Winter 2021-22 transfer thread

[Unseen work]

Getting rid of McGinn would be criminal imo.

Very good and consistent performer for us and versatile.

We’re already weak defensively and getting rid of McGinn will only worsen things. Clarke could play right wing back in place of Cadden.

Even if we got a centre back in to play in the back 3, guys like McGinn is the sort of quality and depth you need to grow as a club. He would genuinely put competition on the starters.

[B.H.F.C]

I think on the right hand side of a 3 sounds perfect for him. It’s practically a right back at times and he’ll have license to go forward when the time is right to do so.

Agree. Playing on the right of the midfield four, as Cadden has been, is totally different in terms of where you’re getting on the ball etc. From what I’ve seen I think we’re much more likely to see him on the right of the back three with the game in front of him, where he can break out with the ball.

[Hibby Bairn]

A finger point, kiss the hand, finger point again, finger waggle, arms outstretched, pat the chest/badge, arms outstretched again, look around, a quick Rigsby then a twerk.

Prefer an Alan Gordon, Pat Stanton handshake.

[cameronw-hfc]

I imagine Paul Mcginn will be ok. He's comfortable at RCB and RB, almost a perfect RCB in a back 3. Clarke will be competition for both places I think

[truehibernian]

Getting rid of McGinn would be criminal imo.

Very good and consistent performer for us and versatile.

We’re already weak defensively and getting rid of McGinn will only worsen things. Clarke could play right wing back in place of Cadden.

Even if we got a centre back in to play in the back 3, guys like McGinn is the sort of quality and depth you need to grow as a club. He would genuinely put competition on the starters.

Really depends on who the other defender we are wanting is - sounds from inside and outside the club are saying we are in talks with another defender. Also, Lewy can play both full back positions comfortably to add competition.

I like McGinn, very solid last season, but this season he's been very poor. Can't see where he fits in with the style and formation SM wants us to play now.

[chippy]

That's a bit disappointing, in effect 3.x 6 monthly loan periods, anyway Hibs obviously happy with the deal.)

Nothing stopping us buying him outright in the summer if the price is right

[Northernhibee]

Really depends on who the other defender we are wanting is - sounds from inside and outside the club are saying we are in talks with another defender. Also, Lewy can play both full back positions comfortably to add competition.

I like McGinn, very solid last season, but this season he's been very poor. Can't see where he fits in with the style and formation SM wants us to play now.

With every love in the world to him, Lewis is only effective on the left, although he can cover the left side of a back three if absolutely required. He's too one footed for otherwise.

He's still a vital part of the team in terms of both mentoring our young players, setting an example and also by being a very good LB/LWB at this level.

[Billy Whizz]

Nothing stopping us buying him outright in the summer if the price is right

Better he plays, more he costs Hibs, unless we’ve already agreed a deal to buy

[Torto7]

Read on here earlier that for actual goals conceded we’re 4th. Not bad - plus he comes for crosses and his distribution is no worse than almost every other goalie in the league.

A noisy minority going on about it a lot and that’s the most dangerous thing for him - imagine when he actually makes a mistake. At the moment a lot of folk are just expecting him to make one…


Pretty much and how I see things as well. They always have to have a target. The comments aimed at Porteous and Nisbet over the season have been quite telling as well.

[Unseen work]

Really depends on who the other defender we are wanting is - sounds from inside and outside the club are saying we are in talks with another defender. Also, Lewy can play both full back positions comfortably to add competition.

I like McGinn, very solid last season, but this season he's been very poor. Can't see where he fits in with the style and formation SM wants us to play now.

Never realised there was rumours of another CB. Any names? Would think they’d have to be coming in as a starter as we need to improve there.

I’m sure we ruled Findlay out according to the press, wonder if McCart is still a target?

[Greenbeard]

Good business. No sweat.

[JXM73]

IF celtic stump up for our Boyle, maybe we should make it a loan until end of season with commitment to buy ... just so he cannae play against us...

So five in one out? not bad for first week...

[Vault Boy]

To have 5 new players in the squad within the first week of January is absolutely tremendous work. Huge credit where it's due.

[Hibbyradge]

Its effectively 3 x 6 month loans back to back and Arsenal can recall him between each one.

But we can sign him on a pre contract at the end of the second 6 months...

[truehibernian]

Pretty much and how I see things as well. They always have to have a target. The comments aimed at Porteous and Nisbet over the season have been quite telling as well.

Porto will become a very good defender and achieve much greater things once he learns to play the game not the occasion, i.e. work on temperament. I think Maloney and Caldwell will be perfect to work that out of his game. I listened to an interview Ryan did with the media where he came out saying he wouldn't change his game (which admittedly is a bullish cliche heard before from players and managers), but if he wants to get to the top - which he can and will do - he needs to park that cliche and work on controlling the aggression.

