Official Site: HIBERNIAN COMPLETE SIGNING OF MILLIGAN

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[craigwilson911]

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Welcome on board Mark. Just need a bit of midfield impetus up top now and we are in decent shape!

[erin go bragh]

Welcome aboard . Another full international player signed .
Right out the blue too .

[hibeeleicester]

Meh

[brianmc]

An experienced midfielder with a bit of dig about him 👍

[JXM73]

70+ caps for the wallabes

[Glory Lurker]

Like the sound of this. Welcome, Mark.

Is "Spike" too predictable a nickname?

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

And Agyepong permit is through now too

[Onceinawhile]

Like the sound of this. Welcome, Mark.

Is "Spike" too predictable a nickname?

Eric 🤔

Seems a good signing on paper.

[Sean1875]

Welcome on board Mark, on paper could be an excellent signing :aok:

[Pretty Boy]

I wonder if we paid a fee? I can't imagine Saudi teams are strapped for cash but does anyone let a $1M player go for nothing?

[Joe6-2]

Work permit 🙄
Shouldn’t be any problem with this player!

[Heisenberg]

I’d imagine that rules out Mulumbu/Kamara. He seems like a good signing on paper. Hope that work permit doesn’t take too long.

[Sir David Gray]

Work permit 🙄
Shouldn’t be any problem with this player!

Should be straighforward considering he's just played at the World Cup.

[Sean1875]

I’d imagine that rules out Mulumbu/Kamara. He seems like a good signing on paper. Hope that work permit doesn’t take too long.
Just waiting to get Kamara for free in January :greengrin

[the_ginger_hibee]

I wonder if we paid a fee? I can't imagine Saudi teams are strapped for cash but does anyone let a $1M player go for nothing?

He mutually terminated his contract at the start of July so no fee.

[hibby6270]

70+ caps for the wallabes

Does he play rugby as well?:confused:

[SirDavidsNapper]

Unbelievable signing

[iwasthere1972]

71 caps for Australia. Wow. Should be decent.

[rebhar]

https://youtu.be/ULfN6KCPqDA
he looks solid

[Sir David Gray]

70+ caps for the wallabes

Hope not otherwise we might have to relocate to Murrayfield. :greengrin

[Pretty Boy]

He mutually terminated his contract at the start of July so no fee.

Aah didn't realise that. Cheers.

[Off the bar]

Welcome aboard!

[bod]

Like the sound of this. Welcome, Mark.

Is "Spike" too predictable a nickname?


Eric 🤔

Seems a good signing on paper.


“ buddy “

[Shrekko]

Incredible to see so many ‘who?’ comments on social media for a guy who’s just played 3 games in the World Cup finals... you know... that tournament we never qualify for.

[Diclonius]

71 caps for Australia is pretty extraordinary for a Hibs signing.

[calumhibee1]

I’d imagine that rules out Mulumbu/Kamara. He seems like a good signing on paper. Hope that work permit doesn’t take too long.

Would probably rule out Kamara, shouldn’t rule out Mulumbu though IMO. Milligan sounds like a DM, as is Kamara, Mulumbu is more box to box.

[Speedway]

Why is no one picking up on the current World Cup Star angle to ram it up the yams with?

[Greenbeard]

Just waiting to get Kamara for free in January :greengrin
How long will the queue be though?

[matty_f]

Why is no one picking up on the current World Cup Star angle to ram it up the yams with?

That was my thought as well. Missed a trick here.

[NAE NOOKIE]

Massive international experience and still considered good enough by the Aussies to play all three of their games in the world cup …. he also sounds like just the sort of tough tackling defensive midfielder we were all crying out for. He cant be bad in the air either if he has played so many games at centre half at the height of 5'10"

Welcome to the Hibees ya baaaastard, lets hope you turn out to be fair dinkum and not a bloody Galah or a drongo mate. :greengrin

[CMurdoch]

https://youtu.be/ULfN6KCPqDA
he looks solid

This guy looks exactly what we are looking for.

Watching the video he is a midfield tackler, who is composed on the ball and is a great passer. All this goes well with the 71 caps.

He has only just turned 33 and appears in good nick. I am delighted with this signing.

Well done the recruitment staff :top marks.

Let the season begin.

:flag:

[Hamish]

Next Saturday for the next signing?

[FifeHibs]

Would probably rule out Kamara, shouldn’t rule out Mulumbu though IMO. Milligan sounds like a DM, as is Kamara, Mulumbu is more box to box.

He played all 3 games in defence at World Cup. Think Mulumbu wages are stumbling point.

[Bob Box Fish]

On paper sounds exactly what we need

[Austinho]

Looks like he can certainly ping a ball. Expecting plenty of long cross field passes out to Agyepong and Boyle.

Hell of a throw in on him - Rory Delap style.

[CMurdoch]

Looks like he can certainly ping a ball. Expecting plenty of long cross field passes out to Agyepong and Boyle.

Hell of a throw in on him - Rory Delap style.

I think he is as a good a player as we could have signed.

He will help fill in the massive McGinn shaped hole in our side.

[Hibbyradge]

That was my thought as well. Missed a trick here.

How's it missed?

The news has just broken. Fill your boots.

[murray26]

Must admit to knowing nothing about this player but sounds like a good addition.. welcome aboard..

[Bob Box Fish]

Australian Sauzee

[Dashing Bob S]

Looks like a bit of a coup as I said to the waiter who delivered my steak last night...

[Dashing Bob S]

Australian Sauzee

Aussie Sauzee surely

[007]

Aussie Sauzee surely

Or Saussie.

Welcome to Hibs Mark.

[GloryGlory]

Must admit to knowing nothing about this player but sounds like a good addition.. welcome aboard..

Good experience and can cover CB and DM.

Hopefully, can help bring on our young players, too.

[Onion]

Looks decent in that vid. Here's hoping. Welcome.

[gordie18]

I watch a lot of A league on BT sport, he is a winner so will fit in with our never say die mentality....71 caps too so very good experienced signing, looking forward to him wearing the green.....welcome to Hibs Mark!!


