Liam Fontaine joins Hibs - 1 year contract

**Gordy M** · 25-08-2014 09:38 PM

Originally Posted by worcesterhibby

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This is a fantastic example of why we haven't signed more players yet.

Alan Stubbs knows this guy and rates him. Everton fans know this guy and rate him. By trying to sign him we are aiming to get a very good player indeed…so guess what..said player has other clubs after him…clubs that may be more attractive to them. In this case Bolton, who agree to give him a trail and think about taking him on loan…at this point what should Stubbs do…sign someone who is available but he thinks is not as good a player ? or wait to see if Bolton do offer him a deal and if they don't jump in and grab him ?

Sounds like Stubbs has decided to be patient, (although I bet it's bloody frustrating for him) and in this case it may have worked out to Hibs advantage. It may be a loan, but this is a player who won Everton u21 player of the season in May…we simply don't have anywhere near the money to BUY a player like that, but with Stubbs at the helm we do have a chance to get him on loan. playing the waiting game is hugely frustrating for Manager, coaching staff and Fans alike, but if it get's us Quality players instead of journeyman crap..I'm all for it.

Think ur a bit mixed up with the guy browning, who was mentioned on an earlier thread, however the part about him going on trial with bolton and AS waiting to see is a valid point mate!

**B.H.F.C** · 25-08-2014 09:39 PM

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I'm told he has.

Sound very confident Cat! Should be comfortable at this level having played plenty in the English championship.

**Thecat23** · 25-08-2014 09:41 PM

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Sound very confident Cat! Should be comfortable at this level having played plenty in the English championship.

Yeah guy who told me has given me great info before. I expect it to make tomorrow's paper as well. He should stroll this league.

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***Hermit Crab*** · 25-08-2014 09:45 PM

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Yeah guy who told me has given me great info before. I expect it to make tomorrow's paper as well. He should stroll this league.

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We still need a forward IMO.

***worcesterhibby*** · 25-08-2014 09:46 PM

Originally Posted by Gordy M

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Think ur a bit mixed up with the guy browning, who was mentioned on an earlier thread, however the part about him going on trial with bolton and AS waiting to see is a valid point mate!

Oh crap have I ?

did he not win player of the season then ? still as you say I think my point is still valid

**Ronniekirk** · 25-08-2014 09:54 PM

Originally Posted by ekhibee

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I can't see him coming here if Bolton go for him TBH, but that's just my opinion.

According to the cat he has signed so Bolton are too late , but on the other hand some of his previous sources turned out to be wrong so will wait and see on this one

**MyJo** · 25-08-2014 10:09 PM

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According to the cat he has signed so Bolton are too late , but on the other hand some of his previous sources turned out to be wrong so will wait and see on this one

The sky news article was from the end if July, almost 4 weeks ago, if Bolton were going to sign him they would have done it by now

**portycabbage** · 25-08-2014 10:12 PM

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The sky news article was from the end if July, almost 4 weeks ago, if Bolton were going to sign him they would have done it by now

http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/sport..._trial_period/

***overdrive*** · 25-08-2014 10:16 PM

Originally Posted by worcesterhibby

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This is a fantastic example of why we haven't signed more players yet.

Alan Stubbs knows this guy and rates him. Everton fans know this guy and rate him. By trying to sign him we are aiming to get a very good player indeed…so guess what..said player has other clubs after him…clubs that may be more attractive to them. In this case Bolton, who agree to give him a trail and think about taking him on loan…at this point what should Stubbs do…sign someone who is available but he thinks is not as good a player ? or wait to see if Bolton do offer him a deal and if they don't jump in and grab him ?

Sounds like Stubbs has decided to be patient, (although I bet it's bloody frustrating for him) and in this case it may have worked out to Hibs advantage. It may be a loan, but this is a player who won Everton u21 player of the season in May…we simply don't have anywhere near the money to BUY a player like that, but with Stubbs at the helm we do have a chance to get him on loan. playing the waiting game is hugely frustrating for Manager, coaching staff and Fans alike, but if it get's us Quality players instead of journeyman crap..I'm all for it.

He's never been on Everton's books I don't think.

**~~Hibeesmad~~** · 25-08-2014 10:21 PM

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/foo...s-Benitez.html

Scenes

**Ozyhibby** · 25-08-2014 10:26 PM

Looks like a decent signing. Could this be the week that we see some proper movement?
Let's hope so.

***worcesterhibby*** · 26-08-2014 06:38 AM

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He's never been on Everton's books I don't think.

yea I know, see above..I'm getting confused with Tyas Browning mentioned in a different thread

**carnoustiehibee** · 26-08-2014 07:01 AM

From Bristol City forum....

According to Twitter it'll be announced tomorrow, 2 year deal.

Good signing for Hibs, if true.

Having watched Partick T a fair bit at that level in the past, I'd suggest that even on bad form, Fontaine is significantly better than your average centre back in that league.

Good luck to him.

***bingo70*** · 26-08-2014 07:37 AM

It's in today's Sun apparently he's signing today.

Good scoop cat.

**PeterboroHibee** · 26-08-2014 07:51 AM

I remember thinking a few years ago that Fontaine was a good player, although admittedly I havent seen him much since then. Sounds like a good signing though!

***Billy Whizz*** · 26-08-2014 07:56 AM

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I remember thinking a few years ago that Fontaine was a good player, although admittedly I havent seen him much since then. Sounds like a good signing though!

Can't remember him at Killie. When and how long did he play there?

***Mr White*** · 26-08-2014 08:00 AM

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Can't remember him at Killie. When and how long did he play there?

3 league games in 05 according to wiki

**Hibee87** · 26-08-2014 08:14 AM

http://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.co...oday-1-3520540

Welcome to the club, must be official now

***Hibbyradge*** · 26-08-2014 08:16 AM

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http://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.co...oday-1-3520540

Welcome to the club, must be official now

Nice of them to merge our story with one about Hearts!

**Thecat23** · 26-08-2014 08:26 AM

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It's in today's Sun apparently he's signing today.

Good scoop cat.

Cheers bud.

**PeterboroHibee** · 26-08-2014 08:32 AM

Originally Posted by Billy Whizz

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Can't remember him at Killie. When and how long did he play there?

I dont remember him at Killie, and according to Wikipedia he only played a few games on loan. It was at Bristol City I remember seeing him play.

**Hamish** · 26-08-2014 08:44 AM

According to the Daily Smail article from 2006 he can play left back and midfield as well so may be an option when Hanlon returns.

**nellio** · 26-08-2014 08:48 AM

Playing tonight so must be signed up. Look forward to seeing him in action!

**Togs91** · 26-08-2014 08:53 AM

Welcome to the club!!

**Ronniekirk** · 26-08-2014 09:11 AM

Originally Posted by Thecat23

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Cheers bud.

Credit where credit is due I should never have doubted your source . who's next

***brog*** · 26-08-2014 09:20 AM

Admins, any chance we could get his name spelled correctly in thread title?
Thank you
A pedant!

**Green&White** · 26-08-2014 09:35 AM

Originally Posted by brog

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Admins, any chance we could get his name spelled correctly in thread title?
Thank you
A pedant!

*Spelt

spelled is the american way

a fellow pedant

**xyz23jc** · 26-08-2014 09:39 AM

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*Spelt

spelled is the american way

a fellow pedant

Haha. Excellent stuff, made me laugh that!

**R11Loaded** · 26-08-2014 09:43 AM

Wondering when this will be announced, if he is set to play tonight...

Class doesn't show on a maroon jersey

***LancsHibs*** · 26-08-2014 09:48 AM

Looks like a good signing!

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