January
17

Scout Report – Roland Lamah

Filed under: Scout Reports - Posted by: Paul

Michael Laudrup has plundered the Spanish market once again in his first move of the January transfer window. The Swansea boss has snapped up 25-year-old Belgian international midfielder Roland Lamah on an 18-month loan from La Liga club Osasuna, with the option to make the deal permanent at any point:

Lamah was unavailable for last night’s FA Cup replay at Arsenal but has been registered in time for the Swans’ home game against Stoke on Saturday as Laudrup looks to bolster his squad in light of the hectic winter schedule. The new boy was keen to praise his club’s style of play and, in a similar scenario to last summer’s acquisitions, admitted the Dane was a key factor in his decision to move to the Premier League:

“The team want to keep the ball and pass it, which is the strength of the players here. I think that style is best for me, so I’m delighted to join Swansea on loan. I really like the Premier League. I think you get more space to play, and that’s good for attacking players like myself. The team are doing very well in the league and the cups also, so it’s a great time to arrive at Swansea. And, of course, Michael Laudrup is in charge so I’m looking forward to playing and learning under him.”

The Statistics

Lamah has picked up plenty experience across the continent, playing in four top divisions already. The Ivory Coast-born player move to Belgium at the age of 15 and made his debut for lower league club Vise in 2003-04 before being snapped up by Anderlecht the following season. Afforded just six appearances for the club, he then move to Dutch outfit Roda and, in his most successful campaign so far, returned 11 goals and five assists from 32 appearances, helping the club to ninth spot in the Eredivisie before moving to France to ply his trade for Le Mans.

Over three full seasons, Lamah produced 10 goals and 11 assists in 92 league matches and was picked up by Osasuna in the summer of 2011. His time in La Liga proved less successful, though, with 45 games harvesting three goals and a trio of assists before Laudrup made his move earlier this week. The winger has represented Belgium at every youth level from U19 to U21, scoring seven times in 20 appearances, and has also turned out for the senior side five times.

The Prospects

Although many reports have listed the new boy as a winger, Laudrup considers him more versatile and reckons he is capable of slotting in behind the striker as well as on the flanks:

“He is a player we had already watched before the season started. He is a player who is not a forward but who can play behind the striker in all three roles. He has a lot of individual quality, he is quite strong and has good quality one against one as well as a good shot. He has not played that much this season..,but I think that he will have a chance here and I am looking forward to working with him. He is a player that can be very useful for us.”

While the signing is good news for Swansea, it’s set to increase competition for places in the Swans’ attacking midfield areas – thus making rotation more of an issue, with Michu almost certainly the one exception. The left-footed Lamah is equally adept on either wing and will vie for a starting berth along with Pablo Hernandez, Wayne Routledge and Nathan Dyer, affording Laudrup the chance to utilise his squad more effectively. The Belgian could also be utilised in “the hole”, affording Michu the chance to play as the lone forward – Laudrup seems to be unconvinced over Danny Graham’s ability to effectively lead the line.

As the Swans slowly evolve under the new regime, it may well be that the likes of Dyer and Routledge are edged towards the periphery as the Dane continues to make his own stamp on the squad. While Michu’s place as the obvious Swansea Fantasy midfield candidate is not in doubt, Lamah’s arrival nevertheless dents the potential of decent mid-price candidates – Hernandez and Routledge, for example, have averaged 4.1 points per game, with the former producing attacking returns in six of his last 10 league games. With Lamah (who should come in around 5.0 – 6.0 in FPL) added to the mix, it doesn’t bode well for consistency of starts on the flanks as Laudrup attempts to clinch a place in the Capital One Cup final and looks to cements a top half finish in what has been a hugely impressive debut season in the Premier League thus far.

Further Reference

Roland Lamah Wikipedia
Roland Lamah Statistics

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1,079 Responses to “Scout Report – Roland Lamah”

  1. January 17 at 1:20 pm

    saints says:

    Who’s getting the armband this week lads?

    I can’t decide between Pod or Walcott.

