[Football] Ollie Watkins

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Gwylan said:

That wasn't really the point I was making, I was more saying that the majority of negative crowd reactions aren't to do with a particular player, they are more to do with a particular event. Fans groaning when you're keeper lets one through his legs is a natural and unavoidable thing that happens at every club in the world. Yes there are a few boo boys for a Barnes type player even when they do something well, but I don't think that's the main negative noise that comes from the stands.

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I do get your point and no I don't necessarily think that negative noises are wholly player focused, however, a vocal minority vs a silent/quiet majority often means that those negative noises are heard over the applause. I also agree that it's mainly an emotional response based on the stress of watching a football team. I'm just saying that when trying to massively change a system and way of playing those negative reactions will be bigger and will play a bigger part.

It's no coincidence that Potter has referenced a few times where the crowd has got on his and the team's back, which is why the team is more confident doing what they do in this environment and why I think we were safe once no fans was confirmed.

Don't get me wrong, I think the fans are what make football great in a lot of ways, I just think that when you need confidence (and patience) to push through a complete philosophy change a sterile environment may well be your best way in. When the fans come back, this system will have fully landed by then and people will know what to expect.

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b.w.2. said:

Back on topic, is there any news regarding our best striker target?


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sheebo said:

Celtic guy - it’s in another thread

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sheebo said:

Celtic guy - it’s in another thread

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blue-shifted said:

Gwylan said:

That wasn't really the point I was making, I was more saying that the majority of negative crowd reactions aren't to do with a particular player, they are more to do with a particular event. Fans groaning when you're keeper lets one through his legs is a natural and unavoidable thing that happens at every club in the world. Yes there are a few boo boys for a Barnes type player even when they do something well, but I don't think that's the main negative noise that comes from the stands.

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BHA v Blackburn in Champ. Penalty to us and Barnes steps up to take it - and is met with a large chorus of boos. Absolutely disgraceful but thankfully he scored.

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b.w.2. said:

Have to say that this has gone quiet.


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Farehamseagull said:

I expect him to go to Villa with Smith. Apparently they had a good relationship at Brentford and Villa desperately need a striker and will no doubt chuck millions at it again this summer.

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Marshy said:

Strikers graveyard…. especially if Jack goes

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Marshy said:

Strikers graveyard…. especially if Jack goes

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Lower West Stander said:

Agree. Wouldn't go there if I was him.

When Brentford beat us at the Amex, Hogan absolutely destroyed us (it was one of the best displays by an opposition striker I've seen). Off he went to Villa and look what's happened......

I think we have a decent shout. Progressive club and manager, Maupay doing well. Fly in the ointment is whether Benham would sell Tony another striker if Watkins did want to come....

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b.w.2. said:

Benham will sell to highest bidder regardless

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