[Archived] Jordan Rhodes

[lraC]

It's obviously no guaranteed that he is going there, but the Odds for a Jordan Rhodes move are on Bet Victor. Wigan are favourites ate 2/1.

[rovers11]

Maybe thats what Huddersfield fans thought.

Not only that but you must have noticed that all we are doing at present is reducing our wage bill.

We are trying to reduce our wage bill. However, that's not because we are skint, it's because we have incredibly high earners who are well past their best and offer nothing to the team. You don't want to have high earners who are nowhere near the 1st team.

Huddersfield fans did think the same about us but no disrespect to Huddersfield but rovers is a step up from hudds. Rovers to Wigan is not really a step up imo. They are a similar sized club and altho they have a better squad than us this season, they will be in the same position as us next season if they don't get promoted - they'll have to shift most of their high earners.

[martonrover]

You seriously think he posted on here just for the philanthropic hell of it?

He definitely got info from people on here, just not always on the forums (but via PM). It's was a two-way street. He used to supply info (scoops - ha!) which were, more often than not already "guessed" earlier in the evening and he just added some filler. I'm not denying he had also contacts within the club (mainly in the Ince-era and closely toed the line during Kean's tenure) and occasionally he was bang on the money, but to suggest that he didn't use this mb for his own ends, is just plain naive. I'm sure he will have one eye on this messageboard even now. He'd be daft not to. I expect he has aliases on most of the supporter mbs of the all North West clubs (and beyond).

He did have his moments where he showed his human side - particularly trying to peddle his daughter's designer handbags but I'm glad he's gone to be honest. He really divided the messageboard into a pro-Nicko and anti-Nicko split to the point it became ugly. He didn't like being called out on any contradictions and in the end, took his ball home and set up shop on Twitter.

He had some nice things to say about Jack Walker too but at the end of the day it's his job to create speculation and he did it very well. Let's not pretend that he is any kind of football humanitarian though. You don't get anywhere in his business without being a hardened cynic.

I expected a backlash to my comments as they go against the grain on here, and I don't wish to become embroiled in an un necessary argument, ( there's plenty of those on here these days as it is).

I stand by what I said and some of your remarks perfectly illustrate the point I was making.

Alan Nixon had been reporting on Rovers, (amongst other clubs), long before he started making regular appearances on here and way before the Ince era.

Naive is a good word to describe some of the paranoid ramblings I've read on here about him.

For people to say he has an anti Rovers agenda is way over the top. Whenever I've heard Alan speak about Rovers there is no evidence of that whatsoever.

I also disagree the message board is better off without him ( see remarks re bickering ) and no one was forced to read his thread.

It's no coincidence that Alan and Andy Cryer, two journalists who've been very close to Rovers, both now have a slightly cynical view of the Club in it's present state and this is reflected in what they say on twitter.

I guess it's a bit like a family - we can slate what's going on but it's harder to hear from outsiders.

[Stuart]

no one was forced to read his thread.

In one sentence (one word even) you've summed up the problem with Nicko and the Nickoteens.

[rhodie]

I think they thought there would be a barrage of bids for him from premier league teams, and now nobody has shown any interest Shelfman is hawking him about now. Totally out of character for them to spend 8m....I reckon they were promised a big profit on him after a season and now it's not happening, even with a big goal tally last season, they want him off the wage bill quick style....even if its to another championship club for the same money. Not sure what old Rhodesy will think of that though.

Sorry I`m trying not to be offensive but that is complete drivel, plucked from the realms of fantasy, re read what you have written, then go and sit in the corner for 5 minutes and have a good think about how idiotic the statement you have made sounds.

[Atomicrover]

It's no coincidence that Alan and Andy Cryer, two journalists who've been very close to Rovers, both now have a slightly cynical view of the Club in it's present state and this is reflected in what they say on twitter.

I'm cynical about the ownership of the Club too but if I had previously professed any kind of attachment or feeling for the Club, I wouldn't start or support news or rumours which we're inflammatory to the fans who populate this site or try to stir up some kind of interest from other clubs towards players whom it is known are crucial to Rovers prospects

[K-Hod]

If people are taking the word of a man that said the Venky's were giving us a £50 million warchest as gospel, then you need to give your head a wobble.

[Parsonblue]

To be fair to the lad i was at the Barnsley game and he playd the lone striker role perfectly everytime the ball was played down the channels and to feet only time he lost out was when the ball was pumped forward in the air which to be honest wasnt many times at all

To be fair I think even John O'Mara could have played that role against Barnsley - their defence was that poor.

