Ozwin Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Would seem a bit weird that they'd film someone looking over Leicester when they should be discussing a contract. I doubt that was Leicester.
flanimal Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Yeah, I thought that might have been stock footage. If the blue building was on the horizon, then we'd know!
maddog Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 The 1000 post mark has been surpassed without any major news since the original news that broke in Ian Cs opening post :laugh: Amazing.
haraven Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Well, clicking on this link after been away from the FT forum for a few days was a surprise. I'd thought someone was having a laugh untill I checked other news site confirming that the dutch legend was actually considering us. Now - I see some are laughing their arses off, the man has not played football since summer 2008. In my opinion this would definately give us some media attention, he is still a big star, and if he is 70% of what he was in his last year of professional fooball is he more than good enough for Championship football. The man epitomizes what NP wants, a real die hard fighting midfield. Is he fit? Can he still pass the ball? Is he injury prone? I have no idea, but I like this idea - can't help it. On a more grown up and "professional" fan point of view - a character of Edgar Davids rep would bring bags of experience to our younger players. He would be a good mentor. (I hope). So now I am going to sit back and see if I still can be surprised in October ... I thought surprises were reserved for summer and January when it came to transfers.
thybluefox Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 This will definitely make him sign up. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=160166518381
Jimothy Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Just realised I read all these posts and not posted myself yet. Plus this thread has slipped to fifth, should be constantly top.
Far Post Gerry Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Everyone else seems to have had their say, so I'll chuck me tuppence in, for what it's worth... Why not sign him? MM does the books, so if he thinks we can afford his wages, so be it. I can just see Davids sitting in midfield, breaking up attacks, turning away sublimely and spreading it wide to Dyer, Gally and Dany. Isn't that what we need - a bit of quality and vision? Get him in. What's the worst that could happen??
Guest Mee-9 Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Everyone else seems to have had their say, so I'll chuck me tuppence in, for what it's worth...Why not sign him? MM does the books, so if he thinks we can afford his wages, so be it. I can just see Davids sitting in midfield, breaking up attacks, turning away sublimely and spreading it wide to Dyer, Gally and Dany. Isn't that what we need - a bit of quality and vision? Get him in. What's the worst that could happen?? Could waste 1 million over the course of a one year contract. Possibly more.
jonthefox Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Everyone else seems to have had their say, so I'll chuck me tuppence in, for what it's worth...Why not sign him? MM does the books, so if he thinks we can afford his wages, so be it. I can just see Davids sitting in midfield, breaking up attacks, turning away sublimely and spreading it wide to Dyer, Gally and Dany. Isn't that what we need - a bit of quality and vision? Get him in. What's the worst that could happen?? we could all sport orange glasses and dreads and end up looking like koontz.
Shane Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 DAVIDS SIGNS! EDGAR FOOKING DAVIDS SIGNS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Edgar Davids, who has been in constant talks with Leicester City and other various clubs finally comes to an end as he signs for championship club Leicester City. Nigel Pearson, who confirmed the club was in talks with the former Holland international said he is very happy such a huge star has come to the club. Pearson said: "Its great to have someone such as Edgar Davids at the club. His word class attributes, his experience and his overall talent will allow other players to learn off him and he will bring a different class to the club and also to the division Edgar is a hard working, aggressive sort of player and after already seeing him in action this morning with the players, its no wonder he was known as the pitbull and hes definately the sort of player we need to help us push for promotion."The 36 year old, who has 65 caps for his country, has played for Ajax, Milan, Juventus, Barcelona, Internazionale and Tottenham and is available on a free transfer after his second spell at Ajax came to an end in the summer of 2008. There was speculation that Davids was keen on a return to England after having a 18 month spell with Tottenham. It is thought that Hull, Portsmouth & Leicester were all linked with him, but only the latter shown any real interest and Davids is delighted to of finally moved to Leicester. Davids said: "Its a great city, and a great club with high expectations and i'll do whatever it takes to get Leicester back into the premiership, where they belong. People will say ive came here for the money, but ive come here because i love my sport and i love football, and when Leicester came in, I couldnt say no." Milan Mandaric the chairman of Leicester City is very happy to of finally clinched the signing of Edgar, he said: "I am delighted for the club, the fans, and also Nigel to finally of secured such a symbolic signing. The fans have questioned Davids ability at his age, and also his fitness but i trust Nigel and im sure Edgar will fit into the team perfectly and Nigel had complete control with this signing, and said to me that he wanted to sign Edgar and i couldnt say no." Edgar Davids who wears his famous goggles to protect his eye sockets after surgery on them for glaucoma. The chairman of Leicester City Football Club, Milan Manderic also confirmed replica goggles & also hair wigs will be sold at the clubs megastore, and also the goggles and hair wigs will be half price for Leicester's next home game, in which Davids should be fit for and make his debut however it is doubtfull he will be included in Leicesters match against Reading on Monday. Link here
Far Post Gerry Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Could waste 1 million over the course of a one year contract. Possibly more. It's a gamble though, ain't it? We've wasted way more on much shabbier players in the past. Spin the wheel, chuck the dice... he could be the difference between 8th and 2nd. Can't see any other player on our radar doing that.
