Any new signing rumours? (merged)

[scotia44]

Just seen interview with Fenlon on twitter saying he's hoping to have someone in the next day? Maybe that lad from Newcastle people have mentioned?

Also looking to strengthen in another area..

Dublin maybe:dunno:

[BT58]

is the mystery defender Alan Maybury,,,i notice on official squad list that he is not there,,,but can he play in CB role???
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MULLEN MAYBURY HANLON STEVENSON
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[Heisenberg]

Thats good news!

I wonder what the other area of the squad they are looking at is? An attacker (winger or a no.10) with a bit of pace would be nice.

Got to hope its a winger with pace. Get Harris back on the left and Craig into the middle.

[PeterboroHibee]

is the mystery defender Alan Maybury,,,i notice on official squad list that he is not there,,,but can he play in CB role???
back 4 of
MULLEN MAYBURY HANLON STEVENSON
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I have to say, whilst Id quite like Maybury to be given a new deal, Id be a bit worried if hes the signing that is making Fenlon "apprehensive until it is over the line".

If we only have room for one more defender at the moment it has to be a proper CB.

[Ozyhibby]

Anyone heard anything about Paddy McCourt? :confused:

I've heard he drinks like a fish and smokes like a chimney. That help?

[West hamBERNIAN]

I've heard he drinks like a fish and smokes like a chimney. That help?

Didnt do Russell 40 fags a day latapy any harm:agree:

[TheFamous1875]

Just seen interview with Fenlon on twitter saying he's hoping to have someone in the next day? Maybe that lad from Newcastle people have mentioned?

Also looking to strengthen in another area..

What lad from Newcastle? He one of their youth defence we scored 4 goals into?


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[Andy74]

I've heard he drinks like a fish and smokes like a chimney. That help?

Fresh water fish or salt water fish?

[iainm1875]

Still doesn't mean that we had the chance to get him at £150K.

You're right, but my understanding was that it was a price we could afford.

[Hermit Crab]

http://sport.stv.tv/football/clubs/hibernian/234740-hibernian-hope-to-sign-defender-before-weekend-as-injury-crisis-hits-squad/

Andy Webster ;)

[legends of 73]

Andy Webster ;)

Just who I was thinking:cb

[Hermit Crab]

Just who I was thinking:cb

Hopefully it is.

[Speedway]

Hopefully it is.

Sorry, it's Bates.

[YehButNoBut]

Sorry, it's Bates.

Bates & Hately would be 2 great signings and would make a huge improvement to our back 4, let's hope they are true.

[Ritchie]

wheres the Hately rumour came from?

[Hermit Crab]

Sorry, it's Bates.

Sauce? ;)

[Speedway]

Andy Webster ;)

Here's what Webster has been doing today:

http://www.snspix.com/8764939/print/8764939.html

[Speedway]

Sauce? ;)

The place he is staying in Edinburgh today.

[CallumLaidlaw]

Here's what Webster has been doing today:

http://www.snspix.com/8764939/print/8764939.html

Guy needs to keep fit. It's the closest he'll come to playing for them this season unless he stays a free agent until feb

[Spike Mandela]

Guy needs to keep fit. It's the closest he'll come to playing for them this season unless he stays a free agent until feb

If he is still registered with Hearts he can sign for them if they exit administration is my reading of the SFA caveat.

[KiddA]

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1102809/Man-Utd-1-Middlesbrough-0-Battling-Boro-fall-Berbas-magic-touch.html great pic here of Bates crunching Rooney hopefully if this is true he will work out.

[Gordy M]

If he is over his injuries, he will be a really good signing, imho.

[Hermit Crab]

If he is still registered with Hearts he can sign for them if they exit administration is my reading of the SFA caveat.

His contract ran out on the 31st July did it not?

[CallumLaidlaw]

If he is still registered with Hearts he can sign for them if they exit administration is my reading of the SFA caveat.

His registration ended at the end of his contract. That's why they had to sign Wilson by the 30th June as that's when his loan deal expired, and when they would have had to release his registration (I think)

[Andy74]

If he is still registered with Hearts he can sign for them if they exit administration is my reading of the SFA caveat.

Mmm.. they did make a point of saying it didn't apply to players currently registered with them. That makes sense.

Surely he can do better than hanging about waiting for them to come out of admin?

[Andy74]

His registration ended at the end of his contract. That's why they had to sign Wilson by the 30th June as that's when his loan deal expired, and when they would have had to release his registration (I think)

The contract would have ended, but registrations are a bit different. It's possible that would only change once he is registered elsewhere.

[Spike Mandela]

His registration ended at the end of his contract. That's why they had to sign Wilson by the 30th June as that's when his loan deal expired, and when they would have had to release his registration (I think)

Are you sure? Wilson was returning to Liverpool so his registration expired, Webster doesn't have a club. Not doubting you but I am suspicious of the SFA even mentioning the fact that it doesn't apply to players currently registered with the club. Is it another Loophole?

[Thecat23]

Mmm.. they did make a point of saying it didn't apply to players currently registered with them. That makes sense.

Surely he can do better than hanging about waiting for them to come out of admin?

They will be in admin a while. Webster will be off I reckon.

[Vault Boy]

We just signed Michael Nelson...

[Thecat23]

@HibernianFCClub: PIC: Introducing our latest signing, Michael Nelson, who joins Hibernian for a nominal fee from Bradford City #hibees http://t.co/2PHTOG9VOV

[Hermit Crab]

Hibernian can announce experienced defender Michael Nelson will become the club's latest signing during the summer window after agreeing a two-year-deal.

[Hermit Crab]

We just signed Michael Nelson...

Who?

[NorthNorfolkHFC]

?

[woodyhfc4892]

just signed michael nelson, did not see that one coming! anyone know anything about him? good to see us finally spending aswell

[JimBHibees]

http://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/news/20130801/nelson-joins-hibernian_2262950_3334559

[Thecat23]

just signed michael nelson, did not see that one coming! anyone know anything about him? good to see us finally spending aswell

Played for Killie last year.

[Hermit Crab]

Played for Killie last year.

He's 33. 2 year deal??? Strange.

[JimBHibees]

Who?

Played with Killie, Jimmy Nicholl will know him. Pretty reliable and physical centre half. 33 year old which seems a bit odd he is getting a 2 year deal to me but sounds like exactly the sort of experienced defender we need.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Nelson_(footballer)

[StarMan10]

You have all failed in your rumour duties. Return to making puns and question the quality of the current squad asap!

