Breaking News Leon Chambers-Parillon Signs

[Yorkshire Blue]

I’ll repost what I said in the transfer thread so I can find it again for when he flops/gets sold for a million pounds but this is the type of bet I want us to be making. They won’t all work but if a few do we’ll be more than happy.

Looking forward to seeing him in action.

Chambers-Parillon fits the profile of the type of player I’d want to roll the dice on.

Plus we’ve always done well with players called Leigh-on-Sea/Leon C (Cort, Constantine, Clarke).

Good age, good size, looks like he should be athletic but also described as classy on the ball. He seems to have been piecing it together recently and is coming off of success rather than trying to rebuild his career which I always like. Ideally I’d like a bit more track record of success behind him but if he had that he’d cost more so you’re gambling that you’re getting in early before he really takes off.

From the glimpses of Slough highlights I’ve watched he seems to be comfortable bringing the ball forward and can play a pass. He seems to move easily with long strides but I never saw him in top gear so I don’t know how quick he is. He appears to have a languid running style which might rile a few and from the highlights didn’t appear to grab games by the scruff of the neck but he likes a shot from distance which should endear him to those who want players to shoot every time they cross the half way line.

He appears right footed so I’d imagine he’ll be Coker’s understudy but maybe Coker will switch to the left more. I’d imagine the plan is to slowly introduce him from the bench and see if he can work his way into the starting line-up permanently for next season.

He’s only stepping up one division so the gap in standard shouldn’t be too much, especially as he had an academy grounding with Luton (potential John Still connection?), Villa and then Oxford U where he turned pro, once he’s adjusted back to full time training.

There are no guarantees and not all moves will pay out but a player with his profile should have good upside and as a regular in NLS his floor should be squad player adding depth in NL. That’s the type of odds and risk-reward I’d be keen to roll the dice on several times a year to see if you can uncover a gem. I wonder if this was one the data identified?

 

[Somerset Ex-TTB]

I guess he will be cup tied for Saturday?

 

[BoyWonder2]

On paper, looks exactly the type of signing we need.

Can’t confess to having seen him play, but I get the impression this signing is more with an eye on next season, as opposed to this. Similar to when we signed Kensdale & Morton.

Give him half a season to get up to speed, with the odd appearance off the bench, and possibly the odd start towards the back end of the season.

Then, with (hopefully) a full pre-season behind him he can make Roots Hall his playground and start dominating games.

Very much the right type of profile of player we should be looking at.

Well done Southend United. Up the data

 

[ColinMorrisWalksOnWater]

I guess he will be cup tied for Saturday?

I believe so, yes.

 

[Linda Loan Shark]

On paper, looks exactly the type of signing we need.

Can’t confess to having seen him play, but I get the impression this signing is more with an eye on next season, as opposed to this. Similar to when we signed Kensdale & Morton.

Give him half a season to get up to speed, with the odd appearance off the bench, and possibly the odd start towards the back end of the season.

Then, with (hopefully) a full pre-season behind him he can make Roots Hall his playground and start dominating games.

Very much the right type of profile of player we should be looking at.

Well done Southend United. Up the data

If he gets up to speed in the next six months I am pretty confident we will make the NL playoffs next season

 

[amsemp]

Welcome Leon! Looks a great signing and seems like a top man. Squad is really starting to shape up nicely.

 

[flangejackrabbit]

Looking forward to the chants of "There's only one Chambers-Parillon"!

 

[Exiled Shrimper]

I guess he will be cup tied for Saturday?

Yes, he played in each of Slough’s three fixtures in The FA Trophy.

 

[Supershrimper]

On paper, looks exactly the type of signing we need.

Can’t confess to having seen him play, but I get the impression this signing is more with an eye on next season, as opposed to this. Similar to when we signed Kensdale & Morton.

Give him half a season to get up to speed, with the odd appearance off the bench, and possibly the odd start towards the back end of the season.

Then, with (hopefully) a full pre-season behind him he can make Roots Hall his playground and start dominating games.

Very much the right type of profile of player we should be looking at.

Well done Southend United. Up the data

Who gets dropped though? Coker and Morton both on the team sheet for me. I guess replacement for one of Miley / Husin or Appiah-Forson

 

[Gremlin]

Looking forward to the chants of "There's only one Chambers-Parillon"!

If there isn't a song which rhymes his name with Cliffs Pavilion by the end of February I'll lose all faith in our singing section.

 

[Chairman Trigg]

As soon as I get the ball I want to play forward and hurt defences

Disappointing no mention of backwards or sideways.....just what is going on at the moment!!

 

[Holy Joe]

Who gets dropped though? Coker and Morton both on the team sheet for me. I guess replacement for one of Miley / Husin or Appiah-Forson

Could it be Bridge position in 3-4-3

 

[Chrisb]

Who gets dropped though? Coker and Morton both on the team sheet for me. I guess replacement for one of Miley / Husin or Appiah-Forson

Sadly I think that Appiah-Forson flatters to deceive, wouldn't be surprised to see him moving on.

 

[Supershrimper]

Could it be Bridge position in 3-4-3

Forgot about Bridge.

 

[geoffmundo]

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As soon as I get the ball I want to play forward and hurt defences

Disappointing no mention of backwards or sideways.....just what is going on at the moment!!

He also mentioned he’s still learning. We will train him to stop marauding forward!

 

[thenobster]

As soon as I get the ball I want to play forward and hurt defences

Disappointing no mention of backwards or sideways.....just what is going on at the moment!!

give it a month

 

[Supershrimper]

If there isn't a song which rhymes his name with Cliffs Pavilion by the end of February I'll lose all faith in our singing section.

Leon Chambers-Parillon,
Relaxes at the Cliffs Pavilion.
On the pitch, he’s having fun,
Defenders run, he’s never done.

 

[Napster]

In the heart where Thames meets the sea's embrace, Lies Southend United, in blue-clad grace. Through trials faced and battles fought, A new hero to their ranks is brought.

From Slough's domain, where he did rise, Leon Parillon, with determined eyes. A midfielder of skill and might, Ready to lead the Shrimpers' fight.

Seventy-seven times he wore The Rebel's crest, in games of yore. Eight goals he netted, each a gem, Now Roots Hall awaits for him.

With vision sharp and passes true, He'll weave the field in shades of blue. The fans will cheer, the rafters ring, As Leon makes the faithful sing.

So here's to battles yet unfurled, As Parillon takes on the world. Southend's new chapter has begun, With Leon's legacy to be won.

Welcome, Leon, to the shore, Where echoes of the crowd implore. Lead us to glory, write your name, In Southend's everlasting fame

 

[Blues4LifeDan]

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He also mentioned he’s still learning. We will train him to stop marauding forward!

What a lovely, positive post. I'm sure that will really make him feel welcome.

 

[davewebbsbrain]

If he gets up to speed in the next six months I am pretty confident we will make the NL playoffs next this season

Edited for accuracy