Carnero Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/exclusive-qpr-derby-county-and-cardiff-city-interested-in-ex-charlton-athletic-man/ Getting in there 3 days ahead of Old Ben... 😁 According to this shaky source we're one of the clubs interested in Sean Clare, 26 year old right back/wing back/centre back/midfielder.. looks a decent squad option on paper if nothing else, 40 games for Charlton last season. Ramarena, SKRam, TuffLuff and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ambitious Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 He's a talented, yet incredibly frustrating player. He does fit the system, can definitely see him signing and can definitely see fans spending half the season calling him every name under the sun. I think his erratic game-by-game performances wore some of the Charlton fans down, most (if not all) still think there is a player in there somewhere but definitely a player that would need to be coached up to get where we would need him to be. Surprised Championship clubs would entertain him. Carnero 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaspode Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 13 minutes ago, Ambitious said: He's a talented, yet incredibly frustrating player. He does fit the system, can definitely see him signing and can definitely see fans spending half the season calling him every name under the sun. I think his erratic game-by-game performances wore some of the Charlton fans down, most (if not all) still think there is a player in there somewhere but definitely a player that would need to be coached up to get where we would need him to be. Surprised Championship clubs would entertain him. Before I clicked on the link, I was going to suggest that he may be a bit like Scott Malone without the silly hair - I'm pleased I delayed.... trekkie_ram, cstand and SKRam 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ambitious Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 13 minutes ago, Gaspode said: Before I clicked on the link, I was going to suggest that he may be a bit like Scott Malone without the silly hair - I'm pleased I delayed.... I'd say he's more talented, possibly more erratic, version of Malone. Malone can play left back, I think the problem with Clare is that he's a midfielder who has been pushed to right back so defensively he can be frustrating, i.e. being caught out of position or losing the ball and leaving space behind. I don't think he would be a bad wing back in a 3-4-3 system. End product would be a problem though, but feel like he would offer some athleticism which would be useful. I 100% wouldn't be against his signing, but definitely well aware of the shortcomings that he brings. It's been one that I have somewhat expected given Warne's system and contract situation. He can cover almost every position on the pitch too so ideal foil for a small squad. He's a Korey Smith with possibly a higher ceiling but lower floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 9 minutes ago, Ambitious said: I'd say he's more talented, possibly more erratic, version of Malone. Malone can play left back, I think the problem with Clare is that he's a midfielder who has been pushed to right back so defensively he can be frustrating, i.e. being caught out of position or losing the ball and leaving space behind. I don't think he would be a bad wing back in a 3-4-3 system. End product would be a problem though, but feel like he would offer some athleticism which would be useful. I 100% wouldn't be against his signing, but definitely well aware of the shortcomings that he brings. It's been one that I have somewhat expected given Warne's system and contract situation. He can cover almost every position on the pitch too so ideal foil for a small squad. He's a Korey Smith with possibly a higher ceiling but lower floor. I usually like to think we are making an improvement! - not so sure with what your opinions sound like Rammy03 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Contain Nuts Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 (edited) Sounds like the epitome of a "Paul Warne player" tbh As I said in the general rumours thread, his character fits too - https://londonfootballscene.co.uk/2023/02/22/charlton-athletics-sean-clare-on-finding-his-way-and-inspiring-the-next-generation/ (Video discusses his surgeries to remove the birthmark on the side of his face, which necessitated his wearing of the mask last season) Edited May 26, 2023 by Kokosnuss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramarena Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, Carnero said: https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/exclusive-qpr-derby-county-and-cardiff-city-interested-in-ex-charlton-athletic-man/ Getting in there 3 days ahead of Old Ben... 