Haworth on mission to earn longer deal with Bradford City (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)
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Haworth on mission to earn longer deal with Bradford City
6:50am Friday 27th January 2012 in Sport By Simon Parker
LOAN SPELL: Andy Haworth is two games into his month’s stay at City
With a name like Haworth, City’s “other” on-loan winger should fit in fine in West Yorkshire.
Andy Haworth would certainly love to hit the ‘Wuthering Heights’ as he looks to put a frustrating time at Bury behind him.
Haworth, like many in the Valley Parade dressing room including latest signing Will Atkinson, is out of contract in the summer.
So he is desperate to put a marker down for the future. For the 23-year-old, every second on the pitch counts.
Tomorrow’s trip to Bristol Rovers represents a third chance to show Phil Parkinson that he is worth keeping.
Haworth’s loan may only be for a month initially but he has got his sights on extending the stay.
He said: “Hopefully I’ll be here for longer. I need to get the games first and prove to the manager what I can do through my performances.
“Obviously it’s down to Bradford if they want to keep me to the end of the season but hopefully that will happen.
“It’s an important time for me now. I’m out of contract in the summer and become a free agent then.
“That’s always in the back of your mind but you’ve just got to get your head down and try to play well to earn a new deal.”
Atkinson’s arrival yesterday seemed to throw a question mark over Haworth’s prospects. But assistant boss Steve Parkin says the ball remains in his court.
He said: “Andy has just got to carry on working. He’s had a long period when he hasn’t played but he’s had a couple of games for us in a short space of time and it’s about him impressing on us that he can do a job from now until the end of the season.”
The writing certainly looks to be on the wall for Haworth at Gigg Lane. Having played 40 games in last season’s rise from League Two, he no longer seems part of Richie Barker’s plans.
Haworth feels he has not been given a fair crack of the whip and said: “It’s been a complicated situation since last season. I felt I’ve not really had a look-in there.
“I played quite a lot last year and thought it went well, especially as we got promotion.
“But this season has been really frustrating for me personally and I had to get out to get some games.
“I’m sure I could play in that league but it’s the manager’s decision.
“He must have felt I wasn’t the right player for him.”
When Parkinson came calling, Haworth’s decision was easy. After a brief loan spell at Oxford earlier in the season, he did not hesitate to pack his bags again.
He added: “It’s nice to know when a manager rates you highly and wants you. It gives you more confidence and positivity.
“It’s always pretty nerve-racking going to a new club and getting used to the different surroundings but I think I’ve settled in well.
“This is a massive club and the stadium is great to play in. It doesn’t feel like I’ve dropped down a division because of the size of the crowd and the ground.
“I just want to do my best for the team and put in some good performances on a personal note. Then hopefully that will persuade the manager to keep me here.
“I’m still finding a bit of fitness at the minute and I feel a bit heavy-legged because I’ve not played for a long while. But I’ll keep putting in the work in training and in games.”
Comments(7)
Hoggy64
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8:08am Fri 27 Jan 12
dannbradfc
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8:35am Fri 27 Jan 12
Hoggy64 wrote:He's no slouch but he did appear very lightweight in the tackle. Actually more concerned with his reluctance to attack the full back and get in a cross. He appears to want to cut-back on his right foot and come inside and usually ran into trouble. Haven't seen him deliver a decent cross yet, certainly not consistently. Its early days so this may get addressed but he hasn't got much time......
I know he's only played two games but from what I've seen he's not big on tackling. He pulled out of lots of challenges in his last match and also doesn't seem particularly quick. Can't see how he will keep his place with Reid coming back and the other new winger.
KnightMcCall
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8:48am Fri 27 Jan 12
dannbradfc wrote:I would ask City fans to remember a certain Chris O'Grady when dismissing a loanee after just two games. Haworth, like O'Grady, is not match fit and is finding his feet. O'Grady was slated by lots of City fans and McCall in turn was slated for bringing him on board.
Hoggy64 wrote: I know he's only played two games but from what I've seen he's not big on tackling. He pulled out of lots of challenges in his last match and also doesn't seem particularly quick. Can't see how he will keep his place with Reid coming back and the other new winger.He's no slouch but he did appear very lightweight in the tackle. Actually more concerned with his reluctance to attack the full back and get in a cross. He appears to want to cut-back on his right foot and come inside and usually ran into trouble. Haven't seen him deliver a decent cross yet, certainly not consistently. Its early days so this may get addressed but he hasn't got much time......
Once O'Grady got his fitness back he led Rochdale to promotion and is now helping Sheff Weds in League one by banging them in regularly.
PP is not a fool so if he thinks Haworth is worth a shot then back him; please.
Haworth certainly has a spark and has quick feet but did pull out of a couple of challenges. Lack of fitness and low confidence can do that to a player so if he plays; support him and lift his confidence. After all, if you want him to do badly in a city shirt then you are not really fans....
bettyswollocks
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8:57am Fri 27 Jan 12
It was his reluctance to close down the winger that lead to Burton's goal last week.
His decision making and final ball could do with some improvement too but I'll give him the benefit of the doubt on that as he hasn't played much.
Overall I'd have to say get rid. He might be ok going forward if he has time and space but it won't take word long to get round L2 right backs that the kid doesn't like a tackle. Just as importantly he has to be able to do the defensive duties and I've seen nothing to suggest he will.
