[Archived] Tuncay Sunli

[HemelRover]

So, theres been talk on this board over the last few days from some members that Boro's Tuncay is the creative central player our midfield needs.

Now, i agree he is a quality player but I fail to see where he fits in in Sams 4-4-2 system.

Whenever ive seen him play hes been as a second striker or out wide in a 4-3-3 or winger on a 4-4-2.

Taken from Middlesborough official page -

"Tuncay can play on either wing, as a support striker or up front on his own."

Taken from Wikipedia -

"He plays either as striker or as an attacking midfielder and winger, and can play wide left or right."

So, for those saying he would be the signing they want. Where would he fit in?

[Stuart]

Wish you hadn't done that HR. I thought for a second when clicking into this topic that he was signing!

[DeadlyDirk]

Jack of all trades, master of none.

Good player, would be a good luxury to have but I don't think he's the sort of player we need. Couldn't really play CM in a 4 man midfield and don't think as a striking option he's any better than say Kalinic or McCarthy, I guess if we could offload Roberts it would be an option and it would certainly be handy for when Di Santo goes.

For now though I just don't see how he would be an automatic pick in the team and whatever budget we have needs to be spent on someone that can play in the heart of the midfield 40 odd times a season.

It's not that I don't rate him, as I said he is a good player but I'm still not sure of his best position, talented but don't think we can afford that sort of luxury in our current system unless we adapt it.

[T4E]

Wish you hadn't done that HR. I thought for a second when clicking into this topic that he was signing!

Ditto! Not cool.

[Big Fat Sam]

Its simple unless we change our system we don't need him. We need a passing central midfielder and Tuncay plays to far up the pitch for this role.

If you want a Tugay replacement Nuri Sahin, whats he doing these days?

EDIT: What on earth made people think we'd signed him?

[Stuart]

Its simple unless we change our system we don't need him. We need a passing central midfielder and Tuncay plays to far up the pitch for this role.

If you want a Tugay replacement Nuri Sahin, whats he doing these days?

EDIT: What on earth made people think we'd signed him?

What with all the Warnock stuff going off, I for one would be expecting a replacement signing. Then there's the sudden appearance of a topic with the name of someone who isn't at Rovers. Plus the fact that Rovers are known for bringing in big signings under the radar.

2 + 2 = 5 and all that but raised the hopes momentarily.

[HemelRover]

Sorry to raise peoples hopes but I just wanted to know if there was something about Tuncay that others could see that I couldnt.

[RibbleValleyRover]

Good player, would be a good luxury to have but I don't think he's the sort of player we need. Couldn't really play CM in a 4 man midfield and don't think as a striking option he's any better than say Kalinic or McCarthy, I guess if we could offload Roberts it would be an option and it would certainly be handy for when Di Santo goes.

Nail on head imo, have enough strikers as it is and cannot see him fitting in a 4-4-2 system.

[Stuart]

Nail on head imo, have enough strikers as it is and cannot see him fitting in a 4-4-2 system.

We have enough strikers... providing we can replace Di Santo in January.

[The Prof.]

We have enough strikers... providing we can replace Di Santo in January.

I would like us to sign someone I have heard of for once. Attacking midfielder!

[roversnick]

didn't tuncay go out on loan to a turkish side just before the start of the season or did i imagine that???

[Stuart]

I would like us to sign someone I have heard of for once. Attacking midfielder!

My post was in response to us having enough strikers with the emphasis on us replacing Di Santo.

I think Tuncay would be a good acquisition as a striker playing off a front two - or as a striker in a two. But I think we need a bit more creativity. Someone who can pick a pass and spray balls left and right. I'm not sure Tuncay is that man.

[Amo]

didn't tuncay go out on loan to a turkish side just before the start of the season or did i imagine that???

Nope, he's still at Boro. And scored at the weekend, if I'm right.

[DeadlyDirk]

Nope, he's still at Boro. And scored at the weekend, if I'm right.

Yep still there, been on the bench most of the time but came on and scored yesterday.

[roversnick]

my bad, must have dreamed it up then

in that case, sign him up big sam!!!

[mhead]

Attacking midfielder and scores goals. Name almost like Tugay. WOW!

Sign him up quick Sam ....and change the %age style (before we have to start 'siege' football again at the home games)

[Clitherover]

Wouldn't need to change an old chant either...

'Tuncay.. you are my Turkish delight'.

[herbergeehh]

We have enough strikers... providing we can replace Di Santo in January.

What? Is he out for that long? Replacing Benni seems more likely these days.

[booth]

Yep, there's been reports of getting rid of Benni in this mornings press. Ajax apparently interested.

[CrazyIvan]

What? Is he out for that long? Replacing Benni seems more likely these days.

Di Santo is on loan until January only.

[herbergeehh]

Whoah, I didn't know that.. Think I'll just take a break and try to relax now, this is getting too depressing.

An extension in January then, with Chelsea banging in goals and Di Santo playing regularly for us. Here's hoping!

[Inta Beaver]

I can't believe Stoke have completed the the signing of Tuncay according to SSN! I thought he would go to a top 6 side, I wish we had gone for him.

[den]

I can't believe Stoke have completed the the signing of Tuncay according to SSN! I thought he would go to a top 6 side, I wish we had gone for him.

Good player, but like a lot of other talented players, it's a matter of fitting him into your side.

[LeChuck]

Beattie and Tuncay looks a pretty tasty combination. Huth will relish the set pieces at Stoke as well, if they can keep him fit.