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Still, Stockport’s only 22 miles for them, so that’s good!🤣

I'm not too concerned about the loss of Wildsmith.
He did well for us, but personally I'd only say he is a decent keeper. He isn't commanding, he isn't the best with the ball at his feet, and when the pressure is on he is likely to make a mistake. I also hate his ridiculous time wasting which winds up the opposition and turns the referees against us in close games.

😢 in the end he was a surprisingly good addition to the club. There’s a sense of closure in a way that a number of those who joined after admin to help rebuild the club are heading off with a sort of “mission accomplished”. 

I disagree. There was a home game mid season and Fozzy was in a race for the ball with a younger attacker, can’t remember who, no half yard, right foot advantage. He won it, (just !)
Also .. watch how he heads a ball .. one of the few who can direct a defensive header to a white shirt. He’s also cute enough to play the line ball inside or outside to a runner he has actually seen. No he isn’t the dynamic striding forward man that he was 10 years ago but he is an able and intelligent footballer with another season in him. Not retrograde .. intelligent use of a loyal and experienced player. 

Does he? 

I'm willing to accept Bolton are now the best team in League One

Completely deserved win for Oxford. I would have originally liked Bolton to go up because their fans have suffered similar financial woes to us, but Oxford have earned it. They came back after their mid-season wobble (started by us) and had the momentum coming into the playoffs.
Bolton haven't threatened at all today and nearly bottled it against Barnsley. I've little sympathy for Evatt as he hasn't endeared himself to anyone with his comments post-game. His days might be numbered. 

Just tuning in, and delighted to see we're about to witness a posthumous Bald Eagle Treble.  
Marvellous!
       

Operation: Jim Smith complete! 😂😂😂

Glad he departs with the golden glove but I think that was largely due to the defence in front of him.  I actually feel he was better last season.  Nevertheless he was a good servant but he's someone I am not sad to see go as I think we can get better

I wasn't convinced with Wildsmith, not a bad keeper but not a great one either. Next season's keeper is likely to be more involved and a better keeper would be welcome.
The new keeper's distribution needs to be better as will his decision making when coming out for the ball. I would like someone who dominates his area a bit more as well.
Wildsmith gave away 2 poor penalties last season coming out to meet a player on the edge of the box, also the incorrect sending off was due to rash decision to spread himself whilst outside the area, it was only luck that the ball hit him in the chest. Whilst in with the home fans at Cambridge, I saw and heard both Nelson and Bradley screaming at him to come and take the ball, both players having to clear the ball for throw ins in a dangerous situation in the end.
Oh, for a 'Mart Poom' out there.

Of all of the departures I think Korey Smith could’ve done a job in the champ. So that seems a bit disappointing. But I’ve no idea the reasons behind it.

Would’ve liked to have kept JW too, but that one was on the cards. All in all not bad. 

Personally I think Smith’s a shame as he did a solid job and seemed a good experienced pro to have around, but no room for sentiment I suppose and if there are younger options we can sign with his wages OR provide pathways to the likes of Robinson/Allen etc then I guess there’s sense in it. 
He gets a lot of credit from me for being a sort of bargain basement “Carrick” the last two years, did the basics of the game consistently to allow others the opportunity to play. 

Don't agree with Korey Smith being released as that leaves us without anyone in midfield other than Tomo. 

If it’s in Daj’s hands he’s doing football wrong!!

If it’s in Daj’s hands he’s doing football wrong!!

If it’s in Daj’s hands he’s doing football wrong!!

If it’s in Daj’s hands he’s doing football wrong!!

I've heard rumours but I must say, Warne has been ruthless

Few highlights confirmed last night (Some may be already known) 
Wildsmith going - Not offered (New Number one inbound) 
Collins Going 
Gayle Going 
Waggy going
Hourihane has a year if he wants it but Derby keen to cut ties 
Smith Offered 
Sibley offered 
Tommo offered 
Robinson offered 

Barkhuizen expecting one year trigger to be used 
Fozzy offered (believe it was a triggered contract clause) 
 
Two inbound midfielder at advanced stages (not a clue who but one is definitely from abroad) 
 

Got to be Curtis Nelson as reigning player of the year he is somebody that leads by example.
Bradley seems too much of a hot-head to be given the captaincy.
We gave it to NML toward the end of the season and in the last 8 games as captain he got 1 goal and 1 assist. Lets allow him the freedom to play and not have those captains responsibilities.

I think defenders or midfielders generally make the best captains and therefore I'd be surprised and a little concerned if NML got the gig, not least because I'd prefer it if he concentrated on his form and fitness.