Winter 2019-20 transfer thread

[Aldo]

Nah. I don’t think he would fancy a relegation battle while trying to make the NI euro squad [emoji106]

If the money was right anything is possible. They are so desperate to get players in they will throw thousands to get them in.

I do however hope you are right


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[04Sauzee]

Wonder if any potential signings will be in the West taking in our game 🤔

[tonyrougier123]

Why does the Norwegian military put barcodes on the sides of their battleships?

So when they return to port they can Scandinavian.

👏😂. Good yin!

But because its you saul I'm now reading this message as a cryptic clue??😮

[Smartie]

Will Grigg has been absolutely garbage for Sunderland - a dangerously expensive flop.

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Will Grigg has been absolutely garbage for Sunderland - a dangerously expensive flop.

No defences terrified

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Interesting
Cliff Pike on the HibsTv says hibs are keeping tabs on Scott Martin and we have first refusal on buying him back

[Greencore]

Interesting
Cliff Pike on the HibsTv says hibs are keeping tabs on Scott Martin and we have first refusal on buying him back

Wonder if we have the same arrangement with Shaw? How has Martin done this season?

[Eyrie]

Speaking of rumours, you could always go your own way, but don't stop we all have dreams

Could tell some little lies instead, but someone will say "tusk, tusk" because it's not that funny.

[Greenworld]

Why does the Norwegian military put barcodes on the sides of their battleships?

So when they return to port they can Scandinavian.You might have blown your cover with that joke saul

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[Hibeesmad]

Interesting
Cliff Pike on the HibsTv says hibs are keeping tabs on Scott Martin and we have first refusal on buying him back

Looking better than some of our players tonight anyway.

[HendoDelivered]

Kosovar Sadiki joins Finn Harps on loan.

[SaulGoodman]

Griffiths looking angry in his celebration and throwing things at the Killie fans when he was being subbed,

Clearly not happy at Celtic, get him home :greengrin

[Heisenberg]

Griffiths looking angry in his celebration and throwing things at the Killie fans when he was being subbed,

Clearly not happy at Celtic, get him home :greengrin

His angry celebration was apparently aimed at the Sky TV gantry and Kris Boyd in particular, which I’m all for.

[Souter96Mac]

Kosovar Sadiki joins Finn Harps on loan.

Good to see us making good use of the loan system. Gives these young players good experience.

[Jones28]

Why does the Norwegian military put barcodes on the sides of their battleships?

So when they return to port they can Scandinavian.

😂😂😂😂

[sean04]

Got to be a new left back brought in, Stevenson is making me grey

[Unseen work]

Even though we got the win tonight hopefully it shows Ross/ the board we really need to strengthen the squad if we’re to go above Livingston let alone Aberdeen.

[IberianHibernian]

Even though we got the win tonight hopefully it shows Ross/ the board we really need to strengthen the squad if we’re to go above Livingston let alone Aberdeen. Am aware that results in next few weeks will affect early season ticket sales for next season but hope upcoming signings are more short term to secure top 6 ( or better ) and cup run if we win replay , leaving money for big signings for next season since we`ll need to sign almost a complete new defence if we want to challenge for top 4 . This has been obvious for most of this season if not before but it`s been easier to attack Hecky`s signings some of whom are predictably beginning to seem okay or better while defending players who`ve been with us for a few years .

[bingo70]

Got to be a new left back brought in, Stevenson is making me grey

Stevenson is fine for the rest of the season.

It’s a long term replacement we need for him, January is a time for stop gap solutions to emergency areas.

[Souter96Mac]

Even though we got the win tonight hopefully it shows Ross/ the board we really need to strengthen the squad if we’re to go above Livingston let alone Aberdeen.

Not itk but hopefully with Maxwell and Shaw leaving, that frees up budget. Especially getting a fee for Shaw.

[Hibbyradge]

Got to be a new left back brought in, Stevenson is making me grey

You must be looking at his errors only.

Lewis was excellent in the first half without much help from the midfield. He stopped crosses, tackled and passed the ball out of defence very well. He provided width and drive in the second half, despite a couple of passing mistakes.

There's a lot more Hibs games in front of him assuming he stays injury free.

[HoboHarry]

You must be looking at his errors only.

Lewis was excellent in the first half without much help from the midfield. He stopped crosses, tackled and passed the ball out of defence very well. He provided width and drive in the second half, despite a couple of passing mistakes.

There's a lot more Hibs games in front of him assuming he stays injury free.
There is a vocal minority who have been doing that for years.

[SMAXXA]

You must be looking at his errors only.

Lewis was excellent in the first half without much help from the midfield. He stopped crosses, tackled and passed the ball out of defence very well. He provided width and drive in the second half, despite a couple of passing mistakes.

There's a lot more Hibs games in front of him assuming he stays injury free.

Spot on

[we are hibs]

A defensive midfielder needs brought in asap. Preferably before saturday. The lack of bite in the midfield 1st half was ridiculous. Allan slivka and hallberg all guilty of pulling out a number of 50/50s.

[K-Zazu]

Yams have 200k bid rejected for Boyce

[Godsahibby]

You must be looking at his errors only.

Lewis was excellent in the first half without much help from the midfield. He stopped crosses, tackled and passed the ball out of defence very well. He provided width and drive in the second half, despite a couple of passing mistakes.

There's a lot more Hibs games in front of him assuming he stays injury free.

Defensively he is good enough very rarely puts a foot wrong. Unfortunately the issue is how many times attacks break down when we are relying on him going forward. That’s nothing new to us it’s always been like that for me I think it’s getting worse as he starts to lose a yard of pace. If we want to improve we need w better option in there.

[Greencore]

Yams have 200k bid rejected for Boyce

Didums

[Hibbyradge]

Defensively he is good enough very rarely puts a foot wrong. Unfortunately the issue is how many times attacks break down when we are relying on him going forward. That’s nothing new to us it’s always been like that for me I think it’s getting worse as he starts to lose a yard of pace. If we want to improve we need w better option in there.

I think the players around him should be helping him more.

There was an occasion in the 2nd half when Hibs were pushing quickly forward and the ball came to Horgan about 25 yards out towards the left corner of their 18 yard box.

Instead of trying to take it into the box himself, Horgan played the ball forward to Lewis who was stretching their defence on the wing, and immediately ran away from him. Lewis was then isolated and, when he tried to beat the defender who was pressing him, he lost the ball and all we got was a throw.

Predictably, the howls from the stand were aimed at Lewis, but he shouldn't have been put in that position.

[Hibeesmad]

Ross confirmed we are looking to get another striker and defender in before the end of the window.

[sean04]

You must be looking at his errors only.

Lewis was excellent in the first half without much help from the midfield. He stopped crosses, tackled and passed the ball out of defence very well. He provided width and drive in the second half, despite a couple of passing mistakes.

There's a lot more Hibs games in front of him assuming he stays injury free.

He offers nothing going forward. At 1 point he had it out wide, either beat the man or put a cross in. What does he do? Takes a terrible touch then gives away a foul. It’s no good enough for hibs!!! He’s a bottom 6 left back. Does ok defensively when there isn’t someone running at him but offensively is seriously lacking

[Greencore]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5200924/celtic-news-martin-boyle-hibs-jack-ross/amp/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter&__twitter_impression=true

[bigwheel]

He offers nothing going forward. At 1 point he had it out wide, either beat the man or put a cross in. What does he do? Takes a terrible touch then gives away a foul. It’s no good enough for hibs!!! He’s a bottom 6 left back. Does ok defensively when there isn’t someone running at him but offensively is seriously lacking

As the poster said - you are just looking at errors - he knew he made the wrong choice on that one ...it happens..

[The 90+2]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5200924/celtic-news-martin-boyle-hibs-jack-ross/amp/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter&__twitter_impression=true

I don’t think we are in a good place defensively by any means. That’s worrying as anything.

[Unseen work]

Ross confirmed we are looking to get another striker and defender in before the end of the window.

Surely a centre mid has to be brought in aswell.

[sean04]

As the poster said - you are just looking at errors - he knew he made the wrong choice on that one ...it happens..

It’s every week. How many assists or chances has he created? Gets in good positions and there is no quality. Either gives the ball away or puts a ball into the box that is easily dealt with. Imagine we had a left back that could produce a bit quality delivery

[Captain Trips]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5200924/celtic-news-martin-boyle-hibs-jack-ross/amp/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter&__twitter_impression=true

Scout looks like the offspring of Donald Findlay.

[Hibs90]

DC, DM, Striker at the very least.

And if we sell Boyle I will lose my ****.

[Heisenberg]

Surely a centre mid has to be brought in aswell.

Striker and defensive midfielder surely the priorities. We can’t finish the January window without signing a defensive midfielder, it would be ridiculous.

[Hibeesmad]

Surely a centre mid has to be brought in aswell.

Maybe this boy on trial could be close to signing.

[Hibbyradge]

He offers nothing going forward. At 1 point he had it out wide, either beat the man or put a cross in. What does he do? Takes a terrible touch then gives away a foul. It’s no good enough for hibs!!! He’s a bottom 6 left back. Does ok defensively when there isn’t someone running at him but offensively is seriously lacking

He offers himself as an out ball, time and time again. He's taken Hibs up the park so often the rest of the defence must love him.

