Summer 2019 transfer thread

[blackpoolhibs]

You play him a good few times and if he's not delivering you make that judgement. Lewis Allan has had 2 games and the odd subby appearance. Not enough to decide imo.


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You have to show the manager enough in training to merit him taking a chance on you in games. He showed enough to make the bench, and get on a few times, but as football never stands still, someone else comes along and takes your place.

In the games he did get on, he did nothing special for anyone to say he's a real talent, so he has to show what he has in training.

Players who come through the ranks are what we all want, but they do have to produce, as there is a conveyor belt of players coming through every season, and we cant keep them all.

[Since452]

Shaw looks twice the player Allan does and i don't even think Shaw is at the required level...yet. I think Shaw has a chance however, maybe with a season long loan next season but i think Allan will need to move on permanently. Got to be honest about it, he isn't good enough for where we want to be. This is Hibs and we can't be carrying passengers. Wish him all the best and i wish i was as good a player as he is but im not good enough for Hibs and neither is he.

[Tug Wilson]

The root of the problem is that we went into the season with just Kamberi and MacLaren as our first team striker options with Shaw as back up and Boyle as a makeweight.

Calculated risk? Maybe but MacLaren got injured and Kamberi never got to the form of last season.

It is weird how football works. At the end of last season we seemed to have sorted out our forward positions and (almost) everyone was happy to see both strikers return. It just never clicked.

McNulty seems to have gone slightly off the boil since his Scotland debut but I would still like to see him back next season.

A lot depends on how Heckingbottom plans to set the team up but it could be all change up front.

Personally I like the idea of McNulty leading the line, Scott Allan in behind him and Horgan and Boyle out wide.

We already have a solid and experienced defence.

[brog]

Anyway, this seemed to start when someone said Oxford wanted him. Just for perspective, Dylan went to the same league and isn’t getting a game. If Allan’s agent gets him a move there then bravo :agree:

They may be in the same league but there's a world of difference between Sunderland & Oxford. Celtic & Ross C will be in same league next season. I think there could be a player in Lewis though like most I was surprised to see him get another year. I wish him well after all his travails wherever he goes.

[Greenfly]

Lewis Allan would not have got game time if Kamberi was performing well..they are both related

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...cousins? :wink:

[Ronniekirk]

The root of the problem is that we went into the season with just Kamberi and MacLaren as our first team striker options with Shaw as back up and Boyle as a makeweight.

Calculated risk? Maybe but MacLaren got injured and Kamberi never got to the form of last season.

It is weird how football works. At the end of last season we seemed to have sorted out our forward positions and (almost) everyone was happy to see both strikers return. It just never clicked.

McNulty seems to have gone slightly off the boil since his Scotland debut but I would still like to see him back next season.

A lot depends on how Heckingbottom plans to set the team up but it could be all change up front.

Personally I like the idea of McNulty leading the line, Scott Allan in behind him and Horgan and Boyle out wide.

We already have a solid and experienced defence.

The unknown with McNulty is how often will he score from outfield play Take away his penalties and he hasn’t scored that many and is currently not in scoring form
That miss for Scotland seems to have possibly dented his confidence a bit
With Kamberi out of sorts again it highlights we need to think about who to bring in to provide more firepower as we won’t be able to afford zMcNulty and Shaw seems to be unable to persuade Heck he deserves more game time so he isn’t scoring either when he comes on


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[SHODAN]

Alan Nixon says signing rumour news tomorrow.

[04Sauzee]

Alan Nixon says signing rumour news tomorrow.

He like to tease. I'm not even sure how many Hibs transfer stories he gets right?

[The_Horde]

He like to tease. I'm not even sure how many Hibs transfer stories he gets right?

0. Man's a spraff.

[PatHead]

He like to tease. I'm not even sure how many Hibs transfer stories he gets right?

Playing against sevco. Bound to be plenty of rumours of players leaving.

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Alan Nixon says signing rumour news tomorrow.

And so it begins

[bingo70]

And so it begins

Absolutely love it.

Favourite time of the year.

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Absolutely love it.

Favourite time of the year.

Absolutely

Let the wild accusations of being a spraff and a Jambo when a rumour doesn’t come to fruition commence

[04Sauzee]

Is he suggesting it's an incoming transfer or outgoing?

[bingo70]

Is he suggesting it's an incoming transfer or outgoing?

Incoming

[Gmack7]

unless it comes from the cat it's just no happening 😎.

[w pilton hibby]

Some transfer talk from Leeann


https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/48164986

[Haymaker]

unless it comes from the cat it's just no happening 😎.

Correct.

[Greenfly]

Some transfer talk from Leeann


https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/48164986


It would be brilliant if she could make either of these happen. - here's hoping.

[bingo70]

Nobody been out buying a Sun this morning to find out what Alan Nixon’s hibs transfer scoop is?

I’m guessing it’ll be that we’re trying to keep McNulty on loan next season.

[calumhibee1]

Nobody been out buying a Sun this morning to find out what Alan Nixon’s hibs transfer scoop is?

I’m guessing it’ll be that we’re trying to keep McNulty on loan next season.

Only thing I can see online is that Heck has met Scott Allan to discuss his role within the team next season which is on the Scott Allan thread.

[Leith Green]

Only thing I can see online is that Heck has met Scott Allan to discuss his role within the team next season which is on the Scott Allan thread.


Yeah thats what i saw too ... What a big signing he will be for us , need to build the midfield around him.

[SHODAN]

So the Sun's big scoop is "Hibs transfer target that is already coming is looking forward to coming."

[Robbo6-2]

Hes saying some midfielder from Carlisle.

Jamie Devitt.

Hibs and Hearts after him, seems a Levien type signing, 28 year old, played majority of time in lower leagues of England

[Heisenberg]

Hes saying some midfielder from Carlisle.

Jamie Devvit

Also says Hearts are interested.

[Unseen work]

His wiki doesn’t inspire much confidence but I don’t really pay much attention to that.

Seems a bit like Scotty Allan, maybe just wants strength in depth.

https://youtu.be/bg1tIA36Shw

[Stuart93]

Also says Hearts are interested.

Haha what a surprise that is

[Dublin07]

Hes saying some midfielder from Carlisle.

Jamie Devitt.

Hibs and Hearts after him, seems a Levien type signing, 28 year old, played majority of time in lower leagues of England

Seen him twice for Carlisle and he was decent both times probably their best player. Overall standard was not great so hard to tell but Aberdeen signed Cosgrove from Carlisle and he has done well.
Pressley is their manager now so will probably result in him going to hearts.

[badabing67]

Let Kamberi go in the summer. Waste of a jersey.

I don't think Flo is a waste of a jersey. Last season and at the start of this season he proved that he is a goal scorer. We have not been in a postion to play to his strengths this season. He was a left sided midfielder at Grasshopper and I can why they let him go. It was us that used him as a striker and he showed how effective he can be in a 3-5-2 formation. I think with Scottie Allan, Boyler etc around Flo will start scoring again next season. But I wonder if we will see that formation again anytime soon. I guess that would depend on the summer recruitment. But I don't want to give up on Flo.

[badabing67]

The only strikers I remember us being linked with this past January were Cummings, Shankland & McNulty

Were we not linked with a striker Lenny worked with at Bolton

[bigwheel]

Were we not linked with a striker Lenny worked with at Bolton

Did he not try to get Emile Heskey he first arrived ?

[Unseen work]

We were linked with Tom Eaves in January.

[hfc rd]

Seen him twice for Carlisle and he was decent both times probably their best player. Overall standard was not great so hard to tell but Aberdeen signed Cosgrove from Carlisle and he has done well.
Pressley is their manager now so will probably result in him going to hearts.


Surely it will be up to the player where he wants to go rather than who the manager of his present club is?

[Dublin07]

Surely it will be up to the player where he wants to go rather than who the manager of his present club is?

You would hope so mate. Also pressley has taken Carlisle from 3rd to 9th and out play offs since January so he might not rate his opinion much.

