Incoming? Rabbi Matondo

[DaveBassettsgoneonholiday]

I'm not having that. He's changed his name by rearranging the letters to Rabbi Matondo from his real name of Brian Madboot.

 

[Frank the tank]

Can't wait for this season to end !

 

[10-0 win]

Opposite of last season AI signings, we're actually watching him.... We had the lad that signed for pompey on trial last summer (murphy) Even played a game and did ok.

 

[Racing Blade]

My main concern is that we haven't moved any of the dross out nor have we been linked with any centre backs.

Trouble is, to move the dross out, there needs to be a willing buyer/loan taker, when all the data available to every club's analyst indicates that they are, indeed, dross.

The unlikely possibilities available are:

1) Someone ill-informed, prepared to take a chance on them, based on their form/data prior to their time at The Lane.
2) The 'Old Pals Act', where a previous manager thinks they can get them back on track.
3) Turkey!

 

[HeCanDoMagic]

Trouble is, to move the dross out, there needs to be a willing buyer/loan taker, when all the data available to every club's analyst indicates that they are, indeed, dross.

The unlikely possibilities available are:

1) Someone ill-informed, prepared to take a chance on them, based on their form/data prior to their time at The Lane.
2) The 'Old Pals Act', where a previous manager thinks they can get them back on track.
3) Turkey!

Unfortunately all true

 

[Balham]

Opposite of last season AI signings, we're actually watching him.... We had the lad that signed for pompey on trial last summer (murphy) Even played a game and did ok.

It wasn't Josh Murphy on trial with us, it was Andre Dozzell.

 

[Bergen Blade]

Bergen Blade

How's he done at Brann? The tweet doesn't sound positive

EDIT - looks like he only signed in April. He's made 4 sub appearances so far

He's played about 30 minutes in total. Having had two knee operations he wasn't fit when he arrived. Brann have just got a new manager and the new one seems to have written him off already. The guy who was sacked also was reluctant to play him. Matondo says he's fitter and in a better place than when he arrived, but admits it hasn't worked out.

 

[sufc323]

He's played about 30 minutes in total. Having had two knee operations he wasn't fit when he arrived

Will fit right in

 

[mattbianco1]

He's played about 30 minutes in total. Having had two knee operations he wasn't fit when he arrived. Brann have just got a new manager and the new one seems to have written him off already. The guy who was sacked also was reluctant to play him. Matondo says he's fitter and in a better place than when he arrived, but admits it hasn't worked out.

Sounds perfect!

 

[KMC-1889]

It wasn't Josh Murphy on trial with us, it was Andre Dozzell.

Which, according to Abdullah, Wilder was intent on signing so he could sell Peck to Rotherham.

 

[FriethBlade]

SUFC News: Top target's £9m move leaves Blades at crossroads as bar raised again

Another Championship rival appears set to flex its financial muscle in the transfer market, leaving Sheffield United’s owners facing more uncomfortable questions about their own summer recruitment as they look to somehow keep pace

www.thestar.co.uk

Danny Hall conveying just how bad this summer is and will continue to be. I'd take mid table obscurity right now.

Danny is CWs mouthpiece so it might be his way of trying to put a bit of pressure on the board to sanction so imcomings. However it seems thst they have more pressing money matters on their mind.

 

[CaptainMorgans]

We can't compete with Southampton and I wouldn't really want us to.

We're seemingly in the loans and frees market which is reasonable given parachutes have dried up and our owners (alleged) financial precarity.

If we sell Hamer / Peck / Seriki, perhaps that changes the picture.

 

[SB_90]

am i right he played for man city

 

[brownblade]

Bit concerning the calibre of player we are looking at.

Struggled at stoke in chamionship albeit 11 games, struggled in Scottish league, struggled in Bundesliga L1 & L2 and currently struggling in Norwegian league.

At 25 years old it doesnt seem to be clicking for him.. seems we reslly are scrapping barrel if this is true.

This.

 

[Bladesman]

For some reason I thought he was still at Rangers.

 

[Macfarlane21]

I actually think this would a decent signing

 

[DifferentClass]

The View From Rangers is... interesting.

 

[Yogi]

am i right he played for man city

Yeah came through the finishing school that’s Man City’s academy after they poached him from Cardiffs set up

 

[Ginger Gnome]

Would rather just use Ukaki, he doesn't appear to be any better.

 

[Latters]

Danny is CWs mouthpiece so it might be his way of trying to put a bit of pressure on the board to sanction so imcomings. However it seems thst they have more pressing money matters on their mind.

I doubt they read The Star.

 

[Champagneblade]

The View From Rangers is... interesting.

Quick google ask:

Rangers fans generally viewed Rabbi Matondo as a frustrating but well-liked player, often characterized by blistering pace and flashes of brilliance, but ultimately lacking the consistency and end product required for a club of that size. [1, 2]
While some supporters acknowledged his positive dressing-room presence and his ability to deliver in big matches—most notably his stunning goals in Old Firm derbies—many felt he fell short of expectations. The consensus on forums and social media was that while he had immense raw talent, his frequent injuries and lack of final consistency meant he never fully cemented a starting spot. Ultimately, his time at Ibrox was viewed as a disappointment, with many considering him a flop prior to his permanent departure for Norwegian side SK Brann.

 

[EddieColquhoun]

Which, according to Abdullah, Wilder was intent on signing so he could sell Peck to Rotherham.

Not that whopper again!

"All these things will be in the mix when I sit down with the chairman."

ROTHERHAM United have turned their attention to other midfield targets in the last hours of the summer transfer window after conceding defeat in their bid to bring Sydie Peck to AESSEAL New York Stadium.

www.rotherhamadvertiser.co.uk

Sheffield United see off Rotherham interest in youngster but face fights to keep other stars

Rotherham United have had to admit defeat in their pursuit of Sheffield United midfielder Sydie Peck.

www.yorkshirepost.co.uk

 

[bibbity bobbity boo]

Quick google ask:

Rangers fans generally viewed Rabbi Matondo as a frustrating but well-liked player, often characterized by blistering pace and flashes of brilliance, but ultimately lacking the consistency and end product required for a club of that size. [1, 2]
While some supporters acknowledged his positive dressing-room presence and his ability to deliver in big matches—most notably his stunning goals in Old Firm derbies—many felt he fell short of expectations. The consensus on forums and social media was that while he had immense raw talent, his frequent injuries and lack of final consistency meant he never fully cemented a starting spot. Ultimately, his time at Ibrox was viewed as a disappointment, with many considering him a flop prior to his permanent departure for Norwegian side SK Brann.

Wilder read this and jizzed in his pants.

 

[Barstoneworth Ottershaw]

He's played about 30 minutes in total. Having had two knee operations he wasn't fit when he arrived. Brann have just got a new manager and the new one seems to have written him off already. The guy who was sacked also was reluctant to play him. Matondo says he's fitter and in a better place than when he arrived, but admits it hasn't worked out.

Oy vey!

 

[TJ blade]

Sounds perfect!

We might need a bigger treatment table

 

[3Cheers4Ramirez]

Uninspiring signing who'd be a rotation player and have his moments. He does at least have pace. Fitness? Fuck knows

But if we're doing uninspiring (which I don't mind at all actually) then let's go for reliable uninspiring instead and get BBD back for that position

I'd rather us take this approach than splash fucking ridiculous fees on the latest flavour of the season PL loanee, where 12 goals and being under 24 y/o = automatic 8m fee. Enough with that. Let's be honest, the results are rarely that different are they, between a splash and a cheap punt. The last thing I want us to do in the transfer market is repeat the Tom Cannon fuck up

 

[Slug]

I don't see the issue on taking him on trial. If he does well, great. If not then we can just fuck him off (hopefully).

 

[ATL Recs]

Might worth a punt if wages etc is reasonable lots of pace and plenty of potential as a younger player that he’s not fulfilled. Worth a gamble as depth etc

4 years at Rangers played 70 games riddled with injuries CV fits

 

[Booker4]

Am I right in saying that when he left Rangers at the end of 2024/25 season he didn't get another club till march this year?!

 

[Champagneblade]

Would rather just use Ukaki, he doesn't appear to be any better.

This perhaps invites ridicule but there did seem to be a player in there, at least one who could be a squad player.

It’s unfair if he is not given a shot simply because Wilder doesn’t want to lend any credibility to Bord. I’m not saying that’s definite but that degree of pettiness would be disappointing.