    • 6 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:21 pm

      Feanor says:

      Definitely Walcott.

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:22 pm

      Chris_White says:

      Walcott. Not even getting Pod.

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 1:23 pm

      Back on the horse says:

      Theo Walcott or The ’0′ Walcott as he is sometimes known

      • 0 replies
       
    4. January 17 at 1:23 pm

      Jack(off)Attack says:

      IMO it has to be Walcott. Him being more nailed on for 90 minutes + the potential for a 5 point goal/CS point is just an added bonus.

      • 0 replies
       
    5. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      Dogba says:

      The rest of the forum thinks it’s fairly simple… and I tend to agree. Walcott is the logical choice, although Pod does have 4 x double figures this season, so there’s no denying he can also score big.

      • 0 replies
       
    6. January 17 at 1:32 pm

      Wessex Warrior says:

      Pod is in top 10 points scorers for forwards.

      At the moment I have the armband on Pod. But then my rank is 150k or so, hence need to do something a bit different to the rest. Cue rank 250k by next week.

      • 0 replies
       
  2. January 17 at 1:21 pm

    gers23 says:

    How do people view Sturridge as an allternative to Suarez? For example is it better to go with the 5 man midfield with Rvp,Suarez and Pog up front,always benching Pog or Go Sturridge, Rvp, Aguero up r
    front but have a 4 man midfield with someone like Kaca on the bench?

    Really appreciate any thoughts on this thanks

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    1. January 17 at 1:28 pm

      Caine & Co. says:

      who is the mid to drop out in case of 3-4-3? compare him to sturridge and ask yourself which of the 2 you think will score better.

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  3. January 17 at 1:22 pm

    Jafooli (c) - Up the Jags says:

    Anyone else find the H2H leagues haven’t been updated yet? They always seem to take a bit longer, right?

    Never understand why the FPL front pages states ‘Updated’ when it clearly isn’t so……

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  4. January 17 at 1:22 pm

    Giggs Boson says:

    Walcott about to sign new contract.
    http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/21060106

    • 2 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:24 pm

      Jack(off)Attack says:

      Sign da ting

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:29 pm

      rdpx says:

      they been saying that for weeks!

      • 0 replies
       
  5. January 17 at 1:23 pm

    Jack(off)Attack says:

    Branislav Ivanovic has the 4th highest PPG for defenders. Can you guess the other 4 in the top five without cheating?

    • 23 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:24 pm

      Requiem for a Dream says:

      Baines is 1st that i can guess

      • 2 replies
       
      1. January 17 at 1:24 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        Nope.

        • 0 replies
         
      2. January 17 at 1:24 pm

        Requiem for a Dream says:

        Evra,Shawcross,Bassong

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:25 pm

          Jack(off)Attack says:

          None of ‘em

          • 0 replies
           
    2. January 17 at 1:24 pm

      isacki - losing makes winning sweeter says:

      Evra, Bassong, R Martin, Rafael

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:24 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        0/4

        • 0 replies
         
    3. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      Berbilly Gilmore says:

      Baines, Evra, Buttner…

      • 3 replies
       
      1. January 17 at 1:25 pm

        Berbilly Gilmore says:

        Morrisson?

        • 0 replies
         
      2. January 17 at 1:27 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        1.

        • 0 replies
         
      3. January 17 at 1:27 pm

        Berbilly Gilmore says:

        Kolarov?

        • 0 replies
         
    4. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      heartsattack says:

      rafael shawcross zabaleta evra

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:24 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        0/4

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:25 pm

          heartsattack says:

          decent start :lol:

          • 0 replies
           
    5. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      Ginkapo-Rule No.1: wwkd? says:

      Buttner
      R Martin
      Evra

      Caulker?

      • 2 replies
       
      1. January 17 at 1:26 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        1/4

        • 0 replies
         
      2. January 17 at 1:26 pm

        Ginkapo-Rule No.1: wwkd? says:

        Whittaker? Vidic?

