New manager thread

[haagsehibby]

I once met Jim Magilton at a charity do. He was surprisingly down to earth, and VERY funny.

Thanks Limmy!

[BoyledEgg]

The Sun are saying it’s Appleton.

[The 90+2]

The Sun are saying it’s Appleton.

Fantastic 👍👍

[Nicho87]

If the sun said Levein is a **** manager I’d still probably have to check his trophy cabinet just to make sure.

[BoyledEgg]

Fantastic 👍👍

He’s still evens if anyone is feeling brave 🙈

[SquashedFrogg]

Is a three letter word !

Man, I've not heard that in about 30 odd years.

Thanks 👍

[Winston Ingram]

The https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/3856371/hibs-closing-in-michael-appleton-appointment/

[Captain Trips]

The https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/3856371/hibs-closing-in-michael-appleton-appointment/

Be good to get the guy in to attend the match tomorrow then take up the reigns from Monday.

[The 90+2]

He’s still evens if anyone is feeling brave 🙈

Nah. I have money on PH so I’m not going to jinx it will be that **** Magilton. An ex Hibs assistant may think he’s a *** pe...

[Dr Jimmy]

The https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/3856371/hibs-closing-in-michael-appleton-appointment/

What does it say?

Will never click on any link from that paper.

[The 90+2]

Be good to get the guy in to attend the match tomorrow then take up the reigns from Monday.

He was there on weds at Celtic Park. Guest of the club I was told. They kind of things usually happen under different names. I get abuse for it. Yet now it’s in the paper he’s there tomorrow 😂😂

[The 90+2]

What does it say?

Will never click on any link from that paper.

His name is on a pass as Michael Appleton instead of his agents name at Celtic Park on weds.

[BoyledEgg]

What does it say?

Will never click on any link from that paper.

Just that Hibs are closing in on him and barring a change of heart from him he will be the new manager.

[Callum_62]

The Sun are saying it’s Appleton.

The Sun also had PH as looking for an assistant a few days back

I think they are all guessing


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[S4uzee]

It’s all a bit uninspiring

[Northernhibee]

It’s all a bit uninspiring

There are plenty of videos on YouTube of interviews with him that seem quite promising. A positive man who had his career ended at 25 due to medical negligence, took a couple of jobs at the wrong time, learned lessons from it but also had a fantastic time at Oxford United, getting them punching way above their weight. Put Premiership Swansea out of the FA cup when they were in league two, got them to a cup final, got them promoted. Assistant to some big names in football, been caretaker manager for Leicester and won both of the games. Speaks in a positive, intelligent manner and appears to be a top bloke who players should want to work for.

Just because he's not done much punditry work like certain recent managers doesn't make him uninspiring. It makes him refreshing in the context of this season.

[ian cruise]

Relax guys, Appleton’s about to become favourite again. I Never Ever thought that would happen.

I'm sorry this was underappreciated. If it is Appleton and he and his backroom staff deliver the cup after this turmoil they will be All Saints with the fans.

[Lancs Harp]

We'll know when we're serious about someone when Sunderland jump and hijack our target. :wink:

[ian cruise]

I made a joke about John Collins being assistant but in all seriousness I'd love that to be the case. I don't think he's necessarily the man for the main job but he's got all the hallmarks of a great assistant. I'd just hope that he does think the role would be beneath him (though I suspect he would).

[Callum_62]

Whats this all about?

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[tonyrougier123]

Whats this all about?

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Alan irvine might be a decent shout.

[monktonharp]

I just need to emphasise, that if the Sun said tomorrow will be sunny, snowy,blawy or pishy that I would not believe any of those proposed ideas. It'd probably end up icy.

[The_Horde]

Whats this all about?

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Look at their full list.

Betting on Yogi is suspended. As is Lee Mcculloch, Graeme Murty, Ian Murray and...




Terry Butcher.

[Inconsequential]

I made a joke about John Collins being assistant but in all seriousness I'd love that to be the case. I don't think he's necessarily the man for the main job but he's got all the hallmarks of a great assistant. I'd just hope that he does think the role would be beneath him (though I suspect he would). Could Collins work with chairman Petrie and some of the directors again? Remember John Collins had to deal with a player revolt as manager. One name I would put forward as an assistant is Ian Murray who has managerial experience and a good knowledge of Hibs. Of course my opinion only and let's wait and see.

[Winston Ingram]

I just need to emphasise, that if the Sun said tomorrow will be sunny, snowy,blawy or pishy that I would not believe any of those proposed ideas. It'd probably end up icy.

Tbf they’ve been right with everything they’ve said about Heckingbottom so far.

[Winston Ingram]

Whats this all about?

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Paddy Power appears to have suspended betting on this an aw

[we are hibs]

Do they not suspend the betting after a certain time?

[BoyledEgg]

Appleton 1/2 fav now

[BoomtownHibees]

Appleton 1/2 fav now

2/5 fave on SkyBet as well

[jacomo]

Could Collins work with chairman Petrie and some of the directors again? Remember John Collins had to deal with a player revolt as manager. One name I would put forward as an assistant is Ian Murray who has managerial experience and a good knowledge of Hibs. Of course my opinion only and let's wait and see.


Everyone says John Collins biggest weakness was signing players but we have a whole department to deal with that now.

He managed some of the best performances I have ever seen from a Hibs team, even with Tommy Craig as his assistant. And ultimately his views on fitness and dedication are correct.

But plenty of Hibbys wouldn’t want him back.

[J-C]

Everyone says John Collins biggest weakness was signing players but we have a whole department to deal with that now.

He managed some of the best performances I have ever seen from a Hibs team, even with Tommy Craig as his assistant. And ultimately his views on fitness and dedication are correct.

But plenty of Hibbys wouldn’t want him back.
The recruitment team only identify players the manager wants, ultimately he says yes or no, Collins didn't have an eye for a player and also allowed Craig too much say on who came in, AOB was a player he new from Newcastle.

[The_Horde]

Everyone says John Collins biggest weakness was signing players but we have a whole department to deal with that now.

He managed some of the best performances I have ever seen from a Hibs team, even with Tommy Craig as his assistant. And ultimately his views on fitness and dedication are correct.

But plenty of Hibbys wouldn’t want him back.

His biggest weakness was man management. Terrible at it.

[bigwheel]

His biggest weakness was man management. Terrible at it.

Yes, no one really questions Collins ability on fitness, nutrition and coaching....but to be the leader you need to be able to manage the men, lead and inspire....most people who know him don't give him high marks around those elements of a Head Coach's capabilities...




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[Keyser Sauzee]

Everyone says John Collins biggest weakness was signing players but we have a whole department to deal with that now.

He managed some of the best performances I have ever seen from a Hibs team, even with Tommy Craig as his assistant. And ultimately his views on fitness and dedication are correct.

But plenty of Hibbys wouldn’t want him back.

Because of his man management skills which at the time were almost non existent, if he’s improved on that front then I’d consider him.

[CapitalGreen]

Because of his man management skills which at the time were almost non existent, if he’s improved on that front then I’d consider him.

I got the impression from his time with Celtic working with Delia that they hadn’t improved. A lot of Celtic players really didn’t like him.

[Leith's finest]

Could Collins work with chairman Petrie and some of the directors again? Remember John Collins had to deal with a player revolt as manager. One name I would put forward as an assistant is Ian Murray who has managerial experience and a good knowledge of Hibs. Of course my opinion only and let's wait and see.
I would tempt Kevin Thomson away from sevco as assistant

[southsider]

Still think Hibs might throw everyone a deefy and appoint a guy not quoted anywhere.

[FilipinoHibs]

Because of his man management skills which at the time were almost non existent, if he’s improved on that front then I’d consider him.

Met him on a plane recently and was charming. Suprisingly snacked on junk food for 7 hours. But was studying videos of games the whole way.

[Leith Green]

I got the impression from his time with Celtic working with Delia that they hadn’t improved. A lot of Celtic players really didn’t like him.