Yes, I remember that incident too, because it was about the only thing he clearly did wrong.

You won't, but you should watch him in that game again without the prejudging specs on.

You're probably too young to remember Eric Shaedler, but he's another Hibs legend. He was loved for his commitment, his tackling and his love of Hibs. A truly fine left back.

He wasn't a fantastic crosser of the ball and he didn't notch up a huge number of assists.

I know I'm wasting my virtual breath because you're now committed to your position, but you really should take another look and give the player a break.

[Joe6-2]

Yams have 200k bid rejected for Boyce

Whose money is it?

[Joe6-2]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5200924/celtic-news-martin-boyle-hibs-jack-ross/amp/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter&__twitter_impression=true

Tell them to GTF

[bigwheel]

It’s every week. How many assists or chances has he created? Gets in good positions and there is no quality. Either gives the ball away or puts a ball into the box that is easily dealt with. Imagine we had a left back that could produce a bit quality delivery

Lewis’s delivery isn’t the best ...but he must be wonderful to play with..always available. Great first touch , doesn’t often give the ball away ...up and down the park ..

He will know his final ball isn’t as good as it needs to be - and if we get someone with Lewis game awareness and skills matched with Sean Mackie’s left peg - then we will love him for the season or two we get to keep him...but let’s keep a balance here - he is always on the team sheet due to his performance levels - despite his lack of final ball. He did some really important things tonight . And frankly wasn’t even in the bottom five performances in the first half. So many went missing completely

[CMurdoch]

Yams have 200k bid rejected for Boyce

Was never going to be enough.
Burton would rather keep him for the rest of the season than part with him for £200k.
Think it would require an offer of double that to get them to even speak to you.

[madhatter]

It’s every week. How many assists or chances has he created? Gets in good positions and there is no quality. Either gives the ball away or puts a ball into the box that is easily dealt with. Imagine we had a left back that could produce a bit quality delivery

You seen Sir David cross the ball? Hits the first man 9/10. Lewis gets picked on. both fullbacks have been terrible at crossing for years.

Our midfield is shambolic, as shown in the 1st half tonight. No balance and a gaping hole between defence and attack. That’s the biggest problem at the moment and lack of options upfront. Plus a cb now due to injuries. Fullbacks will need to wait

[Hibeesmad]

Was never going to be enough.
Burton would rather keep him for the rest of the season than part with him for £200k.
Think it would require an offer of double that to get them to even speak to you.

Think there is a more realistic chance of him going to Sunderland if Will Grigg and McNulty move on.

[AlbertK86]

Stevenson is fine for the rest of the season.

It’s a long term replacement we need for him, January is a time for stop gap solutions to emergency areas.

He was hesitant and had a terrible game tonight.

Been poor for weeks.

Teams target him


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[hibsbollah]

You seen Sir David cross the ball? Hits the first man 9/10. Lewis gets picked on. both fullbacks have been terrible at crossing for years.

Our midfield is shambolic, as shown in the 1st half tonight. No balance and a gaping hole between defence and attack. That’s the biggest problem at the moment and lack of options upfront. Plus a cb now due to injuries. Fullbacks will need to wait

At times we looked like Mixus 5-0-5 team in that first half. I couldn't see the plan and I couldn't see us scoring. Knocking long diagonals to Kamberi and watching David Gray trying to beat the first man with a cross..painful.

[Winston Ingram]

Yams have 200k bid rejected for Boyce

Ridiculous bid. Burton are 8 points off top and 2 points off the play offs with 2 games in hand. He’s in great form as well and scored 5 in his last 6 games. Why on earth do they think Burton will chuck the chance of promotion to The Championship for £200k:confused:

[EAZY-ME]

Tell them to GTF

They are greedy *******s...

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Ridiculous bid. Burton are 8 points off top and 2 points off the play offs with 2 games in hand. He’s in great form as well and scored 5 in his last 6 games. Why on earth do they think Burton will chuck the chance of promotion to The Championship for £200k:confused:

Sums it up perfectly

[Brightside]

He was hesitant and had a terrible game tonight.

Been poor for weeks.

Teams target him


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Big Lewie fan but he had a mare last night.

[Souter96Mac]

Think there is a more realistic chance of him going to Sunderland if Will Grigg and McNulty move on.

Would take either Grigg or McNulty. I think by the sounds of it Grigg may be away to Salford.

[weecounty hibby]

Ridiculous bid. Burton are 8 points off top and 2 points off the play offs with 2 games in hand. He’s in great form as well and scored 5 in his last 6 games. Why on earth do they think Burton will chuck the chance of promotion to The Championship for £200k:confused:
That's all bull**** designed to appease their fans. No way will Boyce be signing for them for 200k and I suspect they know that. Strayed over to fourteenpointsback and they seem fairly confident that a player with a club at the top of English league 1 probably being paid 8-10k per week will be delighted to join the bottom team in our premier League and take a pay cut. But I suppose they are big and famous. Fuds!!

[Jim44]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5200924/celtic-news-martin-boyle-hibs-jack-ross/amp/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter&__twitter_impression=true

We have to hang on to Boyle. I didn’t realise that selling Shaw to RC was not down to Jack Ross.

[Cat Stanton]

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5200924/celtic-news-martin-boyle-hibs-jack-ross/amp/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter&__twitter_impression=true

What does it say? I refuse to pollute my phone by clicking on the link.

[Greencore]

What does it say? I refuse to pollute my phone by clicking on the link.

Why?

[sleeping giant]

What does it say? I refuse to pollute my phone by clicking on the link.

Ffs

[jacomo]

Reluctantly, I must now accept that super Leigh Griffiths is not coming home this transfer window.

Celtc can quite obviously GTF.

[Peevemor]

We have to hang on to Boyle. I didn’t realise that selling Shaw to RC was not down to Jack Ross.

He said that he wanted to bring in another striker anyway, so reading between the lines I reckon that JR isn't that bothered about losing Shaw but was surprised that Shaw wanted a transfer instead of a loan.

[sean04]

I think Jack Ross is just using this season to evaluate what we have and what we need. I think he’s looked at Shaw and not fancied him, he’s brought a few of the guys back from loan and played them against Willem to have a look. Can see big changes in the summer

[brog]

He offers himself as an out ball, time and time again. He's taken Hibs up the park so often the rest of the defence must love him.

Yes, I remember that incident too, because it was about the only thing he clearly did wrong.

You won't, but you should watch him in that game again without the prejudging specs on.

You're probably too young to remember Eric Shaedler, but he's another Hibs legend. He was loved for his commitment, his tackling and his love of Hibs. A truly fine left back.

He wasn't a fantastic crosser of the ball and he didn't notch up a huge number of assists.

I know I'm wasting my virtual breath because you're now committed to your position, but you really should take another look and give the player a break.

You beat me to it by mentioning Shades. Its also funny that the posters who condemn Lewie for his lack of creativity are the same ones who write off Sean Mackie after a handful of games. If we had a world class full back worth £50m+, who could both attack & defend, he'd be called Andy Robertson.

[bingo70]

You beat me to it by mentioning Shades. Its also funny that the posters who condemn Lewie for his lack of creativity are the same ones who write off Sean Mackie after a handful of games. If we had a world class full back worth £50m+, who could both attack & defend, he'd be called Andy Robertson.

Not really.

I think Stevenson is a fine Left Back as long as he’s just being asked to defend. I’ve said earlier in this thread that I don’t see any urgency to replace him this season so I certainly don’t have an axe to grind with him.

That said though, he’s 32 now so he’s nearing the end of his Hibs career, the position he plays he’s not going to be able to play that for too much longer imo. When it comes to replacing him I don’t think it’s quite a case of Andy Robertson or Pa Kujabi, Ulrik Laursen and David Murphy we’re both very capable defensively and offered more going forward that Lewis does.

Left backs that can defend and go forward are out there, I think come the summer we’ll really need to try and find one.

[J-C]

So it seems like Oli's choice to leave, Ross wanted to keep him and use him, even preferring a loan. He couldn't be any worse than Flo last night, brave decision by Oli

[EAZY-ME]

Should we put in a bid for Liam Boyce...would be pretty funny

[Since452]

Should we put in a bid for Liam Boyce...would be pretty funny

Yes. Then loan him out to Hamilton

[hibbyfraelibby]

I can’t see Mackie giving any competition at LB.

...certainly not if he's back because he needs surgery.

[rossevenil]

Apparently Mulraney going to the MSL for a six figure sum! If that boy is worth that hopefully we got something worthwhile for Oli!

[mjhibby]

I think Jack Ross is just using this season to evaluate what we have and what we need. I think he’s looked at Shaw and not fancied him, he’s brought a few of the guys back from loan and played them against Willem to have a look. Can see big changes in the summer

Don't think there will be big changes. Last night and the d utd game showed him a lot. Hallberg will be better with Steph there and Newell and Horgan certainly enhanced their case. I expect a centre half,left back/midfielder Def mid and a striker. We are not far away from being a really good team. Fine margins and all that

[brog]

Not really.