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[Captain Trips]

Good stuff Hibs I do enjoy it every season we bring in a decent player whom was rarely spoken about begote joining.

[Diclonius]

Wonder if we'll give him #5?

[Mr_F]

Superb signing!!!!

Great news about the Ghanaian chap too!

[Dancehibs]

Good luck. Hopefully still has bit of energy in his legs and can get about the park. Adding experience and aggression to the team.

[Bishop Hibee]

This is the defensive midfielder we’ve needed to complete the squad. Let’s push on now Hibs!

[Hibee Mac]

Looks like we have a song sorted already too:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SUpwBh6H48E

😐

[Dancehibs]

I think he is as a good a player as we could have signed.

He will help fill in the massive McGinn shaped hole in our side.
Not a chance he will replace Mcginn and his energy. He is a holding player or centre half

[Hibbyradge]

Looks like we have a song sorted already too:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SUpwBh6H48E

😐

:hilarious

Mark Milligan, doo doo!

He's well thought of anyway.

[Sir David Gray]

This is the defensive midfielder we’ve needed to complete the squad. Let’s push on now Hibs!

We need an attacking midfielder and preferably another striker too I think.

[Ozyhibby]

Not sure about signing 33 year olds, especially on 2 year deals. Just have to hope he’s fitter than Whittaker.
Disappointed we are not going for Kamara.
Hope I’m wrong but this is not a signing that excites me.


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[Sir David Gray]

Not sure about signing 33 year olds, especially on 2 year deals. Just have to hope he’s fitter than Whittaker.
Disappointed we are not going for Kamara.
Hope I’m wrong but this is not a signing that excites me.


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Whittaker wouldn't have been playing at the World Cup if Scotland had qualified so I think we can assume he is.

[kaimendhibs]

Great news [emoji122][emoji122]

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[Borderhibbie76]

Exciting signing and I know very little about him but you don't get 71 caps for nothing...sounds like exactly what we need at the moment too. His plus Tam finally getting his work permit it feels like a double signing

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[CapitalGreen]

Not sure about signing 33 year olds, especially on 2 year deals. Just have to hope he’s fitter than Whittaker.
Disappointed we are not going for Kamara.
Hope I’m wrong but this is not a signing that excites me.


It's Whittaker's ability that concerns me, not his fitness.

[Bishop Hibee]

We need an attacking midfielder and preferably another striker too I think.

Hyndman, Slivka and Mallan are attack minded.. A fourth out and out striker would be nice but we’ve got attacking options with Boyle and Agyepong.

[neil7908]

Can't say I know the guy but having just come off 3 games in the World Cup he sounds like a good signing . I've got a friend from Melbourne and he knows a few folk who go to their games so will try and get some info on him.

[CRAZYHIBBY]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

[CMurdoch]

Not a chance he will replace Mcginn and his energy. He is a holding player or centre half

He will fill the McGeoch gap and will also do some of the McGinn breaking up of play.
No way we will play him at CH given what we currently lack in defensive midfield after losing M&M.

[Callum_62]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

why not?

[CMurdoch]

We need an attacking midfielder and preferably another striker too I think.

Attacking midfielder?
We already have Hyndmann, Mallan, Slivka, Angepong, Boyle and Horgan

[neil7908]

Interesting article about him here:

http://www.goal.com/en-au/amp/news/mark-milligan-set-for-european-move/1dukchrjew1im1kj7hp27o6i8z

[flash]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell
At least you are consistent with your trolling.

[Hannah_hfc]

Incredible to see so many ‘who?’ comments on social media for a guy who’s just played 3 games in the World Cup finals... you know... that tournament we never qualify for.

Thought this as well with some of the twitter replies, unbelievable.


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[SquashedFrogg]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

A weird statement on different levels.

[RoscoHibby]

Attacking midfielder?
We already have Hyndmann, Mallan, Slivka, Angepong, Boyle and Horgan

And Swanson...

[villahibs]

https://youtu.be/zFqHkXG4xtk

[California-Hibs]

Looking at his World Cup, he played centre half in every game, same for his latest appearances for Melbourne Victory - centre half.

So looks like he's probably coming in to play defense and pushed into the midfield only if needed.

Just my guess. Either way we are needing a player in both those roles so I'm delighted!

[Sir David Gray]

Attacking midfielder?
We already have Hyndmann, Mallan, Slivka, Angepong, Boyle and Horgan

I'm talking about an attacking central midfielder in the mould of Scott Allan who will run at defences with the ball and create chances and score some goals too.

Agyepong and Horgan are wingers, so too is Boyle to a large extent. Hyndman is only here until January, Slivka is yet to set the heather on fire.

That just leaves Mallan who I agree has been impressive in the majority of games I've watched him play so far. I would like to see one more attacking central midfielder coming in but I suspect that may be our business done.

[Heisenberg]

Hope he’s got a work permit in time for Aberdeen. Could do with someone more defensive in midfield.

[cabbageandribs1875]

trying to beat the tommy docherty list of football clubs :greengrin

[21.05.2016]

71 caps for his country and played in all their World Cup games - doesn't sound bad at all!

Welcome to hibs :flag:

[chinaman]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

time will tell . that de graaf clown was mr wonderful in reality he wasnt.
wait till he plays for us

[Jim44]

Does Milligan’s signing suggest any interest in SA is dwindling? I can’t see SA sitting tight picking up a wage for nowt. He needs game time so he might move on somewhere.

[Northernhibee]

Lemons done what I do, set a filter on Football Manager for free agents with at least twenty international caps :hyper

Welcome aboard :hyper

In term ps of season tickets,will Milligan see a spike? :hyper

[Baldy Foghorn]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

Give the guy a chance 1st?

[Vini1875]

Seems like a lot of the meh comments come from not knowing the player at all. However if he can cover centre half duties and DM duty that is good cover to have. Also that kind of experienced player adds to the general professionalism of others in the squad. We were desperate to have Jamie MacLaren back, but he only just managed to get to the World Cup and didn't get a game while this guy played all three.