[scuttle]

Hibernian can announce experienced defender Michael Nelson will become the club's latest signing during the summer window after agreeing a two-year-deal.

Could be a signing and a HALF

[AlbertK86]

Here's what Webster has been doing today:

http://www.snspix.com/8764939/print/8764939.html

Did tell you all the other day that he was training with them .... Lets hope ma source is wrong that he is thinking about signing for them when their embargo is lifted

[hibs supporter]

played for killie last year left in january for Bradford thought he was good when I saw him play won cup with killie

[007 Mickey Weir]

Anyone remember him from Killie days?

[QMU-1875]

This could be a good signing, bit of experience, I'm sure he will help forsters development! Did he play much in brad fords run to the carling cup final?

[Pray4Marc]

Solid no nonsense centre back. Could be a nice piece of business, lacks pace but has experience.

[My_Wife_Camille]

Played against us for Hartlepool in a friendly a few years back. Tony Mowbray tried to bring him in around that time to partner Caldwell in defence but it obviously didn't happen for some reason.

[BOB MARLEYS DUG]

Welcome Michael :thumbsup:

[Hermit Crab]

Sorry, it's Bates.

Thought it was bates Speeders?? Is that still going to happen?

[Baldy Foghorn]

Played with Killie, Jimmy Nicholl will know him. Pretty reliable and physical centre half. 33 year old which seems a bit odd he is getting a 2 year deal to me but sounds like exactly the sort of experienced defender we need.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Nelson_(footballer)

Indeed Jim.......:agree:

[Thecat23]

2 year deal seems strange tbh. But then again this could be a replacement for McPake!!

[Mr White]

We were rumoured to be in for nelson when we signed mcpake on loan and nelson went to killie.

[blackpoolhibs]

This could be a good signing, bit of experience, I'm sure he will help forsters development! Did he play much in brad fords run to the carling cup final?

I have no idea, but i think he helped Keith in his preparation for the Inverness marathon?

[Gordy M]

On leaving killie:-

On 15 February 2013, when asked why Nelson was sold, Shiels then explained his decision selling Nelson, that he wanted to be close with his children and described his departure as a "big loss"

[Billychaotic182]

There is our number 5 then

[Hermit Crab]

2 year deal seems strange tbh. But then again this could be a replacement for McPake!!

Is bates going to happen then?

[neil7908]

I can honestly remember anything about him during his time at Killie.

Having said that, it might not be such a bad thing for a defender.

Good to have some more options in defence, especially for this weekend

[Vault Boy]

Anyway welcome to Hibernian Michael, your experience won't go amiss in our team. :thumbsup:

[PeterboroHibee]

Happy with this deal. Honestly cant remember him at Killie but Shiels comments, the fact Bradford forked out from him and his experience are all positives. Surprised weve spent money on a 33 year old though and given him a 2 year deal!

[Spike Mandela]

Certainly experienced. Played a lot of games. Don't recognise his name from his Killie time but he played 36 times scoring two goals.

[Thecat23]

Is bates going to happen then?

No idea mate to be honest. I'd only heard we spoke to Webster!

[Andy74]

Interesting that both players this week have mentioned being impressed with Pat's plans for the club.

Feel a lot better about Sunday now. Another leader as well by the looks of it. we are lacking in those back there just now.

Nice wee squad being built.

[hibs supporter]

how much do you think is nominal fee is under 50 grand ?

[YehButNoBut]

Sounds just like what we need an older, experienced, tall, defender.

Welcome to Hibs Michael.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Nelson_(footballer)

[Unseen work]

He looks massive! Will add some real physical presence, can't see many strikers bullyin him. Also much added experiance and looks like he's been a regular starter everywhere he has been!

[AlbertK86]

Remember him from Killie and was a very physical CH... Exactly what we need

Hoping he is a leader

Welcome big fella

[Stevie Reid]

Think he was getting picked out for praise in the 1-1 draw at Rugby Park just before Christmas for the quality of his long diagonal passes to James Dayton.

No nonsense, hard as nails, experienced defender from what I remember - can't be bad.

[truehibernian]

Delighted with this signing and fits the centre half profile I like to a tee - tough, uncompromising, and no nonsense.

I've a mate who supports Norwich who, when he was at Kilmarnock, was 'shocked' that he'd never been picked up by a bigger side (no disrespect VanNish - he doesn't really know Scottish football that well).

He'll toughen up Paul Hanlon as well and won't allow shrinking violets in the side - good effort Pat and JN :aok:

[MyJo]

Certainly experienced. Played a lot of games. Don't recognise his name from his Killie time but he played 36 times scoring two goals.

Was also part of the team that beat Celtic in the league cup final last year, hopefully he brings a bit of steel and composure (and fitness :rolleyes:) to the defence with his experience :thumbsup:

[Stevie Reid]

Attacks the ball like McPake used to do, IIRC.

[stokesmessiah]

Can't see there being too much more business now??

[JimBHibees]

One good thing seems to be he appears to have played a good number of games recently. 2 year deal seems a little long for a guy his age however if it was the way of getting him here then worth doing IMO as he sounds exactly the sort of guy we need..

[JDHibs]

33? this "for his age" crap is nonsense! Hes a centre half, doesnt have to do alot of strenuous running if his game reading is good! Hence maldini going on so old!

[Heisenberg]

Can't see there being too much more business now??

Think Pat said he's looking for one more after the signing of a centre half. Im hoping for a winger.

[West hamBERNIAN]

Can't see there being too much more business now??

Fingers remain crossed for an attacking right sided player with a bit of composure.

[BOB MARLEYS DUG]

This makes me angry. People writing him off already "@badges1984: Michael nelson 33yr old killie reject, do hibs have any scouts outwith Britain now? Ram your season ticket fenlon"

[truehibernian]

Think Pat said he's looking for one more after the signing of a centre half. Im hoping for a winger.

I'm personally hoping for Jorge, a nippy penalty box striker and a winger. Three more to come in for a competitive, balanced, multi dimensional squad.

[vanNISHtelroy]

Good luck to The Admiral at Easter Eoad!

Sure Jimmy Nic knows him well enough to recommend him, seems strange when he left us to be with his family cos the arrangement of going home after a match and travel up again on the Monday was understandably difficult for him.

[West hamBERNIAN]

Also worth noting there has been a few killie fans popping up on twitter seeming genuinely gutted he's not going back to them. :agree:

[hibees 7062]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=P5_KLNPPAbA&t=30
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3dp1xtdMEE&feature=player_detailpage&t=22

:greengrin

[iainm1875]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=P5_KLNPPAbA&t=30
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3dp1xtdMEE&feature=player_detailpage&t=22

:greengrin

Never mind Nelson, who's the winger?