I always felt that one of John Collins biggest faults as manager was his ego. He also struck me as a manager who couldnt deal with working with players who were nowhere near the level he had played at

[The 90+2]

All betting suspended. It’s like Christmas 😀

[BoomtownHibees]

All betting suspended. It’s like Christmas 😀

Not on SkyBet. Appleton 1/3

[The 90+2]

Not on SkyBet. Appleton 1/3

Gives me the Alan Irvine suspended rubbish up the top.

[BoomtownHibees]

Gives me the Alan Irvine suspended rubbish up the top.

Aye but open up Show All at the bottom then you will see

[04Sauzee]

Gives me the Alan Irvine suspended rubbish up the top.

Hit show all and it gives the other odds

[Daydreamer]

Got told on Monday that he had came over very well when interviewed so put £20 on at 16/1. Just been told by the same person he has had a second interview and if at the game tomorrow he has probably got the job. Still wanted Stubbs to the end of the season though.


Nice little lift for me :wink:

[ScottB]

I look forward to seeing if Levein has the stones to try and get into a slagging match with our new muscle bound leader...

[Eyrie]

I'd like Appleton to be announced at half time today. Would be a novel way of doing it, although that won't happen because it would overshadow the match.

[Northernhibee]

I'd like Appleton to be announced at half time today. Would be a novel way of doing it, although that won't happen because it would overshadow the match.

He might be able to do something about the pies.

[Eyrie]

He might be able to do something about the pies.


If he can do that then winning the Champions League will be a doddle.

[Heisenberg]

http://bit.ly/2RQBsIL

Eddie May confirming today was his last match in charge. Sounds like a decision has been made.

[One Day Soon]

Everyone says John Collins biggest weakness was signing players but we have a whole department to deal with that now.

He managed some of the best performances I have ever seen from a Hibs team, even with Tommy Craig as his assistant. And ultimately his views on fitness and dedication are correct.

But plenty of Hibbys wouldn’t want him back.


We've never been as fit or high pressed any opposition as effectively as we did under Collins.

[660]

We've never been as fit or high pressed any opposition as effectively as we did under Collins.

You obviously didn’t watch the last 6 months of hibs under collins

[One Day Soon]

You obviously didn’t watch the last 6 months of hibs under collins

I certainly did.

[we are hibs]

You obviously didn’t watch the last 6 months of hibs under collins

Weren't we top of the league in October and unbeaten after winning at ibrox under Collins? 6 months might be a slight exaggeration.

[Squealing pig]

Dempster has time and time again brought in the right person at the right time for hibs and Motherwell so I’m optimistic an appointment chosen by her will see the club progressing .

[GibbytheHibby2]

Weren't we top of the league in October and unbeaten after winning at ibrox under Collins? 6 months might be a slight exaggeration.

Yip. I was in Currys about to splash far too much cash on a tv. Murphy scored and it came up on the Sky Sports feed. I told the wife she could have whichever set she wanted 😳

[The 90+2]

Weren't we top of the league in October and unbeaten after winning at ibrox under Collins? 6 months might be a slight exaggeration.

1 win in 9 before he quit also. Left us with the worst squad known to man after taking over a brilliant one.

[Partyraiser]

Dempster has time and time again brought in the right person at the right time for hibs and Motherwell so I’m optimistic an appointment chosen by her will see the club progressing .

This is where I'm at too. I was gutted the way things ended with lennon, but it couldn't continue the way it was going. Now I'm happy to trust Dempster to make the right call. Neither of the frontrunners excite me that much, but she has a good track record of making the right appointment so I have faith she'll do the same again

[04Sauzee]

Appleton 1/5, not sure anyone's odds have been this short in this managerial race?

[The 90+2]

Holden is being interviewed on Monday according to a dm on Twitter from someone how usually knows.

Can’t be arsed with the abuse usually given for posting rumours but I’ll leave it out there anyway.

[Gordy M]

Holden is being interviewed on Monday according to a dm on Twitter from someone how usually knows.

Can’t be arsed with the abuse usually given for posting rumours but I’ll leave it out there anyway.

The Bristol City manager is qouted as saying he is aware of the interest but that Hibs had not been in contact. That was three days ago so could’ve changed. Bristol City are absolutely flying at the moment.

[04Sauzee]

Holden is being interviewed on Monday according to a dm on Twitter from someone how usually knows.

Can’t be arsed with the abuse usually given for posting rumours but I’ll leave it out there anyway.
Something must have changed in the last few days


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[Hibeesmad]

Holden is being interviewed on Monday according to a dm on Twitter from someone how usually knows.

Can’t be arsed with the abuse usually given for posting rumours but I’ll leave it out there anyway.

Thought Appleton was pretty much done and dusted?

[jacomo]

His biggest weakness was man management. Terrible at it.


If man management is about getting the maximum possible performance out of a player then I’d disagree with you.

If it’s about being popular and liked then you are correct.

[The 90+2]

The Bristol City manager is qouted as saying he is aware of the interest but that Hibs had not been in contact. That was three days ago so could’ve changed. Bristol City are absolutely flying at the moment.

I’ve no idea. I asked if Appleton was to be unveiled Monday, was told Holden is being interviewed. Just passing on.

[Callum_62]

I’ve no idea. I asked if Appleton was to be unveiled Monday, was told Holden is being interviewed. Just passing on.

If Eddie May has been informed and went public with “that was his last game” i cant believe we would still have interviews to do

Doubt anyone would say “il take the job if they guy u interview next week is rubbish”

Someone must have agreed to take it i would have thought


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[The_Horde]

If man management is about getting the maximum possible performance out of a player then I’d disagree with you.

If it’s about being popular and liked then you are correct.

Yeah, he managed that well from about the cup final up until his eventual leaving date right enough.

[monktonharp]

I would tempt Kevin Thomson away from sevco as assistantstoap yer ticklin' jock

[The 90+2]

If Eddie May has been informed and went public with “that was his last game” i cant believe we would still have interviews to do

Doubt anyone would say “il take the job if they guy u interview next week is rubbish”

Someone must have agreed to take it i would have thought


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I would agree and I hope so, just passing on what was said to me.

[mca]

Apologies if mentioned elsewhere.. But Horgan Saying after the match - the new fella has The Week.. suggests to me an announcement is imminent

[ian cruise]

Yes, no one really questions Collins ability on fitness, nutrition and coaching....but to be the leader you need to be able to manage the men, lead and inspire....most people who know him don't give him high marks around those elements of a Head Coach's capabilities...




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That's why I'd quite like him as assistant, stuff like squad management, etc he doesn't have to deal with and there's a buffer who gets to manage Collins as much as he manages the squad. Collins had his flaws and I'm not sure he's done enough work on those to trust him as head coach but as part of a coaching team providing guidance on fitness and tactics I'd think he'd be an asset.

[Iain G]

That's why I'd quite like him as assistant, stuff like squad management, etc he doesn't have to deal with and there's a buffer who gets to manage Collins as much as he manages the squad. Collins had his flaws and I'm not sure he's done enough work on those to trust him as head coach but as part of a coaching team providing guidance on fitness and tactics I'd think he'd be an asset.

I do believe that finding him a role at Hibs couldn't fail to be of benefit to the club

[The 90+2]

I do believe that finding him a role at Hibs couldn't fail to be of benefit to the club

Youth coach. Teach them the right and wrongs and how to become a professional footballer. He’s never going to accept that though.

I would give Collins the head coach job back in a second if he now knows how to manage footballers. He’s was my hero growing up. I even liked when Celtic pumped the huns solely on him. Then followed Monaco and Everton. Sonny Anderson, what a player, only cause JC fed him every pass.

[DoubleDangerous]

I think of moment of reflection is in order.

We have one of the best squads in the league; aye it is unbalanced but with a nudge in the right direction we will be beating most. Most managers would murder for access to the likes of Flo and co.

I loved Lennon's era while it lasted, but I think most of us realised that he lost his spark after coingate. Who knows what actually happened behind closed doors but he seemed to lose the confidence/respect of a lot of players in the interim period.

With the benefit of hindsight, last season's success was built on his heavily reliance on 3 dynamic young Scotsmen in central mid, and everything else organically stemmed from that relationship. On the evidence of this season, it's blatantly obvious that his Hibs team was not well drilled. No1 really seemed to know their role, and without SJM and co, we don't have the talent to pull through.