[04Sauzee]

Can't remember where i seen it, probably Twitter or somewhere so probably nonsense, but we are supposedly interested in a Young Brighton player who plays in their U23 squad. Supposedly he's highly rated and we have done a lot of work already on the deal. Not sure if it's a loan or permanent or even what position the guy plays. Not much to go on unfortunately so could be utter nonsense

[truehibernian]

Can't remember where i seen it, probably Twitter or somewhere so probably nonsense, but we are supposedly interested in a Young Brighton player who plays in their U23 squad. Supposedly he's highly rated and we have done a lot of work already on the deal. Not sure if it's a loan or permanent or even what position the guy plays. Not much to go on unfortunately so could be utter nonsense

Viktor Gyokeres ? Was it not posted last season he was up at the Training Centre having a look around ?

[500miles]

Hes saying some midfielder from Carlisle.

Jamie Devitt.

Hibs and Hearts after him, seems a Levien type signing, 28 year old, played majority of time in lower leagues of England

Looks like methadone Mick. Swap the tour of East Mains for a tour of the Kirkgate, and he's ours.

[we are hibs]

Ryan Williamson who were previously linked with has been released by Dunfermline.

[04Sauzee]

Viktor Gyokeres ? Was it not posted last season he was up at the Training Centre having a look around ?

I really don't know? There were no names mentioned, can't even remember this rumour from last season.

[04Sauzee]

Ryan Williamson who were previously linked with has been released by Dunfermline.

Was he released or was his contract at an end. He was in the Scotland u21 squad just a year ago I'm sure.

[Centre Hawf]

Was he released or was his contract at an end. He was in the Scotland u21 squad just a year ago I'm sure.

That the Right Back? If so wouldn’t be against bringing him in if he’s got potential. Young and played plenty of football and could be looking for the next step. It would be good timing as we look towards David Gray turning 32 nest season.

Although I admit I’ve not seen a lot of him.

[dchibs]

Hes saying some midfielder from Carlisle.

Jamie Devitt.

Hibs and Hearts after him, seems a Levien type signing, 28 year old, played majority of time in lower leagues of England

Hertz have hackitt on a pre contract they are after Divitt next they will be after Launchitt, oops I forgot Berras already there.

[Souter96Mac]

Would definitely take that Eaves. Reckon he'll have a fair amount of interest.

[04Sauzee]

Would definitely take that Eaves. Reckon he'll have a fair amount of interest.

Scored another couple at the weekend, his first was a belter

[Souter96Mac]

Scored another couple at the weekend, his first was a belter

Just watched them, both nicely taken goals. Reminds me of Andy Carroll when he was actually fit at Newcastle.

[Garymcl]

Gutted that Argyle got relegated seen them a few times recently when visiting down there great support a player that I’ve always thought we should have gone for past couple of seasons is Graham Carey certainly for a midfielder bangs in a number of goals box to box player excellent left foot gives everything a favourite with the argyle fans now they’re down wouldn’t be hard to get him back to Scotland

[The_Horde]

Gutted that Argyle got relegated seen them a few times recently when visiting down there great support a player that I’ve always thought we should have gone for past couple of seasons is Graham Carey certainly for a midfielder bangs in a number of goals box to box player excellent left foot gives everything a favourite with the argyle fans now they’re down wouldn’t be hard to get him back to Scotland

Isn't he a number 10? We've got plenty of them signed up for next season already. We need to sign a real hard man of a midfielder imo.

[Crab apple]

Interesting seeing the PFA Scotland teams of the year for each division. Anyone seen the two Ayr defenders? They have been picked up by Coventry and Dundee Utd.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PFA_Scotland_Team_of_the_Year#2018–19

[truehibernian]

Isn't he a number 10? We've got plenty of them signed up for next season already. We need to sign a real hard man of a midfielder imo.

I dont think we necessarily need 'hard and physical' in that area Dexter, simply energetic, mobile and athletic. Bartley and Milligan cost us goals because they've no pace and they both get needlessly caught in possession. I'd be looking for a couple of defensively minded midfielders who not only break up play and offer physical presence, but can take us up the pitch more and play passes to our wide players or more attacking players. A Victor Palsson type would do me :aok:

[The Leith Dutch]

Isn't he a number 10? We've got plenty of them signed up for next season already. We need to sign a real hard man of a midfielder imo.

Strikers aside, I very much think this transfer window is about the less than glamorous signings that allow those other players to play.
I know we need some strength in depth in the attacking roles but there's only so many strikers, number 10s and wide players you can crowbar into a starting XI.

At some point we need the players that let those guys play and much as I want to like Slivka and Milligan I don't think they're the ones to bring us the results we need next season.
I might be wrong and a pre-season under PH might be just the thing to get the player out of Slivka that I feel is there but not convinced yet.

[Since452]

That the Right Back? If so wouldn’t be against bringing him in if he’s got potential. Young and played plenty of football and could be looking for the next step. It would be good timing as we look towards David Gray turning 32 nest season.

Although I admit I’ve not seen a lot of him.

If he's been released by Dunfermline I'd be dead against it

[Centre Hawf]

If he's been released by Dunfermline I'd be dead against it

There's a difference in releasing him and him running his contract down.

[bingo70]

Noticed Brandon Barker said his good byes to PNE on twitter earlier today.

Given that’s a position we’ll be after I’d assume there must be a very good chance we’ll be in for him again.

Transfer Market website says he’s out of contract this summer but think someone posted a link before saying he’s still got another season at Man City.

[Souter96Mac]

Noticed Brandon Barker said his good byes to PNE on twitter earlier today.

Given that’s a position we’ll be after I’d assume there must be a very good chance we’ll be in for him again.

Transfer Market website says he’s out of contract this summer but think someone posted a link before saying he’s still got another season at Man City.

I think Transfermarket means his contract at Preston ends this summer. If you scroll further down, it says he has another year at City.

I really hope we go for him

[Here’s Lucy!]

Noticed Brandon Barker said his good byes to PNE on twitter earlier today.

Given that’s a position we’ll be after I’d assume there must be a very good chance we’ll be in for him again.

Transfer Market website says he’s out of contract this summer but think someone posted a link before saying he’s still got another season at Man City.

Too good for our league, in my opinion.

[Gmack7]

if the rangers dont keep Kent hell prob be a target unfortunately

[Stuart93]

Noticed Brandon Barker said his good byes to PNE on twitter earlier today.

Given that’s a position we’ll be after I’d assume there must be a very good chance we’ll be in for him again.

Transfer Market website says he’s out of contract this summer but think someone posted a link before saying he’s still got another season at Man City.

I’m not sure if Brandon Barker is one of those players who people think was a lot better than he actually was for us.

Injured a lot of the time and hooked at half time in a derby at ER.

Did show in glimpses he could be a very handy player to have

[04Sauzee]

if the rangers dont keep Kent hell prob be a target unfortunately

I'd be surprised if they think Barker is better than Jones who they signed from Kilmarnock

[Haymaker]

11 pages in an not one hyper smilie. Disgraceful.

[jeffers]

I’m not sure if Brandon Barker is one of those players who people think was a lot better than he actually was for us.

Injured a lot of the time and hooked at half time in a derby at ER.

Did show in glimpses he could be a very handy player to have

The first half of the season I'd have agreed with that, but the second half I thought he looked excellent. Teams couldn't handle his pace and he had started to provide an end product. I'd love to see him return.

[Jones28]

Noticed Brandon Barker said his good byes to PNE on twitter earlier today.

Given that’s a position we’ll be after I’d assume there must be a very good chance we’ll be in for him again.

Transfer Market website says he’s out of contract this summer but think someone posted a link before saying he’s still got another season at Man City.

I would cry with happiness if we signed Barker.

[Billy Whizz]

I would cry with happiness if we signed Barker.

