Jon 0 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Sorry if I took that too far Jon, just a bit annoyed by this all. Attacking without even a small understanding of the circumstances. Don't worry about it mate, seems we feel the same way.....I'd rather the facts than just the usual blame. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gribz 846 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 This whole thread smacks of consiparacy theories and nonsense. Slagging Walter left right and centre whilst admitting you do not know why he's not getting a game. Whilst I too admittedly have not been to reserve games, general consensus from fans who have attended reserve games is that he has been very poor so far and currently the likes of Loy and Fleck woudl be ahead of him. And before people start on Smith saying if he's that bad and using it as another reason to attack the manager, there may be plenty of reasons for hsi lack of form. One I know of is that he did not complete a proper pre-season and another may be the difficulties in adapting to another culture, climate and style of football, especially for a young boy abraod (and yes I am aware he went on loan to Greece). Its not the first time though mate. Just need to mention Alan Gow!! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanmidd 0 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Alan Gow was a totally different situation. Aaron hasn't been playing as he hasn't been doing well enough for the reserves. I'm sure if he was any good he's be in 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
calscot 0 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 I'm sure if Gow got a regular game instead of Adam, the same people slagging Adam would now be berating Gow and clamouring for him to be dropped... Adam showed far more promise than Gow... Aaron is only 18 and players that age rarely get a game for a top team unless they are exceptional and show maturity in the game beyond their years. Those players, however, are usually worth upwards of 20M - we can't afford any of those. Anyone expecting a freebie to be the new Fabrigas, Messie, Ronaldo or Rooney, is pretty optimistic. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted November 24, 2008 Author Share Posted November 24, 2008 I'm sure if Gow got a regular game instead of Adam, the same people slagging Adam would now be berating Gow and clamouring for him to be dropped... Adam showed far more promise than Gow... Aaron is only 18 and players that age rarely get a game for a top team unless they are exceptional and show maturity in the game beyond their years. Those players, however, are usually worth upwards of 20M - we can't afford any of those. Anyone expecting a freebie to be the new Fabrigas, Messie, Ronaldo or Rooney, is pretty optimistic. You're clutching at straws. No one knows how Gow would've turned out if he played for the 1st team on a regular basis. No one on Gersnet knows what the stroy is/was with Gow. As for Adam, when did he show promise? He's been gash since day 1! He can't pass or tackle to an acceptable standard and his shooting is dreadful!! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super_Ally 0 Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Don't know if the rumour was posted here. Perhaps not helping to repeat it; but apparently Gow had a training ground bust up with McDowall and that's why he never got a shot. Take with a pinch of salt though. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gribz 846 Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 Anyone expecting a freebie to be the new Fabrigas, Messie, Ronaldo or Rooney, is pretty optimistic. And added to Gav's post above, nobody expects a player of this level, we just want to see what the lad can do and hope that he is possibly a bit more gifted than Adam. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig 5,199 Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 You're clutching at straws. No one knows how Gow would've turned out if he played for the 1st team on a regular basis. No one on Gersnet knows what the stroy is/was with Gow. As for Adam, when did he show promise? He's been gash since day 1! He can't pass or tackle to an acceptable standard and his shooting is dreadful!! Sorry calscot but I have to agree with Gav. What justification do you have that Adam has ever shown more promise than Gow ? Without justification your argument is nothing but supposition. Gow was a proven SPL player when he came to Rangers and it was widely accepted that Rangers were picking up a decent player. Charlie Adam has never been any better than that. IMO the best that could be said is that they had similar promise. Gow never got his chance but that doesnt mean he is a lesser player than Adam as we dont know why he never got his chance (though the management team were highly complimentary after his debut in LA....) 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
calscot 0 Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 When we signed Gow, I remember howls of derision and cries of lack of ambition. Whereas Adam was having a great season for St Mirren and people were genuinely enthused by him. It could be the fact he was only 19 (compared to Gow being what 24?) at the time - and you know how fans get excited by a promising teenager... He has also kept the interest of 3 Rangers managers. I personally don't think he's really making the grade but find the excessive criticism somewhat ironic. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted November 25, 2008 Author Share Posted November 25, 2008 Going from an being excited by a promising teenager to pulling your hair out at a play who, when given a chance is truly awful! When he was at St Mirren on loan they were in the 1st Division. Maybe he found his level back then! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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