Spartak make McGeady bid
Russian club extend offer for Parkhead wide man
http://www.skysports.com/story/0,195...190939,00.html
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Spartak make McGeady bid
Russian club extend offer for Parkhead wide man
http://www.skysports.com/story/0,195...190939,00.html
That's been rumoured for a long time, now that it's more of a reality probably accounts for the offer for Lawrence.
Playing in Russia? it's a first and a radical move, should he go for it, but I hope McGeady does.
I see Spartak are managed by Karpin, a 'handy' enough midfielder in his day.
To be honest I wud be shocked if he went to Russia. But it mite spring a few clubs closer to home into action
Can't see him wanting to move to Moscow to be honest.
Spartak have bid £8.3m million according to Sky Sports.....
I can think of a f€w r€asons for him to at l€ast consid€r itQuote:
Originally Posted by Maroon 7
Risky move. If he didn't settle and it all went tits up, it'd be a major setback in his career. The Russian clubs like to sprinkle their sides with foreign flair, usually Brazilian but sur Aiden is that from the ankles down anyway. I first heard rumours of Spartak's interest a fair while ago, they must have had their eye on him for some time. Presumably they have the crossing and shooting duties already designated to someone else ;)
If the bhoy wonder has any other suitors, this should bring 'em out of the woodwork. Interesting times!
Better Irish players than McGeady have not adjusted too well to moves in England and certainly nothing like this has ever been attempted. A lot depends on the manager's plans and there are a lot of unknowns.
I'd imagine that the first definite interest came when McGeady had an excellent game against Spartak in the final CL qualifier what seems like years ago.
That evening in CP he was everything, especially in the 2nd half, trapping long punted ball stone dead on his little toe, swivelling in a flash and either setting up an attack or winning the free.
This season after a bright enough start he faded under Mowbray but came back to his old self under Lennon and turned in some good performances.
He is a deadly serious skilled player who wants to develop his game, interesting to see if he feels this is a good challenge for him
Aye thats when he tore them apart the whole game but we just kept missing sitter after sitter, also they just sold Vladimir Bystrov to Zenit so this one is a definite goer but would McGeady leave to stay in Moscow? I doubt it but it and if he does go Lenny better get a Di Canio like figure in to replace him or there will be uproar.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sullivinho
Big Eck wants him down at Brum but from what im hearing McGeady would never play in the same team as Barry Ferguson in his lifetime, so that only leaves Sevilla and Valencia who are seriously interested and I think that would be the best move for him IF he does go which I seriously hope he doesn't.
The news today is that Spartak's official bid of €10m has been turned down by Celtic.
Spartak bid
there would be uproar at Celtic if we sold McGeady and thats why its been booted out.Quote:
Originally Posted by geysir
i'm fairly sure he said about a year ago he wants to concentrate on becoming a "celtic legend", unfortunately that has yet to help his prospects under trap
Really!!!! Hadn't heard about their interest in him. Have always wanted McGeady to ply his trade in La Liga.Quote:
Originally Posted by aidinho
On the Spanish note, I watched the Ireland-Italy Croker match in a pub in town with a lot of tourists. Two Spanish lads were sitting beside us and they leaned over to me at some point in the second half and asked "who is the Irish number 7," who, of course, was McGeady. Maybe they only asked because he was the only non-EPL player in the team, but I'd hazard a guess it was because he was the only players whose technical skill really stood out.
Unless the next Celtic manager can get Aiden to step up his game particularly crosssing/shooting/final ball then Aiden himself would be better to leave Celtic.
He is pretty much the same player that he was 3 years ago. For a full time professional footballer not too improve certain parts of his game in this time suggests that he is in a comfort zone with no reason/need to stimulate improvements.
Yeah its been doing rounds up here for ages mate and I think it would suit his game better obviously I don't want him to leave. period.Quote:
Originally Posted by WexCar
Maybe if Sky stopped throwing ****loads of money at the English leagues and hitting us with derisory bids we would have a strong SPL again and the kid would not have to leave.
He just hasn't taken the next step...he got to a certain point and that was it. Some players are like that.
