News: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC (yet, apparently)

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  1. TFCMANU

    TFCMANU Member

    Apr 19, 2007
    Parkdale/Newmarket
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  2. atlanticTFCfan

    atlanticTFCfan Moderator
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    Mar 14, 2007
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
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    Toronto FC
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    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora released by TFC

    I'm seeing that, too, and it's making the media rounds today.

    Still waiting for details. Either way, it's sad to see.
     
  3. atlanticTFCfan

    atlanticTFCfan Moderator
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    Mar 14, 2007
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
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    Toronto FC
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    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora released by TFC?

    From what's being gathered right now, Nana was sick and left training early today. If he was being released, nobody said anything to him about it at this point.
     
  4. atlanticTFCfan

    atlanticTFCfan Moderator
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    Mar 14, 2007
    Sydney, Nova Scotia
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    Re: Nana Attakora released by TFC?

    Gerry Dobson, you owe Nana Attakora a big-time apology for this.
     
  5. TFCMANU

    TFCMANU Member

    Apr 19, 2007
    Parkdale/Newmarket
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    Toronto FC
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    Portugal
    Re: Nana Attakora released by TFC?

    Dobson screwed up. He just tweeted this

    "Mea Culpa on the Attakora story. Looks like I got burned by bad info and jumped the gun. Apologies to all, especially Nana. My fault. GD "

    http://twitter.com/#!/sportsnetsoccer
     
  6. Blizzard

    Blizzard Moderator
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    Jun 25, 2002
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    Re: Nana Attakora released by TFC?

    Threat title edited to reflect the reality of the situation. B
     
  7. Polygong

    Polygong Moderator
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    Apr 8, 2007
    Toronto
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    Toronto FC
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    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    What I have heard is that Attakora is having some problems right now, but they are personal problems unrelated to TFC.
     
  8. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
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    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    I would not be surprised to see Winter release him, he has really shown that being a Pylon is not good enough. Caan and Gargan have also shown they are unable to compete on a regular basis in this league. TFC backline is weak at best and needs a veteran player to control and guide them, a player who can make runs and feed the midfield and forwards and has a dominering physical presence. It is not good enough to get a spot on TFC just because you are a Canuck. Brenna was never MLS calibre and the defense has deteriorated over the years.
     
  9. Polygong

    Polygong Moderator
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    Apr 8, 2007
    Toronto
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    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Not to say that it's fantastic now, but it's certainly better than it was in the past.
     
  10. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
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    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Sure defense has improved slightly, at least Winter cut off the dead wood but they are still very pourous..without Frei TFC are in last. He is an outstanding keeper who will move if not made a DP...why would he stay..no playoffs..NCC would be the only highlight...they need to bulk up and bring in some experienced players. Maybe one should start calling TFC Ajax North cuz Winter has connections and alot of players are not pulling their wieght..you can blame the system only so long...4-3-3 is not a foreign concept, pretty common, so it comes down to the players abilities...it is a s simple as that..and if Attakora earns only $40k a year he wont be hard to replace. Alot of players across the ocean who play the british and european styles who could easily replace him, Caan and Gargan. It doesnt help with DG supposedly being a defensive MF who cannot muslce anyone off the ball....1.7 million would bring in some quality players
     
  11. kaos1970

    kaos1970 Member

    May 2, 2008
    Halifax
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    Toronto FC
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    I think the title should read

    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC, YET! Gerry Dobson blew the whistle early on this one!!!

    A trade involving NANA is coming. I am certain Dobson knows something and spoke out of line.
     
  12. ErnieE

    ErnieE Member

    Mar 6, 2007
    Oakville Ontario
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!


    Why is it that Nana isn't playing, first team or reserves? And why is an almost ever present last year, and playing quite well, deemed not fit or good enough this year when defence has been our undoing in several games?
     
  13. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
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    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    I would not even trade him, release him out right..I must say FCE had two players with potential, one was D. Oppong, K.Porter was the other player who showed some skill, pace and smarts with little to no support he did quite well. ..I am .sure TFC academy has players that could take up Attakoras spot quickly...MLS has become too competitive for marginal players like him...Gargan, Caan, Borman, Yourassowsky are all borderline in my opinion...hopefully Winter doesnt follow Mo and bring in washed up expensive players like Mista and Vitti..Preki in all his ignorance released Cronin and Guevara..they are missed in MF...hopefully Winter;s reign brings in notable players quickly, fans wont stand for it along with ticket prices increases..
     
