According to the Burnley Express (and I assume Boden), the Vydra - King swap is still a possibility.

Jason Knight appears to be off to Leeds.

RVclaret wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:42 pm

You clearly haven’t seen Andre Gray recently if you think he has more pace than Vydra. I’d actually say it’s the other way round. It’s a huge NO from me.

You clearly haven’t seen Vydra recently if you think he has pace. I haven’t seen much of Gray I will admit but I’d hazard a guess he’s still got more pace than Vydra.

randomclaret2 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:17 pm

Boden tweeted on Wednesday that King was keen to return to the North West

I’d rather have Bernard from Everton for £9m

Burnley Ace wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:47 pm

I’d rather have Bernard from Everton for £9m

Too lightweight for a Dyche team.

Burnley Ace wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:47 pm

I’d rather have Bernard from Everton for £9m

I wouldn’t, the definition of ‘flatters to deceive.’ His goals and assist record for Everton is pretty poor.

Burnley Ace wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:47 pm

I’d rather have Bernard from Everton for £9m

I think a better buy would be Cenk Tosun from Everton, much more a Dyche type of player.

tiger76 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:43 pm

Hmm! depends on Gray's attitude, just maybe he's got a point to prove after sitting on Watford's bench so much, and he would offer us that much needed pace, don't know what sort of wages Andre's on, but if we could get a swap deal in place it might suit all parties, Vydra isn't going to play regularly under Sean, and Andre would be a better option in my view, purely due to his pace.

When was the last time you say Gray play?

He doesn’t have any pace anymore and that was about the only attribute he had going for him.

RVclaret wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:56 pm

When was the last time you say Gray play?

He doesn’t have any pace anymore and that was about the only attribute he had going for him.

I haven't seen Gray play for a few years, and if he's lost a yard of pace, then I'd probably reconsider my opinion, because that was his one major asset I agree.

If not Gray then we need to find someone with genuine pace, because it's a real problem for us when we attempt to break, as we did several times at Anfield, and then our attack fizzled out.

FactualFrank wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:19 pm

Have you got a link to the rumour/source?

Does it not work like this?

Dyche to Pace: We’ve been tracking Armstrong for the last 12 months and I’d like to sign him.

Pace: Ok, how much do you think Blackburn will let him go for?

Dyche: Might take £12 million. We could offer £8 million and see what the response is from their chairman.

Pace: Ok, I’ll have a word with my investment team and see if we can get a reasonable interest rate on the loan.

Dyche: Ok, thanks boss, there are other teams sniffing round so a quick decision would be appreciated.

Pace: Don’t worry Sean my team don’t mess around, I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

While I have not followed Andre Grey much since he left us, mainly highlights I know I was not overly concerned when he left us... which I think says it all. Came with a lot of baggage and he has not pulled any trees since. I’m not against old players returning, if it was Trips or Ings I’d be delighted, but it is not, I just do not see why it is even being discussed tbh.

I remember seeing Gray at Watford when Hendrick was sent off. A few times he had a head start on Kaboul, their centre back, who caught him up with ease. It seemed as if he was hitting the gym a bit and seemed to have slowed him down.

Gray was great in the Championship because the defenders weren't as quick as him, they are far quicker in the PL so he looked a bang average footballer most of the time, combined with the fact his first touch is atrocious I'd be gutted if we signed him

I remember being shocked when Saints bought Wayne Thomas off us for 1.5 million. Gray was on a similar level.

I liked Gray, but he didn't have great technique and his first touch wasn't the level needed. He was best working the channels with balls to run on to. Difficulty was that elsewhere he wasn't that effective and Prem defences just stopped him being where he wanted. And he slowed up.

Mala591 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 1:16 pm

Does it not work like this?

Dyche to Pace: We’ve been tracking Armstrong for the last 12 months and I’d like to sign him.

Pace: Ok, how much do you think Blackburn will let him go for?

Dyche: Might take £12 million. We could offer £8 million and see what the response is from their chairman.

Pace: Ok, I’ll have a word with my investment team and see if we can get a reasonable interest rate on the loan.

Dyche: Ok, thanks boss, there are other teams sniffing round so a quick decision would be appreciated.

Pace: Don’t worry Sean my team don’t mess around, I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

If we or anybody else could get Armstrong for £12m they'll be doing well, that said he does only have 18 months on his contract, so they might be prepared to do business in the summer, after they've once again failed in reaching the play-offs, I can't help noticing he can also play on the left or right, so this would be an ideal capture, I'll be if it happens however. It would certainly be a statement of intent from the new owners, and it'd be worth it just to see the melt down amongst their supporters.

Wouldn't mind Armstrong, very quick, natural instinctive finisher with probably a bit more finesse than our current crop. Versatile enough to play wide of a 3 if required.
Believe he lives locally, so that will suit some on here that think it's a prerequisite for any prospective signing!!!

https://youtu.be/4wim2QTatmw

Bloody hell, I think I’ve undervalued him at £12 million!