I think Stevenson is a fine Left Back as long as he’s just being asked to defend. I’ve said earlier in this thread that I don’t see any urgency to replace him this season so I certainly don’t have an axe to grind with him.

That said though, he’s 32 now so he’s nearing the end of his Hibs career, the position he plays he’s not going to be able to play that for too much longer imo. When it comes to replacing him I don’t think it’s quite a case of Andy Robertson or Pa Kujabi, Ulrik Laursen and David Murphy we’re both very capable defensively and offered more going forward that Lewis does.

Left backs that can defend and go forward are out there, I think come the summer we’ll really need to try and find one.

I wouldn't argue with any of that though you're talking about 2 exceptional players & my memory of Ulrik attacking was mainly set pieces. He always seemed a bit clumsy attempting to maraud down the wing. I'm sure you're correct that there's others out there & we should be looking but it's not going to be easy.

[sean04]

Don't think there will be big changes. Last night and the d utd game showed him a lot. Hallberg will be better with Steph there and Newell and Horgan certainly enhanced their case. I expect a centre half,left back/midfielder Def mid and a striker. We are not far away from being a really good team. Fine margins and all that

Can see Slivka leaving, 1 of Bogdan or rocky leaving (only because there both good enough to be 1st choice). Tom james will prob leave, not sure if Horgan will still be around. Heard he’s on a high wage, hopefully finds consistency and plays more regularly. Boyle will be attracting interest if he keeps producing, maybe flo aswell if the money is right

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

Can see Slivka leaving, 1 of Bogdan or rocky leaving (only because there both good enough to be 1st choice). Tom james will prob leave, not sure if Horgan will still be around. Heard he’s on a high wage, hopefully finds consistency and plays more regularly. Boyle will be attracting interest if he keeps producing, maybe flo aswell if the money is right

Boyle has a tournament coming soon n June with Oz so that will keep him motivated to perform and potentially get a big move in the summer where we will be in a better position to get someone in.

[Hibiza]

I sell Kamberi, only interested when scouts watching.

[erin go bragh]

Apparently Mulraney going to the MSL for a six figure sum! If that boy is worth that hopefully we got something worthwhile for Oli!
100k was what was mentioned last night .

[Billy Whizz]

100k was what was mentioned last night .

Maybe dollars

[JimBHibees]

Maybe dollars

Or cents :greengrin

[Bobby's Cinema]

I sell Kamberi, only interested when scouts watching.
Strange journey he has been on. Seems to have morphed into a CR7 type running style recently.

Lovely assist last night, just so inconsistent and for me gives it away far too often. I still he's best up top through the middle but he's not going to get that chance with Doidge in this form.

Wouldn't be that disappointed to see him leave now in the summer tbh.

[S4uzee]

Strange journey he has been on. Seems to have morphed into a CR7 type running style recently.

Lovely assist last night, just so inconsistent and for me gives it away far too often. I still he's best up top through the middle but he's not going to get that chance with Doidge in this form.

Wouldn't be that disappointed to see him leave now in the summer tbh.

I’ve thought that too, tries to be CR7

[Hibbyradge]

I’ve thought that too, tries to be CR7

He thinks he looks like CR7. Maybe.

[Allant1981]

Brian graham has left ross county and signed for partick thistle, decent signing for them

[Billy Whizz]

Brian graham has left ross county and signed for partick thistle, decent signing for them

And Kenny Miller has left Partick
Rumoured to be going to QOS

[GloryGlory]

Brian graham has left ross county and signed for partick thistle, decent signing for them

Thistle also announced that Kenny Millar has left - mutual consent.

[Iggy Pope]

He thinks he looks like CR7. Maybe.

Turns like a TR7

[SouthMoroccoStu]

And Kenny Miller has left Partick
Rumoured to be going to QOS

Him and Dobbie upfront would be interesting
With a combined age of 148

[Billy Whizz]

Him and Dobbie upfront would be interesting
With a combined age of 148

Not quite, but I get your point😄

[HendoDelivered]

I’d like us to fo for Alex Schalk, very underrated IMO and scored a few up here when at County.

[Tarrahib]

Brian graham has left ross county and signed for partick thistle, decent signing for them
That's probably a better league for him to play in .I wish him well.

[Unseen work]

I’d like us to fo for Alex Schalk, very underrated IMO and scored a few up here when at County.

Would be a good option especially as 3rd striker, out of contract in the summer too.

[hibbyfraelibby]

100k was what was mentioned last night .

Plenty mentions of a 6 figure sum but never xonfirmed what fee if any has been paid orher than the usual non-disclosed fee which over on Keekback has grown from hee haw to £200k so gos knows how much we actual will have raked in for Oli.

[hibbyfraelibby]

Thistle also announced that Kenny Millar has left - mutual consent.

So one Hibs striker moves to a team to replace an ex-Hibs striker who moves to a team where an ex-Hibs striker moves on to another team with an ex-Hibs striker to accommodate him.

I hope we had sell on clauses in all their contracts. Oli's move could be raking in a small fortune😁😁😁

[hibs#1]

I’ve thought that too, tries to be CR7

I've often thought Kamberi ran and based his style play like Ronaldo, unfortunately not quite to the same level of quality.

[Percy Vere]

Him and Dobbie upfront would be interesting
With a combined age of 148

Haha excellent

[Stuart93]

I’d like us to fo for Alex Schalk, very underrated IMO and scored a few up here when at County.

That’s a decent shout actually I’d forgot all about him

[Since452]

100k was what was mentioned last night .

A sizable chunk is due to ICT apparently

[MWHIBBIES]

I sell Kamberi, only interested when scouts watching.

Such a myth. A definite .net classic. Utter slavers.

[Nicho87]

https://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/football/sunderland-afc/phil-parkinson-explains-sunderland-striker-situation-following-will-grigg-and-marc-mcnulty-reports-1373701

Sunderland gaffer saying doesn’t want to lose any of his current strikers.

[tonyrougier123]

I’d like us to fo for Alex Schalk, very underrated IMO and scored a few up here when at County.

I agree on shalk always liked the look of him at county,he was on the bench alot though.
But a very busy striker.

[Hibbyradge]

He’s trying to emulate one of the best strikers the game has ever seen?

What a terrible, terrible crime.

Who said it was a crime? :dunno:

[jacomo]

Who said it was a crime? :dunno:


I was being facetious. Or trying to be.

I like Kamberi.

[Hibbyradge]

I was being facetious. Or trying to be.

I like Kamberi.

I like him.

He looks like Ronaldo too.

[K-Zazu]

Jamboids seem pretty confident over on sickback that Boyce will be signing for them before the window shuts, according to someone that knows his family

[Joe6-2]

Jamboids seem pretty confident over on sickback that Boyce will be signing for them before the window shuts, according to someone that knows his family

If he does he must lack ambition, or thinks he’s the guy to save them

[Ozyhibby]

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/toby-sibbick-nears-hearts-move-21346531


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[Col2]

The rumours about Boyle to Celtic are getting stronger.

I will be raging if we sell him on the eve of the window and significantly weaken the team.

[HoboHarry]

The rumours about Boyle to Celtic are getting stronger.

I will be raging if we sell him on the eve of the window and significantly weaken the team.
They can't get him if he doesn't want to go.

[Hermit Crab]

They can't get him if he doesn't want to go.


Who says he doesn't? :dunno:

[tonyrougier123]

Jamboids seem pretty confident over on sickback that Boyce will be signing for them before the window shuts, according to someone that knows his family

He's no signed though has he?.keeping his options open.
And lets face it seeing hearts as a decent option the now will take some convincing.

Not many good players will fancy that scrap.

[The 90+2]

I've often thought Kamberi ran and based his style play like Ronaldo, unfortunately not quite to the same level of quality.

He’s still ****ing brilliant.

[The 90+2]

Who says he doesn't? :dunno:

I’ve not heard any news of a transfer request being put in? Or a contract turned down? If Celtic put in a bid for him we may see what our new (ish) owner is made of I suppose.

[Frankhfc]

The rumours about Boyle to Celtic are getting stronger.

I will be raging if we sell him on the eve of the window and significantly weaken the team.

:top marks

His return from injury has coincided with improved results and he is a huge player for us in not only delivering on both scoring crucial goals and all round forward link up play but he's also very exciting to watch when on the ball running at defences. It would be a huge blow to lose the popular squirrel and if he does go we should be informed of the fee involved as we should be very well rewarded for losing a player of his ability and potential.

[Ozyhibby]

They can't get him if he doesn't want to go.

Young family, mortgage to pay, short career? He’s be mad not too. It’s up to the club to say no to this.


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[HoboHarry]

Who says he doesn't? :dunno:
I was making the point that Martin Boyle would be quite right to take a move to Celtic whether we wish him to stay or not but he will only go to Celtic if they put in an acceptable bid and he wants to go. Hibs can't stop Boyle leaving if he wants to go and the bid is good enough and nor should they, he has to look after his future financial well being.

[NAE NOOKIE]

They can't get him if he doesn't want to go.

The only way Boyle wouldn't want to go to Celtic is if somebody in the English championship or abroad want's him and is willing to pay similar or more than Celtic are. This is a guy who is willing to fly half way round the world for games against the likes of Jordan and Indonesia just to get international football.

