January transfer window rumours.

[AGENT_CLARET]

Images of Ekdal at the airport doing the rounds

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Not being funny he looks a hell of a lot older than 24

[MancunianClaret]

Landed in the past hour. Assuming all is well, perhaps we'll see an announcement tomorrow?

[KRBFC]

Personally I don't see the midfield thing, but what do I know?
I thought VK was trying to get Seelt in and loan CJER out in return to get him playing at Eindhoven, presumably as a centre back.

I think you're seriously underestimating the quality of PSV, if Egan Riley isn't getting in our side, there's no chance he's getting in that PSV side especially when Mauro Junior and Boscagli return from injury.

[MancunianClaret]

Not being funny he looks a hell of a lot older than 24

Jonjo Shelvey has reinvented himself with a cheap looking wig and a Swedish accent.

[AGENT_CLARET]

Jonjo Shelvey has reinvented himself with a cheap looking wig and a Swedish accent.

[NewClaret]

In my opinion THB running with the ball into midfield was what we missed last week at times which contributed to a more even game.

I don’t quite recognise this description. THB has been great for us, but I see him more as a “solid defender” than someone who I can recall marauding forward. That’s more Beyer?!

I’ve also been a little unimpressed with THB’s long balls forward at times, although conditions have been awful recently.

Obviously young and plenty of room to improve, so not a criticism just more of an observation on his playing style/strengths.

[summitclaret]

In my opinion THB running with the ball into midfield was what we missed last week at times which contributed to a more even game.

Plus the opposition all know that he can switch play in a flash, which is massive for us, especially with our pace out wide. The guy is destined to go all the way.

[mikaelj]

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That is former Villa striker Marcus Allbäck with him. He is Hjalmars representarive. Also mentioned in sweden that the work permit is sorted

[Conroysleftfoot]

In my opinion THB running with the ball into midfield was what we missed last week at times which contributed to a more even game.

Both THB and Beyer are more then capable of running with the ball into midfield. As THB wasn't playing Coventry only had to worry about Beyer in that respect so made their job easier. Taylor is a good defender but doesn't have the same composure on the ball as our two regular centre backs.

[HiThere]

Not being funny he looks a hell of a lot older than 24

It's the guy on the right who we're signing.

[RVclaret]

Both THB and Beyer are more then capable of running with the ball into midfield. As THB wasn't playing Coventry only had to worry about Beyer in that respect so made their job easier. Taylor is a good defender but doesn't have the same composure on the ball as our two regular centre backs.

Agree with this. I thought our build up play from the back suffered due to this. THB actually has the highest volume of progressive passes/line breaking passes out of all centre backs in the league.

[boatshed bill]

I think you're seriously underestimating the quality of PSV, if Egan Riley isn't getting in our side, there's no chance he's getting in that PSV side especially when Mauro Junior and Boscagli return from injury.

I know the square root of feck all about PSV, only that we were interested in Jenson Seelt.

[bodge]

Marvellous that flight radar has been cranked up again, it didn't go unnoticed here that the flight went very close to the centre of Burnley, if he was sat on the left he would have seen the Yorkshire Street boulevard and the Turf itself.

As for THB, his long passing is excellent and as RV says is vital in us breaking the lines, whereas Beyer is brilliant at ball carrying and committing people, both centre backs are integral to our attacking set up as well as the defensive one of course.

[KlyBfc]

Not being funny he looks a hell of a lot older than 24

Exactly what I thought. More like 42

[KlyBfc]

Agree with this. I thought our build up play from the back suffered due to this. THB actually has the highest volume of progressive passes/line breaking passes out of all centre backs in the league.

I agree. THBs progressive passing through the lines is massively underrated. Some of the passes he plays that splits the opposition are excellent and turn us quickly onto the attack (it’s the main praise I dish out when talking to non Burnley fans about him). Beyer does seem to carry it further in possession which makes them a nice balance. I’m a huge fan of both, though I expect THB to reach a higher level overall.