BCFCBoothy1
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9:01am Fri 27 Jan 12
KnightMcCall wrote:Great points well made Knight.....
dannbradfc wrote:I would ask City fans to remember a certain Chris O'Grady when dismissing a loanee after just two games. Haworth, like O'Grady, is not match fit and is finding his feet. O'Grady was slated by lots of City fans and McCall in turn was slated for bringing him on board. Once O'Grady got his fitness back he led Rochdale to promotion and is now helping Sheff Weds in League one by banging them in regularly. PP is not a fool so if he thinks Haworth is worth a shot then back him; please. Haworth certainly has a spark and has quick feet but did pull out of a couple of challenges. Lack of fitness and low confidence can do that to a player so if he plays; support him and lift his confidence. After all, if you want him to do badly in a city shirt then you are not really fans....Hoggy64 wrote: I know he's only played two games but from what I've seen he's not big on tackling. He pulled out of lots of challenges in his last match and also doesn't seem particularly quick. Can't see how he will keep his place with Reid coming back and the other new winger.He's no slouch but he did appear very lightweight in the tackle. Actually more concerned with his reluctance to attack the full back and get in a cross. He appears to want to cut-back on his right foot and come inside and usually ran into trouble. Haven't seen him deliver a decent cross yet, certainly not consistently. Its early days so this may get addressed but he hasn't got much time......
Especially the last scentence!!
I can't believe the attitude of some 'fans' these days, "the instant fans" - they want success instantly - this may be warrated in some cases if the player has been bought for £20+ million and earning £100k a week, but for a league two club wheeling and dealing in the loan and Bosman markets - 'fans' need to get real about our potential signings and as you say, give them some support, if they are on the pitch in a City shirt and trying to help win a game for us we should SUPPORT them.
As you rightly say, support will build confidence and performance, if they have the ability.
Come on City!!!
CTID
Hoggy64
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9:18am Fri 27 Jan 12
BCFCBoothy1 wrote:Am I missing something but where exactly has anyone said that they won't support him or City, get a grip !
KnightMcCall wrote:Great points well made Knight.....
dannbradfc wrote:I would ask City fans to remember a certain Chris O'Grady when dismissing a loanee after just two games. Haworth, like O'Grady, is not match fit and is finding his feet. O'Grady was slated by lots of City fans and McCall in turn was slated for bringing him on board. Once O'Grady got his fitness back he led Rochdale to promotion and is now helping Sheff Weds in League one by banging them in regularly. PP is not a fool so if he thinks Haworth is worth a shot then back him; please. Haworth certainly has a spark and has quick feet but did pull out of a couple of challenges. Lack of fitness and low confidence can do that to a player so if he plays; support him and lift his confidence. After all, if you want him to do badly in a city shirt then you are not really fans....Hoggy64 wrote: I know he's only played two games but from what I've seen he's not big on tackling. He pulled out of lots of challenges in his last match and also doesn't seem particularly quick. Can't see how he will keep his place with Reid coming back and the other new winger.He's no slouch but he did appear very lightweight in the tackle. Actually more concerned with his reluctance to attack the full back and get in a cross. He appears to want to cut-back on his right foot and come inside and usually ran into trouble. Haven't seen him deliver a decent cross yet, certainly not consistently. Its early days so this may get addressed but he hasn't got much time......
Especially the last scentence!!
I can't believe the attitude of some 'fans' these days, "the instant fans" - they want success instantly - this may be warrated in some cases if the player has been bought for £20+ million and earning £100k a week, but for a league two club wheeling and dealing in the loan and Bosman markets - 'fans' need to get real about our potential signings and as you say, give them some support, if they are on the pitch in a City shirt and trying to help win a game for us we should SUPPORT them.
As you rightly say, support will build confidence and performance, if they have the ability.
Come on City!!!
CTID
BCFCBoothy1
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10:48am Sat 28 Jan 12
Hoggy64 wrote:Wow! Good repost man!
BCFCBoothy1 wrote:Am I missing something but where exactly has anyone said that they won't support him or City, get a grip !KnightMcCall wrote:Great points well made Knight..... Especially the last scentence!! I can't believe the attitude of some 'fans' these days, "the instant fans" - they want success instantly - this may be warrated in some cases if the player has been bought for £20+ million and earning £100k a week, but for a league two club wheeling and dealing in the loan and Bosman markets - 'fans' need to get real about our potential signings and as you say, give them some support, if they are on the pitch in a City shirt and trying to help win a game for us we should SUPPORT them. As you rightly say, support will build confidence and performance, if they have the ability. Come on City!!! CTIDdannbradfc wrote:I would ask City fans to remember a certain Chris O'Grady when dismissing a loanee after just two games. Haworth, like O'Grady, is not match fit and is finding his feet. O'Grady was slated by lots of City fans and McCall in turn was slated for bringing him on board. Once O'Grady got his fitness back he led Rochdale to promotion and is now helping Sheff Weds in League one by banging them in regularly. PP is not a fool so if he thinks Haworth is worth a shot then back him; please. Haworth certainly has a spark and has quick feet but did pull out of a couple of challenges. Lack of fitness and low confidence can do that to a player so if he plays; support him and lift his confidence. After all, if you want him to do badly in a city shirt then you are not really fans....Hoggy64 wrote: I know he's only played two games but from what I've seen he's not big on tackling. He pulled out of lots of challenges in his last match and also doesn't seem particularly quick. Can't see how he will keep his place with Reid coming back and the other new winger.He's no slouch but he did appear very lightweight in the tackle. Actually more concerned with his reluctance to attack the full back and get in a cross. He appears to want to cut-back on his right foot and come inside and usually ran into trouble. Haven't seen him deliver a decent cross yet, certainly not consistently. Its early days so this may get addressed but he hasn't got much time......
Repeating a player should be sent back and deemed not good enough following 2 incomplete matches after a while without first team football, the first game of which had seen him only have 1 training session with his new team mates isn't very supportive is it now Bro!?!?!?!
I have a fair grip on reality cheers!
CTID
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