More to come! -"Front man to join this week - Keates" - RedPassion.co.uk

Ddraigoch · 6th February 2018, 08.31:27

http://www.leaderlive.co.uk/sport/20...-squad-104732/

DEAN KEATES is pleased with his business in the transfer window but still hopes to add “one or two” new signings to his Wrexham squad.
Akil Wright, who switched to Wrexham from Fleetwood Town on a six-month loan deal last summer, joined on a permanent deal in January while three other players – Scott Quigley, David Raven and Nicky Deverdics – also arrived at The Racecourse.

Keates remains hopeful of bringing in a striker as well as another player to boost Wrexham’s promotion challenge.
“We had to wait on one or two things over the weekend and I have got my eye on one or two so we will see how this week pans out,” said Keates. “I would like to think I can add one or two more before the end of the season, a striker and one in another position.
“We can do loan deals and we can also sign free agents so there are options there.
“People have terminated their contracts knowing that they can try and get something permanent somewhere else, or players are still available on loan.”

Recruiting a striker is top of the shopping list with Quigley, who scored three goals in his first two games, ruled out of Saturday’s 2-0 win at Guiseley with a hamstring injury.
Keates hopes Quigley won't be missing for long.
“We have tested and measured Scott and it is coming back fairly clear,” said
Keates. “It is virtually the same in both hamstrings so he is not far away from a return.
“Scott needs to feel confident in himself and then he will be back ready for inclusion.”
Quigley, brought in on loan from Blackpool until the end of the season, made an immediate impact, netting twice on his debut in the 2-0 win at Hartlepool before scoring in the 2-2 draw with Tranmere Rovers.
“Scott has come in and he has gone bang,” said Keates. “He is a little bit different, he has come from the Welsh Premier League and made a big jump up to Blackpool.
“It is not really happened there, he has only had one or two sniffs.
“He was a name we knew about with Carl Darlington having the connection of working with him full-time, he became available so it was an easy option for us.”
Keates has been offered the chance to take a look at plenty of players, but the Reds’ boss insists he will only sign people he feels can improve Wrexham.
“This window was totally different to the one when I first got the job,” said Keates.“Last January, I’d say 80 per cent of the names that landed on the desk could have made a difference for us.
“This season we are in a good place and doing well so it can only be players who can make a difference and take us forward.
“The majority of names, you look at them and think ‘is he better than what we have got or can he force the players in the team?’ They are not.
“I could bring loads of players in but there is no point in me bringing players in who are not going to take us forward or force the players in the team to play better or try and take their places.”
Deverdics is a man signed by Keates, who has come straight into the side, making his debut in the win at Guiseley, which took Wrexham top of the National League
The midfielder, who joined from troubled Hartlepool, has immediately impressed Keates.
“Nicky has fitted into the squad straight away and I thought he was outstanding at Guiseley,” added Keates. “He has got quality, he never seems flustered on the ball and he has got a tremendous left foot.
“He is a great addition to the squad and he is only going to get better.”
rich.williams@nwn.co.uk

redtalk · 6th February 2018, 08.36:46

nice positive article all round!!!!

EnglishRed · 6th February 2018, 08.50:35

"I could bring loads of players in but there is no point in me bringing players in who are not going to take us forward or force the players in the team to play better or try and take their places."

I think that's the quote some.people have to bear in mind when things seem a bit frustrating.

Rob · 6th February 2018, 09.08:38

Wrexham AFC manager Dean Keates still wants to add to squad - Photo 1 of 1 - LeaderLive I have added in link to the article

Not saying it is the case, but perhaps if the article does not get views, some spreadsheet merchant at Newsquest (new owners of NWN / Leader) might think no one is reading it and therefore whats the point of doing it.

Since the Newsquest takeover there has been various cuts, and hopefully coverage of us is kept going and well supported by them.

louisleftboot · 6th February 2018, 09.27:09

119% into the transfer window so needs to stop dragging his feet to be honest.

Ddraigoch · 6th February 2018, 10.07:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob

Wrexham AFC manager Dean Keates still wants to add to squad - Photo 1 of 1 - LeaderLive I have added in link to the article

Not saying it is the case, but perhaps if the article does not get views, some spreadsheet merchant at Newsquest (new owners of NWN / Leader) might think no one is reading it and therefore whats the point of doing it.

Since the Newsquest takeover there has been various cuts, and hopefully coverage of us is kept going and well supported by them.

You're so clever

Redordead · 6th February 2018, 10.17:47

Dean Keates has told the press that a striker, who can play on either flank and was out of contract at his club, will be joining @Wrexham_AFC this week on a permanent deal

Bissell · 6th February 2018, 10.26:52

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNOBZ41a5V4

smiffysarmy · 6th February 2018, 10.27:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redordead

Dean Keates has told the press that a striker, who can play on either flank and was out of contract at his club, will be joining @Wrexham_AFC this week on a permanent deal

Edited the thread title to reflect this tweet.

