Summer 2020-21 transfer thread

[04Sauzee]

Has he had a pre-season?

He was training on his own then with Hamilton if i remember correctly

[Robbo6-2]

Looks like both are using each other

[hfc rd]

Good signing for Motherwell that, even though it’s till January

[Brightside]

Obv some issue with the player if he is only getting a Jan deal and at Motherwell.

[S4uzee]

Obv some issue with the player if he is only getting a Jan deal and at Motherwell.

He’s just not very good

[Keyser Sauzee]

He’s just not very good

Exactly. Way overrated

[B.H.F.C]

He’s just not very good

Benefited from Scotland having no right backs and got a few caps which enhanced his reputation beyond his actual abilities.

Seemed to thInk he was going to get a move to a decent championship club but the biggest club to offer him anything seems to have been Oxford Utd. Who knows, maybe Covid worked against him a bit.

[Heisenberg]

Second bid in for McCrorie.

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5927331/ross-mccrorie-rangers-hibs/

[Souter96Mac]

Second bid in for McCrorie.

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5927331/ross-mccrorie-rangers-hibs/

Sounds like Hibs/Ross are really keen on bringing McCrorie in. Hope we can get this over the line

[Hibs90]

I much prefer the recruitment policy of young hungry Scottish players that we adapted under Stubbs and now Ross than the Lennon/Hecky approach.

[weecounty hibby]

Don't want to come over all Jambo about this but I'm not sure we were interested in him if he has signed for Motherwell on a short term deal.

[bingo70]

I much prefer the recruitment policy of young hungry Scottish players that we adapted under Stubbs and now Ross than the Lennon/Hecky approach.

With seasons finishing at different times in England and across Europe I like that we’re looking to sign Scottish based players. Anyone signing from England or abroad now would likely need a few weeks pre-season and then a few games to get up to speed.

This season in particular I think signing players that know the game up here and have been based here makes complete sense.

[Greenworld]

With seasons finishing at different times in England and across Europe I like that we’re looking to sign Scottish based players. Anyone signing from England or abroad now would likely need a few weeks pre-season and then a few games to get up to speed.

This season in particular I think signing players that know the game up here and have been based here makes complete sense.Yes I'm with you on this, you've got to think Hibs are going in with a bid they think rangers will accept , givin discussions have taken place already.

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[Unseen work]

Second bid in for McCrorie.

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5927331/ross-mccrorie-rangers-hibs/

Delighted

Hopefully with Rangers “mulling it over” means we’re very close and a deal could be struck before Saturday.

Good to hear McCrorie sounds really keen on the move.

[Vault Boy]

Don't want to come over all Jambo about this but I'm not sure we were interested in him if he has signed for Motherwell on a short term deal.

I've posted this a few times but just to throw it out one last time - we were never after him.

If he does well enough for Motherwell he'll just want to head down south in January.

[weecounty hibby]

I've posted this a few times but just to throw it out one last time - we were never after him.

If he does well enough for Motherwell he'll just want to head down south in January.

👍

[ElginHibbie]

I much prefer the recruitment policy of young hungry Scottish players that we adapted under Stubbs and now Ross than the Lennon/Hecky approach.

While I tend to agree, I think lower league England shouldn’t be ignored as can be gems Doidge available

The salary cap being introduced in lower leagues there might also help us with those gems?

[SMAXXA]

Jason Kerr and McCrorie are exactly the type we should be going for

[04Sauzee]

Jason Kerr and McCrorie are exactly the type we should be going for

Jason Kerr still has 2 years left on his contract and is a regular 1st team player. I'd imagine St Johnstone would be looking for a decent fee unless they are needing money in?

Also would he get in ahead of Porteous and Hanlon?

Can he play in a 3 and a 4? I don't know much about him tbh other than he's played alot of games for a young lad.

[HendoDelivered]

Jason Kerr and McCrorie are exactly the type we should be going for

Would be a phenomenal bit of business from us if we got both. Wonder how likely it is?

[SMAXXA]

The transfer model appears to have had a refreshing change in direction with signing Young hungry players who know the Scottish game and fit the mould of sell in a few years. Expect 4 year deals on both if they go through

[Greencore]

The transfer model appears to have had a refreshing change in direction with signing Young hungry players who know the Scottish game and fit the mould of sell in a few years. Expect 4 year deals on both if they go through
Wasn't this Ron Gordon's Plan for the club?

[SMAXXA]

Wasn't this Ron Gordon's Plan for the club?

Yes it’s the model we have been told is the way we want to go which is the best way forward imo. Btw that was some game of golf JR had with RG, he must have carried his clubs, bought all the drinks and polished his balls to get more cash out for players

[GreenCastle]

The transfer model appears to have had a refreshing change in direction with signing Young hungry players who know the Scottish game and fit the mould of sell in a few years. Expect 4 year deals on both if they go through

Don’t forget leaders too..

Gogic has captained Hamilton
McCrorie - hailed as possible future Rangers captain
Kerr - Saints Captain

Would be 2 impressive signings if they go through.

[Lee Marvin]

sorry, where has this Jason Kerr link come from?

[Iggy Pope]

sorry, where has this Jason Kerr link come from?

Someone sees he has a Hibs tattoo on his leg, nothing more.

[HendoDelivered]

sorry, where has this Jason Kerr link come from?

A journo on Twitter

[badabing67]

sorry, where has this Jason Kerr link come from?

Originally Posted by Stuart93:
Ex sports journalist Andy Ridgwell saying on Twitter we’re wanting Jason Kerr from St J

If there’s any truth in this, I know someone on the PM board who would confirm or deny this
Think he’s a Hibs supporter too

[Greencore]

Yes it’s the model we have been told is the way we want to go which is the best way forward imo. Btw that was some game of golf JR had with RG, he must have carried his clubs, bought all the drinks and polished his balls to get more cash out for players

Either this or Ross is a similar golfer to happy gilmore and RG was just too impressed.

[Eyrie]

Even before the season kicked off we were in a strong position to secure European football compared to other clubs, so I think Gordon has decided to pony up for good young Scottish talent (Nisbet, McCrorie and possibly Kerr).

[BegbieHSC]

We mean ****** business this year.

[S4uzee]

The transfer model appears to have had a refreshing change in direction with signing Young hungry players who know the Scottish game and fit the mould of sell in a few years. Expect 4 year deals on both if they go through

You’re usually good with info. Anything in Jason Kerr?

[04Sauzee]

The boys from TheTwoPointOne podcast taking about Kerr only 4 months or so ago

https://youtu.be/3hPmVdrZFeQ

[Slim Shady]

I much prefer the recruitment policy of young hungry Scottish players that we adapted under Stubbs and now Ross than the Lennon/Hecky approach.

latter part of this statement is so far from the truth.

[Unseen work]

Surely there’s no chance of us getting McCrorie and Kerr.

We will get McCrorie imo, huge asset that can cover numerous positions.

Be interesting to see the other players were linked with, really do think we will get another attacking player too.

[hfc rd]

Surely there’s no chance of us getting McCrorie and Kerr.

We will get McCrorie imo, huge asset that can cover numerous positions.

Be interesting to see the other players were linked with, really do think we will get another attacking player too.


Yep, same here.

Can see McCrorie happening and I’d be delighted if we got Kerr too but I doubt it. Can only see us going for Kerr if we were to lose Porteous for decent money which I personally can’t see happening in this window.

[Just_Jimmy]

... and polished his balls...

Cannot doubt Jack's commitment to the cause if he'll go that far. [emoji23]

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[Greencore]

Cannot doubt Jack's commitment to the cause if he'll go that far. [emoji23]

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😂

[SMAXXA]

You’re usually good with info. Anything in Jason Kerr?

From what I know we have had a long-standing interest in him but have not made any offer. I think St J are aware of our interest but nothing agreed on any offers or valuation so that would have a bit of a way to go. As you would expect JK would be very keen to come here.

I’d expect RM to be done but but not in time for the Motherwell game.

[Kaff]

Surely there’s no chance of us getting McCrorie and Kerr.

We will get McCrorie imo, huge asset that can cover numerous positions.

Be interesting to see the other players were linked with, really do think we will get another attacking player too.

I've not been overly impressed with McCrorie (that sounds too harsh tbh) when I've seen him but he is probably a player who will improve with a consistent run in a team and a manager who works with him as an asset he wants.
He has the physical attributes and sounds like good attitude so look forward to potential of getting him and how he develops.
Great that it's these younger players with development potential we're going for in general although Gogic is classic case of someone coming in and being ready straight away so it is a balance that's needed as always

[SMAXXA]

Cannot doubt Jack's commitment to the cause if he'll go that far. [emoji23]

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In for a penny in for a pound 😂

[Brightside]

McCrorie is a long term project for hibs imo. A good one for the future. And if it works out a potential pay day for us. That’s the kind of player we need to invest in. For that reason I’ll be happy if we get him. Unlike some I don’t see him as a must have for right now but he’s potentially a great long term option. Hanlon/McGinn have maybe a season or so left. So paying money for 22+ guys is a good model.