[hibees 7062]

Never mind Nelson, who's the winger?

My thoughts to

[Purehibee_MYB]

I'm personally hoping for Jorge, a nippy penalty box striker and a winger. Three more to come in for a competitive, balanced, multi dimensional squad.

Very much doubt another striker will come in, and I don't think Jorge will be back sadly (means I have to retire my Honduras flag). But I think a winger is a possibility or possibly another defender as our apparent last signing

[Franck Stanton]

Could the winger still to come be Paddy McCourt ? Rumours doing the rounds we have spoken to him.

[Hermit Crab]

Could the winger still to come be Paddy McCourt ? Rumours doing the rounds we have spoken to him.

What winger still to come??

[cloudy]

John Fleck anyone? Heard his name been mentioned but it came from a blue nose friend of mine (I know I shouldn't have friends like that) I dnt even know where fleck plays these days, Coventry maybe?

[bigwheel]

Good luck to The Admiral at Easter Eoad!

Sure Jimmy Nic knows him well enough to recommend him, seems strange when he left us to be with his family cos the arrangement of going home after a match and travel up again on the Monday was understandably difficult for him.

Maybe his family are happy to move to Edinburgh ?

[West hamBERNIAN]

What winger still to come??

Pat said in a recent interview we are close in signing a defender and hopefully we will pick someone up in another position also. Along those lines. Can't imagine it'll be anything other than a wide player as we have options everywhere else.

[ekhibee]

I see Tom Hateley's still without a club, he's a good player and on the radio they seem to be suggesting Killie are after him. Don't see why Hibs couldn't go for him, surely they could outbid Kilmarnock? Maybe not...

[Stevie Reid]

Tom Hateley would be an excellent signing, and I'd be very disappointed if he were to sign for Killie.

Really surprised that he hasn't gone to a Championship side.

[Billy Whizz]

Tom Hateley would be an excellent signing, and I'd be very disappointed if he were to sign for Killie.

Really surprised that he hasn't gone to a Championship side.

Wonder why he would go to Killie, when he could have stayed at the Mothers?

[Heisenberg]

Be disappointed if he went to Killie without us even trying to sign him. Although we do have two right backs one of them seems to be injury prone/lacking fitness.

[Stevie Reid]

Wonder why he would go to Killie, when he could have stayed at the Mothers?

Was thinking the same. Can only think that Motherwell have already spent their budget.

[West hamBERNIAN]

Think Motherwell hold the the purse strings tighter than rod and for good reason given the troubles they've had financially, although Kilmarnock are in no position to financially outmuscle anyone from what I can remember. But we already have a big squad and we still have to pay these guys that aren't playing, three right backs at hibs is throwing money away. We are in a position I think where in cases like this we have to make do with what we have unless we move players on.

[Stevie Reid]

Think Motherwell hold the the purse strings tighter than rod and for good reason given the troubles they've had financially, although Kilmarnock are in no position to financially outmuscle anyone from what I can remember. But we already have a big squad and we still have to pay these guys that aren't playing, three right backs at hibs is throwing money away. We are in a position I think where in cases like this we have to make do with what we have unless we move players on.

I'm pretty sure I saw Kenny Black saying that Motherwell couldn't sign any more players due to the cost of their Euro trip.

[Speedway]

Thought it was bates Speeders?? Is that still going to happen?

Bates was due in Edinburgh today to hold discussions about joining an Edinburgh based football team. Either the Nelson deal has gazumped it or his medical has sent the whole deal down the Gary Glitter.

Can't see us signing both.

[Aldo]

Bates was due in Edinburgh today to hold discussions about joining an Edinburgh based football team. Either the Nelson deal has gazumped it or his medical has sent the whole deal down the Gary Glitter.

Can't see us signing both.

Who knows maybe Uncle Rodders sees an opportunity to finish top 6??? Maybe even 2nd??

[West hamBERNIAN]

I'm pretty sure I saw Kenny Black saying that Motherwell couldn't sign any more players due to the cost of their Euro trip.

Surely they would make a fair chunk of money back in the home tie?

[Stevie Reid]

Surely they would make a fair chunk of money back in the home tie?

I may well be wrong, but I'm sure I read an article in which he said that.

[SMAXXA]

Bates was due in Edinburgh today to hold discussions about joining an Edinburgh based football team. Either the Nelson deal has gazumped it or his medical has sent the whole deal down the Gary Glitter.

Can't see us signing both.

Nelson deal has no baring on the Bates deal

[YehButNoBut]

Nelson deal has no baring on the Bates deal

So are we still likely to sign Bates as well then??

[Speedway]

Nelson deal has no baring on the Bates deal

Think we'll go with both AND sign another attacker SMAXXA?

[West hamBERNIAN]

Think we'll go with both AND sign another attacker SMAXXA?

This a 1 or 4

[Aldo]

Nelson deal has no baring on the Bates deal

Bit if experience with a wee bit of quality. Sounds promising

[Vault Boy]

Nelson deal has no baring on the Bates deal

Bates is said to be adept at right back as well so would be delighted if he were to sign too. :thumbsup:

[bingo70]

Nelson deal has no baring on the Bates deal

Think i read Bates can play at right back as well so i wonder if we've as good as given up on Clancy? Bates right back with Mullen as cover then if Clancy is ever fit again either Bates or Clancy can move into the middle if needed.

[West hamBERNIAN]

I may well be wrong, but I'm sure I read an article in which he said that.

Your probably right mate, just seems strange that it would effect them that badly:confused:

[SMAXXA]

Think we'll go with both AND sign another attacker SMAXXA?

I think we will see another 2 players in before the window closes, maybe even 3. I know he Bates deal isn't done yet but it's still ongoing.

[Hermit Crab]

I think we will see another 2 players in before the window closes, maybe even 3. I know he Bates deal isn't done yet but it's still ongoing.

Good stuff. What part of town is he staying in?

[SteveHFC]

I think we will see another 2 players in before the window closes, maybe even 3. I know he Bates deal isn't done yet but it's still ongoing.

Hateley
Bates
Leigh :greengrin

[Iggy Pope]

Surely they would make a fair chunk of money back in the home tie?

7000 at Fir Park tonight according to the BBC.

[SMAXXA]

Good stuff. What part of town is he staying in?

