report on QPR's site now: http://www.qpr.premiumtv.co.uk/page/...216856,00.html
still nothing on Hull City's site
Good move for Delaney, QPR obviously have money to spend now and are a team on the move.
Are Cork City entitled to any of that transfer fee?
That's a lot of money they've splashed out on him.
Im an R's fan for over 30 years and ive never seen so many players signed in such a short period thats 8 now since the window opened.
We are the Galway Boys Stand up and make some noise"
Looks like he's a centre half who can also play left back....may be an option for us there.
Found another Irishman in this year's MLS draft, Greg Kilkenny from Bray:Originally Posted by Metrostars
http://www.gonu.com/msoccer/kilkenny.shtml
However, he is way down the list of prospects and is older (24!) so I doubt an MLS team will pick him up.
Last edited by Metrostars; 17/01/2008 at 3:46 PM.
"Jacques Santini...will be greeted in every dugout of the country by "one-nil, one-nil" - Clive Tyldsley, 89th minute of France-England June 13, 2004.
"Ooooohhhh Nooooooo" Bobby Robson 91st minute.
Is he any good? Seems to be a bit of cash alright even though I heard QPR have a good bit to spend. Couldn't see them getting promoted but you'd never know.
He's been at Hull for about 4 years, he was Taylor's first purchase after taking over at the club. Taylor was the one who brought him over from Cork to Leicester, so he obviously rated Delaney.
Was pretty much a mainstay in their promotions through the divisions. Started out as a left full, but plays centre half now, I believe. Similar to Darren O'Dea in that respect. Won a load of player of the season awards in their promotion to the Championship.
General word is that the fee was £600k, with extras thereafter.
I'm an interested spectator here (being a QPR follower for my sins!) and been reading the forums today, with the general consensus coming from Hull being that they've just got very very lucky to offload what they say is a poor player for the given price. But experience has taught me to ignore the views on forums.
It seems a bit strange of Hull fans to be so exultant in his passing when not so long ago he was their player of the year. I reckon it's jealousy at our new-found wealth or something! Whatever, the change of club and stern competition for places has to be good for him and should see him improve over the coming months, and who knows, with the general dearth of defenders Ireland have, push for an unlikely squad place.
Few quotes from the big man; "It's a massive challenge for me personally. The squad is very strong in every department and the initial task for me is to play my way into the Manager's thoughts....This is a new chapter for me and one I'm going to relish."
Best of luck Damo, right behind ya!
Some updates added to the site for lower league players
Simon Madden (Leeds): http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroa...playerID=47995
Andrew Callaghan (Millwall): http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroa...playerID=46675
Ross Gaynor (Millwall): http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroa...playerID=47712
Marc Tierney (Shrewsbury): http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroa...playerID=35713
Jimmy Ryan (Shrewsbury): http://www.chatsoccer.net/irishabroa...playerID=47021
Also updated the recent transfer activity, Damien Delaney is now listed at QPR, and Stephen O'Halloran is on loan at Southampton
Thanks mate. Do you (or anyone else) have any opinion on him? He sounds like he could be a decent prospect for 3rd tier football at Brighton?
From football365's weekend Championship briefing: http://www.football365.com/story/0,1...057669,00.html
Saturday, January 19
Blackpool (16) v Ipswich (7)
Blackpool boss Simon Grayson has not made any new signings this week ahead of the visit of Ipswich, with only striker Steve McPhee coming in from Hull last week, who start alongside Ben Burgess.
Owen Garvan will continue alongside Tommy Miller after recovering from flu.
Top scorers: Wesley Hoolahan, Ben Burgess (Blackpool) 6
Coventry (17) v Burnley (11)
Coventry captain Michael Doyle is available after suspension while fellow midfielder Jay Tabb returns from illness.
Crystal Palace (6) v Bristol City (2)
Top scorers: Clinton Morrison (Crystal Palace) 12
Plymouth (9) v Southampton (13)
Plymouth welcome back highly-rated midfielder David Norris from suspension
On-loan Aston Villa defender Stephen O'Halloran is in the Southampton squad
Top scorers: David Norris (Plymouth) 5
QPR (20) v Barnsley (15)
Mikele Leigertwood has completed a four-match ban after a second red card of the season, but he may struggle to recognise any of his team-mates, let alone reclaim his place, after Damien Delaney took the number of new signings at the club to nine.
Scunthorpe (23) v Wolves (12)
Darron Gibson (back), Michael Kightly (ankle) and Jody Craddock (calf) are set to miss out.
Gary Breen has returned to training following injury but illness prevented him building up his match fitness for the reserves in midweek.
Watford (3) v Charlton (5)
Charlton's on-loan defender Sam Sodje (hand) is likely to miss out, while captain Andy Reid (knee) is still sidelined.
Stephen Ward signs a contract extension at Wolves: http://www.wolves.premiumtv.co.uk/pa...218608,00.html
Yet another Irish player at Ipswich
http://www.sportinglife.com/football...&TEAMHD=soccer
Ipswich have signed Sheffield United midfielder Alan Quinn on an emergency loan deal.
However, the 28-year-old, capped eight times by the Republic of Ireland, is not available for Saturday's clash with Blackpool.
Manager Jim Magilton told the club's website: "We had to move fast when I heard Alan might be available and we are delighted to have him at the club.
"I've known Alan since he was a lad and he will come in and freshen things up for us and I'm delighted he is with us."
News on the MLS draft front:
Ciaran O'Brien was chosen by Colorado (5th overall pick)
Joe Lapira was chosen by Toronto, Ronnie O'Brien's team (35th overall pick)
"Jacques Santini...will be greeted in every dugout of the country by "one-nil, one-nil" - Clive Tyldsley, 89th minute of France-England June 13, 2004.
"Ooooohhhh Nooooooo" Bobby Robson 91st minute.
I watched the last 10 minutes of the Sheffield derby after the Hearts-Hibs match and the commentator said of Glenn Whelan - "He's been magnificant. Absolutely superb game".
Darren O'Dea interview:
http://celticfc.net/news/stories/news_180108154743.aspx
Last edited by eirebhoy; 19/01/2008 at 1:48 PM.
Robbie Keane dropped today? Defoe captain for Spurs, has the world gone mad?
Here they come! It’s the charge of the “Thanks” Brigade!
Just wondering if Benni McCarthy could be classed as a target man? I'm trying to see if my McShane against the target man theory adds up. Arguably the best player on the pitch against Berbatov, Koller, Davies and McCarthy. He's playing right back today though.
Gave the ball away for Tottenham's opener according to the report on Setanta. Had a header cleared off the line late on in the first half. Stokes was hauled off by Keane after a half hour as well.
Fair nuff. Thanks.
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