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Andraž Šporar

Discussion in 'Transfer Rumours' started by Jeremie Frimpong, Dec 14, 2019.

Discuss Andraž Šporar in the Transfer Rumours area at TalkCeltic.net.

  1. Thommo92

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    It definitely is good going, not arguing with the club’s strategy as there is little other option.
     
  2. Mr Shelby Moderator Moderator Gold Member

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    Watched pretty much every video that is available of him on YouTube (I know).

    He looks like an exciting option to be honest...at 25 going on 26 we would be getting him in his prime.

    Seems comfy on either foot, link up play is good, can win a header too. What stands out the most though is his finishing. I notice a large percentage of his shots going bottom corner or top corner...drilled. Very few skuffs and mostly all composed.

    I also dont think he looks that slow contrary to what some have said above.

    His videos from his time at Ljubiljana prior to Basel buying him give a good indication of his all round play.



    Hope we get him.
     
  3. Thommo92

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    I don’t think this guy is the answer long term, maybe as a backup to Eddy but even then I have my doubts.

    Yes, he has been decent in the Europa League this season, but he’s also playing in the Slovakian league domestically. His domestic goalscoring records have only been good in Slovenia and Slovakia which, with the greatest respect to them, aren’t the highest levels of football. His international record is poor. He struggled in Germany and Switzerland. Regardless of what people say about the SPFL, it’s a fast and physical league and I doubt he could adapt to it.
     
  4. Mr Shelby Moderator Moderator Gold Member

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    I'd be interested to see how many of his 19 caps are starts though. He made his debut 2016 and I'm guessing that Tim Matavz/Ilicic have dominated the roles up top for them.

    Not really bothered about internationally anyway as plenty better players have had poor records for their respective nations.

    I do agree though the physicality is one we may have an issue with...he doesn't look that slight though.
     
  5. Seán Mac D Gold Member Gold Member

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    Lennon should have our implicit trust as a support given some of the gems that he found in a very short period to transform our team.

    Elhamed was questioned due to his age, lack of international caps and apparent inexperience at RB. Injuries aside Lennon's judgement was spot on, the guy can do it all.

    CB was a problem area for a long time for us, Lennon spends our 2nd highest fee in history on Julien and after 6 months that looks like a complete bargain.

    Frimpong for £300k

    Lennon and the scouting team will do their homework on this guy before they pull the trigger and go for him.

    There's an element of risk with every signing but the fact he's scoring in the Europa League suggests that he has the potential to develop into a good striker for us.
     
  6. Thommo92

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    Eh? Never said I don’t trust Lennon but it doesn’t mean I have to agree with all his decisions :43:regardless, all managers make good and bad signings. Not all come off, which isn’t necessarily always the manager’s fault. Lennon’s recent signings have done well for us but he’s also signed a few in the past which have’t been as successful.

    I don’t think the players you’ve highlighted are comparable to Šporar at all, with the exception of Elhamed; however, we also got Efe Ambrose from Israel. As I said previously, I’m still not convinced by Šporar due to his previous record at a higher level than the Slovakian league and the physical nature of the Scottish game. However, if we sign him and he does well, then I hope he proves me wrong.
     
  7. Jeremie Frimpong

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    He has 2 goals and 3 assists in his last 8 international appearances - not bad at all.

    This.

    This!
     
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  8. Twisty Rodgers out !!! Gold Member

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    Madness to judge a player on the league he's signing from.
     
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  9. Thommo92

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    Except I didn’t do that did I? ‘Madness’ because it’s a different opinion to yours:56:I didn’t say he’s * because he plays in the Slovakian league. I said I doubt whether he can adapt to the football here, he doesn’t look like the most physical striker. Also, the fact that he HAS played in better leagues before and not done well in them is not a good sign.
     
  10. oh bhoy

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    We should just do a straight swap for bayo :fear:
     
  11. Twisty Rodgers out !!! Gold Member

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    You're right. We should only sign guys from Germany, Italy, England, France or Spain.

    You say you're not but you are really, aren't you ?
     
  12. Westlondonscot Gold Member Gold Member

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    I don't think you have to be super physical to carve out goals in this league, a bit of pace and you should be fine getting past the defenders in our league.
     
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    You can't really compare signings for signings unless its same price , age etc

    Moravcik for example. why didn't anyone but him before 33 , he wasn't a top club before us

    Then theres plenty of players signed for crazy money that have and haven't been heard of.

    It's the chance you take tbh , Riordan, lethal at a lesser club with less chances provided, didn't cut it here , world cup winner never either , maybe I'm being parnickity but you've got to take a chance
     
  14. Blochairnbhoy

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    Any chance the record has to mention toblerone done eh

    “The Hoops are weighing up a move for Sporar, who has bagged 36 goals from 46 games this year - just two behind Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos.”

    *!!!!
     
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  15. The Magnificent 7 Gold Member Gold Member

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    Typical..... Hun rag!!!
     
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    Thats Pathetic as * tbh,even for that shithole rag.
     
  17. Spring Time Gold Member Gold Member

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    If he’s in his prime we better hurry up & get him so we can sell him on ASAP. :84:
     
  18. G_portillo

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    Hope he has a physical presence about him if we sign him.
     
  19. mickcfc91

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    Dinamo Kyiv want him.

    feel like this is the exact type of striker we need. A tall penalty box type.
     
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  20. Big Shoes Tictok Gold Member

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    Fs our need is greater. I’m at the stage of signing ANYONE after yesterday