How the hell do I know :greengrin

[BOB MARLEYS DUG]

I think we will see another 2 players in before the window closes, maybe even 3. I know he Bates deal isn't done yet but it's still ongoing.

Hateley or Bates
Claros
A winger

Hopefully :thumbsup:

[Hermit Crab]

How the hell do I know :greengrin

Mixed you up with speeders. Sorry. :D

[SMAXXA]

Mixed you up with speeders. Sorry. :D

No need to apologise mate

Lol were you gonna go take the papers round and get him signed up :greengrin

[Heisenberg]

Pat made it sound like it was only one other position we were filling after centre half today. Hope we manage more than one other signing tbh.

[West hamBERNIAN]

7000 at Fir Park tonight according to the BBC.

How much would they make out of that, 140,000 at £20 a ticket. Charges off that would leave them say 100,000? Purely speculative, I have know idea. Would that not cover the cost of a trip abroad though? Seems like an excuse even rod wouldn't use??

[Part/Time Supporter]

How much would they make out of that, 140,000 at £20 a ticket. Charges off that would leave them say 100,000? Purely speculative, I have know idea. Would that not cover the cost of a trip abroad though? Seems like an excuse even rod wouldn't use??

St Johnstone said that they lost money on playing in Europe last season (played one tie against a Turkish club).

Papers last week said the cost of the Motherwell trip next week is £180K.

[YehButNoBut]

Pat made it sound like it was only one other position we were filling after centre half today. Hope we manage more than one other signing tbh.

I took that to be before the weekend, with more to come hopefully before the end of August.

[Hermit Crab]

No need to apologise mate

Lol were you gonna go take the papers round and get him signed up :greengrin

Yeah then frog march him to the club shop and force him to sit and sign calendars all day. :D

[Cod Boy]

The winger is Matt Done

[West hamBERNIAN]

St Johnstone said that they lost money on playing in Europe last season (played one tie against a Turkish club).

Papers last week said the cost of the Motherwell trip next week is £180K.

Thats mental, UEFA need to get that little gimp platini shot. Or sepp. Even in the prestigious tournaments your going to lose money unless your one of the bigger teams. They've managed to set up football so that the rich clubs get richer and the poor clubs stay poor. Even this financial fair play thing is set up so that the big clubs can still spend loads but not smaller clubs with decent investors.

[BOB MARLEYS DUG]

The winger is Matt Done

Signed for Rochdale, thank god.

[Shrekko]

Bates was due in Edinburgh today to hold discussions about joining an Edinburgh based football team. Either the Nelson deal has gazumped it or his medical has sent the whole deal down the Gary Glitter.

Can't see us signing both.

Thanks for clearing that up 'Speeders'.

[Leishy1995]

Signed for Rochdale, thank god.

My Rochdale supporting mate was excited, until I showered him in my thoughts of Done. Then his club released a statement saying essentially, Done isn't the standard of player they wanted, but it's all they can afford.

[BOB MARLEYS DUG]

My Rochdale supporting mate was excited, until I showered him in my thoughts of Done. Then his club released a statement saying essentially, Done isn't the standard of player they wanted, but it's all they can afford.

Haha, brilliant!

[J-C]

Pat made it sound like it was only one other position we were filling after centre half today. Hope we manage more than one other signing tbh.

Hopefully a winger to free up Craig to play through the middle.

[Purehibee_MYB]

My Rochdale supporting mate was excited, until I showered him in my thoughts of Done. Then his club released a statement saying essentially, Done isn't the standard of player they wanted, but it's all they can afford.

Any chance of sourcing the statement? Tried finding it myself but couldn't see it! I could do with a laugh :greengrin

[Leishy1995]

Any chance of sourcing the statement? Tried finding it myself but couldn't see it! I could do with a laugh :greengrin

Will try, my summary might not be the kindest, in a round about way they said our budget allows us to sign players if this standard. Not the best, but affordable.

And that is really generous

[Purehibee_MYB]

Will try, my summary might not be the kindest, in a round about way they said our budget allows us to sign players if this standard. Not the best, but affordable.

And that is really generous

Haha must have enthused the fans towards him!

[Leishy1995]

http://www.rochdaleafc.co.uk/news/article/hill-budget-910722.aspx talking of doing it within the budget.

The one from 4 days earlier that makes it seem like a Ronaldo signing.
http://www.rochdaleafc.co.uk/news/article/done-deal-901964.aspx

I've probably read to much into the within our budget one, but I fished it out for you lot

[Purehibee_MYB]

http://www.rochdaleafc.co.uk/news/article/hill-budget-910722.aspx talking of doing it within the budget.

The one from 4 days earlier that makes it seem like a Ronaldo signing.
http://www.rochdaleafc.co.uk/news/article/done-deal-901964.aspx

I've probably read to much into the within our budget one, but I fished it out for you lot

:thumbsup:

[Leishy1995]

:thumbsup:

Pacey skilful championship level player


"We signed him within our budget, we won't break the bank for marque signings"

[Hermit Crab]

@BarryAnderson_8: #SFA & #Hearts have confirmed Andy Webster is no longer registered with #HMFC. He's training at Riccarton but can't sign (for those asking).

[Spike Mandela]

@BarryAnderson_8: #SFA & #Hearts have confirmed Andy Webster is no longer registered with #HMFC. He's training at Riccarton but can't sign (for those asking).

10764

[Pedantic_Hibee]

@BarryAnderson_8: #SFA & #Hearts have confirmed Andy Webster is no longer registered with #HMFC. He's training at Riccarton but can't sign (for those asking).

Pleasing.

Even more pleasing was JKB saying he was past it last week when Webster was training with Killie yet yesterday they were collectively foaming at the helmet over his return.

As Nelson from the Simpsons would say....HA HA.

[Speedway]

So rumours still outstanding:

Hateley - No idea of source

Bates - SMAXXA, Pedantic, Me and others

LG - Me, TheCat23, TQM

McCourt - Blackpool

Webster - TheCat23

Claros - TheCat23, Me

Haven't heard any whispers from Big-Mo or Brooster for a while.

[SaulGoodman]

So rumours still outstanding:

Hateley - No idea of source

Bates - SMAXXA, Pedantic, Me and others

LG - Me, TheCat23, TQM

McCourt - Blackpool

Webster - TheCat23

Claros - TheCat23, Me

Haven't heard any whispers from Big-Mo or Brooster for a while.

If TC's sources are right I'd explode..

