Miquel Nelom

[green day]

There’s a section of Hibs fans that don’t like anyone :na na:

Theres a section of Hibs fans that think Lewis Stevenson has been crap for the last 10 years.

They are not professional football managers............thank christ

[SirDavidsNapper]

Has this waste of a jersey signed yet? 😉

[HoboHarry]

Nobody is actually saying that?

One poster made a couple of posts that were miss-understood which he has since clarified.

Bingo you might want to check lost and found to see if anyone handed in your sense of humour......😉

[xyz23jc]

That's what you think...


FAKE NEWS...………..! :greengrin

[Keith_M]

Bingo you might want to check lost and found to see if anyone handed in your sense of humour......😉

:greengrin

[Joe6-2]

He's only 5' 7" (according to Soccerbase) or 5' 8 and a half (according to Wikipedia).

Turns 28 on Saturday as well.

Or 29 on Sunday

[bingo70]

Bingo you might want to check lost and found to see if anyone handed in your sense of humour......😉

Reported

[HoboHarry]

Reported

That's more like the Bingo we know and love......😁

[One Day Soon]

Each to their own, I suppose.

I found his post quite inspiring.

I'm never tidying your sock drawer for you.

[eastmainsmsh]

Only if Romano deneboom and ed de giraffe are part of the deal

[The_Horde]

Only if Romano deneboom and ed de giraffe are part of the deal

Chuck in Generic Fatfuik and it's a deal.

[Ryan69]

No official announcement yet - maybe they'll change their minds after reading on here how useless he is................


We will probably not actually sign him...and it's just paper talk.

Nothing mentioned that he was training with us...which is strange,as he is a free agent.

[The_Horde]

We will probably not actually sign him...and it's just paper talk.

Nothing mentioned that he was training with us...which is strange,as he is a free agent.

Nothing's been getting out of EM to be fair.

[staunchhibby]

No mobiles allowed at East Mains.

[SHODAN]

Chuck in Generic Fatfuik and it's a deal.

Free agent. Get him signed.

[Hamish]

Nelom signing today (Wednesday) according to EEN.

[Gmack7]

Nelom signing Wednesday according to EEN.

today then?

[scoopyboy]

I think he has signed or is in the process of doing so.

Looked good in training.

Was getting his photo taken yesterday, for press release I presume.

[B.H.F.C]

I think he has signed or is in the process of doing so.

Looked good in training.

Was getting his photo taken yesterday, for press release I presume.

Any idea in length of deal?

[scoopyboy]

Any idea in length of deal?

No idea mate, only what I posted above.

[The_Horde]

I think he has signed or is in the process of doing so.

Looked good in training.

Was getting his photo taken yesterday, for press release I presume.

So he is the guy we've had on trial then?

[SHODAN]

I think he has signed or is in the process of doing so.

Looked good in training.

Was getting his photo taken yesterday, for press release I presume.

Any idea if we're expecting anyone else in?

[Ronniekirk]

George Craig interview ,confirmed he had Medical on Monday ,and confirmed he had signed No mention of Length of deal though .
Confirmed the Quality over Quantity line ,and was talking up the fact we had so many Internationslists on our books ,which has been by default not design . Said Lennon working with a first Team Squad of 20 plus ( can't remember exact figures ),that includes four Goslkeepers Shaw Porteous and Lewis Allan .But also singles out Fraser Murray , Hammer and one other Development Player ,who could also step into First Team Swuad if needed
Emphasised thier needs to be a clear pathway for youth to break into the Team ,and the young players need to see that to spur them on .
No mention of any other signings ,and made it clear the Guys here to give Lewis Competition for his place .
So be interesting to see if it's just a short term deal till end of Season or shorter

[truehibernian]

Looks like a quality signing. You don’t play as many games for one of Holland’s top clubs if you’re not a very good player and technically good.

I’m a wee bit greedy and would still like to see us bring in another striker with some physicality. But the squad now looks very good indeed.

[G B Young]

George Craig interview ,confirmed he had Medical on Monday ,and confirmed he had signed No mention of Length of deal though .
Confirmed the Quality over Quantity line ,and was talking up the fact we had so many Internationslists on our books ,which has been by default not design . Said Lennon working with a first Team Squad of 20 plus ( can't remember exact figures ),that includes four Goslkeepers Shaw Porteous and Lewis Allan .But also singles out Fraser Murray , Hammer and one other Development Player ,who could also step into First Team Swuad if needed
Emphasised their needs to be a clear pathway for youth to break into the Team ,and the young players need to see that to spur them on .
No mention of any other signings ,and made it clear the Guys here to give Lewis Competition for his place .
So be interesting to see if it's just a short term deal till end of Season or shorter

I fully agree this has got to be the way forward and hopefully it may influence the choice of sought-after young players when they see Hibs as a club where they have a structured path to the first team if they're good enough.