[Hermit Crab]

I’ve not heard any news of a transfer request being put in? Or a contract turned down? If Celtic put in a bid for him we may see what our new (ish) owner is made of I suppose.


Hibs are good at keeping things under wraps these days.

[Hibeesmad]

If Celtic came in his head would be turned, just like all the other players who have left us for them, rangers or teams down south over the years.

[NAE NOOKIE]

You seen Sir David cross the ball? Hits the first man 9/10. Lewis gets picked on. both fullbacks have been terrible at crossing for years.

Our midfield is shambolic, as shown in the 1st half tonight. No balance and a gaping hole between defence and attack. That’s the biggest problem at the moment and lack of options upfront. Plus a cb now due to injuries. Fullbacks will need to wait

Both fullbacks are decidedly average at crossing, you are right about SDG .. he isn't bad at all at getting into crossing positions but he continually under hits the ball, in fact he does it so often its criminal our strikers don't make a bee line for the near post when he has the ball, coz that's inevitably where it goes.

As for Lewis. I've been saying it for years that I'm convinced our opponents are happy to leave him as the out ball because they know he's far less likely to cause damage than the likes of Gray, and with the ball on our left its about as far away from the likes of Boyle as it can get. I'm willing to lay good money that Lewis stevenson has spent more time in possession of the ball on average than any Hibs player in the last 10 years for that very reason. Other clubs know he cant beat a man or make any sort of an effective overlapping run ... you can count on the fingers of one hand the number of times Lewis crosses from the byline in a season, practically every cross he hits is from 15 to 20 yards out ... meat & drink to any half decent centre half.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Hibs are good at keeping things under wraps these days.

Any transfer request would be leaked to the press by his agent. Hibs couldn’t do diddly squat about it coming out.

[Hibeesmad]

Both fullbacks are decidedly average at crossing, you are right about SDG .. he isn't bad at all at getting into crossing positions but he continually under hits the ball, in fact he does it so often its criminal our strikers don't make a bee line for the near post when he has the ball, coz that's inevitably where it goes.

As for Lewis. I've been saying it for years that I'm convinced our opponents are happy to leave him as the out ball because they know he's far less likely to cause damage than the likes of Gray, and with the ball on our left its about as far away from the likes of Boyle as it can get. I'm willing to lay good money that Lewis stevenson has spent more time in possession of the ball on average than any Hibs player in the last 10 years for that very reason. Other clubs know he cant beat a man or make any sort of an effective overlapping run ... you can count on the fingers of one hand the number of times Lewis crosses from the byline in a season, practically every cross he hits is from 15 to 20 yards out ... meat & drink to any half decent centre half.

As much as I respect Lewis for being the legend of the club that he is, I would much rather a David Murphy type of player in his place.

[Hibeesmad]

Any transfer request would be leaked to the press by his agent. Hibs couldn’t do diddly squat about it coming out.

I think Boyle has too much respect for the club to hand in a transfer request, the same as McGinn. We have helped him a lot with his rehab since injury and he genuinely seems to enjoy being here. I'd imagine there is definitely interest from Celtic's side, with the scout being there Wednesday and Lennon highly praising him during his time here.

If Celtic were to come in with an offer then I think word would be spread to get a bidding war, as I'd imagine there are a lot more clubs looking at him. His involvement with Australia is only going to add more value also.

Let's enjoy him while we have got him as he's a player I personally look forward to watching each time I go to the game.

[NAE NOOKIE]

As much as I respect Lewis for being the legend of the club that he is, I would much rather a David Murphy type of player in his place.

Though I pointed out Lewis weaknesses I have huge respect for him as a player, for 10 years he has held down the left back spot at one of Scotland's biggest clubs surviving manager after manager in the process. I've lost count of the number of times clubs have targeted him with a far taller player and hit long balls in his direction, only to give it up after half an hour as Lewis got the better of the huddie they had put on him. The guy has the heart of a lion, is never injured and is rarely suspended ... On Wednesday he was guilty of doing two things that he never does, the first was giving the ball away, something he does far less than any player we have, the second was that the big huddie Hamilton had on him did actually win his fair share of headers, something Lewis normally would't allow. It did have a sort of 'beginning of the end' feeling to it.

Lewis would be the first to admit that he isn't a hugely talented player .... if there is a failing here when it comes to the club's left back position its that this self confessed average player hasn't had a serious contender challenging for his position in over a decade. That is very much something Hibs should have addressed well before now.

[FilipinoHibs]

Young family, mortgage to pay, short career? He’s be mad not too. It’s up to the club to say no to this.


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That's a summer move.

[DetroitHibs]

Boyle should have had his contract extended in the summer. He’s been improving every season and should have been viewed as an asset.

[stuart-farquhar]

Boyle should have had his contract extended in the summer. He’s been improving every season and should have been viewed as an asset.

He is. The young fans love him.

I get nauseous when that shower of predatory Orks come calling. There ought to be exceptions made salary wise for true stars in our club. Maybe the owner will pony up.

[flash]

Boyle will leave us but it shouldn't be until the summer unless someone makes an offer which fully recognizes his worth.
So that's Celtic ruled out.

[Since452]

I like him.

He looks like Ronaldo too.

He looks more like the original Ronaldo

[Nicho87]

If we sell Boyle now I don’t think a lot of fans will understand the plan for the club

[CB_NO3]

How long does Boyle have left on his contract? Rumours that his representatives met Celtic last night and its looking likely he may leave this window.

[Stuart93]

May as well chuck the towel in if Boyle goes this window, the very least the fans deserve after a dismal couple of seasons is to keep their best/favourite player beyond January.

I’m no usually one to peddle the “no ambition” thing but if we were to sell Boyle now I’d certainly be asking questions as to what our ambitions are especially when none of our assets that are being sold off seem to be even close to getting replaced.

Along with JR’s comments regarding Oli leaving, I think we’ll have one unhappy manager

[BILLYHIBS]

May as well chuck the towel in if Boyle goes this window, the very least the fans deserve after a dismal couple of seasons is to keep their best/favourite player beyond January.

I’m no usually one to peddle the “no ambition” thing but if we were to sell Boyle now I’d certainly be asking questions as to what our ambitions are especially when none of our assets that are being sold off seem to be even close to getting replaced.

If Boyle ends up sold, along with JR’s comments regarding Oli leaving, I think we’re going to have one unhappy manager

:agree:

Celtic can bolt if their offer is 20 pence a bubbly and a yo-yo!

[Since452]

If we let Boyle go this month it sets a dangerous precedent. Yes we're a selling club but selling our most inform and influential player at the moment for buttons while we still have an outside chance of Europe and a cup would piss the fans right off and send out a message that we're more interested in a few pennies than building a good team. If Boyle was sold in the summer I'd wish him well and fully understand the clubs stance but not this month

[NC1875]

Boyle won’t go to Celtic and start every week imo. Does he really want to go and sit on the bench ?

[jeffers]

May as well chuck the towel in if Boyle goes this window, the very least the fans deserve after a dismal couple of seasons is to keep their best/favourite player beyond January.

I’m no usually one to peddle the “no ambition” thing but if we were to sell Boyle now I’d certainly be asking questions as to what our ambitions are especially when none of our assets that are being sold off seem to be even close to getting replaced.

Along with JR’s comments regarding Oli leaving, I think we’ll have one unhappy manager

I don’t want Boyle to go but expect it to happen, it will depend on the actual deal how pissed off I get. Regarding Shaw tho I got the impression it was him that wanted the permanent move, not the club pushing it.

[Stuart93]

I don’t want Boyle to go but expect it to happen, it will depend on the actual deal how pissed off I get. Regarding Shaw tho I got the impression it was him that wanted the permanent move, not the club pushing it.

I’m just of the opinion it doesn’t have to happen. He’s made a massive impact for us since he’s came back so much so that I think we’d struggle through the rest of the season without him

He’s got time left on his contract so we’re not in a desperate situation to sell. If we are to sell we get as much money as possible from Celtic or tell them to bolt

[easty]

Boyle won’t go to Celtic and start every week imo. Does he really want to go and sit on the bench ?

For more money. Yeh probably.

[mjhibby]

How long does Boyle have left on his contract? Rumours that his representatives met Celtic last night and its looking likely he may leave this window.

Ah these rumours. Leigh was defo coming to us on loan I recall. I expect this is nonsense and we move on.

[calumhibee1]

Boyle won’t go to Celtic and start every week imo. Does he really want to go and sit on the bench ?

I’d love to go and sit on the bench at Celtic for £10k+ a week. Probably even more than I’d like to play for Hibs for £2k every week. I’d imagine every pro footballer will be the same.

[Hibs90]

If Boyle goes I will 100% be questioning the boards ambition. 'We want to be the best of the rest but first lets sell our best players and replace them with loanees who are nowhere near as good'

[EAZY-ME]

I'd lie down on the Celtic bench and let the players sit on me for 10k a week

[MacGruber]

I think he'll go in the summer for £1 million.
Can't see us doing business this window or equally Boyle signing an extension. A year left on contract, that will force clubs hand. £1 million to Celtic unless English teams also come in and push the price up.

