FULHAM SIGNS KASEY KELLER

I was about to say the same thing then read the entire thread!!!

 

Keller may be a step slower than he was a few years ago but come on...he has so much experience and VERY rarely makes the big mistake. (i.e. Warner!!!) Is the guy going to steal games anymore...probably not. Will he lose games for us...no. Seems to me that's all we needed against Arsenal and Boro to win those games. I, for one, hope they throw him in goal this weekend. He CAN'T be worse than Warner...my grandmother is better than Warner.

 

just give me somebody that won't PUT the ball in the net for the opposition. After Arsenal I told myself to give Warner a chance. Now i'm telling myself to tighten the noose around my neck every time I see Warner in goal

 

I think that Sanchez should of went into the market early and picked up Carson from Liverpool. He would of been here on loan. Keller is crap. I know he is a hero in some peoples views here, but he is old and slow.

 

That isn't really saying much, you can say this about any keeper that's considered to be "the best in the world."

Keller is a good signing. Let give it time, see how this pans out.

 

Have you watched any matches this season? Just curious...

 

Whether he's great or terrible for them, this is a zero risk move for Fulham. Either he improves their backup goalkeeping position, which I think he will, or he doesn't and he rides the pine. Either way, as Tom points out, they didn't spend a single pound in transfer fee for him and that's key. I also like the veteran backup QB analogy.

 

You really think Fulham are a strong defensive unit? I have watched the matches and the defense is improved, but still not anywhere near where it needs to be.

 

Beat me 2 the punch ffc24. Carson was one signing I really wanted 2 see. The guy was great at times last year with Zero defensive help. But with that being said, having Kellar around on free can only help.

 

Keller is getting older, but any goalie will look like DJ Countess (that's for you omsdogg) when they get hung out to dry over and over again by their defense.

I think he still has some magic left in those hands for the next couple of years. I heard rumblings that he wanted to try and play through the next World Cup before calling it a career.

Hope he brings his A game with him. If so, I'm all for it.

 

Would you say he's the Vinnie Testavarde of football? (BTW, Vinnie's back in the NFL with the Pats.)

 

?...I don't recall any. Especially none close to the one's we've seen in Fulham goal the last few weeks.

I agree he looks a bit slower after watching the Copa, but his experience and decision making skills are there.
Great signing.

 

The problem with Carson is that Liverpool likely wanted him to be playing first team football each and every week and with a fit Niemi, I do NOT think Fulham could guarantee that.

I have the feeling that Sorensen is in for a season at Villa with very little playing time to accomodate Carson. I could be wrong, but that is where the issue lies for me with regards to Carson coming to Fulham.

 

Dave; I even think Vinny is a little long in the tooth (Vinny a few years ago more like). Right now I might compare Kasey w/Brad Johnson of your hated rival the Cowboys (assuming your a 'skins fan). He's consistent, competent, and respected.[/quote]

 

Some very good points that perhaps I didn't think fully about Don. Was just checking that same thing out Tom. I was under the impression Sorenson was Villa's number 1 when healthy. But I think you could be right.

 

Or Jeff Garcia with the Eagles last year.

 

yep....supporting RSL I've seen goalies getting hung out to dry for 2 1/2 seasons!!!!

 

Where does it "need to be", coach?