That's economics bud. Maybe if the Scottish League wasn't so lopsided even with a poor Old Firm there'd be more interest.Quote:
Originally Posted by aidinho
And even though the EPL is going the same way there's a far bigger worldwide audience. I'd love Celtic to be competitive in Europe but can't see it. Mind you the fans hounded out the only manager to get them out of a Champions League group (twice) who'd also delivered the first 3 in a row since the 70's if I'm not mistaking....
A bit on McGeady and the possible move to Russia from former Celtic player Rudi Vata here.
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Former Hoops' defender Vata specialises in the Eastern European market and was involved in the deals which saw former Hibernian striker Garry O'Connor both join and leave Lokomotiv Moscow.
Vata told Press Association Sport: "He will get anything between £1.5 million to £2 million net in Russia, I can guarantee that.
"He will be able to make much more money than he would get at say, Birmingham or any team at that level in the Premier League.
"I know the mentality of the Russians, I have a lot of contacts over there. They rarely buy star players over 25 or 26. They look to bring players who are around 25 or younger and then sell them on.
"If you have a star player in countries like Belgium or France - or Scotland - who is an international then that will attract the Russian clubs and McGeady fits in to that category.
"It is a good league in Russia and it will make him a better player. If he stays two years he will be stronger physically and mentally.
"They will think that they can then sell him to a Premier League club for £15 million, they have done that in the past. They know what they are doing, they know they will get the fee back.''
Despite the financial attractions, Vata, who played for Celtic between 1993 and 1996, understands why some players are reluctant to make the move to Russia even for a short spell.
He said: "Moscow is a beautiful city, a great city but it it takes a strong personality, someone with a strong mentality to survive over there.
"It is not easy to make new friends and you travel long journeys to games. I don't think he will go. If he has one or two options down south then I think he will go there.''
Does anyone think there is any chance he would want to go play in Russia?
It would be a strange move alright, although I wasn't aware Garry O'Connor went from the SPL to Lokomotiv Moscow, so there is a bit of a precedent there, if you could call it that.
In saying that, the reason is returned to the UK was allegedly due to him struggling to settle into the Russian lifestyle.
I reckon he'd balk at the prospect. The only temptation would be money. It'l take an offer from England, Spain and the like to tempt him out of his comfort zone.Quote:
Originally Posted by Crosby87
Comfort Zone, Celtic, McGeady will be words that Aiden will be remembered for if he does not open new horizons for himself. I suppose it depends on if a good opportunity is offered. Russia would be a brave step but I for one would like Aiden to challenge himself somewhere bar Celtic. Does Aiden himself think he is good enough to accept such a challenge.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sullivinho
Aiden is the Irish/Scottish Theo Walcott. He is quick, no denying his skill level, but his end product on numerous occasions is just way off the mark.
I can think of many charging runs McGeady did for us up the field but very little end product. The cross for Doyles goal against Georgia away is one, he also had a good game at home to Georgia but other than that very little. In the few games Lawrence played for us, he offered more, was stronger defensively and an all round better performer imo. Have heard Celtic fans rave about McG for a long time and I've yet to see the reason why (in an Ireland shirt, couldnt care less what he does in a celtic shirt).
Good call on Walcott.Quote:
Originally Posted by elroy
McGeady is utterly frustrating because of what he could be. That's my gripe with him. He's got phenomenal talent but if he had a more consistent end product he'd be up there with the best. It's one of those 'so close and yet so far' scenarios.
excuse my ignorance, but what is the story between him and Ferguson?Quote:
Originally Posted by aidinho
Has nowhere near the pace of Theo Walcott and is probably less effective.Quote:
Originally Posted by elroy
He played well against Arsenal in Champs League. I think that was the best I've seen him play but I must admit I don't watch the SPL. I think in a competitive match we'd be better off with Duff & Lawrence out wide. At this stage I'd probably go for Hunt over him and possibly even McCarthy (I've seen him perform well in a left midfield role for Wigan and I like his style). Anyway I've always been frustrated with McGready for not moving from the SPL after he had that season where he won best player and best young player; he had achieved it all in that league, it was time to move on and I think his development has stalled since.
It seems to get forgotten or perhaps ignored that it is not solely down to McGeady that he still plys his trade in the SPL.