[Northernhibee]

Underground,overground,he hates Craig Levein,
We’ve got Mikey Milligan, Aussie is he
Making good use of the balls that he finds,
He’ll put that prick Callaghan on his backside

[CMurdoch]

I'm talking about an attacking central midfielder in the mould of Scott Allan who will run at defences with the ball and create chances and score some goals too.

Agyepong and Horgan are wingers, so too is Boyle to a large extent. Hyndman is only here until January, Slivka is yet to set the heather on fire.

That just leaves Mallan who I agree has been impressive in the majority of games I've watched him play so far. I would like to see one more attacking central midfielder coming in but I suspect that may be our business done.

At least we have brought some steel in today.
I think we will sign another player before the window closes but no idea what position.

[bigwheel]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

I’m pretty optimistic....When was last time we signed someone who played in a teams three World Cup games in the summer - in a team that McLaren couldn’t get in the pitch for ...

Has a great career history ...you don’t get 71 caps without being a player - do you think Bartley would get a game for them? I don’t...so this guy has a good pedigree for me

[H18 SFR]

Is Scott Allan still a thing or dead in the water with this signing?

[CMurdoch]

Underground,overground,he hates Craig Levein,
We’ve got Mikey Milligan, Aussie is he
Making good use of the balls that he finds,
He’ll put that prick Callaghan on his backside

Have made a couple of changes to hopefully make it scan better :aok:

Underground,overground, he hates Levein,
Mikey Milligan, Aussie Hibee
Making good use of the balls that he finds,
He’ll put that prick Cochrane on his backside

[CMurdoch]

Is Scott Allan still a thing or dead in the water with this signing?

Think it was dead when Hyndmann signed.
Could be resurrected in January

[lord bunberry]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

Do you know anything about him? I’ll admit I know nothing about the guy, but he’s got a decent pedigree and I’m excited to see what he can do. We needed a replacement for Mcginn and hopefully he’s the man.

[bingo70]

Is Scott Allan still a thing or dead in the water with this signing?

Scott Allan will be a deadline day signing if he comes.

Celtic will be hoping a buyer comes in, if they don’t they’ll have to make a decision on the last day or two of the window whether to keep a player that won’t be getting a look in and paying him £7-8k per week for nothing or come to an agreement to cut their losses.

Hibs giving the impression of not caring either way is the correct way to negotiate this imo.

Even if we agreed a transfer fee we couldn’t afford his wages that he is currently on.

[sean04]

Good signing in my opinion. Loads of caps and experiance. Can play cb or cm. Ball playing center back, big guy for defending and attacking set pieces positive signing

[Northernhibee]

Have made a couple of changes to hopefully make it scan better :aok:

Underground,overground, he hates Levein,
Mikey Milligan, Aussie Hibee
Making good use of the balls that he finds,
He’ll put that prick Cochrane on his backside
Hibee
Mikey Milligan’s a Hibee
Brought over here by Lennon
Hes the best we’ve ever seen
Mikey Milligan hates Craig Levein

To the Neighbours theme

[shetlandhibee]

Does Milligan’s signing suggest any interest in SA is dwindling? I can’t see SA sitting tight picking up a wage for nowt. He needs game time so he might move on somewhere.
if theres no other real interest from any other clubs to sighn him IMO he will sit on his 8k a week and hope to sighn a pre contract with us in january,( if we dont get him now thats what im hoping for anyway)..

[CMurdoch]

Scott Allan will be a deadline day signing if he comes.

Celtic will be hoping a buyer comes in, if they don’t they’ll have to make a decision on the last day or two of the window whether to keep a player that won’t be getting a look in and paying him £7-8k per week for nothing or come to an agreement to cut their losses.

Hibs giving the impression of not caring either way is the correct way to negotiate this imo.

Even if we agreed a transfer fee we couldn’t afford his wages that he is currently on.

:aok: We are playing a blinder

[Sioux]

Totally uninspired by this signing but time will tell

:faf::faf:

[blackpoolhibs]

And Agyepong permit is through now too

Cannae believe that thought the deal was going to fall through. :faf:

[RIP]

This is the guy we were linked with last month?

https://www.google.co.uk/amp/www.espn.co.uk/football/australia/story/3571465/bolton-wanderers-hibernian-linked-with-australia-international-mark-milligan%3Fplatform%3Damp

[Inconsequential]

I keep hearing Hibs may sign Scott Allan on a pre-contract agreement in Jan 19. Do some realise he won't be able to play till the beginning of next season? Just asking.

[Speedway]

Thing is, Milligan is obviously signed as a starter so who makes way for him?

[Sioux]

I keep hearing Hibs may sign Scott Allan on a pre-contract agreement in Jan 19. Do some realise he won't be able to play till the beginning of next season? Just asking.

:greengrin
Good try

[Zazu62]

Thing is, Milligan is obviously signed as a starter so who makes way for him?

Bartley?

[Hibbyradge]

Thing is, Milligan is obviously signed as a starter so who makes way for him?

Bartley and McGeoch?

[Mr_F]

Think it was dead when Hyndmann signed.
Could be resurrected in January

We’re still trying to get SA

[Hibbyradge]

I keep hearing Hibs may sign Scott Allan on a pre-contract agreement in Jan 19. Do some realise he won't be able to play till the beginning of next season? Just asking.

Just asking twice?

[CMurdoch]

Thing is, Milligan is obviously signed as a starter so who makes way for him?

Any of the softies in our midfield.


In reality he will play the strongman/quarterback role in front of the centre backs, will take the ball from the back and spray it about with his passing ability.

At least we won't have to suffer Whittaker playing that role again. Suspect he will also be relieved about this.

[SquashedFrogg]

I keep hearing Hibs may sign Scott Allan on a pre-contract agreement in Jan 19. Do some realise he won't be able to play till the beginning of next season? Just asking.

I think most people understand how pre contracts work.

[Deejk107]

Thing is, Milligan is obviously signed as a starter so who makes way for him?

Slivka! Please let it be Slivka.

[KWJ]

Happy with this signing.