[RVclaret]

Comments from Konyaspor CEO re the Bosnian

“The numbers (from Besiktas) were not at the level we would accept. There is another offer from England. A more satisfactory offer,”

“We do not want Amir to leave. If an agreement is made to sell, (we will need) a replacement.”

Does look the interest is genuine, then?

[claretspice]

I agree. THBs progressive passing through the lines is massively underrated. Some of the passes he plays that splits the opposition are excellent and turn us quickly onto the attack (it’s the main praise I dish out when talking to non Burnley fans about him). Beyer does seem to carry it further in possession which makes them a nice balance. I’m a huge fan of both, though I expect THB to reach a higher level overall.

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Second this. Beyer has dome well for us and carries forwards well and switches play well. But the thing THB stands for is his 'vertical' passes- ie straight down the pitch. He switches play well enough but the composure and quality to pick a pass through the midfield areas into the front 4 is what really stands out with him. You can tell he's been moulded by City's academy.

[Pickles]

I agree. THBs progressive passing through the lines is massively underrated. Some of the passes he plays that splits the opposition are excellent and turn us quickly onto the attack (it’s the main praise I dish out when talking to non Burnley fans about him). Beyer does seem to carry it further in possession which makes them a nice balance. I’m a huge fan of both, though I expect THB to reach a higher level overall.

Agreed. Harwood-Bellis passes like a centre mid and Beyer dribbles like a winger.

[Carwin261]

Imagine if Kompany had got Beyer ,& THB just to cope in the Championship,he’s now looking for guys to play in the Prem,how good are they going to be?

[AGENT_CLARET]

A new song before he's even through the door

YOUUU CAN DANCE, YOUUU CAN JIVE
HAVING EKDAL AT THE BAAACK
SEE THE TURF
WATCH THE SCENE
WE’VE GOT A F UCKING SWEDE

[burnley007]

Imagine if Kompany had got Beyer ,& THB just to cope in the Championship,he’s now looking for guys to play in the Prem,how good are they going to be?

They are going to be fantastic, I'm pretty confident of that.

[Flying Without Ings]

Nixon has mentioned something about Ekdal but can't see it because its behind a paywall. I'm assuming he's just repeating what the Swedish reporter said.

[ClaretTony]

Nixon has mentioned something about Ekdal but can't see it because its behind a paywall. I'm assuming he's just repeating what the Swedish reporter said.

The Ekdal story has been active all day and suddenly Nixon is onto it

[Flying Without Ings]

The Ekdal story has been active all day and suddenly Nixon is onto it

I'm sure he previously said the deal was effectively off due to work permit issues.

[RVclaret]

Looks like Ekdal could be announced tomorrow then.

Wonder how close Foster is.

[timshorts]

A new song before he's even through the door

YOUUU CAN DANCE, YOUUU CAN JIVE
HAVING EKDAL AT THE BAAACK
SEE THE TURF
WATCH THE SCENE
WE’VE GOT A F UCKING SWEDE

I fitted that into my head into the safety dance music. It went quite nicely given that the last two words get repeated a few times.

I don't think you'll out do Maidstone United's "dancing Breen" to the ABBA music.

[Rileybobs]

If Al’s reporting it then it’s a done deal.

[ClaretTony]

I'm sure he previously said the deal was effectively off due to work permit issues.

He did and he was wrong on that - I think Ekdal will be the next signing

[randomclaret2]

I'm sure he previously said the deal was effectively off due to work permit issues.

He did

[Pickles]

By Ek, we're building a good squad ere.

[Claretnick]

If Al’s reporting it then it’s a done deal.

Just seen this, it is looking good
https://twitter.com/reonboeringa/status ... 6uIKhfbZAA

[123EasyasBFC]

Noticed in Beyers presser Alex James asked him about his future at end of the season and mentioned an option to sign perm if we go up, and Beyer without saying he wants to sign, was saying how much he loves it. I think there must be a clause but Germans are saying there isn’t to please fans so they don’t look like they are letting him go cheap

[ClaretInLeeds]

I hadn’t realised he is Albin Ekdal’s younger brother.