Can’t see us getting Barker and Thomas from City

[Halmyre Hibee]

The only problem with Brandon Barker is injuries. I read recently that’s 9 hamstring injuries in his career limiting him to around 65 first team matches including his spell with us. Exciting player though but with our recent injury list we would need to be careful who we sign.

[bingo70]

if the rangers dont keep Kent hell prob be a target unfortunately

I thought that last summer but I doubt they’ll be signing anyone on the back of a poor season for Preston North End.

We’ve not got the same cash as they do though so probably need to take more of a gamble on players like him.

[The_Horde]

Can’t see us getting Barker and Thomas from City

You think we're bringing Agyepong back?

[Jones28]

Can’t see us getting Barker and Thomas from City

It's a shame but Agyepongs injuries this season have ruled him out imo.

[Billy Whizz]

You think we're bringing Agyepong back?

I’d have a fit Agyepong back in a heartbeat
Think Hecky must like him too, as he’s played him as soon as he’s fit

[The_Horde]

I’d have a fit Agyepong back in a heartbeat
Think Hecky must like him too, as he’s played him as soon as he’s fit

Can he stay fit though? That remains to be seen.

[Billy Whizz]

Can he stay fit though? That remains to be seen.

That’s the million dollar question

[Unseen work]

Yesterday Heckingbottom mentioned in the post match interview that he thinks we don’t create enough chances.

I think he will look to add real quality in the attacking positions.

Scott Allan is the difference between a average/good side and a very good side imo. The way he takes others out the game and sets up chances is incredible and really quite sad how since his brilliant loan spell with us last season he’s not kicked a ball.

He also seemed to add goals and work rate to his style of play too which is pleasing.

Can see Heck getting a lot of options of the top end of the park, young energetic guys who have the composure to use the ball right when in the correct position.

As it stands attacking wise for next season we have the following confirmed

Kamberi
Shaw
Scotty Allan
Fraser Murray
Boyle
Horgan

That’s for players who could play an attacking midfield, wide or striker position

It’s really not a lot when you consider potentially 4 could be playing at the same time, with 1 striker and 3 in behind. 1 of them being Fraser Murray who although looks promising, has it all to prove.

I expect
1 or 2 strikers
1 winger
2 central midfielders
Cover at right back

[Unseen work]

Aidan Nesbitt also free agent now after leaving Dundee United.

Were we not linked with him before he signed for MK Dons?

[jacomo]

11 pages in an not one hyper smilie. Disgraceful.


Fair enough you are feeding on scraps but you are still not taking your chances imo.

[GreenCastle]

I said when we signed Agyepong that his issues will be hamstring injuries.

As such a fast player he has been prone to them every where he has played previously.

It’s a shame as there is a player there and he’s such a nice guy but we need a Boyle part 2 who is consistent. Obviously Boyle was unfortunate this season to get injured.

Barker also suffered with injuries but less frequent than Agyepong. When he played well he was unplayable but his final quality let him down.

If given the choice I would have taken Barker this season over Agyepong but we didn’t have a choice as Preston offered more in the loan.

We got Agyepong who played 7 games with 1 goal.

Barker played 27 games and 2 goals..

Agyepong wants to come back..

Bottom line is we need consistency as finding a decent left winger has been near impossible over the last few years.

As for interest - I believe Hibs have asked about Dundee defender Cammy Kerr who is out of contract. Dundee right back.

[Unseen work]

I said when we signed Agyepong that his issues will be hamstring injuries.

As such a fast player he has been prone to them every where he has played previously.

It’s a shame as there is a player there and he’s such a nice guy but we need a Boyle part 2 who is consistent. Obviously Boyle was unfortunate this season to get injured.

Barker also suffered with injuries but less frequent than Agyepong. When he played well he was unplayable but his final quality let him down.

If given the choice I would have taken Barker this season over Agyepong but we didn’t have a choice as Preston offered more in the loan.

We got Agyepong who played 7 games with 1 goal.

Barker played 27 games and 2 goals..

Agyepong wants to come back..

Bottom line is we need consistency as finding a decent left winger has been near impossible over the last few years.

As for interest - I believe Hibs have asked about Dundee defender Cammy Kerr who is out of contract. Dundee right back.


Said previously Kerr would be good business. Good player who is still young, solid defensively and would compete with Gray.

Liam Burt just been released by Rangers....heard we’re interested.

[Brightside]

Interesting seeing the PFA Scotland teams of the year for each division. Anyone seen the two Ayr defenders? They have been picked up by Coventry and Dundee Utd.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PFA_Scotland_Team_of_the_Year#2018–19

We tried to get Rose.

[jacomo]

I said when we signed Agyepong that his issues will be hamstring injuries.

As such a fast player he has been prone to them every where he has played previously.

It’s a shame as there is a player there and he’s such a nice guy but we need a Boyle part 2 who is consistent. Obviously Boyle was unfortunate this season to get injured.

Barker also suffered with injuries but less frequent than Agyepong. When he played well he was unplayable but his final quality let him down.

If given the choice I would have taken Barker this season over Agyepong but we didn’t have a choice as Preston offered more in the loan.

We got Agyepong who played 7 games with 1 goal.

Barker played 27 games and 2 goals..

Agyepong wants to come back..

Bottom line is we need consistency as finding a decent left winger has been near impossible over the last few years.

As for interest - I believe Hibs have asked about Dundee defender Cammy Kerr who is out of contract. Dundee right back.


I’d take wee Tam back if City offer a favourable deal.

A risk, given his injury record this season, but could pay off in a big way.

[Stuart93]

Not sure I’d want to see us take another chance on Agyepong unless we got him on loan for nout.

Too big a risk that could be money better spent elsewhere

[bingo70]

Not sure I’d want to see us take another chance on Agyepong unless we got him on loan for nout.

Too big a risk that could be money better spent elsewhere

I agree.

This season wasn’t a one off, think he struggled in his two years at NAC Breda as well.

[The 90+2]

Not sure I’d want to see us take another chance on Agyepong unless we got him on loan for nout.

Too big a risk that could be money better spent elsewhere

Indications are he’s been offered another year and we as keen.

[truehibernian]

Said previously Kerr would be good business. Good player who is still young, solid defensively and would compete with Gray.

Liam Burt just been released by Rangers....heard we’re interested.

Cammy Kerr would be a fantastic signing, not heard that we are in for him but if so then we should definitely try - very like SDG in the way he plays that position and loves to get forward into attacks. Good dig in the tackle too :aok: would be delighted if this is indeed the case.

[greenlex]

The Sun running a story that we are interested in signing Greg Docherty from Rangers.
Personally can't see it as he cost them a reported £650k and couldn't imagine them allowing him to come to us on loan
We should have signed him with a view to him replacing McGinn

[truehibernian]

We should have signed him with a view to him replacing McGinn

I thought the comments of Gerrard's No.2 were very interesting yesterday, claiming Hibs are the side players would want to play for out-with the Old Firm. Maybe there is a thaw developing and Docherty (and The Rangers) may see that (SJM) comparison appealing and see Hibs as developing him.

Mind the thought of developing a player for The Rangers benefit turns my stomach :agree:.

[Centre Hawf]

I thought the comments of Gerrard's No.2 were very interesting yesterday, claiming Hibs are the side players would want to play for out-with the Old Firm. Maybe there is a thaw developing and Docherty (and The Rangers) may see that (SJM) comparison appealing and see Hibs as developing him.

Mind the thought of developing a player for The Rangers benefit turns my stomach :agree:.

Couldn't care who he plays for. Much like Henderson if he does the business for us then he's welcome to come play for us.

[Stuart93]

Indications are he’s been offered another year and we as keen.

If it’s for nothing or very little then we’ve nothing to lose

[S4uzee]

Cammy Kerr would be a fantastic signing, not heard that we are in for him but if so then we should definitely try - very like SDG in the way he plays that position and loves to get forward into attacks. Good dig in the tackle too :aok: would be delighted if this is indeed the case.

