JamesW Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Hey all, What is up with Paul Stalteri? He once again failed to even make the bench today as Tottenham Hotspur played Arsenal. Why is this? I had heard something about a knee. Is that the reason? Any chance he will be packing his bags and leaving Tottenham? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxG Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 He has been injured most of the year.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolando Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Personally I see a real crossroads in his career that may hit critical mass during the January transfer window. At least let him go on loan somewhere and let him play week-in week-out, assuming he can regain his fitness for any length of time. Must be a damn frustrating season for Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettermirror Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Plus the fact that Assou-Ekoto is absolutely brutal at left-back. (paul can be very effective there even though his best spot is right back) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeta Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Yeah, he's not exactly adjusting to the EPL very well so far, but he's a buy so he'll be there for a while yet barring injury. Never gave Diesel a thought at left 'back. His left foot can't be any worse than Lee's which as we all know is absolutely awefull. You know, just when I though Chimboda was starting to show some of last years form he's recently had some pretty dodgy spells himself. Only caught the 1st half of the match from Emirates this early morning but he was getting just killed out there. And that's Arsenal less one T. Henry! Tough break on the penalty call though, but you take your chances on tackles like that. Lots of football still. It's going to be tough getting the fitness and timing up even when he does come back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertuzzi44 Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 quote:Originally posted by Cheeta Yeah, he's not exactly adjusting to the EPL very well so far, but he's a buy so he'll be there for a while yet barring injury. I'm not sure what that means... Wasn't he a Bosman transfer from Bremen after his contract expired? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desigol Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Maybe Diesel could return to Germany, where he's more well known. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettermirror Posted December 2, 2006 Share Posted December 2, 2006 Bert: Cheeta is not referring to Stalteri. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearcatSA Posted December 3, 2006 Share Posted December 3, 2006 quote:Originally posted by Desigol Maybe Diesel could return to Germany, where he's more well known. Back to the Bundesliga would be a good move, even just as a loan. I'm still not sure the extent of his health problems, but he definitely needs first team football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerpro Posted December 4, 2006 Share Posted December 4, 2006 Spurs fans blame him for being responsible for dropping a lot of points last year. I'm pretty sure your not going to see Paul play any real meaningful games for Spurs again. His best move would be back to Germany or somewhere thats he's wanted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCF08 Posted December 4, 2006 Share Posted December 4, 2006 We could really do with him at Feyenoord... We could do with Julian de Guzman as well.. How much would they both cost ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerpro Posted December 4, 2006 Share Posted December 4, 2006 That would be great, we have no problem with anyone going to Feyenoord, as long as they're already cap tied to Canada. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxG Posted December 4, 2006 Share Posted December 4, 2006 Seems Stalteri will be in the squad tomorrow night against Middlesbrough http://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/articles/teamnews041206.html Edgar Davids, Mido and Anthony Gardner remain out, Hossam Ghaly is suspended but Paul Stalteri looks set to return to the squad after his knee injury at MK Dons in October. Martin added: "Paul Stalteri will be in the squad, he's trained well and looked fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted December 4, 2006 Share Posted December 4, 2006 Despite all of the gnashing of teeth over Stalteri he has been injured since the start of the season and although he has made a few attempts at returning (possibly prematurely) he has not been in any shape to fight for his spot. Let us not forget that Stalteri managed to keep his spot at Werder Bremen for years, a team not only equivalent to Spurs but probably actually superior over the last decade, regardless of who they brought in to replace him and despite early criticism from fans about his less than technically beautiful style of play. Let us also not forget that he was a starter on Spurs during their most successful season in recent memory and now the team finds itself back in its usual mid-table position of mediocrity and in fact are not even fully free of relegation danger. There is little similarity between the DeGuzman and Stalteri cases. DeGuzman transferred to a better club in a better league and although he has also had some injury problems he was never a steady starter at this club when fit for whatever reason (possibilities: never given a proper chance by coach, the level of the team was just too high, style didn't suit La Liga). Staleteri transferred to a poorer club in a better league and was a steady starter when fit. I think once he is back in game shape he will be back in the picture as an important player for Spurs. If he is not then we can worry and speculate about his future. He has had a major injury, the first in his career. Let the guy recover and be in a position to be a starter before starting all the speculation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jeffery S. Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 quote:Originally posted by Grizzly Despite all of the gnashing of teeth over Stalteri he has been injured since the start of the season and although he has made a few attempts at returning (possibly prematurely) he has not been in any shape to fight for his spot. Let us not forget that Stalteri managed to keep his spot at Werder Bremen for years, a team not only equivalent to Spurs but probably actually superior over the last decade, regardless of who they brought in to replace him and despite early criticism from fans about his less than technically beautiful style of play. Let us also not forget that he was a starter on Spurs during their most successful season in recent memory and now the team finds itself back in its usual mid-table position of mediocrity and in fact are not even fully free of relegation danger. There is little similarity between the DeGuzman and Stalteri cases. DeGuzman transferred to a better club in a better league and although he has also had some injury problems he was never a steady starter at this club when fit for whatever reason (possibilities: never given a proper chance by coach, the level of the team was just too high, style didn't suit La Liga). Staleteri transferred to a poorer club in a better league and was a steady starter when fit. I think once he is back in game shape he will be back in the picture as an important player for Spurs. If he is not then we can worry and speculate about his future. He has had a major injury, the first in his career. Let the guy recover and be in a position to be a starter before starting all the speculation. I think if you look at Julian's numbers from last year they are in fact quite good, he sat many games, but the coach was rotating the squad and few others in the middle were starting every match, so he was one amongst 4 or 5 getting regular minutes and contributing to a year where they missed a UEFA spot on the last day. This year perhaps his case is like Stalteri's, he has been injured, the team has been trying changes that have not really worked, they are doing worse than last year. Only perhaps Julian will not get a real chance and Paul will. In any case, since his salary at Depor must be good and likely he has a few years of contract left, I doubt he will pick up and leave that quickly or easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 DeGuzman started 17 games last year whereas Stalteri started 33 which is a pretty big difference. Both have had injury problems this year but Stalteri's problems have been more serious. There were quite a few games where DeGuzman was available to play but did not. I would be surprised if he stayed much longer at Depor unless they start giving him some playing time. I expect to see him back in the Bundesliga after the Christmas break or at the latest in the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy_Yank Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 I could see him lining up at right back for Toronto. Isn't he torontese? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loud Mouth Soup Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Chimbonda about to sign a new deal. http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/t/tottenham_hotspur/7048061.stm Said it before-I honestly think this was a bad move for Paul and nothing is changing that opinion. He has to leave sooner rather than later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCF08 Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Quite a shame that it hasnt worked out. I remember him being great at Werder Bremen. Maybe he should go back to Germany. A team like Frankfurt , Hertha BSC , Wolfsburg or Dortmund should be alright for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPjr Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Would anyone give DP money to Paul Staltieri. is he someone TFC should go after? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvroArrow Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 I think TFC has more critical issues then LB. With Wynne, Brennan, and Dunnivant, they have plenty of adequet options on the left side. I would much rather see a dominant centre back or attacking midfielder. Plus, Stalteri probably has a number years left in him to play in a top level European league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 Nitpicking, but although Paul can play left, he is mainly a right sided player. Although I don't think it will happen anytime soon, having Paul and Wynne on the right side at TFC would be nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AvroArrow Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 quote:Originally posted by Ivan Nitpicking, but although Paul can play left, he is mainly a right sided player. Although I don't think it will happen anytime soon, having Paul and Wynne on the right side at TFC would be nice. Yep, you're right. I got mixed up. While TFC could definetly use some help at RB, I wouldn't want to use a DP on one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCF08 Posted October 17, 2007 Share Posted October 17, 2007 If you need a Right Back / Centre Back I have the perfect option for you guys..! A former Cult-Hero of my favourite team Feyenoord. His name is Christian Gyan (2-11-1978) and he's out of contract. Rarely played , always did his job and an absolute succes with the fans. Played a great game in the Uefa Cup final as well. He was born in Ghana but I'm pretty sure he holds a Dutch passport as well. He can play Right-Back and Centre Back and doesnt need a lot of money (Salary). Was on trial at Helsingborg a while back but wasnt offered a contract. He's a pretty funny and religious dude. Always bends down on his knees before a game and praying to the sky or he stands like jesus before the game. It's quite a sight.. 1996/97 Feyenoord 0 0 Eredivisie 1997/98 Excelsior 16 0 Eerste divisie 1997/98 Feyenoord 14 0 Eredivisie 1998/99 Feyenoord 12 1 Eredivisie 1999/00 Feyenoord 9 0 Eredivisie 2000/01 Feyenoord 13 2 Eredivisie 2001/02 Feyenoord 16 0 Eredivisie 2002/03 Feyenoord 12 0 Eredivisie 2003/04 Feyenoord 7 0 Eredivisie 2004/05 Feyenoord 8 0 Eredivisie 2005/06 Feyenoord 2 0 Eredivisie 2006/07 Excelsior 16 0 Eredivisie Total: 125 3 Ghana : 23 Games Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soju Posted October 18, 2007 Share Posted October 18, 2007 gotta love the drunken home made shirt styleee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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