28 Apr 2026 00:36:01
All our focus is now, on the summer recruitment.
However, the great recruitment team gave us Dibling, a 42 million wast of space, but he had completion for that title from Barry, never seen someone with such limited ability, and disgraceful attitude in a blue shirt, and this topped off with an obligation to pay a further 20 for a player that cannot get anywhere near a first team place.
But if we start talking about who should go, it surely must be those who sanctioned this desaturase lack of judgment over recruitment.
28 Apr 2026 08:32:22
Agree about Barry, but Dibbling? How can you say he is a waste of space when you've hardly seen the lad play. And on the odd occasion he has played, he has been put on the wing, which is not his best position.
Oh no, wait, the manager says none of our young players are first team ready, while playing older players who will never be first team ready?
28 Apr 2026 10:28:37
As I've said previously, Barry was crap before we signed him and I couldn't believe that we were in for him, but I must admit that he surpassed my assessment of just how crap he was.
Dibling, on the other hand, was one signing, along with Grealish and KDH, that I was genuinely excited about. He'd just had an excellent season for Southampton and stood out in every game I'd seen. Every time he got the ball, his first thought was to turn and run at people with excellent close control, usually resulting in a useful final ball or a free kick.
Always positive and on the front foot, never a thought to play the ball backwards, which is all that he's done in the brief cameos that he's had for us. He's clearly had the confidence knocked out of him with the demand for work rate, defensive duties and not giving the ball away. I'm not concerned by the fee, as that's not the player's fault, and I certainly wouldn't give up on him, as I'm sure he will be an asset and flourish at the club once we have a manager who encourages and shows belief in him.
30 Apr 2026 02:03:16
Dibling should've been sent out on loan this season, maybe to a Dutch or German club. It did wonders for Branthwaite & I think he would've come back ready for the first team next season.
Barry should never be allowed to wear the shirt again. A total waste of time, I'd rather use Michael Keane as a back up striker.
This summer is huge for all at the club. Moyes needs to clear out the rubbish, scouts need to prove they're worth keeping & Doris the tea lady needs a holiday as her tea has dropped to Barry's level.
UTFT NSNO IMWT.