Don’t rate Kerr at all

[truehibernian]

Couldn't care who he plays for. Much like Henderson if he does the business for us then he's welcome to come play for us.

The deal with Henderson was one where there was the chance of getting him on a permanent. Docherty is a good player on a longer deal and for me there would be no way we would get him even if he was a success - would just mean a decent fee for them.

Admittedly CH I'm slightly clouded in my judgement by my utter dislike of that particular club. I'd only want Docherty on a permanent deal and not a loan, very good player who seems to have done very well down south and will undoubtedly have offers there too.

[Haymaker]

Fair enough you are feeding on scraps but you are still not taking your chances imo.

:greengrin

[Hibeesmad]

Boyle and Porteous will feel like new signings along with Allan. If we could get Bogdan on another contract and bring back Efe that would be brilliant. I would be happy with Agyepong on another loan if there was no wage contribution involved as he is very hit or miss with injuries. Really excited for this summer's window, I think we will have a strong chance of winning the League Cup with a good pre season under Hecky.

[Centre Hawf]

The deal with Henderson was one where there was the chance of getting him on a permanent. Docherty is a good player on a longer deal and for me there would be no way we would get him even if he was a success - would just mean a decent fee for them.

Admittedly CH I'm slightly clouded in my judgement by my utter dislike of that particular club. I'd only want Docherty on a permanent deal and not a loan, very good player who seems to have done very well down south and will undoubtedly have offers there too.

Can definitely understand where you’re coming from. I think we may be nearing the return of the days of the top 2 being back to Glasgow dominance so the reality for me is that anyone who can help us finish best of the rest would be welcome through the doors at Easter Road.

[Forza Fred]

Boyle and Porteous will feel like new signings along with Allan. If we could get Bogdan on another contract and bring back Efe that would be brilliant. I would be happy with Agyepong on another loan if there was no wage contribution involved as he is very hit or miss with injuries. Really excited for this summer's window, I think we will have a strong chance of winning the League Cup with a good pre season under Hecky.

I think our season will be defined by the loanees we attract.

The financial gap between the OF and the rest, including us has resulted in complete dominance and uncompetitiveness.

A Salary Cap is out the window, so the only hope we have to mount a challenge to them, albeit a short sharp one is by signing not just average, but very good players on loan.

We simply can’t afford to sign on contract, or pay wages for players who could attract interest from English Championship Clubs.

I wish it were not so, but if we are serious about splitting the OF, we need about 6or 7 top drawer loanees.

[Viva_Palmeiras]

I think our season will be defined by the loanees we attract.

The financial gap between the OF and the rest, including us has resulted in complete dominance and uncompetitiveness.

A Salary Cap is out the window, so the only hope we have to mount a challenge to them, albeit a short sharp one is by signing not just average, but very good players on loan.

We simply can’t afford to sign on contract, or pay wages for players who could attract interest from English Championship Clubs.

I wish it were not so, but if we are serious about splitting the OF, we need about 6or 7 top drawer loanees.

We need other teams to step up too Killie have shown it’s possible.
Aberdeen just don’t seem to be capable of beating Celtic ever! (I know we went through a barren spell but really as 2 place challengers to not be able to lay a glove on them is perplexing.

[number9dream]

I'd like to see Shaw, Murray, Mackie and Gullan get decent game time over last two matches, although maybe Heckingbottom has made his mind up about some of the younger lads. Not wise to chuck them all in but maybe Shaw and Murray up top at Killie and give Mackie a start the following week to allow Lewis a well-earned head start on his summer holiday.

Docherty is pretty far down the pecking order at Ibrox - they had McCrorie & Halliday on the bench at the weekend and Dorrans, Rossiter and Holt are still on the books, never mind Jack, Davis, Arfield, Kamara and any new signings.
They'll probably look to punt Holt & Rossiter with maybe another loan deal for Docherty at a better level than League One, which could leave us in with an outside shout, if we can't get Omeonga back.
Can't say I know too much about Cammy Kerr but would be wary of anyone from a defence that got turned over 3-0 by QoTS not so long ago.
Alex Gorrin looks good at Motherwell but English teams are sniffing about. Is Mikel Miller worth considering? Fast, tricky but in and out of a pretty dreadful Accies team - an impact sub instead of Barker / Agyepong perhaps.

Priorities are obviously up front, negotiating a possible return for Omeonga and a left-sided midfielder with an engine and attitude similar to everyone's favourite diminutive Belgium part-time pianist.

[Smartie]

I'd like to see Shaw, Murray, Mackie and Gullan get decent game time over last two matches, although maybe Heckingbottom has made his mind up about some of the younger lads. Not wise to chuck them all in but maybe Shaw and Murray up top at Killie and give Mackie a start the following week to allow Lewis a well-earned head start on his summer holiday.

Docherty is pretty far down the pecking order at Ibrox - they had McCrorie & Halliday on the bench at the weekend and Dorrans, Rossiter and Holt are still on the books, never mind Jack, Davis, Arfield, Kamara and any new signings.
They'll probably look to punt Holt & Rossiter with maybe another loan deal for Docherty at a better level than League One, which could leave us in with an outside shout, if we can't get Omeonga back.
Can't say I know too much about Cammy Kerr but would be wary of anyone from a defence that got turned over 3-0 by QoTS not so long ago.
Alex Gorrin looks good at Motherwell but English teams are sniffing about. Is Mikel Miller worth considering? Fast, tricky but in and out of a pretty dreadful Accies team - an impact sub instead of Barker / Agyepong perhaps.

Priorities are obviously up front, negotiating a possible return for Omeonga and a left-sided midfielder with an engine and attitude similar to everyone's favourite diminutive Belgium part-time pianist.

The best description of a Hibs player since Mass Hibsteria called Brian Hamilton "our musical midfield genital".

[Heisenberg]

Jordan Allan (Cowdenbeath striker) played as a trialist for our u20s today.

[bingo70]

Jordan Allan (Cowdenbeath striker) played as a trialist for our u20s today.

Absolutely no idea what the boy is like but I really like the idea of us looking down the divisions for young players that have maybe fallen away from the big clubs for one reason or another.

[Onceinawhile]

I'd like to see Shaw, Murray, Mackie and Gullan get decent game time over last two matches, although maybe Heckingbottom has made his mind up about some of the younger lads. Not wise to chuck them all in but maybe Shaw and Murray up top at Killie and give Mackie a start the following week to allow Lewis a well-earned head start on his summer holiday.

Docherty is pretty far down the pecking order at Ibrox - they had McCrorie & Halliday on the bench at the weekend and Dorrans, Rossiter and Holt are still on the books, never mind Jack, Davis, Arfield, Kamara and any new signings.
They'll probably look to punt Holt & Rossiter with maybe another loan deal for Docherty at a better level than League One, which could leave us in with an outside shout, if we can't get Omeonga back.
Can't say I know too much about Cammy Kerr but would be wary of anyone from a defence that got turned over 3-0 by QoTS not so long ago.
Alex Gorrin looks good at Motherwell but English teams are sniffing about. Is Mikel Miller worth considering? Fast, tricky but in and out of a pretty dreadful Accies team - an impact sub instead of Barker / Agyepong perhaps.

Priorities are obviously up front, negotiating a possible return for Omeonga and a left-sided midfielder with an engine and attitude similar to everyone's favourite diminutive Belgium part-time pianist.

Gullan is on loan at Raith Rovers. He'll be playing in the play offs, not for us. Other than that I'd like to see Heckingbottom blood the younger guys too.

[supershotmo]

Absolutely no idea what the boy is like but I really like the idea of us looking down the divisions for young players that have maybe fallen away from the big clubs for one reason or another.

He was on trial at Barnsley last year

[GreenOnions]

Said previously Kerr would be good business. Good player who is still young, solid defensively and would compete with Gray.

Liam Burt just been released by Rangers....heard we’re interested.

I've got to say I have always thought Cammy Kerr is a complete donkey who's not even been guaranteed a starting position at Dundee. I hope we're aiming a lot higher than that.