Irritating as the yams' start to the season may be, I don't agree with simply signing a whole new squad when the last one didn't work.

[bawheid]

Looks like a quality signing. You don’t play as many games for one of Holland’s top clubs if you’re not a very good player and technically good.


That can't be right. Twitter says he's sh**e.

[SirDavidsNapper]

Looks like a quality signing. You don’t play as many games for one of Holland’s top clubs if you’re not a very good player and technically good.

I’m a wee bit greedy and would still like to see us bring in another striker with some physicality. But the squad now looks very good indeed.

:agree: the squad looks excellent. Feeling really optimistic about this season.

[JimBHibees]

Bingo you might want to check lost and found to see if anyone handed in your sense of humour......😉

:faf::faf:

[Borderhibbie76]

:agree: the squad looks excellent. Feeling really optimistic about this season.Squad is looking good I still think too we are 1 short upfront but that's maybe being greedy. Hopefully our luck with injuries improves and we can get a settled formation and starting 11 over the coming months

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[SouthMoroccoStu]

Squad is looking good I still think too we are 1 short upfront but that's maybe being greedy. Hopefully our luck with injuries improves and we can get a settled formation and starting 11 over the coming months

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Yeah we need another upfront option

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Is it just LB that Nelom can play or does he offer us opinions in other areas?

If the rumours are true, welcome to the club Miquel

[Franck Stanton]

Is it just LB that Nelom can play or does he offer us opinions in other areas?

If the rumours are true, welcome to the club Miquel

Nope. His preferred position is left back but has played both right and left centre half positions.

[staunchhibby]

According to news tonight he has not signed yet.Hopefuly in time for weekend

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Nope. His preferred position is left back but has played both right and left centre half positions.

Cheers Franck

[GloryGlory]

Cheers Franck

Has this guy actually signed?

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Has this guy actually signed?

Not yet

So no 😉

[SirDavidsNapper]

Last minute attempt by Hearts to hijack deal 😉

[hughio]

Anyone else getting nervous about this deal falling through?

I was getting a bit excited about an athletic new wing back who can cross and score.
If it doesn't happen it will be disappointing.

[Stevie Reid]

Anyone else getting nervous about this deal falling through?

I was getting a bit excited about an athletic new wing back who can cross and score.
If it doesn't happen it will be disappointing.

Expected to sign today:

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/miquel-nelom-to-pose-biggest-test-yet-for-hibs-lewis-stevenson-1-4802514

[One Day Soon]

Is it just LB that Nelom can play or does he offer us opinions in other areas?

If the rumours are true, welcome to the club Miquel

My understanding is that while he can only play left back he is also capable of offering opinions in specialist areas including: cartography, animal husbandry and Brexit.

[Hibbyradge]

My understanding is that while he can only play left back he is also capable of offering opinions in specialist areas including: cartography, animal husbandry and Brexit.

I'm underwhelmed.

Opinions, opinions, opinions.

Anyone can offer opinions.

Call me a bedwetter if you want, but until we get a left back in who can give us FACTS we've no chance of challenging for a European place, never mind second.

[Peevemor]

Anyone else getting nervous about this deal falling through?

I was getting a bit excited about an athletic new wing back who can cross and score.
If it doesn't happen it will be disappointing.

According to wiki he has 3 goals in 192 appearances. Roughly the same strike rate as Lewis (ie. a goal every couple of seasons).

[MyJo]

Nope. His preferred position is left back but has played both right and left centre half positions.

Given the way we play he would probably be more than comfortable sitting on the left of a back three like Hanlon does as well as at left back.

[maturehibby]

Might gave seen THE class and determination of Lewis and realised he won't get a taken so is not going to sign for us
Lol

[Speedway]

I think he’ll prove to be the most exciting waste of a jersey in a long time.

[SirDavidsNapper]

I think he’ll prove to be the most exciting waste of a jersey in a long time.

Never been as excited to boo a player

[scoopyboy]

Over the last few seasons we have been lucky with Lewis, dependable and avoided injuries and suspensions.