I can't help but agree with the naysayers's chants that our fee paying signings haven't lived up to their billings, but all Flo, Stevie M and Horgan need is a bit of guidance and they will fly.

I don't know much about this new manager, but all we need is a influential footballing coach who can drill this team into playing a pleasing style of fitbaw. We have the raw potential to become a force.

LD knows what we demand of our team. The reason why we can all hold our heads high is that we always try to always play entertaining attacking stuff. The fact that everyone - outside of Celtic, and grudgingly Rangers - come to ER and time waste from the first minute is testimony to this. These muppets know their only way to beat even a wounded Hibs is gamesmanship.

The upper echelons of the club won't be appointing someone without a philosophy in line with our identity. So, I'm cautiously confident in LD.

Moan eh Hibs.

[The 90+2]

Top post mate the only thing I would argue against was our last HC lost his fight for us against them the end of last season. The rest is spot on including how well Lenny done.

[SeanWilson]

I think of moment of reflection is in order.

We have one of the best squads in the league; aye it is unbalanced but with a nudge in the right direction we will be beating most. Most managers would murder for access to the likes of Flo and co.

I loved Lennon's era while it lasted, but I think most of us realised that he lost his spark after coingate. Who knows what actually happened behind closed doors but he seemed to lose the confidence/respect of a lot of players in the interim period.

With the benefit of hindsight, last season's success was built on his heavily reliance on 3 dynamic young Scotsmen in central mid, and everything else organically stemmed from that relationship. On the evidence of this season, it's blatantly obvious that his Hibs team was not well drilled. No1 really seemed to know their role, and without SJM and co, we don't have the talent to pull through.

I can't help but agree with the naysayers's chants that our fee paying signings haven't lived up to their billings, but all Flo, Stevie M and Horgan need is a bit of guidance and they will fly.

I don't know much about this new manager, but all we need is a influential footballing coach who can drill this team into playing a pleasing style of fitbaw. We have the raw potential to become a force.

LD knows what we demand of our team. The reason why we can all hold our heads high is that we always try to always play entertaining attacking stuff. The fact that everyone - outside of Celtic, and grudgingly Rangers - come to ER and time waste from the first minute is testimony to this. These muppets know their only way to beat even a wounded Hibs is gamesmanship.

The upper echelons of the club won't be appointing someone without a philosophy in line with our identity. So, I'm cautiously confident in LD.

Moan eh Hibs.Our squad does not belong in the same sentence as the word best. Lightweight and disjointed would perhaps be better adjectives.

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[Unseen work]

Dean Holden with Jamie Mcallister as his assistant?

[Paisley Hibby]

I do believe that finding him a role at Hibs couldn't fail to be of benefit to the club

I agree, and the best role for Collins would be as a matchday host in hospitality. Loved him as a player. Has been useless as a coach everywhere he's been.

[SouthMoroccoStu]

I agree, and the best role for Collins would be as a matchday host in hospitality. Loved him as a player. Has been useless as a coach everywhere he's been.

The best role for Collins would be pre season training fitness coach

Get the team fit for the start of the season

[Hibbyradge]

The best role for Collins would be pre season training fitness coach

Get the team fit for the start of the season

I don't think his presence at ER or EM would be beneficial at all to Hibs.

There are loads of great fitness coaches out there so no need to bring Collins in.

He was a fine player, but he's extremely poor as a people manager.

I can't imagine he'd be particularly engaging as a hospitality host either.

[Dalianwanda]

I don't think his presence at ER or EM would be beneficial at all to Hibs.

There are loads of great fitness coaches out there so no need to bring Collins in.

He was a fine player, but he's extremely poor as a people manager.

I can't imagine he'd be particularly engaging as a hospitality host either.

Yup, if we want a coach thats great at fitness.....Get a proper fitness coach

[offshorehibby]

I'm sure Collins brought in his own French fitness coach for pre-season.

[Scooter]

Whoever is the main man. What about Boozy as assistant

[Green forever]

I'm sure Collins brought in his own French fitness coach for pre-season.

Roger Propos ??

[The 90+2]

Dean Holden with Jamie Mcallister as his assistant?

Spill.....

[Callum_62]

Dean Holden with Jamie Mcallister as his assistant?

Is that pure guess work?

Jamie Mac ex Hearts left back? Think he was at Bristol City at one point see (think i just seen him on the old playoff rerun final on sky the other day)


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[The 90+2]

Is that pure guess work?

Jamie Mac ex Hearts left back? Think he was at Bristol City at one point see (think i just seen him on the old playoff rerun final on sky the other day)


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Think he was at Bristol City for years. Would have played alongside Holden. Could be a good shout.

[MacGruber]

Dean Holden with Jamie Mcallister as his assistant?

No it has to be Appleton if for nothing else than the 'it's Appleton' thread saves face. Club backed into a corner now 😁

[madsen5]

I'm sure Collins brought in his own French fitness coach for pre-season.
Correct.:flag:

[The 90+2]

No it has to be Appleton if for nothing else than the 'it's Appleton' thread saves face. Club backed into a corner now 😁

Correct. You know where it’s at 👍

[The 90+2]

Correct.:flag:

Yeah he was at Fulham with Collins under Tigana I think. The players loved him.

[Iain G]

I don't think his presence at ER or EM would be beneficial at all to Hibs.

There are loads of great fitness coaches out there so no need to bring Collins in.

He was a fine player, but he's extremely poor as a people manager.

I can't imagine he'd be particularly engaging as a hospitality host either.

Where is that dislike button? :-)

[Speedway]

Interesting conversation with a Blackburn ST Holder today.

Key Points:

1. Appleton was the third Rovers manager to be sacked THAT season, with club legend Henning Berg not even lasting the 67 days that Appleton did.

2. No-one saw his sacking coming. Players liked him, fans liked him. Results weren't great but notable win against Arsenal in the cup.

3. When Appleton was sacked, whole club was cleared out including head of recruitment.

4. Appleton was headhunted from Blackpool and Portsmouth were unsaveable. He reckons you can only judge Appleton based on his time at Oxford

5. He reckons all the blame lay with the Venkys who were **** scared of relegation and doing anything to avoid it.

[bingo70]

Interesting conversation with a Blackburn ST Holder today.

Key Points:

1. Appleton was the third Rovers manager to be sacked THAT season, with club legend Henning Berg not even lasting the 67 days that Appleton did.

2. No-one saw his sacking coming. Players liked him, fans liked him. Results weren't great but notable win against Arsenal in the cup.

3. When Appleton was sacked, whole club was cleared out including head of recruitment.

4. Appleton was headhunted from Blackpool and Portsmouth were unsaveable. He reckons you can only judge Appleton based on his time at Oxford

5. He reckons all the blame lay with the Venkys who were **** scared of relegation and doing anything to avoid it.

Yeah that’s what I was taking from the research I did on him when we were linked with him. It was shortly after his Blackburn spell SAF got him to his office to tell him to stop taking stupid jobs with mad owners.

Judging Appleton by his wiki page isn’t a great idea as it’s not particularly impressive, dig a bit deeper and i think he’s potentially a very good appointment.

[The 90+2]

1/12 now.

[Hibees1973]

I agreed with Richard Gordon. Let’s we honest, he is right. Not inspired by Appleton, but give the guy a chance.

Ticks a couple of boxes though. Happy to be a yes man as part of the current structure and no compensation to pay to a current employer.

If this is the best that Dempster can come up with then I am concerned. You would think that after parting with Lennon the board would have someone in mind, but if it is Appleton obviously they have not. Also, we are not going to be relegated as we are way ahead of the bottom 3. If Appleton is the best available just not would it not have been beneficial to wait until a prime candidate became available.

It is crucial Appleton gets off to a good start as our support is sceptical just now the direction Dempster has taken us in. Season ticket sales and the summer transfer budget hinge on the next 5 games. Think with the players we have injured and the poor signings made it is a push for us to make top six. I would understand if this is beyond Appleton as he is obvious no miracle worker given his past. This makes a place in the Scottish Cup semi imperative for Hibs. We need to make up some revenue due to our poor league position. With the way we are playing must get Patrick Thistle at home. Anyone else I would not be confident.