[SHODAN]

Jordan Allan (Cowdenbeath striker) played as a trialist for our u20s today.

7 goals in 19 games, not bad I guess?

[04Sauzee]

7 goals in 19 games, not bad I guess?

Soccer base stats here

https://www.soccerbase.com/players/player.sd?player_id=69971

[eastcoasthibby]

Gullan is on loan at Raith Rovers. He'll be playing in the play offs, not for us. Other than that I'd like to see Heckingbottom blood the younger guys too.

We still have a job to do in the next couple of games positionally in the league and with financial benefits of £120k between 5th & 6th. I am sure Heckingbottom knows what he has got with Mackie, Shaw, Fraser Murray ..so no need to give them game time !! I think there is more need for him to try and get an idea of what the likes of Gauld, Agyepong, and maybe even Bigrimana could give us, but I suspect he knows and has his plans well set with what he wants to do and by getting the best results in the next 2 games will mean no real changes to our team selections ..maybe wrong but he's been watching all the players for nearly 3 months now ..!!

[w pilton hibby]

Soccer base stats here

https://www.soccerbase.com/players/player.sd?player_id=69971

Released by Wolves.

[Ronniekirk]

Gullan is on loan at Raith Rovers. He'll be playing in the play offs, not for us. Other than that I'd like to see Heckingbottom blood the younger guys too.

Is he scoring for Raith as that’s the acid test Lewis Allan was prolific for the Development team but hardly scored when loaned out


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[SHODAN]

Back in for Craig Bryson again.

[Renfrew_Hibby]

Shinnie to join Derby on June 1st.

[Souter96Mac]

Back in for Craig Bryson again.

Could Aberdeen be in for him with Shinnie away?

[Stevie Reid]

Shinnie to join Derby on June 1st.

I know that they are accustomed to losing quality players most years, but I really think they'll struggle to replace him.

[The_Horde]

Shinnie to join Derby on June 1st.

Obviously don't think they're good enough to make the premiership and are planning for championship life.

[04Sauzee]

Back in for Craig Bryson again.

Heard Hearts were looking at him, also reported that Killie have offered him a deal. Not heard of anything from Hibs other than what was reported in January

[Heisenberg]

Could Aberdeen be in for him with Shinnie away?

I reckon Aberdeen will go for Dylan. They’ll have a few players to replace over the summer if GMS leaves as well.

[bingo70]

I know that they are accustomed to losing quality players most years, but I really think they'll struggle to replace him.

Too right.

They’ve currently got a defensive midfielder that’s immune from being booked, good luck trying to get another one of them that gets away with so much from the refs.

[04Sauzee]

I reckon Aberdeen will go for Dylan. They’ll have a few players to replace over the summer if GMS leaves as well.

Hearts fans seem to reckon Aberdeen are interested in Djoum

[hfc rd]

Shinnie to join Derby on June 1st.


Got a feeling Aberdeen will now go in for McGeouch. Not had a look in at Sunderland at all this season.

Would love him back here though.

[04Sauzee]

Got a feeling Aberdeen will now go in for McGeouch. Not had a look in at Sunderland at all this season.

Would love him back here though.

30 appearances for Sunderland, although I'm not sure how many of them were from the subs bench?

[CapitalGreen]

30 appearances for Sunderland, although I'm not sure how many of them were from the subs bench?

14 starts in 46 league games. Started another 5 games in the FA Trophy and 2 in the FA Cup.

[cabbageandribs1875]

so graeme shinnie might be playing in the premier league next season :shocked:

[bingo70]

I know this is a rumours thread and not a transfer suggestions thread but notice Lewis McLeod has been released by Brentford.

Fits the profile of the type of player we normally go for I think. Wouldn’t surprise me if we were interested.

[Unseen work]

I know this is a rumours thread and not a transfer suggestions thread but notice Lewis McLeod has been released by Brentford.

Fits the profile of the type of player we normally go for I think. Wouldn’t surprise me if we were interested.

Is the sort of player we would go for, seemed good and promising but injuries have plagued his career a bit.

Dare say he will still have a lot of interest. Us, Hearts and Aberdeen will all make enquiries I’m sure.

Another one I could see us going for is Safranko of Dundee United.

[eastmainsmsh]

Ash Taylor ex Aberdeen available from Northampton worth a punt

[CMurdoch]

Ash Taylor ex Aberdeen available from Northampton worth a punt

Nah, very accident prone.

[JimBHibees]

I know that they are accustomed to losing quality players most years, but I really think they'll struggle to replace him.

Agree a decent player who is untouchable and can also ref a game are difficult to find. :greengrin

[JimBHibees]

Don’t rate Kerr at all

Not so sure he is raw but very quick and a good defender. He would only get better under Hecky. Loads of potential.

[Leitherhibs]

I know this is a rumours thread and not a transfer suggestions thread but notice Lewis McLeod has been released by Brentford.

Fits the profile of the type of player we normally go for I think. Wouldn’t surprise me if we were interested.

Could see us going for him, sure he’ll be on Craig/Mathie’s watchlist.

[Since452]

Not been so excited about a transfer window since, well, the last one! Seriously though im really looking forward to see who we bring in. Allan is a tremendous start. I have a feeling next season will be a good one.

[Jones28]

Bbc gossip saying Regan Hendry, captain of Celtics reserve team, is to leave in the summer. I wonder if it's to a destination or if he's looking for first team action?

[bingo70]

Bbc gossip saying Regan Hendry, captain of Celtics reserve team, is to leave in the summer. I wonder if it's to a destination or if he's looking for first team action?

I saw that, think Raith are looking to get him as he was on loan there previously.

I’m assuming that means he’s not going to be getting the interest of bigger clubs.

[Heisenberg]

Adam Jackson, Barnsley central defender, was at the Derby as a guest of the club and also had a look round the place when he was here. Out of contract in the summer and worked under Hecky previously.

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/4217738/adam-jackson-hibs-heckingbottom-stendel-barnsley/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1557324913

[CapitalGreen]

Bbc gossip saying Regan Hendry, captain of Celtics reserve team, is to leave in the summer. I wonder if it's to a destination or if he's looking for first team action?

His older brother was part of our under 20s 3/4 years ago.

[Jones28]

I saw that, think Raith are looking to get him as he was on loan there previously.

I’m assuming that means he’s not going to be getting the interest of bigger clubs.

Ahh I see, if that's the case then that's fine by me!

[04Sauzee]

Adam Jackson, Barnsley central defender, was at the Derby as a guest of the club and also had a look round the place when he was here. Out of contract in the summer and worked under Hecky previously.

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/4217738/adam-jackson-hibs-heckingbottom-stendel-barnsley/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1557324913

Hasn't played a lot of football for a 24 year old and I think only played 10 games this season. Putting these stats to one side Heckingbottom has worked with him before and obviously likes what he has seen.

[bingo70]

Hasn't played a lot of football for a 24 year old and I think only played 10 games this season. Putting these stats to one side Heckingbottom has worked with him before and obviously likes what he has seen.

I’m sure I read before he was very highly rated at one point.

It’s probably players like this that have lost their way a wee bit that we need to be targeting.

[04Sauzee]

I’m sure I read before he was very highly rated at one point.

It’s probably players like this that have lost their way a wee bit that we need to be targeting.

Agreed and when you look at how McGeouch's season has gone in the same division and he isn't a bad player 😁

[Dunbar Hibee]

Just been told Griffiths has been punted from Celtic. Apologies if it turns out not to be true.

[leither17]

Just been told Griffiths has been punted from Celtic. Apologies if it turns out not to be true.

Tam McManus has just put up a tweet saying what a waste of talent

[04Sauzee]

Just been told Griffiths has been punted from Celtic. Apologies if it turns out not to be true.

Tam Mcmanus tweeting something very cryptic. Similar to when lennon was punted

[hfc rd]

Just been told Griffiths has been punted from Celtic. Apologies if it turns out not to be true.


