Speculation begins as Hughton confirms signings.
Posted on May 19th, 2010 | 125 Comments |
I wouldn’t get carried away just yet as it is still unlikely that there will be any players bought for a significant sum, but it does at least appear that we can now focus on assembling an actual squad fit for the Premier League rather than just concentrating on the first team, of which aspects of both need work doing to them to ensure we survive. Still, it does mean we can start speculating on potential new signings again which should lift some of gloom that has recently surrounded Newcastle after the release of the now infamous statement, despite it being well intended. Now we can finally put the myriad of differing descriptions of capital outlay away and actually await the arrival of our first signing.
Speaking about recieving financial backing from Mike Ashley, Hughton had this to say:
“I was backed in the January transfer window and I will be bringing in players this summer, but we don’t expect to be making wholesale changes.”
“We’ve just gone through a good season where the squad have developed a momentum and spirit. I’m keen not to disrupt and disband everything we’ve done but I’m aware we’re going into a better division and need to bring in the right players for what will be a tough season.”
It will be a tough season, but if we can get the two or three players through the door that really compliment the players we already have then it will make it that little less tough, and will allow some breathing space in case of injury to what is a thin squad.
Reagrdless of any new potential signings, Chris Hughton is still looking forward to next season and the chance to pit his wits against some of best managers in Europe:
“I am very much looking forward to next season. This has been a long and tough season and after going through what we have, you have to look forward to the challenges and it is a very exciting prospect.”
So at least we know Hughton will be backed by Ashley, something a few us knew all along. I said earlier, I don’t expect there to be much cash floating around, but I would like to see enough investment to strengthen the team and ensure survival at least, comfortable survival ideally.
The media seemed to have latched onto the £15 million figure again, which would be a decent amount if true. Unfortunately, we know the press know nothing about that sort of thing, and leaks from the club are far less common than they used to be.
Roll on signing number one!
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I always knew there would be signings. The press said there was no money in January and look what happened. I have full confidence in CH and his scouts, who knew MW and WR were coming. Another couple of signings like those two and I will be even more happy.