S8TY Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 JR has been a good player for DCFC and has tried his best although has fell a bit short in all honesty and this season has been an improvement but lets be realistic about this , if we were to sign say Knockheart or someone of similar standard even on loan to replace him it would be a great bit of business. JR is not a striker in this standard of football and came here probably thinking he was and on many occasions has frustrated the hell out of me playing wide so an upgrade on Johnny could be a blessing in disguise but he's always given his best in my view and appears to be a top bloke. All the best Johnny but time for you and us to move on...i beleive if we make the right replacement signing it could even be the difference between us going up or not...goal against Forest sticks in my mind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broderick Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 omg, he's coming to my local MLS team. I can't wait to see him play in person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Sagan Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Just so no one forgets: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCFC1388 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Derby telegraph saying we have also negotiated a sell on clause which makes sense Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellafella Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 3 hours ago, Carl Sagan said: I think because they're reputedly such good mates. As for Johnny, it's a modern footballing decision in that the quality of life he would have in the US, and the new experience it would leave him open to, make this a thoughtful and interesting thing to do. It worked for Alan Hinton a long time ago, and it worked out really well for Giles Barnes recently. I find the timing odd. Why not try and get promotion with Derby and then go to the MLS with no strings attached once his contract has run out? He must really want to start the season there and have a move lined up. I am surprised Rowett mentioned it unless the deal for a replacement is done. McClean makes a huge amount more sense now. If we don't get anyone in then we're looking at a fit-again Bradley cementing a place with Mason on the bench, trying to force his way in. Disruptive for the team, but I've been all for a smaller squad in terms of pulling together to get us over the line. Beautifully rational as always. Russell and Bryso are huge mates. JR looking at the bigger picture and actually coming up with a good plan. All the very best JR...always really liked him. I was in the North Stand for that JR rocket v Florist and watched it off his left peg all the way in, including the left-right shilly-shally before it t-watted the onion bag. Legendary goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LazloW Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Quite an odd one this. America at this point in his career seems like a significant backward step, but if its a quality of life and adventure thing and you have enough in the bank already then why not. Clearly not expecting many more Scotland caps! JR is the type of player I like to have in the squad; hard working, seems to give his all, has moments (fewer recently) of magic. Just like a Jamie Ward. Good to have around, but if and when they go I don't think they are players who you necessarily miss too much or who go on to be superstars elsewhere. In terms of current squad, there isn't a lot of difference between him and Weimann and Anya. Obviously must be something keeping Anya out of the squad, but if he can play then no harm in him coming in even without a replacement. Having said that, I'm sure we'll be looking to invest. Maybe this is the chance we need to give an U23 a chance? Anyway, bye bye Johnny. Decent player, decent servant, got our money's worth, not the end of the world particularly if it opens up a place for new blood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Gnarly Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 He was a decent player however it only clicked for him at certain ties, never really got going consistently. Definitely a fan favourite, although he would make some questionable decisions. He will always be remembered as an all round great bloke. Always worked hard for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animal is a Ram Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Local rag, 4 yr contract pending visa and international approval. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozza Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Good luck, Johnnie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carnero Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 8 minutes ago, Animal is a Ram said: Local rag, 4 yr contract pending visa and international approval. Good on him for being brave enough to take on a completely new challenge, I'd hazard a guess that's at least 2 years more than we were offering him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bris Vegas Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 An exciting move ableit to a team in the middle of nowhere, no offence to our Kansas residents. It could have been worse mind. If I was to move to the MLS, I’d probably seek a move to Chicago or any of the teams located on the west coast or south-west states. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIMBAUD Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Far too often he’d do something excellent like spin off his marker or go on a great run and the final pass,cross, finish would be awful. Some days his first touch was truly dreadful. but having said all of that he is a player you can genuinely feel affection towards and I can’t think of many signings we have made in the past twenty years who you say farewell to with fond memories of his efforts and a desire to wish all the best. always struck me as a genuine enough fella who loved dcfc and so I’m sure he will be remembered fondly. And not just for that fantastic goal... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Extremely disappointing from the season point of view, he has and would have continued to contribute very well to our promotion attempt and I doubt we will get anyone better to replace him and even this season has been probably our top wide player overall. A tremendous signing for Derby county and we have had tremendous value from him so good luck to him in his new adventure and in a way I am glad we have not sold him to another team in England Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premier ram Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 hope this move works out for you Johnny , always gave your all for the Rams , sometimes you were frustrating but you never hid , all the best , one of footballs nice guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LazloW Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 The other slightly odd thing is why he wouldn't want to have stayed for the run in and have the challenge of helping us to go up thid year. Would have been a free agent in the summer and can't believe he would have had no takers at all. Assume the GR probably told him 'no contract, no play' and this is something guaranteed and exciting versus a big unknown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ram1964 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 7 minutes ago, LazloW said: The other slightly odd thing is why he wouldn't want to have stayed for the run in and have the challenge of helping us to go up thid year. Would have been a free agent in the summer and can't believe he would have had no takers at all. Assume the GR probably told him 'no contract, no play' and this is something guaranteed and exciting versus a big unknown. Totally agree, You would think he would have had the ambition and desire to see the season through and be a part of a winning team that will hopefully win us promotion. Could understand it if he was off to a glam club with a sweet contract, whilst he has been an excellent servant for the club feel some what peeeved we will collect very little in fees for him under the circumstance. Good luck JR but if your not committed to the cause go and close the door behind you.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papahet Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 More disappointed in the mere 250k fee if anything. What does that get you nowadays? How much did we pay for Blackman with 6 months to run? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Too soon? Really hope RamsTV do an exit interview with him, he deserves to say goodbye somehow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derbydaz22 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 49 minutes ago, RIMBAUD said: Far too often he’d do something excellent like spin off his marker or go on a great run and the final pass,cross, finish would be awful. Some days his first touch was truly dreadful. but having said all of that he is a player you can genuinely feel affection towards and I can’t think of many signings we have made in the past twenty years who you say farewell to with fond memories of his efforts and a desire to wish all the best. always struck me as a genuine enough fella who loved dcfc and so I’m sure he will be remembered fondly. And not just for that fantastic goal... Spot on ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gritstone Ram Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 I'm was little bit sad when I heard this news but if we are looking at improving we need the better quality. I think Johnny has done well for us and wish him well for the future. I can't work out why he wants to go and play in the US. They must be paying well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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