It’s on Twitter that he has jacked in football altogether. Don’t know if it’s true or not - hopefully not!

[SMAXXA]

Just been told Griffiths has been punted from Celtic. Apologies if it turns out not to be true.

Just got a message tonight on this, bring him home

[04Sauzee]

Just got a message tonight on this, bring him home

Seems to be slot of hearsay regarding this, he's been punted from Celtic, he's retired from football. Whatever it is I hope the boy is OK.

[Haymaker]

Just got a message tonight on this, bring him home

I think this is a totally legitimate reason to post...

:hyper

[CraigHibee]

Doubt it, he's just tweeted

[CraigHibee]

Just got a message tonight on this, bring him home

Leaving celtic?

[Heisenberg]

Aye, he’s just tweeted “and counting” after someone posted his Celtc goal stats. Looks like it’s a load of pish.

[CraigHibee]

Tam mcmanus has just tweeted this

[04Sauzee]

Tam mcmanus has just tweeted this

Tam Mcmanus can be a complete erse at times

[Heisenberg]

Tam mcmanus has just tweeted this

Some smashing backtracking from Tam there. He knew exactly what he was doing with his original tweet and it’s backfired on him. Tried to look like he knew the story before others in the media.

[Stuart93]

Tam Mcmanus can be a complete erse at times

Tweets like a teenager, embarrassing sometimes

[Rumble de Thump]

Nobody has sent me a text to tell me they have read something on Twitter.

[we are hibs]

Tam Mcmanus tweeting something very cryptic. Similar to when lennon was punted

Tam McManus is an absolute fanny.

[PatHead]

It’s on Twitter that he has jacked in football altogether. Don’t know if it’s true or not - hopefully not!

Has he signed for Hearts?

[Lago]

Tam McManus is an absolute fanny.

No he's not.

[SMAXXA]

Bit of a shame that these things get started like this someone causing mischief after all the guys been through. Obviously someone TM trusted has told him a lot of *****

[bringbackbenny]

Tam McManus is an absolute fanny.

Why?

[The 90+2]

Tam McManus is an absolute fanny.

Behave.

[Since452]

Why is Tam McManus getting a hard time? He's fine on Twitter.

[itslegaltender]

Bring him home

[we are hibs]

No he's not.


Why?


Behave.

His tweet was clearly his usual attention seeking bandwagon jumping pish and when he was pulled up he backtracked massively. And it was clearly about Griffiths.

[The 90+2]

His tweet was clearly his usual attention seeking bandwagon jumping pish and when he was pulled up he backtracked massively. And it was clearly about Griffiths.

And that makes him an absolute fanny as a person even if it was about Leigh?

[04Sauzee]

In other non Leigh Griffiths news, a journo on Twitter is saying we are unlikely to get the boy from Barnsley but have offered a contract to the boy from Carlisle.

[eastmainsmsh]

Got a message also hope all OK as class act

[thegaffer12]

In other non Leigh Griffiths news, a journo on Twitter is saying we are unlikely to get the boy from Barnsley but have offered a contract to the boy from Carlisle.

Any names?!

[Robbo6-2]

Of all the positions we are well stocked in is centre half which makes the link to the Barnsley lad strange

[thegaffer12]

Jamie Devitt supposedly according to Nixon. Attacking midfielder, good record for Carlisle.

[04Sauzee]

Any names?!

Jamie Devvit. Think it was reported on at the weekend

[jacomo]

Any names?!


We’re after a boy from England.

What else do I need to know??

:wink:

[Heisenberg]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/4218950/hibs-michael-ruth-queens-park-tracking-transfer-news/

[Billy Whizz]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/4218950/hibs-michael-ruth-queens-park-tracking-transfer-news/

I think it’s good we are looking at some younger lower league players. We are light in numbers at this age group

[04Sauzee]

I think it’s good we are looking at some younger lower league players. We are light in numbers at this age group

Looks like a few clubs are keeping tabs.

https://www-thescottishsun-co-uk.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/4138198/queens-park-michael-ruth-rangers/amp/?amp_js_v=a2&amp_gsa=1&usqp=mq331AQCCAE%3D#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goo gle.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s&ampshare=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thescottishsun.co.uk%2F sport%2Ffootball%2F4138198%2Fqueens-park-michael-ruth-rangers%2F

[3pm]

In other non Leigh Griffiths news, a journo on Twitter is saying we are unlikely to get the boy from Barnsley but have offered a contract to the boy from Carlisle.

I may have misread it mate but was he not talking about a goalie rather than Adam Jackson who was at the derby?

[04Sauzee]

I may have misread it mate but was he not talking about a goalie rather than Adam Jackson who was at the derby?

I might need to go back and read it. I assumed he was talking about Jackson sorry.

[04Sauzee]

I may have misread it mate but was he not talking about a goalie rather than Adam Jackson who was at the derby?

Just checked you were correct someone asked him about Adam Davies their goalkeeper who is capped for Wales. Looks like it's him that has interest from the likes of Stoke. Not even sure why his name was mentioned

[MacGruber]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/4218950/hibs-michael-ruth-queens-park-tracking-transfer-news/

Babe Ruth!
(Screen flashes 'Babe Ruth' in a QI style with buzzer sound and everybody sighs) 😁

[JimBHibees]

Tam McManus is an absolute fanny.

Don't mind the guy think quite good on radio least gives the impression he is enthusiastic and enjoys the game also talks up Hibs which is a rarity on sportsound.

[SHODAN]

We've certainly been linked with a lot of players early this window. Getting our transfer business done a bit more quickly next season?

[leithsansiro]

I think Tam McManus goes for a kind of scatter gun approach in terms of just chucking out loads of vague possible info and some insider stuff, and every so often something turns out to be right and he can go “I said that first”.

Decent bloke though. Once bought me a bag of chips.

[SHODAN]

Jackson, Grimmer and Ruth all confirmed (?) by The Sun as targets.

[Stuart93]

Jackson, Grimmer and Ruth all confirmed (?) by The Sun as targets.

I’d say rumours as oppose to targets

[Unseen work]

It’s exciting getting linked with unknown players as opposed to someone that was at Celtic 7 years ago.

Confirmed:
Scott Allan

Rumoured:
Jamie Devitt
Adam Jackson
Michael Ruth
Jordan Allan
Jack Grimmer

Really excited to see who Heckingbottom brings in as I think it will show a clear strategy and plan of how he wants to play.

Devitt certainly looks a player from what I’ve seen, saw he also won players player and sponsors player of the season this year. Seems very similar to Scotty Allan so would be interesting to see how he would fit them both in. Noticed he’s good friends with Danny Grainger.....May swing his decision.

[The_Horde]

Kris Doolan's run his contract down. Could do a job?

[04Sauzee]

Kris Doolan's run his contract down. Could do a job?

No

[hibbydad]

What like is Grimmer

[hfc rd]

We've certainly been linked with a lot of players early this window. Getting our transfer business done a bit more quickly next season?


Good.

[The 90+2]

What like is Grimmer

Fullback attacking. May mean Whitt’s agreeing to leave.

[04Sauzee]

What like is Grimmer

Out of favour at Coventry at the moment. He has played 13 games this season and only 4 times since the turn of the year

[.Sean.]

Kris Doolan's run his contract down. Could do a job?
Selling the pies maybe 😂

[Tarrahib]

Kris Doolan's run his contract down. Could do a job?
Not any better than Brian Graham was when he played for us.

[Jim44]

What like is Grimmer

A bit like Grim but worse. :greengrin

[Gmack7]

A bit like Grim but worse. :greengrin

😁👍

[we are hibs]

Not any better than Brian Graham was when he played for us.

Doolan is a far better player than Brian graham. He isn't good enough for us these days though. Maybe 4 or 5 years ago.

[bigwheel]

Doolan is a far better player than Brian graham. He isn't good enough for us these days though. Maybe 4 or 5 years ago.

Different players.