However towards the end of last season I thought he looked a wee bit jaded, he needs a rest occasionally as well but not really been possible.

[Peevemor]

Over the last few seasons we have been lucky with Lewis, dependable and avoided injuries and suspensions.

However towards the end of last season I thought he looked a wee bit jaded, he needs a rest occasionally as well but not really been possible.

A few weeks ago (can't remember what game), Neil Lennon said after the match that he'd wanted to rest Lewis but couldn't.

[My_Wife_Camille]

I think he’ll prove to be the most exciting waste of a jersey in a long time.
Deary me. The guy hasn’t even signed yet and the boo boys have already written him off as a waste of a jersey

[Speedway]

Deary me. The guy hasn’t even signed yet and the boo boys have already written him off as a waste of a jersey

Such as yourself earlier in the thread?

[SRHibs]

Such as yourself earlier in the thread?

I think he was imitating the responses to his initial post (which was a lot more moderate than yours).

[BlackSheep]

Over the last few seasons we have been lucky with Lewis, dependable and avoided injuries and suspensions.

However towards the end of last season I thought he looked a wee bit jaded, he needs a rest occasionally as well but not really been possible.

Agreed, and due to the positive factors you list it seems that any backups we have brought in to cover any potential absence have not really been up to much, or had much time to show that they could win a starting spot. I wouldnt wish any absence on Lewy but some competition for his position can only be a good thing.

[FilipinoHibs]

Such as yourself earlier in the thread?
Seen a few extended videos and looks a player. Strong in the tackle and good link up play going forward. Will tear our league up.

[Dashing Bob S]

Over the last few seasons we have been lucky with Lewis, dependable and avoided injuries and suspensions.

However towards the end of last season I thought he looked a wee bit jaded, he needs a rest occasionally as well but not really been possible.

Played his last game for Hibs. Never really recovered from the five hookers, a guide dog and a ton of coke scandal that I just made up right now.

Seriously though, another quality player at ER. Keep replacing the good with great and the great with the exceptional. Lenny doesn't stand still or give in to sentiment, nor should we.

[pacoluna]

This guy has a highly impressive CV, an extremely promising signing. One of the the most exciting signings I can recall for a while. However this thread has turned into a discussion about Stevenson just because he could be replacing him, I would have expected this thread to be far more upbeat. I can't recall a signing with such pedigree who should just be coming into this prime.

There's about 1000 other threads where you can discuss Stevenson!

[SRHibs]

This guy has a highly impressive CV, an extremely promising signing. One of the the most exciting signings I can recall for a while. However this thread has turned into a discussion about Stevenson just because he could be replacing him, I would have expected this thread to be far more upbeat. I can't recall a signing with such pedigree who should just be coming into this prime.

There's about 1000 other threads where you can discuss Stevenson!

This signing will have a direct impact on Stevenson. It’s as relevant a thread as any to discuss him.

[Hibbyradge]

Deary me. The guy hasn’t even signed yet and the boo boys have already written him off as a waste of a jersey

:faf:

[SirDavidsNapper]

I didn't think Dutchmen needed work permits.... taking a while to announce this signing!

[GloryGlory]

I didn't think Dutchmen needed work permits.... taking a while to announce this signing!

Does anyone know if Neil Lennon mentioned a new signing at his presser today?

PS I assume there was a presser for Saturday's game. :greengrin

[Sas_The_Hibby]

Played his last game for Hibs. Never really recovered from the five hookers, a guide dog and a ton of coke scandal that I just made up right now.

Seriously though, another quality player at ER. Keep replacing the good with great and the great with the exceptional. Lenny doesn't stand still or give in to sentiment, nor should we.

Saves us all asking who your source is

[Hibbyradge]

Saves us all asking who your source is

He's obviously protecting his source. :agree:

[04Sauzee]

It's confirmed scarf above the head pictures on line guys

[04Sauzee]

It's confirmed scarf above the head pictures on line guys

Also just the 1 year

[bingo70]

Also just the 1 year

Where you seeming that about? Can’t see it on twitter?

[04Sauzee]

Where you seeming that about? Can’t see it on twitter?

Radio Forth news have tweeted it. 1 year deal

[GloryGlory]

Where you seeming that about? Can’t see it on twitter?

Radio Forth twitter has pic and info.

