Steven Reid

**centre mid** · 14/10/2010, 8:43 PM

Still seems keen on coming back into the Ireland squad, would be delighted for him if he ever did manage to play for Ireland again.

"I have made the decision, but I am not ruling it out for the future. I haven't spoken to the manager since I made the decision, but if there was a desperate need, and a few injuries, then who knows? But until I get the phone call...."

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**SwanVsDalton** · 15/10/2010, 12:51 AM

I like Stephen Reid a lot but he's not setting the world alight yet. With his injuries, and retirement, I think he's at the back of the queue until he gets some regular starts for West Brom and turns in the kind of performances we would hope for - but if he does and deserves a call-up, no reason why not.

**eaststand85** · 15/10/2010, 3:53 PM

Originally Posted by SwanVsDalton

I like Stephen Reid a lot but he's not setting the world alight yet. With his injuries, and retirement, I think he's at the back of the queue until he gets some regular starts for West Brom and turns in the kind of performances we would hope for - but if he does and deserves a call-up, no reason why not.

Unfortunately none of our other midfield options are either, would be great news if we could get him back.

**SwanVsDalton** · 15/10/2010, 3:54 PM

Originally Posted by eaststand85

Unfortunately none of our other midfield options are either, would be great news if we could get him back.

Yeah but even relative to what we've got - sure he hasn't had a run of games at centre mid at any level for about two years.

**Stuttgart88** · 15/10/2010, 3:56 PM

I hate this "until I get the phone call" rubbish. Why not make the phone call yourself?

**elroy** · 15/10/2010, 8:59 PM

Would be delighted to welcome Stevie back. His performances in the first two games of the last campaign alone merit his inclusion in the squad. Couldve been a top midfielder, but injury denied him that. My only concern would be that he is not seeing much game time at present, just three substitute appearances and he doesnt appear to be playing in CM anymore.

**irishfan86** · 15/10/2010, 9:37 PM

Originally Posted by Stuttgart88

I hate this "until I get the phone call" rubbish. Why not make the phone call yourself?

Especially given the fact that he retired. When a player retires, and then wants to come back, I think notifying the manager makes the most sense...

**OwenGoal** · 15/10/2010, 9:45 PM

Originally Posted by Stuttgart88

I hate this "until I get the phone call" rubbish. Why not make the phone call yourself?

I don't think, in this case, he's saying that. I think he's simply saying "I'll answer the call, if they need me". But you can't be in the squad until you're called.

**eaststand85** · 16/10/2010, 1:19 AM

Originally Posted by SwanVsDalton

Yeah but even relative to what we've got - sure he hasn't had a run of games at centre mid at any level for about two years.

Take your point but definitely has to be considered an option if he get's back playing regularly?

**paul_oshea** · 16/10/2010, 11:52 AM

Originally Posted by Stuttgart88

I hate this "until I get the phone call" rubbish. Why not make the phone call yourself?

somewhat in agreement to what owlsfan is saying, I think he is being modest here. He believes that the Ireland squad is pretty much in place for euro 2012, and that it is not up to him to ring the manager, its if the manager wishes to ring him. He is basically saying I would like to be involved if they need me, but thats solely up to the manager and obviouslly not my choice. Nothing wrong with that in my opinion. In fact I think he handled it very well.

The timing of the publication and the injuries occuring, without anyone called up, it all seems very well timed...especially his comments.

**shaneker** · 16/10/2010, 12:35 PM

Reading that, it's pretty clear what he's saying: he retired for a reason, that reason hasn't changed, but if there was a 'desperate need' i.e. mass injuries in CM combined with suspensions, he might come back for a game or two to help us out. He says nothing about coming back properly.

He gave us come of the best performances of his career, he's retired to try to prolong that career, and he's saying he's willing to help us out in a crisis. A gentleman.

**paul_oshea** · 16/10/2010, 1:38 PM

is there a parrot in the room.

But yes gentleman of the highest order, thats exactly how i would see it.

**SwanVsDalton** · 18/10/2010, 2:14 AM

Originally Posted by eaststand85

Take your point but definitely has to be considered an option if he get's back playing regularly?

Definitely. It's a big if - but if he does, a fit and in-form Steven Reid would be a huge asset.

**Fixer82** · 18/10/2010, 4:21 AM

He can't really lose in what he's saying and he's not exactly committing to the cause either.
It's a bit of a 'come and get me if you're really stuck' kind of call but he's not willing to make the effort.
Great player though. Could do with a fully fit Steven Reid. If there is such a thing...