According to some press articles Alex Ferguson has given the nod for Hibs to appoint Appleton. What utter bull. Fantasy stuff.

Dempster has done great to appoint Stubbs & Lennon and I give her immense credit for this. But Appleton, hmmmm.

[bingo70]

I agreed with Richard Gordon. Let’s we honest, he is right. Not inspired by Appleton, but give the guy a chance.

Ticks a couple of boxes though. Happy to be a yes man as part of the current structure and no compensation to pay to a current employer.

If this is the best that Dempster can come up with then I am concerned. You would think that after parting with Lennon the board would have someone in mind, but if it is Appleton obviously they have not. Also, we are not going to be relegated as we are way ahead of the bottom 3. If Appleton is the best available just not would it not have been beneficial to wait until a prime candidate became available.

It is crucial Appleton gets off to a good start as our support is sceptical just now the direction Dempster has taken us in. Season ticket sales and the summer transfer budget hinge on the next 5 games. Think with the players we have injured and the poor signings made it is a push for us to make top six. I would understand if this is beyond Appleton as he is obvious no miracle worker given his past. This makes a place in the Scottish Cup semi imperative for Hibs. We need to make up some revenue due to our poor league position. With the way we are playing must get Patrick Thistle at home. Anyone else I would not be confident.

According to some press articles Alex Ferguson has given the nod for Hibs to appoint Appleton. What utter bull. Fantasy stuff.

Dempster has done great to appoint Stubbs & Lennon and I give her immense credit for this. But Appleton, hmmmm.

Disagree with almost every word of that.

Beauty of Internet forums I suppose.

[ScottB]

What's an inspiring choice, and, outside of the Old Firm, who of the rest of us, has ever, made an 'inspiring' choice for manager?

I suppose the argument is that Lennon was such an appointment, possibly yeah, he was a big deal up here with Celtic, but, on the other hand, he was out of work after a nightmare with Bolton, so.

Was Mowbray an inspiring choice? Unknown from Ipswich. Stubbs? Youth coach from England. Hearts appointed Levein for the umpteenth time after a succession of random coaches being promoted. Hell it wasn't that long ago Rangers put Ally McCoist in charge, who saw that as an inspired capture? Was Richard Gordon moaning that the club had shown a lack of vision and ambition when they appointed him? Or when they left Graeme Murty in charge for awhile? I don't recall it. If Celtic eventually bring in Steve Clarke once they have a vacancy, I assume that will also be an appointment lacking the ambition now demanded? Just plucking a guy from a lowly league rival.


The media just seems intent on beating us with a stick, either for binning their mate, or simply for removing a controversial figure who will always be an easy subject for them to fill time with. Appleton has an interesting backstory, is no more or less 'inspiring' a choice than any of the other guys we've had recently, bar, apparently, Lennon, and, short of some other manager with Champions League experience who happened to be out of work and happened to live in Scotland deciding we were a good bet for some reputation rebuilding and chucking their hat in, I can't think any manager we, or indeed, any, of the non Old Firm clubs could ever appoint would meet this new criteria we're apparently going to be judged against.

[Hibernia&Alba]

What's an inspiring choice, and, outside of the Old Firm, who of the rest of us, has ever, made an 'inspiring' choice for manager?

I suppose the argument is that Lennon was such an appointment, possibly yeah, he was a big deal up here with Celtic, but, on the other hand, he was out of work after a nightmare with Bolton, so.

Was Mowbray an inspiring choice? Unknown from Ipswich. Stubbs? Youth coach from England. Hearts appointed Levein for the umpteenth time after a succession of random coaches being promoted. Hell it wasn't that long ago Rangers put Ally McCoist in charge, who saw that as an inspired capture? Was Richard Gordon moaning that the club had shown a lack of vision and ambition when they appointed him? Or when they left Graeme Murty in charge for awhile? I don't recall it. If Celtic eventually bring in Steve Clarke once they have a vacancy, I assume that will also be an appointment lacking the ambition now demanded? Just plucking a guy from a lowly league rival.


The media just seems intent on beating us with a stick, either for binning their mate, or simply for removing a controversial figure who will always be an easy subject for them to fill time with. Appleton has an interesting backstory, is no more or less 'inspiring' a choice than any of the other guys we've had recently, bar, apparently, Lennon, and, short of some other manager with Champions League experience who happened to be out of work and happened to live in Scotland deciding we were a good bet for some reputation rebuilding and chucking their hat in, I can't think any manager we, or indeed, any, of the non Old Firm clubs could ever appoint would meet this new criteria we're apparently going to be judged against.

Pish. If it isn't Mourinho, I'm returning my season ticket :timebomb:

[CallumLaidlaw]

I agreed with Richard Gordon. Let’s we honest, he is right. Not inspired by Appleton, but give the guy a chance.

Ticks a couple of boxes though. Happy to be a yes man as part of the current structure and no compensation to pay to a current employer.

If this is the best that Dempster can come up with then I am concerned. You would think that after parting with Lennon the board would have someone in mind, but if it is Appleton obviously they have not. Also, we are not going to be relegated as we are way ahead of the bottom 3. If Appleton is the best available just not would it not have been beneficial to wait until a prime candidate became available.

It is crucial Appleton gets off to a good start as our support is sceptical just now the direction Dempster has taken us in. Season ticket sales and the summer transfer budget hinge on the next 5 games. Think with the players we have injured and the poor signings made it is a push for us to make top six. I would understand if this is beyond Appleton as he is obvious no miracle worker given his past. This makes a place in the Scottish Cup semi imperative for Hibs. We need to make up some revenue due to our poor league position. With the way we are playing must get Patrick Thistle at home. Anyone else I would not be confident.

According to some press articles Alex Ferguson has given the nod for Hibs to appoint Appleton. What utter bull. Fantasy stuff.

Dempster has done great to appoint Stubbs & Lennon and I give her immense credit for this. But Appleton, hmmmm.

You say LD done well to appoint stubbs. Surely on paper, a highly regarded coach with managerial experience including promotion and good cup runs is a better choice on paper than a reserve team manager?


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[brianmc]

Pish. If it isn't Mourinho, I'm returning my season ticket :timebomb:

If it IS Mourihno I'm returning mine!!

[brog]

If Eddie May has been informed and went public with “that was his last game” i cant believe we would still have interviews to do

Doubt anyone would say “il take the job if they guy u interview next week is rubbish”

Someone must have agreed to take it i would have thought


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Eddie also said he expected an appointment on Tuesday or Wednesday. Maybe he knew there was 1 more interview planned for Monday.

[Hibernia&Alba]

If it IS Mourihno I'm returning mine!!

:tee hee:

[Hibee87]

I agreed with Richard Gordon. Let’s we honest, he is right. Not inspired by Appleton, but give the guy a chance.

Ticks a couple of boxes though. Happy to be a yes man as part of the current structure and no compensation to pay to a current employer.

If this is the best that Dempster can come up with then I am concerned. You would think that after parting with Lennon the board would have someone in mind, but if it is Appleton obviously they have not. Also, we are not going to be relegated as we are way ahead of the bottom 3. If Appleton is the best available just not would it not have been beneficial to wait until a prime candidate became available.

It is crucial Appleton gets off to a good start as our support is sceptical just now the direction Dempster has taken us in. Season ticket sales and the summer transfer budget hinge on the next 5 games. Think with the players we have injured and the poor signings made it is a push for us to make top six. I would understand if this is beyond Appleton as he is obvious no miracle worker given his past. This makes a place in the Scottish Cup semi imperative for Hibs. We need to make up some revenue due to our poor league position. With the way we are playing must get Patrick Thistle at home. Anyone else I would not be confident.

According to some press articles Alex Ferguson has given the nod for Hibs to appoint Appleton. What utter bull. Fantasy stuff.

Dempster has done great to appoint Stubbs & Lennon and I give her immense credit for this. But Appleton, hmmmm.

