Richard Dunne

**eaststand85** · 27/08/2009, 10:18 AM

Originally Posted by rebelmusic

Looks it's defo on the way, the indo doesn't speculate as much as the english rags

http://www.independent.ie/sport/socc...y-1870728.html

The Irish Times just printed almost word for word the same article as the English "Rag" Guardian (http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/...253336043.html).

Delighted with this move for Dunne if it goes through, this way he'll be part of a top team with a great manager (not a Villa fan btw) and far away from City when it all blows up and the various overinflated egos there start bickering!

**rebelmusic** · 27/08/2009, 10:19 AM

Originally Posted by eaststand85

The Irish Times just printed almost word for word the same article as the English "Rag" Guardian (http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/...253336043.html).

My point was the indo probably wouldnt print it if it was utter speculation without any reliable sources. Anyway, moot point, great news

**Scram** · 27/08/2009, 12:05 PM

Originally Posted by rebelmusic

My point was the indo probably wouldnt print it if it was utter speculation without any reliable sources. Anyway, moot point, great news

The Sindo is a total RAG. You are much more likely to find valid news in the Guardian. I am amazed that anybody continues to support INM by buying the rag Sindo or the rag Herald.

Good move for Dunne, Well Dunne of Hughes. Will now watch Villa with interest.

**dr_peepee** · 27/08/2009, 12:39 PM

I wouldn't normally advocate a move of one of our players merely because some competition is brought in but I think he's better off moving on to a club like Villa..

City can go either way at this point, but I don't see them doing a Chelsea. Villa are a high profile club offering stability.

**donalmcdonagh** · 27/08/2009, 12:51 PM

Yes Yes yes....Im hope that deal goes through, I'm a villa fan and this exactly what we need. Its insane for City to get rid of Dunne, what a foolish mistake. Its because he is not a wholesale name and as marketable as the other players. To get rid of your captain and best player for 4 of the last 5 years is so wrong, they have lost a real leader, he is onyl 29 aswell, at least 3 more years left in him, and I believe his stock will rise over the next year particularly if we make it to SA. And now he has European footbal with Villa, it is actually a great move for him, Villa are a team full of proven premier league players with good balance and a proven manager. It will probably p!ss Dunne off but I think this will be a great move for him, hope it happens soon.

**Stuttgart88** · 27/08/2009, 2:04 PM

O'Neill also has a track record in getting the best out of his centre-backs.

Mjallby, Laursen...

What was the name of the guy he had at Leicester who went to Celtic for a season? Shaven headed, mad eyes. Name escapes me.

Curtis Davies is improving by all accounts too.

**endabob1** · 27/08/2009, 2:17 PM

Matt Elliott, always one of the first names in the fantasy football team in those days.

**Razors left peg** · 27/08/2009, 2:46 PM

Sky Sports news yellow breaking news banner at bottom of screen saying that Villa have agreed fee for Dunne

**irishultra** · 27/08/2009, 2:53 PM

Dissapointing.. They could very well be knocked out of Europe tonight.

Man City are a team on the rise, will probably finish in the top 4 this season.

**Razors left peg** · 27/08/2009, 2:55 PM

Originally Posted by irishultra

Dissapointing. Aston Villa look poor this season. They could very well be knocked out of Europe tonight.

They did alright in Anfield monday night!

**rambler14** · 27/08/2009, 2:57 PM

Busy times at Pompey at the moment.
Dunne, Tommy Smith, Michael Brown and some fella Williamson all linked today.

Still I hope Dunne signs for Villa.

**Razors left peg** · 27/08/2009, 2:58 PM

Originally Posted by irishultra

Dissapointing.. They could very well be knocked out of Europe tonight.

Man City are a team on the rise, will probably finish in the top 4 this season.

Nice edit

**SkStu** · 27/08/2009, 3:05 PM

Originally Posted by Scram

I am no longer a City "fan" and I hope Villa kick their RSs. Hughes is a fool.

well said Scram. Hughes is DEFFO going to regret this decision. And i reckon Dunne will flourish under O'Neill.

**tricky_colour** · 27/08/2009, 3:15 PM

Man City should bring back Kevin Keegan.
He would love it there, love it.

**Drumcondra 69er** · 27/08/2009, 3:16 PM

Looks like a Dunne deal. (Sorry....) Undergoing a medical this afternoon if personal terms can be agreed.

Overwhelmingly favourable comments and wishes from the City fans on that site.

http://www.manchestereveningnews.co....illa_for_dunne

**dr_peepee** · 27/08/2009, 3:24 PM

Originally Posted by irishultra

Dissapointing.. They could very well be knocked out of Europe tonight.

Man City are a team on the rise, will probably finish in the top 4 this season.

I dunno. I doubt Robinho, Adebayour, Bellamy and Tevez all make for a stable dressing room.. I see city imploding.

**Duggie** · 27/08/2009, 3:38 PM

as long as dunne is playing weekly them im happy. would love to city leak goals now though.

**rambler14** · 27/08/2009, 4:05 PM

Stephen Ireland captained City in pre-season......will he now take the armband or will Gareth Barry?

**elroy** · 27/08/2009, 4:26 PM

I believe it is going to be SI. Good move for Dunne, dont like the way he has been treated by City in recent months, especially considering he is club captain.