Andy Reid

**tricky_colour** · 30/04/2006, 4:52 PM

He has just came on as a sub for Spurs after a long spell out
of the first team. I wonder if this is a return to form (if return is
the right word!). Hard to tell how he played from the radio.
Robbie Keane was subbed at about 1/2 time (injured).

**thejollyrodger** · 30/04/2006, 5:25 PM

where was he all season ? resting up in KFC ?? Reid is heading back to the coke cola division

**drummerboy** · 01/05/2006, 12:22 AM

Reid done well, even if it was only for 15 minutes. Unfortunately still looks very heavy.

**pete** · 01/05/2006, 12:45 PM

Originally Posted by drummerboy

Reid done well, even if it was only for 15 minutes. Unfortunately still looks very heavy.

As a sub he doesn't need stamina. Being heavy means he doesn't hurt himself when he falls as can roll over...

**zinedineontour** · 01/05/2006, 2:11 PM

Originally Posted by thejollyrodger

where was he all season ? resting up in KFC ?? Reid is heading back to the coke cola division

reid is a very good player and hopefully he will get a good run in the spurs side next season.. good to see him back

**eirebhoy** · 02/05/2006, 12:09 AM

I'd still have him in the Ireland first 11.

**tricky_colour** · 02/05/2006, 12:40 AM

I was just wondering if his recent appearance was an indication of
improved form or possible some sort of ruse to sell him in the summer,
or possibly to convince him to stay. Having said that it was a very
important game for Spurs so I expect he was playing purely on merit
which is a good sign. I would probalby have him in the first 11 too, but it's
hard to be sure of that when he is not getting a first team game.
I wonder if he will play a part in on Saturday, it being Spur's last Premiership
game of Season?

**shakermaker1982** · 02/05/2006, 11:17 AM

lads having watched Reid many times for Forest since he broke through into the 1st team there I'd have to say his build does not effect his talent in anyway. He has always been a big lad around the waistline but when he has the ball he is quick and that is all that matters. I hope he leaves Spurs next season and goes to a club who gives him game time because he is a quality player.

**pete** · 02/05/2006, 4:14 PM

Originally Posted by shakermaker1982

I hope he leaves Spurs next season and goes to a club who gives him game time because he is a quality player.

If he is good enough he will play at Spurs. He was ahead of players such as Lennox in the pecking order but lost his place because he wasn't good enough. Its alwasy funny he hear people say players should leave when not getting a game. Robbie Keane stuck at it & proved himself. reid could move to the Championship but wouldn't do him much good.

**M@ttitude** · 02/05/2006, 4:49 PM

I thought a move to Portsmouth was on the cards?

**John83** · 02/05/2006, 6:06 PM

Originally Posted by shooter mc gav

wieght jokes about Andy ...the a new one lads ...were ever do you get these crazy new jokes from

Seriously, what jokes?

**shakermaker1982** · 03/05/2006, 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by pete

If he is good enough he will play at Spurs. He was ahead of players such as Lennox in the pecking order but lost his place because he wasn't good enough. Its alwasy funny he hear people say players should leave when not getting a game. Robbie Keane stuck at it & proved himself. reid could move to the Championship but wouldn't do him much good.

Duff and Reid I am sure have both tried to play their way into their respective club sides but have not had much luck this season. Every player wants to play and if that is not on the horizon I don't see why you shouldn't move on. Reid could do a great job for Everton, Portsmouth, Wigan etc next season if they are tempted.

**Fergie's Son** · 03/05/2006, 2:05 PM

Looks like he is out of Spurs according to www.eleven-a-side.com

Hopefully he'll stay in the Prem.

**pete** · 03/05/2006, 2:06 PM

Sure speculation. No quotes in that article.

**John83** · 04/05/2006, 9:09 AM

Originally Posted by gonzo

He's on his way out of WHL.....He didn't 'Shape' up, so he's being shipped out, along with Kelly.

All rumour for now. Let's actually see a quote where he or Jol say that he's leaving.

Undoubtedly skilful, seriously doubt if he can do it from an athletic viewpoint at the highest level?

Sure he can. Of course, the top clubs won't let it pass, but at a midtables club, he's skillful enough to compensate. Hell, Dunne did it for years.

**livehead1** · 04/05/2006, 9:21 AM

Originally Posted by gonzo

He's on his way out of WHL.....He didn't 'Shape' up, so he's being shipped out, along with Kelly.

Undoubtedly skilful, seriously doubt if he can do it from an athletic viewpoint at the highest level?

some of the worlds best players lack athleticism

**livehead1** · 04/05/2006, 9:24 AM

Originally Posted by Fergie's Son

Looks like he is out of Spurs according to www.eleven-a-side.com

Hopefully he'll stay in the Prem.

very poor article. as pete says, not one quote, and it fails to mention the massive injury problems that he has had this season. Also calls teamo tainio a youngster, im sure hes 26??

poorly researched, and just written for the sake of writing an article on a topic that wouldn't suprise many people.

**princeofoslo** · 04/05/2006, 9:40 AM

pity about Andy I still have not given up on him at Spurs or anywhere. I think is best position is as a playmaker continental style and I wonder if the premier league has room for these type of players. I mean Gerarrd and Lampard are more Roy Keane types.
As regards physique he reminds me of Stoikov the great bulgarian player and who wouldn't have had him in their side

**geysir** · 04/05/2006, 9:50 AM

The biggest barrier to his progress with Spurs is to do with his injuries. He was injured in December and again in Febuary with 4 to 6 weeks recovery each time.
If he was fit to play at least he would certainly have been used instead of Danny Murphy. As Davids was suspended last week it will be interesting to see if Reid makes the next game.
Reid looked the part for his 15 mins or so appearance. He is a much better distributer of the ball than Davids.

**Stuttgart88** · 04/05/2006, 10:46 AM

I think that it's encouraging that as soon as he recovers from injury Jol involves him again at the most critical run of games Spurs has had in years. As soon as he was fit in January(?) he was played against Fulham, did well but twisted his knee again after 30 mins.

Fine player but unfortunately he still has to fully establish himself. Not all his own fault by any means.

Agree about Davids - flatters to deceive. Fails to complete a lot of passes.

Also agree that Reid's best position, especially for Ireland, could well be centrally. He and Steven Reid could complement each other very well. A very skillful user of the ball and a real box-to-box, ball winning strong runner is a great combo on paper. I really think we need both of these fully fit next year.