r00fie1
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This post isnt a pzz or chance to gloat over Derby County`s plight:
It is a comment on the perilous state of football - both in terms of Management and money - and the fine margin between stability and decline [or worse - administration / bankruptcy?!].
Derby are an example of where we could be, or any other club: overstepping the mark, being reckless with salaries and spending - then flogging off the silverware to try and prevent debts piling up against the dressing - room door!
Apart from the usual vocal minority - who hate us for pointing out the obvious - most Rams fans are like any football fan:
* Loyal to their club.
* Hoping for the best.
* Looking forward to exciting new signings.
* Being entertained with attacking football.
* Winning and aiming for promotion.
* Beating Forest home and away.
Derby Fans arent very pleased that one of their own might cross the Trent and join the Trees:
www.nottinghamforest.news
The 20-year-old has risen through the Derby youth ranks to become a mainstay in the first team. He has 44 appearances to his name, scoring once and claiming three assists.
Buchanan has showcased his versatility during his time with the Rams. He has played the majority of his football at left-back but can also operate as a central defender.
(Photo by Jon Hobley/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
The Mansfield-born performer is out of contract next summer and with Derby in a perilous position off the field, they could be forced into a sale.
Whether or not the club would consider selling the crown jewels to their fierce rivals remains to be seen. Their current predicament, however, could see them left with little choice.
Bucnanan played against Forest in both fixtures last season. He operated in an advanced left-sided role at the City Ground and at left-back during the Pride Park clash.
At this stage, it’s unclear how much Forest have bid, although it seems like the sort of deal where they’ll have to play a waiting game.
Derby County's Lee Buchanan of Derby County controls the ball from Anthony Knockaert of Nottingham Forest
".......asked about the transfer speculation, Rooney said: "None of my players are going anywhere.
Obviously, we haven't got enough players as it is" -
"The way we are trying to play, they are the two most important players on the pitch, so none of my players will be leaving the club this transfer window unless it is to benefit them, whether it is a loan, but that can only happen if we are allowed to bring players in."
In Wayne`s World, he faces a dilemma: with the club skint, under an embargo and a squad thinner than an orange Rizla - its looking "not good" for the coming season.
A check on the trialists suggests they have resorted to looking for pennies down the back of the sofa.
This is a questionaire produced by the Derby Evening Telegraph: [....I know --- its old school, but thats what it used to be callled....]
Rams played Salford, only to come away with a 2-1 defeat.
OK, its only one game - but Derby have stumbled and clattered along with uncertainty and under-achievement with no end in sight.
Its a bit like a generation of how we felt two seasons ago - on the precipice of relegation, looking like we were doomed. But, for Rams fans that feeling has persisted for years and has had a toxic effect on their relationship with their club. We know what it feels like! [But we are the roller coaster - the mighty Boro!].
Here`s some of the reactions from the Derby fans:
Things havent been kind for Derby:
www.derbytelegraph.co.uk
Injured Derby County midfielder Jason Knight will be sidelined for between eight and 12 weeks:
The 20-year-old Republic of Ireland international damaged an ankle in training.
He has missed the Rams two friendly games against Manchester United and Salford City.
Manager Wayne Rooney said: "Jason will be out for eight to 12 weeks.
"He has rocked his ankle, thankfully, he doesn't need surgery but needs the time to make sure he gets his ankle strong again.
"Of course (it is a huge blow), everyone knows what Knighty brings to us, he is a fantastic player, great energy, and he will be a loss, but we have to deal with that."
Our first meeting with the Rams is under a month away:
It will be an "interesting" encounter.
Who knows what will happen between now and then?
We can thank Steve Gibson and Neil Warnock for being prudent and shrewd, bringing in a squad of players with experience, coupled with youth.
I suggest we are in a good position and set for a far better season than last.
Im sure Derby fans will be less focused on the Boro and more concerned about hanging on to their club and remaining in the second tier of English Football.
UP THE MIGHTY BORO!
It is a comment on the perilous state of football - both in terms of Management and money - and the fine margin between stability and decline [or worse - administration / bankruptcy?!].
Derby are an example of where we could be, or any other club: overstepping the mark, being reckless with salaries and spending - then flogging off the silverware to try and prevent debts piling up against the dressing - room door!