[BegbieHSC]

Are we seriously asking for just £1.5m for Boyle? Really

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5205736/celtic-transfer-news-hibs-martin-boyle/

[Onion]

Celtic don't really need Boyle, so expect a pathetic offer simply to disrupt Boyle and for them to use their spare change to tempt him with 3 or 4 times the wage he gets at ER. If money is key to squirrel, then expect him to go. If playing football is more important, then he might choose to stay if Hibs are prepared to pay him a bit more.

Hate Celtic with a passion. They do this to Hibs more than any other Scottish club, simply because they can. At this stage, they have zero interest in the game as a whole and obsessed with fending off The Rangers who are a serious risk to the 10IAR.

[Joe6-2]

The rumours about Boyle to Celtic are getting stronger.

I will be raging if we sell him on the eve of the window and significantly weaken the team.

This can’t happen, or we could end up down beside our jumbo neighbours!!

[Ronniekirk]

Young family, mortgage to pay, short career? He’s be mad not too. It’s up to the club to say no to this.


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Ross has made his view clear it would be good if on receipt of any concrete offer for him that the Club made it crystal clear they won’t sell him this window
On current form I would be amazed if some club doesn’t test our resolve and with another few games in the next few days more scouts may take a look



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[Heisenberg]

Are we seriously asking for just £1.5m for Boyle? Really

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5205736/celtic-transfer-news-hibs-martin-boyle/

That’d be quite the profit from what we got him for. There’s no doubt he’s been in ridiculous form since he returned from injury but I’d say £1.5m/£2m is fair for him. Tin hat on obviously. I’d prefer to sell him in the summer if he was going though.

[James70]

If Boyle goes we will get more for him from the Championship and the player himself will earn more. Boyle should look and see how John McGinn's career has progressed instead of stagnating at Celtic.

[Iain G]

Are we seriously asking for just £1.5m for Boyle? Really

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5205736/celtic-transfer-news-hibs-martin-boyle/

Are you seriously believing something printed in the Sun? :-)

[Ronniekirk]

That's a summer move.

Let’s hope so


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[calumhibee1]

I'd lie down on the Celtic bench and let the players sit on me for 10k a week

😂

[Springbank]

Not always a popular view but The Transfer Window is not a bad invention.
In the days before Transfer Windows a player would hit good form, then could be unsettled by OF paper talk at any time.
At least now theres only 4wks a season where they can act the bxxtard

[Alex Trager]

May as well chuck the towel in if Boyle goes this window, the very least the fans deserve after a dismal couple of seasons is to keep their best/favourite player beyond January.

I’m no usually one to peddle the “no ambition” thing but if we were to sell Boyle now I’d certainly be asking questions as to what our ambitions are especially when none of our assets that are being sold off seem to be even close to getting replaced.

Along with JR’s comments regarding Oli leaving, I think we’ll have one unhappy manager

Agree

[B.H.F.C]

If Boyle goes we will get more for him from the Championship and the player himself will earn more. Boyle should look and see how John McGinn's career has progressed instead of stagnating at Celtic.

McGinn was 23 when he left Hibs and a better investment for a club.

Boyle is coming up 27 and his game is mainly based on pace. He’s not ready to lose any of his pace yet but clubs won’t see as much resale value in him. Couple that with him only having 18 months left then nobody is going to be bidding millions for him.

I don’t think he’ll be away in this window, we can’t afford to lose him. If we sell in the next week we’re writing this season off IMO.

[Ozyhibby]

The club would be incredibly stupid to sell Boyle this window. He will still have value in the summer if they want to cash in.


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[Since452]

I'd like a similar statement to the "Hibernian will not sell Scott Allan to Rangers" one. Come on Hibs. **** Celtic and **** Neil Lennon.

[James70]

Celtic supporters seem to see him as a back up to Forrest, he is too good a player to warm a bench and should be at a club where he is almost guaranteed 1st team football.

[flash]

Are we seriously asking for just £1.5m for Boyle? Really

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5205736/celtic-transfer-news-hibs-martin-boyle/

Seems a reasonable fee to me.

[we are hibs]

I dont trust hibs to replace him properly if he goes.

[Lee Marvin]

Seems a reasonable fee to me.

Terrible fee at this stage as there would be no sell on potentially.

Boyle is full international, goalscorer, goal creator, fastest player in league and adds so much to dressing room in personality.

I'd be apoplectic with 1.5m this window

[GordonHFC]

Going to be a very interesting week ahead.

[The 90+2]

I'd lie down on the Celtic bench and let the players sit on me for 10k a week

:greengrin I’ll sit at on the floor off the bench and hold your iPhone for you so you can watch YouTube while you do so for £5k pw.

[easty]

Terrible fee at this stage as there would be no sell on potentially.

Boyle is full international, goalscorer, goal creator, fastest player in league and adds so much to dressing room in personality.

I'd be apoplectic with 1.5m this window

Bit dramatic.

[Waxy]

Keep Boyle till the summer anyway. Offer him a better contract now.
We’ve another Scottish cup to win.

[B.H.F.C]

I don’t think Boyle will go in this window and will end up down to the last year of his contract making it difficult to get proper value for him. McGinn was the same. We lost McGeough on a free. All while they are/were in their mid 20s. Should the club be doing more to ensure these type of players are tied up so that if we do end up having to sell we get a truer value?

[Lee Marvin]

Bit dramatic.

On what level? The use if the word 'apoplectic' or the sentiment around losing your best player by a mile for a paltry fee when we don't need to?

Thankfully I dont think that figure is accurate

[Craig_in_Prague]

I don’t think Boyle will go in this window and will end up down to the last year of his contract making it difficult to get proper value for him. McGinn was the same. We lost McGeough on a free. All while they are/were in their mid 20s. Should the club be doing more to ensure these type of players are tied up so that if we do end up having to sell we get a truer value?

Typically in the Czech league if a player has around 6 months to a year left and wont extend, they are left to rot the last 6 months of their contract.
Maybe seems harsh and maybe you are not getting benefit of the player, but as far as I can tell this kind of approach actually works well for the clubs, players do usually sign extensions and are then if moving on, its typically for a decent transfer fee.

In the case of Boyle Hibs have done a lot for him, he should extend his deal and be sold in the summer for a higher fee.

Players are the assets of the club and we should not lose them for nothing. I'm sure again here the players know how it works and they accept it. If they are good enough clubs will always find the money anyway for a player.

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

£1.5 is a good starting bid but like what McGinn done, I’d like to see him go down south. I’m sure there are clubs where Mrs Boyle could play for too and get paid for it.

[Borderhibbie76]

If we sell Boyle this window Dempster can forget sending me ST renewal details in March as wont be interested in coughing up my hard earned early when am very concerned about the boards ambition for the club just now. They need to prove to us in this next week they want to move the club forward.. over to you Ron and Leeann

[southfieldhibby]

Terrible fee at this stage as there would be no sell on potentially.

Boyle is full international, goalscorer, goal creator, fastest player in league and adds so much to dressing room in personality.

I'd be apoplectic with 1.5m this window

I'll be mildly annoyed and move on toot sweet.

[Aritch]

£1.5 is a good starting bid but like what McGinn done, I’d like to see him go down south. I’m sure there are clubs where Mrs Boyle could play for too and get paid for it.

Can't even get a single on the bus for that!

[Jones28]

Offer him a contract that doubles his wage and let him have his pick of clubs in the summer if he keeps his form up.

[Gordy M]

We will always be a selling club whether is players or managers. There was a thread on here recently about Dundee Utd buying Shankland so they could sell him on, many on here thinking thats what we shouldve done. Same applies to most players we buy. We get them, take a chance, and hope to sell them on for a large profit.

In saying that, I dont think he will go this window.

[easty]

On what level? The use if the word 'apoplectic' or the sentiment around losing your best player by a mile for a paltry fee when we don't need to?

Thankfully I dont think that figure is accurate

yep

[HendoDelivered]

Got a bad feeling he’ll end up away.

[easty]

If we sell Boyle this window Dempster can forget sending me ST renewal details in March as wont be interested in coughing up my hard earned early when am very concerned about the boards ambition for the club just now. They need to prove to us in this next week they want to move the club forward.. over to you Ron and Leeann

I don't really understand what ambition we're showing if we say we keep him now but sell him in the summer? We'd still lose him in the summer.

I don't think we'll win the Scottish this year. I think it'll be Celtc or Rangers.

I don't think we'll finish third.

So, is it a lack of ambition in finishing 4th or 5th? I fail to get excited about that.

[Gloucester Hibs]

It'd be incredibly short-sighted to sell Boyle to Celtic in this window. He's going to be playing in the Copa America in the summer so a half-decent tournament and the big fish will come calling. Also we'd essentially be throwing the towel in on the remainder of our season given he's been involved in all of the last 6 goals we've scored. :rolleyes:

[GordonHFC]

My opinion (for what its worth) is that we will do just enough to ensure top six this season with a severe clear out in the summer. Too many defenders getting older together for my liking. something has to change soon.

[Sioux]

I dont trust hibs to replace him properly if he goes.

