With regard to the record traffic on the site, you must find this very gratifying. It obviously proves that your format is right for us fans and certainly makes for a relatively high quality of debate, even if some of the opinions are sometimes OTT.

Having asked the above questions, we must all recognise that they are probably entering a period of very intense negotiations and it may be very unwise for them to be as frank as we would wish, without disclosing to both negotiating partners and competitors, information that is highly sensitive.

Congratulations Ian, a major achievement.
It would be interesting to know whether there might still be a third alternative to the OS and UP.
In my view the major problem with UP is the lack of both public transport facilities and parking. I think they already know how they would intend to increase the capacity at UP, but do they also recognise the need to upgrade the public areas including the toilets and the catering in order to match up to other first class facilities available at other football grounds?
Finally, do they seriously think that they are willing and able to provide the financial support necessary to eventually make us competitive for a top 6 finish in the premiership on a regular basis, or would this require additional financing from a third party?

Whilst agreeing with WHUFan no 32 on the issue of player bashing, I don't think we can ignore a situation where a particular player is consistently playing at a level which is below what we might reasonably expect from him on a regular basis. This applies particularly when he is taking a place which might otherwise be filled by a greater talent or a more in form player.

It has to be a judgement call as to whether our Captain's contribution as a leader justifies him being played at the expense of any currently better player who is more likely to make an impact on the field of play.

The issue of how we shall be able to take advantage of the talents of the recently signed players has been well aired on this web site in the past week and many people have pointed out that by automatically selecting the Captain, whose form is currently below reasonable expectations, the manager is limiting his opportunities to determine the best line up with his newly strengthened squad. The fact that the Captain is not available for the next three matches removes that difficult decision from the manager without having to question whether loyalty should prevent him from omitting him. I for one think that is a good thing for the club and the team.

Whilst agreeing with you on the issue of player bashing, I don't think you can ignore a situation where a particular player is consistently playing at a level which is below what you might reasonably expect from him on a regular basis. This applies particularly when he is taking a place which might otherwise be filled by a greater talent or a more in form player.

It has to be a judgement call as to whether our Captain's contribution as a leader justifies him being played at the expense of a currently better player who is more likely to make an impact on the field of play.

The issue of how we shall be able to take advantage of the talents of the recently signed players has been well aired on this web site and many people have pointed out that by automatically selecting the Captain, whose form is currently below reasonable expectations, the manager is limiting his opportunities to determine the best line up with his newly strengthened squad. The fact that the Captain is not available for the next three matches removes that difficult decision from the manager without having to question whether loyalty should prevent him from omitting him. I for one think that is a good thing for the club and the team.

Agree completely Westieboy. CC was first class. I also think he was very well supported by Collison in the first half, I thought he too had his best game for a long while. I think Mr Nolan has done the club a big favour in making himself unavailable for the next three matches as it will give BS the opportunity to experiment with a much strengthened squad. It was interesting to hear Sam say that this was his best ever match as a manager. That's because he was managing a team that were playing real football rather than hoof it up the middle and pray. Lets hope he learns from the experience.

Ipswich now 4-1 ahead ....

Hammers are poor ....another top class save required from Green.

I try to be even handed, but when he lines up so negatively against a poor team. We must have a right to comment.

They are started ...Baldock on for Noble..