[Rumble de Thump]

sorry, where has this Jason Kerr link come from?

A fake Twitter account.

[04Sauzee]

sorry, where has this Jason Kerr link come from?

From this boy on Twitted

https://twitter.com/RidgwellAndy/status/1293952200385986560?s=19

Seems dodgy

[superfurryhibby]

McCrorie is a long term project for hibs imo. A good one for the future. And if it works out a potential pay day for us. That’s the kind of player we need to invest in. For that reason I’ll be happy if we get him. Unlike some I don’t see him as a must have for right now but he’s potentially a great long term option. Hanlon/McGinn have maybe a season or so left. So paying money for 22+ guys is a good model.

Agree with the broader sentiment and signing younger players with potential to develop them, but with regard to Hanlon, he is only 30. I would hope Hibs get a few more years from him yet?

[MWHIBBIES]

McCrorie is a long term project for hibs imo. A good one for the future. And if it works out a potential pay day for us. That’s the kind of player we need to invest in. For that reason I’ll be happy if we get him. Unlike some I don’t see him as a must have for right now but he’s potentially a great long term option. Hanlon/McGinn have maybe a season or so left. So paying money for 22+ guys is a good model.

Hanlon is 30, McGinn 29. They have more than that left.

Darren McGregor was 30 when he joined Hibs, we certainly got more than 1 year from him.

[Brightside]

Agree with the broader sentiment and signing younger players with potential to develop them, but with regard to Hanlon, he is only 30. I would hope Hibs get a few more years from him yet?

I’m a bit of a fan of Hanlon. 😂. But bringing players in now with a view to replace these players without urgency is the way forward.

[Greenbeard]

Delighted

Hopefully with Rangers “mulling it over” means we’re very close and a deal could be struck before Saturday.

Good to hear McCrorie sounds really keen on the move.
No counting chickens.
I'd bet on the Huns not being keen on selling to a rival club and instead luring Hibs into an increased offer so they can inflate his price to a club down south.

[theonlywayisup]

I'd bet on the Huns not being keen on selling to a rival club and instead luring Hibs into an increased offer so they can inflate his price to a club down south.

However, an alternative view might be that a strong Hibs team might take points of Celtic. Based on last year, The Rangers were more likely to drop points against the the rest than Celtic were. It's a gamble for The Rangers, but they may take the view that a stronger opposition may benefit them, if they feel that they've improved on last season.

Only a thought!

[Leitherhibs]

The Jason Kerr link is nonsense. No contact between us and St J. The player would move to Hibs in a heartbeat given the chance though.

[04Sauzee]

The Jason Kerr link is nonsense. No contact between us and St J. The player would move to Hibs in a heartbeat given the chance though.

This doesn't come as a surprise tbh

[Souter96Mac]

The Jason Kerr link is nonsense. No contact between us and St J. The player would move to Hibs in a heartbeat given the chance though.

Checking the transfermarket website, and it looks like he's contracted til 2022 so makes it even more unlikely I feel. First choice CB at St Johnstone, I doubt they'd let him go for pennies

[HendoDelivered]

Edging closer maybe.

“Rangers boss Steven Gerrard confirms Hibs have made a second bid for Ross McCrorie.

Gerrard says McCrorie has “made it clear he wants to move on” and will be chatting to the player today.

@STVSport for more”

[jacomo]

The Jason Kerr link is nonsense. No contact between us and St J. The player would move to Hibs in a heartbeat given the chance though.


Would be a great signing imo.

[ElginHibbie]

Edging closer maybe.

“Rangers boss Steven Gerrard confirms Hibs have made a second bid for Ross McCrorie.

Gerrard says McCrorie has “made it clear he wants to move on” and will be chatting to the player today.

@STVSport for more”

#HandItIn

[007]

However, an alternative view might be that a strong Hibs team might take points of Celtic. Based on last year, The Rangers were more likely to drop points against the the rest than Celtic were. It's a gamble for The Rangers, but they may take the view that a stronger opposition may benefit them, if they feel that they've improved on last season.

Only a thought!

That would be a good reason if it was a loan deal but it has been stated it would be permanent so he's just as likely to help us take points off Rangers.

[Unseen work]

@JordanC1007

“Gerrard also confirms that Hibs have made a fresh bid for Ross McCrorie, which “moves it a little closer”. The player has said he wants to move on.


Also said that Greg Docherty’s future will be a decision for the player.”

Reporter for the Rangers, seems like it could get done soon.

[Callum_62]

Mcrorie will sign

Wonder where Ross sees him playing?

Will be signing as a starter for sure

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[calumhibee1]

If there was somehow money left after RM then we should be going all out for Docherty imo. Would leave us with numerous players (Nisbet, Porteous, McRorie, Docherty, potentially Doig) with potentially large sell on values on long term deals.

And of course most importantly he’d improve us:

[MWHIBBIES]

Mcrorie will sign

Wonder where Ross sees him playing?

Will be signing as a starter for sure

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My guess would be the right central defender/right back position McGinn is currently playing. Good chance its also central midfield.

[Callum_62]

My guess would be the right central defender/right back position McGinn is currently playing. Good chance its also central midfield.Newell Mcrorie
Gogic

Certainly solid and wouldn't be bullied

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[Unseen work]

Mcrorie will sign

Wonder where Ross sees him playing?

Will be signing as a starter for sure

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Centre mid imo, it’s his best position.

[B.H.F.C]

Newell Mcrorie
Gogic

Certainly solid and wouldn't be bullied

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I’d see McCrorie as being the out and out sitting midfielder if he was playing in the middle of the park. Mate who is a season ticket holder through there reckons his best qualities are without the ball and he is fairly limited with it. Gogic has surprised me by how much he gets about the pitch, he wants to go and play.

I think there is room for the two of them in the middle of the park but, from what we’ve seen so far, we’re not going to play the same shape all the time anyway.

[Onceinawhile]

I’d see McCrorie as being the out and out sitting midfielder if he was playing in the middle of the park. Mate who is a season ticket holder through there reckons his best qualities are without the ball and he is fairly limited with it. Gogic has surprised me by how much he gets about the pitch, he wants to go and play.

I think there is room for the two of them in the middle of the park but, from what we’ve seen so far, we’re not going to play the same shape all the time anyway.

Agreed. I thought gogic would just sit and break up attacks, but he wants on the ball and doesn't just play the simple pass.

[Tambo]

Says online McCrorie really wants a permanent move to hibs.

[Dmas]

My guess would be the right central defender/right back position McGinn is currently playing. Good chance its also central midfield.

That’s what I think, Porto Hanlon McCrorie a 3 at the back Gogic in front, still means jack can change during games as McCrorie can play RB Hanlon also at LB

[Jones28]

@JordanC1007

“Gerrard also confirms that Hibs have made a fresh bid for Ross McCrorie, which “moves it a little closer”. The player has said he wants to move on.


Also said that Greg Docherty’s future will be a decision for the player.”

Reporter for the Rangers, seems like it could get done soon.

If the player wants it to happen it will.

I’m still sceptical he wants to come to us though.

[SMAXXA]

If there was somehow money left after RM then we should be going all out for Docherty imo. Would leave us with numerous players (Nisbet, Porteous, McRorie, Docherty, potentially Doig) with potentially large sell on values on long term deals.

And of course most importantly he’d improve us:

Murray to go out on loan and wouldn’t rule out Hallberg moving on either

[500miles]

Not usually one to be negative about our targets, but he wasn't popular at Portsmouth and reading between the lines with Rangers fans, he sounds like a bit of a hatchet man rather than a gifted player and that's not really been a successful kind of player for us. Certainly not the kind of player I'd dig deep for.

[RoxburghHibs]

Not usually one to be negative about our targets, but he wasn't popular at Portsmouth and reading between the lines with Rangers fans, he sounds like a bit of a hatchet man rather than a gifted player and that's not really been a successful kind of player for us. Certainly not the kind of player I'd dig deep for.

He was played out of position at Portsmouth.

[AlbertK86]

Allan started the first match and we won. How can you see he needs to add more to his game if he is to start. He started all last season and the first game of this one.

I think the overreaction to a guy being out for 2 away matches is way too much.

And we got the winning goal when he came on against Utd.

