David Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Derby County goalkeeper Stephen Bywater is determined to play his way to a new contract by impressing manager Nigel Clough. The 27-year-old's current deal is set to run out at the end of the season and the former West Ham man is keen to stay at Pride Park. Bywater has established himself as Clough's No.1, relegating fellow shot-stopper Roy Carroll to the bench. The keeper, who was linked with a move to Tottenham in the summer, is likely to be in action on Wednesday in the FA Cup fourth round replay against rivals Nottingham Forest. The two sides could not be separated at Pride Park and now the Rams know that a win would set them up for another home tie with Manchester United. "I've only got four months left and I don't know what the future is for me," Bywater admitted to the Daily Star. "I want to be here because there are exciting times ahead. I'm a confident person and believe I should be playing anyway." [url=http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12876_4893486,00.html]http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12876_4893486,00.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thornhill Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 I think he's already earned it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 4, 2009 Author Share Posted February 4, 2009 Theres a similar article on DET site aswell, he mentioned Pearson had already spoken with his agent. I don't think there was any doubt he'd get a new contract. I'm still unsure who I'd like to see as first choice number 1, alot of people seem to be on Carroll's back recently, although he has put in some decent performances aswell. Both keepers would more than likely be first choice at most of the CCC clubs this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thornhill Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 Both have made decent performances, Bywater has made no mistakes and Carroll has made a quite a few imho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 4, 2009 Author Share Posted February 4, 2009 Carroll is still a quality number 2 to have available on the bench, if he will accept a number 2 role at the club. I don't understand the fans who are calling for him to be sold, we need Price to go out on loan for a full season at a League 1 or 2 club and gain first team experience before being a suitable number 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perky1106 Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I think there's no doubt that we'll be offering him a new contract. He's a great 'keeper and makes less mistakes than Roy Carroll. Carroll was a Jewell signing so I think that was the main reason why he started every week pretty much. Bywater is our number 1, or number 13 anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PearTree Ram Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Bywater is an excellent GK, someone of his callibre needs to be kept at a club like ours. If we lose him, it would be a great shame. A True Ram. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.M Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I feel we have two of the best keepers in the CCC. Carroll would be a premiership class keeper if he wasn't so easy to beat from distance and if he could kick. Bywater is a good keeper aswell and his kicking and throwing game is great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CumbrianRam Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 I originally thought that Roy Carroll was the better 'kepper, but I have to say, Bywater has impressed me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thornhill Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 welcome cumbrian ram /ohmy I was similar, i thought Carroll was better but Bywater has earned the Jersey this season imo. Especially with his last few displays, although he hasn't out a foot wrong this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PearTree Ram Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Originally posted by CumbrianRam;1053 I originally thought that Roy Carroll was the better 'kepper, but I have to say, Bywater has impressed me. Cumbrian my old mate Good to have you onboard and you Thornhill. Bywater gets the nod for me, been there and done it. Wore the JErsey with pride and always gives 100%, Carroll is just as good though....we have a Dilemma on our hands. Whoever is in goals, i think many of us will just hope that they play to the best of their ability. 2 great keepers in the team, can't beat that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 To be honest if Bywater keeps playing as he is doing we havent got a dilema, what we have is a very capable number 2 that can come in when needed. I think we are in a similar situation as when we had Camp and Grant, both were decent enough keepers for this level, although both were prone to mistakes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PearTree Ram Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 The only dodgy thing for us will be if one gets more games than the other, the one not playing might look elsewhere leaving us with a not so good understudy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 Thats the case for every club tho, unless your a world class keeper you have to accept that at certain stages of your career you may spend time as a number 2. Problem is some won't accept that and look to move on. Carroll left Rangers for the same reason so I doubt he will be here for next season unless he's first choice again. Price will be back tho, hopefully will have gained experience at Luton and be ready to fill his shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PearTree Ram Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Put it this way, i'd rather have Bywater anyday. If Caroll then decides to go, then goodbye. I'd be happy if Price is the understudy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perky1106 Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 It's very interesting how keepers fluctuate with their form and drift in and out of the number one role. It's like for England; David James went through a terrible stage to be replaced by the excellent Paul Robinson. Robinson became rubbish and David James took the chance and jumped back between the sticks. I'm very content with the keepers we have. Fergie couldn't say no to Carroll in one of the seasons where they won the title. He is very good back-up, as is Lewis Price who might be a decent younger prospect. It will be very beneficial for him to go out on loan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted February 5, 2009 Author Share Posted February 5, 2009 Do you think he will stick around as a backup keeper tho? he left Rangers as he was'nt first choice. At 31 he's still got a good couple of years left as a first choice keeper and would walk into most clubs in this league starting 11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PearTree Ram Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 Originally posted by David;1078 Do you think he will stick around as a backup keeper tho? he left Rangers as he was'nt first choice. At 31 he's still got a good couple of years left as a first choice keeper and would walk into most clubs in this league starting 11. Maybe they should have a home and away policy.... Bywater at PP Caroll Away Wonder if anyone has ever done that, or just a simple roatation system...2 on 2 off.... Then again....forget all that....just play the best for the situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CumbrianRam Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Originally posted by PearTree Ram;1080 Maybe they should have a home and away policy.... Bywater at PP Caroll Away Wonder if anyone has ever done that, or just a simple roatation system...2 on 2 off.... Then again....forget all that....just play the best for the situation. Like the way England used to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 Nobodies said "GET YER RAT OUT!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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