numpty Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 A back-handed way of trying to attract some bids, perhaps? http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/football/spl/...86908-21063340/ MOTHERWELL manager Mark McGhee is delighted no one has come in for rejuvenated striker David Clarkson. The 23-year-old has been back to his best recently and scored a superb goal against Dundee United last Sunday. McGhee said: "David's body shape and the way he moves is better. He now looks more of an athlete - bigger and quicker. "I watched some games on DVD and in one match, David had more touches than anyone else but gave the ball away 74 per cent of the time so I worked on him retaining possession. "He now has a Scotland cap and is a completely different animal." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mon_da_well Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Possibly, but the difference between Clarkson under Malpas and now is unbelievable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
punk_in_drublic Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 I dont necesarilly think he is trying to say he is available, most likely scenario is a reporter has asked him about Clarkys progress and he has responded with that. We never get the questions asked quoted, only the answers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malky79 Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Clarkson still often looks a bit rough round the edges and awkward but he for me absolutely vital to the team. Hope he around for seasons to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daver Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Strangely, the statistic that he used to give the ball away 74% of the time doesn't surprise me! Is it any wonder people used to get on his back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wellfan1984 Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 It is scary to think he is still only 23 though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motherwell Football Club Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Still think he could be a top class player. He reminds me or Bergkamp, without the finesse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motherwell Seagull Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 I think a lot of Porters headlines are made by the hard work of Clarky. McGhee has improved Clarky (not altogether sure when I could last comment on a Motherwell manager actually improving a player) and I suspect that there is a lot still to come from him. If he can become a regular goalscorer as well as maintain his link up play and tireless running he will be a fantastic player who will attract a lot of attention, and possibly a big bid or two (not that I am in a hurry to loose him). mon_da_well makes a good point - the improvement in the team from Malpas to McGhee is personified by the turnround in Clark'ys performances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airfinz Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Still think he could be a top class player. He reminds me or Bergkamp, without the finesse. Totally agree, though was reticent to mention it as it sounds outrageous! Clarky's technique has improved almost 10 fold since the gray days of the MoMal regime! His overall play has improved far greater than I could have imagined, and he is approaching 'complete player' status in my opinion! As Lord McGhee states, his physique has dramatically improved in his Lordship's time at the club - and Fitzy's is also bulking up! Just a shame other players dont have the eagerness to improve to the same extent! Keep it going David - fast approaching our most valuable player! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLip69 Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 (Frazza B @ Jan 23 2009, 01:19 PM) Still think he could be a top class player. He reminds me or Bergkamp, without the finesse. Totally agree, though was reticent to mention it as it sounds outrageous! Clarky's technique has improved almost 10 fold since the gray days of the MoMal regime! His overall play has improved far greater than I could have imagined, and he is approaching 'complete player' status in my opinion! As Lord McGhee states, his physique has dramatically improved in his Lordship's time at the club - and Fitzy's is also bulking up! Just a shame other players dont have the eagerness to improve to the same extent! Keep it going David - fast approaching our most valuable player! Yes it sounds outrageous but it's testament to the improvement in his play that we can say that without fear of contradiction. Clarky has ALWAYS impressed me, even when he was going through a bad patch under Malpas he was still trying his heart out. He doesn't hide when the going gets tough and always gives 100%. I reckon he's a much more important figure to the team than anyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milo Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 I think Clarky is one of our most important players. Certainly in the top 3. He was magic last season, but let's be honest, murder under Malpas and not too hot for a couple of seasons under Butcher aswell. Probably my favourite player though. Hope he can keep it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickoza Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Clarky has matured into a superb player, workhorse up front who chips in goals to boot. Very important to us, which was underlined when he was out recently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PettyWulliegrew Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Clarky has matured into a superb player, workhorse up front who chips in goals to boot. Very important to us, which was underlined when he was out recently. Allways liked his work ethic,and agree was missed recently.............just lacks a bit of composure re final ball and finishing imho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East_Stand_Al Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Allways liked his work ethic,and agree was missed recently.............just lacks a bit of composure re final ball and finishing imho. I think theres an element of trying too hard which contributes to that, the boy is desperate to continually do well for us, no surprise given his pedigree. If he can relax just a little then watch out SPL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Bezzer! Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 Clarkson is the best player at the club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamst Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 as it showed when he was out he is the key to us winning games, even though he's got the scotland cap definately a very under rated player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juan Kerse Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Delighted to see him score in front of the home fans today. First since Celtic - which didn't really mean anything so basically first meaningful goal at home this season!! DC is quality, a true 'Well player who seems to have his feet firmly on the ground. I really hope he is in the claret and amber for many, many years to come, hopefully long enough to become an absolute club legend - and make his uncle very proud!! 'Mon the Clarky!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperSteelman Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Clarkson is the best player at the club. I'd agree with you, we play a lot better when he is in the team, even when he doesn't score he adds so much to the team with his workrate. He also seems to have bulked up a bit and is not easily pushed off the ball like he used to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mic2904 Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I am probably the only one who thinks that Clarkson is an average striker who has his good games. imho he has got nothing that makes him special. His 1st touch has been and is still woeful and has his left foot only there to stand on. Yes, he fights and runs, but that is something that everyone should do. Dont get me worng, I appriciate every goal he scores and I noticed he became stronger, but I dont know why he is special.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickoza Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I'd simply say take him out of the team and see what happens. No coincidence we weren't doing well at all when he was absent this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mic2904 Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I'd simply say take him out of the team and see what happens. No coincidence we weren't doing well at all when he was absent this season. Next too all other players who were out... couldnt say it was for Clarkson alone. Dont get me wrong, he can run down defenses, has his good games and goals like the one against Dundee Utd come from nothing, but I simply dont think he is that special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.