[rotherhamrob]

He could well be the sort of player we were missing in molde.
To the fans who seem to be uninspired, give the guy a chance, let's face it, you probably felt the same when we signed David gray..... That didn't turn out too bad did it?

[CMurdoch]

I keep hearing Hibs may sign Scott Allan on a pre-contract agreement in Jan 19. Do some realise he won't be able to play till the beginning of next season? Just asking.

Those of us who take an interest in all things football realise this.
There will of course be the usual knee jerk ravers that won't know.

[Inconsequential]

I think most people understand how pre contracts work. Indeed most people. :agree:

[bingo70]

Maybe worth pointing out that an Australian that plays in the same position to Milligan that a few wanted us to sign in the summer is Ryan Edwards who joined hearts instead. He, however has 0 caps, compared to Milligan’s 71.

[Stevie Reid]

Not sure about signing 33 year olds, especially on 2 year deals. Just have to hope he’s fitter than Whittaker.
Disappointed we are not going for Kamara.
Hope I’m wrong but this is not a signing that excites me.


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At least we know who your next target is.

[Hi Heid Yin]

Welcome Mark.
Now go do the business on the park!
:flag:

[B.H.F.C]

Maybe worth pointing out that an Australian that plays in the same position to Milligan that a few wanted us to sign in the summer is Ryan Edwards who joined hearts instead. He, however has 0 caps, compared to Milligan’s 71.

Aye but he’s only 24.

[Sir David Gray]

Aye but he’s only 24.

Milligan still had 8 caps by the time he was that age.

[bingo70]

Milligan still had 8 caps by the time he was that age.

I think BHFC was being sarcastic

[AFKA5814_Hibs]

Could be an excellent signing and ties in with Lennon's comments after the Molde game about Hibs having a lack of experience in the side. 70 odd caps for Australia and still relevant enough to play the full 90 minutes in all 3 of their games in the World Cup. He was also their captain for the Confederations Cup games against Germany and Cameroon last year.

[superfurryhibby]

Those of us who take an interest in all things football realise this.
There will of course be the usual knee jerk ravers that won't know.

Like the ones who kept saying Celtic sill get McGinn for free in January:wink:

Milligan has a great pedigree, but I share the same reservations as a good few about his age. We still need to do more business.

A few outs would be handy as well.

[1875STEVE]

I wonder what changed his mind???

Turned us down earlier in the window due to the wages on offer...

[Dashing Bob S]

Welcome Spike

[wookie70]

And Swanson...
And Fraser Murray

[Delboy4]

Great signing. Big Daz is injured, what would happen if Paul Hanlon got suspended or injured, we would be very thin at the back so a guy with that stature is good in my mind.

Welcome Spike
🇳🇬👏🇳🇬

[Inconsequential]

Just asking twice? It would appear so Hibbyradge! Do I have to keep repeating myself? it's an age thing. :wink:

[GloryGlory]

I wonder what changed his mind???

Turned us down earlier in the window due to the wages on offer...

Money from SJM transfer allows Hibs to up offer? :dunno:

[Hibbyradge]

It would appear so Hibbyradge! Do I have to keep repeating myself? it's an age thing. :wink:

👍

[Hibee Mac]

A lot of people seeing him as a centre half for us, I'm pretty certain he's coming in to play in our midfield as a DM and would just cover CH if required.

[jacomo]

At least we know who your next target is.


You seem to be in a spiky mood of late?

Obviously hope this guy does well for us, but I think it’s reasonable to question the signing of a 33 year old on a 2 yr deal.

[CapitalGreen]

You seem to be in a spiky mood of late?

Obviously hope this guy does well for us, but I think it’s reasonable to question the signing of a 33 year old on a 2 yr deal.

Would you question the signing of any 33 year old?

[Wakeyhibee]

Any of the softies in our midfield.


In reality he will play the strongman/quarterback role in front of the centre backs, will take the ball from the back and spray it about with his passing ability.

At least we won't have to suffer Whittaker playing that role again. Suspect he will also be relieved about this.

I wonder what his goal shot average is?

[Dalianwanda]

Would you question the signing of any 33 year old?

Exactly.....This is the sort of signing I trust the club on.

[Sioux]

You seem to be in a spiky mood of late?

Obviously hope this guy does well for us, but I think it’s reasonable to question the signing of a 33 year old on a 2 yr deal.

You know nothing about him, so how come you're being reasonable?

[weecounty hibby]

That 33 year old Ronaldo guy would be a decent signing.

[Hibbyradge]

You seem to be in a spiky mood of late?

Obviously hope this guy does well for us, but I think it’s reasonable to question the signing of a 33 year old on a 2 yr deal.

There are loads of older players holding down their place in top leagues around the world.

Franck Sauzee was 33 when he signed for us.

Russell Latapy was 33 when he signed for Rangerd and 35 when he signed for Falkirk, staying for 4 years and playing 167 times.

Playing till 35 yo isn't a big stretch.

[jacomo]

You know nothing about him, so how come you're being reasonable?


Oh ok I’ll shut up then.

[jacomo]

There are loads of older players holding down their place in top leagues around the world.

Franck Sauzee was 33 when he signed for us.

Russell Latapy was 33 when he signed for Rangerd and 35 when he signed for Falkirk, staying for 4 years and playing 167 times.

Playing till 35 yo isn't a big stretch.


Just cos the last 33 year old who signed for us has looked a bit off the pace, that’s all.

Cristiano Ronaldo is 33 and apparently worth €100m but I’m not in the mood to row about it.

[SquashedFrogg]

Just cos the last 33 year old who signed for us has looked a bit off the pace, that’s all.

Cristiano Ronaldo is 33 and apparently worth €100m but I’m not in the mood to row about it.

The last sh*t I had was disapointing. Doesn't mean to say I'm not looking forward to my next one.

Optimism - not pessimisim my friend

[J-C]

Looks a good signing, not bothered about his age as long as he can still do a job for us, plenty guys still at the top in their 30's, Modric, Ronaldo, Messi, Iniesta etc, players are fitter nowadays with all the sports science stuff, welcome aboard.

[Vault Boy]

Great pedigree, excited about this signing. Welcome to Hibs.