6th February 2018, 08.31:27	#1-0 (permalink)
Ddraigoch Legend Joined: Aug 2013 Racecourse Spot: Mold Road Real Name: Stevie G Twitter: @	More to come! -"Front man to join this week - Keates" http://www.leaderlive.co.uk/sport/20...-squad-104732/ DEAN KEATES is pleased with his business in the transfer window but still hopes to add “one or two” new signings to his Wrexham squad. Akil Wright, who switched to Wrexham from Fleetwood Town on a six-month loan deal last summer, joined on a permanent deal in January while three other players – Scott Quigley, David Raven and Nicky Deverdics – also arrived at The Racecourse. Keates remains hopeful of bringing in a striker as well as another player to boost Wrexham’s promotion challenge. “We had to wait on one or two things over the weekend and I have got my eye on one or two so we will see how this week pans out,” said Keates. “I would like to think I can add one or two more before the end of the season, a striker and one in another position. “We can do loan deals and we can also sign free agents so there are options there. “People have terminated their contracts knowing that they can try and get something permanent somewhere else, or players are still available on loan.” Recruiting a striker is top of the shopping list with Quigley, who scored three goals in his first two games, ruled out of Saturday’s 2-0 win at Guiseley with a hamstring injury. Keates hopes Quigley won't be missing for long. “We have tested and measured Scott and it is coming back fairly clear,” said Keates. “It is virtually the same in both hamstrings so he is not far away from a return. “Scott needs to feel confident in himself and then he will be back ready for inclusion.” Quigley, brought in on loan from Blackpool until the end of the season, made an immediate impact, netting twice on his debut in the 2-0 win at Hartlepool before scoring in the 2-2 draw with Tranmere Rovers. “Scott has come in and he has gone bang,” said Keates. “He is a little bit different, he has come from the Welsh Premier League and made a big jump up to Blackpool. “It is not really happened there, he has only had one or two sniffs. “He was a name we knew about with Carl Darlington having the connection of working with him full-time, he became available so it was an easy option for us.” Keates has been offered the chance to take a look at plenty of players, but the Reds’ boss insists he will only sign people he feels can improve Wrexham. “This window was totally different to the one when I first got the job,” said Keates.“Last January, I’d say 80 per cent of the names that landed on the desk could have made a difference for us. “This season we are in a good place and doing well so it can only be players who can make a difference and take us forward. “The majority of names, you look at them and think ‘is he better than what we have got or can he force the players in the team?’ They are not. “I could bring loads of players in but there is no point in me bringing players in who are not going to take us forward or force the players in the team to play better or try and take their places.” Deverdics is a man signed by Keates, who has come straight into the side, making his debut in the win at Guiseley, which took Wrexham top of the National League The midfielder, who joined from troubled Hartlepool, has immediately impressed Keates. “Nicky has fitted into the squad straight away and I thought he was outstanding at Guiseley,” added Keates. “He has got quality, he never seems flustered on the ball and he has got a tremendous left foot. “He is a great addition to the squad and he is only going to get better.” rich.williams@nwn.co.uk Last edited by Rob; 6th February 2018 at 09.08:45..

6th February 2018, 08.36:46	#2-0 (permalink)
redtalk Club Captain Joined: Oct 2004 Racecourse Spot: Real Name: Twitter: @	Re: More to come! nice positive article all round!!!!

6th February 2018, 08.50:35	#3-0 (permalink)
EnglishRed retired & running a pub Joined: Jan 2005 Racecourse Spot: Real Name: Twitter: @	Re: More to come! "I could bring loads of players in but there is no point in me bringing players in who are not going to take us forward or force the players in the team to play better or try and take their places." I think that's the quote some.people have to bear in mind when things seem a bit frustrating.

6th February 2018, 09.08:38	#4-0 (permalink)
Rob Due a Testimonial (info 1 & 2) (info) Joined: Oct 2004 Racecourse Spot: Yale Stand Real Name: Rob Twitter: @	Re: More to come! Wrexham AFC manager Dean Keates still wants to add to squad - Photo 1 of 1 - LeaderLive I have added in link to the article Not saying it is the case, but perhaps if the article does not get views, some spreadsheet merchant at Newsquest (new owners of NWN / Leader) might think no one is reading it and therefore whats the point of doing it. Since the Newsquest takeover there has been various cuts, and hopefully coverage of us is kept going and well supported by them.

6th February 2018, 10.17:47	#7-0 (permalink)
Redordead Due a Testimonial Joined: Feb 2014 Racecourse Spot: none given Real Name: none given Twitter: @	Re: More to come! Dean Keates has told the press that a striker, who can play on either flank and was out of contract at his club, will be joining @Wrexham_AFC this week on a permanent deal

6th February 2018, 10.26:52	#8-0 (permalink)
Bissell Legend Joined: Oct 2004 Racecourse Spot: Real Name: Twitter: @	Re: More to come! -"Front man to join this week - Keates" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNOBZ41a5V4 __________________ We Did not choose, we were chosen.