        • 0 replies
         
    6. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      Demi says:

      Buttner’s one

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:25 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        Yep.

        • 0 replies
         
    7. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      Demi says:

      Luiz

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:25 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        Nope.

        • 0 replies
         
    8. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      ~SpartakMac says:

      Buttner, Rafael, Zabaleta, O’brien?

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:26 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        1/4

        • 0 replies
         
    9. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      MarkEstute says:

      Buttner has 17 PPG I believe.

      • 0 replies
       
    10. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      Professor Abel X says:

      O’Brien?

      • 0 replies
       
    11. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      Santiagounreal says:

      I don’t think anyone will get all 4 without looking, I just was looking at this a second ago

      • 2 replies
       
      1. January 17 at 1:26 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        One of them is relatively simple as it was only recent.

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:27 pm

          Berbilly Gilmore says:

          O’Brien?

          • 1 reply
           
          1. January 17 at 1:28 pm

            Jack(off)Attack says:

            0.4 off

            • 0 replies
             
      2. January 17 at 1:27 pm

        Ginkapo-Rule No.1: wwkd? says:

        I just looked and nobody has a chance, but Demi might pull it off

        • 0 replies
         
    12. January 17 at 1:26 pm

      Chris_White says:

      Zabaleta

      • 0 replies
       
    13. January 17 at 1:26 pm

      Demi says:

      Debuchy

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:27 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        Ding ding ding.

        • 0 replies
         
    14. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      Requiem for a Dream says:

      lol confused PPG with ESP

      surely guys who played once or twice are at top

      • 0 replies
       
    15. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      MJ6987 (Atalanta) says:

      Buttner definitely, Kolarov? O’Brien? Shaw?

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:27 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        Just buttner there.

        • 0 replies
         
    16. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      Stinkfly says:

      Wilson

      • 0 replies
       
    17. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      Jack(off)Attack says:

      Buttner and Debuchy guessed so far. 2 more.

      • 4 replies
       
      1. January 17 at 1:28 pm

        Demi says:

        Just checked myself. No way would anyone have got the rest without cheating

        • 0 replies
         
      2. January 17 at 1:28 pm

        Stinkfly says:

        Jenkinson

        • 0 replies
         
      3. January 17 at 1:29 pm

        Caine & Co. says:

        the city def who played against reading?

        • 2 replies
         
        1. January 17 at 1:29 pm

          Jack(off)Attack says:

          Nah Kompany is well down the list ;)

          • 0 replies
           
        2. January 17 at 1:29 pm

          Ginkapo-Rule No.1: wwkd? says:

          Rekik

          • 1 reply
           
          1. January 17 at 1:30 pm

            Caine & Co. says:

            yeah!

            • 1 reply
             
            1. January 17 at 1:31 pm

              Berbilly Gilmore says:

              Yep, he’s one.

              • 0 replies
               
      4. January 17 at 1:29 pm

        Berbilly Gilmore says:

        Nobody will ever get the other 2… :D

        • 0 replies
         
    18. January 17 at 1:29 pm

      Gr3g says:

      O’btien, Evra, Rafael, Enrique

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:31 pm

        Gr3g says:

        R. Martin in the mix prolly

        • 0 replies
         
    19. January 17 at 1:29 pm

      Jack(off)Attack says:

      Matthew Upson and Karim Rekik the remaining 2.

      • 0 replies
       
    20. January 17 at 1:30 pm

      rdpx says:

      Buttner is top.

      Morrison Reading is high as well I think…

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:31 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        Yeah he is, equal 6th. 0.1 off top 5.

        • 0 replies
         
    21. January 17 at 1:30 pm

      ~SpartakMac says:

      Er…Garrido, Shaw, Baird?

      • 0 replies
       
    22. January 17 at 1:31 pm

      Jonny says:

      Random guess at Kilgallon?

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:34 pm

        Jonny says:

        Ha, nowhere near.