Too many folk putting the boot in on Scott


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[andrew70]

Not usually one to be negative about our targets, but he wasn't popular at Portsmouth and reading between the lines with Rangers fans, he sounds like a bit of a hatchet man rather than a gifted player and that's not really been a successful kind of player for us. Certainly not the kind of player I'd dig deep for.

Sure it's been discussed but he played right back at Pompey.

Definitely more than a hatchet man. Likes to tackle but also make the play from deep. He isn't quite a ball carrier more of a player who links the play to forward going players.

[AlbertK86]

But how many passes did he actually make?

It’s easy for stats like that to be skewed without knowing the full picture.

I’ve perhaps been a little harsh in my opinion of him on Tuesday.

It’s also easy to jump on the bandwagon of him giving the ball away constantly


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[Heedersnvolleys]

The Kerr story might be keek but we have to be looking in that area surely after Jackson is gone? Especially if we think McCorie is better in midfield? Or he feels McCorie is his replacement?

[Unseen work]

Not usually one to be negative about our targets, but he wasn't popular at Portsmouth and reading between the lines with Rangers fans, he sounds like a bit of a hatchet man rather than a gifted player and that's not really been a successful kind of player for us. Certainly not the kind of player I'd dig deep for.

From what I read he was getting on really well at Pompey up until his injury which set him back a bit.

Hatchet man is very harsh, Rangers fans see to be of the opinion he is really good in the physical games (which is every game imo) but lacks technical ability to play in a Gerrard team.

They said Docherty wasn’t good enough technically, Barker is another that’s deemed not good enough.

I wouldn’t worry about Rangers fans opinions are, their expectation levels and needs are different to ours. He’s a good player.

[Heedersnvolleys]

And we got the winning goal when he came on against Utd.

Too many folk putting the boot in on Scott


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Yip, I thought he done well when he came on against Utd. Energetic, harried and tried to get on the ball. Broke play up a few times near the end when they began to throw everything at us.

[keep the faith]

And we got the winning goal when he came on against Utd.

Too many folk putting the boot in on Scott


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It's a sad day when people are getting over excited about defensive midfielders and slating the most exciting hibs player since Latapy.

We need those players who can dig in for sure, but my god I hope Scott Allan is here until he retires! Love to watch him play and his impact is huge.

[Nicho87]

It's a sad day when people are getting over excited about defensive midfielders and slating the most exciting hibs player since latapy.

We need those players who can dig in for sure,but my god I hope Scott allan is here until he retires! Love to watch him play and his impact is huge.

Agree on Allan. All teams in spfl would love to have a player of his ability bar the two uglies. Not enough players like him that are Scottish sadly.

[hibbyfraelibby]

Find it a tad harsh when your Sunday leagues are allowed to train, Leith athletic etc are back as well, harsh but very very funny

Not any more they're not.

[Hibs4185]

Headline in the Daily Record tomorrow

McCrorie would walk over broken glass to play for Edinburgh’s Premier Football team, who pumped The Rangers formerly known as Rangers in the 2016 Scottish Cup Final.

McCrorie commented “it was a no brainer when I heard hibs where interested. I want to win trophies and as Rangers have only won the Petrofac Cup, I felt hibs gave me the opportunity to do that. With hibs currently being unbeaten and top of the league, champions league football next year is a real possibility as well as 2 opportunities at the Scottish Cup.”

[A Hi-Bee]

It's a sad day when people are getting over excited about defensive midfielders and slating the most exciting hibs player since Latapy.

We need those players who can dig in for sure, but my god I hope Scott Allan is here until he retires! Love to watch him play and his impact is huge.

Agree, great wee player, its a long season and we will need different types of players for different types of opponents. Its a squad game now and we cannot have too much quality.
:flag::flag::flag:

[superfurryhibby]

And we got the winning goal when he came on against Utd.

Too many folk putting the boot in on Scott


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Sorry, but that's more exaggerated than any criticism of Allan has been. I think there is unanimous agreement on here that Allan is a talent. However, he's not immune from the same scrutiny that applies to any other Hibs player. Try reading the discussion on Doidge after the Aberdeen game, or the various critiques of Paui Hanlon from last season, that's what I call putting the boot in.


It's a sad day when people are getting over excited about defensive midfielders and slating the most exciting hibs player since Latapy.

We need those players who can dig in for sure, but my god I hope Scott Allan is here until he retires! Love to watch him play and his impact is huge.

A tad overdoing the hyperbole. If people are excited it's because we have a more balanced squad than we have had for a number of years. I also love to see Allan on song, he can have a big impact on any match. However, last season showed that he can also be a bit of a luxury. Each to their own, but there are players that I've found get me out of my seat since Latapy, Allan isn't that high on my list.

[K-Zazu]

We need players that are going to get stuck in. McCrorie from what i have seen of him is a bit of a dirty bassa who goes around kicking folk, but that’s how u are successful in Scottish football. Graeme Shinnie is a perfect example dirty bassa but it worked

[keep the faith]

Sorry, but that's more exaggerated than any criticism of Allan has been. I think there is unanimous agreement on here that Allan is a talent. However, he's not immune from the same scrutiny that applies to any other Hibs player. Try reading the discussion on Doidge after the Aberdeen game, or the various critiques of Paui Hanlon from last season, that's what I call putting the boot in.



A tad overdoing the hyperbole. If people are excited it's because we have a more balanced squad than we have had for a number of years. I also love to see Allan on song, he can have a big impact on any match. However, last season showed that he can also be a bit of a luxury. Each to their own, but there are players that I've found get me out of my seat since Latapy, Allan isn't that high on my list.

Wow! I cant think of anyone else who does what Allan does. Sure you must have seen them though.
I'm a fan and I personally think he is a player to be enjoyed and the type who separates us from the yams.

[Ozyhibby]

I’m surprised Hull can offer more money to Docherty than we can considering the salary cap restrictions they are working under?


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[flash]

I’m surprised Hull can offer more money to Docherty than we can considering the salary cap restrictions they are working under?


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Maybe he just wants to go there.

[superfurryhibby]

Wow! I cant think of anyone else who does what Allan does. Sure you must have seen them though.
I'm a fan and I personally think he is a player to be enjoyed and the type who separates us from the yams.

It's not really a big wow though , is it?

Players like Riordain, O'Connor, Griffiths, Sproule, Stokes, Boyle, they get my pulse racing.

I'm a fan too, but Allan isn't in that league for me. He was at his best when he had the quality of McGinn and Mcgeouch around him. On his return, he's been hot and cold, marginalised in some big games and found wanting (along with plenty of others). That's hardly putting the boot in etc, etc.

[AlbertK86]

It's a sad day when people are getting over excited about defensive midfielders and slating the most exciting hibs player since Latapy.

We need those players who can dig in for sure, but my god I hope Scott Allan is here until he retires! Love to watch him play and his impact is huge.

Well said


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[TelaStella]

We need players that are going to get stuck in. McCrorie from what i have seen of him is a bit of a dirty bassa who goes around kicking folk, but that’s how u are successful in Scottish football. Graeme Shinnie is a perfect example dirty bassa but it worked

The kind of dirty bassa you absolutely can’t stand to play against but everyone wants one in their team. The boy can play though and we shouldn’t be underestimating that. Only going by what is being reported in the media but his desire to get this move, dropping down a peg from his boyhood club to come and play and be successful with us speaks volumes and is due credit. Granted everything works out, Ross McCrorie will become a very valuable and long treasured asset of ours, mark my words.


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[AlbertK86]

Sorry, but that's more exaggerated than any criticism of Allan has been. I think there is unanimous agreement on here that Allan is a talent. However, he's not immune from the same scrutiny that applies to any other Hibs player. Try reading the discussion on Doidge after the Aberdeen game, or the various critiques of Paui Hanlon from last season, that's what I call putting the boot in.



A tad overdoing the hyperbole. If people are excited it's because we have a more balanced squad than we have had for a number of years. I also love to see Allan on song, he can have a big impact on any match. However, last season showed that he can also be a bit of a luxury. Each to their own, but there are players that I've found get me out of my seat since Latapy, Allan isn't that high on my list.

I defended both Doidge and Hanlon on here as well.

Stand by my point but as I’ve said before all about opinions so I’ll respect others while not necessarily agreeing with them


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[Solonleith1]

Not ITK by any stretch but heard a rumour MCrorie will sign tomorrow. Could be nonsense though so dont shoot the messenger! To me hes the kind of guy we should be signing. Young, talented and plenty of re sale value in future all going well.

[04Sauzee]

It's not really a big wow though , is it?

Players like Riordain, O'Connor, Griffiths, Sproule, Stokes, Boyle, they get my pulse racing.

