BobbyBiscuit Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 I've heard his fitness levels are phenomenal. Quote
stoney Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Every time i have seen him hes been very good. But the question has to be asked - why are united letting him go if hes that good? Quote
Reekie_Red Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 I would love to try to break into the Scotland team and I feel moving Aberdeen could help my cause. :lolabove: Quote
Reekie_Red Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 But the question has to be asked - why are united letting him go if hes that good? Same reason we had to let Nicholson go. He wanted a fresh start elsewhere, as he's been at Tannalice for five years. That's a LONG time for footballers these days. Especially in Dundee! Five years in Dundee? No wonder his fitness levels are phenomenal ... constantly running from the minkers Quote
Tyrant Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Was he offered a deal to stay at united? Not as far as I know. And obviously nothing concrete from England either. Quote
Guest swaddon Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Every time i have seen him hes been very good. But the question has to be asked - why are united letting him go if hes that good? Because United probably can't afford to keep him, and so a bigger club has been able to offer him more money and more chance of success. Quote
tlg1903 Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Im sure i read that he had turned down a contract offer from utd but i cant find anything about it on the beeb website. Quote
Kowalski Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Friends reunited as Kerr signs on Pittodrie star Miller seals the deal By Andrew Moir Published: 03/07/2008 MARK Kerr today revealed old friend Lee Miller convinced him to join the Dons. The former Dundee United midfielder has agreed a two-year deal with Aberdeen and will complete his move north on Monday. The Evening Express reported in May that Jimmy Calderwood was in for Kerr. The 26-year-old turned his back on a move to England to further his Scotland career and he could not be happier. “I spoke to my old Dundee United pal Lee Miller and he couldn’t speak highly enough of the manager,†he said. “I wouldn’t say Lee’s words alone convinced me, but they were good to hear. “It’s a great move. Jimmy Calderwood impressed me with his ambition and I know Aberdeen are a big club. “I thought it would be best for my career if I headed to England. “But I began to realise that the SPL’s getting better, and I can still improve playing up here. “I also want to play for Scotland one day and playing for Jimmy at Aberdeen can help me do that.†Calderwood has vowed to help his latest recruit Kerr fulfil his international dream. The former Falkirk man already has one B cap, but wants a place in George Burley’s senior squad. And Calderwood couldn’t be happier to beat off competition from a host of English clubs to finally land his man. “Had Mark opted to go down south it would probably have been at a club lower than the Championship,†said Calderwood. “No disrespect, but that was never going to help his case in terms of breaking into the Scotland set-up. “I’m convinced if he can perform well for Aberdeen then George Burley will take notice. “He’s certainly not going to be forgotten about which could have happened had he slipped into the lower leagues. “Mark was a vital cog in Dundee United’s team and I’m just pleased he’s coming our way. “He used to allow guys like Willo Flood, Morgaro Gomis and Barry Robson to express themselves, so he should help the likes of Jamie Smith. “Although he played more as a holding player for Dundee United, he’s still a very good passer. “He’s also a gem in the dressing room so should fit in well with the rest of the lads.†Quote
Guest swaddon Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 So he just needs to pass the medical and the granny-kicking ceremony, then he's ours. Quote
Superstar Tradesman Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 “I spoke to my old Dundee United pal Lee Miller and he couldn’t speak highly enough of the manager,†he said. Maybe Lee and Mark should listen to the fans who think they know JC better. Quote
Tyrant Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Of course the players like Jimmy. He lets the get pished. Quote
??? Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Of course the players like Jimmy. He lets the get pished. Who let you get pished? Quote
Mackie's ace! Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Was he offered a deal to stay at united? I believe Craig Levein mentioned in a radio interview towards the end of the season that he'd like Kerr to stay but expected him to go. Quote
TENEMENTFUNSTER Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 I believe Craig Levein mentioned in a radio interview towards the end of the season that he'd like Kerr to stay but expected him to go. Indeed. Levein wanted him to stay. But let's not enjoy the fact we a have a signing that genuinely lifts the standard and improves us. Quote
??? Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Very good signing by JC, and an unexpected one at that as I for one thought that we'd missed our chance with Kerr. Regardless what anyone thinks of JC, he's managed to acquire another good player on a free transfer. Says something about him that he's managed to convince another player up here to Aberdeen. Still got some work to do but we've got the makings of a pretty decent side for next season. Getting the left-back position sorted out must be next on the list. Hope he can pull something else out of the bag. *crossesfingers* Quote
stoney Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 Indeed. Levein wanted him to stay. But let's not enjoy the fact we a have a signing that genuinely lifts the standard and improves us. is he better then nicolson, nooooooop so thats not an improvement is it Quote
Mackie's ace! Posted July 3, 2008 Report Posted July 3, 2008 But Kerr isn't a money grabbing twat. Quote
stoney Posted July 4, 2008 Report Posted July 4, 2008 But Kerr isn't a money grabbing twat. Yeah thats why he turned down a heap of teams to sign for big spending united Quote
Sharpie Posted July 4, 2008 Report Posted July 4, 2008 is he better then nicolson, nooooooop so thats not an improvement is it He's a different player to Nicholson. Kerr isn't as dynamic but I think he's more comfortable and clever with the ball. You'll see less punt from the back with Kerr in the team as he will offer himself where not many from the midfield did last season. I don't think you've been very objective with your assessment. Quote
wee toon red Posted July 4, 2008 Report Posted July 4, 2008 is he better then nicolson, nooooooop so thats not an improvement is it It's an improvement on the squad that turned up to start pre-season training tho Quote
Guest Robo Posted July 4, 2008 Report Posted July 4, 2008 Fuck knows what it means for Touzani right enough... We'll find out VERY soon, heard from a good friend we'll find out whats happening with him soon. Can't reveal his name though, because its protected by data protection act. Quote
BobbyBiscuit Posted July 4, 2008 Report Posted July 4, 2008 Sparta Rotterdam are in for him I believe. Quote
Slim Posted July 4, 2008 Report Posted July 4, 2008 Kerr was offered a new deal by Utd but they wanted him to take a pay cut because he was on a big contract when he signed when McCall was manager. Quote
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