versatility, moving up to an attacking role and improving his striking skills. "I scored more often than Karel, and when he was injured, I regained my old midfield spot, and played there till I left the club." Sionko is keen to complete the Bosman transfer arrangements quickly and to have his future resolved before travelling to the World Cup with Karel Brückner's squad. "I will sign the contract on Monday, and this could turn into an even bigger day, as the Czech World Cup team will be announced the same day," he declared. According to Sionko, who played for his native land at the 2000 Olympic Games football tournament in Sydney, the Czech team are "mighty strong these days - and if all our injured players return, we can go a long, long way." At the forthcoming World Cup, the Czech Republic will contest preliminary group E with Italy, Ghana and the United States, and Sionko is convinced that the team can do well: "In football anything can happen. Look at the Greeks at the Euro 2004. They did not have the best players, nor were they the most talented team. But they were definitely the best-organised and most consolidated team of all. "Maybe I will come to Glasgow as a World Cup winner," the player added - sporting a wide grin. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 PLG has been doing his Eastern European research I take it then, Sionko sounds a good signing, although we did say that about Capucho, Emerson...was going to say Ostenstadt (but I think we all knew he'd turn out to be pish) just have to look at Rudi Skacel and the players Hearts have found this year to know that there is bargains out there and Sionko could be one, plus it will either mean the end of Buffel at Ibrox, or it will be the boot up the arse he seems to need looking at the last few games for us even though the two countries have unified, think of one of the players Celtic bought from Slovakia who in no certain terms turned out to be a magician with the ball, I'm talking about Lubo Morvacik I'm sure a lot of us were laughing when Celtic decided to pay 300k for him, and then you saw what a great signing he was - just a good thing that Celtic didnt notice him earlier enough of the Celti c praise though, starting to feel a bit manky Steed is a no chance, unless Fulham knock down that price and he wants European football not huge wages. Only place he could get 50k+ a week is the Premiership, so I'm expecting he wants a new challenge and European football, rather than a big pay day. I also knew that we would get linked with him as soon as I saw that story a few days ago Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Toner Posted May 13, 2006 Share Posted May 13, 2006 I really don't know much about Sionko from what i've read when he's on form he is very good but when he's having a bad day it's like being a man down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibroxhero Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TM: even though the two countries have unified, think of one of the players Celtic bought from Slovakia who in no certain terms turned out to be a magician with the ball, I'm talking about Lubo Morvacik I'm sure a lot of us were laughing when Celtic decided to pay 300k for him, and then you saw what a great signing he was - just a good thing that Celtic didnt notice him earlier enough of the Celti c praise though, starting to feel a bit manky </div></BLOCKQUOTE> I'll think you'll find the Czech's and the Slovaks did the opposite of unify. Agree with your comments entirely though - but imagine if we did get Steed, he'd be the new Gio :Saliva: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 I'd love to see him at Ibrox aswell but 10 million ffs. I just don't think we should be going out and splashing that amount of money one one player. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
underwater sunlight Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 the fee for steed probably wouldnt go over £5m tbf but still, is a bit of money for us these days Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Landreau signs a 4-year deal with PSG... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Can cross him off the list then. Cheers up Franko, Wattereus will probably be staying Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Waterreus has done fine in his time here. Kos as well although his wages and his future are really compatible. As such I'd like to see some money invested in a good young goalie who we can keep for a number of years. But as long as Klos remains at the club, then the money men won't be too keen in spending it on another keeper. Especially £5million on the likes of Ricardo... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 15, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 15, 2006 Second worst kept secret in French football this season Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 15, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 15, 2006 If we spend £5m on Ricardo then I might jump into the Clyde Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Ter: Second worst kept secret in French football this season </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Apparently so... Was hoping we were in the running though. Hearts said yes, head said no - as is the case with most of the targets we've been linked with so far. Hoping to get some gen this weekend from a few folk. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Sionko arrives for talks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 All but confirmed now probably. Hopefully get a snippet of him on the news or Rangers World cause i've not saw one bit of this guy in action. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Toner Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Noticed in the sun(I know shut up, someone left a copy on the bus) that PLG has denied any interest whatsoever in Robert \o/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Toner Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Arouna Kone being linked on Synde Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Sionko going to be on News on Channel 3. Hopefully a clip of him in action ffs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 anyone not think that is Riordan situation is pretty similar to the one we had with Zurab at Dundee? I noticed it in the paper today, but Celtic werent being called "penny pinchers" like we were at the time...surely it's the same thing that we did? except Dundee wanted us to go to a tribunal and they lost, I think we were going to pay something towards Zurab? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vidmar Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Peter Lawell said they were'nt penny pinchers, they are astute, you you DOB's and **** cant say otherwise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Vidmar likes Mr.Lawell Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan petrov Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TM: anyone not think that is Riordan situation is pretty similar to the one we had with Zurab at Dundee? I noticed it in the paper today, but Celtic werent being called "penny pinchers" like we were at the time...surely it's the same thing that we did? except Dundee wanted us to go to a tribunal and they lost, I think we were going to pay something towards Zurab? </div></BLOCKQUOTE> riordan isnt a signing for the present, but one for the future, according to Strachan, therefore, we dont really need him immediately. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 15, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 15, 2006 Be interesting to see where Riordan fits in as he's a similar player to Maloney IMO. You also have Hartson (if he's sticking around), Zurawski and Miller up front so it will be hard for him to get a game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stan petrov Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Yeah, I said that, but I think he could be a back-up for Nakamura on right wing if needed, and could also fill in for Maloney when required, he wont be in his favourite position until the older players move on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankJJ Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 Another possible reason for signing Riordan is the new UEFA rules on home based, home bred, home whatever way they make it up in the future rules. It's the same reasoning behind Rangers taking Boyd instead of some foreign bosman striker, which has so far worked out wonderfully for both parties. Celtic are now well ahead of the new rules coming in with around 10 or 12 Scottish qualified or Scottish born players in and around the first team squad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 15, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 15, 2006 Same with Rangers. We've got quite a few Scottish boys around the first team and hopefully Le Guen will continue to allow the development of some of our younger players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie Posted May 15, 2006 Share Posted May 15, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dm_gers: Hopefully a clip of him in action ffs. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> http://www.sport1.at/pub/Fussball/Spieler_at/857.html Go to the drop down box besides TORE / TORVIDEOS 6 goals in total to see Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killie1869 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Stan petrov: <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TM: anyone not think that is Riordan situation is pretty similar to the one we had with Zurab at Dundee? I noticed it in the paper today, but Celtic werent being called "penny pinchers" like we were at the time...surely it's the same thing that we did? except Dundee wanted us to go to a tribunal and they lost, I think we were going to pay something towards Zurab? </div></BLOCKQUOTE> riordan isnt a signing for the present, but one for the future, according to Strachan, therefore, we dont really need him immediately. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Riordan will be almost 24 when he signs for Celtic if he signs in January 2007, surely he would have some sort of immediate role to play... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
a_leport Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Frankie: <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dm_gers: Hopefully a clip of him in action ffs. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> http://www.sport1.at/pub/Fussball/Spieler_at/857.html Go to the drop down box besides TORE / TORVIDEOS 6 goals in total to see </div></BLOCKQUOTE> couple of goodies in there good find Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Frankie: http://www.sport1.at/pub/Fussball/Spieler_at/857.html Go to the drop down box besides TORE / TORVIDEOS 6 goals in total to see </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Excellent Frankie He seems to have a right good hit on him, outside the box aswell. Impressive . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vidmar Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Killie1869: <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Stan petrov: <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TM: anyone not think that is Riordan situation is pretty similar to the one we had with Zurab at Dundee? I noticed it in the paper today, but Celtic werent being called "penny pinchers" like we were at the time...surely it's the same thing that we did? except Dundee wanted us to go to a tribunal and they lost, I think we were going to pay something towards Zurab? </div></BLOCKQUOTE> riordan isnt a signing for the present, but one for the future, according to Strachan, therefore, we dont really need him immediately. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> Riordan will be almost 24 when he signs for Celtic if he signs in January 2007, surely he would have some sort of immediate role to play... </div></BLOCKQUOTE> YPOTY for next season sorted already Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dm_gers Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Sionko Deal Done Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SI Staff Ter Posted May 16, 2006 Author SI Staff Share Posted May 16, 2006 Good to see some early activity in the transfer market from Le Guen. MORE. WE WANT MORE! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stabwest Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 has anyone got any footage of this bloke?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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