Approve My Account Pls Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 6 minutes ago, Obinna said: I may have missed it - but is this a loan or a buy? Someone on wiki has put it down as a loan on his player profile. I haven't seen anyone talk fees either. Maybe this really is a loan? I saw on a tweet from PNE that its a loan, haven't seen anything if there's about loan to buy or not Obinna, johnyb and narduch 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 1 minute ago, Chad_Impact said: Oof. Disappointing considering how things started and what type of clubs Basel transfers usually go to This isn't the Basel of 10 years ago. Their top player from a few seasons ago, Cabral, had a phenomenal strike rate. In prior years he maybe goes to a team like Chelsea (see Mo Salah's career path). Instead he went to Fiorentina - still a good club but obviously nowhere near the stature of Chelsea. Millar is going to a team that's had a strong start to the season. A lot of games left to play, but I think it's telling he never went to Sheffield Wednesday or Rotherham, teams near the bottom. Going to a stronger Championship club from Basel feels just about right given the last few seasons Basel has had. They have won zero trophies since Millar went there and they were transfering players to mega clubs in an era where they dominated Switzerland. They are far from dominant today. GasPed, Unnamed Trialist, Corazon and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominic94 Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 He can thrive at this level, love this move and it is a step up toontownman, PegCityCam, Corazon and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unnamed Trialist Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 Always an extra to go to a storied club, with silverware, however unpolished. The Real Marc and Greatest Cockney Rip Off 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolando Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 Who was the last Canadian there, Humey? spitfire, Buchta, toontownman and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olympique_de_Marseille Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, Obinna said: I may have missed it - but is this a loan or a buy? Loan for one season. It is right in the link @spitfire posted. https://www.pnefc.net/news/2023/september/pne-bring-liam-millar-in-on-loan/ Usually if there is a purchase options they write that; I will assume that it is not the case dor this deal. Edited September 1, 2023 by Olympique_de_Marseille Obinna 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shway Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 3 hours ago, Olympique_de_Marseille said: I don't even think @Shway is that negative! Let's just see how the man does between now and the Japan friendly in October. Now, now wtf did you name drop me for lol? I'm not negative, I'm just not biased when it comes to comparing players like a lot of you lot. Happy Liam got out of dodge, and is in familiar and comfortable settings - which is great, but he still has to perform in a dog eat dog league that arguably has better players. Hope he kills it, and leads PNE to the promised land. His time is now - LFG! GasPed and johnyb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe MacCarthy Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 Liam Ready To Show His ‘Direct’ Dribbling At PNE pnefc.net September 1 2023 Liam Millar is looking to show his attacking qualities during his time with Preston North End, having joined the Lilywhites on a season-long loan on deadline day. The 23-year-old, on the books of Basel, has spent the last two years playing in the top flight of Swiss football, as well as featuring in European competition. During his 98 appearances for his parent club, winger Liam has scored 13 times, as well as claiming ten assists. Speaking about his playing style, Liam said: “I think I’m a very direct player who likes to take on his man one-v-one and to dribble is my best aspect. “Of course I would like to contribute with goals and assists also, and just be a threat offensively.” Unfortunately, though, he’ll have to wait some time until he can show the North End faithful what he’s capable of. The deal wasn’t quite done in time for PNE’s new No.23 to feature in Saturday’s game against Stoke City, so he will have to wait at least another two weeks – after the international break – for his debut. He said: “I was hoping to get everything over the line so I could be involved tomorrow, but of course it didn’t happen. “But that’s okay. It’s good because it gives me two weeks to get adjusted with the squad and the players and the environment. “[It gives me time] to get everything settled, to get my family over here, so maybe it’s a blessing in disguise and everything can work out in that way.” The 21-time capped Canada international, who featured at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, has featured right at the top level of football, however the Championship is not something he’s experienced. Having come through the ranks at Liverpool, he had loan spells with Kilmarnock and Charlton Athletic, before his move to Basel came about in July 2021. “I think it’s something I wanted to do,” he said, about playing in the English second tier. “I went from League One straight to Basel and kind of skipped the Championship at the time. “So when this opportunity came up for me to really test myself and show myself in the Championship it was something that got me more interested in the move and drove me to come here. “I think everywhere you go when you see top players at top clubs in a division you want to be a part of it, and for me to see the big teams in the league and to see us competing against them is something that really excited me to come here.” While the deal was only completed on the final day of the window, it’s long been in the pipeline, with manager Ryan Lowe confirming discussions started in March. Liam was soon impressed with what the North End boss had to say. “I’m buzzing to be here,” he added. “It’s been a stressful couple of days but I’m happy to get it over the line and to get ready to go. “I had a good chat with the gaffer. I like everything that he said to me and everything that comes with the club, so I’m excited to be here and excited to get going. “We had interest a while ago. I talked to Ryan and everything was good, and I think literally a couple of days ago everything was getting more serious and out of nowhere it just kind of happened and now I’m here. “He just explained the kind of football that he plays, the type of guy that he is and everything that comes with playing for this club, so everything he said I really liked and I really wanted to be a part of it.” Unnamed Trialist, Ivan, cornerkick and 2 others 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Marc Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 Is a loan good here? Skeptical of a loan at this stage … always seems to be in the club’s favour, minimal investment minimal risk costarg, nolando and Shway 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shway Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 1 hour ago, The Real Marc said: Is a loan good here? Skeptical of a loan at this stage … always seems to be in the club’s favour, minimal investment minimal risk I thought about this too, it's risky only for Liam. But he needed to get out of that situation at Basel, and bet on himself. Lets hope he kills it like Djed Spence did on loan, and the Premier interest returns. The Real Marc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 24 minutes ago, Shway said: I thought about this too, it's risky only for Liam. But