[DetroitHibs]

If him and Efe can blend, we could have a very dangerous and versatile combo. When Efe goes on an "Efe", he can slot in to the defense and cover. Could be useful.

[calumhibee1]

You seem to be in a spiky mood of late?

Obviously hope this guy does well for us, but I think it’s reasonable to question the signing of a 33 year old on a 2 yr deal.

I think he’ll be a decent signing due to the fact he was a starter at the World Cup a couple of months ago. You’re not a huddy if you manage that. It’s not unreasonable to have reservations about his age though, especially when the majority of ‘older’ players we’ve signed recently haven’t been up to much.

[The Harp Awakes]

A good signing from Hibs and just what was needed. Just get Scott Allan now and we'll be a solid bet again for the top 4.

[Tug Wilson]

A good signing from Hibs and just what was needed. Just get Scott Allan now and we'll be a solid bet again for the top 4.

Pretty much this.

We were able to run with fewer central midfielders last season as we had settled players in that area. We now have more to choose from and shape a decent midfield from.

The quality is there it just has to be moulded into a unit.

[Borderhibbie76]

Does Milligan’s signing suggest any interest in SA is dwindling? I can’t see SA sitting tight picking up a wage for nowt. He needs game time so he might move on somewhere.Totally unrelated I'd guess...i think Allan will be the next and last signing of this window tbh

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[kaimendhibs]

Can anyone who doesn't think Milligan is a good signing explain why?
Genuinely interested?
Also. My conspiracy.
Hyndeman only here till Jan cos SA has agreed to sign pre contract[emoji6]

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[Forza Fred]

A lot of people seeing him as a centre half for us, I'm pretty certain he's coming in to play in our midfield as a DM and would just cover CH if required.

That’s the way I see it Mac.

FWIW as I have posted on another thread.

Mark Milligan, who incidentally was raised about 20 minutes drive along the M5 from where I live....is one of the few players in world football who can boast of being included in 4 World Cup Finals squads for his country.

That suggests he has been a consistent performer over many years.

He won’t score many goals, except possibly from the penalty spot, but he will be add an industrious defensive midfield presence, and is capable of filling gaps anywhere in defence.

Hibs 3rd Australian internationalist if I am correct.

[Sir David Gray]

That’s the way I see it Mac.

FWIW as I have posted on another thread.

Mark Milligan, who incidentally was raised about 20 minutes drive along the M5 from where I live....is one of the few players in world football who can boast of being included in 4 World Cup Finals squads for his country.

That suggests he has been a consistent performer over many years.

He won’t score many goals, except possibly from the penalty spot, but he will be add an industrious defensive midfield presence, and is capable of filling gaps anywhere in defence.

Hibs 3rd Australian internationalist if I am correct.

I think it is.

Milligan, Maclaren and Stuart Lovell.

[tamig]

Can anyone who doesn't think Milligan is a good signing explain why?
Genuinely interested?
Also. My conspiracy.
Hyndeman only here till Jan cos SA has agreed to sign pre contract[emoji6]

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Only flaw with that theory is we still wouldn’t have him until next season.

[Ozyhibby]

Can anyone who doesn't think Milligan is a good signing explain why?
Genuinely interested?
Also. My conspiracy.
Hyndeman only here till Jan cos SA has agreed to sign pre contract[emoji6]

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I don’t know if he will be a good signing or not, my only concern is his age.
At this stage he is past his peak and his abilities are in decline. That’s true for the vast majority of players. Can we squeeze two good years out of him? Maybe. But it’s more of a risk than signing a 25 year old.


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[Forza Fred]

I think it is.

Milligan, Maclaren and Stuart Lovell.

That was my thinking too.....we just need to try and get Boyle into the club now😉

[Hibbyradge]

Can anyone who doesn't think Milligan is a good signing explain why?
Genuinely interested?
Also. My conspiracy.
Hyndeman only here till Jan cos SA has agreed to sign pre contract[emoji6]

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Who will play there from January till next season?

[Steve-O]

What age was Sauzee when he signed...?

[Sproule Three]

As i live in Australia I've seen lots of him. I've always thought he was one Aussie player that I'd like to play for us a few years ago but thought he might be too old now.
He's been by far the stand out Australian player in the A league over the past 10 years with a few stints abroad in China and Japan then obviously chasing the money in UAE and Saudi , Was linked with a move to Crystal Palace a few years ago which fell through . Has had few other options in Europe that for some reason haven't materialised. Think there may have been issues obtaining a visa when he wasn't fully established in the national team . Guus Hiddink selected him in the 2006 WC squad when he had just come through the youth ranks so he was clearly a standout then.
He's a Western Sydney boy and played for Sydney FC initially but spent most of his A league career at arch rivals Melbourne Victory. Always stood out in that fixture and took plenty of abuse from the Sydney fans (me included) . He's tough and real leader but also got a lot of skill
Usually plays CM and scored a few important goals in his time. Very versatile though which is what we need. . Was trusted to play out of position at CB in recent world cup as the manager clearly didn't fancy any of the other options . Has also played at RB for Australia on a few occasions .

As i said I thought he would have been a bit too old now but obviously the recruitment team know better than me . He would have had options to earn more money in Asia or as 'marquee" player back in Australia so obviously playing for Hibs is for footballing ambitions rather than a big earner .

Always happy to read about the Hibees in the Aussie media and his signing will mean more coverage. Hopefully the clowns that run the Scottish game can get the overseas TV deal sorted out pronto and ensure we see more games

[JimBHibees]

I don’t know if he will be a good signing or not, my only concern is his age.
At this stage he is past his peak and his abilities are in decline. That’s true for the vast majority of players. Can we squeeze two good years out of him? Maybe. But it’s more of a risk than signing a 25 year old.


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Not with his playing record it isn't. Looks exactly the type of player we need reads the game and is aggressive and a leader plus can cover centre back. On the face of it looks a very good signing but like all signings will see how it goes.