Taking your last sentence, what was so great about Dempster appointing Stubbs at the time? He had less management experience than Appleton.
Realistically, who would you have wanted in, and I mean in a realistic sense?

[Jim44]

I agreed with Richard Gordon. Let’s we honest, he is right. Not inspired by Appleton, but give the guy a chance.

Ticks a couple of boxes though. Happy to be a yes man as part of the current structure and no compensation to pay to a current employer.

If this is the best that Dempster can come up with then I am concerned. You would think that after parting with Lennon the board would have someone in mind, but if it is Appleton obviously they have not. Also, we are not going to be relegated as we are way ahead of the bottom 3. If Appleton is the best available just not would it not have been beneficial to wait until a prime candidate became available.

It is crucial Appleton gets off to a good start as our support is sceptical just now the direction Dempster has taken us in. Season ticket sales and the summer transfer budget hinge on the next 5 games. Think with the players we have injured and the poor signings made it is a push for us to make top six. I would understand if this is beyond Appleton as he is obvious no miracle worker given his past. This makes a place in the Scottish Cup semi imperative for Hibs. We need to make up some revenue due to our poor league position. With the way we are playing must get Patrick Thistle at home. Anyone else I would not be confident.

According to some press articles Alex Ferguson has given the nod for Hibs to appoint Appleton. What utter bull. Fantasy stuff.

Dempster has done great to appoint Stubbs & Lennon and I give her immense credit for this. But Appleton, hmmmm.

Where does the ‘yes man’ description come from?

[mcfly]

I agreed with Richard Gordon. Let’s we honest, he is right. Not inspired by Appleton, but give the guy a chance.

Ticks a couple of boxes though. Happy to be a yes man as part of the current structure and no compensation to pay to a current employer.

If this is the best that Dempster can come up with then I am concerned. You would think that after parting with Lennon the board would have someone in mind, but if it is Appleton obviously they have not. Also, we are not going to be relegated as we are way ahead of the bottom 3. If Appleton is the best available just not would it not have been beneficial to wait until a prime candidate became available.

It is crucial Appleton gets off to a good start as our support is sceptical just now the direction Dempster has taken us in. Season ticket sales and the summer transfer budget hinge on the next 5 games. Think with the players we have injured and the poor signings made it is a push for us to make top six. I would understand if this is beyond Appleton as he is obvious no miracle worker given his past. This makes a place in the Scottish Cup semi imperative for Hibs. We need to make up some revenue due to our poor league position. With the way we are playing must get Patrick Thistle at home. Anyone else I would not be confident.

According to some press articles Alex Ferguson has given the nod for Hibs to appoint Appleton. What utter bull. Fantasy stuff.

Dempster has done great to appoint Stubbs & Lennon and I give her immense credit for this. But Appleton, hmmmm.

Wow why not give the guy a chance.

[Jones28]

I agreed with Richard Gordon. Let’s we honest, he is right. Not inspired by Appleton, but give the guy a chance.

Ticks a couple of boxes though. Happy to be a yes man as part of the current structure and no compensation to pay to a current employer.

If this is the best that Dempster can come up with then I am concerned. You would think that after parting with Lennon the board would have someone in mind, but if it is Appleton obviously they have not. Also, we are not going to be relegated as we are way ahead of the bottom 3. If Appleton is the best available just not would it not have been beneficial to wait until a prime candidate became available.

It is crucial Appleton gets off to a good start as our support is sceptical just now the direction Dempster has taken us in. Season ticket sales and the summer transfer budget hinge on the next 5 games. Think with the players we have injured and the poor signings made it is a push for us to make top six. I would understand if this is beyond Appleton as he is obvious no miracle worker given his past. This makes a place in the Scottish Cup semi imperative for Hibs. We need to make up some revenue due to our poor league position. With the way we are playing must get Patrick Thistle at home. Anyone else I would not be confident.

According to some press articles Alex Ferguson has given the nod for Hibs to appoint Appleton. What utter bull. Fantasy stuff.

Dempster has done great to appoint Stubbs & Lennon and I give her immense credit for this. But Appleton, hmmmm.

So hang him out to dry as a yes man and not a serious candidate?

Hang LD out too as her last two appointments only got us promotion and the Scottish cup?

What a load of a *****.

[Callum_62]

Any snippets of what to expect next week?

With May confirming he wont be in charge against Hamilton we must’ve agreed something in principle with someone....


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[Hibbyradge]

Any snippets of what to expect next week?

With May confirming he wont be in charge against Hamilton we must’ve agreed something in principle with someone....


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Owen Coyle was at a funeral in Ireland at the weekend so his interview is tomorrow.

[Callum_62]

Owen Coyle was at a funeral in Ireland at the weekend so his interview is tomorrow.

Perfect [emoji1303]

Im sure our first choice is delighted to hang around and see what happens wi big Owenly Coyley


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[Hibbyradge]

Perfect [emoji1303]

Im sure our first choice is delighted to hang around and see what happens wi big Owenly Coyley


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Info on the PM board :agree:

[Callum_62]

Info on the PM board :agree:

Worth the £10 fee alone.


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[J-C]

Any snippets of what to expect next week?

With May confirming he wont be in charge against Hamilton we must’ve agreed something in principle with someone....


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They'll have a very short list by now, it'll be between 2-3 and it'll just be a case of choosing the right one and offering him the job, Leeann has probably explained that to May and told him they expect an announcement by the beginning of the week.

[SMAXXA]

Info on the PM board :agree:

Is it good exciting Info 😄

[Hibbyradge]

Is it good exciting Info 😄

Owen Coyle always excites me.

[Leith Green]

Owen Coyle was at a funeral in Ireland at the weekend so his interview is tomorrow.


Really hoping we dont go for Owen Coyle, dont fancy him at all..

[04Sauzee]

Really hoping we dont go for Owen Coyle, dont fancy him at all..

Don't think we will be

[SMAXXA]

Owen Coyle always excites me.

Excited me too to see him elsewhere than Hibs 😉

[IberianHibernian]

Really hoping we dont go for Owen Coyle, dont fancy him at all..

Why not ? I`m sure he`ll know a lot more about our league and history than most if not all of the other candidates mentioned . And had some success as a manager just like others . If he was prepared to take job till summer with chance of continuing longer if things went well I`d certainly prefer him to other names mentioned .

[Leith Green]

Why not ? I`m sure he`ll know a lot more about our league and history than most if not all of the other candidates mentioned . And had some success as a manager just like others . If he was prepared to take job till summer with chance of continuing longer if things went well I`d certainly prefer him to other names mentioned .


Ive just never really taken to the guy. Always thought of him as a slaver...

[JimboHibs]

Ive just never really taken to the guy. Always thought of him as a slaver...

You must dislike around 90% of the posters on here then 😁

[SMAXXA]

I don’t get this guys taking the job till the end of the season we need stability and planning now, a new man has to start having discussions with players for next year now not the end of the season. We would just effectively be wasting a few months imo

[04Sauzee]

I don’t get this guys taking the job till the end of the season we need stability and planning now, a new man has to start having discussions with players for next year now not the end of the season. We would just effectively be wasting a few months imo

Have to agree, no point in someone coming in trying to get their ideas across and then doing the same in 4 months time

[Danderhall Hibs]

If Eddie May has been informed and went public with “that was his last game” i cant believe we would still have interviews to do

Doubt anyone would say “il take the job if they guy u interview next week is rubbish”

Someone must have agreed to take it i would have thought


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That’s not how recruitment works though. He’ll have been interviewed and be waiting to hear from us while we continue interviews. We’ll know when the last interview is and when the offer will be made so can say the new guy will be in place next week.

[Callum_62]

That’s not how recruitment works though. He’ll have been interviewed and be waiting to hear from us while we continue interviews. We’ll know when the last interview is and when the offer will be made so can say the new guy will be in place next week.

Cant see it. Offers and start dates generally aren’t the same day/next day

New guy would realistically have to be in Tues/Weds to be in the dugout for Sat


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[SuperSirJMcginn]

Cant see it. Offers and start dates generally aren’t the same day/next day

New guy would realistically have to be in Tues/Weds to be in the dugout for Sat


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If we do the interview and have to think about it , then he’s not the man we want . Surely we should offer it straight away? Dempster needs to get this right !