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:35 pm

          Jack(off)Attack says:

          :D

          My bad, thought people gave up after the “no way anyone is guessing the other 2″ posts :)

          • 0 replies
           
    23. January 17 at 1:39 pm

      Gargamel says:

      City defender who only played one game then? Rikek or whatever

      • 0 replies
       
  6. January 17 at 1:23 pm

    Hitman3095 says:

    Lads, need some transfer help. Only for one week, wildcarding the one after.

    Schneiderlin (rotation) & Defoe are in my team, 1 FT.

    Which would you rather?
    a) –> P. Cisse
    b) –> C. Cole
    c) –> Nolan + Sturridge (-4)

    Cheers :)

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:30 pm

      Professor Abel X says:

      C

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  7. January 17 at 1:23 pm

    Canadian Football says:

    re post from last pg

    My mind is messing with me. Have both Hazard and Mata. My plan all along was to Haz>Theo….after his 2G in 2 i am having second thoughts! Anyone else in the same position?

    Mata or Hazard? What say you?

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:25 pm

      unoaime says:

      I still reckon Mata will be amongst the points more.

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:26 pm

      Spencer says:

      Keep Mata. Much more consistent.

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      Dogba says:

      Mata has been the better prospect since he regained fitness. Hazard hasn’t outscored him in many GWs since. I think you should stick with him, but Hazard is a tempting differential in most MLs I can imagine.

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  8. January 17 at 1:25 pm

    Giggs Boson says:

    Wenger on Cavani:

    “I like him as a player,” said Wenger. “Will he cost a lot of money? That’s for sure. Nobody would deny that. Our banker lives just next to me at the moment and he is ready if we find the right player.
    “The prices go always up at the start of the transfer market and go down in the last week. Sometimes as well they go up in the last week, but most of the time they go down in the last week.
    “You know 90% of the transfer activity happens in the last week, if not in the last 48 hours.”

    Hold your WCs steady!

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:26 pm

      The Stock says:

      As if.

      Typical Wenger comment to ease unrest.

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      ~SpartakMac says:

      ‘Our banker lives next to me at the moment’…

      What’s that all about. Nothing like a last-minute scramble mind, not getting my hopes up though.

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:29 pm

        Ginkapo-Rule No.1: wwkd? says:

        The accountant is in the next office so that Wenger has easy access to money advice whilst negotiating.

        • 0 replies
         
    3. January 17 at 1:38 pm

      heartsattack says:

      Wenger leading the fans on again. Shamefull.

      • 0 replies
       
  9. January 17 at 1:25 pm

    Spencer says:

    I’m still not convinced with getting Podolski in as will need to take hits or use my WC to fix things.

    Lambert -> Sturridge look good for my FT this week?

    Jussi
    Demel – Davies– Gibbs (v)
    Mata – Fellaini – Michu – Walcott (c)
    Ba – RVP – Lambert

    Federici – Ramirez – Luiz – Shaw

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:32 pm

      harris says:

      yes i also have my dounts on pod as he is always the one to be subbed first

      • 0 replies
       
  10. January 17 at 1:25 pm

    oxido_76 says:

    Just bought the SAMSUNG UE 46” ES6100 TV LED 3D ! I can’t wait this weekend to watch BPL games :D

    • 0 replies
     
  11. January 17 at 1:25 pm

    Daniel - Captain, Leader, Legend. Super Frank !!! says:

    http://www.telegraph.co.uk/spo.....indow.html

    Looks like Cavani has chances actually to come in Ars. What price do we reckon? 9 – 9.5m? I would consider him for that kind of price

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      The Stock says:

      I’ve just seen a flying Unicorn too.

      • 2 replies
       
      1. January 17 at 1:28 pm

        Daniel - Captain, Leader, Legend. Super Frank !!! says:

        How much did FPL valued him ? :D :P :lol:

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:29 pm

          The Stock says:

          7.5m after a strong season in Neverland last year.

          • 0 replies
           
      2. January 17 at 1:30 pm

        AP says:

        John Guidetti could be Phil Jones’ long lost twin.