[Baw187]

As i live in Australia I've seen lots of him. I've always thought he was one Aussie player that I'd like to play for us a few years ago but thought he might be too old now.
He's been by far the stand out Australian player in the A league over the past 10 years with a few stints abroad in China and Japan then obviously chasing the money in UAE and Saudi , Was linked with a move to Crystal Palace a few years ago which fell through . Has had few other options in Europe that for some reason haven't materialised. Think there may have been issues obtaining a visa when he wasn't fully established in the national team . Guus Hiddink selected him in the 2006 WC squad when he had just come through the youth ranks so he was clearly a standout then.
He's a Western Sydney boy and played for Sydney FC initially but spent most of his A league career at arch rivals Melbourne Victory. Always stood out in that fixture and took plenty of abuse from the Sydney fans (me included) . He's tough and real leader but also got a lot of skill
Usually plays CM and scored a few important goals in his time. Very versatile though which is what we need. . Was trusted to play out of position at CB in recent world cup as the manager clearly didn't fancy any of the other options . Has also played at RB for Australia on a few occasions .

As i said I thought he would have been a bit too old now but obviously the recruitment team know better than me . He would have had options to earn more money in Asia or as 'marquee" player back in Australia so obviously playing for Hibs is for footballing ambitions rather than a big earner .

Always happy to read about the Hibees in the Aussie media and his signing will mean more coverage. Hopefully the clowns that run the Scottish game can get the overseas TV deal sorted out pronto and ensure we see more games

Cheers for the summary Sproule Three!

Everything I’ve heard / read from Aussies or people that have seen him, suggests he’s a good acquisition.

I sense he might be a fans favourite just because he’ll kick **** out of the Jambos and Sevco. Doesn’t sound like he takes any nonsense.

[oneone73]

I think it is.

Milligan, Maclaren and Stuart Lovell.

Jack Reilly anyone?


Edit: See he wasn't capped until three years after he left Hibs. Does that still count?

[superfurryhibby]

What age was Sauzee when he signed...?

Same age as Whittaker and De Graff?

He is getting on and that rings alarm bells for plenty of us. What makes him seem like a good gamble is the fact that he hasn’t had a long term injury to contend with. Guys like Roy Keane would tell you that the SPL takes no prisoners. If you aren’t fit enough here then you won’t be given time to play.

I wonder if we will see a 4-4-2 line up today, that would appear to suit our personnel more and allow Gray and Stevenson to play in behind the two wide men (Horgan and Boyle).

Exciting times ahead methinks.

[Zazu62]

Same age as Whittaker and De Graff?

He is getting on and that rings alarm bells for plenty of us. What makes him seem like a good gamble is the fact that he hasn’t had a long term injury to contend with. Guys like Roy Keane would tell you that the SPL takes no prisoners. If you aren’t fit enough here then you won’t be given time to play.

I wonder if we will see a 4-4-2 line up today, that would appear to suit our personnel more and allow Gray and Stevenson to play in behind the two wide men (Horgan and Boyle).

Exciting times ahead methinks.


Can’t see us going 442. We have to many CMs. Lennon likes a 3 in the middle

[J-C]

Can anyone who doesn't think Milligan is a good signing explain why?
Genuinely interested?
Also. My conspiracy.
Hyndeman only here till Jan cos SA has agreed to sign pre contract[emoji6]

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If Allan signs a pre contract he'll not be able to join us until end of May, so why get Hyndman till January when we'll need him to the end of May.

[superfurryhibby]

Can’t see us going 442. We have to many CMs. Lennon likes a 3 in the middle


Tactics should change according to the strengths of the personnel, a midfield four seems a reasonable proposition. Lennon has brought Horgan in to play and Boyle should always be a contender. A fit and on form Gray makes our defence stronger, especially with a winger in front of him.

[SideBurns]

He was good enough to play in the World Cup 2 months ago for an Aussie side unlucky to lose against France. If I recall correctly, France went on to have a pretty decent tournament.

We'll soon find out of course, but I don't think he'll be out of his depth in Scotland.

[rcarter1]

As i live in Australia I've seen lots of him. I've always thought he was one Aussie player that I'd like to play for us a few years ago but thought he might be too old now.
He's been by far the stand out Australian player in the A league over the past 10 years with a few stints abroad in China and Japan then obviously chasing the money in UAE and Saudi , Was linked with a move to Crystal Palace a few years ago which fell through . Has had few other options in Europe that for some reason haven't materialised. Think there may have been issues obtaining a visa when he wasn't fully established in the national team . Guus Hiddink selected him in the 2006 WC squad when he had just come through the youth ranks so he was clearly a standout then.
He's a Western Sydney boy and played for Sydney FC initially but spent most of his A league career at arch rivals Melbourne Victory. Always stood out in that fixture and took plenty of abuse from the Sydney fans (me included) . He's tough and real leader but also got a lot of skill
Usually plays CM and scored a few important goals in his time. Very versatile though which is what we need. . Was trusted to play out of position at CB in recent world cup as the manager clearly didn't fancy any of the other options . Has also played at RB for Australia on a few occasions .

As i said I thought he would have been a bit too old now but obviously the recruitment team know better than me . He would have had options to earn more money in Asia or as 'marquee" player back in Australia so obviously playing for Hibs is for footballing ambitions rather than a big earner .

Always happy to read about the Hibees in the Aussie media and his signing will mean more coverage. Hopefully the clowns that run the Scottish game can get the overseas TV deal sorted out pronto and ensure we see more games

Thanks for this. It is great to read something from someone who has access to in depth information.

It may be a premature judgement, but Im very excited by this signing. Sounds like he will have a lot of presence. More so with Bartley injured, Im glad we have a bit of hard man on the books.

[Eyrie]

If Allan signs a pre contract he'll not be able to join us until end of May, so why get Hyndman till January when we'll need him to the end of May.
It was suggested on here that was Bournemouth's decision and not ours.

If Hyndman is getting regular game time and doing well for us then we should be able to extend him if we have to wait for Allan.

If he isn't playing regularly, Bournemouth will want him somewhere where he will be playing.

[MrRobot]

Know nothing about him but from the video he looks pretty decent!

[jacomo]

Good article on the Scotsman today.

