Ollie Cooper

[swansvalleyjack]

I realize that Cooper is on the older side, but he seems like exactly the kind of player that can be turned into a pressing menace

A good tactic I agree, but not sure Ollie sees himself as an oldie at 26

 

[Ringwood]

He might end up at Newport on loan to keep them up.

 

[Michu78]

Not good enough at this level.

 

[Frankie Burrows Cap]

I think so but he only played in the League Cup against Crawley so don't know if that counts

Looks like it’s any official/competitive fixture so rules out that option of loaning him back out or selling him.


Key Aspects of the Rule:

• Standard FIFA Rule: A player can be registered with a maximum of three clubs in a season, but can only play in official matches for two of them.
• Exceptions for Overlapping Seasons: If a player moves between associations with overlapping seasons (e.g., summer/winter leagues), they might play for a third club.
• Loan Deals & Transfers: Players on loan might still be recalled, and a player whose contract is cancelled by one club can then sign and play for another.
• Recent EFL/National League Changes: Rules have been updated, allowing players to play for two clubs in the same national league in a season, which previously might have made them cup-tied.
• Grassroots Football: Rules vary widely; some local leagues allow dual registration for players playing different days (e.g., Saturday/Sunday) or even three teams if in different formats.

In essence: The limit is usually two played for, but registration with three (often involving loans) is common, with specific league rules adding layers of complexity, particularly around cup competitions.

 

[Manselton Jack]

Looks like it’s any official/competitive fixture so rules out that option of loaning him back out or selling him.


Key Aspects of the Rule:

• Standard FIFA Rule: A player can be registered with a maximum of three clubs in a season, but can only play in official matches for two of them.
• Exceptions for Overlapping Seasons: If a player moves between associations with overlapping seasons (e.g., summer/winter leagues), they might play for a third club.
• Loan Deals & Transfers: Players on loan might still be recalled, and a player whose contract is cancelled by one club can then sign and play for another.
• Recent EFL/National League Changes: Rules have been updated, allowing players to play for two clubs in the same national league in a season, which previously might have made them cup-tied.
• Grassroots Football: Rules vary widely; some local leagues allow dual registration for players playing different days (e.g., Saturday/Sunday) or even three teams if in different formats.

In essence: The limit is usually two played for, but registration with three (often involving loans) is common, with specific league rules adding layers of complexity, particularly around cup competitions.

He's staying with us in that case, I'm surprised we've brought him back

 

[Birchgrovejack]

Does that mean he could play in the MLS. Could he be used as a sweetener in the rumoured winger from the MLS

 

[bakajack]

Good point. Is the 2 clubs rule in a season still a thing?

It still is, its why Liverpool have a bit of a quandary about a player they have recalled from Ajax. If they play him in the cup to ease their squad burdens they can't loan him back out afterwards elsewhere

 

[Swans Jack]

Maybe this recall was due to Ronald being out and injury being longterm? What you will get with Cooper is he will chase people down and get fouls. It might actually suit him under Matos and maybe he has one eye also on Wales Squad for World Cup?

 

[Ringwood]

Maybe this recall was due to Ronald being out and injury being longterm? What you will get with Cooper is he will chase people down and get fouls. It might actually suit him under Matos and maybe he has one eye also on Wales Squad for World Cup?

Another lightweight midfielder isn't what we need.

 

[Bullworker]

STILL YOUNG AND BRISTLING PACE PHYSIQUE PRESSING BALL WINNER AND PASSER WELCOME HOME AND SCORE MORE GOALS. A FAN.

 

[3swan]

Another lightweight midfielder isn't what we need.

Maybe not as a 90 min player.

But for a short period of pressing the opposition he could do a job.

If we were paying a large percentage of his wage at Wigan then he might as well be here as an option.

Getting players in January isn't easy (at a cost) so makes sense to increase the squad to cover injuries etc.

 

[swansvalleyjack]

Another lightweight midfielder isn't what we need.

But as a squad player, coming on to replace other tired legs , he will be useful.

 

[Ringwood]

Maybe not as a 90 min player.

But for a short period of pressing the opposition he could do a job.

If we were paying a large percentage of his wage at Wigan then he might as well be here as an option.

Getting players in January isn't easy (at a cost) so makes sense to increase the squad to cover injuries etc.

I agree in principle but we need more than pressers in the final third. Cooper would be another who doesn't score goals. I think Widdel is a better option than both Cooper and Cullen in that role, granted Widdel hasn't scored yet but you can see it happening soon.

 

[ajacks]

STILL YOUNG AND BRISTLING PACE PHYSIQUE PRESSING BALL WINNER AND PASSER WELCOME HOME AND SCORE MORE GOALS. A FAN.

Hi Mrs Cooper.

 

[Swans Jack]

Another lightweight midfielder isn't what we need.

True. Do we need a better player. Yes. But under circumstances, as many said it might be needs must. He won't be used as a player who starts but one that can chase players down and bring energy.