Dr Gloom 19714 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 good news that we're signing up our young talent or will he ever step up to the level we need and hold down a first team place week in week out? http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/t...ted/6897364.stm Newcastle's James Milner has signed a new four-year deal with the club. The 21-year-old told the club's website: "I'm delighted to have signed a new contract. "Newcastle United is a great football club and hopefully I can be here for a few more years yet and help the team be a success. "It is an exciting time at the club and I am very happy to be a part of it," added the England Under 21 international winger. Milner had enjoyed a break after playing for England in the Under 21 Championship in Holland this summer. But he returned to training with his Newcastle colleagues on Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holden McGroin 4791 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 I rate Milner. Good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bias 3 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 fantastic news! give him a couple more years and he will be one of the top midfielders in the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bizza 105 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 Excellent news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia 0 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 If he can sort out his crossing it'll be a good deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isegrim 8862 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 He deserves his new contract (as long as it isn't on ridiculous terms) and he'll be a decent squad player. But I don't think he will become a top player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewerk 26100 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 As long as it's not silly money then I'm happy that we've tied him down for a while longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Lazaru 0 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 He deserves his new contract (as long as it isn't on ridiculous terms) and he'll be a decent squad player. But I don't think he will become a top player. I agree, he did more than most last season, such as it was to get a new contract. And he's good to have in the squad, but ith his lack of pace and inconsistent crossing you wonder what level he'll reach over the next few years and will it be enough for where we want to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bias 3 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 his performances in europe last season were top class. does anyone like any players on here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isegrim 8862 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 his performances in europe last season were top class. does anyone like any players on here Where do you get the impression from that Milner is disliked? But just because he is a Newcastle player doesn't mean that you have to kid yourself about his ability/potential... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2bias 3 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 yeh i know that. comments like "his lack of pace and inconsistent crossing" are bs though in MY opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewerk 26100 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 yeh i know that. comments like "his lack of pace and inconsistent crossing" are bs though in MY opinion You think he has got pace and a good cross then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isegrim 8862 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 yeh i know that. comments like "his lack of pace and inconsistent crossing" are bs though in MY opinion But he is lacking pace and his crossing is inconsistent. I think that isn't even a matter of opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Papa Lazaru 0 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 yeh i know that. comments like "his lack of pace and inconsistent crossing" are bs though in MY opinion To be fair i based that comment on the fact he has no pace and that his crossing is inconsistent! Anyone who has watched Millner will tell you he doesn't have pace, that's not his fault and he works his arse off for the team, but he lacks pace simple as that. And under no pressure at all out wide every game on more than one occasion he will waste a crossing opportunity, he will also every game usually put one excellent cross in sometimes more, but at times he is very wastefull. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Gloom 19714 Posted July 13, 2007 Author Share Posted July 13, 2007 he does lackpace and his crossing is wayward. i wonder if his best position eventually could be centre midfield or just off a front man in the beardsley role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggio 0 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 He deserves his new contract (as long as it isn't on ridiculous terms) and he'll be a decent squad player. But I don't think he will become a top player. Agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottish Mag 3 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 He deserves his new contract (as long as it isn't on ridiculous terms) and he'll be a decent squad player. But I don't think he will become a top player. Agreed as I am still far from convinced that he is good enough to hold down a first team place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo 133 Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 £1m minimum release clause...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandman02uk 0 Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 I like the lad, and he does work hard for the team, but he is slow like, still I'm glad he will be spending a few more years wearing the black and white Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gejon 2 Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 Can't be anything but a good thing, even his biggest critic must admit he is good enough as a squad player and unless something major happens we will always be able to sell him on for a decent price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima 0 Posted July 14, 2007 Share Posted July 14, 2007 fantastic news! give him a couple more years and he will be one of the top midfielders in the country. Christ almighty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontoasey 0 Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Good news we are keeping hold of Milner, he will be useful to us as a squad player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinofbeans 86 Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 despite his relatively obvious lack of speed and inconsistent crossing, he is a useful player. would love to see him improve, but i think long term he will have to be happy as a squad player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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