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/six-things-hibs-fans-should-know-about-new-signing-mark-milligan-1-4786769

Played every minute of Aussie’s 3 World Cup games - ✅

Never played for a European club before - 🤔

He seems to have technical ability and is in good shape - let’s hope he can adapt to the pace of the Scottish game.

[Lago]

Why are people fixated on his age ? If you watch MoTD2 last night you would have seen a 34 year old scoring for Brighton & a 33 year old scoring for Watford. Both Murray & Deany ran rings round their much younger opponents.

[Speedway]

Why are people fixated on his age ? If you watch MoTD2 last night you would have seen a 34 year old scoring for Brighton & a 33 year old scoring for Watford. Both Murray & Deany ran rings round their much younger opponents.

And Murray's a baldy too.

[jacomo]

Why are people fixated on his age ? If you watch MoTD2 last night you would have seen a 34 year old scoring for Brighton & a 33 year old scoring for Watford. Both Murray & Deany ran rings round their much younger opponents.


Because we’ve had two 33 year olds in the squad recently whose best days were clearly behind them?

Having said that, Holt did a job for us and Whitts is not as bad as some make out. But clearly not the players they were.

Mark Milligan seems to have moved to CB which is a concern if we are hoping for an energetic presence in midfield.

Let’s hope he can be more like another 33 year old to play for Hibs... a certain Franck Sauzee

[Baw187]

And Murray's a baldy too.

Give him 6 months till his hair transplant takes, then he’ll look like Brian May.

[Stevie Reid]

Good article on the Scotsman today.

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/six-things-hibs-fans-should-know-about-new-signing-mark-milligan-1-4786769

Played every minute of Aussie’s 3 World Cup games - ✅

Never played for a European club before - 🤔

He seems to have technical ability and is in good shape - let’s hope he can adapt to the pace of the Scottish game.

Liking those passing stats a lot.

He sounds just what we need right now.

[Tarrahib]

Give him 6 months till his hair transplant takes, then he’ll look like Brian May.
He May look like Martin Boyle!

[neil7908]

Liking those passing stats a lot.

He sounds just what we need right now.

This is a great read for anyone sceptical about him. I don't think he's an exciting signing like Horgan but sounds exactly what we need.

In fact, not a million miles away from a more defensive version of Dylan.

[Lago]

:greengrin
And Murray's a baldy too.

[Jamesie]

To all those uninspired by a 33 year old signing, bear in mind that Juventus have also signed a 33 year old who seems to still be able to do the business! :greengrin

[The_Horde]

To all those uninspired by a 33 year old signing, bear in mind that Juventus have also signed a 33 year old who seems to still be able to do the business! :greengrin

They're also keen for us to sign Mulumbu. Who will soon be 32.

See also James Milner down in the prem.

[GloryGlory]

They're also keen for us to sign Mulumbu. Who will soon be 32.

See also James Milner down in the prem.

Not to mention the folks who think we should be looking to bring in Kenny Millar.

[kaimendhibs]

If Allan signs a pre contract he'll not be able to join us until end of May, so why get Hyndman till January when we'll need him to the end of May.Mibbe cos we can cut a deal to sign him cut price then. Just a theory

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[FilipinoHibs]

Cheers for the summary Sproule Three!

Everything I’ve heard / read from Aussies or people that have seen him, suggests he’s a good acquisition.

I sense he might be a fans favourite just because he’ll kick **** out of the Jambos and Sevco. Doesn’t sound like he takes any nonsense.
Think has everything and will be some player for us. And yes like most Aussies a winner and will get everyone up for the Jambos game.

[jacomo]

In today’s EEN...

Jamie Mac says he’s delighted (and surprised) we’ve got ‘Millsy’ and he is a real leader in the dressing room.

For the good of humanity we need to make the nickname Spike stick.

[Forza Fred]

Spikestick?

Cannae see that catching on😂

[Spike Mandela]

In today’s EEN...

Jamie Mac says he’s delighted (and surprised) we’ve got ‘Millsy’ and he is a real leader in the dressing room.

For the good of humanity we need to make the nickname Spike stick.

There's only one Spike around these parts.:cb

[Austinho]

Can't say I'm too concerned about him being 33. For comparison, Hearts have Christophe Berra (33), Steven MacLean (35) and Aaron Hughes (38).

There's the latest EEN article too which makes a good point about Milligan having not played in Europe and never having to endure the long fixture pile ups in the European Leagues. He's made 350 appearances throughout his entire career, which is almost 100 less than Whittaker. Hopefully he won't show much sign of decline in the next 2 years because of that.

[cabbageandribs1875]

In today’s EEN...

Jamie Mac says he’s delighted (and surprised) we’ve got ‘Millsy’ and he is a real leader in the dressing room.

For the good of humanity we need to make the nickname Spike stick.



or, we keep the millsy, his official nickname and use it as a replacement in the 'stubbsy' chant

[SirDavidsNapper]

Do we know if he's obtained a visa ok? Is he likely to feature on Saturday?

[Forza Fred]

Do we know if he's obtained a visa ok? Is he likely to feature on Saturday?

I’d be surprised if the bureaucrats acted that swiftly.

[Sir David Gray]

Do we know if he's obtained a visa ok? Is he likely to feature on Saturday?

I would imagine Hibs would announce it whenever this is granted, in the same way they did for Agyepong. That announcement hasn't happened yet so I don't think he's got the visa yet.

[JimBHibees]

I would imagine Hibs would announce it whenever this is granted, in the same way they did for Agyepong. That announcement hasn't happened yet so I don't think he's got the visa yet.

I would have hoped that someone from Australia would be cleared very quickly. Cant imagine Man United or some other bigger club having the same issue.

[dalkeith stu]

As Australia are ranked 43rd in the world he needs to have played 75% of their games in the last 2 years. I think he passes this easily so would be very surprised if it didn't fly through and he misses Saturday's game.

[jacomo]

There's only one Spike around these parts.:cb


Your generosity and understanding in this matter is greatly appreciated.

