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David Nugent - Signed (BANG!)

By chrisfox, in Leicester City Forum

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JmorsonLCFC

JmorsonLCFC

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Of all the multitude of strikers we've been linked with, Nugent is the one who excites me the least...at least since the Marlon King rumour thankfully died an early death.

OK, the bloke is decent in the air and half-decent on the ball, but he's certainly not a prolific goalscorer - or someone who'll fit in well with a flexible, passing, fast moving side, which I assume Sven is trying to build.

I suspect that in a few years time, history will tell that the peak of Nugent's career was a few years ago, when he did quite well for an over-achieving Preston side in the Championship. People will think the idea of him having been an England international as bizarre as Carlton Palmer, Paul Goddard etc.

Now, Mackail-Smith and Jong Tae-Se running defences ragged, with the likes of Gallagher, King, Danns, Vassell etc. using the space...that does excite me. £3m for CMS is a better deal than £0 for Nugent, IMHO!

well we could have both for the same price as one but still no?

1994fox

1994fox

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Of all the multitude of strikers we've been linked with, Nugent is the one who excites me the least...at least since the Marlon King rumour thankfully died an early death.

OK, the bloke is decent in the air and half-decent on the ball, but he's certainly not a prolific goalscorer - or someone who'll fit in well with a flexible, passing, fast moving side, which I assume Sven is trying to build.

I suspect that in a few years time, history will tell that the peak of Nugent's career was a few years ago, when he did quite well for an over-achieving Preston side in the Championship. People will think the idea of him having been an England international as bizarre as Carlton Palmer, Paul Goddard etc.

Now, Mackail-Smith and Jong Tae-Se running defences ragged, with the likes of Gallagher, King, Danns, Vassell etc. using the space...that does excite me. £3m for CMS is a better deal than £0 for Nugent, IMHO!

The thing is, we have neither Korean guy nor CMS. Nugent for free seems a tad rosier when you compare him to our current strike force.

Alf Bentley

Alf Bentley

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well we could have both for the same price as one but still no?

Same transfer price, yes, but everything suggests he wants Premier League wages, and I assume the overall budget is not unlimited...and Nugent obviously sees himself as a Premier League player, so would not be happy unless he was playing regularly....and I'm not sure he's Championship promotion standard...

Alf Bentley

Alf Bentley

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The thing is, we have neither Korean guy nor CMS. Nugent for free seems a tad rosier when you compare him to our current strike force.

Nor do we have Nugent, so they are all "potential signings" compared to our current strike force - and Nugent is the worst of the three, in my opinion (you may disagree). Neither Chong nor CMS may end up coming here, but nor may Nugent - he's a free agent who's currently opting not to re-sign for Pompey, having previously failed to agree terms with Burnley after going there on loan, and is yet to sign for us...suggests he's hoping for a Premier League club, maybe?

I reckon Nugent would be a big step back compared to Yakubu & co, when presumably we're hoping to have at least as much threat as last season...

We might get the odd good free signing (e.g. Danns), but will probably have to pay a large fee for at least 1 striker.

1994fox

1994fox

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Nor do we have Nugent, so they are all "potential signings" compared to our current strike force - and Nugent is the worst of the three, in my opinion (you may disagree). Neither Chong nor CMS may end up coming here, but nor may Nugent - he's a free agent who's currently opting not to re-sign for Pompey, having previously failed to agree terms with Burnley after going there on loan, and is yet to sign for us...suggests he's hoping for a Premier League club, maybe?

I reckon Nugent would be a big step back compared to Yakubu & co, when presumably we're hoping to have at least as much threat as last season...

We might get the odd good free signing (e.g. Danns), but will probably have to pay a large fee for at least 1 striker.

I do agree with your main point that we have other options that are better. Nugent isn't a bad option though, especially not for free, and as long as he doesn't demand too high wages (as has been reported) he would certainly fit into our squad. As we need at least two or maybe even 3 strikers, having one that doesn't command a huge fee, like Maynard or CMS, will be quite handy.

The fact he hasn't yet appeared interested in any champ offers is a fair point. I suppose he must be keeping his options open to see what opportunities materialize, who can blame him. The same can be said about Yakubu.

Still im sure 'ole :sge: will have a few more ticks up his sleeve yet!

Jimmy

Jimmy

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Nugent has a goal-scoring average of 0.26 per game (80 goals form 303). Me = Not convinced.

take out the premier league games and its a hell of a lot better

Liamlcfc1

Liamlcfc1

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Looks like Bert is right again

IanStringerBBC Ian Stringer

Well Foxes fans, I reckon tomorrow could see some business at the club. Lots of names, Nugent looks nailed on and hopefully defenders

Clazie

Clazie

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Nugent has a goal-scoring average of 0.26 per game (80 goals form 303). Me = Not convinced.

Good solid centre back. I liked him last season so I'm gonna trust his opinion here and agree.

roblcfc84

roblcfc84

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14 goals last year isn't bad, especially when you consider he wasn't playing through the centre week in week out.

Very good record for Preston. Think this signing could be much stronger than people think. More to being an attacker than goals per game ratio.

nickelbyfox

nickelbyfox

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14 goals last year isn't bad, especially when you consider he wasn't playing through the centre week in week out.

Very good record for Preston. Think this signing could be much stronger than people think. More to being an attacker than goals per game ratio.

Agreed, Also people seem to forget he is still only 26, dont believe he has lost all his ability and with a little confidence back could be amazing at this level! Definitely got some years ahead of him

jonno24

jonno24

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Reliably Informed that this will be comfirmed tomorrow.

Also that we have bid for Ben Mee and Man City have accepted offer.

jonno24

jonno24

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There was originally talk of a double deal for Cunningham and Mee but Doubts over Cunninghams leg scuppered that deal. But it may happen in January.

Not sure if Mee will be unveiled tmoz but have been told this is nailed on.

Also Rommedahl,Mills,SWP,Maynard = No goes

LCFC-Sam

LCFC-Sam

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There was originally talk of a double deal for Cunningham and Mee but Doubts over Cunninghams leg scuppered that deal. But it may happen in January.

Not sure if Mee will be unveiled tmoz but have been told this is nailed on.

Also Rommedahl,Mills,SWP,Maynard = No goes

Any idea how much we bid for Mee?

Babylon

Babylon

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Reliably Informed that this will be comfirmed tomorrow.

Also that we have bid for Ben Mee and Man City have accepted offer.

Hang on how long have we had another insider on here? Is your information usually credible?

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