Rio passes medical

[QPR Richard]

Rio was Man Utd's 5th fittest player at the club last season.
And he was fully fit 95% of the entire season.

Source: Man Utd's official stats.

Ryan Gigg's told Harry that if he had still been manager Rio would have been his 1st choice CB.

But I suppose even the above wont satisfy you.

Well that's ok then, we should get a good 30 games out of him.

[Stanley]

Well that's ok then, we should get a good 30 games out of him.

And so what if we don't?

[QPR Richard]

And so what if we don't?

Like I said earlier, let's see how many games he plays in come the end of the season.

[Stanley]

Like I said earlier, let's see how many games he plays in come the end of the season.

Sorry, but I really dont get your point.

[Busheyboy]

Rio has the most successful stats of any player in the history of QPR - yet some fans aren't happy

Yes, he's getting on, so was Nelsen, Dunne, etc

He may not have the legs and fitness of old but does that detract from his football knowledge, brain and experience - not IMO

He also looks like he really wants to be here and his influence is going to be massive

LET'S ALL GET BEHIND HIM, BE POSITIVE AND BACK OUR PLAYERS

[Del]

Well that's ok then, we should get a good 30 games out of him.

It's a mute point. You seem to ignore that even if he only played half that he could save us effectively 10 points or more, which could be the difference between staying up or not...... The reward as a result would make his apparently modest wage look like peanuts and therefore be money very well spent.

I do however think with only league games to worry about and rest between them he'll play most of them.

[QPR Richard]

Sorry, but I really dont get your point.

You said, according to Man Utd stats he was 5th fittest player at OT last season. I was just saying based on that, there's no reason to doubt he will play around 30 games this season and we shall see if that was the case come the end of the season.

Reading through the posts on here, people have said he missed games because Moyes didn't like him, or that Dunne notched X amount of appearances, or that Giggs said he was the fittest player at Utd. Based on what has been said, is it unreasonable to expect 30 games from him this season? I remain to be convinced of that likelihood, and as I've said, I'd be delighted if he does and willing to eat humble pie.

[Stanley]

You said, according to Man Utd stats he was 5th fittest player at OT last season. I was just saying based on that, there's no reason to doubt he will play around 30 games this season and we shall see if that was the case come the end of the season.

Reading through the posts on here, people have said he missed games because Moyes didn't like him, or that Dunne notched X amount of appearances, or that Giggs said he was the fittest player at Utd. Based on what has been said, is it unreasonable to expect 30 games from him this season? I remain to be convinced of that likelihood, and as I've said, I'd be delighted if he does and willing to eat humble pie.

I realise that's what you meant, but I asked so what if he doesn't play 30 games?

So I'm not trying to be funny with you but I still don't get your point...

[West Acton]

Rio was Man Utd's 5th fittest player at the club last season.

He was fully fit 95% of the entire season.

Source: Man Utd's official stats.

Ryan Giggs told Harry that if he had still been manager Rio would have been his 1st choice CB.

But I suppose even the above wont satisfy you.

I was going post this too but you beat me to it. Harry said this live on TS last night

Only never played last season as Moyes wanted to shake things up

[West Acton]

You said, according to Man Utd stats he was 5th fittest player at OT last season. I was just saying based on that, there's no reason to doubt he will play around 30 games this season and we shall see if that was the case come the end of the season.

Reading through the posts on here, people have said he missed games because Moyes didn't like him, or that Dunne notched X amount of appearances, or that Giggs said he was the fittest player at Utd. Based on what has been said, is it unreasonable to expect 30 games from him this season? I remain to be convinced of that likelihood, and as I've said, I'd be delighted if he does and willing to eat humble pie.

You have become entrenched in your vendetta Richard it's clear as day

[QPR Richard]

You have become entrenched in your vendetta Richard it's clear as day

I'd hardly call it a vendetta, I don't even know the bloke! I just remain doubtful he will play 30 games for us this season. How many games do you think he'll play?

[West Acton]

I'd hardly call it a vendetta, I don't even know the bloke! I just remain doubtful he will play 30 games for us this season. How many games do you think he'll play?

As an outsider Richard it comes across that way. You appear very bitter towards him and give off the persona that your almost willing him to pick up an injury so you can say I told you all so. Thats just how it comes across

[QPR Richard]

As an outsider Richard it comes across that way. You appear very bitter towards him and give off the persona that your almost willing him to pick up an injury so you can say I told you all so. Thats just how it comes across

Wrong. Just because I remain sceptical on his ability to play around 30 games for us, doesn't mean I'd wish injury on one of our own. I'm sorry if you perceive otherwise.

I've seen too many types like Hateley Park and Dyer to be totally sold on this.

Like I've said numerous times, I remain unconvinced, and will be the first to say I was wrong if he plays well and a large number of games this season.

[Stanley]

Wrong. Just because I remain sceptical on his ability to play around 30 games for us, doesn't mean I'd wish injury on one of our own. I'm sorry if you perceive otherwise.

I've seen too many types like Hateley Park and Dyer to be totally sold on this.

Like I've said numerous times, I remain unconvinced, and will be the first to say I was wrong if he plays well and a large number of games this season.

Even if he doesn't play as many as 30 games I still cant see your objection.

His influence, knowledge and wealth of experience in and around the club, training ground, dressing room........the fact that his signing will attract further players who otherwise would most likely turn us down.........the fact that his salary is nothing like what's been rumoured and reported.......the fact that it's only a one year deal........the fact that he had far more lucrative offers elsewhere but chose us......the fact that he was one of Man Utd's fittest players last season...etc...the list goes on...

[West Acton]

Wrong. Just because I remain sceptical on his ability to play around 30 games for us, doesn't mean I'd wish injury on one of our own. I'm sorry if you perceive otherwise.

I've seen too many types like Hateley Park and Dyer to be totally sold on this.

Like I've said numerous times, I remain unconvinced, and will be the first to say I was wrong if he plays well and a large number of games this season.

Which is cool mate and I have only raised it as I think your a decent poster whose views I respect on most theads but on the Rio threads you appear to have morphed into someone else who is not like the geezer who tips up elsewhere

Suppose its what makes the forum what its is different views and passionate opinions