Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Transfer Window - Derby County Transfer Targets

Derby County has some meaty transfer targets this transfer window it seems. First up they have already signed Argentinian striker Emanuel Villa from a Mexican soccer club (who really cares?). Now this isn't David Villa but manager Paul Jewell is simply salivating over the prospect of Villa playing for Derby County. He is adamant that Villa will be a fan favourite but that usually means a hard worker running lots and sweating blood. It does not guarantee goals and that is what Derby County needs.

Speaking of goals, the management guys at Derby County are also looking at a swoop for the ex-Newcastle favourite Laurent Robert. Now Robert was a stellar supply of goals in the form of swinging crosses from the flanks but that was years ago when Newcastle still looked like an entertaining club. Now, Laurent Robert has not played for a club for a couple of months since being let go by Levante. Let's see here, Levante is somewhere in Spain? Where? I am not sure. Who really cares? And they LET GO of Robert. Maybe it was his wage demands. Maybe he's just not good enough anymore. Still, if Jewell needs an experienced head at the club, he could find himself a great signing and player in Laurent Robert who if you remember, did have his fair share of player power and trouble at Newcastle.

Speaking of an old experienced head for calming influence at Derby County, you might soon be able to add that of Robbie Savage to the list. Old experienced head - sure. Make no mistake about it - I regard Robbie Savage as a decent player - every team needs a player like him - hard tackler, committed to the cause and tireless worker. Played for Wales and a few clubs at the top level. Definitely ticks the experience box. Calming influence? Well, if you need a few kicks up the arse of other English Premier League teams, yes that should fit the bill. Robbie Savage will calm the Derby County players down and make sure they kick a few legs and arses to stay up in the English Premier League!

Now the most important department Derby County needs to improve is not seeing any additions so far. And that is in defence. They seemed to have tightened up in recent games, but would have done so much better if not for late or sloppy goals. I think Paul Jewell needs to spend more time looking for serious defenders. If so, I might make the bold prediction that Derby County can avoid relegation. At the moment, I think Jewell can look forward to pitting his tactical nous with Bryan Robson next season.

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