I'm a fan too, but Allan isn't in that league for me. He was at his best when he had the quality of McGinn and Mcgeouch around him. On his return, he's been hot and cold, marginalised in some big games and found wanting (along with plenty of others). That's hardly putting the boot in etc, etc.

Correct Allan isn't in the same league as Sproule, he's about 2 leagues above. IMO off course

[delbert]

Maybe he just wants to go there.

Christ, have you ever been to Hull, people in Beirut are raising funds to give to the deprived in Hull, it’s the absolute pits of the earth !

[flash]

Christ, have you ever been to Hull, people in Beirut are raising funds to give to the deprived in Hull, it’s the absolute pits of the earth !

Aye but he is moving from Govan.

[MWHIBBIES]

We need players that are going to get stuck in. McCrorie from what i have seen of him is a bit of a dirty bassa who goes around kicking folk, but that’s how u are successful in Scottish football. Graeme Shinnie is a perfect example dirty bassa but it worked

You think so? I think the best players in Scottish football have always been good footballers. Shinnie was a good footballer as well. If kicking folk was all that mattered, Craig Levin would still have a job.

I think kicking folk being seen as a good idea is why the national team is about 25 years behind the rest of the world.

[SHODAN]

I have a feeling Ross wants us to play with two sitting midfielders and two out-and-out wingers. Similar to Neilson's Hearts team in 14-15.

[04Sauzee]

Lee Cattermole has announced his retirement from professional football

I'm sure a few had linked him to here earlier in the window.

Surprised he's retired not that old.

[Bronson]

I have a feeling Ross wants us to play with two sitting midfielders and two out-and-out wingers. Similar to Neilson's Hearts team in 14-15.

Agree we might play 2 sitting midfielders but only away to venues like parkhead and ibrox, and even then i think it would likely be a 352 with wingbacks as opposed to wingers.

[Sheffhibee]

Maybe he just wants to go there.
No chance, I went there once and the best thing about Hull was the roads out of it

[J-C]

It's a sad day when people are getting over excited about defensive midfielders and slating the most exciting hibs player since Latapy.

We need those players who can dig in for sure, but my god I hope Scott Allan is here until he retires! Love to watch him play and his impact is huge.


We've said since Dylan and MJM left that we've struggled by having no bite in the middle, the reason people are getting excited is we'll now have 2 very decent defensive midfielders who can take pressure off the others and allow creative players like Allan to play their own game without thinking too much about defensive duties. Also both Gogic and McCrorie can slot into the back if needed.

[SMAXXA]

We've said since Dylan and MJM left that we've struggled to to having no bite in the middle, the reason people are getting excited is we'll now have 2 very decent defensive midfielders who can take pressure off the others and allow creative players like Allan to play their own game without thinking too much about defensive duties. Also both Gogic and McCrorie can slot into the back if needed.

Correct and if your going to go with a smaller squad you need players who can play in a number of positions.

[SouthMoroccoStu]

Hull UK City of Culture 2017

Did the UK run out of cities?!?!

[04Sauzee]

EXCLUSIVE! Uche Ikpeazu taking Wycombe medical as Hearts striker set for Championship switch #WWFC #HMFC | @rosspilcher

https://t.co/vQgir1Jh3j https://t.co/DHiZUZ0ECs

[Heisenberg]

Fletcher going to Stoke.

[GloryGlory]

EXCLUSIVE! Uche Ikpeazu taking Wycombe medical as Hearts striker set for Championship switch #WWFC #HMFC | @rosspilcher

https://t.co/vQgir1Jh3j https://t.co/DHiZUZ0ECs

Fire sale at the PBS.

[Joe6-2]

Fire sale at the PBS.

Be better going straight to the tip

[Hibernian Verse]

Fire sale at the PBS.Skint.

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[SHODAN]

Fire sale at the PBS.

And yet Craig Wighton is somehow still there.

[King Cosell]

Most assume they're nailed on for promotion but the Championship's 27 games this season, if they get off to a slow start and Dundee or ICT or another club get a flyer, the pressure's on.

[Andy74]

Fire sale at the PBS.

Yep, him Washington and Clare on their day could give you problems. Not sure who else that is left would. Hickey you’d assume will be away too.

[supermcginn]

It's not really a big wow though , is it?

Players like Riordain, O'Connor, Griffiths, Sproule, Stokes, Boyle, they get my pulse racing.

I'm a fan too, but Allan isn't in that league for me. He was at his best when he had the quality of McGinn and Mcgeouch around him. On his return, he's been hot and cold, marginalised in some big games and found wanting (along with plenty of others). That's hardly putting the boot in etc, etc.

You'll miss him when he's gone. Fantastic player and some of the stuff on here is an insult. On sheer footballing ability most of those names couldn't lace his boots.

[sean04]

Most assume they're nailed on for promotion but the Championship's 27 games this season, if they get off to a slow start and Dundee or ICT or another club get a flyer, the pressure's on.

I think Dunfermline could be the team to watch out for

[hfc rd]

I think Dunfermline could be the team to watch out for


Who have they signed to replace Nisbet?

[sean04]

Who have they signed to replace Nisbet?

Sure they signed 2 strikers. Guy from Alloa? And Declan McManus
Signed a few players I think

[cabbageandribs1875]

Livi have signed jason holt

[Unseen work]

Someone on the rangers fans forum;

“Deal with Hibs for McCrorie all agreed but unbelivably Rangers want a clause that he doesn’t play against us.Bizarre in the extreme.”

People are replying to him as if he is ITK however that seems utter nonsense imo.

[GloryGlory]

Someone on the rangers fans forum;

“Deal with Hibs for McCrorie all agreed but unbelivably Rangers want a clause that he doesn’t play against us.Bizarre in the extreme.”

People are replying to him as if he is ITK however that seems utter nonsense imo.

I'd understand that if this was a loan, but it's a perm and I personally cannot see how Rangers think they can pick which Hibs players can play against them. I'm sure the SFA/SPFL would have something to say as well.

[mjhibby]

Fire sale at the PBS.

How many have left the pbs. Not enough fingers to count them. Most jambos agree he was never a footballer so obviously hertz signed him. 🤣

[04Sauzee]

Someone on the rangers fans forum;

“Deal with Hibs for McCrorie all agreed but unbelivably Rangers want a clause that he doesn’t play against us.Bizarre in the extreme.”

People are replying to him as if he is ITK however that seems utter nonsense imo.

He also says this 😅

I can assure you it’s not nonsense.The deal was agreed last night.Hibs have met the demands of Rangers.Then came back in with this proposal.Ross has picked his shirt number at Hibs and his locker is cleared out.

[Ozyhibby]

Someone on the rangers fans forum;

“Deal with Hibs for McCrorie all agreed but unbelivably Rangers want a clause that he doesn’t play against us.Bizarre in the extreme.”

People are replying to him as if he is ITK however that seems utter nonsense imo.

Between that and the Celtic clause, maybe we should look elsewhere?


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[SHODAN]

Who have they signed to replace Nisbet?

Kevin O'Hara. Scored 14 goals for Alloa last season.

[JohnMcM]

Skint.

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I'd surprised if they are skint. £140-50k almost monthly from their fans and likely to rise.

[Iggy Pope]

EXCLUSIVE! Uche Ikpeazu taking Wycombe medical as Hearts striker set for Championship switch #WWFC #HMFC | @rosspilcher

https://t.co/vQgir1Jh3j https://t.co/DHiZUZ0ECs

One of Akinfenwe’s old shirts will cover it.

[Since452]

Someone on the rangers fans forum;

“Deal with Hibs for McCrorie all agreed but unbelivably Rangers want a clause that he doesn’t play against us.Bizarre in the extreme.”

People are replying to him as if he is ITK however that seems utter nonsense imo.

Was that DazaSevco?

[HendoDelivered]

Someone on the rangers fans forum;

“Deal with Hibs for McCrorie all agreed but unbelivably Rangers want a clause that he doesn’t play against us.Bizarre in the extreme.”

People are replying to him as if he is ITK however that seems utter nonsense imo.

Surely Hibs wouldn’t agree to this. Is that even legal? Hopefully it’s just a zombie talking nonsense.

[smithy_hibees]

McCrorie bid accepted seemly

[04Sauzee]

Was that DazaSevco?

Barlinnie Sevco

[04Sauzee]

McCrorie bid accepted seemly
Where you reading this?

[Scott Allan Key]

Christ, have you ever been to Hull, people in Beirut are raising funds to give to the deprived in Hull, it’s the absolute pits of the earth !Shan patter.

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[JXM73]

Shan patter.

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^^^^ ***** patter

[nonshinyfinish]

Don't know about the rest of the city, but the centre of Hull is reasonably nice these days. Cracking fish and chips too.