Funny - Jamie Borthwick (EEN?) has replied to tweet with "Erm - embargo...". :greengrin

[HoboHarry]

If he has only signed a one year deal then those thinking that this is the end of Lewis are whistling at the moon. The wee man will be here long after Nelom is gone.....

[bigswissstriker]

Is it just me who can’t see anything on radio Forth Twitter....

[Sir David Gray]

Is it just me who can’t see anything on radio Forth Twitter....

Nope.

[GloryGlory]

Is it just me who can’t see anything on radio Forth Twitter....

https://www.bing.com/search?q=radio+forth+news+twitter&form=EDNTHT&mkt=en-gb&httpsmsn=1&refig=7bf2d184d2394929c0529f14341f4e09&PC=ACTS&sp=-1&ghc=1&pq=radio+forth+news+twi&sc=0-20&qs=n&sk=&cvid=7bf2d184d2394929c0529f14341f4e09

You can see it here, but the tweet has been removed from the actual twitter site. Could be because of the embargo.

[04Sauzee]

Is it just me who can’t see anything on radio Forth Twitter....

Think they may have removed the tweet, I have a screenshot of the Tweet and picture but can't upload from my phone. Expect Hibs will make an official announcement soon.

[Sir David Gray]

https://www.bing.com/search?q=radio+forth+news+twitter&form=EDNTHT&mkt=en-gb&httpsmsn=1&refig=7bf2d184d2394929c0529f14341f4e09&PC=ACTS&sp=-1&ghc=1&pq=radio+forth+news+twi&sc=0-20&qs=n&sk=&cvid=7bf2d184d2394929c0529f14341f4e09

You can see it here, but the tweet has been removed from the actual twitter site. Could be because of the embargo.

What embargo?

[Heisenberg]

What embargo?

Press release. Hibs will have made them aware and given them a time to post the news (i.e after announced by the club). Looks like they jumped the gun.

[GloryGlory]

What embargo?

I assume Hibs have given the news release to various media, but embargoed it until a certain time(a common practice)- probably until it has been announced on the official site. Radio Forth jumped the gun.

[danhibees1875]

What embargo?

I think a press embargo. They presumably weren't allowed to publish anything until an agreed time/date.

[pacoluna]

If he has only signed a one year deal then those thinking that this is the end of Lewis are whistling at the moon. The wee man will be here long after Nelom is gone.....

Posts like this baffle me :confused

The preciousness over Lewis is ridiculous.

[Sir David Gray]

Press release. Hibs will have made them aware and given them a time to post the news (i.e after announced by the club). Looks like they jumped the gun.


I assume Hibs have given the news release to various media, but embargoed it until a certain time(a common practice)- probably until it has been announced on the official site. Radio Forth jumped the gun.


I think a press embargo. They presumably weren't allowed to publish anything until an agreed time/date.

Ok cheers. :aok:

[Borderhibbie76]

Press release. Hibs will have made them aware and given them a time to post the news (i.e after announced by the club). Looks like they jumped the gun.No like Hibs to be slow making an official announcement ...Honestly we are so slow at this sometimes...everyone knows days before Hibs announce it

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[Hibbyradge]

If he has only signed a one year deal then those thinking that this is the end of Lewis are whistling at the moon. The wee man will be here long after Nelom is gone.....

Are there people thinking that?

I suggested that the guy might get a 1 year deal with the possibility of an extension if he turned out to be the business. If that's what's happening, it's the right move

I definitely hope Hibs are looking for someone to take Lewis's place when he loses his pace. That's not forecasting his imminent demise nor wanting it.

It's hoping for good succession management.

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[WhileTheChief..]

If he turns out to be better than Stevenson then he’ll take his place. If not, he’ll be back up.

Either way, the majority of Lennon’s signings have been sound so here’s hoping he’s found another decent player for us.

[flash]

Posts like this baffle me :confused

The preciousness over Lewis is ridiculous.

It's almost as if they hope he is crap.

[PatHead]

Welcome to Hibs

[SirDavidsNapper]

Another good addition. Squad looking strong.

[Billy Whizz]

Another good addition. Squad looking strong.

Certainly is, a few not even going to make the bench some weeks. Let’s hope we get a wee run without injuries

[Since90+2]

Lewis is a steady and dependable player for us. He's not great and hes not *****,he's probably about average for our level. That's the reality. If Nelom is above average and can be as consistent as Lewis he will be starting.

[The_Horde]

Welcome Lord Nelom.

[The Green Goblin]

A few weeks ago (can't remember what game), Neil Lennon said after the match that he'd wanted to rest Lewis but couldn't.

