Ellafella Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 We have looked a better side since CM won his place back. Should Derby extend his contract which runs out this year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mucker1884 Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 Currently thinking yes... most certainly... but not having a clue what Messrs Cocu and Morris are thinking/planning, I'd prefer to wait until January, before committing to a vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamRam Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 No not yet, let’s learn from previous lessons and wait for a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 As with most players in the autumn of their careers and with health problems there are risks. I’d like to see him continue the level of performance we have seen recently but assuming he is consistent then why not, he’s a good player. Of course there should be provisos of sensible cost/wages and length offered. one thing for sure, the prices of competent players at the moment is verging on daft, so a known quantity of quality like CM has to be very interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamNut Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 Why not. We’ve just wasted three years trying to find a better option. He suits us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountain Ram Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 If he stays fit and keeps contributing, then yes. But given his age its got to be a two year deal max and with a wage cut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellafella Posted November 3, 2019 Author Share Posted November 3, 2019 9 minutes ago, jono said: As with most players in the autumn of their careers and with health problems there are risks. I’d like to see him continue the level of performance we have seen recently but assuming he is consistent then why not, he’s a good player. Of course there should be provisos of sensible cost/wages and length offered. one thing for sure, the prices of competent players at the moment is verging on daft, so a known quantity of quality like CM has to be very interesting. Great phrase @jono. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brammie Steve Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 Even his name is Nit Ram backwards. Proof, if proof were needed, that he is a Ram through and through. When Chris is not on the score sheet he is always featured as an assist. He puts me in mind of King Kevin who was never ever anonymous on the pitch. We are a different side when he is on the pitch and a real force to be reckoned with. No ifs, no buts, Keep Martin or you're nuts. PS I ticked box No 1! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 4 minutes ago, Ellafella said: Great phrase @jono. @Ellafella lol .. it was a complete accident - I was editing, added the quality bit and then thought hey that looks clever ????. I am sure there will be some grammarians who’ll tell me it’s a “reinforced pre adverbal diphthong” or something thus it’s incorrect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 2 minutes ago, Brummie Steve said: Even his name is Nit Ram backwards. Proof, if proof were needed, that he is a Ram through and through. When Chris is not on the score sheet he is always featured as an assist. He puts me in mind of King Kevin who was never ever anonymous on the pitch. We are a different side when he is on the pitch and a real force to be reckoned with. No ifs, no buts, Keep Martin or you're nuts. PS I ticked box No 1! But he needs a foil. Two upfront for ever please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brammie Steve Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 3 minutes ago, jono said: But he needs a foil. Two upfront for ever please. Beg pardon Matron?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 Yes he has the x factor. Always goes flat for a while when we he goes off. The team needs players who wont be bullied by the opposition, the ref, the opposing fans and our younger players can learn a lot from him. As much as I love him, I would wait a little though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadioactiveWaste Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 My answer is not on the list. Yes, on reduced terms. His current one was for pretty big money during the fulham/mac2 chaos. A bit more rational wages and ice no issue with keeping him on. His health "issue" is being managed, he's a technical player who suits what Cocu wants to do, he's certainly one to try to keep around but given the purse strings are going to be more sane he'll have to be reasonable or take his chances in the marketplace (I suspect a potential buyer would be concerned with his health and his loan flops) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsnip Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 21 minutes ago, RadioactiveWaste said: Yes, on reduced terms. He doesn't stike me as someone who's going to demand a 5 year contract on the same terms. He's shown a lot of professionalism and loyalty over the last 3 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coneheadjohn Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 1 hour ago, AdamRam said: No not yet, let’s learn from previous lessons and wait for a bit. Agree,traditionally we go to early and balls it up. 12 months and renegotiate but respect Wardrobe as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FindernRam Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 We should wait till Jan and see what comes in or doesn't, Chris for all his merits is "old" and may not fit the Mel/Cocu plan. I also worry slightly about his ability to keep motivated when things don't run for him. Too many time in the past his body language was pretty bad and that rubs off on the younger players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sith Happens Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 1 minute ago, Van Cone De Head said: Agree,traditionally we go to early and balls it up. 12 months and renegotiate but respect Wardrobe as well. Be good to be one of those 12 months but with a further 12 months auto triggered if he plays enough games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkFruitsRam7 Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 If you'd have told me two months ago that my answer to this question would be yes, I would never have believed you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angieram Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 9 minutes ago, Pastinaak said: He doesn't stike me as someone who's going to demand a 5 year contract on the same terms. He's shown a lot of professionalism and loyalty over the last 3 years. This. Martin is happy and settled living in Derby. On the pitch he is our most intelligent player. Off the pitch he is articulate and realistic. I could see Martin staying around the club, taking his badges and pursuing a career in management. I hope he stays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sith Happens Posted November 3, 2019 Share Posted November 3, 2019 Just now, FindernRam said: We should wait till Jan and see what comes in or doesn't, Chris for all his merits is "old" and may not fit the Mel/Cocu plan. I also worry slightly about his ability to keep motivated when things don't run for him. Too many time in the past his body language was pretty bad and that rubs off on the younger players. I wish i was Chris Martin ' old' I don't think Martin is going to feel the ravages of age on the same way pacier players do. Never had the pace to lose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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