I saw Magic score

Friday 8 May 2009

Current squad

Enckleman - has done OK in the games he's played in this season. Heaton, Taylor and the greek tragedy proved no better. Needs to improve his kicking.

McNaughton - has had an outstanding season. His performance against Sheff Utd bordered on the heroic. I think he could attract interest from the Prem.

Kennedy - I'm not a massive fan. Clearly doesn't get forward enough. Every time he ventures beyond the half way line, he panics and scuttles back. Supposedly has a 'sweet left foot', but his delivery this season was below par. He did a good job shepherding Wayne Routledge at home though. Wouldn't be my first choice left back next season. Keep him as back up.

Johnson - again, nothing short of heroic this season. I thought he was going to play every minute of every game this season, but the flailing arms of Claude Davis put pay to that. Attracting Premier League interest, and quite rightly so. He'll be off this summer, and good luck to him. Sunderland maybe??

Gyepes - the giant Hungarian has been a large centre half shaped gem this season. Early doors this season we all wondered when he was going to replace Purse, and when he did he took to it like duck to water. Some of goal saving tackles this term have been 'Bobby Mooresque'. Has signed a new contract so will be staying.

Rae - a mixed season. His early pairing with McPhail didn't work. His combination with Leds was a bit more fruitful. Should've chipped in with more goals this season.

Ledley - I think he's had an average season. He's popped up to score vital goals, but like the rest for team disappeared at the crucial end I'd be very surprised if he's still with us next season.

Burke - I wasn't too sure about him at first , but I've started to warm to him. Gives the team much needed width at times, and if he's a starter next season he could figure prominantly

Chopra - not exactly the player he was when we sold him. He's still a proven goalscorer and I think it's been hard to find a sense of momentum

McCormack - another Scottish gem, and a bargain too. Will run his little socks off for the team. I'd love to see him stay, but will undoubtedly attract Premier interest. Looks like Sunderland are sniffing around.

Bothroyd - on his day he can look unstoppable. Superb at holding the ball, but can equally be so frustrating to watch, especially when up against big Championship centre halves. 20 plus goals from him next season are a must.

Sak - has very much been in the goalkeeping shadows this season. Seemingly not ready to be no.2 choice goalie.

Comminges - he's a squad player really, and not one of Championship quality. Frequently looks out of his depth and gets caught in possession. Could bolster up the squad next season.

Purse - where do you start? Every time Dazzler steps on the pitch, my heart sinks in knowing of the impending calamity to come. But fair's fair, he's had his falling out, but done a job. Will probably be on his way out.

Capaldi - struggled with injury and has not been able to take Kennedy's place away from him. I hope he's first choice next season. Long throws are an asset, and have been sorely missed.

Blake - the games he played in, he did OK. He's had a few heart stopping moments this season, but I prefer him to Comminges.

Dennehy - a work in progress. Hasn't figured at all this season resulting in a loan spell at Hereford. With new players coming in, especially if Johnson and Purse ae replaced, he could find himself further down the pecking order.

Parry - has to go. I'll even drive him to his new club myself.

Whittingham - lacked consistency and any kind of prolonged first team place. Injuries didn't help. He's got a good footballing brain, and an eye for a through ball, but his performances failed to deliver

McPhail - another one I'd like to see move on, but I don't think he will. His two reds practically ended his season. His appearances towards the end were mostly anonymous.

Scimeca - could figure next season. He's way past his best, but I'd like to see more ballsy midfield signings during the summer rather than Scimeca sitting on the bench.

Feeney - loan spell at Dundee Utd is over. I'd like to see him given a chance. Has played well in Scotland, and likewise in a Northern Ireland shirt.

Wildig, Matthew, Morris, Brown & Magennis - ones for the future....hopefully

Make no bones about it. The team is going to look different next season. Pray God it's one that last for 46 games not 42.