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:31 pm

          The Stock says:

          This.

          • 0 replies
           
    2. January 17 at 1:28 pm

      Scroobius Mac says:

      “Looks like Cavani has chances actually to come in Ars” :lol:

      • 6 replies
       
      1. January 17 at 1:29 pm

        Demi says:

        Loooool

        • 0 replies
         
      2. January 17 at 1:30 pm

        Dogba says:

        Lol, if I can’t type f**k then that kind of filth should definitely be censored.

        • 0 replies
         
      3. January 17 at 1:30 pm

        Berbilly Gilmore says:

        :lol:

        • 0 replies
         
      4. January 17 at 1:30 pm

        Jack(off)Attack says:

        :lol:

        • 0 replies
         
      5. January 17 at 1:31 pm

        The Viper says:

        :lol:

        • 0 replies
         
      6. January 17 at 1:38 pm

        isacki - losing makes winning sweeter says:

        Filthy!

        • 0 replies
         
    3. January 17 at 1:30 pm

      Aitken says:

      Whats his stats for the past few seasons?

      Games/goals etc.

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:30 pm

        The Stock says:

        Lots, and lots.

        • 0 replies
         
  12. January 17 at 1:26 pm

    redunited says:

    Pick one please guys? :D

    A) Bale > Cazorla
    B) Ba > Podolski

    • 4 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:30 pm

      drunken_mess says:

      same problem here, dont want to do either

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:31 pm

      The Stock says:

      Do we HAVE to?

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:31 pm

        redunited says:

        Yes :)

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:32 pm

          The Stock says:

          B.

          • 0 replies
           
    3. January 17 at 1:33 pm

      mdm says:

      A

      • 0 replies
       
    4. January 17 at 1:34 pm

      Dogba says:

      If you are WC-ing soon, both. If not B, unless you will lose a lot of value, then A.

      • 0 replies
       
  13. January 17 at 1:26 pm

    lfcserg says:

    Which one before i use my wc next week?

    A) Cahill to Gibbs and Defoe to Podolski for a hit
    B) Routledge to Cazorla and Defoe -> Pog (obv going to bench him)
    C) Other suggestions would be greatly appreciated

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      lfcserg says:

      could do defoe -> vaz te instead of defoe -> pog

      • 0 replies
       
  14. January 17 at 1:27 pm

    The Viper says:

    How do these moves for the week after next sound?

    Luiz -> Wilson (4.5 defender) & Ba -> Aguero, no hit

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:27 pm

      The Stock says:

      Not feeling the Aguero love.

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:29 pm

      Dogba says:

      Right now, they sound good for the week after next… but Ba could nail down a spot, Wilson could be out for longer, and so on.

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 1:32 pm

      The Viper says:

      Ya, i’ll sit still for now. I know it could all change before then.

      Thanks chaps!

      • 0 replies
       
  15. January 17 at 1:27 pm

    RD84 says:

    Anyone actually considering Hazard over Mata? I think it just means having to be more patient, but the .5 extra and on very similar points means I think I just might.

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:35 pm

      2legit2quit says:

      i am, hazard is class and everybody has mata. i see hazard of more of a goal threat

      • 0 replies
       
  16. January 17 at 1:29 pm

    Super-Ballotelli-is-fantastic-Heskey-is-atrocious says:

    Sorry if this has been asked 100 times… Podolski didn’t start last night… any reason? Doubtful to start both games this week?

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:40 pm

      Dogba says:

      From what I’ve heard he’s just rested and looks nailed on for the DGW.

      • 0 replies
       
  17. January 17 at 1:29 pm

    MJ6987 (Atalanta) says:

    Take it people are holding off their transfers until Saturday with the high probability of postponements due to snow?

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    1. January 17 at 1:33 pm

      The Viper says:

      Yeah i’m gonna hold off Ba -> Podolski I think. Will probably just keep Ba for this week!

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:34 pm

      Aitken says:

      I am.

