Swansea City

[The Town Crier]

Have made an approach For Chris Whelpdale.

 

Several clubs are aware of our young talented squad, and have had scouts at our recent games.

We have a number of young player who I believe will move on to League football, and it looks like Chris could be the second this year.

 

Chris is an exceptional Talent, and with the benefit of full time training I wouldn't be at all surprised if he progressed even further.

 

If anything does come of this, or any other offer for that matter, rest assured, we will NOT be releasing any of our lads this season

 

 

 

 

[Balmoral Claret]

Very good news TC - but shirley, Swansea wouldn't be able to sign him THIS season even if they wanted to could they?. Or does the "transfer window" only apply to the Premiership. But then, for a mere 3 point penalty.............!

[Dilbert]

Love to see my home town team get Chris, Whelpdale and Trundle, there would be some magic. But I don't think it's the right move for him. By the way, I had nothing to do with this approach.

[jl]

I'd be interested to hear why you don't think it's the right move Dilbert although I'll bow to your vastly superior knowledge of Welsh Wales.

 

A move to a side on the fringes of the League One play-offs looks like a dream move to me although granted it's not exactly round the corner and I know that at least one other club has looked at him a few times. Of course Chris is contracted but it's difficult to envisage a situation where we wouldn't let him go to play in the Football League.

 

Some supporters might be disappointed but for me it's great news for our club. The best way to attract talented young players is to be able to demonstrate where success at Ricay can take them. The signing of Wareham appears to have shown some incredible foresight ;~)

[andyrich]

Good luck to Whelps. He's a great player and if Swansea is the place for him to progress to, then good luck to him. I hope that this takes him even further foreward. Hopefully to the Premiership. Congratulations.

[Keith.P]

Have to say this is fantastic news for both player and club. Football is all about progression be it off the field or on the field, and we as a club are progressing at a rate that many would die for. This can only enhance the reputation of Billericay Town on the football map as young players with desire and ability will be looking at coming to us.

 

Well done to Chris, but more importantly the team that surrounds him should be congratulated if not more (from top to bottom).

[Nitetime Neil]

More on this breaking story on the back page of today's "Echo" - so it actually WASN'T an "April Fools" then ?! LOL

[The Town Crier]

 

 

http://www.echo-news.co.uk/sport/local/display.var.1302125.0.swans_close_in_on_chris.php

[The Gaffer]

Not only a fine footballer but a well mannered young man to boot , does the club much credit nurturing such talented individuals.

[Dilbert]

Originally Posted By: jl

I'd be interested to hear why you don't think it's the right move Dilbert although I'll bow to your vastly superior knowledge of Welsh Wales.;~)

In response to JL. I think a move to a local club would be more beneficial to him. Nothing against the move as The Swans have developed a number of Non League players. And Swansea is a great City (a real One) with some of the best baeches in Britain on it's doorstep. But it is a bit off the beaten track, 4 hours from Billericay depending on the big car park.

[Dilbert]

..... and I forgot, he won't have to worry about International Clearance !!!

[F G United]

A very promising young player Whelpdale, but to a Welsh Club playing in the English League....Would be better off at a club closer to home.

[The Town Crier]

 

 

There is more than one club taking a keen interest

[extaffyjim]

Chris is a fantastic player who works his socks off in the game. Hes the best acquisition since Nathan Elder in my opinion, and id be gutted to see him go, as hes made such a big impact in such a short space of time, and hes only 19 (i believe).

 

However, you cant hold promising players back, and if he were to move on id be 100% behind him and hoping he did well in the football league, just as i do with Nathan. If we have to lose good players then id like to see them play as high up the leagues as possible.

[Brightside Bloke]

Originally Posted By: extaffyjim

you cant hold promising players back, and if he were to move on id be 100% behind him and hoping he did well in the football league, just as i do with Nathan. If we have to lose good players then id like to see them play as high up the leagues as possible.

I agree with that. After sharing a table with his parents at the presentation evening it seems we are as proud of Chris as they are. Let's hope it's not as far away as Swansea for Chris or any of the other scouted players. Looking forward to seeing the lads in action again tonight.

[Ian Blockhead]

Great news for Chris and the club. The message to other young players is loud and clear......Billericay Town FC gives youth a chance, develops talent and gives players a good chance to get spotted. Come on in!!!!

[Dilbert]

News has hit the Swansea newspaper

 

http://www.thisissouthwales.co.uk/displa...tentPK=17015951

 

[Bill of Shenfield]

Quote from the above paper "Chris is a special young talent who undoubtedly has the ability to play the game at a higher level," said Billericay manager Chris Jones.

 

Have we got a new manager?