[Spike Mandela]

So rumours still outstanding:

Hateley - No idea of source

Bates - SMAXXA, Pedantic, Me and others

LG - Me, TheCat23, TQM

McCourt - Blackpool

Webster - TheCat23

Claros - TheCat23, Me

Haven't heard any whispers from Big-Mo or Brooster for a while.

As Donald Rumsfeld would say........

Reports that say that something hasn't happened are always interesting to me, because as we know, there are known knowns; there are things we know we know. We also know there are known unknowns; that is to say we know there are some things we do not know. But there are also unknown unknowns

[Hermit Crab]

@AgentScotland: Michael Nelson was offered to Hibs in June, Fenlon rejected it, his name came up again & Jimmy Nicholl convinced him £20k was good business

[jiggerman]

I wish people would get used to the fact that Griffiths is not coming back!

[Pedantic_Hibee]

Agent Scotland talks more p1sh than Terry Wogan. FACT.

[Hermit Crab]

I wish people would get used to the fact that Griffiths is not coming back!

Source?

[Speedway]

Nelson's signing takes our squad up to 25 with Grant out on loan, it's 24.

Room for 2 more I would say.

[7062]

Agent Scotland talks more p1sh than Terry Wogan. FACT.

Source? ;-)

[Leitherhibs]

So rumours still outstanding:

Hateley - No idea of source

Bates - SMAXXA, Pedantic, Me and others

LG - Me, TheCat23, TQM

McCourt - Blackpool

Webster - TheCat23

Claros - TheCat23, Me

Haven't heard any whispers from Big-Mo or Brooster for a while.

Hateley would be me, but I'm surmising that because i dont have over 1000 posts then that makes me a less credible source. When in the past i've been correct a higher percentage of the time than any poster on this board.

[Eyrie]

Source? ;-)

Agent Scotland's tweets.

[Pedantic_Hibee]

Source? ;-)

My very own eyes :greengrin

[JIm]

Hateley would be me, but I'm surmising that because i dont have over 1000 posts then that makes me a less credible source. When in the past i've been correct a higher percentage of the time than any poster on this board.

Settle Petal :na na::greengrin

[pontius pilate]

I wish people would get used to the fact that Griffiths is not coming back!

I tend to agree with you there. IF sparky has a good season down at Wolves I can't see us having a sniff at him in jan for a pre-contract. Suppose it's all ifs and buts on how he performs down there but the noises are good for him and wolves but bad for us.

[Vault Boy]

Hateley would be me, but I'm surmising that because i dont have over 1000 posts then that makes me a less credible source. When in the past i've been correct a higher percentage of the time than any poster on this board.

Heard any more on the Hateley one? Would be a really cracking signing.

[Leishy1995]

I'm just gonna start pouring beans in my bath incase Leigh signs

[Leitherhibs]

Settle Petal :na na::greengrin

I'm perfectly settled sweetie, nothing more than an observation.

[Judas Iscariot]

If TCM's sources are right I'd explode..

& it'd be the 1st time ever :cool2:

[Leitherhibs]

Heard any more on the Hateley one? Would be a really cracking signing.

I'm afraid not sir, if i do i'll be sure to post it.

[Vault Boy]

I'm afraid not sir, if i do i'll be sure to post it.

:aok:

[Speedway]

Theoretically speaking:

25 first team players getting paid on average £1,500 a week (kids below that, presumably Williams, McPake, McGivern, Thomson, Robertson, Craig, Collins and Vine above that) would give Hibs a first team wage bill of £1.95m a year.

Total wage bill is what £4.2m in last year's accounts and needed to not rise because it was finally back to the recommended maximum of 60% wages to turnover ratio.

So the turnover would have to rise £900,000 on last year to avoid a loss and still keeping all costs level with the previous year.

I wonder how close that figure of £1.95m as a current first team wage bill is to reality and how much room is still in it, if it is at least semi accurate?

[Treadstone]

Heard any more on the Hateley one? Would be a really cracking signing.

Sounds like a Sevco September the 1st job.

[Pedantic_Hibee]

Theoretically speaking:

25 first team players getting paid on average £1,500 a week (kids below that, presumably Williams, McPake, McGivern, Thomson, Robertson, Craig, Collins and Vine above that) would give Hibs a first team wage bill of £1.95m a year.

Total wage bill is what £4.2m in last year's accounts and needed to not rise because it was finally back to the recommended maximum of 60% wages to turnover ratio.

So the turnover would have to rise £900,000 on last year to avoid a loss and still keeping all costs level with the previous year.

I wonder how close that figure of £1.95m as a current first team wage bill is to reality and how much room is still in it, if it is at least semi accurate?

I believe the basics are circa £1500 per week but we are pretty good with bonuses for wins and appearance fees. A regular who plays in a Hibs team that wins could expect a top line of over £3000 per week.

[Leishy1995]

I believe the basics are circa £1500 per week but we are pretty good with bonuses for wins and appearance fees. A regular who plays in a Hibs team that wins could expect a top line of over £3000 per week.

So will we just calculate for 1.5k a week then?:greengrin:

[Speedway]

Hateley would be me, but I'm surmising that because i dont have over 1000 posts then that makes me a less credible source. When in the past i've been correct a higher percentage of the time than any poster on this board.

Not at all, what have you got right previously LH?

McInnes vs. Ferguson to land McCourt apparently.

[SaulGoodman]

Hateley would be me, but I'm surmising that because i dont have over 1000 posts then that makes me a less credible source. When in the past i've been correct a higher percentage of the time than any poster on this board.

So because I have more than 1000 I can say:
'Heard from a source, Griffiths is coming back'

And I'll be worshipped as some kind of hero? :greengrin

[Vault Boy]

So because I have more than 1000 I can say:
'Heard from a source, Griffiths is coming back'

And I'll be worshipped as some kind of hero? :greengrin

:not worth

[Speedway]

So because I have more than 1000 I can say:
'Heard from a source, Griffiths is coming back'

And I'll be worshipped as some kind of hero? :greengrin

Is he signing then Meh?

[Leishy1995]

Is he signing then Meh?

Yes.

[SaulGoodman]

Is he signing then Meh?

My source is solid. If he does sign, all credit on Hibs.net should go to me.

If he doesn't sign, it's not my fault and something must have fell through :wink:

[Speedway]

Anyone fancy a signing rumour corroborated from two independent sources, one being involved in the deal?

[SaulGoodman]

Anyone fancy a signing rumour corroborated from two independent sources, one being involved in the deal?

Don't you steal my thunder, Speedway!




