Armchair Critic Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Think it’s a good signing. But if we were to play him up top along with CKR would we have the oldest strike partnership in the league? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Goal every 2.6 games at Millwall. Decent rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIMBAUD Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 2 minutes ago, Nuwtfly said: Can’t say I would have him on the bench over Jack Marriott, but hey, what do I know ?♂️ Feels like this signing has been incoming for about three years, so not massively surprised to see our recruitment team pull this one out their bag. I think the difference is that Rooney wants a certain type of character as much as a type of player. That’s why Marriott isn’t here any more (and Holmes) but someone like shinnie is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomTom92 Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Got to consider as well that due to brexit any chance that we pull out a random signing of a prolific Italian has gone down the drain. We need bodies in and he’ll do a job until the summer where hopefully Wayne will have more than 5p to rub together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gee SCREAMER !! Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Gregory will certainly give work rate but not very proficient. A bit of a lightweight Jonathan Walters. The kind of bloke you get in when Shane Longs wages are a bit too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyler Durden Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Just now, Gee SCREAMER !! said: Gregory will certainly give work rate but not very proficient. A bit of a lightweight Jonathan Walters. The kind of bloke you get in when Shane Longs wages are a bit too much. Did you mean profilic or proficient? As most of the comments on the Stoke website are he's good at running the channels outside the box but can't finish for toffee inside the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rab a dab doo Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 All our signings are now govern and geared by 2 main things lack of 'finance' and 'survival in the championship'. These 2 factors dictate not only the type and caliber of player we are able to attract but more importantly we can afford. Living within these 2 major constraints means it is very very difficult for Rooney to find the ideal player he would LIKE to sign. So he maybe has to settle for his 2nd, 3rd or even 4th choice in some case. All these factors allied to the fact that the January transfer window is the hardest to do business in anyway makes Rooney task enormously difficult. Just being able attract a half decent experience professional to the club (with our troubles) is an effort at the moment. Let's not pre-judge any of his signing until they have had a chance to show what they can do in Rams shirt. (remember CKR) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramos Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 After the success of CKR - as I said on the Mendez Laing chat - my mind is open to anyone coming in and doing a job. Im not sure what people are expecting - we have like zero cash flow as a club at the moment with Mel looking to put in as little as possible till the club is sold. Before Friday there had only been 4 perm signings in jan in the premier league. It shows how tough signings are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbobram Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 A good signing. A centre forward who can rotate with King Colin. That will do for now. We are making the most out of a pretty rubbish situation financially. These signings are going to be key for our safety this season. Hopefully at some point soon we know whats happening with this take over and Rooney and the recruitment team will know what targets they are aiming for, for next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BucksRam Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Think this makes sense if true. Most of us want that "wow" signing but look where we are. Relegation fight, the world's longest. cr4ppiest takeover, no money - there's no way we can attract, or afford marquee signings. Plus Brexit restrictions curtail overseas imports. Gregory is a grafter, always gives 100%. Most of us were like, CKR, who? No thanks and now look. Neither Gregory or CKR are prolific but if between them they score enough goals (or create them) to keep us in this league for a proper re-start, I'm sold. This is about hard-fought, dirty survival, not winning the league this season (or probably next). Niasse as well though would sweeten things ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sage Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 I think some people need to remember we are skint and almost all of these signings are just to stop us from being relegated and won't be around next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyMac5 Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 DET: "Derby County are close to completing a loan deal for Stoke City striker Lee Gregory. The 32-year-old is set to sign today and is expected to be in the squad for Tuesday night's Championship clash against Rotherham United." Fit then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuwtfly Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 5 minutes ago, RIMBAUD said: I think the difference is that Rooney wants a certain type of character as much as a type of player. That’s why Marriott isn’t here any more (and Holmes) but someone like shinnie is. I wonder what that type of character is exactly. I assume you’re suggesting that Marriott and Holmes don’t train hard enough or something, though this is just speculation. I wasn’t expecting us to sign anyone particularly exciting, especially in our current situation. I just don’t necessarily see how Gregory fits the system any better than anyone that’s already at the club, that’s all ?♂️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 39 minutes ago, RIMBAUD said: I know. What kind of idiot would get a striker on a free who would become one of our top ten of all time. Crazy ? I can confirm I would be available on a free transfer, can play up front, though it's perhaps slightly optimistic to suggest I'd become one of the club's all time best. But, if you're reading this Wayne and are interested, send me a DM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nogbad van 50 Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 12 minutes ago, Wolfie20 said: The loonies on the Oatcake Forum reckon he's rubbish, useless and a waste of space. If that's their opinion then Gregory will do for me (on loan only). You’ve only got to look back at the vitriol the signing of Kazim- Richards attracted! Some of our fans seem to think we’ve got loads of money and there are lots of available talents out there who are desperate to come to Derby.I think a bit of a reality check is required.It’s all about getting in players who can ensure we stay in this division and we can worry about next season in the summertime.Rooney has surprised me with his astuteness and appears to be living up to assessments given by his previous managers.I think we’re in safe hands and that long-term plans are in place already but on hold at present because of off-field issues. The quality of signings is always going to be a subjective issue but as “ old big head” used to say, if you don’t like a player don’t shout at him but moan at me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mckram Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 I can remember him playing us when at Millwall and I was impressed. Sometimes players just click at certain clubs, let’s hope it’s here for him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealhantsram Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 But Barry The Ram said we were getting Phil Jones and Tom Ince. Do you mean to tell me he's not reliable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Sagan Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 13 minutes ago, Nuwtfly said: Can’t say I would have him on the bench over Jack Marriott, but hey, what do I know ?♂️ Feels like this signing has been incoming for about three years, so not massively surprised to see our recruitment team pull this one out their bag. Exactly this. When their attempts to bring Billy Sharp in failed again, I'm just grateful we chose Gregory instead of Victor Anichebe from their list of three goto strikers. Seems a pragmatic and sensible move given the league position, thinness of squad and total absence of money. And uncertainty over what position the club will be in at the end of the season. We've been running CKR into the ground game after game because Rooney must feel we'll lose control if he goes off. This should allow for an earlier substitution which has got to be a benefit to Colin too. Hope Lee does well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rampage Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Priorities Avoid relegation Move players out who do not work hard enough in Wayne's opinion Stop goals being conceded Improve goal tally Develop a style of play long-term and bring more skilful players of similar types into that system. Hope for serious cash input and takeover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIMBAUD Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 7 minutes ago, Nuwtfly said: I wonder what that type of character is exactly. I assume you’re suggesting that Marriott and Holmes don’t train hard enough or something, though this is just speculation. I wasn’t expecting us to sign anyone particularly exciting, especially in our current situation. I just don’t necessarily see how Gregory fits the system any better than anyone that’s already at the club, that’s all ?♂️ It’s not speculation though is it.? Rooney told us. That’s why they are gone. What other strikers were you thinking of at the club? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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