Graham 8 goals 5 assists last season goal every 186 mins

Doolan 6 goals 1 assist. Played more hrs too. Goal every 344 mins

[PaulSmith]

Kris Doolan's run his contract down. Could do a job?

[emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]


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[Speedway]

Sign someone, all the other clubs are getting their signings in. We’re getting left behind! Petrie penny pinching again ffs!!

[Heisenberg]

Latest from Hecky...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/48218337

Ideally wants a few in for the first day but as we know that usually never happens. Can’t wait for the meltdown on here when the first day of pre season hits and we’ve made one signing though...”board not backing the manager again” and “Petrie interfering with transfers” should get an airing at some point.

[Gaffer1875]

Anyone know if there is any truth in the Liam Burt rumour?


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[Wilson]

Anyone know if there is any truth in the Liam Burt rumour?


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Yeah Burt, no Burt :dunno:

[Borderhibbie76]

Tweets like a teenager, embarrassing sometimesYup some of his stuff is cringe for a grown adult

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[Borderhibbie76]

Latest from Hecky...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/48218337

Ideally wants a few in for the first day but as we know that usually never happens. Can’t wait for the meltdown on here when the first day of pre season hits and we’ve made one signing though...”board not backing the manager again” and “Petrie interfering with transfers” should get an airing at some point.Yeah that comment is a bit I'll advised TBH as all hell will be let loose if it doesn't materialise...unless Hecky is confident of getting bodies in early

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[Billy Whizz]

Yeah that comment is a bit I'll advised TBH as all hell will be let loose if it doesn't materialise...unless Hecky is confident of getting bodies in early

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Suggest you watch the full interview on Hibs YouTube channel

[Hermit Crab]

All these for moaning about Tam McManus. Don't follow him on twitter if you don't like his tweets...

[Borderhibbie76]

Suggest you watch the full interview on Hibs YouTube channelI was being slightly tongue in cheek mate...watched the Interview ..brilliant could listen to Hecky all day...very reassuring to hear hes assessed the squad and knows what's needed. Think he learnt a lot from how punchless we were last Sunday by the sounds of it

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[The 90+2]

I was being slightly tongue in cheek mate...watched the Interview ..brilliant could listen to Hecky all day...very reassuring to hear hes assessed the squad and knows what's needed. Think he learnt a lot from how punchless we were last Sunday by the sounds of it

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I think Slivka will be going in the summer.

[Borderhibbie76]

I think Slivka will be going in the summer.Yeah I think so too...reading between the lines of what Hecky is saying I think there are a few that will be getting moved on ....what I like is he seems very single minded on what he wants to do. So refreshing to hear our manager talk about us in a press conference and not Celtic for half of it.

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[The 90+2]

Yeah I think so too...reading between the lines of what Hecky is saying I think there are a few that will be getting moved on ....what I like is he seems very single minded on what he wants to do. So refreshing to hear our manager talk about us in a press conference and not Celtic for half of it.

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Completely agree mate. There’s no other motive but 100% us and what he’s got to do to make us better and the confidence oozes out him too. Good times.

[Cheshire Hibee]

I’m hoping Scott Allan can bring the best out of Flo with balls between the defenders to the feet of Kamberi rather than just lumping the ball to him out wide


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[Stuart93]

I’m excited for next season

[The_Horde]

Yeah I think so too...reading between the lines of what Hecky is saying I think there are a few that will be getting moved on ....what I like is he seems very single minded on what he wants to do. So refreshing to hear our manager talk about us in a press conference and not Celtic for half of it.

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Slivka is another one who folks have been moving on for a couple of windows now. Then he gets back in the team again.

[Borderhibbie76]

Completely agree mate. There’s no other motive but 100% us and what he’s got to do to make us better and the confidence oozes out him too. Good times.Agreed mate.. he just fills me with confidence...can see why the players are enjoying working under him so much

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[Centre Hawf]

Slivka is another one who folks have been moving on for a couple of windows now. Then he gets back in the team again.

I think sometimes when a player is signed by a manager that manager can't get a bit stubborn or blind to whats actually happening. Lennon obviously wanted Slivka to work well because it was his signing. Hence why he kept shoe-horning him into RWB/RM when our midfield was full of talent. And after the Fyvie situation he had to show he had someone better lined up, then after McGeouch and McGinn left he had to show that his men were good enough to step in and he could keep the club competitive by building new squads when needed.

Now PH has come in and has no obligation to any players or history with them he can make a balanced decision on who is good enough or not. I would guess that Slivka will go if someone wants to take him off us.

[JimBHibees]

Good interview with the boss re next season and Killie

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCXKLs14yjDc5s7GJ1txkWxw

[mjhibby]

Agreed mate.. he just fills me with confidence...can see why the players are enjoying working under him so much

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Totally. His Hibs TV interview was so refreshing to see. Knows exactly where we are at and what he needs to change. No moaning over injuries or other outside factors. He must be delighted,like us all,that boyle,porteous and Allan will be new players to him. I'm very excited because if this is what he can achieve with the players he's had available then it is exciting to think what he can't do when the three guys mentioned plus two or three others come in. Could be another cracking season coming up.

[04Sauzee]

Aberdeen press reporting that Aberdeen have opened talks with Curtis Main

[Blaster]

Aberdeen press reporting that Aberdeen have opened talks with Curtis Main

He has offers from both Aberdeen and hearts. Apparently waiting for one of the old firm to come in for him though 😂😂

[IWasThere2016]

Good interview with the boss re next season and Killie

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCXKLs14yjDc5s7GJ1txkWxw

Class act.

[J-C]

Good interview with the boss re next season and Killie

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCXKLs14yjDc5s7GJ1txkWxw

Very insightful, knows what he wants and I liked the bit about players having to sell themselves to the club and not just us selling the club to them, he wants players want to be here. Reading between the lines it looks like a few surprises are coming, especially who may leave

[Stevie Reid]

I know this is a rumours thread and not a transfer suggestions thread but notice Lewis McLeod has been released by Brentford.

Fits the profile of the type of player we normally go for I think. Wouldn’t surprise me if we were interested.


Agree a decent player who is untouchable and can also ref a game are difficult to find. :greengrin

You're both spot on, and him seemingly being bulletproof is one of many reasons why I'm glad they're losing him. His importance to Aberdeen is shown in this stat from the BBC website:


The midfielder has only missed five matches in the last two seasons, and Aberdeen have lost each of them.

[Souter96Mac]

Aberdeen press reporting that Aberdeen have opened talks with Curtis Main

Thought he was decent last season, but has been ***** this season. Wouldn't take him.

[Hibeewilly]

Hecky said there are a few out of contract .....dos anybody know who they are?

[Brightside]

I think sometimes when a player is signed by a manager that manager can't get a bit stubborn or blind to whats actually happening. Lennon obviously wanted Slivka to work well because it was his signing. Hence why he kept shoe-horning him into RWB/RM when our midfield was full of talent. And after the Fyvie situation he had to show he had someone better lined up, then after McGeouch and McGinn left he had to show that his men were good enough to step in and he could keep the club competitive by building new squads when needed.

Now PH has come in and has no obligation to any players or history with them he can make a balanced decision on who is good enough or not. I would guess that Slivka will go if someone wants to take him off us.

Hes only missed a couple of games under Paul? Bit odd that people now think he will want rid.

[MyJo]

Hecky said there are a few out of contract .....dos anybody know who they are?

Laidlaw, Bartley, Lewis Allan, Bigirimana, Spector and Nelom

[delbert]

Laidlaw, Bartley, Lewis Allan, Bigirimana, Spector and Nelom

Only one I’d even consider keeping is Bartley and even then he would probably be used sparingly, all those other wages could go to get us a couple of better players

[Hibeewilly]

Laidlaw, Bartley, Lewis Allan, Bigirimana, Spector and Nelom
Thanks MjJo......I wouldn't be offering contracts to any of them and I'd imagine Hecky will think the same. We definitely need better if we wish to progress

[The 90+2]

Only one I’d even consider keeping is Bartley and even then he would probably be used sparingly, all those other wages could go to get us a couple of better players

Think it’s time to say goodbye to the Bartman tbh.

