Pricey Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Not a huge fan of him but he'll probably turn out to be a good signing. Would've preferred more of a target man, but I suppose we've done well to get him as we've seen how difficult it is to attract better known strikers.
Lester LXXIV Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 I'm very pleased with this signing, my mate's an Argyle fan and apparently he looked quality for them!
Babylon Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 I'll take that. Indeed, always been quite impressed with him when I've seen him play.
Suffolk_fox Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 It says on the link, forgot who posted it that he scored 8 goals in 74 appearances for blackburn? Not sure what position he played for Blackburn and what his service was like - he only made a couple of starts! I think the fact he scored 13 for Plymouth shows what he can do - hopefully with better service from our midfield, he could do even better here!
Munzie Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 What's going on with our club? We solve our immediate striking crisis, change our goal celebration music, and send out our youngsters to get some match experience all in one morning! Has Mandaric got holiday planned or something?
AjcW Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 What's going on with our club? We solve our immediate striking crisis, change our goal celebration music, and send out our youngsters to get some match experience all in one morning! Has Mandaric got holiday planned or something? He's in Spain with Gordon Brown... Madelsons in charge of the country and Birch is running the club .
blackburnfan Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Okay, ladies and gentlemen, you have just unwittingly been introduced to the mysterious world of the Scottish striker that is Paul Gallagher. The journey is either going to be gloriously successful or the cause of an outbreak of migraines in your community. Gallagher is one of those players who frustrates immensely. He has genuine technical ability (albeit minimal pace and strength) but his application often leaves a lot to be desired. Furthermore, his best - or least bad - position on a pitch is still a quandary. A good comparison, in a way, would be Jason Koumas: so much potential at a very early age, much hype, some stunning goals but all in all, a rather unconvincing career. Let me give you Gally's pros and cons, as I see them: Pro: - Technical ability - very good. Mark Hughes rated him as the best striker of a ball at Rovers a year or two back. He has decent close control, a good first touch, useful crossing ability and can make thunderous and accurate connection with a ball. (Think, in terms of technical ability, David Bentley). - Will score some spectacular long range goals. - Good vision - he will stand out by making some defence splitting passes. - Has played a number of positions, so he can be described as versatile. So far, he has played striker, right midfield, left midfield (at Stoke under that Belgian (?) manager that was crap) and central midfield. He is right footed. Cons: - Lacking in pace and strength (think of a cross between Teddy Sheringham and Jon Stead). - Highly inconsistent. - Moody. - Will waste possession with hapless attempts at fancy tricks Conclusion Rovers fans have long waited for Gallagher to marry his ability with attitude and commence a stellar career. It never happened and we're all fed up of waiting. So, frankly, we're glad he's gone and we've got a bit of money for him. However, if Nigel Pearson can discipline and motivate Gallagher, I think he will be a player who can help you get out of that league. But - whether he can take you any further is very doubtful, imo. Anyway, he'll be the source of some classy moments, so I guess you've got to enjoy those gems and try to forget about the times that he'll play like a dehydrated Lee Trundle. We were all sniggering when you signed Bruno Berner and that turned out alright. So have hope!
Craig Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Our striking options (when all are fit) are quite tasty now. Fryatt, Howard, Gallagher, Waghorn, Kermit (Possibly). Certainly going to mean a lot of competition up top, something we haven't seriously had for a few years now.
Jon the Hat Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Our striking options (when all are fit) are quite tasty now.Fryatt, Howard, Gallagher, Waghorn, Kermit (Possibly). Certainly going to mean a lot of competition up top, something we haven't seriously had for a few years now. And we won't have spent millions on anyone to get there either
AjcW Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Okay, ladies and gentlemen, you have just unwittingly been introduced to the mysterious world of the Scottish striker that is Paul Gallagher. The journey is either going to be gloriously successful or the cause of an outbreak of migraines in your community.Gallagher is one of those players who frustrates immensely. He has genuine technical ability (albeit minimal pace and strength) but his application often leaves a lot to be desired. Furthermore, his best - or least bad - position on a pitch is still a quandary. A good comparison, in a way, would be Jason Koumas: so much potential at a very early age, much hype, some stunning goals but all in all, a rather unconvincing career. Let me give you Gally's pros and cons, as I see them: Pro: - Technical ability - very good. Mark Hughes rated him as the best striker of a ball at Rovers a year or two back. He has decent close control, a good first touch, useful crossing ability and can make thunderous and accurate connection with a ball. (Think, in terms of technical ability, David Bentley). - Will score some spectacular long range goals. - Good vision - he will stand out by making some defence splitting passes. - Has played a number of positions, so he can be described as versatile. So far, he has played striker, right midfield, left midfield (at Stoke under that Belgian (?) manager that was crap) and central midfield. He is right footed. Cons: - Lacking in pace and strength (think of a cross between Teddy Sheringham and Jon Stead). - Highly inconsistent. - Moody. Conclusion Rovers fans have long waited for Gallagher to marry his ability with attitude and commence a stellar career. It never happened and we're all fed up of waiting. So, frankly, we're glad he's gone and we've got a bit of money for him. However, if Nigel Pearson can discipline and motivate Gallagher, I think he will be a player who can help you get out of that league. But - whether he can take you any further is very doubtful, imo. Anyway, he'll be the source of some classy moments, so I guess you've got to enjoy those gems and try to forget about the times that he'll play like a dehydrated Lee Trundle. We were all sniggering when you signed Bruno Berner and that turned out alright. So have hope! :sweating: Sorry ive got a touch of the maddogs.
