Offiah

JJpool said:
He had that strength and pace, could go on those winding runs.

Defensively he had pace to get back in league 1, will be harder in the championship.

But he did also at times get a bit found out and was part of a defence that conceded a lot of goals. Stockport away comes to mind where he had a stinker and struggled with direct balls up to a strong striker.

Don't get me wrong in league 1 he'd have been an ambitious and good signing, with potential.

If you compare him to Lyons it's a case of different strengths, Lyons looked very good at times in the championship. Can score goals, assists. Not maybe as fast or as strong though.

I asked ai to analyse the stats for andy since he's been here vs offiah, also just league 1 comparison, and this was the conclusion...

"Andy Lyons is the better player on a per-game basis since joining Blackpool, driven by his superior goal involvement (0.24 vs. 0.05–0.08 per 90 overall, 0.19 vs. 0.05 in League One) and defensive discipline, despite a higher goals conceded rate (1.25 vs. 0.93 per 90 overall, 1.05 vs. 0.93 in League One). Odel Offiah was more reliable in 2024/25, with better defensive metrics and unmatched consistency, but Lyons’ versatility, attacking flair, and potential make him the stronger long-term option if he maintains fitness."
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Last four words of the AI summary are key. Let’s hope he does 💪
 
Offiah will play in the Prem one day.

His only issue is he doesn’t like right back, according to Bruce. Prefers centre back. His biggest strength are his attacking runs forward. Hopefully this stands in his way of progress at Preston if he and heckingbottom disagree over his position
 
Well going against the grain here but whilst he was good for us in league 1 and had the strength and pace to recover I'm not actually convinced he will get to the prem like some are. Will certainly have a good career in the championship so maybe at the right team maybe get promoted up there but there were a few times up against the better wingers in league 1 where I thought he was found out and that will happen more and more in the championship.
Good luck to him wherever he goes and as I said he was good for us but I just never thought he was levels above our team or the league.
 
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I dont think he will play at a higher level as a centre back. Watch some games back and look at how bad he was in the air. Basically closed his eyes and went in any direction. Do think he could play higher level as a right back though
 
NobberInPeace said:
Again, here in peace - One that has been simmering for a while and never quite felt it would happen, but looking at your fans' reactions, it appears to be a decent signing.

Any genuine thoughts on Offiah? RCB/RB ?
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Excellent with us - but if he is now a nobber - he can do one
 
I hope he doesn’t, he was great for us and he must have other options than Preston.
 
I’m another in the minority who thinks he wasn’t as good as made out

Yes he has power and pace but doesn’t win many headers which is pretty important if he has designs on being a centre back

Good going forward but not that good defensively

He’s a fabulous athlete but there isn’t an obvious position to play him- maybe right of three centre backs in a back 5?
 
Cheers for the honest opionions, both good and bad are useful and probably explains why we are in with a chance of signing him because he isn't yet that finished article because if he was then sounds like we wouldn't be anywhere near us
bill40 said:
I call BS on this no way is Offiah going to the nobbers unless it's a loan.
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Why?
 
NobberInPeace said:
Cheers for the honest opionions, both good and bad are useful and probably explains why we are in with a chance of signing him because he isn't yet that finished article because if he was then sounds like we wouldn't be anywhere near us

Why?
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It's not even certain he's available to buy, you couldn't afford him, he wouldn't agree to sign for you and most importantly of all I would be cross with him. The last one is the one that matters.
 
NobberInPeace said:
Cheers for the honest opionions, both good and bad are useful and probably explains why we are in with a chance of signing him because he isn't yet that finished article because if he was then sounds like we wouldn't be anywhere near us

Why?
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Good signing for your lot. He should do well for you. Hope he is your MOM in lots of 1 nil loses !
A good move 4 you
 
I rarely saw him get beat one on one by a winger all season and he didn't get a lot of cover from Apter either.

Deceptively good going forward as well and possibly didn't do it enough.

He was my player of the season and if he wasn't a loan probably would have won the club award.

Nobbers play 3 at the back don't they so assume he'll play right in a 3 which won't expose him as much as in a 2. Not sure he's a rwb but you never know and I'm sure he'll have a fair crack at it if so.

I think there's some (understandable) bitterness on this thread, but let's have it right, he'll be a great signing for them.
 
IF Nob End sign him it's a great move for them and good for Offiah. He is ready for the Championship, and Preston would seem about right as mid to lower part of that division. He's not quite there for a top end team but has the raw assets of strength, pace and touch to get there. If he does play as RWB I actually think that is better for him than the traditional RB role. Less exposure defensively and he was showing real ability going forward and getting past players for us.

I suspect he will still have the '1 serious gaff a game' factor that he had with us, and that Marv suffered from, at least to start with. Anyone's guess if he ever grows beyond that and gains the mental strength too If he does he'll be a great asset and too good for them.
 
pooljimbo said:
I rarely saw him get beat one on one by a winger all season and he didn't get a lot of cover from Apter either.

Deceptively good going forward as well and possibly didn't do it enough.

He was my player of the season and if he wasn't a loan probably would have won the club award.

Nobbers play 3 at the back don't they so assume he'll play right in a 3 which won't expose him as much as in a 2. Not sure he's a rwb but you never know and I'm sure he'll have a fair crack at it if so.

I think there's some (understandable) bitterness on this thread, but let's have it right, he'll be a great signing for them.
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Good post.
Let’s just smile and move on, he was never our player and even if he wasn’t signing for them he wouldn’t be coming here so makes absolutely no difference to us either way, let’s concentrate on what we are doing.
On their forum they are just waiting for the bitter posts so let’s not give them the satisfaction.
 
Ambitious from them but their problems run deep. I think if they start badly it’s going to a miserable season for them especially when we have a great season
 
This has to be the last big push for the Nobbers, because if it doesn’t Hemmings surely will pull the plug
 
Don’t think they are broke , just losing loads of money every season , supposed it depends on how long the Hemings family continue funding it .Unfortunately they have a wage budget far superior to us, even if it financial suicide with the gates and revenue they receive..
Good signing though , but that shirt is hideous, probably worse than our wonga shirt
 
Badwelder said:
Don’t think they are broke , just losing loads of money every season , supposed it depends on how long the Hemings family continue funding it .Unfortunately they have a wage budget far superior to us, even if it financial suicide with the gates and revenue they receive..
Good signing though , but that shirt is hideous, probably worse than our wonga shirt
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Can’t see there being many shirt sales that’s for sure . Agree it looks absolutely dreadful.

Players have to want to put on the shirt . It looks ridiculous .
 
There's no doubt this is a good signing for them - you can tell when a player has what it takes to play at a higher level and Offiah is definitely one of those.

However, they've also signed some very mediocre players. Jordan Thompson was let go by a club that's consistently struggled in the same league. And we know that he's not a world beater. I suspect they'll have a similar season as they have for the last few years i.e. mid to lower mid table.
 
I am surprised he has signed for them but you've got to admit that is a huge statement of intent. Offiah is the perfect player on the right side of three, he is still a bit raw but has all the physical attributes to be top end Championship player.
 
Sad fact is as long as they’re still willing and able to lose 10+ million a year they will likely be ahead of us, this is a great signing for them. Been a while since I’ve seen a fullback as solid , who could effortlessly push forward without losing the ball.

Cant blame him, higher league, bigger wages, one great season and you get a PL move.
 
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