[Leitherhibs]

Think it’s time to say goodbye to the Bartman tbh.

Sadly, yes. That position had changed in recent times as well, requires a more mobile player.

[Billy Whizz]

Laidlaw, Bartley, Lewis Allan, Bigirimana, Spector and Nelom

Is Bogdan out of contract

[Onceinawhile]

Is Bogdan out of contract

Yes, his Liverpool deal is up. But chances of us getting him? Slim to none....

[Nevi_SOL]

Be absolutely gutted to see Bartley go,but he deserves game time wether for us or someone else, done a hell of a lot for the club last few years and will definitely be missed in the changing room

[JimBHibees]

You're both spot on, and him seemingly being bulletproof is one of many reasons why I'm glad they're losing him. His importance to Aberdeen is shown in this stat from the BBC website:

It is incredible he has only missed five games in two seasons given he basically should be booked in most games I see either for persistent fouling and dissent. Assuming some of the 5 were for injury too.

[SHODAN]

Be absolutely gutted to see Bartley go,but he deserves game time wether for us or someone else, done a hell of a lot for the club last few years and will definitely be missed in the changing room

:agree:

Never been on the pitch in a derby loss too, his only defeat is the Scottish Cup game at Tynecastle and the winning goal was scored after he'd been subbed.

[Centre Hawf]

Hes only missed a couple of games under Paul? Bit odd that people now think he will want rid.

He found himself in the starting squad earlier on when Hecky came in and obviously he was trying to gauge where everyone was. But as the weeks have gone on you can see his involvement is starting to get lower and lower from half hour off the bench to sometimes not getting on, if we had other midfielders in the squad I wonder if he would be in the squad at all for these last few games.

Personally I think he will go, and I can't say I'm too disappointed if he does.

[The_Horde]

Yes, his Liverpool deal is up. But chances of us getting him? Slim to none....

He's not going to displace Rocky. He's not anywhere near the same level as him and he'll want to play first team football.

Can't see him staying but it probably won't be for financial reasons!

[Tyler Durden]

Hes only missed a couple of games under Paul? Bit odd that people now think he will want rid.

Slivka hasn’t started the last 4 games and in his previous 2 starts he was subbed after about an hour. Definitely a bright start under Heckingbotton but then he’s fallen back into his usual pattern.

If we can find someone to take him, I’d be happy enough for him to go. Wouldn’t surprise me for him to be a success elsewhere but he’s stagnating here and we can do better

[hfc-1875]

The first transfer window in god knows how long we can actually look forward to and talk about who we’re gonna get in rather than teams wanting our players.

[SHODAN]

The first transfer window in god knows how long we can actually look forward to and talk about who we’re gonna get in rather than teams wanting our players.

I've heard that Sunderland are after Kamberi, Porteous, Hanlon and Marciano. Oh no, now Celtic and Rangers are after them too. ****! They've just all penned a piece in the DR pleading with Hibs to let them go to their "boyhood heroes (whoever they are currently)". Ah well. Next season eh. :wink:

[J-C]

It wouldn't surprise me if Kamberi left this window

[cleanyman]

Jack will be getting sacked if Sunderland don't go up so nothing to worry about

[The 90+2]

It wouldn't surprise me if Kamberi left this window

I don’t think so. We will want a significant amount for our investment which we won’t get so will keep for next season. A more creative midfield will hopefully suit him.

[J-C]

I don’t think so. We will want a significant amount for our investment which we won’t get so will keep for next season. A more creative midfield will hopefully suit him.

I hope you're right, he's been a huge disappointment this season.

[SHODAN]

Kamberi will be fine once Allan and some other guys are giving him the ball.

[mentalhibee]

He's not going to displace Rocky. He's not anywhere near the same level as him and he'll want to play first team football.

Can't see him staying but it probably won't be for financial reasons!

He’s as good, if not better than Marciano as a keeper. Marciano is good at shot stopping but Bogdan is better at coming for crossballs and his distribution is better.

[The 90+2]

I hope you're right, he's been a huge disappointment this season.

Yeah me too but I’ve confidence in him for next season.

[truehibernian]

He’s as good, if not better than Marciano as a keeper. Marciano is good at shot stopping but Bogdan is better at coming for crossballs and his distribution is better.

Exeter City supporters seem to think their keeper is coming to us in summer. Christy Pym.

Marciano's stock is high right now and I can see bids coming in for him this summer. Really good keeper, composed and consistent, however his distribution at times is terrible and puts us either on the back foot or concedes needless possession (aimless kicks to SDG with alarming regularity at Ibrox for example) - no doubting however he is a fantastic shot stopper and one of our best goalies over recent years. He could easily play at a much higher level.

I like Bogdan a lot - seems to have overcome a lot in his career (in terms of mistakes at previous clubs), stuck at it and become very consistent. Would love him to stay but feel he may want another chance down in England or abroad at a higher level.

The keepers have been really good the last three seasons and long may it continue that we do well in this department.

[hfc rd]

Wonder if we will take another Man City youngster on loan like we have done recently?

Brandon Barker, Thomas Agyepong.

[BoomtownHibees]

Brandon Barker, Thomas Agyepong.

Craig Leveins a ****ing ??????????

[CockneyRebel]

Craig Leveins a ****ing ??????????

Moron? - scans (ish)

[Unseen work]

Whilst I’m excited and looking forward to the transfer window I’m also nervous.

Heckingbottom seems to have done well signing players from lower leagues on the cheap, I just hope he doesn’t expect players from England to come up here and stroll it.

Tbf to him, I don’t think he will. I think he will have seen the quality of the league and is too smart a man to think they would stroll it.

Hope the guys were after Hecky and Stockdale have good knowledge of and are bargains.

Guys like Pym and Devitt seemed to have excelled in league 2.

Grimmer been good in league 1.

Jackson been at good clubs but struggles for games lately.

Two young Scottish strikers were looking at.

[Billy Whizz]

Whilst I’m excited and looking forward to the transfer window I’m also nervous.

Heckingbottom seems to have done well signing players from lower leagues on the cheap, I just hope he doesn’t expect players from England to come up here and stroll it.

Tbf to him, I don’t think he will. I think he will have seen the quality of the league and is too smart a man to think they would stroll it.

Hope the guys were after Hecky and Stockdale have good knowledge of and are bargains.

Guys like Pym and Devitt seemed to have excelled in league 2.

Grimmer been good in league 1.

Jackson been at good clubs but struggles for games lately.

Two young Scottish strikers were looking at.

Don’t think the 2 young Scottish players will be for the 1st team though

[hfc rd]

https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.getreading.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/hibernian-pushing-sign-reading-fc-16249842.amp

[Tarrahib]

He’s as good, if not better than Marciano as a keeper. Marciano is good at shot stopping but Bogdan is better at coming for crossballs and his distribution is better.
Forget about Bogdan.He won't be in Edinburgh next season unless he's playing against us for another well known team in green.

[The_Horde]

He’s as good, if not better than Marciano as a keeper. Marciano is good at shot stopping but Bogdan is better at coming for crossballs and his distribution is better.

By better at shot stopping, do you mean he wins his team valuable points with crucial saves that Bogdan isn't even capable of making?

Any goalie can learn how to catch a ball and pass it. It takes a special goalie to be able to pull off the stops Rocky does.

[truehibernian]

By better at shot stopping, do you mean he wins his team valuable points with crucial saves that Bogdan isn't even capable of making?

Both have made some game winning saves this season Dexter - Bogdan's performance v Asteras away was terrific and he made some wonderful saves that night second half.

[The_Horde]

Both have made some game winning saves this season Dexter - Bogdan's performance v Asteras away was terrific and he made some wonderful saves that night second half.

All about consistency though and for me too many easy shots have slipped past him.