| Oliver Whatmuff 14:33 - Sep 7 with 2847 views | Drigdale |
When Jim was recruiting new players during the summer I personally thought that the recruitment of a new goalkeeper was of major importance.
When I read that we had signed a 17 year old from Man City on a seasons loan I did not think that this was a wise decision. There is such a difference in playing Academy football to the rigors of The National League and I thought the step up would be too much.
How wrong was I. Whatmuff is one of the best keepers I have seen for Rochdale and whoever initiated the move deserves a medal.
He is such a competent, cool, composed keeper and has brought such a calmness to our defence. What a signing!!! If his progress continues he will have a stellar career.
By the way does anyone know if he is left or right footed because he kicks just as well with either? |  | | |  |
| Oliver Whatmuff on 14:43 - Sep 7 with 2802 views | frenzied |
His progress has been steady so far.
I think we need to see him when we have tougher opposition than we have faced up,to now.
Our back line generally has been effective and they clearly have confidence in the fella.
Hopefully City will let us keep him for the season but I would imagine there will be a call back option should they wish to loan him further up,the pyramid | | | |
| Oliver Whatmuff on 15:46 - Sep 7 with 2645 views | mikehunt |
Would be a shame if City recall him. We've seen what happens to young players further up the pypamid: warming the subs bench at best. |  |
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| Oliver Whatmuff on 20:25 - Sep 7 with 2324 views | jokerthief |
He seems to have transformed the team, especially the defence, All the negative things the manager preaches, has changed to a more positive and confident attitude throughout the team. A great young man, performs well above his tender age. |  | | |
| Oliver Whatmuff on 06:13 - Sep 8 with 2084 views | Dale_4_Life |
I too thought 17 was too young for the National League in goals.
I was wrong.. this kid is amazing. Looks 25 and plays like an experienced pro.
He is on a season loan… enjoying himself playing men’s football.
Superb signing! | | | |
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