he needed to get out of that situation at Basel, and bet on himself. Lets hope he kills it like Djed Spence did on loan, and the Premier interest returns. Where is the risk here for Liam? If he struggles for game time at Preston he returns back to his parent club, where he has every chance to rebound the following season. Maybe there is another angle I am not seeing? If he does well then his reputation is enhanced and suitors may be attracted, most of all PNE. Basel don't have any Conference League and (for now) are struggling domestically. I would argue it's the perfect chance to go out on loan and get one foot out the Basel door. cornerkick 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gigi riva Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 He should come over to MLS the league is improving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olympique_de_Marseille Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 4 hours ago, Shway said: Now, now wtf did you name drop me for lol? I'm not negative, I'm just not biased when it comes to comparing players like a lot of you lot. Don't take it too seriously, I said that as a joke because @spitfire had felt that you had been hard on him in the past. I've been critical too, I was the one making joke predictions that he would hit a post or the crossbar at the Gold Cup (which to be fair, did happen). Obinna and Shway 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shway Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 50 minutes ago, Obinna said: Where is the risk here for Liam? If he struggles for game time at Preston he returns back to his parent club, where he has every chance to rebound the following season. Maybe there is another angle I am not seeing? If he does well then his reputation is enhanced and suitors may be attracted, most of all PNE. Basel don't have any Conference League and (for now) are struggling domestically. I would argue it's the perfect chance to go out on loan and get one foot out the Basel door. Probably the same reason why you asked if it was loan or permanent transfer. It's obvious Liam wanted out of Basel, as they haven't suited his playing style and dissed him last year by playing him at wingback. The risk is on the flipside of your second paragraph, and I don't want to delve into the bad side of the "what if's" as the ink has barely dried. But I can guarantee you, with 1 year remaining on his contract with Basel (after the loan)...I don't need Spitfire to confirm this, but I would believe the plan is for Liam to tear it up at PNE, and not have to go back.... I respectfully think the Basel chapter is closed. The Real Marc, Obinna and GasPed 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InglewoodJack Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 A loan here seems less risky because Preston wants a guy that can help them get promoted, they’re not taking him on to develop him for his main club, so they’re motivated to play him as much as they can because they’ll help him win. I would assume the plan is for him to play well, either sign permanently, or find his way back to the premier league sometime over the next few years which is probably his ultimate goal. spitfire, Obinna and narduch 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmen Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 13 hours ago, gigi riva said: He should come over to MLS the league is improving No, he shouldn't. MLS is improving, but playing in Europe just gives you so many more options. PNE aren't taking him on loan if he's in MLS. MLS will here for him if/when he wants. Approve My Account Pls, Obinna, costarg and 1 other 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearcatSA Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Watchmen said: No, he shouldn't. MLS is improving, but playing in Europe just gives you so many more options. PNE aren't taking him on loan if he's in MLS. MLS will here for him if/when he wants. Besides, Kristian Jack says that the quality of MLS is down right now, and since many here put a lot of stock into what he says, Millar should stay abroad for as long as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinceA Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 51 minutes ago, BearcatSA said: Besides, Kristian Jack says that the quality of MLS is down right now, and since many here put a lot of stock into what he says, Millar should stay abroad for as long as possible. Yeah what a load of crock that is. MLS has as good as it's ever been. He's just mad half the teams get into the playoffs. Shway, Corazon, BearcatSA and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 5 minutes ago, VinceA said: Yeah what a load of crock that is. MLS has as good as it's ever been. He's just mad half the teams get into the playoffs. This was the context of KJs comment Shway and johnyb 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmen Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 20 minutes ago, VinceA said: Yeah what a load of crock that is. MLS has as good as it's ever been. He's just mad half the teams get into the playoffs. 12 minutes ago, Obinna said: This was the context of KJs comment If this is the context, I hope he's talking about how crap the CPL is as well then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narduch Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 I still say MLS won't reach its full potential until it caps its 1st division at 20 teams Corazon, costarg and Shway 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueseeka Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, narduch said: I still say MLS won't reach its full potential until it caps its 1st division at 20 teams This will never happen @narduch in North American sports. Way more likely to split into three divisions (with expansion) to get more teams in playoff races. No way these owners would ever vote to move down to a lower league with lower revenues through relegation. Shway, johnyb, costarg and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearcatSA Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, blueseeka said: This will never happen @narduch in North American sports. Way more likely to split into three divisions (with expansion) to get more teams in playoff races. No way these owners would ever vote to move down to a lower league with lower revenues through relegation. This. MLB and NFL have added playoff entrants, not to mention the cash cow of college football in crowning a national champion. Prom/relegation, first/second dvision: that's a long ways away in North American major league pro sport. johnyb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
narduch Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 34 minutes ago, blueseeka said: This will never happen @narduch in North American sports. Way more likely to split into three divisions (with expansion) to get more teams in playoff races. No way these owners would ever vote to move down to a lower league with lower revenues through relegation. I realize it won't happen. Just saying costarg, blueseeka and The Real Marc 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bertuzzi44 Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 1 hour ago, narduch said: I still say MLS won't reach its full potential until it caps its 1st division at 20 teams United States + Canada population is 380,000,000. I agree capping the number of teams would be nice, but the market is huge and I don't see it happening. Promotion/relegation into 2 divisions would be amazing, but again, ain't happening. gigi riva and narduch 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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