1) Celtic have an asset, little argument that he is probably our main asset and have never shown a willingness to sell, knocking back an offer from Birmingham only last summer/January. McGeady is under contract (must be 3 years or so left I would say, so he signed it around the time he was starting to play well).
2) Have there been any concrete offers for McGeadys services over the last 3 or 4 years? I cant think of anything other than Birminghams offer and pages and pages of red top speculation / gossiping. Perhaps all these teams in the EPL or La Liga also have the same concerns that many posters on here have and are not willing to table a serious offer?
This summer seems the most likely of all summers that he will actually leave (along with Boruc I expect) but I wouldnt say its a certainty. Neil Lennon may also have an input assuming he has a good relationship with McGeady.
Neil Lennon confirmed as Celtic boss:
http://www.independent.ie/sport/socc...s-2213242.html
Stated on SSN that he wants Robbie to stay/return but concedes "it's up to him". He'll no doubt want to keep hold of McGeady too.
It looks like Spartak made the offer of the wrong type of millions.
£10m would surely have a better chance of Lennon and the Board feeling more positive about the proposed transfer.
lennon has stated he wants mcgeady to stay and it would take a crazy amount of money for him to leave. its now up to him; if he really wants to leave, put in a request, or lounge in the spl
An article from a couple of months ago.
I just did a google after I was reminded that Lennon and McGeady had a bit of a slanging match on the pitch 3 or 4 years ago after Celtic conceded a late goal.
The article covers that incident and how it is definitely long buried in the past. Additionally he reaffirms his wish to play outside of the SPL at some point in his career but whilst he is under contract, he is a Celtic player unless the club get an offer they want to accept.
http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/spor...mly.6201823.jp
I'd love to see him leave. The SPL is poor quality and he'll never contend for any European honours with Celtic. They money just isn't there, sorry SPL fans.
Spartak Moscow deny any interest
http://soccernet.espn.go.com/news/st...nsfers&cc=5901
Surprise, surprise.Quote:
Originally Posted by Colbert Report
McGeady conscripts Keane's agent to get Premier League move: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/foo...er-League.html
Is he looking for one move or ten? :DQuote:
Originally Posted by tetsujin1979
Aiden McGeady close to Celtic departure after sitting out US tour / GUARDIAN
Aiden McGeady's departure from Celtic has edged closer, with the Republic of Ireland player not part of the squad which departed for a pre-season tour of the United States today.
Celtic claim McGeady has a thigh injury but are aware of interest from Aston Villa in the winger's services.
McGeady is keen to test his ability on a higher stage than the SPL and would be agreeable to being reunited with Martin O'Neill, the Villa manager who handed the then teenager his Celtic debut in 2004.
Birmingham City made a bid for McGeady in January but are now understood to have cooled their interest.
Emile Heskey has been suggested as a potential makeweight in any Villa move for McGeady but Celtic are likely to demand a cash payment – possibly as much as £8m – for the 24-year-old.
Neil Lennon, Celtic's newly appointed manager, would benefit from such funds as he oversees a squad overhaul.
McGeady, Stephen McManus, Georgios Samaras and Artur Boruc are the players whose departures are set to raise money for Lennon.
Fiorentina tonight announced they had agreed terms on a €2m (£1.6m) move for Boruc, subject to a medical for the Polish goalkeeper.
Celtic confirmed the arrival of Joe Ledley on a four-year contract from Cardiff City earlier today but Lennon is virtually resigned to missing out on a loan move for Jimmy Bullard.
The manager is close, however, to completing a deal for the Mexico international midfielder Efraín Juárez.
Looking ever more likely that Aiden will be plying his trade elsewhere this season. The only player that Celtic have that will bring in serious cash and whilst Lennon doesnt want to lose him, I think the cash he needs to fund further signings plus Aidens own desire to try the Premiership (or elsewhere but less likely) means he will be off. Amazing to think that getting rid of Boruc/McManus/Samaras will probably net Celtic around £5m - Probably 2-3 seasons ago Boruc was getting linked with the likes of Arsenal and AC Milan for £10m+ (I appreciate his contract nearer the end now but still some drop off).