Ever since his arrival in late September, Tony Pulis didn't waste time in singling out the names around whom he would build his own squad. Those players surplus to requirments have been promptly shown the door, although fans would have preferred to be a revolving one rather than just a Fire Exit.
Iceland International Bjarni Gudjonnson, who played under the welshman at Stoke, was second player to be released from his contract prematurely in the January transfer window. Many felt that Bobby Williamson made to many errors as Argyle's manager and Tony Pulis made it quite clear that Gudjonnson had no future at the club, just as he has done with summer signings Nuno Mendes and Rufus Brevett.
The latter, 36-year old full-back Rufus Brevett, is still with Plymouth at present but his days are well and truly numbered. The former West Ham defender has featured on twelve occasions for the Pilgrims this season, the last of which was in October. After an impressive debut away to Reading, Rufus looked less and less convincing in each game that passed. It became a real low point for both man and club, helplessly looking up at the other teams in the league. Like Gudjonsson, Brevett featured in Tony Pulis' first few games in charge before being exiled completely from all first-team involvement. Neither players impressed Pulis, who could see no place for either of them in this new, more efficient team he was building.
This week, the Derby-born veteran was given a rare chance to exercise himself in the Reserves' goalless draw away to their Bristol Rovers counterparts. Nonetheless, it has been almost four months since he donned a jersey for the senior side and Tony Pulis has now spoken on the matter.
"I've spoken to Rufus and told him that he is not likely to feature for the rest of the season", the manager declared. "He's a good lad, and it's now between him and the club". Like with many clubs, the Pilgrims would encourage any offers for the experienced left-back, so that all parties can benefit from both a footballing and financial aspect.
As was the case for Nuno Mendes, Bobby Williamson's final signing, who was allowed have a trial with the New York/New Jersey Metro Stars. Brought in as a solution to the sales of Graham Coughlan and Peter Gilbert, both now at Sheffield Wednesday, the Portuguese defender was the first to have his contract cancelled last month. In truth, he never made even a slight impression in his short time in the Westcountry, in which he made 3 appearances.
No signs of the boys literally installing a revolving door, but Tony Pulis insists that he isn't finished as far as new faces go. "We need to bring players in on loan", he admitted after failing to complete any dealine-day transfers, "I'd like to bring in four players if possible". The former Gillingham boss is quite open with the media, recently stating his desire to adjust the wage structure in order to attract more top players to Plymouth. "Our location means that we are regarded as a club out in the wilderness". "That is the big issue for us and we've got to overcome these perceptions".
Iceland International Bjarni Gudjonnson, who played under the welshman at Stoke, was second player to be released from his contract prematurely in the January transfer window. Many felt that Bobby Williamson made to many errors as Argyle's manager and Tony Pulis made it quite clear that Gudjonnson had no future at the club, just as he has done with summer signings Nuno Mendes and Rufus Brevett.
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This week, the Derby-born veteran was given a rare chance to exercise himself in the Reserves' goalless draw away to their Bristol Rovers counterparts. Nonetheless, it has been almost four months since he donned a jersey for the senior side and Tony Pulis has now spoken on the matter.
"I've spoken to Rufus and told him that he is not likely to feature for the rest of the season", the manager declared. "He's a good lad, and it's now between him and the club". Like with many clubs, the Pilgrims would encourage any offers for the experienced left-back, so that all parties can benefit from both a footballing and financial aspect.
As was the case for Nuno Mendes, Bobby Williamson's final signing, who was allowed have a trial with the New York/New Jersey Metro Stars. Brought in as a solution to the sales of Graham Coughlan and Peter Gilbert, both now at Sheffield Wednesday, the Portuguese defender was the first to have his contract cancelled last month. In truth, he never made even a slight impression in his short time in the Westcountry, in which he made 3 appearances.
No signs of the boys literally installing a revolving door, but Tony Pulis insists that he isn't finished as far as new faces go. "We need to bring players in on loan", he admitted after failing to complete any dealine-day transfers, "I'd like to bring in four players if possible". The former Gillingham boss is quite open with the media, recently stating his desire to adjust the wage structure in order to attract more top players to Plymouth. "Our location means that we are regarded as a club out in the wilderness". "That is the big issue for us and we've got to overcome these perceptions".