[Clitherover]

Nixon is a wally of the highest order, can't believe he still has sympathizers on here...

[darrenrover]

It's obviously no guaranteed that he is going there, but the Odds for a Jordan Rhodes move are on Bet Victor. Wigan are favourites ate 2/1.

Unfortunately, I'd take the 2-1 I'm sad to say!

[Mercer]

Nixon is a wally of the highest order, can't believe he still has sympathizers on here...

Nicko has forgotten more than the likes of Kamy, Mullan, Bayes, Flanagan, Cryer etc have ever known.

I think his finger is on the pulse and he has the b @ l l s to be straight up. Answers the questions the supporters want answering, unlike some !

Ok, think he lost his way a bit in the 'dark' days, and some credibility, but think he's back on track now.

[tomphil]

I expected a backlash to my comments as they go against the grain on here, and I don't wish to become embroiled in an un necessary argument, ( there's plenty of those on here these days as it is).

I stand by what I said and some of your remarks perfectly illustrate the point I was making.

Alan Nixon had been reporting on Rovers, (amongst other clubs), long before he started making regular appearances on here and way before the Ince era.

Naive is a good word to describe some of the paranoid ramblings I've read on here about hi

For people to say he has an anti Rovers agenda is way over the top. Whenever I've heard Alan speak about Rovers there is no evidence of that whatsoever.

I also disagree the message board is better off without him ( see remarks re bickering ) and no one was forced to read his thread.

It's no coincidence that Alan and Andy Cryer, two journalists who've been very close to Rovers, both now have a slightly cynical view of the Club in it's present state and this is reflected in what they say on twitter.

I guess it's a bit like a family - we can slate what's going on but it's harder to hear from outsiders.

He does come across as a kean stirrer towards Rovers these days and he's doin his best to try and sell Rhodes to one of his buddies teams. He loves to play the pied piper on twitter and if you mildly disagree with him then he blocks you the mard arse.

[briansol]

Unfortunately, I'd take the 2-1 I'm sad to say!

What is it with people on this board? Nobody able to think rational?

Bowyer has been given assurances that Rhodes isn't going to be sold, but we all know that a large bid will change that (10 mill+).

But for people to think that Wigan or Bolton to stump up that kind of money is ridiculous! Wigan would have to beat their own transfer record, and that after a relegation. Even Nixon seems to have given up his Bolton fantasy about wee Eddie or whatever it name is, suddenly having a spending attack. In addition that got to match the best wage in the league for a sideways move for Rhodes.

[K-Hod]

Nicko has forgotten more than the likes of Kamy, Mullan, Bayes, Flanagan, Cryer etc have ever known.

I think his finger is on the pulse and he has the b @ l l s to be straight up. Answers the questions the supporters want answering.

Ok, think he lost his way a bit in the 'dark' days but think he's back on track now.

Don´t be daft.

He hates Rovers, and the fans, and was happy to hang the fans out to dry whilst praising Kean and being highly impressed by his press conference talk. He´s a pariah at best.

[Sparky Marky]

Sorry I`m trying not to be offensive but that is complete drivel, plucked from the realms of fantasy, re read what you have written, then go and sit in the corner for 5 minutes and have a good think about how idiotic the statement you have made sounds.

It is kind of offensive really, my opinion, you are entitled to yours and I don't go around slagging you off.

I firmly believe old Shebster sold the idea to venkys to part with 8m that they would get back a profit.

[Mercer]

Don´t be daft.

He hates Rovers, and the fans, and was happy to hang the fans out to dry whilst praising Kean and being highly impressed by his press conference talk. He´s a pariah at best.

It's all about opinions.

Yes, as I said, he lost his way a bit back in those 'dark' days but over last couple of months or so, has been spot on where Rovers concerned.

Actually, don't think he does hate Rovers from what I've seen and heard.

[SoldierMo]

Don´t be daft.

He hates Rovers, and the fans, and was happy to hang the fans out to dry whilst praising Kean and being highly impressed by his press conference talk. He´s a pariah at best.

Expect Mercerman to like him sometimes its like you talking to the same person with the Coyley, Uncle Eddie and wee Dougie comments

[tomphil]

Unless they really desparetly need the coin and Wigan bid enough then they would be crazy to sell Rhodes. Ironicaly no Venkys present when we actually win but just seeing the difference he makes on Saturday should be enough to make them keep him at all costs. Just seeing those 2 class finishes to put daylight between us and Barnsley and his all round popularity with the fans. He's vital to this club at the min.

