28 Dec 2015 15:57:32
question for the eds,
with Liverpool being linked with several goalkeepers to provide either competition for Mignolet or replace him, what does that mean for Danny Ward. From everything I have read he seems to be doing very well on loan and I know Ed01 has talked highly of him. Will he be given a shot to beat out either Mignolet or whoever we may buy? Also I think Ward is 22 right now, at what age do most keepers enter their prime years I would think it is generally older than outfield players?
Thanks, have a happy new year to all.
{Ed001's Note - well the plan was to give Ward the season on loan and then examine it in the summer and then make the decision. The worry is whether or not we can afford to spend the end of the season relying on Mignolet. From what I am told, it all comes down to what keepers are available for a reasonable price in January. No firm decision can be made until we know what the options are, but Ward is well liked and we do want to hold on to him. We would look to loan him, if a Migs replacement was brought in, similar to the way Chelsea dealt with Courtois.
As for prime years, it is generally older, yes. Normally they are mid-20s before they begin to shine, though there are exception, notably the 16 year old currently in goal for AC Milan. For a keeper, experience is normally at least as important as agility.}
28 Dec 2015 19:36:34
thanks for the info, i feel that Ward could be our future number 1 for a while if he keeps up with this progress!
Regarding mignolet, is klopp aiming to replace him in the near future? january doesn't seem to be a good transfer window to find value for money with the goalkeepers available at the moment!
In your opinion what would you do with our current goalkeeping situation, in all aspects (1st team keeper, reserve, coach, etc)
{Ed002's Note - Read the posts - all covered before.}
28 Dec 2015 19:44:36
Timo Horn is available in January (plays for Koln) . He has a buyout clause of around €6 million. He Has huge potential IMO but most importantly he's already a substantial upgrade on Mignolet.
29 Dec 2015 00:12:04
The Milan kid is truly amazing! Not many 16 year olds any positions nowadays, I can't think of many keepers around under 20 even!
29 Dec 2015 00:22:12
Eds with what you're saying, then it wouldn't make sense that we are offering Migs a new contract. Are we or are we not in the process of offering him a new contract? Thanks.
{Ed001's Note - I am pretty sure this has already been done to death on here, but it does make sense if you intend to give Ward time to develop.}
29 Dec 2015 02:56:39
Simone Scuffet of Udinese is another to look out for only 19.
29 Dec 2015 12:12:02
Ward has lots going for him, he's tall, agile, commands his box and communicates well, good distribution and uses the ball well. Has kept 11 clean sheets this season which is a superb achievement. I'd be happy to see him given the opportunity.