:thumbsup:

[jacomo]

or, we keep the millsy, his official nickname and use it as a replacement in the 'stubbsy' chant


Aussies may have many talents, but coming up with names is not one of them.

“Why are they called the Big Blue Mountains mate?”

“Well, they’re big, and they look kinda blue.”

[Johnny_Leith]

Aussies may have many talents, but coming up with names is not one of them.

“Why are they called the Big Blue Mountains mate?”

“Well, they’re big, and they look kinda blue.”

I think you'll find they were named by an Englishman

[cabbageandribs1875]

Aussies may have many talents, but coming up with names is not one of them.

“Why are they called the Big Blue Mountains mate?”

“Well, they’re big, and they look kinda blue.”


i'm struggling to come up with a wee ditty that would rhyme with 'spike'


bike
like
strike
dyke
hike

'millsy' it is :)

[FilipinoHibs]

As Australia are ranked 43rd in the world he needs to have played 75% of their games in the last 2 years. I think he passes this easily so would be very surprised if it didn't fly through and he misses Saturday's game.

White Australians get visas much more easily and quickly than black Africans.

[Smartie]

Spikestick?

Cannae see that catching on😂

I like it, but I suspect the jambos will find it a bit easier to find something to rhyme with it.

[Austinho]

Aussies may have many talents, but coming up with names is not one of them.Boggo
Stevo
Porto
Ambro
Hano
Davo
Boylsie
Sliva
Mallo
Macca
Kambo

[jacomo]

I think you'll find they were named by an Englishman


My apologies.

[Hibiza]

Welcome Mark :flag:

[eastcoasthibby]

I wonder what his goal shot average is?

It will be miles more than Bartley's anyway, and I am sure you won't see the panic in his face when he gets close to the opposition's box ..😰

[SquashedFrogg]

It will be miles more than Bartley's anyway, and I am sure you won't see the panic in his face when he gets close to the opposition's box ..😰

You do realise the position Bartley plays?

[hibbyfraelibby]

70+ caps for the wallabes

Wallabies? Jeezo man its not a scrum half we needed...😁

[hibbyfraelibby]

Thing is, Milligan is obviously signed as a starter so who makes way for him?

Efe or Daz?

[CockneyRebel]

Efe or Daz?


More likely to be the Bartman.

[Bob Box Fish]

Is he available for selection for sat?

[hughio]

Is he available for selection for sat?

Anybody?

[RoslinInstHibby]

Is he available for selection for sat?

nope

[JimBHibees]

Neil indicated yesterday that he wasnt at the club yet due to work permit situation.

[scoopyboy]

Is he available for selection for sat?

Nope, still in oz.

I thought they might have had him training with us until work permit comes through, unless that's not permitted,

[CapitalGreen]

Nope, still in oz.

I thought they might have had him training with us until work permit comes through, unless that's not permitted,

Not sure it would be permitted as would technically be working.

[calumhibee1]

Nope, still in oz.

I thought they might have had him training with us until work permit comes through, unless that's not permitted,

Would imagine that would be classed as him working seeing as it’ll be a part of his job when he does get the work permit.

[Alan62]

Nope, still in oz.

I thought they might have had him training with us until work permit comes through, unless that's not permitted,

Training is work.

[scoopyboy]

Not sure it would be permitted as would technically be working.

Even if he wasn't getting paid?

[Alan62]

Even if he wasn't getting paid?

Working without an appropriate visa would endanger the approval of his work permit.

[hughio]

Neil indicated yesterday that he wasnt at the club yet due to work permit situation.

Thanks.

Can't wait to see if hes as good as that Youtube clip indicated.
Clearly he has had a long career and the games shown on the showreel weren't perhaps taken from the top level.
Nonetheless this guy has dig,leadership, experience and can ping a pass.

:thumbsup:

[CropleyWasGod]

Been trawling my Oz-chums to see their reaction to Milligan signing:-

Nephew (Hibby) :- I reckon milk turns quicker than this bloke, but he's solid at the very least.

Nephew (floater) :- He’s a workhorse, but has a few mistakes in him from time to time. Not a horrible signing.

Mate (son of former Scotland manager) :- You could do Worse.


They know nowt, obviously :greengrin

[oneone73]

Been trawling my Oz-chums to see their reaction to Milligan signing:-

Nephew (Hibby) :- I reckon milk turns quicker than this bloke, but he's solid at the very least.

Nephew (floater) :- He’s a workhorse, but has a few mistakes in him from time to time. Not a horrible signing.

Mate (son of former Scotland manager) :- You could do Worse.


They know nowt, obviously :greengrin

Especially if the former Scotland manager is Harry Potter. 😉

[CropleyWasGod]

Especially if the former Scotland manager is Harry Potter. 😉

I do have standards in my private life, you know..... :rolleyes:

[Keith_M]

I do have standards in my private life, you know..... :rolleyes:

So those stories about you, the housemaid, the riding crop and the signed photo of Theresa May are all made up then?

[CropleyWasGod]

So those stories about you, the housemaid, the riding crop and the signed photo of Theresa May are all made up then?

I think all of that would be a badge of honour, don't you?







Or are we working to different definitions of the word?

[HoboHarry]

I think all of that would be a badge of honour, don't you?







Or are we working to different definitions of the word?
If it had been Ann Budge I would have said the George Cross.....

[Keith_M]

If it had been Ann Budge I would have said the George Cross.....



:greengrin

[Diclonius]

So, when's this guy's work permit coming through? A lot is resting on him coming good now.

[Callum_62]

So, when's this guy's work permit coming through? A lot is resting on him coming good now.

Imagine hel be with us for the Killie game

[hibbyfraelibby]

Been trawling my Oz-chums to see their reaction to Milligan signing:-

Nephew (Hibby) :- I reckon milk turns quicker than this bloke, but he's solid at the very least.

Nephew (floater) :- He’s a workhorse, but has a few mistakes in him from time to time. Not a horrible signing.

Mate (son of former Scotland manager) :- You could do Worse.


They know nowt, obviously :greengrin

Crops you may not like your nephew but thats no way to describe a genetically related individual...🙄🙄🙄