New signing

[black morse]

Derek will be very aware that we need a striker but not one who doesn't know where the net is (or if he does he can't find it). If he doesn't bring another striker in it will be because he can't afford it.

I still think it will be a loanee.

[vvm]

Think I'm inclined to agree on Jones, looked ok start of the season but maybe not offering much anymore. Rarely terrible but also rarely stands out, since it's a loan he may be fairly light on the wage bill, in which case I'm not against keeping hold of him.

[black morse]

Think I'm inclined to agree on Jones, looked ok start of the season but maybe not offering much anymore. Rarely terrible but also rarely stands out, since it's a loan he may be fairly light on the wage bill, in which case I'm not against keeping hold of him.

From what I've seen I agree with you as he seems to go unnoticed for much of the game. However, Derek plays him most weeks but that maybe because there's no one else.

[Billy bodger]

Attacking mid fielder from past Clubs like Bradford, but released from Hartlepool end of 23-34. Derek knows him from his Bradford days and hopefully Callum realises what an opportunity this is and the faith Derek has put in on bringing him back into league football.
He doesn’t come with a fantastic goal scoring record (about 1 in 10 games average). Let’s hope it’s a brilliant peace of management by Derek.
On ending Jones loan, it’s one of those he just doesn’t quite cut it for me, I would like Macadam or Lewis in midfield but hey ho! I’d only get rid of Jones if we have another loanee lined up.

On a positive note Angol was on the bench on Saturday so at least that’s some good news, he was looking useful once he had got match fit. (Unfortunately he then went and got injured). So let’s hope he last the rest of the season injury free.

[redrobo]

Details of Callum Cooke's career to date including match appearances for former clubs.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Callum_Cooke

[deadorred70]

No stricker no chance of survival, especially the way other teams are bringing players eg.Carlisle.

[redrobo]

Every club is on the lookout for a proven striker. Most if not allhave got money to spend in that search.

I'm as worried as others about whether DA will find the right person. But his record to date of unearthing someone to fit a specific role is incredible. It will take time. We have to be patient and have faith in DA to deliver. Maybe not as soon as we all hope but it will happen just be patient.

[Redalert1970]

Who says we don't have a striker signed already

Cooke and Schofield been at the club since last week so maybe striker could be announced tomorrow or Friday

[Andy D]

Who says we don't have a striker signed already

Cooke and Schofield been at the club since last week so maybe striker could be announced tomorrow or Friday

Who says we get the FA Cup money straight away? and there is 2 weeks left in this transfer window.

[Little Shrimp]

Can’t believe the negativity on here following what could be a really good signing

Cooke has the ability to be a quality player at this level, and did well at Bradford in his spell there. Also 100% fits the bill for what we need - technically good No10 who can unlock a defence. It’s something we’ve massively missed (among other things) so far this season.

On Jones - he’s a very good player from deeper in midfield, and really showed that earlier this season. He’s come on leaps and bounds since his first spell, and consistently does good defensive work, even when he’s not on great form. Last few games he’s been at No10, which isn’t his best position but he’s consistently put in a shift. Now we’ve got Cooke in, Jones can go back to competing for his spot as a 6/8, where he’s much better suited.

On budget, we’ve not used it all up - has everybody forgotten about the cash injection (c.£160k) for the January window!? That along with a couple of saved wages and a bit of FA Cup money gives us a half decent pot. It’s obviously not Carlisle levels and we’re not going to sign someone like Elliot Embleton, but I think it’s a decent enough amount for Derek to work with.

I’m glad that we’ve ticked off the GK issue (for what I assume is a pretty small amount) and massively improved a huge gap in our squad at No10 so far. There’ll be more to come!