ram59 Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 Let's remember closer to home. Arguably the best central defender to play for Derby? Couldn't train because of his dodgy knees, he had personal issues off the pitch. He was 37 when he played with us and arguably was responsible for keeping us up the last season at the BBG. His anticipation and quick reactions were still world class. Paul McGrath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickywotsits Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 Who ever Frank thinks will add something to the squad then for one i'm all for it, we all need to trust Frank's decisions...as a side note i remember when Dave Mackay signed and all these moaning minnie's in the Normanton end where i sat...he's too old, he's too slow and his knee's have gone blah blah...just saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R@M Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 Excellent addition. Even if he can’t play to the required standard he could be the difference in coaching. losing a yard of pace for him probably makes him average speed. I think he is the best England left back ever. Circumstance has created a public perception that may well be unwarranted. Arsenal fans assassinated his character, for what was an excellent footballing decision. He broke up with one of the UKs fave women. Stood by his friend who was accused of racism. Cech next? Just heard Essien is without a club as well. The Chelsea Pensioners! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andicis Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 56 minutes ago, Nuwtfly said: If Gary Rowett was making this signing, we'd be hammering him...just saying. I disagree, because it's all about the context. Rowett pretty much exclusively signed extremely old players, and added no youth. Currently our squad is probably too young in areas, particularly the defence. Having a good blend is important, Rowett's squad was far too old and slow. In this particular situation, it seems a reasonable move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nogbad van 50 Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 7 minutes ago, ram59 said: Let's remember closer to home. Arguably the best central defender to play for Derby? Couldn't train because of his dodgy knees, he had personal issues off the pitch. He was 37 when he played with us and arguably was responsible for keeping us up the last season at the BBG. His anticipation and quick reactions were still world class. Paul McGrath Presumably you never saw Roy McFarland,Colin Todd or Igor Stimac play ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyinLiverpool Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 10 minutes ago, ram59 said: Let's remember closer to home. Arguably the best central defender to play for Derby? Couldn't train because of his dodgy knees, he had personal issues off the pitch. He was 37 when he played with us and arguably was responsible for keeping us up the last season at the BBG. His anticipation and quick reactions were still world class. Paul McGrath I'd certainly be prepared to argue. McFarland, Todd, Wright, Stimac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Eagle's Barmy Army Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 He might be 38 but any hole is a Cole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealhantsram Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 21 minutes ago, ram59 said: Let's remember closer to home. Arguably the best central defender to play for Derby? Couldn't train because of his dodgy knees, he had personal issues off the pitch. He was 37 when he played with us and arguably was responsible for keeping us up the last season at the BBG. His anticipation and quick reactions were still world class. Paul McGrath God he was good. I loved watching him play. Couldn't run, but didn't need to. Absolute class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B4ev6is Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 Id rather save the money and sign a younger player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ram59 Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 6 minutes ago, rcarso1 said: Presumably you never saw Roy McFarland,Colin Todd or Igor Stimac play ? Yes I did and I would still argue that McGrath was up there. That one season he was amazing,, especially considering his problems. What I'm saying is that a world class defender is not necessarily a waste of time at that age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealhantsram Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 I reckon Mase is sneaking into Moor Farm right now to leave a welcome message in Cole's locker... Welcome to Derby... But don't mess with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrivateDerby Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 41 minutes ago, TomG said: Does anyone remember Tony Book, the Man City defender? Didn't he play well into his 40's? I believe so. I see him now and again, very nice man and a good chat, wouldn't put him in his mid 80s, very quick around the bar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJFern94 Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 I am surprised this is taking as long as it is. Would have thought the club would want the news out ASAP after announcing Lowe to Aberdeen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taribo Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 22 minutes ago, ram59 said: Yes I did and I would still argue that McGrath was up there. That one season he was amazing,, especially considering his problems. What I'm saying is that a world class defender is not necessarily a waste of time at that age. I’m with you ram59, he could barely walk but he’d always ‘just happen’ to be in exactly the right position at exactly the right time. Anticipation 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richgee1976 Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 46 minutes ago, AndyinLiverpool said: I'd certainly be prepared to argue. McFarland, Todd, Wright, Stimac. Although you've mentioned some of my fav ever Rams here, none of those players were aged 37 when playing at the top level for Derby tho! I think this is the point of the post you responded to ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gee SCREAMER !! Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 58 minutes ago, rcarso1 said: Presumably you never saw Roy McFarland,Colin Todd or Igor Stimac play ? Stimac was a great player -but not as good as McGrath. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyinLiverpool Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 5 minutes ago, Gee SCREAMER !! said: Stimac was a great player -but not as good as McGrath. I say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamNut Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 Just googled him. it looks like's aged a fair bit since we last saw him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamsFan10 Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 Looks good on the YouTube highlights, although the footage was grainy for some reason...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted January 18, 2019 Share Posted January 18, 2019 3 hours ago, RamsFan10 said: Looks good on the YouTube highlights, although the footage was grainy for some reason...? Yeah. Seemed to have built up a good understanding with Seaman and Sol....? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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