James McCarthy

[Tomo 21,733]

I might be reading a bit much into this put the scoring positions McCarthy found himself in today kinda reminds me of Frank Lampard (obviously a long way to go before he gets near him but if he can be half as good ).

[bababoom 4,478]

He scored a cracking goal today.

[James 5,197]

Quality goal that was, great use of both feet.

[Wxgba 306]

His goal today did require a lot of skill, though there was an element of fortune with the flick over the defender's leg which left him with the chance to shoot. Very acute finish, nevertheless. Looks like a good prospect but I think a move to use would still be a bit premature in his development as a footballer.

[milllz 43]

McCarthy's talks with Wigan break down with Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea all interested in signing midfielder

Last updated at 11:38 PM on 28th July 2011

James McCarthy and Wigan have broken down alerting Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea.The 20-year-old is rated at £15million by Wigan but, after two rounds of talks, both parties seem no nearer a deal.

In demand: James McCarthy

Wigan would be loath to lose the midfielder following Charles N’Zogbia's sale and increased interest in Hugo Rodallega.

Meanwhile, PSV Eindhoven have made a move to take Wigan Athletic fullback Ronnie Stam on loan.

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2019981/James-McCarthys-talks-Wigan-break-down.html#ixzz1TVAUg1Yj

[SeB 1,281]

He is an incredible player, he is full of qualities, very complete and disciplined... Maybe we could sign him in the next 2 or 3 years...

He has a great mentality and his progress is lightning for the last seasons. He isn't as good as Parker in tackles but he can do everything on the pitch as Parker (or more !). I'd love seeing Parker back to Chelsea but I would love even more seing McCarthy at Chelsea.

Maybe we could make an arrangement with Wigan, we give them Kakuta on a season long loan... ?

We have also Conor Clifford, we shall not forget

[Madmax 9,219]

Meybe we could make an arrangement with Wigan, we give them Kakuta on a season long loan... ?

And sarifice a (potential) wide player for yet another central midfielder? Sure ...

[Billy. 2,742]

good player wouldnt mind seeing him at the bridge

[SeB 1,281]

And sarifice a (potential) wide player for yet another central midfielder? Sure ...

Anyway Kakuta isn't ready for the first team yet I think, he would better be loaned out this season somewhere. So we must consider the best options for him, and why not for the club in the same time... ?

[Domino- 116]

A bit like Steven Gerrard.

[SeB 1,281]

A bit like Steven Gerrard.

For me he can be even more versatile and complete and has the potential to be a great midfielder in the future

[Domino- 116]

Well maybe you're right, the boy has the potential to reach a deal with him seriously. In Wigan hardly reached a high level. You go to a club like Villa, Bolton, Everton to play constantly

[OReillyD36 311]

Scottish pirlo, can play that deep lying playmaker role or can play attacking role. He Is a good player, can be a great player, would be nice to have an Irish international at Chelsea again. Conor clifford doesnt seem to be part of avbs plans :/ hopefully he can get a loan to a championship club this season

[Kostas 1,468]

Conor clifford doesnt seem to be part of avbs plans :/

He's recovering from an operation.

[OReillyD36 311]

He's recovering from an operation.

What happened to him? Last I heard about him was he was off to Leeds on loan but haven't heard anythin else

[dave30 728]

i think he would be a top purchase for the future him and josh could be quality together .

[BlueLion. 21,491]

Rather him than Parker, though I am for either of them joining.

[Shane 2,275]

Just putting it out there. Very good and multitalented midfielder, Great passing and vision, and only 21 years of age. I know we have McEachran, but I really think that McCarthy and McEachran could add to each others games and form perhaps a midfield pairing. He'd only be about £10m i'd imagine, and is proven against top opponents.

Thoughts?