Apart from the usual vocal minority - who hate us for pointing out the obvious - most Rams fans are like any football fan:
* Loyal to their club.
* Hoping for the best.
* Looking forward to exciting new signings.
* Being entertained with attacking football.
* Winning and aiming for promotion.
* Beating Forest home and away.
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Derby Fans arent very pleased that one of their own might cross the Trent and join the Trees:
Report: Nottingham Forest eye raid on Derby County for left-back
Nottingham Forest are eyeing an astonishing raid on Derby County to sign England under-21 defender Lee Buchanan, according to The Sun.
The 20-year-old has risen through the Derby youth ranks to become a mainstay in the first team. He has 44 appearances to his name, scoring once and claiming three assists.
Buchanan has showcased his versatility during his time with the Rams. He has played the majority of his football at left-back but can also operate as a central defender.
The Mansfield-born performer is out of contract next summer and with Derby in a perilous position off the field, they could be forced into a sale.
Whether or not the club would consider selling the crown jewels to their fierce rivals remains to be seen. Their current predicament, however, could see them left with little choice.
Bucnanan played against Forest in both fixtures last season. He operated in an advanced left-sided role at the City Ground and at left-back during the Pride Park clash.
At this stage, it’s unclear how much Forest have bid, although it seems like the sort of deal where they’ll have to play a waiting game.
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This Manager took both clubs to incredible heights against all odds.
Brian Clough [R.I.P]
This Manager took both clubs to incredible heights against all odds.
Brian Clough [R.I.P]
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Rooney - is still worried he has more trialists than players on the books for the start of the season:
Wayne Rooney responds to Nottingham Forest and Celtic interest in Derby County full-backs
Derby County's Lee Buchanan of Derby County controls the ball from Anthony Knockaert of Nottingham Forest
".......asked about the transfer speculation, Rooney said: "None of my players are going anywhere.
Obviously, we haven't got enough players as it is" -
"The way we are trying to play, they are the two most important players on the pitch, so none of my players will be leaving the club this transfer window unless it is to benefit them, whether it is a loan, but that can only happen if we are allowed to bring players in."
In Wayne`s World, he faces a dilemma: with the club skint, under an embargo and a squad thinner than an orange Rizla - its looking "not good" for the coming season.
A check on the trialists suggests they have resorted to looking for pennies down the back of the sofa.
This is a questionaire produced by the Derby Evening Telegraph: [....I know --- its old school, but thats what it used to be callled....]
Rams played Salford, only to come away with a 2-1 defeat.
OK, its only one game - but Derby have stumbled and clattered along with uncertainty and under-achievement with no end in sight.
Its a bit like a generation of how we felt two seasons ago - on the precipice of relegation, looking like we were doomed. But, for Rams fans that feeling has persisted for years and has had a toxic effect on their relationship with their club. We know what it feels like! [But we are the roller coaster - the mighty Boro!].
Here`s some of the reactions from the Derby fans:
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Things havent been kind for Derby:
Wayne Rooney confirms huge injury blow to Derby County midfielder
Rooney confirms huge injury blow to Derby County midfielder Knight
The Republic of Irleand international has damaged his ankle and will be out for eight to 12 weeks
www.derbytelegraph.co.uk
Injured Derby County midfielder Jason Knight will be sidelined for between eight and 12 weeks:
The 20-year-old Republic of Ireland international damaged an ankle in training.
He has missed the Rams two friendly games against Manchester United and Salford City.
Manager Wayne Rooney said: "Jason will be out for eight to 12 weeks.
"He has rocked his ankle, thankfully, he doesn't need surgery but needs the time to make sure he gets his ankle strong again.
"Of course (it is a huge blow), everyone knows what Knighty brings to us, he is a fantastic player, great energy, and he will be a loss, but we have to deal with that."
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Our first meeting with the Rams is under a month away:
It will be an "interesting" encounter.
Who knows what will happen between now and then?
We can thank Steve Gibson and Neil Warnock for being prudent and shrewd, bringing in a squad of players with experience, coupled with youth.
I suggest we are in a good position and set for a far better season than last.
Im sure Derby fans will be less focused on the Boro and more concerned about hanging on to their club and remaining in the second tier of English Football.
UP THE MIGHTY BORO!
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