(I know a thing or two about crap towns: half my family lives in Luton and I spent a year in Stevenage, which is like Motherwell without the redeeming cultural features.)

[Scorrie]

Don't know about the rest of the city, but the centre of Hull is reasonably nice these days. Cracking fish and chips too.

(I know a thing or two about crap towns: half my family lives in Luton and I spent a year in Stevenage, which is like Motherwell without the redeeming cultural features.)

And really cheap beer as well from what I recall!

[Hillsidehibby]

Don't know about the rest of the city, but the centre of Hull is reasonably nice these days. Cracking fish and chips too.

(I know a thing or two about crap towns: half my family lives in Luton and I spent a year in Stevenage, which is like Motherwell without the redeeming cultural features.)
I bet your family say they come from Dunstable. No one admits to coming from Luton!

[FilipinoHibs]

Someone on the rangers fans forum;

“Deal with Hibs for McCrorie all agreed but unbelivably Rangers want a clause that he doesn’t play against us.Bizarre in the extreme.”

People are replying to him as if he is ITK however that seems utter nonsense imo.

Gerrard saying have come closer to their valuation and will speak to McCrorie in the morning.

[nonshinyfinish]

I bet your family say they come from Dunstable. No one admits to coming from Luton!

Haha, they actually live in a village outside Luton, so it's not nearly as bad as it seems.

On topic (:hmmm:), I was actually in Beirut a few years ago as well. Amazing place.

[hfc rd]

Surely Hibs wouldn’t agree to this. Is that even legal? Hopefully it’s just a zombie talking nonsense.


Absolutely no chance that’s even legal to do. The guy is talking utter pish!

[CapitalGreen]

I'd surprised if they are skint. £140-50k almost monthly from their fans and likely to rise.

How much are they losing though?

27 game season
Big drop in season ticket sales
Big drop in hospitality revenue
Massive wage bill
Paying off Standal’s coaching team

Those FOH will be getting used up covering all that lost income and expenses. That’s why they are signing players on loan and ex Motherwell and Caley players on free transfers.

[KingPat4]

Christ, have you ever been to Hull, people in Beirut are raising funds to give to the deprived in Hull, it’s the absolute pits of the earth !

Where do you live?

Belgravia?

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

Where do you live?

Belgravia?

He’s the Fresh Prince of Belgravia

[JohnMcM]

How much are they losing though?

27 game season
Big drop in season ticket sales
Big drop in hospitality revenue
Massive wage bill
Paying off Standal’s coaching team

Those FOH will be getting used up covering all that lost income and expenses. That’s why they are signing players on loan and ex Motherwell and Caley players on free transfers.

Fair points. I have no idea how much they are losing to be honest.

There may be drop in ST's as you suggest though the last mention in the EEN said 10.5k sold. I don't have a clue about their hospitality income so can't comment. According to reports they are unloading players whilst getting an unknown amount in transfer fees and reducing their wage salary. As for paying off Stendell's coaching team, I have no idea if that cost them anything I'm afraid. I still think they are not skint and unlikely to be in the near future though.

[04Sauzee]

Hearts have offered a short-term contract to former Motherwell winger Elliott Frear after he spent two weeks training at Riccarton.

The 29-year-old has returned to his family home in Exeter to ponder the proposal, with both parties content not to rush a decision.

[K-Zazu]

How much are they losing though?

27 game season
Big drop in season ticket sales
Big drop in hospitality revenue
Massive wage bill
Paying off Standal’s coaching team


Those FOH will be getting used up covering all that lost income and expenses. That’s why they are signing players on loan and ex Motherwell and Caley players on free transfers.

Who have they signed?

[CapitalGreen]

Who have they signed?

Couple of journey man type wingers from down south currently without clubs. One has signed and the other offered a contract but yet to sign it. Both played a handful of games up here a few years back but you would be doing well to remember them.

[The 90+2]

Welcome RM. Good luck at the good guys 💚

[JohnMcM]

Welcome RM. Good luck at the good guys 💚

He's signed????

[K-Zazu]

Welcome RM. Good luck at the good guys 💚

Proof it

[badabing67]

Wonder if Aberdeen will try and get Griffo on loan

[Eyrie]

How much are they losing though?

27 game season
Big drop in season ticket sales
Big drop in hospitality revenue
Massive wage bill
Paying off Standal’s coaching team

Those FOH will be getting used up covering all that lost income and expenses. That’s why they are signing players on loan and ex Motherwell and Caley players on free transfers.

The 27 game season doesn't cost them any money as fans wouldn't be allowed to attend anyway. Might even save them some money as there will be no appearance fees or win bonuses to be paid.

Well, it'll save them appearance fees at least.

[Eyrie]

Wonder if Aberdeen will try and get Griffo on loan

Cosgrove and Edmondson out for several months, Main with a knock and Anderson is one of the eight due to be banned.

They need a forward.

[04Sauzee]

The 27 game season doesn't cost them any money as fans wouldn't be allowed to attend anyway. Might even save them some money as there will be no appearance fees or win bonuses to be paid.

Well, it'll save them appearance fees at least.

They have promises season ticket holders they will get full value i-e 18/19 games of home matches once fans are allowed back into stadiums

[Jim44]

Welcome RM. Good luck at the good guys 💚

:confused:

[Green Manalishi]

How many have left the pbs. Not enough fingers to count them. Most jambos agree he was never a footballer so obviously hertz signed him. 🤣 Rats and sinking ships spring to mind

[Springbank]

Wonder if Aberdeen will try and get Griffo on loan

Or more likely to rekindle long standing interest in the lad Boyce at hearts

[Iggy Pope]

What's your problem? Bet you wouldn't speak that to my face. Arse hole.

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Really ***** patter.

[Billy Whizz]

Wonder if Aberdeen will try and get Griffo on loan

That’s all Leigh needs now, a night out in Aberdeen now, with the gang of 8

[HoboHarry]

How many have left the pbs. Not enough fingers to count them. Most jambos agree he was never a footballer so obviously hertz signed him. 🤣
Depends who is counting I suppose. They'd have to lose 16 or 17 players before Hearts fans ran out of fingers......

[HoboHarry]

That’s all Leigh needs now, a night out in Aberdeen now, with the gang of 8
Oh I don't know, won't be any additional child payments if he can only find sheep.....

[Billy Whizz]

Depends who is counting I suppose. They'd have to lose 16 or 17 players before Hearts fans ran out of fingers......

Ha ha, but must have saved a bit on wages with the players they’ve moved on.
Then forgot, they’ve signed Craig Gordon on low wages.....

[badabing67]

Cosgrove and Edmondson out for several months, Main with a knock and Anderson is one of the eight due to be banned.

They need a forward.

Absolutely, so it wouldn't surprise me if they tried for it happen. Hope it doesn't obviously.

[hfc rd]

Welcome RM. Good luck at the good guys 💚


Why the **** have we signed a South Korean rapper?

[stokesmessiah]

What's your problem? Bet you wouldn't speak that to my face. Arse hole.

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What a roaster - class act!

[Ozyhibby]

They have promises season ticket holders they will get full value i-e 18/19 games of home matches once fans are allowed back into stadiums

Yip, first five games of next season are covered by this seasons ticket. Means existing season ticket holders have to get a discount next season.


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[CapitalGreen]

The 27 game season doesn't cost them any money as fans wouldn't be allowed to attend anyway. Might even save them some money as there will be no appearance fees or win bonuses to be paid.

Well, it'll save them appearance fees at least.

Not so:

- They guaranteed their fans a set amount of home games, they won’t be able fulfil this guarantee with a 27 game season.
- Pitchside and matchday sponsorship will also be down due to less matches.
- Their club shop, museum and fan bar are all open, matchday a would be their busiest days by far for custom meaning a reduction in games will see a drop in income from these avenues.

[04Sauzee]

Yip, first five games of next season are covered by this seasons ticket. Means existing season ticket holders have to get a discount next season.


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Ozy I'm sure their season ticket gives them 18 or so games no matter how many years/seasons its over?

If they only get 4 games this season they get 14 next season. Could be off but that was my understanding

[Ozyhibby]

Ozy I'm sure their season ticket gives them 18 or so games no matter how many years/seasons its over?

If they only get 4 games this season they get 14 next season. Could be off but that was my understanding

That’s correct.


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[weecounty hibby]

Not sure if it's been mentioned but Willian has signed for Arsenal

[Scott Allan Key]

Really ***** patter.Another one who enjoys the suffering of unfortunates. No prize for guessing what that makes you.

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[A Hi-Bee]

Ozy I'm sure their season ticket gives them 18 or so games no matter how many years/seasons its over?