[Danderhall Hibs]

Cant see it. Offers and start dates generally aren’t the same day/next day

New guy would realistically have to be in Tues/Weds to be in the dugout for Sat


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I’ve been offered more then one job the same day or the day after an interview.

[Hibbyradge]

I’ve been offered more then one job the same day or the day after an interview.

How many interviews do you go to on the same day?

[Callum_62]

I’ve been offered more then one job the same day or the day after an interview.

Same but ive never heard them say “can you start, like right now?”

[emoji23]


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[esjorto]

Don't think we will be

Hope you are right.:agree:

[eastmainsmsh]

What a nightmare if ever coyle was appointed

[California-Hibs]

Sky Sports News: Michael Appleton to be appointed Hibernian manager within the next 48 hours

[Hibbyradge]

Sky Sports News: Michael Appleton to be appointed Hibernian manager within the next 48 hours

https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11792/11634191/hibernian-set-to-appoint-michael-appleton-as-new-head-coach

[Danderhall Hibs]

Same but ive never heard them say “can you start, like right now?”

[emoji23]


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They’ll have said thanks for your time, we’ve still got a couple of more people to see but we’re looking for you to start on “x”. Can you do that?

Given that he’s out of work at the moment (and it’s football where notice periods don’t really apply anyway) I’m sure it’ll be possible.

[Beefster]

Sky Sports News: Michael Appleton to be appointed Hibernian manager within the next 48 hours

Whoever is being interviewed today is going to be a bit pissed.

[Just Jimmy]

Whoever is being interviewed today is going to be a bit pissed.may be he's named staff or an assistant and the club have said ok but we'd like to interview them also.

maybe that's who is being interviewed today. failing that maybe no one is and it's a myth...

or may be a decision isn't made yet.

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[greenpaper55]

Whoever is being interviewed today is going to be a bit pissed.

Could be an assistantships interview, the club will want to make sure they have the correct man for the new manager.

[madhatter]

No way are the club doing interviews for the head coach position today while May is going around saying he will be announced early this week. Club would look silly saying “that’s your last game Eddie” to then not have someone already signed up. Imagine the person had second thoughts or signed for another club...

[California-Hibs]

No way are the club doing interviews for the head coach position today while May is going around saying he will be announced early this week. Club would look silly saying “that’s your last game Eddie” to then not have someone already signed up. Imagine the person had second thoughts or signed for another club...

Spot on

[FilipinoHibs]

Cant see it. Offers and start dates generally aren’t the same day/next day

New guy would realistically have to be in Tues/Weds to be in the dugout for Sat


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You don't have a job you can start right now.

[Billy Whizz]

You don't have a job you can start right now.

I think he’s still under contract at Leicester, even though he’s not working for them

[NadeAteMyLunch!]

Perhaps we’re planning to do a Hearts. After weeks of interviewing candidates, Leeann will realise that she is actually the best candidate and just give it to herself [emoji2373]

[Colin191078]

Never seen betting like this before, Appleton 1/5 from 1/20
Heckingbottom 3/1 from 33’s in the last hour

[04Sauzee]

Michael Appleton has been 1/20 all-day and now only 1/5 Heckingbottom went out to around 20-25/1 but has moved very quickly to 5/1

[04Sauzee]

Never seen betting like this before, Appleton 1/5 from 1/20
Heckingbottom 3/1 from 33’s in the last hour

Just seen and posted similar

[bingo70]

Never seen betting like this before, Appleton 1/5 from 1/20
Heckingbottom 3/1 from 33’s in the last hour

They’ll be trying to get people to have a last throw of the dice and chuck a few quid on it in the hope the punters will think the bookies know something.

[CapitalGreen]

Michael Appleton has been 1/20 all-day and now only 1/5 Heckingbottom went out to around 20-25/1 but has moved very quickly to 5/1

Heckingbottom and Appleton share an agent/publicist. Said agent is liking tweets about Hibs appointing Appleton and nothing about Heckingbottom. That suggests to me MA is definitely our new man.

[Colin191078]

That’s a lot of dough getting placed to go from 33’s to 3/1

[CapitalGreen]

That’s a lot of dough getting placed to go from 33’s to 3/1

Depends on the volume of the market, which in this case will be pretty small.

[Joe6-2]

They’ll be trying to get people to have a last throw of the dice and chuck a few quid on it in the hope the punters will think the bookies know something.

Hope so, much rather have Appleton

[Ronniekirk]

So who was being interviewed today or was that a Red Herring and any meeting today was further talks with Appleton to get deal over the line and contract agreed and who his assisstant who be

[Borderhibbie76]

Hope so, much rather have AppletonYeah me too...

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[BoomtownHibees]

That’s a lot of dough getting placed to go from 33’s to 3/1

Na prob somebody put a fiver on

[Colin191078]

Sky sports have dropped the story about Appleton being appointed in next 48 hrs

[Speedway]

Appleton with Heckingbottom as assistant or the reverse?

[04Sauzee]

Appleton with Heckingbottom as assistant or the reverse?

Woukd be loads of talent there, expensive talent. Could it work?

[SMAXXA]

Woukd be loads of talent there, expensive talent. Could it work?

There’s no chance of that

[Heisenberg]

Sky sports have dropped the story about Appleton being appointed in next 48 hrs

You heard anything else about Heckingbottom or how he did with his interview?

[Speedway]

What odds is Mick McCarthy currently?

[LustForLeith]

Patrick Klivert commentating at the Wolves game today.

Is he managing a club?

[Tobias Funke]

Sky sports have dropped the story about Appleton being appointed in next 48 hrs

Nope, still there.

[04Sauzee]

What odds is Mick McCarthy currently?

Don't

[Speedway]

Don't

https://thumbs.gfycat.com/GranularCautiousAcornbarnacle-small.gif

[Speedway]

Nope, still there.

Not at the link provided by google.

[Hibeesmad]

Appleton now 2/5 and Heckingbottom 7/4 with Sky Bet

EDIT: Appleton now 4/7 and Heckingbottom 5/4

[KWJ]

Appleton now 2/5 and Heckingbottom 7/4 with Sky Bet

EDIT: Appleton now 4/7 and Heckingbottom 5/4

Not liking this :/

[Waxy]

At this rate it might not even be Applebottom.

[Hibbyradge]

At this rate it might not even be Applebottom.

Oh Heck.

[BoomtownHibees]

The Sun reporting a last minute hitch with Appleton’s contract

[eastmainsmsh]

Unbelievable Jeff

[Heisenberg]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/3867163/hibs-talks-michael-appleton-last-minute-hitch/

Not a done deal yet....

[Lancs Harp]

Leeann having dinner with Roy Race tonight. FACTAMONDO

[Hibeesmad]

Interesting from the bookies. If they were reducing PH’s odds to encourage people to lump a bit more on him that’s understandable but to also take Appleton to 4/7 from 1/10 is also putting them in a situation of losing a lot more money. Maybe something is going on 🤔

[BoomtownHibees]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/3867163/hibs-talks-michael-appleton-last-minute-hitch/

Not a done deal yet....

Told him that the wage on offer was for him and his assistant 😉

[Iain G]

Told him that the wage on offer was for him and his assistant 😉

"Sorry Michael we can only offer you one bag of sweeties..."

[Hibbyradge]

The Sun reporting a last minute hitch with Appleton’s contract

Is that because he's still on Leicester's books?

[Waxy]

Stubbsy.......Stubbsy..........

[#2 Double Tap]

Stubbsy.......Stubbsy..........

:flag:

[Colin191078]

No half becoming a ****in shambles this

[BoomtownHibees]

Is that because he's still on Leicester's books?

Don’t know if that would be a “hitch” or not. Unless he’s trying to get a pay off from them and that’s the hold up.

Just find it interesting this happens at the same time as the odds. Appleton 4/7, Heckingbottom 5/4. I know the market is pretty small but that’s a big swing from last night

[Speedway]

No half becoming a ****in shambles this

'becoming'?