I disagree with the posters saying this means the end for Lewis. I think this above is one of the reasons NL wants the new player. Competition and cover, sure, like any other position needs, but Stevenson needs a break too.

[Hibbyradge]

I disagree with the posters saying this means the end for Lewis.

Is anyone saying that?

[SeanWilson]

Please be the Dutch Andy Robertson 🙏🙏🙏

[The_Horde]

Please be the Dutch Andy Robertson 🙏🙏🙏

I predict he'll be the Dutch full back version of efe. Some class moments on the ball but some total brain farts at the back.

[SeanWilson]

I predict he'll be the Dutch full back version of efe. Some class moments on the ball but some total brain farts at the back.

I having nothing but love for Lewis but the Kilmarnock game was an eye opener of his lacking in attacking ability. The whole team was pedestrian so not all his fault but he had umptine moments in the game where Horgan wanted to collect the ball and Lewis to make the run and he just stpped dead on the halfway line. I also noticed at almondvale Lennon completely lost the plot with LS at one point for no apparent reason... to the point Gary Parker told him to sit down. If this guy can make the overlapping runs then I think he'll play.

[BoomtownHibees]

I having nothing but love for Lewis but the Kilmarnock game was an eye opener of his lacking in attacking ability. The whole team was pedestrian so not all his fault but he had umptine moments in the game where Horgan wanted to collect the ball and Lewis to make the run and he just stpped dead on the halfway line. I also noticed at almondvale Lennon completely lost the plot with LS at one point for no apparent reason... to the point Gary Parker told him to sit down. If this guy can make the overlapping runs then I think he'll play.

To be fair it has happened before that our full backs don’t go bombing forward when we play 4 at the back.

[The Green Goblin]

Is anyone saying that?

Yes, one or two definitely posted to say that. I’m on my phone so finding and quoting those posts is a bit tricky. I’m not raging about it or anything, :greengrin just a simple disagreement with the idea, that’s all.

[Dashing Bob S]

Is anyone saying that?

Yes. Raith next season.

[allezsauzee]

Posts like this baffle me :confused

The preciousness over Lewis is ridiculous.

Preciousness = acknowledgement that Lewis is a solid and dependable defender who we'd be loath to see leave Hibs. He is however limited in an attacking sense and even his biggest fans would accept that. That said I'd be surprised if Lenny wanted to get rid of Lewis and the fact that Miquel has signed on for only 1 season suggests that either side or both aren't willing to commit to longer.

[Hibiza]

Read it as Micheal Nelson for a second. Panic over

brill :top marks :flag:

[hibee316]

I having nothing but love for Lewis but the Kilmarnock game was an eye opener of his lacking in attacking ability. The whole team was pedestrian so not all his fault but he had umptine moments in the game where Horgan wanted to collect the ball and Lewis to make the run and he just stpped dead on the halfway line. I also noticed at almondvale Lennon completely lost the plot with LS at one point for no apparent reason... to the point Gary Parker told him to sit down. If this guy can make the overlapping runs then I think he'll play.

... or he was told to not bomb forward as Killie posed a big threat down the right (both goals came from there).

Every time he makes an overlap, we are left short at the back. You have got to take into account the threat the opposition pose if you lose the ball or they recycle it quickly.

[Hibbyradge]

... or he was told to not bomb forward as Killie posed a big threat down the right (both goals came from there).

Every time he makes an overlap, we are left short at the back. You have got to take into account the threat the opposition pose if you lose the ball or they recycle it quickly.

Absolutely. Lewis isn't a fully fledged attacking wing back, but he's almost always available as an option to pass to on the wing. This spreads the opposition defence, and puts them on the back foot, creating more room for our midfield to push forward.

That's invaluable. As you say, if he doesn't do that, it'll be under instruction.

[J-C]

... or he was told to not bomb forward as Killie posed a big threat down the right (both goals came from there).

Every time he makes an overlap, we are left short at the back. You have got to take into account the threat the opposition pose if you lose the ball or they recycle it quickly.


:agree:

He can bomb forward with a back 3 as Hanlon covers for him but with a back 4 he has to be more pragmatic, problem seemed to be that Horgan was giving him no help and Whittaker doesn't have the pace to get around the pitch as much to also help him out. If Lennon wants to play with so many attacking midfielders he has to get them working their socks off pressing from midfield, Hyndman and Horgan seemingly weren't doing that and Whitts isn't a DM. I watched the Liverpool v PSG game the other night and the pressing and working from both teams were poles apart. Liverpool pressed high up with the mid/attack all working very hard, PSG front 3 did the square root of sod all and against a goo team like Liverpool they were overran at times, the 3-2 scoreline flattered PSG.

