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    Default Is Julian de Guzman Leaving TFC?

    Is Julian de Guzman Leaving TFC?

    http://viewfromthesouthstands.com/20...uzman-leaving/

    Rumours swirl about the immediate future of Julian de Guzman with Toronto FC. Why I think it might be the right time for him and TFC to part ways.

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    I hope so!

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    "Julian is not a goal scorer and I think most TFC supporters understand that"

    Don't really agree with that to be honest. When he arrived I think plenty of people expected him to/and still expect him to score goals as a designated player. I am definitely a supporter of DeGuzman, and I think he fits into the team. His price-tag is the issue based on the performances I've seen, and to be honest I'm not going to blame TFC management for signing him. Plenty of people wanted him here, and expected him to perform well in this league. He's performed well, just not well enough to earn a Designated Player's salary. I think that sentiment holds true with many other supporters. If the released/traded him, I wouldn't be too shocked or hurt. What upsets me is the fact that we traded a cheaper player in Carl Robinson in what I recall as an almost direct result of acquiring DeGuz (correct me if I'm wrong).

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    This better not be a cruel joke!

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    Carl Robinson was making over $300k with TFC so it was not a significant salary difference. However, he seemed to be much more of a leader on the pitch than DeGuz ever was.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wull View Post
    This better not be a cruel joke!
    CSN said on the Extra Time portion of their "Its Called Football" broadcast that they are hearing multiple rumours. Take it for what it is worth.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TFC OZZ View Post
    "Julian is not a goal scorer and I think most TFC supporters understand that"

    Don't really agree with that to be honest. When he arrived I think plenty of people expected him to/and still expect him to score goals as a designated player.
    I expect someone of his talent to hit the fucking target when he has the opportunity. He's not a goal scorer, but his shots are ridiculous spastic flailings, a spectacle that we would tie someone like Peterson or Sturgis to the tracks over. Every single time JDG winds up, I've written the play off as a goal kick, and I am right 100% of the time.

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    I never expected goals from him, but I did expect him to shine - instead he seems sometimes above average and that's all, to me anyway.

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    probably best think JDG could do for TFC. although it's like 170k in cap relief
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    And when good football happens, I give thanks for the miracle and I don’t give a damn which team or country performs it.”

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    I hope they would use the money on someone else not just get rid of him and get another DP to replace him and still only have 1

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    this would be best for TFC, JDG, and CMNT.

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    It might be for the best. I actually think he's a great player but I think TFC isn't where he shines.

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    Are we still paying in part for Robo? See where I'm going with this...?

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    Who the hell is going to take him back in europe after watching his match tapes from over here...?

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    When does JDG contract end?

    I think JDG's career might be done thanks to his knee injury.

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    You can bet that JDG will be giving 100% during the Gold Cup to prove he can still play.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TFC/Everton View Post
    You can bet that JDG will be giving 100% during the Gold Cup to prove he can still play.
    He wasn't even on the bench vs USA! He must 1st make at team in order to prove anything.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Azerban View Post
    I expect someone of his talent to hit the fucking target when he has the opportunity. He's not a goal scorer, but his shots are ridiculous spastic flailings, a spectacle that we would tie someone like Peterson or Sturgis to the tracks over. Every single time JDG winds up, I've written the play off as a goal kick, and I am right 100% of the time.
    Yep +1

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    I thought he already left TFC I haven't seen him all season

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    This is best for all parties involved. I hope its true.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bigtfcfan View Post
    this would be best for TFC, JDG, and CMNT.
    Only best for JDG if he plans on retiring. Who the hell would ever want him after the way he played here?

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    yeah doesn't make sense to me why he would want it for that reason ^ so i think it's not true

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    Quote Originally Posted by swan View Post
    yeah doesn't make sense to me why he would want it for that reason ^ so i think it's not true
    And what if that was the actual case? What if he missed the lifestyle and weather and lack of scrutiny by being a retired footballer raising a family in Spain?

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    could be..

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    Quote Originally Posted by bgnewf View Post
    And what if that was the actual case? What if he missed the lifestyle and weather and lack of scrutiny by being a retired footballer raising a family in Spain?
    I can't take you seriously if you think that JDG is under any degree of scrutiny in Canada.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ginkster88 View Post
    I can't take you seriously if you think that JDG is under any degree of scrutiny in Canada.
    He is under scrutiny by TFC fans ginkster. And deservedly so.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Azerban View Post
    I expect someone of his talent to hit the fucking target when he has the opportunity. He's not a goal scorer, but his shots are ridiculous spastic flailings, a spectacle that we would tie someone like Peterson or Sturgis to the tracks over. Every single time JDG winds up, I've written the play off as a goal kick, and I am right 100% of the time.
    unfortunately....and despite his skill, he does get roughed up, also a problem
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    I was one of the people who was excited to hear JDG was coming to TFC a few years ago. But let's face it, it has not worked out for either party. The reasons why will be debated at length but it does not matter. Sooner or later it needs to be decided what was thought to be a good plan is just not working and it's time for a change.

    Unless Winter & Co. are looking to build this team around him it would make sense to part ways, be it in time for him to look for work in Europe next season or at the end of the MLS season.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bgnewf View Post
    He is under scrutiny by TFC fans ginkster. And deservedly so.
    You can live in Toronto and not be scrutinized by TFC fans. There aren't that many of us... and most of us don't care!

 

 

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