[bobinho]

Swede! Swede! Swede! Swede!

Surely you remember Heartbreak Ridge?

[eastcoastclaret]

Noticed in Beyers presser Alex James asked him about his future at end of the season and mentioned an option to sign perm if we go up, and Beyer without saying he wants to sign, was saying how much he loves it. I think there must be a clause but Germans are saying there isn’t to please fans so they don’t look like they are letting him go cheap

In his BBC interview, he says being here has extended every expectation. I really, really, really enjoy it here and I just hope it continues like that

[Nori1958]

The Ekdal story has been active all day and suddenly Nixon is onto it

I was first to mention it on here at 1.33pm, so he is a little late on this one

[ClaretTony]

I was first to mention it on here at 1.33pm, so he is a little late on this one

I think most of us knew by early afternoon

[Cooclaret]

Agree with this. I thought our build up play from the back suffered due to this. THB actually has the highest volume of progressive passes/line breaking passes out of all centre backs in the league.

He might be an amazing player for us, but I don’t see him in the City starting lineup.

I don’t think he will make it there.

[Grimsdale]

Have the lads from TalkBFC given up with the Brad jones journo account this Jan, not seen any of those rumours pop up on here

No, he's still got his finger on the pulse ...

[Bigvince]

No, he's still got his finger on the pulse ...

Who is Lyle Taylor

[Grimsdale]

Who is Lyle Taylor

32 year old Forest forward. A snip at 7M.

[CrosspoolClarets]

I block that Jones geezer but numerous Twitter reports tonight from overseas accounts suggesting Foster is on his way to us for €7m.

Time will tell. I’m just imagining the reaction down at the Lane as regards our January activity

[Bigvince]

32 year old Forest forward. A snip at 7M.

Is he better than Lyle foster

[ClaretTony]

I block that Jones geezer but numerous Twitter reports tonight from overseas accounts suggesting Foster is on his way to us for €7m.

Time will tell. I’m just imagining the reaction down at the Lane as regards our January activity

This morning on Foster from Mr Reliable Sacha Tavolieri.

[CrosspoolClarets]

I block that Jones geezer but numerous Twitter reports tonight from overseas accounts suggesting Foster is on his way to us for €7m.

Time will tell. I’m just imagining the reaction down at the Lane as regards our January activity

You know…I reckon I’d have heard about this imminent transfer earlier if this thread wasn’t clogged up with folk arguing over broken clocks . Only scan this board two or three times a day so I’ve found out more about clocks than I have about Foster.

Anyway, great news, we’re not far off locking down another league title at this rate.

[whiffa]

You know…I reckon I’d have heard about this imminent transfer earlier if this thread wasn’t clogged up with folk arguing over broken clocks . Only scan this board two or three times a day so I’ve found out more about clocks than I have about Foster.

Anyway, great news, we’re not far off locking down another league title at this rate.

Right bunch of timewasters aren't they!

[NRC]

I fitted that into my head into the safety dance music. It went quite nicely given that the last two words get repeated a few times.

I don't think you'll out do Maidstone United's "dancing Breen" to the ABBA music.

we need simple.....

to the tune of Kumbaya

Hjalmar Ekdal
Hjamar
Hjalmar Ekdal
Hjalmar
Hjalmar Ekdal
Hjalmar
Oh Hjalmar Ekdal

[Steddyman]

Nikon reporting we walked away from the deal, but have now come back in for Ekdal.

Says work permit will still be needed and will likely need to go to appeal.

[Tricky Trevor]

Nikon reporting we walked away from the deal, but have now come back in for Ekdal.

Says work permit will still be needed and will likely need to go to appeal.

Was that a snap decision or did he use a long lens. I’ll shutter up now.