[Nicho87]

Get Stubbs is now and stop messing about.

[Michael]

'becoming'?

Even if it took another week then it's still a pretty swift appointment.

[Callum_62]

Even if it took another week then it's still a pretty swift appointment.

no when your current interim manager has announced his last game was 2 days ago.... :rolleyes:

[Carheenlea]

A last minute hitch but they don`t say what the hitch is. The media are just getting as impatient as us awaiting the confirmation, and they`ll not be getting anything out of Easter Road to report.

[bigwheel]

Can't believe some people are reacting to a story in the Sun newspaper [emoji102]


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[Speedway]

The Scotsman still think it’s happenong tomorrow

[Jim44]

Appleton, 43, is excited about a move to the Scottish Premiership.

But it’s understood talks have hit a snag over one aspect of his contract.

It means Hibs’ plan to unveil the ex-Oxford, Blackburn, Blackpool and Portsmouth boss within the next 24 hours is likely to be put on hold.

So unfortunately they’ve hit a snag. But how does the Sun ( :sick: ) know so much? Sheer guesswork or some tit employed by Hibs is spilling beans and letting the side down.

[Stuart93]

Can't believe some people are reacting to a story in the Sun newspaper [emoji102]


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Shock and surprised the MSM are running yet another negative hibs headline YAWN

[Tobias Funke]

Can't believe some people are reacting to a story in the Sun newspaper [emoji102]


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Feels like the weegie press trying to stick a final boot in before we get some stability.

[Callum_62]

Is it just me or has John Collins been popping up on Twitter etc much more recently....? :shhhsh!:

[Silky]

Maybe the snag is that he's been asked to play Stevie Mallan every week!!!

[Stuart93]

Is it just me or has John Collins been popping up on Twitter etc much more recently....? :shhhsh!:

MA & JC dream team 😍

[IberianHibernian]

If press reports are true Dempster and Craig have decided to go for an English manager with no experience of Scottish league whether MA or others mentioned here . Will these candidates turn down offers from English clubs even from non - national league clubs especially if getting flak if we lose in cup and don't make top 6 ?

[Callum_62]

If press reports are true Dempster and Craig have decided to go for an English manager with no experience of Scottish league whether MA or others mentioned here . Will these candidates turn down offers from English clubs even from non - national league clubs especially if getting flak if we lose in cup and don't make top 6 ?

yes, I think they would

[Hibeesmad]

If press reports are true Dempster and Craig have decided to go for an English manager with no experience of Scottish league whether MA or others mentioned here . Will these candidates turn down offers from English clubs even from non - national league clubs especially if getting flak if we lose in cup and don't make top 6 ?

We are a bigger club than a lot of teams in the lower leagues down south. Oppurtunity of playing in Europe and up against the old firm with Gerrard and Rodgers will be something that will interest a lot of managers.

I would be a bit surprised and disappointed if a manager doing well ever left us for any team from League 1 to League 2 of England.

[SMAXXA]

yes, I think they would

Agree, don’t underestimate the opportunity the Hibs job gives to people like those quoted. We are an atracrive club to manage and the spfl is at its highest calibre for years. The chance of success, Europe’s football as a carrot etx and its only a few hours from home not the other side of the world. Feels like folk think we are a dud and would be lucky to get someone in.

[SMAXXA]

We are a bigger club than a lot of teams in the lower leagues down south. Oppurtunity of playing in Europe and up against the old firm with Gerrard and Rodgers will be something that will interest a lot of managers.

I would be a bit surprised and disappointed if a manager doing well ever left us for any team from League 1 to League 2 of England.

Just posted similar totally agree

[tamig]

If press reports are true Dempster and Craig have decided to go for an English manager with no experience of Scottish league whether MA or others mentioned here . Will these candidates turn down offers from English clubs even from non - national league clubs especially if getting flak if we lose in cup and don't make top 6 ?
If that was the case it wouldn’t say much for the new man’s personal attributes. Appleton doesn’t strike me as a bottler fortunately.

[Austinho]

Have we got a nickname or a song for him yet? The Oxford fans were calling him Mapp on their forum, but it’s currently only 12/1 at the bookies. Appy is 6/4 probably based on the inventive Stubbsy and Lenny before him. The Beast is evens. Personally feel ‘MA’ is a bit bland- clearly ‘MMA’ would hold far more relevance.

[monktonharp]

Interesting from the bookies. If they were reducing PH’s odds to encourage people to lump a bit more on him that’s understandable but to also take Appleton to 4/7 from 1/10 is also putting them in a situation of losing a lot more money. Maybe something is going on 🤔 Doolan, coming up on the inside rail. dark horse despite the equine flu :wink:

[The 90+2]

Great time to put more ££ on him tbh.

[Hibbyradge]

Great time to put more ££ on him tbh.

You've not backed Doolan as well as Heckingbottom and Appleton have you? :confused:

[mcfly]

We are taking too long now.
New manager should have been in charge by now

Critical point of season - we have to start winning games.

No wonder crowds are reducing - fans are being kept in the dark. It’s nearly 3 weeks since Neil Lennon left.

poor stuff by hibs

[Callum_62]

We are taking too long now.
New manager should have been in charge by now

Critical point of season - we have to start winning games.

No wonder crowds are reducing - fans are being kept in the dark. It’s nearly 3 weeks since Neil Lennon left.

poor stuff by hibs

No its not - 30/01 to now is no where near 3 weeks


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[CapitalGreen]

We are taking too long now.
New manager should have been in charge by now

Critical point of season - we have to start winning games.

No wonder crowds are reducing - fans are being kept in the dark. It’s nearly 3 weeks since Neil Lennon left.

poor stuff by hibs

It's not even been 2 weeks yet since Lennon left.

[Hibbyradge]

No its not - 30/01 to now is no where near 3 weeks


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The job wasn't available until 1 Feb. Lennon was in post until then.

[Callum_62]

The job wasn't available until 1 Feb. Lennon was in post until then.

Hibs statement of his departure on the official site was dated 30/01

Either way its no where near 3 weeks


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[Hibbyradge]

Hibs statement of his departure on the official site was dated 30/01

Either way its no where near 3 weeks


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:aok:

[bingo70]

The job wasn't available until 1 Feb. Lennon was in post until then.

I think it’s fair to assume we’d have known he was going from the date he was suspended and the process of identifying his replacement would have started then.

If something has come up at the last minute to suggest he’s not the right man for the job anymore then he shouldn’t get the job, as embarrassing as that may be, it would be foolish to persevere with the appointment to save face.

What will be will be..

[mcfly]

No its not - 30/01 to now is no where near 3 weeks


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Whatever but it’s taking too long - it needs sorted

[Callum_62]

Whatever but it’s taking too long - it needs sorted

How long do managerial appointments usually take?


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[04Sauzee]

How long do managerial appointments usually take?


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Depends on the club I guess?
Hamilton didn't take long to appoint their new manager.
Don't know how long St Mirren took after Stubbs left.

Personally quite happy that Hibs are taking as long as they neeed.

My only problem being May has said he won't be in the dugout on Saturday so I'd expect a new guy in by Wednesday if that was the case.

[Tobias Funke]

Whatever but it’s taking too long - it needs sorted

If it happens today or tomorrow then Hibs haven't taken any longer than they normally do to make an appointment. However if for any reason we don't have someone before Saturday then I'll side with you, not acceptable.

[HappyAsHellas]

If it takes another week, it takes another week - so what? I've been following Hibs for over 50 years and don't think my love for them will diminish anytime soon. Relax people, all is rosy in the garden, I mean, imagine being a jambo!.

[Callum_62]

My only problem being May has said he won't be in the dugout on Saturday so I'd expect a new guy in by Wednesday if that was the case.

Same and if it doesn’t happen its shambolic


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[Callum_62]

If it takes another week, it takes another week - so what? I've been following Hibs for over 50 years and don't think my love for them will diminish anytime soon. Relax people, all is rosy in the garden, I mean, imagine being a jambo!.