Watch this Sean and Alan

Armstrong reminds me of Danny Ings very quick feet

Mala591 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:17 pm

https://youtu.be/4wim2QTatmw

Bloody hell, I think I’ve undervalued him at £12 million!

Watch this Sean and Alan

True, but let’s still offer £8m first!

Nonayforever wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:55 pm

I think a better buy would be Cenk Tosun from Everton, much more a Dyche type of player.

Giant Donkey!

Mala591 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:17 pm

https://youtu.be/4wim2QTatmw

Bloody hell, I think I’ve undervalued him at £12 million!

Watch this Sean and Alan

Sign him up!.....Very comfortable with either foot and quick, just what we need.

BleedingClaret wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:02 pm

Armstrong reminds me of Danny Ings very quick feet

Yes, he does me too. Looks a real talent. Have we been linked with him?

Steddyman wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:22 pm

Yes, he does me too. Looks a real talent. Have we been linked with him?

No

Grumps wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:43 pm

No

He’s too young, small and fast for us

It’s starting to look like we will be lucky if we get one signing at this rate.

Newcastleclaret93 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:45 pm

It’s starting to look like we will be lucky if we get one signing at this rate.

I think 1 was always going to be a good window. But no harm in being way over-optimistic.

FactualFrank wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:48 pm

I think 1 was always going to be a good window. But no harm in being way over-optimistic.

I wouldn’t exactly call it being “way over optimistic” expecting a few signings this window.

We haven’t made a marquee signing since the 2018-19 season. I think a lot of us expected the new owners to come in and support Dyche.

Taffy on the wing wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:10 pm

Giant Donkey!

That's what I said, Dyche type of player.

Mala591 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:17 pm

https://youtu.be/4wim2QTatmw

Bloody hell, I think I’ve undervalued him at £12 million!

Watch this Sean and Alan

Looks excellent at that level

Newcastleclaret93 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:51 pm

I wouldn’t exactly call it being “way over optimistic” expecting a few signings this window.

We haven’t made a marquee signing since the 2018-19 season. I think a lot of us expected the new owners to come in and support Dyche.

I’ll be surprised if we haven’t made a signing or two by deadline day. New owners will want to make a statement.

He may be fast, skillfull and can score goals, but how does he get back and defend. That's all Dyche will measure his value on

Newcastleclaret93 wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:51 pm

I wouldn’t exactly call it being “way over optimistic” expecting a few signings this window.

I take it you've only just started supporting us?

The Sun are reporting us and Arsenal are chasing Nathan Collins from Stoke for £10m.

From Nixon.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football ... 1611441483

The old Stoke scouting, love it.

This lad seems to have youth on his side though, can’t say I know owt about him. I’ll ask my Stoke supporting mate.

Stoke is our feeder club so this story certainly has a possibility of happening

Looks the right type - I wonder if pursuing him and Knight at Derby as they’re both coming through the Irish ranks together ?

He’s playing regularly in the Championship at 19 yrs old. Usually the right hand side of a back 3.

I like the line that says Arsenal would need to find the money, but Burnley already have the funds available.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=o6_yk9rkzLY

Sign the lad up.

Really liked the look of Armstrong for a while now. Would love us to show some interest.

Edit- repeat link

Steddyman wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:22 pm

Yes, he does me too. Looks a real talent. Have we been linked with him?

I’m not sure
I think it’s Chinese whispers
But it would be a double delight not only signing him but pinching the cherry off the top the Blackburn tarts

Nathan Collins would be a good signing. Hasn't he captained Stoke already at 19? Good replacement for Tarkowski when he moves on.

FactualFrank wrote: ↑

Sat Jan 23, 2021 12:44 pm

Jason Knight appears to be off to Leeds.

Just been made Derby Captain, trying to play on his home club loyalty?

Burnley Ace wrote: ↑

Sun Jan 24, 2021 9:52 am

Just been made Derby Captain, trying to play on his home club loyalty?

Either they really don’t intend to sell or they’re hoping that’s make a difference to a player they’re presumably not paying. Or maybe they only pay the manager and captain?

Nixon also mentions possible Jimmy Dunne loan to Preston

Preston would be a great move for Dunne.

randomclaret2 wrote: ↑

Sun Jan 24, 2021 12:21 pm

Nixon also mentions possible Jimmy Dunne loan to Preston

If he is still at Preston, Dunne plus cash for Ben Davies

Collins at Stoke who’s been linked looks a decent prospect, highly thought of and a great age in terms of either a long term stay, and or sell on potential.

If he’s the same fee as Worrall then Collins would be a no brainier if it’s a case of either or.

Collins would be a good signing for the future. I just really hope we sign a player for the now. Still think Right Mid or a more creative CM is critical this window

A lot of Irish players linked to the Clarets in this window .