We hear this stuff all the time. If you really expect that Hibs, or any other club in a similar situation, would spend £1 - £1.5 million on a replacement, you've got rocks in your head. That's roughly 10% of our relatively small turnover. On top of that, a player at that level would command a much higher level of wage than we can afford. Financial suicide.

[Stuart93]

I don't really understand what ambition we're showing if we say we keep him now but sell him in the summer? We'd still lose him in the summer.

I don't think we'll win the Scottish this year. I think it'll be Celtc or Rangers.

I don't think we'll finish third.

So, is it a lack of ambition in finishing 4th or 5th? I fail to get excited about that.

Well aye considering 4th place would get you Europe if one of the old firm wins the scottish?

[bigwheel]

Does anyone really think we have named £1.5M as our price ? I don’t - would be the worst negotiation strategy of all time ....

[Craig_HFC]

We hear this stuff all the time. If you really expect that Hibs, or any other club in a similar situation, would spend £1 - £1.5 million on a replacement, you've got rocks in your head. That's roughly 10% of our relatively small turnover. On top of that, a player at that level would command a much higher level of wage than we can afford. Financial suicide.

He didn't mention anything about spending £1m - £1.5m on a replacement though.

[easty]

Well aye considering 4th place would get you Europe if one of the old firm wins the scottish?

I don't actually think we'll finish 4th, whether we keep Boyle or not. I think we'll finish 5th if we keep him and we'll finish 5th if we sell him.

[Joe6-2]

I dont trust hibs to replace him properly if he goes.

My concerns exactly

[Joe6-2]

I don't really understand what ambition we're showing if we say we keep him now but sell him in the summer? We'd still lose him in the summer.

I don't think we'll win the Scottish this year. I think it'll be Celtc or Rangers.

I don't think we'll finish third.

So, is it a lack of ambition in finishing 4th or 5th? I fail to get excited about that.

You think we can lose players like Boyle and still finish 4th or 5th??

[Peevemor]

This "I don't trust Hibs to replace him properly" stuff is hilarious.

If there was a like-for-like replacement that was available and that Hibs could afford, surely Celtic would sign him instead?

If not, how do Hibs replace him and what do people deem as "properly"? Given that we signed Boyle in the first place, maybe we are capable of signing players like, er, Boyle?

[Since452]

Does anyone really think we have named £1.5M as our price ? I don’t - would be the worst negotiation strategy of all time ....

I agree. It's all hearsay. It's the Daily Record who are famous for telling porkies

[easty]

You think we can lose players like Boyle and still finish 4th or 5th??

I think we can lose Boyle, and finish 5th yeah.

[easty]

This "I don't trust Hibs to replace him properly" stuff is hilarious.

If there was a like-for-like replacement that was available and that Hibs could afford, surely Celtic would sign him instead?

If not, how do Hibs replace him and what do people deem as "properly"? Given that we signed Boyle in the first place, maybe we are capable of signing players like, er, Boyle?

:agree:

[Deansy]

If we sell Boyle this window Dempster can forget sending me ST renewal details in March as wont be interested in coughing up my hard earned early when am very concerned about the boards ambition for the club just now. They need to prove to us in this next week they want to move the club forward.. over to you Ron and Leeann


That's what worries me - it's not exactly been a great season but top-6 and the Scottish Cup are still targets but if we sell - who's currently - our best player then I don't think you'd be alone re ST renewal !. Hopefully Squirrel's well-informed about Septic's policy of buying the opposition's best players just so that they can bench them - it's not as if there's a shortage of examples !

[B.H.F.C]

This "I don't trust Hibs to replace him properly" stuff is hilarious.

If there was a like-for-like replacement that was available and that Hibs could afford, surely Celtic would sign him instead?

If not, how do Hibs replace him and what do people deem as "properly"? Given that we signed Boyle in the first place, maybe we are capable of signing players like, er, Boyle?

People will look at the way we reinvested what we got for McGinn. We were never going to sign someone at the level of McGinn but we failed pretty miserably in trying to get someone in with the potential to grow in to what McGinn was by signing a 33 year old Australian (who didn’t play until September and disappeared to Asia for 6 weeks) and someone in loan from Bournemouth for 6 months.

Add in the fact that we are in the process of moving on players only signed last summer then it’s not really that hilarious when people cast doubts on our ability to find adequate replacements for any players we sell.

[SHODAN]

£1M and Lewis Morgan on a permanent deal. Otherwise, GTF.

[brog]

Does anyone really think we have named £1.5M as our price ? I don’t - would be the worst negotiation strategy of all time ....


Exactly! It's the Sun quoting the Daily Fail. Between them they wouldn't know how to print a truthful story! A chill period is required.

[BegbieHSC]

£1M and Lewis Morgan on a permanent deal. Otherwise, GTF.

Shame Morgan is already loaned to Inter Miami, or I would entertain that offer as a starting point.

[Brightside]

Does anyone really think we have named £1.5M as our price ? I don’t - would be the worst negotiation strategy of all time ....

Not sure you'd expect more than 1.5m tbh?

[GloryGlory]

I agree. It's all hearsay. It's the Daily Record who are famous for telling porkies

There also famous for unsettling players on behalf of the Gruesome Twosome.

[Jones28]

Shame Morgan is already loaned to Inter Miami, or I would entertain that offer as a starting point.

Mikey Johnston then?

[Hibbyradge]

If Boyle goes we will get more for him from the Championship and the player himself will earn more. Boyle should look and see how John McGinn's career has progressed instead of stagnating at Celtic.

Is there anyone in the Championship interested?

[Real Emerald]

Does anyone really think we have named £1.5M as our price ? I don’t - would be the worst negotiation strategy of all time ....

No chance, it’s a figure plucked out of the air. We have no clue what any of our plans are going forward let alone the bargaining amounts our club have placed on players. It’s click bait best ignored.

[BegbieHSC]

Not sure you'd expect more than 1.5m tbh?

Fastest and most in form player in the league.

Are the likes of Edouard/Morelos really worth 20/30x what Boyle is? (Being quoted £20-30m.)

Undoubtedly more talented players, but I don’t think the gulf should be that considerable.

[Brightside]

Fastest and most in form player in the league.

Are the likes of Edouard/Morelos really worth 20/30x what Boyle is? (Being quoted £20-30m.)

Undoubtedly more talented players, but I don’t think the gulf should be that considerable.

I think thats just reality of us being Hibs and them being Celtic. We might want 5m etc but unlikely we are going to get it......maybe Villa will get involved.

[Sioux]

People will look at the way we reinvested what we got for McGinn. We were never going to sign someone at the level of McGinn but we failed pretty miserably in trying to get someone in with the potential to grow in to what McGinn was by signing a 33 year old Australian (who didn’t play until September and disappeared to Asia for 6 weeks) and someone in loan from Bournemouth for 6 months.

Add in the fact that we are in the process of moving on players only signed last summer then it’s not really that hilarious when people cast doubts on our ability to find adequate replacements for any players we sell.


If signing adequate replacements was that easy everyone would do it. Fans wouldn't be 'apoplectic' by selling your best players. Do you think Liverpool fans would be happy to sell Mane, Firmino and Salah this window on the basis that they'd find adequate replacements?

The best players are so called because they are better than the rest. You can't possibly hold the club to account because they couldn't find a player to replace McGinn. Every team wants to find those players, but they are few and far between.

It could be said that Hibs have failed to replace Pat Stanton!

On the other hand, it might be a reasonable suggestion that we can replace Oli Shaw. But unreasonable to suggest that we should replace Griffiths.

[hhibs]

I dont trust hibs to replace him properly if he goes.


Was ever thus.

[Ozyhibby]

I don't really understand what ambition we're showing if we say we keep him now but sell him in the summer? We'd still lose him in the summer.

I don't think we'll win the Scottish this year. I think it'll be Celtc or Rangers.

I don't think we'll finish third.

So, is it a lack of ambition in finishing 4th or 5th? I fail to get excited about that.

4th is Europe which is the stated aim of the club. If we are still sticking to that plan then Boyle should not be sold.


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[Hibbyradge]

I don't actually think we'll finish 4th, whether we keep Boyle or not. I think we'll finish 5th if we keep him and we'll finish 5th if we sell him.

:agree: Where will we finish if he gets injured on Saturday?

We've got 16 league matches remaining this season. It'll be 15 after the weekend. He's almost guaranteed to get at least a knock which will sideline him for a week or two so him leaving now isn't the massive blow some make out, imo, assuming he does leave in the summer.

I'll be disappointed to see him leave, whenever that may be, but if we're properly compensated, then I'll look at the positives and move on.

We'll have made a huge profit on a player who did some good things for us and, we'll be in a better position to recruit for the future.

I'd also be disappointed if he stayed till the end of his contact and walked for nothing. That would not be good business.

We'll continue to win matches without Martin Boyle just as we've lost matches with him in the team.

If he goes, we won't be playing with 10 men. His replacement will bring something, possibly different, to the table.

[PaulSmith]

I wonder if Euan Henderson would be part of any deal for Boyle, he’s a player that Hibs have tried to entice here before.

[Hibbyradge]

You think we can lose players like Boyle and still finish 4th or 5th??

