Brian Deane
Seems though the last posting did not raise immediate comment, thought I'd share the following taken from the independent Leeds United web site: -
Jabba's Comments
Brian Deane is a Leeds-born lad who somehow slipped through the net and didn't get picked up to play for United as a youngster. He started out at Doncaster Rovers and joined Sheffield United a couple of years later. He made his reputation here, scoring over 100 goals in 5 years and becoming known for his strength and finishing.
It should have been a dream move as his hometown club smashed their transfer record to pick him up in 1993, but things never quite worked out. In successive years he scored against Manchester United at Elland Road, which needless to say made him quite popular, but the goals never came in the same quantity as they had at Sheffield and he returned to Bramall Lane after 4 years. He spent half a season there before moving to Portugal: it was a surprise to many that this traditional English centre-forward was wanted by Benfica, but he didn't do too badly in his 9 months out there.
He returned to Middlesbrough where he was in and out of favour with the manager over the last two years. A move to Leicester suited him - and he even managed a goal against Leeds at Elland Road in one of those games that Leeds just threw away when 2-0 up. He's doing pretty well down in Division 1 and has done much to help the Foxes into a promotion spot, although he picked up an injury at the turn of the year that has kept him out of the team for a couple of months.
Wirral Blade says: Deano is a very under estimated centre forward. Had a fantastic partnership with Tony Agana at Bramall Lane before transfering to Elland Road where they again poached and ruined a Blade player, Keith Edwards, Gary Hamsom, Alex Sabella, Paul Beesley, John Pemberton all spring to mind. Will always be remembered for scoring from 45 yards again Liverpool at the Lane. Thank God he never signed for the Wednesday.Paul Vulch Foster says: I've always loved Deano - right from the day I started watching him as a lad. I'm actually a blades fan and was gutted when he went to Leeds but knew he was too good for us to stay. Sadly, Brian didn't do as well as he could have done at Elland Road but he's still special. He has his critics but I just love'im! Hopefully, one day he'll come back to the blades where he'll always be welcome and be a hero. I love you, Brian
Trevor says: You may not have far to travel if you still want to see Deano play --- acording to sources he's about to be unveiled as Halifax Town new player coach latr on this morning !!
Jim Fieldsend Snr says: Deano was always a joy to watch. With Tony Agana, He also advanced the cause of black players in an era of soccer racism. Leeds stole him as they have too often done. Come back Deano. We need you. Dont worry about the loss of wages. With you leading the line all the team will earn more in win bonuses.....
Ste says: you never knew if he was tring to score or trying to clear it - F***IN LEGEND!!
DeeDee says: I met Brian while on vacation in St. Croix seven years ago. I have followed his career closely and know that any team would be lucky to have such an outstanding and dedicated player, but even luckier to have such a wonderful man as a part of their club.
Sheridan says: leeds qpr 6-1 deano 4 england :-)
nuno "deane" couto says: brian is the best brian 4 president he is the most outstanding forward he love him in benfica please come back home brian
Brooky the Blade says: Brian Deane is the most gifted and natural football player ever to have donned the red and white stripes of SUFC. He made an imortal impression on the team and Blade fans. Come back to the lane Brian. Deanoo!!!
Jim Gilling
FTM
posted by Jim Gilling - Secretary SAFCSA Coxhoe Branch @ 1:17 PM
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4 Comments:
Jim, I'd missed this completely having been away for 3 days and never picked a paper up. Don't know what to say really other than he's here to warm the bench and will be brought on only if we are cahsing a game, need to go route 1 or need to rough up opposing defenders. Can't say I've ever really been a fan of Brian Deane, but if he does us a job then fair does. Think this signing says to me more and more that once fit, Kyle will be used in a little and large combination.
Huyton,
Tend to agree with you, I remember the times he has played against us and he has had our defence shit scared. One probably for the bench and send on to change things around with 20 minutes to go and to add abit of muscle up front - something that we have lacked for quite a while. End of the season I think he will retire so if he does the bizz in the next 7 games will have been a good signing.
Jim
Think that is a fair assessment. If Deane scores the goals ( should he need to to) to get us up then job done.
Just come back from an overnight stay in sunny Harrogate and catching up with things.
I remember last year at West Ham when Deane came on when we were 2-0 up and cruising. Terrorised our defence and we ended up getiing beaten 3-2. I think McCarthy has signed him to give us the physical option in the last few games, should we need it. Fair enough I suppose and if he can maybe score a goal or give the opposition centre halves something to think about then it'll be worth it as we don't have anyone who can fit that mould although Brown and Bridges are more creative.
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