KidCreole Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Ok... reasons below why this is Not (capital N) a progressive signing: 1. For the 1 year; I repeat for clarification purposes: 1 year he was with us, he looked slightly better than what we had at that time i.e. Zander Diamond, Mitch Fucking Migginson, Jerel Ifil, Arrogant Maguire, Chris Clark. That collection is not exactly hard to beat. 2. He was so good Hearts didn't offer him a contract. 3. He was so good we (Aberdeen) didn't offer him more than a 1 year deal and got rid of him to a team in the bowels of English football at first opportunity. 4. If he was any good he'd have been playing, in his prime, at a higher level than he did. I.E. Plymouth, Us and Rotherham. 5. He's 34 years old. I repeat for clarification purposes; 34 years old. 6. Just because he scored a goal against Rangers doesn't make him some sort of folk hero. I rest my case your Honour.Its my lord in this court sir Link to comment
strachanmcgheegoal Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Case for the prosecution. He is more talented,more commanding and more experienced than any other player we were pursuing for that position, a troublesome position for us since Russ retired. (I'll give Devlin the benefit of the doubt and accept he was probably first choice but injury fucked that one. In truth wasn't convinced anyway). Seriously, Tansey and Shinnie in front of Arnason and Reynolds versus O'Connor and Ash behind, sorry, with Jack sitting far too deep between them, you've got to accept this as progress Shirley? Link to comment
V for Vendetta Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Case for the prosecution. He is more talented,more commanding and more experienced than any other player we were pursuing for that position, a troublesome position for us since Russ retired. (I'll give Devlin the benefit of the doubt and accept he was probably first choice but injury fucked that one. In truth wasn't convinced anyway). Seriously, Tansey and Shinnie in front of Arnason and Reynolds versus O'Connor and Ash in front of, sorry, with Jack sitting far too deep between them, you've got to accept this as progress Shirley?Tansey looks like a good passer. Could do with a lesson from Paul Hartley on playing in front of the defence and protecting them though. Link to comment
Reliablesource Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Tansey looks like a good passer. Could do with a lesson from Paul Hartley on playing in front of the defence and protecting them though.That's primarily why we have signed Arnason. Link to comment
V for Vendetta Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 That's primarily why we have signed Arnason.You think he's coming as a sitting midfielder rather than a cb? Link to comment
tup Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 He's coming homeHe's coming homeHe's comingArnie's coming home 1 Link to comment
muttonhumper Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 You think he's coming as a sitting midfielder rather than a cb? Dinna listen to him. He's havering. Link to comment
Reliablesource Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 You think he's coming as a sitting midfielder rather than a cb?Bit of both but primarily so, yes. O'Connor isn't working out too well and we haven't replaced the hun cunt yet as Thursday night showed. Tansey looks like a really good addition but he isn't Jacks replacement. Shinnie to left back, Maybe. 2 Link to comment
Old manny Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Excellent interview with Arnason on red tv: http://redtv.afc.co.uk/tv/video/vod/2351 Link to comment
robbojunior Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Rumpus to an extent has a point. Some of the comments I've read from our fans as being some sort of a legend is absolutely ridiculous. He's hopefully an improvement on Taylor so I'm glad he's signed, but some fans have worked themselves into some sort of a frenzy that he's a world class legend because he said in an interview 'once a Don always a Don. He really is not, but he's a good player.He's clearly better than Taylor. They guy may not be Baresi but he's got 60 international caps and played well in a good run at the euros. He will definitely be a good player for us in a position we've been weak in for 2 years 1 Link to comment
V for Vendetta Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Bit of both but primarily so, yes. O'Connor isn't working out too well and we haven't replaced the hun cunt yet as Thursday night showed. Tansey looks like a really good addition but he isn't Jacks replacement. Shinnie to left back, Maybe.Why do you always present your opinions as facts? Just makes you seem a bit of a pratt. Link to comment
tup Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Aye just got a free transfer from a mid table team in Cyprus so let's not go overboard. Might be crocked for all we ken. Good signing if not though. Link to comment
V for Vendetta Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Aye just got a free transfer from a mid table team in Cyprus so let's not go overboard. Might be crocked for all we ken. Good signing if not though.I think part of the excitement is due to how desperate we all are to see the centre of our defence sorted out. It's been a long time coming. Fingers crossed. Link to comment
robbojunior Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 And to be honest still weak unless Reynolds remembers he can play football.Agreed. Reynolds has in the past done very well with a decent man beside him and turned to a dribbling mess without that, so hopefully he will get back the form again.... we hope Link to comment
Red_Rocket_1983 Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 My point entirely Tea bag. He was doing a resonable job of tracking Lionel Messi in the Euros, but once upon a time he would have stopped him in his tracks. That's the difference... Slightly off the pace. Mark my words, by November, you'll be agreeing wholeheartedly with my astute obersation. Link to comment