Of course we can.

[FilipinoHibs]

If signing adequate replacements was that easy everyone would do it. Fans wouldn't be 'apoplectic' by selling your best players. Do you think Liverpool fans would be happy to sell Mane, Firmino and Salah this window on the basis that they'd find adequate replacements?

The best players are so called because they are better than the rest. You can't possibly hold the club to account because they couldn't find a player to replace McGinn. Every team wants to find those players, but they are few and far between.

It could be said that Hibs have failed to replace Pat Stanton!

On the other hand, it might be a reasonable suggestion that we can replace Oli Shaw. But unreasonable to suggest that we should replace Griffiths.

Thought Sauzee was a good replacement

[BegbieHSC]

I wonder if Euan Henderson would be part of any deal for Boyle, he’s a player that Hibs have tried to entice here before.

Nir Biton is a player I'd be very keen on, which would knock down my asking price considerably. Although, I don't think there would be much chance of this happening, as he's probably happy coming on 50% of league games for them.

[easty]

Where will we finish if he gets injured on Saturday? We've got 16 league matches remaining this season. It'll be 15 after the weekend. He's almost guaranteed to get at least a knock which will sideline him for a week or two so him leaving now isn't the massive blow some make out, imo, assuming he does leave in the summer.

I'll be disappointed to see him leave, whenever that may be, but if we're properly compensated, then I'll look at the positives and move on.

We'll have made a huge profit on a player who did some good things for us and, we'll be in a better position to recruit for the future.

I'd also be disappointed if he stayed till the end of his contact and walked for nothing. That would not be good business.

We'll continue to win matches without Martin Boyle just as we've lost matches with him in the team.

If he goes, we won't be playing with 10 men. His replacement will bring something, possibly different, to the table.

Couldn't agree with you more Radge

[FilipinoHibs]

Boyle will go in the summer when we have time to find a replacement and there will be more available. £1.5 pure Rantic made up.

[J-C]

Like it or not we're a selling club and every player will have his price and time limit at the club. We got Boyle cheap and he's developed into a cracking player, he'll have ambitions that we can't match and with that comes wages we can't match. There's never a good time to sell one of your better players, we must put our faith in recruitment that they have players in mind that they can get and develop. Very seldom do you get the likes of Hanlon and Stevenson, fingers crossed Boyle is of the same mindset.

[Hibbyradge]

Fastest and most in form player in the league.

Are the likes of Edouard/Morelos really worth 20/30x what Boyle is? (Being quoted £20-30m.)

Undoubtedly more talented players, but I don’t think the gulf should be that considerable.

The gulf is that considerable. You know that.

[mcfly]

Crowds already dropping it’s also no secret our form improved when Martin Boyle came back from injury.

He gives us pace energy and he creates goals. Where are they gonna come from??

We sell him now - forget the Scottish cup and we may/may not scrape the top 6.

We have a rich owner and we sell our best player?

Hardly an incentive to buy a season ticket early.

Let’s wait and see but it doesn’t look great

Over to you hibs but let’s show some ambition please

[BegbieHSC]

The gulf is that considerable. You know that.

I do. And I think it’s absolutely ridiculous. The only way to reduce the gulf is for clubs to consistently stand up and tell the OF to **** off with their frankly derisory offers to other premiership teams again, like we did with McGinn.

The respect the OF have got other teams in the league is beneath contempt.

[Gloucester Hibs]

Of course we can.

He's been involved in all of our last 6 goals we've scored? Sorry but it's wishful thinking we can do without that kind of input and still achieve 4th IMO.

[B.H.F.C]

If signing adequate replacements was that easy everyone would do it. Fans wouldn't be 'apoplectic' by selling your best players. Do you think Liverpool fans would be happy to sell Mane, Firmino and Salah this window on the basis that they'd find adequate replacements?

The best players are so called because they are better than the rest. You can't possibly hold the club to account because they couldn't find a player to replace McGinn. Every team wants to find those players, but they are few and far between.

It could be said that Hibs have failed to replace Pat Stanton!

On the other hand, it might be a reasonable suggestion that we can replace Oli Shaw. But unreasonable to suggest that we should replace Griffiths.

You’ll see that I acknowledged you’re not going to replace McGinn like for like. It’s up to them to find someone that can potentially develop in to that player though. It might not be easy but that’s what we have a whole ‘recruitment team’ for. In the McGinn example, the one we signed was nothing like the one we sold but we bought potential.

I think it’s absolutely fair to hold the club to account for their transfer dealings since summer 2018.

[jacomo]

I do. And I think it’s absolutely ridiculous. The only way to reduce the gulf is for clubs to consistently stand up and tell the OF to **** off with their frankly derisory offers to other premiership teams again, like we did with McGinn.

The respect the OF have got other teams in the league is beneath contempt.


The valuation of players increases exponentially as you get nearer the top.

The whole market is ridiculous. Obviously the old firm are trying to game it in their favour as much as possible, just like any other club.

[The Harp]

If we want to finish as high up the table as we can, and hopefully remain in the Cup, we must hold on to our better players. We can't just continually roll over and be robbed of our best assets by a rival, who will likely want him for sweeties. Time to show we mean business. No sale!

[Hibbyradge]

He's been involved in all of our last 6 goals we've scored? Sorry but it's wishful thinking we can do without that kind of input and still achieve 4th IMO.

We won't get 4th with Boyle, imo. That ship sailed under Heckingbottom.

can get 5th though which is what was asked. But who cares? As long as it's top 6, I'll be content after the season we had.

[147lothian]

Does anyone really think we have named £1.5M as our price ? I don’t - would be the worst negotiation strategy of all time ....

According to Peter Wales EEN, £1.5M is the price Hibs have named

[bingo70]

This "I don't trust Hibs to replace him properly" stuff is hilarious.

If there was a like-for-like replacement that was available and that Hibs could afford, surely Celtic would sign him instead?

If not, how do Hibs replace him and what do people deem as "properly"? Given that we signed Boyle in the first place, maybe we are capable of signing players like, er, Boyle?

Last time we had the job of replacing him we signed a slow left winger so surely you can understand the concern?

[worcesterhibby]

According to Peter Wales EEN, £1.5M is the price Hibs have named

And he most likely read that in The Sun

[sean04]

Hibs need to be careful here, if we sell and don’t replace him then fans won’t be happy. No wanting a wee laddie on loan for 6months

[Joe6-2]

Hibs need to be careful here, if we sell and don’t replace him then fans won’t be happy. No wanting a wee laddie on loan for 6months

Exactly, what message would that send to the fans?

[worcesterhibby]

If signing adequate replacements was that easy everyone would do it. Fans wouldn't be 'apoplectic' by selling your best players. Do you think Liverpool fans would be happy to sell Mane, Firmino and Salah this window on the basis that they'd find adequate replacements?

The best players are so called because they are better than the rest. You can't possibly hold the club to account because they couldn't find a player to replace McGinn. Every team wants to find those players, but they are few and far between.

It could be said that Hibs have failed to replace Pat Stanton!

On the other hand, it might be a reasonable suggestion that we can replace Oli Shaw. But unreasonable to suggest that we should replace Griffiths.

It's also worth pointing out that both McGinn and Boyle improved dramatically during their time at Hibs. It's impossible for Hibs to sign like for like replacements, unless people mean "Like they were when we bought them". I suspect if we sell Martin Boyle and then replace him with someone that can't hold down a first team place at Dundee, there will be outcries of "a lack of ambition" but that's exactly the player that Boyle was when we bought him.

[worcesterhibby]

Hibs need to be careful here, if we sell and don’t replace him then fans won’t be happy. No wanting a wee laddie on loan for 6months

Just to be clear, we signed Martin Boyle on Loan from Dundee for 6 months when he first started playing for Hibs...so surely that would be a like for like replacement ?

[Peevemor]

It's also worth pointing out that both McGinn and Boyle improved dramatically during their time at Hibs. It's impossible for Hibs to sign like for like replacements, unless people mean "Like they were when we bought them". I suspect if we sell Martin Boyle and then replace him with someone that can't hold down a first team place at Dundee, there will be outcries of "a lack of ambition" but that's exactly the player that Boyle was when we bought him.

Yes, but at least those that only post negative stuff regardless of what the club does will have less thinking to do to find their material.

[147lothian]

And he most likely read that in The Sun

Yip true he says Hibs will reject offers below 1.5M no mention if anyone is coming the other way as part of the deal, has Peter Wales got a reputation for making things up and guess work or has he reported anything accurate in the past?

[HoboHarry]

Yip true he says Hibs will reject offers below 1.5M no mention if anyone is coming the other way as part of the deal, has Peter Wales got a reputation for making things up and guess work or has he reported anything accurate in the past?
If he reports on Scottish football then yes.

[.Sean.]

Nir Biton is a player I'd be very keen on, which would knock down my asking price considerably. Although, I don't think there would be much chance of this happening, as he's probably happy coming on 50% of league games for them.
I also think the circa 15 grand a week Biton will be on will see that as a non starter

[Unseen work]

Boyle is one of few positives and players actually on form for us, he is a huge player for us not only in attacking but he also wins the ball back and closes opponents down very well.

