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MORECAMBE boss Sammy McIlroy has today added to his squad by signing Exeter City midfielder Emmanuel Panther on season-long loan.

Another great signing!!!

http://www.morecambefc.com/page/NewsDet ... 37,00.html

What type of player is he I always thought he was an attacking midfielder.

Maybe this where Drummy makes the move into a defensive midfield role; a move that former boss JH always thought would be Drummy's best position. Breaking things up and directing things going forward from just in front of the defence.

Panther from recolection is a a bit of a 'power house' and uses his physical attributes to good effect. Alongside Stanners the midfield should now be more dictatorial.

Take note CC my info was spot on, so please do not criticise on things you know nothing about you are making a fool of yourself.

mazatec wrote:Take note CC my info was spot on, so please do not criticise on things you know nothing about you are making a fool of yourself.

Me criticise?.......Never!

Just glad that your info was spot on.

http://www.thisisexeter.co.uk/football/ ... ticle.html

Exeter fans think that he has "tossed a few toys out of his pram" over not being selected.

marky No.1 wrote:http://www.thisisexeter.co.uk/football/Manny-ve-got-quit-Grecians/article-1250899-detail/article.html

Exeter fans think that he has "tossed a few toys out of his pram" over not being selected.

From that interview he sounds quite mature rather than throwing toys out.

I personally, not that means much, have rated him since he played for York against us, we were after him when he decided to try his luck back in Scotland, .

He's a player who've always admired because he always plays well against us and really looks the part. As my York City supporting friend says, "Manny Panther will be awesome for 30% of matches, injured for 30% and average for 40%. On his day he's a world beater but on others he'll struggle!".

So a good signing in his own right but in the context of what we need it is really confusing. The evidence of Saturday's performance was that we're still short of striking options; we need to sort out tactics and the shape of our defence; and we may need someone to be a defensive midfielder. So we sign another attacking midfielder (?).

I understand the options regarding Drummy yet he was our joint top scorer last season, so if he's to play a defensive role then Sammy has to be sure that Craney and Panther will do the business. I'm looking forward to seeing the line-up tomorrow night.

Our budget must have gone out the window. And is this the end of the road for bringing in a striker on loan?

Posh wrote:He's a player who've always admired because he always plays well against us and really looks the part. As my York City supporting friend says, "Manny Panther will be awesome for 30% of matches, injured for 30% and average for 40%. On his day he's a world beater but on others he'll struggle!".

So a good signing in his own right but in the context of what we need it is really confusing. The evidence of Saturday's performance was that we're still short of striking options; we need to sort out tactics and the shape of our defence; and we may need someone to be a defensive midfielder. So we sign another attacking midfielder (?).

I understand the options regarding Drummy yet he was our joint top scorer last season, so if he's to play a defensive role then Sammy has to be sure that Craney and Panther will do the business. I'm looking forward to seeing the line-up tomorrow night.

Our budget must have gone out the window. And is this the end of the road for bringing in a striker on loan?

I seem to recall him playing well organising the midfield from just in front of the back four at York.

As for a striker I reckon that we will still try to get someone in - but may need to move one or two out before we do.

I wonder if he is looking for somewhere to lodge in Morecambe?!!! I've spare room. A good story. Exeter player signs for Morecambe and lodges with Exeter programme editor.

shrimper wrote:

Posh wrote:He's a player who've always admired because he always plays well against us and really looks the part. As my York City supporting friend says, "Manny Panther will be awesome for 30% of matches, injured for 30% and average for 40%. On his day he's a world beater but on others he'll struggle!".

So a good signing in his own right but in the context of what we need it is really confusing. The evidence of Saturday's performance was that we're still short of striking options; we need to sort out tactics and the shape of our defence; and we may need someone to be a defensive midfielder. So we sign another attacking midfielder (?).

I understand the options regarding Drummy yet he was our joint top scorer last season, so if he's to play a defensive role then Sammy has to be sure that Craney and Panther will do the business. I'm looking forward to seeing the line-up tomorrow night.