  14. BHTC Mike

    BHTC Mike Member+

    Apr 12, 2006
    Burlington, ON
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    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    That's interesting logic.
     
  15. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
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    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Alot of academy players, semi pro and amateurs would relish playing for that salary...funny how his problems coincided with his contract negotiations? Winter won't carry a problem personality. Caan figured that out just in time so not to be released..for now..Attakora doesn't have that luxury based on skill, ability and stability
     
  16. deepm

    deepm Member

    May 13, 2009
    Mississauga
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    Toronto FC
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    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Have to disagree with you...Nana is at 40k at the moment b/c he signed an entry-level deal and he was just a teenager. He's due for a pay raise as he and Cann were pretty stellar last season...one of the few bright spots for TFC.

    I'm not going to get into his personal issues, and nobody should either. Obviously something is affecting him...nobody really takes a nose dive like he did.
    I'm sure given some time he can get back to where he left off.

    Second, nobody is going to come from Europe to play for 40k.
     
  17. deepm

    deepm Member

    May 13, 2009
    Mississauga
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    Toronto FC
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    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Again, you really shouldn't be talking smack if someone is dealing with personal problems. Quit being a jack ***.

    If he's lying about it then so be it, but if someone says they are dealing with personal problems, don't take cheap shots at them from behind your monitor.

    And you really want semi pro and amateurs playing for TFC? Let's take it back to season 1 genius.
     
  18. sokerguy18

    sokerguy18 New Member

    Feb 6, 2011
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    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    I don't see any reason why they would trade Attakora. That's not a smart strategy. If they were interested in trading him, I think they would be playing him, espcially in games against an Edmonton type, where he surely would increase his value. Taking a player out a couple games in a row, then not playing him and blaming it that his head isn't in the game is the #1 way to bring a player's stock down.

    Earl C's Sturgis deal before Winter came that traded away the 9th overall pick was a pity. Sturgis doesn't seem to fit in on the team.
     
  19. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
    Club:
    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    He is doing a good job of playing himself out of a job or towards a trade or getting released...if it is to a point where he is not even on the bench or playing with reserves it is a problem Winter does not need..with such a pourous defence..this is a small issue....cut the losses and bring in another player with experience and pedigree..FCE, any NASL or USLPro club will pick him up. He does not have the reputation to bargain with WInter or TFC brass..he is expendable and possibly damaged goods...he is on his way out
     
  20. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
    Club:
    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    He and Caan are not much better than semi pro....TFC placed in what position last year and overall have a winning percentage of ???? Without Frei it would be obvious they are extremely weak in their back line and really have not improved since inception...he maybe not worth much more than his present salary based on his calibre...maybe thats why he isnt playing.some may feel he is worth more but I am certain Winter interjected reality...he is a borderline pro and expendable...
     
  21. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
    Club:
    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
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    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    If you ever get the chance to watch or follow the FA trophy or FA vase trophy competitions which pit amateurs against semi pros and semi pros against pros, it is great to watch the under rated teams elevate their game and really push the better squads...upsets are a great part of the game...so open up NCC and let the game grow..who knows, players with potential may actually be discovered and provided opportunities to dratically improve here or overseas...
     
  22. RedCoatsforever

    Jun 10, 2008
    London, Ontario
    Club:
    Toronto FC
    Nat'l Team:
    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Here it comes...

    ...it's the obligatory call for....

    [​IMG]
     
  23. Nehiyaw redder

    Nehiyaw redder Red Card

    Apr 27, 2011
    Club:
    TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
    Nat'l Team:
    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Time will show..either he is back on the roster or out...either or...simple as that..I dont think he is MLS calibre regardless of why...doubt he will be seen back soon if at all. Maybe Gol TV, sportsnet or TSN will hire him as a commentator or analyst.
     
  24. RedCoatsforever

    Jun 10, 2008
    London, Ontario
    Club:
    Toronto FC
    Nat'l Team:
    Canada
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    aaaaaaand here's what the evidence now points to:

    [​IMG]
     
  25. kaos1970

    kaos1970 Member

    May 2, 2008
    Halifax
    Club:
    Toronto FC
    Nat'l Team:
    Germany
    Re: Nana Attakora NOT released by TFC! Gerry Dobson screwed up!!!

    Because if they don't trade him now, they get nothing for him when he doesn't resign his contract and becomes a free agent. Something is better than nothing
     

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