Imo are still lacking/need improvements on a defensive midfielder, Centre back, left back, left winger and striker. Please don’t make us now need a right winger too.

1.5 million is probably fair for Boyle but where does that leave us? A week to go in the window and having lost our most influential player who brings a different dynamic to our play.

Im wanting a good few signings in before next Friday and to keep Boyle.

Fwiw I don’t think we will finish fourth with Boyle, Aberdeen are too far ahead imo. Best we can get this season will be 5th.

[Blaster]

£1m +
Taylor the left back permanently
Bitton on loan till end of the season
Unlikely but worth asking 😄

[Unseen work]

Notice Euan Henderson has been recalled by Celtic.

A really good young player but I hope this isn’t so they can loan him to us in place of Boyle as he’s the last type of player we need and never played much for county.

[Hibbyradge]

Imo are still lacking/need improvements on a defensive midfielder, Centre back, left back, left winger and striker. Please don’t make us now need a right winger too.

Im wanting a good few signings in before next Friday and to keep Boyle.



Ladies and gentlemen, I give you page 4 of the last Labour Party manifesto. :greengrin

Supporters find it hard to accept, but we can't do everything on limited resources.

If we do sell Boyle for £1.5m, we'll be in a far better position to fill the positions than if we just rely on our current bank balance.

As someone pointed out elsewhere, we really need to build from the back so while we may not be replacing like for like, we will still be improving the team.

[we are hibs]

We hear this stuff all the time. If you really expect that Hibs, or any other club in a similar situation, would spend £1 - £1.5 million on a replacement, you've got rocks in your head. That's roughly 10% of our relatively small turnover. On top of that, a player at that level would command a much higher level of wage than we can afford. Financial suicide.


I said nothing about spending any money recieved on a replacement. Thanks.

This "I don't trust Hibs to replace him properly" stuff is hilarious.

If there was a like-for-like replacement that was available and that Hibs could afford, surely Celtic would sign him instead?

If not, how do Hibs replace him and what do people deem as "properly"? Given that we signed Boyle in the first place, maybe we are capable of signing players like, er, Boyle?

You're sense of humour must be outstanding. :rolleyes:

Again i said nothing about bringing in a player of the exact quality of boyle. We lost mcginn, allan and mcgeouch and replaced them with hyndman mallan milligan. We couldve done better than those 3 without signing ready made players. There is a difference between bringing players in who clearly have some sort of ability who can be worked on and bringing in players who simply arent good enough. Mcginn wasnt perfect when he came in but you could tell there was a player there worth sticking at. I dont trust hibs to replace boyle with someone who has the same potential to grow as he has. Not after the last few summer windows anyway.

[JXM73]

Boyle is one of few positives and players actually on form for us, he is a huge player for us not only in attacking but he also wins the ball back and closes opponents down very well.

Imo are still lacking/need improvements on a defensive midfielder, Centre back, left back, left winger and striker. Please don’t make us now need a right winger too.

1.5 million is probably fair for Boyle but where does that leave us? A week to go in the window and having lost our most influential player who brings a different dynamic to our play.

Im wanting a good few signings in before next Friday and to keep Boyle.

Fwiw I don’t think we will finish fourth with Boyle, Aberdeen are too far ahead imo. Best we can get this season will be 5th.

To far in front? 8 points and we have to play them twice? Lack of ambition i find astonishing...

[Unseen work]

Ladies and gentlemen, I give you page 4 of the last Labour Party manifesto. :greengrin

Supporters find it hard to accept, but we can't do everything on limited resources.

If we do sell Boyle for £1.5m, we'll be in a far better position to fill the positions than if we just rely on our current bank balance.

As someone pointed out elsewhere, we really need to build from the back so while we may not be replacing like for like, we will still be improving the team.

Sorry but for this league I’m not buying for one second that we have limited resources. EEN done a article lately which showed the clubs annul player salaries and we were considerably higher than Motherwell and Livingston, two teams currently above us.

Im not saying to spend millions, but there are affordable players out there that would improve us, we need to recruit better not just chuck money about.

Shaw - Transfer, 6 figure sum allegedly?
Maxwell - Loan terminated
Vela - Free transfer
Middleton - Loan terminated

With only Omeonga and Bogdan coming in?

We should be able to sign players that improve us without having to sell our best player.

[EAZY-ME]

I'm hearing that mikey Johnson lad might be coming to us as part of a deal ..... guy at work saying a loan.. don't know how anyone can be sure of anything at this stage though

[Unseen work]

To far in front? 8 points and we have to play them twice? Lack of ambition i find astonishing...

I just personally can’t see us closing that gap on Aberdeen the way both teams are at the moment.

If we sign another couple of players then it’s possible.

[KanyeWestLower]

Notice Euan Henderson has been recalled by Celtic.

A really good young player but I hope this isn’t so they can loan him to us in place of Boyle as he’s the last type of player we need and never played much for county.

Don’t think he can play for another club this season because of the 3 club rule. He played 1 minute for Celtic before signing on loan for Ross County.


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[sean04]

Exactly, what message would that send to the fans?

Ron Gordon talked about competing at the top of the table, you can’t do that whilst selling your best players to rivals and replacing them with 1 of there squad players on loan. The money has got to be reinvested

[Hibs90]

Hibs need to be careful here, if we sell and don’t replace him then fans won’t be happy. No wanting a wee laddie on loan for 6months

Yup. Serious lack of ambition if thats the case.

[PH91]

Can't even get a single on the bus for that!

Hahaha.

It's probably not a bad guess at Celtic's opening bid.

[GreenPJ]

Yup. Serious lack of ambition if thats the case.

Best deal would be to sell for £1.25-1.5M and retain him on loan for remainder of the season. It sounds as if that its inevitable he would go in the summer with interest generated now and media hype so whilst we may get more bidders and potential higher value in Summer dependent on the other bids its unknown and that money now could be used to supplement more immediate areas or give us funds to start talking to players who may come in the summer.

[jacomo]

It's also worth pointing out that both McGinn and Boyle improved dramatically during their time at Hibs. It's impossible for Hibs to sign like for like replacements, unless people mean "Like they were when we bought them". I suspect if we sell Martin Boyle and then replace him with someone that can't hold down a first team place at Dundee, there will be outcries of "a lack of ambition" but that's exactly the player that Boyle was when we bought him.


Indeed.

This is why it is so difficult for Hibs to replace our best players. Ideally we’d already have a younger player chomping at the bit for more game time... for example Fraser Murray (although I accept he is nothing like an adequate replacement for Squirrel).

Regardless of Boyle’s market value just now, he is near irreplaceable for us just now. I would expect a huge bid from Celtc for us to even consider it.

[jacomo]

Best deal would be to sell for £1.25-1.5M and retain him on loan for remainder of the season. It sounds as if that its inevitable he would go in the summer with interest generated now and media hype so whilst we may get more bidders and potential higher value in Summer dependent on the other bids its unknown and that money now could be used to supplement more immediate areas or give us funds to start talking to players who may come in the summer.


Sounds tempting but I don’t like loans within the same league.

He wouldn’t be allowed to play for us v Celtc, and subconsciously at least his thoughts would be on the summer (international tournament, new club) and not Hibs.

[basehibby]

Are we seriously asking for just £1.5m for Boyle? Really

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5205736/celtic-transfer-news-hibs-martin-boyle/

We should be seriously telling all comers to GTF at this stage. We should by no stretch of the imagination be even slightly tempted to sell Boyle this window. Offer him a contract extension before the end of the season - if he doesn't sign then listen to offers in the summer.

[we are hibs]

"St Mirren are targeting a new midfielder after being dealt a Kyle Magennis hammer blow.

Jim Goodwin has confirmed Magennis will miss the rest of the season after being stretchered off at Ibrox on Wednesday night."



I know goodwin had suggested last month hibs were interested in him

[Hibstrooper]

£3m or get tae, no way I'd be accepting £1.5m.

Yes on the surface it seems high however it sends a message out for any future business of the numbers we operate in. Look at Aberdeen, people thought they were crazy saying £8m for McKenna who we all know is limited. Even with him having a mediocre season they will still probably be looking at £3-4m in the summer because they set a marker.

He is our best and most influential player, we don't need to sell and doing could potentially do more harm in terms of reaction from fan base than £1.5m would make up for.

[JXM73]

Boyle is at best worth 750k... and because it's celtic I'd reject any offer under 2 million...

[Joe6-2]

Ron Gordon talked about competing at the top of the table, you can’t do that whilst selling your best players to rivals and replacing them with 1 of there squad players on loan. The money has got to be reinvested

Totally agree, it’s about time RG was telling us how he is going to get us competing at the top of the table

[madhatter]

Exactly, what message would that send to the fans?

"Don't renew your season ticket". I'm hearing load and clear. If we sell Boyle on the cheap and then take a youngster on loan for 6months to justify the low fee then I'm done. Especially if we don't invest the money in players. Club have to stop it. Don't want to stand in the way of players progressing their careers but club should get appropriate fees for players and invest it properly. This season alone shows how far we have gone backwards from selling our best player and not replacing. McGinn to mediocrity (accompanying "there is no money" statements).