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 1:35 pm

      harris says:

      that will be wise (after predicted friday snow) even though missing on a few rises

      • 0 replies
       
    4. January 17 at 1:36 pm

      Gopher: good FPL season so far! says:

      I am on the other side of the world and will rely on you guys for latest info and advice!

      • 0 replies
       
  18. January 17 at 1:30 pm

    Le Grand Fromage says:

    Lads, quick thoughts on best below combo for DGW?

    A. Walcott, Santi, Mata, Berba
    B. Walcott, Nolan, Mata, Podolski
    C. Walcott, Santi, Puncheon, Podolski

    • 4 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:32 pm

      ~SpartakMac says:

      B)

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    2. January 17 at 1:34 pm

      rdpx says:

      c

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 1:35 pm

      mdm says:

      C

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    4. January 17 at 1:35 pm

      harris says:

      b

      • 0 replies
       
  19. January 17 at 1:30 pm

    andyd says:

    what about carlton cole this week? anybody at all keen on him?

    • 2 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:33 pm

      drunken_mess says:

      no chance

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    2. January 17 at 1:34 pm

      The Stock says:

      Me.

      • 0 replies
       
  20. January 17 at 1:30 pm

    suarez07 says:

    Sorry repost!

    Wildcarding after DGW, This is my current team, any thoughts on still having 3 chelsea players?

    Begovic,
    Johnson, Gibbs. Luiz
    Mata, Walcott, Bale, Puncheon
    Suarez Berbatov, Ba
    Rudd, Figueroa , O’Brien, Kacaniklic

    • 2 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:36 pm

      harris says:

      no rpv no chance of doing well

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:38 pm

        suarez07 says:

        not doing too badly..top 17k, im content lol

        • 0 replies
         
    2. January 17 at 1:44 pm

      Canadian Football says:

      Mata>Cazorla
      or
      Ba>Podolski

      • 0 replies
       
  21. January 17 at 1:31 pm

    I Like Small Butts & I Can Lie says:

    To eat or not eat a Tesco burger? That is equestrian.

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:33 pm

      Santiagounreal says:

      Hamlet without the ham?

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:33 pm

      rdpx says:

      can we rein in the horse jokes please?

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:34 pm

        The Stock says:

        Neigh problem pal

        • 0 replies
         
    3. January 17 at 1:36 pm

      Professor Abel X says:

      I wouldn’t, they always give me the trots

      • 0 replies
       
  22. January 17 at 1:32 pm

    In Like Flynn says:

    Another coup for Laudrup?

    Any Burnley fans about, or any who knows if Charlie Austin is due back soon?

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:33 pm

      The Stock says:

      Have you seen Osasuna’s league position? I’m a wee bit sceptical that they’ve let such a talent go when they’re in deep trouble especially if its not for a fee.

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:43 pm

        In Like Flynn says:

        Maybe he just doesn’t fit in any more Stock.

        • 0 replies
         
    2. January 17 at 1:33 pm

      I Like Small Butts & I Can Lie says:

      Aye, me. Not heard any new rumours though

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:42 pm

        In Like Flynn says:

        Thanks, he’ll have to go from my Phones for you team then.

        • 0 replies
         
    3. January 17 at 1:38 pm

      Wessex Warrior says:

      was hoping Arsenal would buy him

      • 0 replies
       
  23. January 17 at 1:33 pm

    rdpx says:

    Team as is – http://fantasy.premierleague.c…..istory/22/

    A.

    I am wondering if it is worth a 4pt hit to do Ramirez to Wilshere and Collins to Demel, which would mean I would have to leave Bale, Mata or Michu on he bench.

    B.

    As it is I can field a back 3 of Sagna, Zabaleta and Harte, so could just do Bale to Santi (or Wilshere) for the DGW.

    C.

    Or just do Collins to Demel

    D.

    Sit tight and save FT (wildcard played)

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:39 pm

      rdpx says:

      Is the lack of a DIRECT QUESTION here confusing people?