northern fox Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 all i am gonna say quality striker and well done Green Army for actually providing some genuine information on gallagher signing 2 days ago its nice that all the crap rumours that actually go on Transfer news board there is some truth out there
Zingari Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 sam allardyce said "Rather than be a squad player here, he wants to go and play some football" i like that attitude
MikeyT Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Okay, ladies and gentlemen, you have just unwittingly been introduced to the mysterious world of the Scottish striker that is Paul Gallagher. The journey is either going to be gloriously successful or the cause of an outbreak of migraines in your community.Gallagher is one of those players who frustrates immensely. He has genuine technical ability (albeit minimal pace and strength) but his application often leaves a lot to be desired. Furthermore, his best - or least bad - position on a pitch is still a quandary. A good comparison, in a way, would be Jason Koumas: so much potential at a very early age, much hype, some stunning goals but all in all, a rather unconvincing career. Let me give you Gally's pros and cons, as I see them: Pro: - Technical ability - very good. Mark Hughes rated him as the best striker of a ball at Rovers a year or two back. He has decent close control, a good first touch, useful crossing ability and can make thunderous and accurate connection with a ball. (Think, in terms of technical ability, David Bentley). - Will score some spectacular long range goals. - Good vision - he will stand out by making some defence splitting passes. - Has played a number of positions, so he can be described as versatile. So far, he has played striker, right midfield, left midfield (at Stoke under that Belgian (?) manager that was crap) and central midfield. He is right footed. Cons: - Lacking in pace and strength (think of a cross between Teddy Sheringham and Jon Stead). - Highly inconsistent. - Moody. - Will waste possession with hapless attempts at fancy tricks Conclusion Rovers fans have long waited for Gallagher to marry his ability with attitude and commence a stellar career. It never happened and we're all fed up of waiting. So, frankly, we're glad he's gone and we've got a bit of money for him. However, if Nigel Pearson can discipline and motivate Gallagher, I think he will be a player who can help you get out of that league. But - whether he can take you any further is very doubtful, imo. Anyway, he'll be the source of some classy moments, so I guess you've got to enjoy those gems and try to forget about the times that he'll play like a dehydrated Lee Trundle. We were all sniggering when you signed Bruno Berner and that turned out alright. So have hope! Thanks for all the info. Guess we'll see how he settles in here and if your pro's and con's are right. Cheers.
Simo86 Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Good signing, can also play wide right. 13 goals for Plymouth isn't bad saying how poor a side they are. Hopefully he can score a few for us if he is given the right kind of service.
DanTheFox07 Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Pleased with this signing, I Think this guy has ability and obviously does offer something different otherwise pearson wouldn`t have signed him. Welcome to the club Paul!
maddog Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Decent. Not really 'prolific' though. Hardly a natural goalscorer. Compared to Fryatt he's more than a natural goalscorer.
DanTheFox07 Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Anybody know a rough cost? They were saying about 1million, but i reckon it will probably more like £850,000-900,000
MC Prussian Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Anybody know a rough cost? In between £800k and £1.5m, I reckon.
Braunyfox Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 - Will waste possession with hapless attempts at fancy tricks Excellent signing, The guy definately has ability and I for one go to watch Football to be entertained and if he wants to try a few fancy tricks - then good on you matey
leicesterseddon Posted 21 August 2009 Posted 21 August 2009 Can't see us spending more than £1 million in a lump sum. Can't see us spending more than that on another player anyway tbh. Probably something like £600k plus add-ons...
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