Expect Mercerman to like him sometimes its like you talking to the same person with the Coyley, Uncle Eddie and wee Dougie comments

Im begining to think Nicko and Mercer are one and the same

[Mercer]

Expect Mercerman to like him sometimes its like you talking to the same person with the Coyley, Uncle Eddie and wee Dougie comments

Look, I find the bloke to be quite affable but, moreover, respect his 'investigative' journalism through his vast array of contacts. Yes, he can be a hard bitten 'hack' at times but I think he knows his stuff.

[chaddyrovers]

My understanding is that Wigan are interested in signing Rhodes, they are hoping to sell McCarthy for £10 million plus and use that money to bid for Rhodes. However, according Rhodes representatives he is not really interested in moving to another Championship club. Obviously if Rovers accepted a bid then he would have to think about it but he won't push for a move to another Championship club.

So basically it is down to Rovers, IF Wigan put in a bid and Rovers reject it then that is the end of it as Rhodes won't push for a move. However if we accept whatever bid they submit then it would give Rhodes a decision to make.

Thanks Kamy for this update.

This back up what Glen Mullan said on Saturday.

I think Rhodes is happy at Rovers and would only leave if Rovers accept a bid for him which I don't think we will.

The difference from 12 months ago is that Rhodes would have been receiving a massive wage hike to move to here to Huddersfield. I can't see Whelan being willing to stump up anything like what he's on here in terms of wages but if he were Rhodes would be moving for the same money at best.

Wigan are going to pay Rhodes 40k a week wages? I don't think so.

To be fair to the lad i was at the Barnsley game and he playd the lone striker role perfectly everytime the ball was played down the channels and to feet only time he lost out was when the ball was pumped forward in the air which to be honest wasnt many times at all

totally agree. Think he was a lot better in his hold up play and got more involved and he seems to back to the Rhodes from last season.

It's obviously no guaranteed that he is going there, but the Odds for a Jordan Rhodes move are on Bet Victor. Wigan are favourites ate 2/1.

Odds are decided by People betting on the odds.

I cant believe Rovers fans are betting on us selling Rhodes. very sad to see

Nicko has forgotten more than the likes of Kamy, Mullan, Bayes, Flanagan, Cryer etc have ever known.

I think his finger is on the pulse and he has the b @ l l s to be straight up. Answers the questions the supporters want answering, unlike some !

Ok, think he lost his way a bit in the 'dark' days, and some credibility, but think he's back on track now.

I see to remember that it was Kamy and Mullan who was first on to the Rhodes transfer when Nixon said no interest from Rovers. Didn't Rovers sign Rhodes. Oh YES we did.

[Mercer]

Unless they really desparetly need the coin and Wigan bid enough then they would be crazy to sell Rhodes. Ironicaly no Venkys present when we actually win but just seeing the difference he makes on Saturday should be enough to make them keep him at all costs. Just seeing those 2 class finishes to put daylight between us and Barnsley and his all round popularity with the fans. He's vital to this club at the min.

Im begining to think Nicko and Mercer are one and the same

Completely wrong.

[Stuart]

Nicko has forgotten more than the likes of Kamy, Mullan, Bayes, Flanagan, Cryer etc have ever known.

I think his finger is on the pulse and he has the b @ l l s to be straight up. Answers the questions the supporters want answering, unlike some !

Ok, think he lost his way a bit in the 'dark' days, and some credibility, but think he's back on track now.

I didn't really believe it until just now but you are Nixon, aren't you? When did you get the new IP address?

But if your balls are so big, why do you block anyone who calls you out on Twitter?

Btw, the clouds may be a slightly paler shade of grey but the days aren't much lighter yet.

[Mercer]

I see to remember that it was Kamy and Mullan who was first on to the Rhodes transfer when Nixon said no interest from Rovers. Didn't Rovers sign Rhodes. Oh YES we did.

Chaddy, think if you look back, you will find that I was the first to post that the Rhodes deal was done several hours before anyone, including Cryer, even had a whiff.

Leaving that aside, If Nicko talks cr@p, why do you keep pumping him on Twitter for info ?

[Stuart]

Chaddy, think if you look back, you will find that I was the first to post that the Rhodes deal was done several hours before anyone, including Cryer, even had a whiff.

Leaving that aside, If Nicko talks cr@p, why do you keep pumping him on Twitter for info ?

So he's going to Bolton then? I thought Wigan were odds on. C'mon Nickoman, play fair.

[Mercer]

I didn't really believe it until just now but you are Nixon, aren't you?

Just answered that.

I am not Nicko.

Think I've proven that time and time again with my knowledge of Rovers in 60's/70's as Rev has said.