Red_Rocket_1983 Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Ok... reasons below why this is Not (capital N) a progressive signing: 1. For the 1 year; I repeat for clarification purposes: 1 year he was with us, he looked slightly better than what we had at that time i.e. Zander Diamond, Mitch Fucking Migginson, Jerel Ifil, Arrogant Maguire, Chris Clark. That collection is not exactly hard to beat. 2. He was so good Hearts didn't offer him a contract. 3. He was so good we (Aberdeen) didn't offer him more than a 1 year deal and got rid of him to a team in the bowels of English football at first opportunity. 4. If he was any good he'd have been playing, in his prime, at a higher level than he did. I.E. Plymouth, Us and Rotherham. 5. He's 34 years old. I repeat for clarification purposes; 34 years old. 6. Just because he scored a goal against Rangers doesn't make him some sort of folk hero. I rest my case your Honour. Shit Link to comment
Reed or deed Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Ok... reasons below why this is Not (capital N) a progressive signing: 1. For the 1 year; I repeat for clarification purposes: 1 year he was with us, he looked slightly better than what we had at that time i.e. Zander Diamond, Mitch Fucking Migginson, Jerel Ifil, Arrogant Maguire, Chris Clark. That collection is not exactly hard to beat. 2. He was so good Hearts didn't offer him a contract. 3. He was so good we (Aberdeen) didn't offer him more than a 1 year deal and got rid of him to a team in the bowels of English football at first opportunity. 4. If he was any good he'd have been playing, in his prime, at a higher level than he did. I.E. Plymouth, Us and Rotherham. 5. He's 34 years old. I repeat for clarification purposes; 34 years old. 6. Just because he scored a goal against Rangers doesn't make him some sort of folk hero. I rest my case your Honour.I put it to you that his CPD and experience have enhanced his skills set and status within the game. Link to comment
rumpus Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Yip... I notice all you retards have toned down your celebratory remarks now that I've spoken. Homecoming folk hero? Fuck off. 1 8 Link to comment
Montgomery Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Clearly, to those with any working brain cells, a good signing. He probably wanted away from Cypriot football but he chose Aberdeen. He does have lots of caps in a team that's miles better than Scotland and has proven himself at that level. He is a CB now and has been for a while, a position we are desperate to fill. FFS, some of you are wetting your knickers unnecessarily. Give him some time to bed in and we'll see a good addition to the squad. Link to comment
Big Hat Logan Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Yip... I notice all you retards have toned down your celebratory remarks now that I've spoken. Homecoming folk hero? Fuck off. Is he an improvement on Ash Taylor? Link to comment
The Village Seagull Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Welcome home Karl. Oh Karl KarlKarl Karl Karl Karl Anderson! Link to comment
Monkey Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Who was the last regular international player that we signed? McGinn in 2012? Link to comment
dave_min Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Rumpus to an extent has a point. Some of the comments I've read from our fans as being some sort of a legend is absolutely ridiculous. He's hopefully an improvement on Taylor so I'm glad he's signed, but some fans have worked themselves into some sort of a frenzy that he's a world class legend because he said in an interview 'once a Don always a Don. He really is not, but he's a good player.Sorry for being excited about a new signing. Link to comment
rumpus Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Who was the last regular international player that we signed? McGinn in 2012? Lets be realistic.. he plays for Iceland which (without looking it up) have a population approximately the size of Aberdeen. They pinnacled once, realistically that won't happen again. 1 4 Link to comment
rumpus Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Looks like I'll have to 'police' the football forum more often. Too many dafties who can't see the big picture on here. 1 3 Link to comment
Monkey Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Lets be realistic.. he plays for Iceland which (without looking it up) have a population approximately the size of Aberdeen. They pinnacled once, realistically that won't happen again.You're right. Their continued success exhibited by them being equal top of their qualifying group for euro 2018 is simply a continuation of their single pinnacling! If only we could sign other internationalists from similar one off successful countries! I still can't think of another internationalist after McGinn. Link to comment
Crossbow Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Wonderful news - a player who will not be intimidated - will play intelligent football - hopefully will last a couple of seasons . Great to have on board - better by far than what we had before. Happy top have on board - my only overall concern is the number of players we will likely be looking to replace next summer - hope some will get signed up for a bit longer early on if they live up to their potential. Link to comment
Dons79 Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Lets be realistic.. he plays for Iceland which (without looking it up) have a population approximately the size of Aberdeen. They pinnacled once, realistically that won't happen again. Link to comment
Dons79 Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 Iceland are joint top on goal difference in there group with Croatia when they have no right to be.doesnt appear to be slowing down any Link to comment
Red_Rocket_1983 Posted July 15, 2017 Share Posted July 15, 2017 A bit being made about the deal...but I think thats a positive, that after its been struck - its all smiles and 'its great to be here'; players are happy...they trust Del. Good positive shit. Barry Robson said that after the first season - 'just a case of putting it in front of me and Ill sign it', they feel privileged to be here. Cant complain if thats the case - people queue up to sign. If they do that and they're shit, then thats one thing - but Kari aint shit. Already had a tweet liked by him - felt nice; a wee bit of bonding between hero and amazing fantastic fan. I like that about him. He takes the time to acknowledge the fans tweets. A simple thing, but it shows the class of the man. Link to comment
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