Our budget must have gone out the window. And is this the end of the road for bringing in a striker on loan?

I seem to recall him playing well organising the midfield from just in front of the back four at York.

As for a striker I reckon that we will still try to get someone in - but may need to move one or two out before we do.

Damn! I edited my post - considerably - after having a think and then you go and quote me. You're right thinking about it. I just think of him pounding up the field rather a lot and of course last year's goal. Just been on Exeweb and most of them are highly complimentary but think he lost out because of an occasional poor first touch. However many think he deserves a squad place if not a first team one. I also didn't realise Frazer's latest injury was as bad as to keep him out all season and clearly no sign of Garry Hunter returning anytime soon.

Wonder who'll get the chop?

Just checked his stats on Soccerbase- York, 116 appearances and 4 goals. If he's an attacking midfielder he doesn't sound too effective. I could swear he played defensive against us for York but then Wikipedia mentions him being moved from a defensive player to an attacking player.

Also, his dad is an ex professional boxer so certainly sounds like he's got a bit of strength.

very good signing, but i must admit Am now starting to get worried with the size of our squad and wage bill. after last seasons transfer embargo

mazatec wrote:Take note CC my info was spot on, so please do not criticise on things you know nothing about you are making a fool of yourself.

Congratulations MFC must really trust you with their secret information

Posh wrote:As my York City supporting friend says, "Manny Panther will be awesome for 30% of matches, injured for 30% and average for 40%. On his day he's a world beater but on others he'll struggle!".

Should fit right in then!!

Mike Blackstone wrote:I wonder if he is looking for somewhere to lodge in Morecambe?!!! I've spare room. A good story. Exeter player signs for Morecambe and lodges with Exeter programme editor.

Not being funny Mike, but I think he'd want Sky HD at least rather than the black and white portable you've got. If you still have it.

Number 1 wrote:[quote= Not being funny Mike, but I think he'd want Sky HD at least rather than the black and white portable you've got. If you still have it.

That's me counted out then. He may not get on with the cat either.

Adapted from Arsenal's chant for Emmanuel Petit...

He's big,
He's quick,
His names a porno flick,
Emmanuel.... Emmanuel...

[quote="Posh"]He's a player who've always admired because he always plays well against us and really looks the part. As my York City supporting friend says, "Manny Panther will be awesome for 30% of matches, injured for 30% and average for 40%. On his day he's a world beater but on others he'll struggle!".

So a good signing in his own right but in the context of what we need it is really confusing. The evidence of Saturday's performance was that we're still short of striking options; we need to sort out tactics and the shape of our defence; and we may need someone to be a defensive midfielder. So we sign another attacking midfielder (?).

I understand the options regarding Drummy yet he was our joint top scorer last season, so if he's to play a defensive role then Sammy has to be sure that Craney and Panther will do the business. I'm looking forward to seeing the line-up tomorrow night.

Our budget must have gone out the window. And is this the end of the road for bringing in a striker on loan?[/quote]


I would say that with whats at stake with the new stadium the Directors have made the wise decision to fund some extra playing strength even if it means a smack on the wrist from the league. All they do is place an embargo and providing we have who we want and no injury crisis its not a problem

DawZi wrote:very good signing, but i must admit Am now starting to get worried with the size of our squad and wage bill. after last seasons transfer embargo

why?? you paying them out of your own pocket

i think the board will have learnt from last season

shrimper wrote:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeFyD-JYWD0

I'm sure that chorus could be easily adapted to include a few other players names! Come on lads, lets get it sorted!

Posh wrote:Wonder who'll get the chop?

Christie???

John L wrote:

Posh wrote:Wonder who'll get the chop?

Christie???

something tells me Stanley, although id make way with Drummond, as Stanley does a lot more work with his energy levels, and Craney must be the first name on the team sheet after Roche

Drummond for the first hour to consolidate then replaced by Stanley to shake things up?