If they only get 4 games this season they get 14 next season. Could be off but that was my understanding

Trying to work out why Hibs supporters would be in the least bit interested in how many games the mini zombie ones will get to see.
:greengrin

[houstonhibbee]

According to precmatch interview with JR sounds like if we get RM in then someone will be shipped out to keep squad skinny.......

[CallumLaidlaw]

According to precmatch interview with JR sounds like if we get RM in then someone will be shipped out to keep squad skinny.......

Surprised considering loss of Jackson.


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[A Hi-Bee]

According to precmatch interview with JR sounds like if we get RM in then someone will be shipped out to keep squad skinny.......

Mean n' Lean
:greengrin

[04Sauzee]

According to precmatch interview with JR sounds like if we get RM in then someone will be shipped out to keep squad skinny.......

Still looking to shift James, talk of Murray going on loan and I'm still not convinced Hallberg won't leave

[Tambo]

Not sure if it's been mentioned but Willian has signed for Arsenal

Ain't been online to read about this but I'm guessing a 3 year 120k a week deal, absolute joke.

Griffiths to Aberdeen seems plausible as I'm sure lennon would want as many teams trying to take as many points of the huns as possible. Maybe we will get thrown a player 😉

[HoboHarry]

Mean n' Lean
:greengrin
Like I used to be in the old days...... :greengrin

[cabbageandribs1875]

Barlinnie Sevco


insider knowledge

[HendoDelivered]

According to precmatch interview with JR sounds like if we get RM in then someone will be shipped out to keep squad skinny.......

Probs Fraser Murray on loan to Pars. Still need a replacement for Jacko as McCrorie isn’t a pronoun CB. DM is his favoured/best pos.

[SMAXXA]

Probs Fraser Murray on loan to Pars. Still need a replacement for Jacko as McCrorie isn’t a pronoun CB. DM is his favoured/best pos.

We don’t really we have mcginn, Mcgregor, Gogic and Mcrorie that can all play CH, throw in Doig and Gray they can also play there which is plenty cover for a skinny squad 😂

[HendoDelivered]

We don’t really we have mcginn, Mcgregor, Gogic and Mcrorie that can all play CH, throw in Doig and Gray they can also play there which is plenty cover for a skinny squad 😂

True tbf.

[J-C]

We don’t really we have mcginn, Mcgregor, Gogic and Mcrorie that can all play CH, throw in Doig and Gray they can also play there which is plenty cover for a skinny squad 😂


TBH I'd like to see Gray on the right of a back 3, if he's lost a bit of pace then it could see him extent his career a bit, he's good in the air and his positioning is sound.

[K-Zazu]

TBH I'd like to see Gray on the right of a back 3, if he's lost a bit of pace then it could see him extent his career a bit, he's good in the air and his positioning is sound.

He’s had to many injuries, would play a few games then break down again.

[truehibernian]

I know we got fees for Flo and AJ but I wonder if we've also had some cash from the McGinn deal clauses (appearances, retaining place in EPL).......some really smart investments in the playing staff this season :aok: squad looks very happy too.

Tom English will be fizzing :greengrin:cb

[Bronson]

I know we got fees for Flo and AJ but I wonder if we've also had some cash from the McGinn deal clauses (appearances, retaining place in EPL).......some really smart investments in the playing staff this season :aok: squad looks very happy too.

Tom English will be fizzing :greengrin:cb

I’m pretty sure anything we spend now is Ron’s dosh. Last week we had nothing left for transfers according to Jack Ross, he went golfing with Ron this week to ask for more funds and we had a bid in for Mccrorie the next day.

Great to see he’s serious about us if that is the case. It’s also the best way to thank fans who signed up to HSL and bought STs.

[Iggy Pope]

Another one who enjoys the suffering of unfortunates. No prize for guessing what that makes you.

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I’ve worked in Hull and like the place and I see nothing unfortunate. It’s your reaction that’s unfortunate man. Give yourself a break.

[KingPat4]

I’ve worked in Hull and like the place and I see nothing unfortunate. It’s your reaction that’s unfortunate man. Give yourself a break.

Yep. Now't wrong wi Hull. Lovely city centre with some great wee pubs in the lanes down towards the river.

[Hibee Mac]

Where does Ross Mcrorie fit into the team? I just don't see it if I'm honest...

He's not getting ahead of Gogic for a start. He's also not going to be playing RB or RCB for us as by all accounts he was nothing to write home about in that position for Pompey, plus despite what some might fail to see he's not getting ahead of McGinn there either, partly due to his great form but also his versatility as he is the reason we can switch from 4 to 3 at the back right now.

So then where is left for him? Playing ahead of Newell? Then our midfield starts to look less balanced and more like two big defensive lads playing together. Can't help but feel we need a Docherty/box-to-box type instead to fight for that CM place with Newell.

[HendoDelivered]

Where does Ross Mcrorie fit into the team? I just don't see it if I'm honest...

He's not getting ahead of Gogic for a start. He's also not going to be playing RB or RCB for us as by all accounts he was nothing to write home about in that position for Pompey, plus despite what some might fail to see he's not getting ahead of McGinn there either, partly due to his great form but also his versatility as he is the reason we can switch from 4 to 3 at the back right now.

So then where is left for him? Playing ahead of Newell? Then our midfield starts to look less balanced and more like two big defensive lads playing together. Can't help but feel we need a Docherty/box-to-box type instead to fight for that CM place with Newell.

He will play where Jack Ross see’s fit. He’s not coming to warm the bench that’s for sure.

[ahibby]

Still looking to shift James, talk of Murray going on loan and I'm still not convinced Hallberg won't leave

I thought towards the end of last season Slivka got the call over Hallberg so no surprise if he is let go. Not to say I dont like him. Dont see him being a first choice anytime soon and better for him to be first choice somewhere maybe.

[truehibernian]

Where does Ross Mcrorie fit into the team? I just don't see it if I'm honest...

He's not getting ahead of Gogic for a start. He's also not going to be playing RB or RCB for us as by all accounts he was nothing to write home about in that position for Pompey, plus despite what some might fail to see he's not getting ahead of McGinn there either, partly due to his great form but also his versatility as he is the reason we can switch from 4 to 3 at the back right now.

So then where is left for him? Playing ahead of Newell? Then our midfield starts to look less balanced and more like two big defensive lads playing together. Can't help but feel we need a Docherty/box-to-box type instead to fight for that CM place with Newell.

Draws, poor goals conceded (especially late on), lack of midfield dominance and control, opposition exploiting counter attacks...........that's why.

Our defence has never been fully protected and having that physical protection in front of the back four adds resilience and a barrier. Opposition teams the last two seasons have cut through us and been allowed the freedom of the midfield. RM also adds versatility, can play CH, DM, and across the back in a 3. Set pieces (for and against) he adds height and physicality.

Allan and Mallan are classic No. 10's, Boyle, Horgan, Newell and Wright offer pace, goals, creativity............none offer a good defensive option. Having two players who can hold, and battle, allows them all the freedom to do what they are good at. Add in injuries, suspensions, etc. it's a great option having two players who can play that defensive role really well.

[04Sauzee]

I thought towards the end of last season Slivka got the call over Hallberg so no surprise if he is let go. Not to say I dont like him. Dont see him being a first choice anytime soon and better for him to be first choice somewhere maybe.

With you on that, im not desperate to see him moved on it's just a feeling I have

[04Sauzee]

Hibs set to open contract talks with Martin Boyle as Jack Ross moves to secure winger's future
The Easter Road boss allowed bad light to stop play in his golf game with Ron Gordon, but is hoping the sun is not ready to set on Boyle's future in green and white

[Hibee Mac]

.

[Hibee Mac]

Draws, poor goals conceded (especially late on), lack of midfield dominance and control, opposition exploiting counter attacks...........that's why.

Our defence has never been fully protected and having that physical protection in front of the back four adds resilience and a barrier. Opposition teams the last two seasons have cut through us and been allowed the freedom of the midfield. RM also adds versatility, can play CH, DM, and across the back in a 3. Set pieces (for and against) he adds height and physicality.

Allan and Mallan are classic No. 10's, Boyle, Horgan, Newell and Wright offer pace, goals, creativity............none offer a good defensive option. Having two players who can hold, and battle, allows them all the freedom to do what they are good at. Add in injuries, suspensions, etc. it's a great option having two players who can play that defensive role really well.Yeh that makes sense, we could probably do with some solidity like that, however I'd see that as more of a utility player rather than a first team signing paying a fee for?

Also, we seem to have sorted out our problem with conceding poor goals already this season (albeit only a tiny sample size of 3 games)...

[Hibee Mac]

He will play where Jack Ross see’s fit. He’s not coming to warm the bench that’s for sure.Clearly. I agree, but my point was I don't see where he fits into the team.