Far Post Gerry Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 DAVIDS SIGNS! EDGAR FOOKING DAVIDS SIGNS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Spin that wheel... get in! Link here
DB11 Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 What was that huge thread we had in transfer talk?? Then the guy went and signed for Wolves was it?? Freddy Eastwood?? Nahh he as never linked with us..... hmm it was definitely someone though!! I suppose this is likely to be it - hardly a proper thread though! That thread never has been in transfer talk. The "I'm Going to Slit my Wrists Now Davids has joined West Brom" thread will become the biggest. Simon Cox!! That was it.
FOX_TROT_07 Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Edgar Davids is intrigued by an offer made to him by Leicester, says the midfielder's agent. The Foxes revealed earlier this week that they are planning a sensational swoop for the veteran Dutchman. Club owner Milan Mandaric has assured the club's supporters that wages will not be an issue and he is optimistic of landing the 36-year-old. Davids is currently weighing up a number of offers, but his agent has confirmed that the approach from Leicester has caught his eye. "He has several options but Leicester is very interesting for him. There will be a decision this weekend," said Robert Geerlings. Former Holland international Davids is an iconic figure in world football, with his distinguished career taking him to some of the biggest clubs on the planet. He made a name for himself with Dutch giants Ajax and has since turned out for the likes of AC Milan, Juventus, Barcelona and Inter Milan. He enjoyed a brief two-year spell in England with Tottenham between 2005 and 2007, before returning to his roots at Ajax. Davids has been without a club since being released by the Amsterdam-based outfit in the summer of 2008. http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,11688_5649645,00.html
flanimal Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 I really don't understand what the appeal of Leicester City would be to a player like Edgar Davids. Even if he didn't play, though, he'd be great to have at the club. The guy is inspirational with his skills, ethic and everything he's achieved. Even watching that "how to be a midfielder" video on YouTube, it's obvious he's an intelligent guy who understands how to get the best out of people.
Legend_in_blue Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 We're not going to hear anything until "a press conference" on Tuesday morning at the earliest. Should it happen.
Legend_in_blue Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 There's nothing better than stating the obvious. May as well make this the longest thread in all of Foxestalk.
Legend_in_blue Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Davids set to make decisionEdgar Davids' agent Robert Geerlings has revealed the Dutch legend will make a decision this weekend about whether to join Championship side Leicester.Nigel Pearson revealed earlier this week the Foxes are planning a sensational swoop for the midfielder. Geerlings told Voetbalcentraal: "He has several options, but Leicester is very interesting for him. There will be a decision this weekend." Source - teletext. If he has lots of options, why is it only we get mentioned? Nobody else in English football is linked to him. Perhaps a surf of the dutch, spanish, french and italian football sites is in order.
flanimal Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 There's nothing better than stating the obvious.May as well make this the longest thread in all of Foxestalk. I'm on it, Legend.
dandannieldanok Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 I really don't understand what the appeal of Leicester City would be to a player like Edgar Davids. I really don't understand what the appeal of Edgar Davids would be to a club like Leicester City.
DJ Barry Hammond Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Source - teletext. If he has lots of options, why is it only we get mentioned? Nobody else in English football is linked to him. Perhaps a surf of the dutch, spanish, french and italian football sites is in order. Because he has the option to; Join us, Not join us, Ask for more money, Ask for even more money, Ask for even more money and still not join us, Get a new agent, as surely he can do better than Leicester? Go shopping in Morrisons the list is endless!
Samilktray Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 Gosh its exciting being linked with someone interesting.
davieG Posted 24 October 2009 Posted 24 October 2009 I really don't understand what the appeal of Leicester City would be to a player like Edgar Davids.Even if he didn't play, though, he'd be great to have at the club. The guy is inspirational with his skills, ethic and everything he's achieved. Even watching that "how to be a midfielder" video on YouTube, it's obvious he's an intelligent guy who understands how to get the best out of people. More of these £ than anyone else is offering - he just needs to decide whether slumming it at LCFC is worth the extra £s
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