      • 0 replies
       
  24. January 17 at 1:34 pm

    Professor Abel X says:

    Pick 2 of these 3:
    Clyne (EVE)
    Luiz (ARS)
    Davies (STO)

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:35 pm

      The Stock says:

      Luiz and Davies

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:37 pm

        The Viper says:

        ^

        • 0 replies
         
    2. January 17 at 1:39 pm

      BigAndy_79 says:

      I would go with Davies and probs Luiz for the potential goal threat and the fact that he is dearer. Play the more expensive one, and all that….

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 1:42 pm

      Professor Abel X says:

      Thanks guys

      • 0 replies
       
  25. January 17 at 1:34 pm

    Professor Abel X says:

    If i have Ba this weekend, should i just play him. Can’t see him starting, whereas Puncheon is guaranteed game time?!

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:36 pm

      I Like Small Butts & I Can Lie says:

      Ba needs 20 minutes.

      • 0 replies
       
  26. January 17 at 1:35 pm

    JKisthe1 - A Founder of Berbism says:

    ok, for those that still have the Jan wc, when do you use it

    a) GW 24 to tidy up DGW and build tv

    b) GW25 to get all the transfer window

    • 5 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:35 pm

      Dogba says:

      B) GW25.

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:37 pm

        Dogba says:

        Not just because of the transfer window, but to get as much information as possible before setting your team up for the long haul. Many situations that needs answering, Sturridge, Aguero, who to dump of the power 5 if you are going with 3-4-3, and so on. Hopefully will be clearer by 2nd Feb.

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:38 pm

          The Stock says:

          Unless you still have your other WC left.

          • 0 replies
           
    2. January 17 at 1:37 pm

      ronh says:

      Keep it for GW27

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 1:37 pm

      harris says:

      b

      • 0 replies
       
    4. January 17 at 1:37 pm

      unoaime says:

      GW25

      Not much cleaning up will be needed for me. Demel and Walcott are keepers and Nobles my bench fodder. Podolski (if i get him) can easy be gotten rid of with my FT.

      • 0 replies
       
    5. January 17 at 1:40 pm

      rdpx says:

      You should just buy a TV. Comet are selling them cheap I understand.

      • 0 replies
       
  27. January 17 at 1:37 pm

    The Viper says:

    Jaask
    Demel Gibbs Davies
    Michu Walcott Mata Bale Fellaini
    RVP Ba

    Fed; Luiz, Ruiz, Martin

    Should I save my transfer? Ba -> Podolski only real option..

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:38 pm

      Dogba says:

      I’m doing it, and I already have 3 WHM and 2 ARS. Needless to say I did not do well last DGW.

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:39 pm

        Dogba says:

        I’m doing Ba -> Pod that is.

        • 1 reply
         
        1. January 17 at 1:41 pm

          The Viper says:

          I’m thinking of just sitting still. Every transfer I have made lately hasn’t worked out. Always seem to sell a player before they pick up points!

          Patience is the key….I think

          • 0 replies
           
  28. January 17 at 1:37 pm

    Jonny T says:

    a) play bale
    b) get and play fellaini (but lose 0.1 from selling bale)
    c) play mcauley vs AVL
    d) get and play nolan (but lose 0.1 from selling bale)
    e) get and play a second WHU defender

    Please choose 1, cheers :)

    • 3 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:39 pm

      drunken_mess says:

      a

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:42 pm

      Two Clips says:

      Jonny id keep and play bale hes a class above the others. Even if he dosnt perform. He will make it up to you in the coming weeks

      • 0 replies
       
    3. January 17 at 3:18 pm

      Jonny T says:

      cheers

      • 0 replies
       
  29. January 17 at 1:38 pm

    JKisthe1 - A Founder of Berbism says:

    was at OT last night and sit in the opposite end to the peno, so only just watching the match on tv now.

    Just seen the peno. Between the crapness of that penalty and Fergie’s reaction to the miss I can’t see any way Rooney keeps them

    • 6 replies
     
    1. January 17 at 1:39 pm

      The Stock says:

      10 misses. That’s the last Pen he’ll take.