[sorrow sorrow]

Where does Ross Mcrorie fit into the team? I just don't see it if I'm honest...

He's not getting ahead of Gogic for a start. He's also not going to be playing RB or RCB for us as by all accounts he was nothing to write home about in that position for Pompey, plus despite what some might fail to see he's not getting ahead of McGinn there either, partly due to his great form but also his versatility as he is the reason we can switch from 4 to 3 at the back right now.

So then where is left for him? Playing ahead of Newell? Then our midfield starts to look less balanced and more like two big defensive lads playing together. Can't help but feel we need a Docherty/box-to-box type instead to fight for that CM place with Newell.

McRorie is a huge step up from McGinn, Gogic etc.
We have to stop accepting average!
What a chance this season is to really push on to be the 3rd force for years to come.

[B.H.F.C]

Clearly. I agree, but my point was I don't see where he fits into the team.

We need a squad, not a team. Not everyone is available all the time.

[bingo70]

Clearly. I agree, but my point was I don't see where he fits into the team.

We’ve just won the first three games so he’ll start on the bench.

As time goes on, injuries, suspensions and loss of form will dictate where and when he gets his chance.

That won’t take long as it’s inevitable the above will happen, that’s why you need squads now and not just a good first 11.

[truehibernian]

Yeh that makes sense, we could probably do with some solidity like that, however I'd see that as more of a utility player rather than a first team signing paying a fee for?

Also, we seem to have sorted out our problem with conceding poor goals already this season (albeit only a tiny sample size of 3 games)...

You also have to factor in - sadly - that SDG and Daz are done, in the sense that they can't play/offer a consistent run of games in the top flight without sustaining injuries. We need younger, more injury free players who have played in this league and want to develop and progress. Not a slight on the pair of them, just the natural process of building teams.

[Ronniekirk]

We’ve just won the first three games so he’ll start on the bench.

As time goes on, injuries, suspensions and loss of form will dictate where and when he gets his chance.

That won’t take long as it’s inevitable the above will happen, that’s why you need squads now and not just a good first 11.

If we have paid £ 300 000 or more he will be expecting first team football
He wasn’t getting that at Ibrox and only reason to move to us would be regular first team games
Yes he will need time to settle in prove his fitness etc But he needs games to get match fit


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[Ronniekirk]

You also have to factor in - sadly - that SDG and Daz are done, in the sense that they can't play/offer a consistent run of games in the top flight without sustaining injuries. We need younger, more injury free players who have played in this league and want to develop and progress. Not a slight on the pair of them, just the natural process of building teams.

If neither gets game time what role behind the scenes are they performing
Assume both on decent wages


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[bingo70]

If we have paid £ 300 000 or more he will be expecting first team football
He wasn’t getting that at Ibrox and only reason to move to us would be regular first team games
Yes he will need time to settle in prove his fitness etc But he needs games to get match fit


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Of course but I’m sure if we pay a fee for him like you’re suggesting he’ll be looking at his career over the next 4 years and not the next 2 or 3 weeks.

We’re running a small squad, he’ll get his chance quickly, of that there’s absolutely no doubt, there’s no need to rush him into the first 11 immediately.

[Eyrie]

Not so:

- They guaranteed their fans a set amount of home games, they won’t be able fulfil this guarantee with a 27 game season.
- Pitchside and matchday sponsorship will also be down due to less matches.
- Their club shop, museum and fan bar are all open, matchday a would be their busiest days by far for custom meaning a reduction in games will see a drop in income from these avenues.

Forgot about the guarantee, so fair enough.

But the other sources would be down regardless because fans aren't allowed in the stadium during August and September.

[King Cosell]

Still looking to shift James, talk of Murray going on loan and I'm still not convinced Hallberg won't leave

At the beginning of last season, James looked the best of the new signings. Was doing ok, then got ripped apart against Celtic in the League Cup semi, coming from League Two, had never seen anything like Celtic's wide men. The ideal (unlikely) scenario would be a loan to a club in our division. With them paying all the wages, obvs.

[H18 SFR]

Interesting to hear that Stephen McGinn would be joining the back room staff according to Jack Ross.

[04Sauzee]

Interesting to hear that Stephen McGinn would be joining the back room staff according to Jack Ross.

I don't see Murray about and with the new GK it looks like JR maybe wants people he's worked with before and trusts

[bingo70]

Interesting to hear that Stephen McGinn would be joining the back room staff according to Jack Ross.

Did he say that?

That is interesting, I was sure he’d be joining as a squad filler. Seems a bit young to be hanging up his books, wonder if he’s going to be coaching and playing or if maybe an injury has taken its toll

[H18 SFR]

I don't see Murray about and with the new GK it looks like JR maybe wants people he's worked with before and trusts

Good point re Murray. Makes sense for him to have the team around him he wants.

[H18 SFR]

Did he say that?

That is interesting, I was sure he’d be joining as a squad filler. Seems a bit young to be hanging up his books, wonder if he’s going to be coaching and playing or if maybe an injury has taken its toll

Yeah, direct quotes from Jack.

[B.H.F.C]

Did he say that?

That is interesting, I was sure he’d be joining as a squad filler. Seems a bit young to be hanging up his books, wonder if he’s going to be coaching and playing or if maybe an injury has taken its toll

This was what Ross said about McGinn.

“He’s someone whose contribution, input and knowledge of the game I very much trust,” said Ross

“He’s watched the game from up high for us, from up in the stand, feeding down information through the mic to Craig [Samson].

It’s not a sympathy vote for him, doing that. He’s doing it because he adds value.

“I would like to have him as part of the club. But we don’t know how that will develop and he’s understood that.”

Wouldn’t say it rules him out of being available as a player if really needed to be fair.

[Callum_62]

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/stephen-mcginn-st-mirren-exit-doesnt-sit-well-brother-john-mcginn-2877032%3famp

Doesn't seem like non playing was the immediate plan

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[Juniper Greens]

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/stephen-mcginn-st-mirren-exit-doesnt-sit-well-brother-john-mcginn-2877032%3famp

Doesn't seem like non playing was the immediate plan

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I suspect we will sign him in a dual role. Some people on this site have been quick to dismiss him, so getting him in on a dual role might appease some

[tamig]

McRorie is a huge step up from McGinn, Gogic etc.
We have to stop accepting average!
What a chance this season is to really push on to be the 3rd force for years to come.

Have you watched any games this season? If so, what makes you label Gogic as “average”? Pretty poor comment imo. And Paul McGinn hasn’t let anyone down either.

[H18 SFR]

I suspect we will sign him in a dual role. Some people on this site have been quick to dismiss him, so getting him in on a dual role might appease some

It would certainly appease me.

[badabing67]

Hibs set to open contract talks with Martin Boyle as Jack Ross moves to secure winger's future
The Easter Road boss allowed bad light to stop play in his golf game with Ron Gordon, but is hoping the sun is not ready to set on Boyle's future in green and white

Glad to hear some positive news on this. About time

[Billy Whizz]

TBH I'd like to see Gray on the right of a back 3, if he's lost a bit of pace then it could see him extent his career a bit, he's good in the air and his positioning is sound.

I think this is the only place he can play now, doesn’t have the legs for right back anymore sadly

[Billy Whizz]

Stephen McGinn being used as an eye in the stand at the games. Hence why he was spotted at Tanadice in a Hibs tracksuit
Ross keen to have him around, but at 31, you’d think McGinn would be keen to keep playing

[J-C]

Stephen McGinn being used as an eye in the stand at the games. Hence why he was spotted at Tanadice in a Hibs tracksuit
Ross keen to have him around, but at 31, you’d think McGinn would be keen to keep playing


Unless last season's injury was bad enough to shorten his career, that might have been the main reason St Mirren didn't offer him a new deal.

On Sportscene the other night when talking about the Hibs game, he kept referring Hibs to we and us, looks probable he may be signing in a dual capacity. Not a bad idea getting people like McGinn, Daz and Gray into the backroom where they can have good influence with the players.

[SHODAN]

Stephen McGinn being used as an eye in the stand at the games. Hence why he was spotted at Tanadice in a Hibs tracksuit
Ross keen to have him around, but at 31, you’d think McGinn would be keen to keep playing

Player coach maybe?

[Cat Stanton]

Hibs set to open contract talks with Martin Boyle as Jack Ross moves to secure winger's future
The Easter Road boss allowed bad light to stop play in his golf game with Ron Gordon, but is hoping the sun is not ready to set on Boyle's future in green and white

Where have you lifted that from?

