Am I alone in being a little disappointed with him so far? I wasn't expecting Thierry Henry, I've not seen him away from home, but in the home games I've been left wanting a far bit. He seems to be taking a while to build up an understanding with Joel Porter.

Is he doing anything David Foley wouldn't?

He hasn't got me raving about him yet like.

It was his clever flick clearance that started the move for Sweeney's second goal. A few nice touches here and there, but I think he needs a goal for his confidence.

Offers more than Foley, Henderson & Mackay - so he has to start at the moment.

Mr Fireball, ADG and I offer more than those 3 so yes, I agree that Parker has to be given a run while we have him and I'm certainly not writing him off at this early stage.

Neither was I, I am just expecting a little more from him, he comes with a much bigger reputation than somebody like Henderson.

to be fair to the lad his "mistress" should we call her that has been lying in bed waiting to pass away. that happened on sunday so maybe he might start and improve now he knows she is peacefully at rest!!

He might have been round there on Monday for a luke warm go or even have his mind on a clay cold ride before the bbq.