Nah, go for it! :greengrin

[Speedway]

My source is solid. If he does sign, all credit on Hibs.net should go to me.

If he doesn't sign, it's not my fault and something must have fell through :wink:

Seems fair.

[MyJo]

Anyone fancy a signing rumour corroborated from two independent sources, one being involved in the deal?

If it hasn't been overheard whilst in a queue for a savoury baked snack product then I'm not interested

[Tricla]

Anyone fancy a signing rumour corroborated from two independent sources, one being involved in the deal?

Well.....?

[Speedway]

If it hasn't been overheard whilst in a queue for a savoury baked snack product then I'm not interested

Aaaahh....nevermind then.

[Callum_62]

Any word from Molynew?? :wink:

[SaulGoodman]

Any word from Molynew?? :wink:

She knew what? Who's Moly and what does she know?

[SaulGoodman]

Aaaahh....nevermind then.

Pray tell, you wind up merchant :wink:

[Speedway]

Pray tell, you wind up merchant :wink:

Got some info on Tuesday and chose to hang onto it until I could get it 'seconded'. Now had it seconded and it's not earth shattering but I think it's great news.

Hibs hope to complete the signing of 'Aaron Juarez' in the next seven days.

[SaulGoodman]

Got some info on Tuesday and chose to hang onto it until I could get it 'seconded'. Now had it seconded and it's not earth shattering but I think it's great news.

Hibs hope to complete the signing of 'Aaron Juarez' in the next seven days.
http://www.kiiitv.com/story/22478150/man-beat-to-death-friends-call-for-justice

Underwhelmed tbh.

[Leishy1995]

Got some info on Tuesday and chose to hang onto it until I could get it 'seconded'. Now had it seconded and it's not earth shattering but I think it's great news.

Hibs hope to complete the signing of 'Aaron Juarez' in the next seven days.

I'm not searching that name

Edit. I searched him, Aaron Jaurez was killed. Not a footballer either

[SMAXXA]

Got some info on Tuesday and chose to hang onto it until I could get it 'seconded'. Now had it seconded and it's not earth shattering but I think it's great news.

Hibs hope to complete the signing of 'Aaron Juarez' in the next seven days.

Who?

[God Petrie]

Got some info on Tuesday and chose to hang onto it until I could get it 'seconded'. Now had it seconded and it's not earth shattering but I think it's great news.

Hibs hope to complete the signing of 'Aaron Juarez' in the next seven days.

Haw haw

[micksoo]

Got some info on Tuesday and chose to hang onto it until I could get it 'seconded'. Now had it seconded and it's not earth shattering but I think it's great news.

Hibs hope to complete the signing of 'Aaron Juarez' in the next seven days.

That would be good news! Permanent or loan?

[Joe]

As in Jorge Aarón Claros Juárez?

[SaulGoodman]

That would be good news! Permanent or loan?

The closest 'Aaron Juarez' will get to ER will be the graveyard across the road, unfortunately.

[Speedway]

http://www.kiiitv.com/story/22478150/man-beat-to-death-friends-call-for-justice

Underwhelmed tbh.

Not that one.


I'm not searching that name

Edit. I searched him, Aaron Jaurez was killed. Not a footballer either

It's a little tease. We know him by his first and third names.


Who?

Aaron Juarez


Haw haw

You got it now?


That would be good news! Permanent or loan?

Permanent.

[Speedway]

As in Jorge Aarón Claros Juárez?

:agree:

[stage2]

Number 8

[SaulGoodman]

As in Jorge Aarón Claros Juárez?

Oh.. That one :doh:

[IndieHibby]

I really hope you are not on the wind up!

[Leishy1995]

Speedway I genuinely don't know whether you just pass the time winding up or are serious, but you had me.

[Vault Boy]

Getting Jorge in on a permanent deal would be excellent, the guy is pure class. :thumbsup:

[SaulGoodman]

Speedway I genuinely don't know whether you just pass the time winding up or are serious, but you had me.

He'd get a job with HMRC the amount of winding up he does.



:duck:

[Callum_62]

Number 8

only room for 1 Scott Robertson

Room in the squad for 2 JC's though

[Speedway]

I really hope you are not on the wind up!

Nope, apparently deal should already have been done by now. Player expected to play on Sunday. Issue is at the Honduran end but don't know what it is.


Speedway I genuinely don't know whether you just pass the time winding up or are serious, but you had me.

Sometimes I am at the wind-up. I believe this information to be true.


Getting Jorge in on a permanent deal would be excellent, the guy is pure class. :thumbsup:

Agreed. I know we have OTJ now but Thommo is only hear for a year and doesn't have the best of times with injury. Claros played around 30 games for us last seaosn and is a current full international and has just had a cracking tournament. Top signing if we get him. We're very close to it, according to what I've been told. We've been trying to get him since long before we extended his loan in January.

[The_Exile]

Please let this be true!!! JORGE WE NEED YOU!!! :flag:

[Leishy1995]

Jorge Claros is one of the most incredible players to watch in recent memory aswell - source, the last two Edinburgh derbies

[Pedantic_Hibee]

Tumescent.

Far and away my favourite player of the last few years.

[The_Exile]

I mentioned on another thread that folk who aren't that impressed with him, if they got the chance again to watch Jorge, and only Jorge for a good 15/20 minutes they should do so to watch the way he goes about his business, his attributes in closing the oppositions options down are an absolute priviledge to watch when coming from a player in the green and white. Hopefully they'll get the chance on Sunday, that would totally change the outlook of our season if we were to get him on board again :agree:

[GGTTH07]

I've heard Claros is coming back. 😍

[Heisenberg]

Claros would be an utterly fantastic signing on a permanent deal. Kind of wondering why we signed Thomson again if Claros does come back...

[The_Exile]

I'd imagine we'd signed Thomson as it maybe looked as though Claros wasn't coming back, but not a lost cause, hence the 1 year deal, a lot of centre mids though, Taiwo, Claros, Thomson, Tudor-Jones, Craig, Stevenson, Robertson, 7!! Nice headache to have I suppose.

[OrdHibby]

Danny Handling does a fantastic vocal impersonation of Jorge :tee hee:

[Shrekko]

Got some info on Tuesday and chose to hang onto it until I could get it 'seconded'. Now had it seconded and it's not earth shattering but I think it's great news.

Hibs hope to complete the signing of 'Aaron Juarez' in the next seven days.

Better not waiting on things being 'seconded' before revealing the big scoop surely?? You run the risk of people thinking you're just regurgitating other people's info and lose the created aura of people thinking you have 'inside sources' (when not on the wind up of course).