[bigwheel]

Stephen McGinn being used as an eye in the stand at the games. Hence why he was spotted at Tanadice in a Hibs tracksuit
Ross keen to have him around, but at 31, you’d think McGinn would be keen to keep playing

Think he does want to play, still hopeful of a contract with us.....also one eye to the future career too...would t be surprised if we see 2-3 departures on loan and the money helps give him a one year deal.


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[Oscar T Grouch]

Where have you lifted that from?

https://www.hibs.net/showthread.php?347866-New-contracts&p=6268958#post6268958

[Hibee Mac]

McRorie is a huge step up from McGinn, Gogic etc.
We have to stop accepting average!
What a chance this season is to really push on to be the 3rd force for years to come.That's a bit of an odd claim. By all account Mcrorie has potential, but to claim he is even a small step up, let alone a huge step up, from Gogic is a bit wild considering Gogic has stepped into our team and looks one of our best players, take him out and I'm sure we start falling to pieces as a team again.

And the persistent claims of "average" for McGinn is just an unnecessary insult, the guy has proved himself to be more than capable and a step up from what we had already. Not only that but as I said in another post, without him we can't switch from 4 to 3 at the back during games. Teams need these kind of players, he might not be the most exciting player on paper but right now he's definitely one of our important players.

[Cat Stanton]

https://www.hibs.net/showthread.php?347866-New-contracts&p=6268958#post6268958

Cheers

[Billy Whizz]

Where have you lifted that from?

It’s on the Daily Record site

[Billy Whizz]

Unless last season's injury was bad enough to shorten his career, that might have been the main reason St Mirren didn't offer him a new deal.

On Sportscene the other night when talking about the Hibs game, he kept referring Hibs to we and us, looks probable he may be signing in a dual capacity. Not a bad idea getting people like McGinn, Daz and Gray into the backroom where they can have good influence with the players.

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-jack-ross-speaks-stephen-mcginn-situation-and-fraser-murray-loan-option-2943219

[smithy_hibees]

That's a bit of an odd claim. By all account Mcrorie has potential, but to claim he is even a small step up, let alone a huge step up, from Gogic is a bit wild considering Gogic has stepped into our team and looks one of our best players, take him out and I'm sure we start falling to pieces as a team again.

And the persistent claims of "average" for McGinn is just an unnecessary insult, the guy has proved himself to be more than capable and a step up from what we had already. Not only that but as I said in another post, without him we can't switch from 4 to 3 at the back during games. Teams need these kind of players, he might not be the most exciting player on paper but right now he's definitely one of our important players.

Nicely put, crazy post regarding McGinn and Gogic maybe he’s thinking about James and Vela?? Without McGinn and Gogic like you said we’d definitely wouldn’t be as strong defensively as have been.. two very important players for us not just this season but seasons to come..

[J-C]

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-jack-ross-speaks-stephen-mcginn-situation-and-fraser-murray-loan-option-2943219


:aok:
So a possible player/coach role similar to Daz and Gray, good experience and act as good cover if needed.

Also good to see Murray going on loan, as he said should've happened last season but the squad was thin due to injuries etc, it's what he needs.

[McD]

EXCLUSIVE! Uche Ikpeazu taking Wycombe medical as Hearts striker set for Championship switch #WWFC #HMFC | @rosspilcher

https://t.co/vQgir1Jh3j https://t.co/DHiZUZ0ECs


misread this at a first glance, thought it said WWE, and took it for a slightly on point Piss take :greengrin

[HendoDelivered]

Does my head in when people about the Boyle contract situation are like “sign it, you owe Hibs it” etc etc. The boy owes Hibs absolutely nothing.

[147lothian]

McRorie is a huge step up from McGinn, Gogic etc.
We have to stop accepting average!
What a chance this season is to really push on to be the 3rd force for years to come.

Mrs McRorie?

[Bobby's Cinema]

McRorie is a huge step up from McGinn, Gogic etc.
We have to stop accepting average!
What a chance this season is to really push on to be the 3rd force for years to come.
You must be bored. I would be too if my teams season didn't start till October

[SHODAN]

Does my head in when people about the Boyle contract situation are like “sign it, you owe Hibs it” etc etc. The boy owes Hibs absolutely nothing.

Yup. It's not a Michael Owen situation where he's barely played any games for us due to injury. We took a punt on him and have been rewarded with 5+ years of great service.

[Dmas]

misread this at a first glance, thought it said WWE, and took it for a slightly on point Piss take :greengrin

With uche and the big guy akinfenwa upfront it could well be wwe there going for

[MyJo]

McGinn will probably be holding off until October in the hope that a Championship club signs him where he will be a first team player.

If that doesn’t happen I don’t think it would be a bad move if we offered him a contract on the understanding he would be unlikely to play barring a massive injury crisis.

If he accepts that I doubt he would be on much of a wage and would be better having a experienced player that JR knows and trusts that can help him out as part of the coaching/technical staff, like he did at Tannadice, than getting a player on loan from somewhere else for the same kind of wages.

[hfc rd]

McRorie is a huge step up from McGinn, Gogic etc.
We have to stop accepting average!
What a chance this season is to really push on to be the 3rd force for years to come.

Only Hearts

[Lago]

Clearly. I agree, but my point was I don't see where he fits into the team.
Yes but your not the manager.

[green day]

Only Hearts

Exactly my thought too - and not for the first time.

[Hibee Mac]

Yes but your not the manager.Thanks again for pointing out the obvious. I may not be the manager, but surely I can have an opinion about how a potential signing might fit into the side?

I thought the whole point of posting on this forum was to discuss opinions on Hibs. Replying like this just adds no value?...

[Since452]

McRorie is a huge step up from McGinn, Gogic etc.
We have to stop accepting average!
What a chance this season is to really push on to be the 3rd force for years to come.

To be fair those "average" players have made our best start since the mid 70's

[Dazzjw1875]

Any news on our bid for RM?

[Hibernian Verse]

To be fair those "average" players have made our best start since the mid 70'sIt's a Jambo troll

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[Ronniekirk]

Any news on our bid for RM?

Gerrard saying it’s closer to Thier valuation but hasn’t met it So ball back in Hibs Court
Meanwhile player has told Rangers he wants to move
If he has heart set on move to us maybe that will help push it through
But looks like we will need to go back with a third bid if we want to land him now


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[Stuart93]

Gerrard saying it’s closer to Thier valuation but hasn’t met it So ball back in Hibs Court
Meanwhile player has told Rangers he wants to move
If he has heart set on move to us maybe that will help push it through
But looks like we will need to go back with a third bid if we want to land him now


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Really? I’ve no seen that anywhere

Would’ve thought the papers would’ve been all over it if they’d rejected our 2nd offer

[HendoDelivered]

Really? I’ve no seen that anywhere

Would’ve thought the papers would’ve been all over it if they’d rejected our 2nd offer

Don’t think it has been rejected tbh, would be all over the place if it had, same with if it had been accepted. Think it will still be under consideration and must be looking positive if we haven’t heard much as of yet as the last bid was rejected pretty quickly. Sounds like we have defo offered them something worth thinking about this time round.

[Percy Vere]

Nicely put, crazy post regarding McGinn and Gogic maybe he’s thinking about James and Vela?? Without McGinn and Gogic like you said we’d definitely wouldn’t be as strong defensively as have been.. two very important players for us not just this season but seasons to come..

I agree, both McGinn and Gogic provide backbone which we missed last year. Both giving solid performances in games they have played in. Also Gogic comes with the best interceptions rate per match in last years Scottish Premiership.

[tonyrougier123]

Gerrard saying it’s closer to Thier valuation but hasn’t met it So ball back in Hibs Court
Meanwhile player has told Rangers he wants to move
If he has heart set on move to us maybe that will help push it through
But looks like we will need to go back with a third bid if we want to land him now


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I can understand a club values a player,but in this case the boy mcrorie is not playing and wants to leave,I'm sure hibs have been generous in the deal incentives going forward,and doesn't seem to be any rival bids coming in.
All considered should they really be standing firmly in his way rangers?

[cabbageandribs1875]

i wonder if the daily rangers will say rangers are stopping the player advancing his career

[hibeejeebies]

I can understand a club values a player,but in this case the boy mcrorie is not playing and wants to leave,I'm sure hibs have been generous in the deal incentives going forward,and doesn't seem to be any rival bids coming in.
All considered should they really be standing firmly in his way rangers?

To paraphrase your namesake Tony Montana:

We go low, they go high 😁

[Dan Sarf]

Fletcher shuns Bhoys and signs for Stoke...


https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/53785241

[SweetDreams]

With the club spending 250k on players in the current climate, does anyone think the sale of Boyle is inevitable?

[Stuart93]

With the club spending 250k on players in the current climate, does anyone think the sale of Boyle is inevitable?

I think the club are attempting to do the opposite and are offering him a new deal