BIg Sams signs Joey Barton - inspired deal or potential disaster?  

I think we need a whole new defence, our attacking options are sorted. Perhaps a young holding midfielder as butt is getting on, but I would like a new back four that will provide cover for shay given. On his day he is the best keeper in the prem.

I can assure you that Big Sam will make Newcastle one of the top teams in the prem. He's a class mananger and a good guy too, i've met him a few times. He'll give Newcastle the team spirit they've been lacking since Keegan left.

They wont win anything,they wont qualify for the champions league,they might qualify for the inter toto cup,

Sorry jimbo but there's much more to visiting the toon than shopping centres. Did you go to St James Park and experience the best atmosphere in football? Did you hear the singing? Did you go to Strawberry Hill for a pint and some great crack? Did you climb up the hill to see the Angel of the North?

Geordie land is heaven for football supporters.

I predict that Toon Army will be so happy with Sam Allerdyce that Big Sam will stay for years. I reckon we are in for a sustained period of development for our team.

I don't expect immediate success overnight but I am hoping for trophies within the next 3-to-5 years. It is a time for feeling positive after 38 years without a major prize.

However, I am worried about Joey Barton's short fuse. One thing we do not need is for the young man to lose his temper and succumb to violence, either on or off the field.

I understand the concern of Barton's short fuse, but remember players like Keane, Cantona, Rooney, had short fuses. He brings passions, and WOW, do you guys need that. I'm Manchester United fan, but i do like watching the Toon Army play. When you get it right, i can see you challenging for Champs League spots.

Of all the english teams,Newcastle are my favorites by miles,lets face it,the geordies are the best english folks by a mile.
Also Gazza is a guy that was very close to my heart,I support Rangers.
I would like nothing better than to see newcastle get the better of the chelsea,s and arsenals of this world,and man utd to.
The question is,will big sam be given the time,I am not so sure.He is a great manager,of that there is no doubt.
I have been to St James park a few times,and I agree the atmosphere is fantastic,but not as good as Ibrox at a celtic game.Mind you,not much comes close to that,apart from the same fixture at Parkhead.
I think both Rangers,and I hate to say it,but Celtic to,will do quite well in next seasons champions league,and with a bit of luck,in a couple of years,Newcastle could be there to.

Hi there Jimbo,
I'm living in Edinburgh these days (since February). I like the old firm too. I lean a tad more towards Celtic if anything.
What do you think about the Scottish Premier League? The way things are set up these days, what with the big money around, it seems impossible for any other teams to break the dominance of the two big Glasgow giants.
Don't you get sick of the annual two-horse-race?I'm interested in knowing whether a Rangers supporter would like to see a more even competition. It must be hard for Celtic or Rangers to improve the quality of their football.

You watch Barton will be great for us. As I said he's admitted he's had problems, the only difference between him asnd us is that his everymove is posted all over the media. Have we all had a fight or a disagreement. Do we know what really happened or just what the media has told us.

As for Owen he's stated previously he wants to see out his contract. Why would any player want to leave us at the mo. Parker and Sib wanted to stay. If Owen leaves it'll be his loss and lets face it it's not like we wont have the money to replace him. This is being blown outta proportion imo.

I agree with what Stantos is saying. I really think Barton will be a fantastic signing for Newcastle. He's exactly what you need. He's more dynamic version of Scott Parker. He also rarely gets injured. Big Sam knows what he's doing and i'm delighed for the Newcastle fans, because i think it's about time some glory headed your way. You do need to get some defenders in though.

I agree with what Stantos is saying. I really think Barton will be a fantastic signing for Newcastle. He's exactly what you need. He's more dynamic version of Scott Parker. He also rarely gets injured. Big Sam knows what he's doing and i'm delighed for the Newcastle fans, because i think it's about time some glory headed your way. You do need to get some defenders in though.

Thats roberto, ive started a new thread on transfer targets and listed a projected line up, take a look