      • 0 replies
       
    2. January 17 at 1:39 pm

      Berbilly Gilmore says:

      How was Nani?

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:44 pm

        JKisthe1 - A Founder of Berbism says:

        Nani was Nani, beating a man with ease then taking a stupid shot or trying to beat 4 men for no reason. Makes me nervous about him for GW24, but he was definitely rusty

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    3. January 17 at 1:40 pm

      Stinkfly says:

      Definitely – Fergie’s face tells us everything we need to know. No chance Rooney gets the next peno if RVP is on the pitch.

      • 0 replies
       
    4. January 17 at 1:40 pm

      Kostja says:

      keep telling yourself that :D

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:43 pm

        JKisthe1 - A Founder of Berbism says:

        you keep telling yourself Rooney will keep them. I’m sure it will be of great comfort to you when RvP takes the next one

        • 0 replies
         
    5. January 17 at 1:42 pm

      isacki - losing makes winning sweeter says:

      Hehe JK, posted on this earlier, RVP ftw.

      • 0 replies
       
    6. January 17 at 1:47 pm

      Crouch Potato says:

      It also suggests that Rooney is not the player he once was, in terms of confidence.

      • 0 replies
       
  30. January 17 at 1:38 pm

    Two Clips says:

    Guys whats your views in LUIZ.

    Is he going to become a victim of rafa rotation. Tough fixture this weekend against arsenal couldnt or ar
    6 pts if he plays. Ive already played my Free Transfer.

    Im thinking

    Luiz to Zab
    or
    Luiz to Evans
    Im good for arsenal cover.

    Id fancy the hit for zabaleta. Think city can keep a clean sheet.

    LUIZ SHOULD HE STAY OR GO??????

    • 1 reply
     
    1. January 17 at 1:40 pm

      The Stock says:

      I good rule: hits for defenders are not a great idea.

      Sit tight.

      • 1 reply
       
      1. January 17 at 1:45 pm

        Two Clips says:

        Cheers thanks man

        • 0 replies
         

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No Change Hart MCI B, Vs
Up Cech CHE B, Vs
Up Robles WIG C, Vs, £
No Change Lloris TOT C, Vs
No Change Foster WBA C, Vs
No Change Vorm SWA C, Vs
No Change Mignolet SUN B, Vs
No Change De Gea MUN A
Up Boruc SOT B, Vs, £
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Player Club Factors
No Change Kompany MCI B, Vs, Rest
No Change Vertonghen TOT A, Vs, Rest
Up Luiz CHE A, Vs, Rest
No Change Baines EVE A
Up Boyce WIG C, Vs, OoP
Down Bassong NOR B, Vs
Up McAuley WBA C, Vs
Down Johnson LIV B
Up Jones MUN A
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Up Huth STO C
No Change Cuéllar SUN B, Vs, £
No Change Rangel SWA C, Vs
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Player Club Factors
Up Bale TOT A, Vs
No Change Mata CHE C, Vs, Rest
Up Walcott ARS C, OoP
Up Hazard CHE B, Vs, Rest, Inj
Up Maloney WIG B, Vs, £
No Change Y Touré MCI B, Vs
No Change Silva MCI B, Vs, Inj
No Change Fellaini EVE C
No Change Coutinho LIV B
Up Morrison WBA C, Vs
Down Cazorla ARS C
No Change Snodgrass NOR B
Up Kagawa MUN B, Rest
Up Walters STO B
Down Lallana SOT C, Vs
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Up Koné WIG B, Vs, £
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Up Sturridge LIV B
Up Lukaku WBA B, Vs, Rest
Up Benteke AVL A
Down Aguero MCI B, Vs, Inj
Up Rodriguez SOT A, Vs, £
Up Defoe TOT B, Vs, Rest
Down Lambert SOT C, Vs
Down Rooney MUN C
Up Carroll WHM A, VsX
Up Ba CHE C, Vs, Rest
Down Berbatov FUL C
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