I tell you, if some people on here weren't 'in crowd' they'd be getting run out of town.

[Speedway]

Claros would be an utterly fantastic signing on a permanent deal. Kind of wondering why we signed Thomson again if Claros does come back...

Clue is in the question there I think.


Better not waiting on things being 'seconded' before revealing the big scoop surely?? You run the risk of people thinking you're just regurgitating other people's info and lose the created aura of people thinking you have 'inside sources' (when not on the wind up of course).

I tell you, if some people on here weren't 'in crowd' they'd be getting run out of town.

Is there an in crowd on here?

[Unseen work]

Don't see why people are saying Thomson is a pointless signing if we get Claros. I think them 2 could be a brilliant partnership although taiwo for me is one of the first names on team sheet. Nothin wrong with quality and quantity especially if someone is under performing we have a great replacement coming in and makes competition for places very competitive so everyone will have to be on their game every week.

[Hermit Crab]

Don't see why people are saying Thomson is a pointless signing if we get Claros. I think them 2 could be a brilliant partnership although taiwo for me is one of the first names on team sheet. Nothin wrong with quality and quantity especially if someone is under performing we have a great replacement coming in and makes competition for places very competitive so everyone will have to be on their game every week.

At least we will have a strong midfield on the bench too.

[Unseen work]

At least we will have a strong midfield on the bench too.

Exactly my point, how many times have we had good centre mids under perform all season but no able to drop them as we have no replacements? Now we have Thomson, Claros, taiwo, jones, Robertson, Craig, Stevenson, horribine

Much rather that than couple of seasons ago it was mcbride, rankin, Stevenson

[Thecat23]

Claros hasn't been to impressed with his club over this. He wants back to Hibs ASAP. His agent was also saying the deal could have been done a while back but again the hold up was their end not ours.

Claros has also been telling his teammates about Hibs and the Scottish league and how a great club Hibs are. I thought that was a nice touch. I fully expect Claros to be signed before the derby match.

[patlowe]

I'd be so chuffed if we could get Claros on a permanent deal - what a coup it would be. However, we still need more creativity in midfield for guys like him to bounce off of. Claros is real quality and vitally important in keeping the team ticking over but we also need guys who can do damage in the final third - I'd be disappointed if we don't sign another attack-minded player before the end of the window.

[SteveHFC]

Claros hasn't been to impressed with his club over this. He wants back to Hibs ASAP. His agent was also saying the deal could have been done a while back but again the hold up was their end not ours.

Claros has also been telling his teammates about Hibs and the Scottish league and how a great club Hibs are. I thought that was a nice touch. I fully expect Claros to be signed before the derby match.

Do we really need another CM :greengrin

[Thecat23]

Don't see why people are saying Thomson is a pointless signing if we get Claros. I think them 2 could be a brilliant partnership although taiwo for me is one of the first names on team sheet. Nothin wrong with quality and quantity especially if someone is under performing we have a great replacement coming in and makes competition for places very competitive so everyone will have to be on their game every week.

Exactly.. Players like Claros adds huge quality and to turn our noses up at him would IMO be a huge mistake. We need a strong squad not just a strong starting 11. So with the midfielders we have at least there is competition for places which is only a good thing.

[Thecat23]

Do we really need another CM :greengrin

Don't you start!!!!! :D

[Spike Mandela]

It would be nice to have a creative central midfielder that could create an assist or two.

[Ozyhibby]

Claros hasn't been to impressed with his club over this. He wants back to Hibs ASAP. His agent was also saying the deal could have been done a while back but again the hold up was their end not ours.

Claros has also been telling his teammates about Hibs and the Scottish league and how a great club Hibs are. I thought that was a nice touch. I fully expect Claros to be signed before the derby match.

Hope his team mates were listening. Some good players in there.

[CRAZYHIBBY]

new player to be announced tomorrow according to keith wright

[SteveHFC]

new player to be announced tomorrow according to keith wright

McCourt :greengrin

[NorthNorfolkHFC]

I loved Claros. He is head and shoulders above most of our midfielders.

I just don't think we need him unfortunately. If I could've picked I would have taken him over Thomson but hey ho.

I have no idea about our budget I just would rather we went for a winger/striker, preferably someone with pace and goal scoring threat.

[Speedway]

I loved Claros. He is head and shoulders above most of our midfielders.

I just don't think we need him unfortunately. If I could've picked I would have taken him over Thomson but hey ho.

I have no idea about our budget I just would rather we went for a winger/striker, preferably someone with pace and goal scoring threat.

Surely therefore, its the other midfielders we don't need?

[Hibby Gav]

Surely therefore, its the other midfielders we don't need?
maybe one or two of the others yes, but him we need !

[Aldo]

McCourt :greengrin

Hope so

[NorthNorfolkHFC]

Surely therefore, its the other midfielders we don't need?

Yes I would agree, I think we could have done without a few others as Claros would've been one of my first choices.

Is that bad planning by the management or just making sure we don't miss out on players?

Either way I still hope we sign somebody with pace and goal scoring ability.

[Brightside]

Hope so

Why? I dont get the McCourt thing in the slightest. He's just not very good.

[bingo70]

Why? I dont get the McCourt thing in the slightest. He's just not very good.

He's a bag of tricks but I'd probably agree with you, I'd rather we were getting someone with real blistering pace.

[bingo70]

new player to be announced tomorrow according to keith wright

Is that in the media anywhere or were you just talking to him?

[Ozyhibby]

McCourt :greengrin

Hope not.

[Alfred E Newman]

Do we really need another CM :greengrin

They can always fill in at full back!

[Gordy M]

Apart from mccourt and swanson (both who id have) is there another creative winger that is out there within our budget that folk think we should be after?? I cant think of that many around?

[bingo70]

Apart from mccourt and swanson (both who id have) is there another creative winger that is out there within our budget that folk think we should be after?? I cant think of that many around?

There's a whole footballing world out there, I'd hope our management team can find players outside of these isles and get someone nobody on here has heard of

[SaulGoodman]

There's a whole footballing world out there, I'd hope our management team can find players outside of these isles and get someone nobody on here has heard of

You must be having a laugh? Could you imagine the outcry on here if we bought someone we've never heard of?! :greengrin

[Gordy M]

There's a whole footballing world out there, I'd hope our management team can find players outside of these isles and get someone nobody on here has heard of

Yep i appreciate that mate, but every team will be doing the same and looking at these players, mostly because their agents will be alerting ALL clubs to their players being available. My point is that i think that either swanson or mccourt would improve the team without taking the relative 'gamble' of an unknown player from foreign shores who will prob take time to settle etc.

