Striker Moore Agrees New Rovers Contract
By Matthew Jones
July 2 2009
Tranmere Rovers fans today finally recieved some good news as Ian Moore agreed a new two-year contract at Prenton Park - a move which many Rovers Fans thought may not happen after his father Ronnie was harshly sacked last month as Manager.
July 2 2009
Tranmere Rovers fans today finally recieved some good news as Ian Moore agreed a new two-year contract at Prenton Park - a move which many Rovers Fans thought may not happen after his father Ronnie was harshly sacked last month as Manager.
After yesterday's disappointing news regarding the departure of midfielder Steven Jennings to Motherwell, following both Antony Kay and Ben Chorley in rejecting new contracts at Prenton Park, Tranmere fans have today recieved some welcome news as striker Ian Moore agreed to extend his stay on the Wirral.
Following the departure of father, Ronnie, in early June, it had been expected that Moore would leave the club, but today the experienced striker has agreed a new two-year contract with the club, keeping him at Prenton Park until 2011.
Moore began his career with Rovers, where he progressed through the youth academy, before making a big money move on to Nottingham Forest.
He had further spells with West Ham, Stockport and Burnley before joining Leeds United, as he played in the Premier League and Division One after leaving the Wirral, as well as representing England at U-21 level.
Moore returned to Prenton Park on January 31st 2008 after beginning his career with the club, joining on a free transfer from Hartlepool United, and he made an immediate impact, scoring on his debut against Leeds.
Last season, Moore was the club's most prolific striker, netting 11 goals in 50 appearances, playing both on the right-wing and in attack.
He was a central figure for Rovers, and after the recent news with regards to players departing, this is some welcome and happy news, at last, for the Tranmere fans.
New Tranmere Manager John Barnes told the Tranmere Rovers Official Website.....
"I'm delighted Ian has decided to stay at the Club. He is a very experienced player who is a proven goal scorer. I look forward to working with him, and the rest of the squad, in pre-season training."
Ian added...
"I've really enjoyed my time back at Tranmere and am happy to have signed a new contract at the Club. I'm looking forward to the new season and hopefully we will push for promotion."
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Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Total Tranmere (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 15:14
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Ian Moore Signs......
Posted by: Deadly Submarine (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 15:12
...a two year deal with he Club as stated last week by Mike herzog and his Source!!
Great News!!!!
Deadly Submarine
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Great News!!!!
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Re: Ian Moore Signs......
Posted by: Matthew the rover (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 15:15
Some good and welcome news at last.
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Re: Ian Moore Signs......
Posted by: giantkiller (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 15:36
Although I'm shocked he's signed after the way Ronnie was treated, I've got to say that's excellent news. Well in Ian!
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: mini_andy (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 16:03
Thank god for that, finally something possitive from the club!
Well done Ian!
Well done Ian!
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: MARK-TRFC (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 16:30
Thank you Ian!
At last some good news & loyalty, while everyones jumping ship it shows there still people with the common value of loyalty.
At last some good news & loyalty, while everyones jumping ship it shows there still people with the common value of loyalty.
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: St Pauli (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 17:02
Sorry guy's but i've been told that was not the way it worked.
My source told me that Ian signed HIS contract the morning Ronnie was sacked.
So before he knew RM was leaving.
My guess is that he's been trying to get it annuled and has now been told that it's not possible so they've now been able to go public with the news.
Tranmere till i die....
My source told me that Ian signed HIS contract the morning Ronnie was sacked.
So before he knew RM was leaving.
My guess is that he's been trying to get it annuled and has now been told that it's not possible so they've now been able to go public with the news.
Tranmere till i die....
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Mikey (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 17:10
Fits in with what I was told St Pauli lol, think that came from Mike Herzog to? (Sub told me)
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Deadly Submarine (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 17:25
Yep that's how I heard it too (and slightly more to it as well) - Mikey's right!
Deadly Submarine
"Will you stop saying you threw a monkey into the sea!"
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"Will you stop saying you threw a monkey into the sea!"
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Deadly Submarine (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 17:28
By the way Mikey anything I told you from Mike Herzog can go on here he said but his source must not be named lol!!
Deadly Submarine
"Will you stop saying you threw a monkey into the sea!"
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"Will you stop saying you threw a monkey into the sea!"
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: MichaelTRFC (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 18:46
As people have said Moore signed the day his dad left and he does sort of hint at this in his interview with Tranmere.
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: MikeH (IP Logged)
Date: 02/07/2009 19:45
Can't say I'm particularly chuffed really - striker is the one position we do have the numbers - a difference maker would help but Moore isn't that. I wanted Curran to get first go at being the partner to bas but that's not going to happen now.
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Deadly Submarine (IP Logged)
Date: 03/07/2009 16:40
At least my Yellow Wig Bet is definitely on now he's stayed...
If Ian Moore reaches the 20 Goals mark (League and Cup) for the season I will wear my Yellow Wig to the game after he succeeds in doing it - a safe bet if ever there was one!!
Deadly Submarine
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If Ian Moore reaches the 20 Goals mark (League and Cup) for the season I will wear my Yellow Wig to the game after he succeeds in doing it - a safe bet if ever there was one!!
Deadly Submarine
"Will you stop saying you threw a monkey into the sea!"
Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 2009:07:03:16:43:10 by Deadly Submarine.
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Philip Brown (IP Logged)
Date: 07/07/2009 16:12
Don't think its all that good news. Hes the one player I thought we could afford to lose and is massively overrated. Hes slow of the mark and not good enough. I'd have rather Gornell or Curran got a look in.
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Deadly Submarine (IP Logged)
Date: 07/07/2009 17:55
So the only post-Moore signing we've made so far and yet it's not good news?
I really am past understanding now lol!
Deadly Submarine
"Will you stop saying you threw a monkey into the sea!"
I really am past understanding now lol!
Deadly Submarine
"Will you stop saying you threw a monkey into the sea!"
Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: Matthew the rover (IP Logged)
Date: 07/07/2009 19:57
He was our leading goalscoring striker last year. He has great intelligence and his finishing is outstanding. I didn't rate him at all this time last year, but his performances last season completely changed my opinion of him around, I can only say I'm delighted.
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Re: Moore agrees new contract
Posted by: SWS (IP Logged)
Date: 08/07/2009 02:34
he isn't the player he once was, he is also not pacey enough to play out wide. HOWEVER he's the best finisher in our squad by a long shot if you ask me. so he'll do for now, but i'd play him right up top with the big fella.