😁 According to this shaky source we're one of the clubs interested in Sean Clare, 26 year old right back/wing back/centre back/midfielder.. looks a decent squad option on paper if nothing else, 40 games for Charlton The dodgy transfer link superhero’s we never asked for, but somehow ended up with! Edited May 26, 2023 by Ramarena i-Ram and Carnero 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Clough Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 Played most of the season as a RB in a back 4 didn't he? Poor as an RCB, and no end product as a RWB. We can surely do better, especially as we already have Smith to do the 'midfielder playing at RB' role. The_Sheriff, InstaRam, Andicis and 2 others 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinhectoring Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 3 hours ago, Ambitious said: and can definitely see fans spending half the season calling him every name under the sun. uranus? Boycie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McMuffin Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 9 minutes ago, Ghost of Clough said: Played most of the season as a RB in a back 4 didn't he? Poor as an RCB, and no end product as a RWB. We can surely do better, especially as we already have Smith to do the 'midfielder playing at RB' role. I am more hopeful we sign either Regan Poole or Josh Key for the RB positions or even both! The_Sheriff, Rammy03 and Caerphilly Ram 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andicis Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 11 minutes ago, Ghost of Clough said: Played most of the season as a RB in a back 4 didn't he? Poor as an RCB, and no end product as a RWB. We can surely do better, especially as we already have Smith to do the 'midfielder playing at RB' role. Agreed. The thing we have lacked is a natural right back, whilst Smith did a half decent job as a fill in. It would make no sense for us to sign another makeshift fullback when we already have one. Plenty of better options out there. Ghost of Clough 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Contain Nuts Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 (edited) Not sure we'll be signing a 'natural RB' even next season tbh. With the plan evidently to play primarily with wing backs, anyone actual RB coming in would know they're only going to play on the rare occasion we change system - at which point we'd probably just ask a RCB to move across or a RWB to move backwards. Edited May 26, 2023 by Kokosnuss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealhantsram Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 1 hour ago, Kokosnuss said: Not sure we'll be signing a 'natural RB' even next season tbh. Given barely anyone plays with wing backs these days, we are pretty much guaranteed to be signing midfielders or full backs with a view to coaching them into the role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nottingram Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 13 minutes ago, therealhantsram said: Given barely anyone plays with wing backs these days, we are pretty much guaranteed to be signing midfielders or full backs with a view to coaching them into the role. 2 out of the 3 promoted teams in both the Championship and in League 1 will be teams utilising 3 at the back with wing backs, with both teams in both play off finals using it. The very top teams don’t really use it but it is probably the prevailing system in the Championship and League 1 now. Although I do agree in a way, “wing backs” are often now converted wingers (and the wider CB’s are often converted full backs) therealhantsram, Carnero and Andicis 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srg Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 21 minutes ago, therealhantsram said: Given barely anyone plays with wing backs these days, we are pretty much guaranteed to be signing midfielders or full backs with a view to coaching them into the role. Eh? Andicis, Caerphilly Ram and Carnero 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srg Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 Signed for Wigan. 3 year deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SK47 Posted July 11, 2023 Share Posted July 11, 2023 7 minutes ago, Srg said: Signed for Wigan. 3 year deal. Amazing. Thanks for clearing that up because I was wondering.... 👀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuniverse Posted July 12, 2023 Share Posted July 12, 2023 14 hours ago, Srg said: Signed for Wigan. 3 year deal. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/66166064 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PistoldPete Posted July 12, 2023 Share Posted July 12, 2023 On 26/05/2023 at 16:02, Carnero said: https://footballleagueworld.co.uk/exclusive-qpr-derby-county-and-cardiff-city-interested-in-ex-charlton-athletic-man/ Getting in there 3 days ahead of Old Ben... 😁 According to this shaky source we're one of the clubs interested in Sean Clare, 26 year old right back/wing back/centre back/midfielder.. looks a decent squad option on paper if nothing else, 40 games for Charlton last season. Another right back? They are like the buses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srg Posted July 12, 2023 Share Posted July 12, 2023 22 minutes ago, PistoldPete said: Another right back? They are like the buses. You're quoting a post from May and the guy has signed for another team this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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