[PeterboroHibee]

Yep i appreciate that mate, but every team will be doing the same and looking at these players, mostly because their agents will be alerting ALL clubs to their players being available. My point is that i think that either swanson or mccourt would improve the team without taking the relative 'gamble' of an unknown player from foreign shores who will prob take time to settle etc.

Swanson manages about 15 games a season before picking up some unknown injury that the medical team at his previous clubs couldnt figure out (basically its in his head). I wouldnt go near him, we have enough players who cant stay fit as it is.

[West hamBERNIAN]

He's a bag of tricks but I'd probably agree with you, I'd rather we were getting someone with real blistering pace.

We've done the pace thing to death, AOB, Galbraith and sproule. Pace isn't everything. In those cases very little. Need someone like McCourt with some composure on the ball. IMO

[Gordy M]

Swanson manages about 15 games a season before picking up some unknown injury that the medical team at his previous clubs couldnt figure out (basically its in his head). I wouldnt go near him, we have enough players who cant stay fit as it is.

Yep i know he has had injury problems but played 27 games for posh last season.

[Fergus52]

We've done the pace thing to death, AOB, Galbraith and sproule. Pace isn't everything. In those cases very little. Need someone like McCourt with some composure on the ball. IMO

yeah, I agree.

I'd rather have a winger with good agility and footwork, rather than one who can just run fast.

[bingo70]

We've done the pace thing to death, AOB, Galbraith and sproule. Pace isn't everything. In those cases very little. Need someone like McCourt with some composure on the ball. IMO

You're confusing pace with ***** ;-)

I'd like a fast winger that's good, they're out there we just need to find them.

The guy at Motherwell was excellent last season I thought, Humphreys is it? Realise he's away down south but it shows players like that are available.

[California-Hibs]

Folk saying they wouldn't take Paddy McCourt at Hibs are off their heads! He'd be an incredible signing and we'd be raving about him after ony a few games. Guaranteed!

[SMAXXA]

Folk saying they wouldn't take Paddy McCourt at Hibs are off their heads! He'd be an incredible signing and we'd be raving about him after ony a few games. Guaranteed!

He's irish dont you know, just another irishman, he wont get the chance to be raved about, mind wil lbe made up :confused: :wink:

[Speedway]

Folk saying they wouldn't take Paddy McCourt at Hibs are off their heads! He'd be an incredible signing and we'd be raving about him after ony a few games. Guaranteed!

Have you ever seen him play more than 3 good games in a row?

[YehButNoBut]

Folk saying they wouldn't take Paddy McCourt at Hibs are off their heads! He'd be an incredible signing and we'd be raving about him after ony a few games. Guaranteed!

Have we made him an offer, would be a great signing IMO.

Last I heard he was playing as a trialist for Peterborough but had not signed for them.

[Haymaker]

Have you ever seen him play more than 3 good games in a row?

I dont think I have ever seen him play?!

[Pedantic_Hibee]

Have you ever seen him play more than 3 good games in a row?

I'm not sure if he was ever selected for three games in a row.

I would take him in a minute, old skool winger who would get us off our seats.

[Eyrie]

Mate of mine is a diehard Septic fan and doesn't rate McCourt. Good enough for me to say no thanks.

[brian6-2]

Have you ever seen him play more than 3 good games in a row?

im struggling to find any of our current players that have had 3 good games in a row so he would fit right in.

[Leitherhibs]

McCourt if signed would be the best techinical player at the club by a mile. If you cant see that your blind, all the skill in the world, fitness has always been an issue though.

[hibs supporter]

a guy from sky sports on twitter says wolves have offered new deal to Griffiths his name is pete O'Rourke

[West hamBERNIAN]

I think he played when we beat them at Easter road last December/January. To be honest I think he's the type of player which would thrive at hibs. Go past a couple of players and have a dig. He's obviously got bags of ability judging by his goals. Celtic don't like players with natural abilities remember and I can't remember the last time Lennon played someone who likes tokeep the ball. Always a unit playing boring *****. I'm no expert but I think he'd be quality. For what it's worth I don't see it happening though, he's probably looking for a change of scenery.

[truehibernian]

Mate of mine is a diehard Septic fan and doesn't rate McCourt. Good enough for me to say no thanks.

Your mate's been used to McGeady, Hooper, Maloney, Samaras, Stokes and Commons - they've kept McCourt out the side and rightly so as they are top top players.

Have a wee swatch at this Eyrie and tell me you wouldn't get out your seat if Paddy was in a Hibs strip and collected the ball at the edge of the opposition box or on the byeline ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48RqQqj9L5I

If we got someone of the likes of McCourt (technical skill wise) I'd be laughing apples. These players are like Derek Riordan at his best, not in a game for 75 minutes but have that 'magic' that they can pluck from nowhere to change and win games. Frustrating but wonderful at the same time. You can't coach it - it's downright natural talent and ability that seems self taught.

[Hermit Crab]

a guy from sky sports on twitter says wolves have offered new deal to Griffiths his name is pete O'Rourke

Bet he doesn't sign it ;)

[SaulGoodman]

Bet he doesn't sign it ;)

Bet he does!;)

Massive anti-climax methinks

[hibsitis]

Mate of mine is a diehard Septic fan and doesn't rate McCourt. Good enough for me to say no thanks.
So if he isn't good enough for celtc, he's not good enough for us? Seems to be setting the bar rather high!

[Billychaotic182]

I think Leigh would be daft not to sign a new deal and try his luck in England. Great wee player and was a privilege watching him for hibs. Saying that though he would go down as a hero if he rejected and moved to us in jan. won't hold my breath though. Time to move on I think

[Dibben]

Your mate's been used to McGeady, Hooper, Maloney, Samaras, Stokes and Commons - they've kept McCourt out the side and rightly so as they are top top players.

Have a wee swatch at this Eyrie and tell me you wouldn't get out your seat if Paddy was in a Hibs strip and collected the ball at the edge of the opposition box or on the byeline ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48RqQqj9L5I

If we got someone of the likes of McCourt (technical skill wise) I'd be laughing apples. These players are like Derek Riordan at his best, not in a game for 75 minutes but have that 'magic' that they can pluck from nowhere to change and win games. Frustrating but wonderful at the same time. You can't coach it - it's downright natural talent and ability that seems self taught.

Aye, would so take him!