[Smartie]

:agree:

He can bomb forward with a back 3 as Hanlon covers for him but with a back 4 he has to be more pragmatic, problem seemed to be that Horgan was giving him no help and Whittaker doesn't have the pace to get around the pitch as much to also help him out. If Lennon wants to play with so many attacking midfielders he has to get them working their socks off pressing from midfield, Hyndman and Horgan seemingly weren't doing that and Whitts isn't a DM. I watched the Liverpool v PSG game the other night and the pressing and working from both teams were poles apart. Liverpool pressed high up with the mid/attack all working very hard, PSG front 3 did the square root of sod all and against a goo team like Liverpool they were overran at times, the 3-2 scoreline flattered PSG.

Liverpool are the best in the business at this, it seems to be a trademark of Klopp's teams.

They are so good at it that they show up other strike forces, strike forces who are handy enough in their own right but just not as effective as Liverpool's is when they don't have the ball.

[dangermouse]

It’s not so much what was meant by the post comparing this lad to Eckersley and Rherras, it’s just the fact that some folk will look for a negative slant to absolutely anything Hibs do. I wouldn’t have even thought to compare this guy to Eckersley.

Weirdly, there’s some folks in our support that just prefer it when Hibs are pish. I’m sure there’s an explainable psychological reason for it. It’s definitely worth a more in depth study.

I remember relatively early on in John Collins managerial stint, a game against Gretna at Easter Road. I was sitting in the East terracing as we went 2-0 down early in the second half. There were guys absolutely raging all around me. Starved of misery for so long during Mowbray’s reign, they finally had their Hibs back (although this was early in the season and Hibs would go on to win the League Cup a couple of months later). One guy in front of me dragged his young son off having seen enough, red faced, blood vessels bursting out of his temple. He wasn’t the only one. Hibs won 4-2.

The simple fact is, some people just prefer Hibs being crap. This forum reflects that.

Easier to get a parking space :duck:

[Billy Whizz]

Nelom is represented by Key sports Management. One of their key staff is Edwin De Graaf

[SHODAN]

Nelom is represented by Key sports Management. One of their key staff is Edwin De Graaf

..Who is still playing in the Dutch 4th tier at 38. Not bad.

[superfurryhibby]

:agree:

He can bomb forward with a back 3 as Hanlon covers for him but with a back 4 he has to be more pragmatic, problem seemed to be that Horgan was giving him no help and Whittaker doesn't have the pace to get around the pitch as much to also help him out. If Lennon wants to play with so many attacking midfielders he has to get them working their socks off pressing from midfield, Hyndman and Horgan seemingly weren't doing that and Whitts isn't a DM. I watched the Liverpool v PSG game the other night and the pressing and working from both teams were poles apart. Liverpool pressed high up with the mid/attack all working very hard, PSG front 3 did the square root of sod all and against a goo team like Liverpool they were overran at times, the 3-2 scoreline flattered PSG.

Good observations. The Killie right flank was very good and offered a potent attacking threat. As you rightly highlight, there was little cover being offered to Stevenson at times and this curtailed his attacking forays.

If Nelom can perform, his defensive duties as well as Lewis and get forward more convincingly then he'll be some signing.

[hibee316]

Easier to get a parking space :duck:

Easier to get into the pub before hand too!

Too busy! 😁

[Hermit Crab]

It's almost as if they hope he is crap.


The reality is if he takes his chance when he is given one then Lewis will be benched until such times he can force his way back in, competitiveness within the squad has to be high for us to succeed on the park, players must give their all every week or risk losing their place in the starting 11.

Cup winning legend and long term servant yes. Irreplaceable? No.

[son of haggart]

Damn - I was hoping you’d buy a lemon next

[wookie70]

I'm a huge fan of Lewis and think he is far better than lots of fans give hime credit for. That being said we have not had proper cover or competition in that area and apart from anything Lewis looks like he runs out of steam sometimes. He needs a rest occasionally and hopefully the addition of another decent left sided defender gives opportunities to rest players and makes sure those with the jersey play at their best to keep it. I still think Lewis could do a job as a defensive midfielder.