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Gary Hooper

Discussion in 'Ex Players' started by samson81, Jul 27, 2010.

Discuss Gary Hooper in the Ex Players area at TalkCeltic.net.

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  1. TheZacDaddy

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    Quality player and proof the you can find a gem in the lower leagues and for decent money. I get a feeling that winning titles, being idolised by millions worldwide and European football may be enough for him to stayy.
    Would love to see Lenny go out and buy him the perfect foil, although he does play quite well with Stokesy.
    Still feel we could benefit from a big guy up front though, a la Henke and Sutty...although not just a big guy, it must be someone who can play football and anticipate Hoopers movement, which is excellent.
     
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  2. boylebhoy95

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    He's been simply brilliant for us. Great movement, intelligence and finishing, and links up very well with Stokes. I just hope he stays with us for as long as possible.
     
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    A natural instinct for goal, i like the fact he dosen't over elaborate, comparisons with Skippy will no doubt rage on, you would have to say on the evidence so far he looks a bargain :50:
     
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    Seen him for a few years now imo he is better than skippy his first touch is superb wait till he gets a long run in the team and we will see how good this lad is has the same qualities as linekar hope he can progress to that sort of standard
     
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    Hope he stays fit we are gonna see a * of a load of goals from this guy,maybe the partnership with Stokes is gonna bring the best out of them both...
     
    monthehoops1888, Jan 16, 2011
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    Quick feet ,great anticipation where the ball is going ,or pointing to where he wants it ,at only 22 he has a good head on him ,with Kayal and Paddy supplying some great balls to him he will score all day long.
     
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    Imagine when Ki's back as well he'll be scoring for fun.:50:
     
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    This but his first touch is also better than McDonald's.
     
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    Really think he could become a massive player for us, if he remains loyal. That goal yesterday was pure class, not many players have that vision.

    Him and Stokes are a brilliant partnership.
     
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    He is at a great age along with guys like Ki,Kayal and Izzy and we should get a good few years out of them hopefully. If they end up playing so well they get a big move to the prem thats good for them and Celtic.
     
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    If this form keeps up I want to see him here for at LEAST three more seasons before there is even the slightest thought given to letting him move on, he is at the pefect age to do a job for us for 4-5 seasons and then sold on for a good profit when the EPL/Championship inevitably come knocking. Keep punting them in Gary and finish the seasons top scorer.
     
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    does anyone know his goals to game ratio? he must be pretty close to 1:1
     
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    i think its 10 in 11 mate.
     
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  14. Ruxin

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    Well he has scored 10 League goals I think and guessing he has played in 11-12 League games since we signed him. Not a 100% sure on this just a rough estimate.
     
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  15. Just Kieran Gold Member Gold Member

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    I think he is our most important player.

    Eye for goal, strong, good link-up play...

    Hoping to see a lot more of Super Hooper
     
    Just Kieran, Jan 16, 2011
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    still, 10 goals in 11-ish games is excellent, if he keeps this up then we will be in with a shout for everything.
     
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    AnthonyBhoy, Jan 16, 2011
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    first touch is better, finishing is better. not talking about mcdonalds first year here. i'm talking about after he got the 7 jersey especially last fall and since he's gone to boro. his finishing was as bad as sammy's. hooper is miles better than skippy. never want him back
     
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    hooper is a class act and to think he is only 22 makes me wildly ecstatic :D
     
    jonny-the-celt, Jan 16, 2011
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    He is an outstanding goalscorer, we are a completely different team when he plays.
     
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