Our interim manager coming out and stating it was his last game would make us look very very foolish


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[ancient hibee]

Our interim manager coming out and stating it was his last game would make us look very very foolish


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No it wouldn't.

[Callum_62]

No it wouldn't.

In what way wouldnt it?

It would look like we are an absolute shambles behind the scenes and frankly, if that happens, then we are


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[BoomtownHibees]

Appleton now back in to 1/2 favourite

[poolman]

Whatever but it’s taking too long - it needs sorted

Aye, let's just take a couple of days and get the first applicant appointed 🙄

[SquashedFrogg]

In what way wouldnt it?

It would look like we are an absolute shambles behind the scenes and frankly, if that happens, then we are


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Perhaps for the panic merchants it might. Most people recognise that sometimes things can change at the last minute. Not ideal but things happen without prior notice.

So just so I'm clear. If a late contractual issue stalls progress of a deal, we are a 'shambles'?

[CapitalGreen]

In what way wouldnt it?

It would look like we are an absolute shambles behind the scenes and frankly, if that happens, then we are


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And if any delay was all down to Appleton, in what way would that suggest a shambles behind the scenes?

[Callum_62]

Perhaps for the panic merchants it might. Most people recognise that sometimes things can change at the last minute. Not ideal but things happen without prior notice.

So just so I'm clear. If a late contractual issue stalls progress of a deal, we are a 'shambles'?

The fact we have publicised that our interim manager is being replaced for the next game and it doenst happen the yes, we are a shambles
If there were stuff still needing tied up Eddie May should’ve kept quiet

The perception of the public will rightly be that our left hand doesn’t know what the right is doing


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[Callum_62]

And if any delay was all down to Appleton, in what way would that suggest a shambles behind the scenes?

We shouldnt have been publicising anything until it was done

Doesnt matter who the delay lies with - it will always reflect poorly on the club


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[GloryGlory]

The fact we have publicised that our interim manager is being replaced for the next game and it doenst happen the yes, we are a shambles
If there were stuff still needing tied up Eddie May should’ve kept quiet

The perception of the public will rightly be that our left hand doesn’t know what the right is doing


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"We" didn't publicise it. The interim manager let it slip in a press conference.

[GloryGlory]

We should have been publicising anything until it was done

Doesnt matter who the delay lies with - it will always reflect poorly on the club


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Don't tell that to the "I demand a statement" brigade. :greengrin

[Hibbyradge]

I think it’s fair to assume we’d have known he was going from the date he was suspended and the process of identifying his replacement would have started then.

If something has come up at the last minute to suggest he’s not the right man for the job anymore then he shouldn’t get the job, as embarrassing as that may be, it would be foolish to persevere with the appointment to save face.

What will be will be..

I doubt they'd have started any recruitment process until the outcome of the internal investigation had been completed.

In order to attract applications from anyone but the most vulturous if individuals, there would have to be a vacancy announcement.

Also, constructive dismissal is always on the horizon if procedures aren't followed properly.

[Callum_62]

"We" didn't publicise it. The interim manager let it slip in a press conference.

Crikey so an employee of the club publicised it after being told before the game he is being replaced




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[GloryGlory]

Crikey so an employee of the club publicised it after being told before the game he is being replaced




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Is there an echo in here? :greengrin

[Callum_62]

Is there an echo in here? :greengrin

What list of employees do you think has the right to publicise things

Not the manager I presume? [emoji23][emoji23]


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[Speedway]

Mick McCarthy still not quoted interestingly.

[GloryGlory]

What list of employees do you think has the right to publicise things

Not the manager I presume? [emoji23][emoji23]


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"The fact we have publicised that our interim manager is being replaced"

As I said, the interim manager mentioned his leaving the role at a news conference. It was him who choose to say it. "We" have not issued any statement saying the interim manager is being replaced, which is the implication is your words, making the interim manager a passive part of the process and not the instigator.

[darwenhibby]

I just wish they would get it sorted one way or another 🙄

[ian cruise]

The fact we have publicised that our interim manager is being replaced for the next game and it doenst happen the yes, we are a shambles
If there were stuff still needing tied up Eddie May should’ve kept quiet

The perception of the public will rightly be that our left hand doesn’t know what the right is doing


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Maybe Eddie's got plans next Saturday, like a day with the Mrs at the Gyle or a wee trip to Crammond Beach with the family that he couldn't rearrange and that's why he was so sure he wouldn't be in the dug out? Or maybe there's still plenty time to bring the new man in and have I him in the dug out for the weekend, just maybe....

[w pilton hibby]

This thread is as exciting (and as factual) as discussions about 'how many angels can dance on the head of a pin'!

[04Sauzee]

Mick McCarthy still not quoted interestingly.

Stop it

[Speedway]

This thread is as exciting (and as factual) as discussions about 'how many angels can dance on the head of a pin'!

4.

[Geo_1875]

This thread is as exciting (and as factual) as discussions about 'how many angels can dance on the head of a pin'!


4.

It's actually none and it's all Petrie's fault.

[HibeesLittleHel]

Is it just me or the media having a field day at our expense? **** ‘em all. When we’re reay to announce something we’ll let you know.
End of nessage.

[Geo_1875]

Is it just me or the media having a field day at our expense? **** ‘em all. When we’re reay to announce something we’ll let you know.
End of nessage.

The media are always frustrated that Hibs go about their business in private without "high profile" mouthpieces discussing their every move. They are reduced to creating their own stories.

[Lago]

Is it just me or the media having a field day at our expense? **** ‘em all. When we’re reay to announce something we’ll let you know.
End of nessage.
They are having a field day because Hibs have been a little lacking in professionalism in the PR department. Silence is not always golden.

[Speedway]

They are having a field day because Hibs have been a little lacking in professionalism in the PR department. Silence is not always golden.

And that’s a bit that I don’t get. Kenny’s In there now. I thought we’d be on a charm offensive with him directing the way.

[Argylehibby]

They are having a field day because Hibs have been a little lacking in professionalism in the PR department. Silence is not always golden.

So what should they be saying? Others on here saying nothing should be said until its tied up others wanting PR to be professional and tell us something. We announce "we are close to appointing our next manager" followed soon after by "oh wait he's got a better offer from down south and doesn't need to uproot his family so we are looking to appoint our second choice now, should be tied up tomorrow" then "Seems he didn't fancy everyone knowing he was 2nd choice but 3rd choice is pretty good too".

That (IMHO) would be the shambles or the unprofessional way to handle it rather than keeping quiet until it was done and dusted.

[My_Wife_Camille]

Guys can we cut out the nonsense and petty digs please? Some of us rely on these threads for our information and don't want to wade through pages of drivel to find it

[Lago]

So what should they be saying? Others on here saying nothing should be said until its tied up others wanting PR to be professional and tell us something. We announce "we are close to appointing our next manager" followed soon after by "oh wait he's got a better offer from down south and doesn't need to uproot his family so we are looking to appoint our second choice now, should be tied up tomorrow" then "Seems he didn't fancy everyone knowing he was 2nd choice but 3rd choice is pretty good too".

That (IMHO) would be the shambles or the unprofessional way to handle it rather than keeping quiet until it was done and dusted.
Too late to be saying anything, Hibs have lost control of the situation, once they allowed Appleton to be seen as the favourite in the press, the PR department should have become quietly involved. As I said silence is not always golden.

[The 90+2]

Appleton back in to 1/8 for the job.

[Tobias Funke]

Guys can we cut out the nonsense and petty digs please? Some of us rely on these threads for our information and don't want to wade through pages of drivel to find it

Our resident Jambo troll, My_Wife_Colquhoun telling us what we should and shouldn't do. :rolleyes:

[Rumble de Thump]

Too late to be saying anything, Hibs have lost control of the situation, once they allowed Appleton to be seen as the favourite in the press, the PR department should have become quietly involved. As I said silence is not always golden.

Hibs have always been in control of the situation.

[My_Wife_Camille]

Our resident Jambo troll, My_Wife_Colquhoun telling us what we should and shouldn't do. :rolleyes:
Well done, you've joined the ever growing number of roasters on my ignore list :rolleyes: