Author Topic: Matty Phillips (Read 409115 times)

caravanc58 · « **Reply #575 on:** July 04, 2016, 06:22:59 PM »

think he will fit in well can see why pulis wants him, he does work hard from what I've seen but does have an end product. definitely an upgrade on both Gardner and McClean.

Foster#1 · « **Reply #576 on:** July 04, 2016, 06:23:52 PM »

Quote from: tommcneill on July 04, 2016, 06:19:55 PM

Seriously

He should have not only been in the squad, he should have been starting over Sterling

Townsend is a quality player and I'm gutted we didnt get him.

Not overly confident in Phillips, will support him and hope he does do well should he sign, from what I have seen there is a decent player in there and he can tackle and drive forward too.

Heres hoping

If Townsend was good enough for England then spurs would of kept him not actively look to ship him out

LiamTheBaggie · « **Reply #577 on:** July 04, 2016, 06:32:52 PM »

Well he has to be a damn sight better than our wide options last season.

Pulis has spoken at length about getting the ball into the middle quickly and Phillips will aid that. I get the feeling Matt Phillips crossing for Rondon to head home maybe heard a few times next season!

Adder · « **Reply #578 on:** July 04, 2016, 06:33:39 PM »

He did well with QPR in the prem and has pace and some end product.
The championship is a 2 game a week slog which will suit some but not others.
Hopefully his best years are in front of him with us.

I think we need 3 genuine widemen. Phillips and Leko are two but I'd like to see McManaman sold and another brought in.
I suspect though we will still see McLean, Morrison and Gardner filling the wide spots on occasions.

caravanc58 · « **Reply #579 on:** July 04, 2016, 06:43:28 PM »

Quote from: Adder on July 04, 2016, 06:33:39 PM

He did well with QPR in the prem and has pace and some end product.
The championship is a 2 game a week slog which will suit some but not others.
Hopefully his best years are in front of him with us.

I think we need 3 genuine widemen. Phillips and Leko are two but I'd like to see McManaman sold and another brought in.
I suspect though we will still see McLean, Morrison and Gardner filling the wide spots on occasions.

I do hope you're wrong Adder.

Dan · « **Reply #580 on:** July 04, 2016, 06:59:32 PM »

Anything that prevents Craig Gardner starting as a winger (or at all) is an improvement.

botters · « **Reply #581 on:** July 04, 2016, 09:41:06 PM »

I think Pulis will use Morrison or possibly Phillips behind Rondon.

DanSinar Odemwingie · « **Reply #582 on:** July 04, 2016, 09:43:35 PM »

Quote from: botters on July 04, 2016, 09:41:06 PM

I think Pulis will use Morrison or possibly Phillips behind Rondon.

id use morrison behind rondon as would be better suited there in my opinion

botters · « **Reply #583 on:** July 04, 2016, 10:13:13 PM »

Quote from: DanSinar Odemwingie on July 04, 2016, 09:43:35 PM

id use morrison behind rondon as would be better suited there in my opinion

Yes agree entirely

ripryan1971 · « **Reply #584 on:** July 04, 2016, 10:54:42 PM »

I think MP will provide everything Pulis wants in a wide player.

He can beat a man with his pace
Puts fantastic crosses in
Provides assists
Tracks back and works hard
Provides an extra outlet on goal kicks, because of his size he should be out jumping fullbacks, instead of asking Dawson too do it

Capable of taking set pieces, or if we can get another quality wide man in, would provide another big presence in the box.

Ticks every box for me, as everyone says, it's an upgrade on what we've had at a decent price.

hardtobeat · « **Reply #585 on:** July 05, 2016, 08:24:45 AM »

Hasnt he played at f/b at times as well or have i dreamt that ?

Hull Baggie · « **Reply #586 on:** July 05, 2016, 08:39:44 AM »

Quote from: ripryan1971 on July 04, 2016, 10:54:42 PM

I think MP will provide everything Pulis wants in a wide player.

He can beat a man with his pace
Puts fantastic crosses in
Provides assists
Tracks back and works hard
Provides an extra outlet on goal kicks, because of his size he should be out jumping fullbacks, instead of asking Dawson too do it

Capable of taking set pieces, or if we can get another quality wide man in, would provide another big presence in the box.

Ticks every box for me, as everyone says, it's an upgrade on what we've had at a decent price.

Not sure what you mean , but you seem to be suggesting that he is taller than Dawson which he isn't.

Agree that he is an upgrade and at a decent price.

stokelad84 · « **Reply #587 on:** July 05, 2016, 09:19:10 AM »

Quote from: hardtobeat on July 05, 2016, 08:24:45 AM

Hasnt he played at f/b at times as well or have i dreamt that ?

hardtobeat, I think you're confusing him with Antonio at West Ham.

Pulis is signing Phillips predominantly to put more crosses into the box.

cornishbaggie · « **Reply #588 on:** July 05, 2016, 10:16:29 AM »

Quote from: gerry m on July 04, 2016, 02:35:29 PM

PAUL Suart on twitter
https://twitter.com/PaulSuartWBA/status/749948455938846720?s=04

But im thinking what happens if he fails his medical or fails to agree terms?

hasn't signed yet. i imagine JP will fall off his chair when Phillips asks for Â£100k per week

ripryan1971 · « **Reply #589 on:** July 05, 2016, 11:28:28 AM »

Lol Hull Baggie

I'm suggesting instead of aiming for Dawson every goal kick, we can now aim for MP if needed, nothing too do with height, just another option. As you might of noticed that's our outlet from a goal kick, rather than hit it long too Rondon, who doesn't have a brilliant standing still jump.

Hull Baggie · « **Reply #590 on:** July 05, 2016, 11:35:37 AM »

Quote from: ripryan1971 on July 05, 2016, 11:28:28 AM

Lol Hull Baggie

I'm suggesting instead of aiming for Dawson every goal kick, we can now aim for MP if needed, nothing too do with height, just another option. As you might of noticed that's our outlet from a goal kick, rather than hit it long too Rondon, who doesn't have a brilliant standing still jump.

Ah cheers for clearing that up for me. Agree with you on all points!

Mikkyk · « **Reply #591 on:** July 05, 2016, 11:37:41 AM »

Quote from: Hull Baggie on July 05, 2016, 08:39:44 AM

Not sure what you mean , but you seem to be suggesting that he is taller than Dawson which he isn't.

Agree that he is an upgrade and at a decent price.

I think he means instead of having to push Dawson up from right back, he can be the wide target man as a right winger.

Throstletown · « **Reply #592 on:** July 05, 2016, 11:53:39 AM »

Fozzie best start learning to kick a ball then in pre season

VANDERLEI · « **Reply #593 on:** July 05, 2016, 12:51:12 PM »

At the training ground having a medical according to the E&D

B_H_Baggie · « **Reply #594 on:** July 05, 2016, 07:45:41 PM »

Expected to be announced officially tomorrow according to Matt Wilson from the Express and Star on Twitter.

Standaman · « **Reply #595 on:** July 06, 2016, 08:14:50 AM »

It's a start, if he joins we have a Right Winger that Pulis might play which is progress.

WednesburyAlbion · « **Reply #596 on:** July 06, 2016, 10:34:34 AM »

Confirmed.

Welcome Matty boy

Fritzl Palace · « **Reply #597 on:** July 06, 2016, 10:37:07 AM »

Welcome to the club. Here's hoping he is a success.

hardtobeat · « **Reply #598 on:** July 06, 2016, 10:39:02 AM »

Welcome and please dont leave the rest too far behind in the sprint tests

MarkW · « **Reply #599 on:** July 06, 2016, 10:45:18 AM »

http://www.wba.co.uk/news/article/2016-17/albion-west-brom-matt-phillips-nick-hammond-3170378.aspx

Great top flight chance for new man - Pulis

ALBION have confirmed the Club's first new signing of the summer transfer window with the arrival of Matt Phillips from Queen's Park Rangers.

The 25-year-old Scottish international has agreed a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee with the details tied up in time for Phillips to join his new team mates for the pre-season fitness camp in Austria.

Head Coach Tony Pulis said: "We're really pleased to have Matty on board. This is a great chance for him to show everyone he belongs in the top-flight of English football."

Technical Director Nick Hammond said: "I think it's fair to say Matt has been on the radar for a period of time and we're very pleased to have finally got his signature.

"He's a great acquisition because he adds to the versatility within the group. He gives us both wide positions and is also able to play as a central striker.

"We're absolutely delighted to welcome Matt to the club."