Nisbet is quality - so much more development too - he suffered from the 'head turning' transfer window and the early Scotland recognition. Do it for your club, the rest will follow. Again, he can go far in the game. All about focus with young Kevin.

[Causewayside PR]

What do you mean by industrious?

Newell creates more chances, dribbles more often and has more tackles and interceptions per game than JDH.

I like them both but Newell is better both going forward and defensively imo, and the stats back that up.

I would rend to agree. As others have mentioned though they are rather similar and tend to want to play in the same way and occupy similar parts of the pitch when we have possession which makes us slow and ponderous on the ball without the ability to progress up the park. Not sure they work too well together.
JDH is far more guilty of first touch and pass sideways or backwards though. One thing I am sure of is that Maloney will train and encourage the players to be more ambitious, progressive and dynamic on the ball. Sure that could really help both these players in particular.

[CentreLine]

Porto will become a very good defender and achieve much greater things once he learns to play the game not the occasion, i.e. work on temperament. I think Maloney and Caldwell will be perfect to work that out of his game. I listened to an interview Ryan did with the media where he came out saying he wouldn't change his game (which admittedly is a bullish cliche heard before from players and managers), but if he wants to get to the top - which he can and will do - he needs to park that cliche and work on controlling the aggression.

Nisbet is quality - so much more development too - he suffered from the 'head turning' transfer window and the early Scotland recognition. Do it for your club, the rest will follow. Again, he can go far in the game. All about focus with young Kevin.

Best description of Porteous’ prospects. Wish I’d said it so clearly and I do hope he’s listening to good advice now.

As regards Kevin Nisbet, I can’t help feel that he is in danger of forever being a nearly man of he does not take a reality check to himself very soon and knuckle down to what he is very good at (in patches).

[truehibernian]

IF celtic stump up for our Boyle, maybe we should make it a loan until end of season with commitment to buy ... just so he cannae play against us...

So five in one out? not bad for first week...

If Boyle goes (to them) then I can definitely see them offering a player and cash. Their fans seem to have turned on Mickey Johnston of late, and it was really interesting to hear Darren Jackson's impression of him when he coached him (best player he has coached and seen). I'd take that kind of deal.

[Nicho87]

Best description of Porteous’ prospects. Wish I’d said it so clearly and I do hope he’s listening to good advice now.

As regards Kevin Nisbet, I can’t help feel that he is in danger of forever being a nearly man of he does not take a reality check to himself very soon and knuckle down to what he is very good at (in patches).

The young lads interview yesterday he said at the end when pushed he prefers playing through the middle.

If he starts scoring……

Also don’t know where on earth that leaves doidge in all this. Completely out the picture if we’re sticking with 2 number 10s going by the team set up in last two games, mueller / Boyle / Henderson / Hoff

With Nisbet presumed initial first pick for centre forward

All good problems though.

[truehibernian]

I'm just hoping Barrie has 'Teenage Kicks' all set up for when the team runs out at Easter Road under Shaun :greengrin:aok:

Mowbray era MkII :flag:

[J-C]

I think McGinn will be a squad player now, Cadden is a very good wingback and Clarke is a natural CH although can play wingback too. McGinn hasn't played all that well this season and it was noticeable in a few games teams were targeting him.

[Lago]

But we can sign him on a pre contract at the end of the second 6 months...
Good point, as long as he's still here.

[MWHIBBIES]

Better he plays, more he costs Hibs, unless we’ve already agreed a deal to buy

Just cant see Arsenal being that fussed. He really wouldn't be on loan in the SPL if Arsenal thought he was going to be worth a lot for them.

[GreenPJ]

Just cant see Arsenal being that fussed. He really wouldn't be on loan in the SPL if Arsenal thought he was going to be worth a lot for them.

He is 20 years old. I suspect the fact that its a loan that Arsenal are still looking to see what the potential is with him and don't want to get rid of him too early just in case.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

If he’s excelling at Hibs they may well recall and put him into a club in the championship down South

[southern hibby]

I I’m wondering if arsenal might use him in some sort of deal for Doig.

They did seem interested in him already though granted not at the price we wanted.

GGTTH

[MWHIBBIES]

I I’m wondering if arsenal might use him in some sort of deal for Doig.

They did seem interested in him already though granted not at the price we wanted.

GGTTH

Don't think Arsenal will be after Doig now. Signed Nuno Tavares. Doig wouldn't get a look in honestly.

[Magpie2.0]

Didn’t Clarke play for Arsenal when we beat them in Pre Season?

[MWHIBBIES]

Didn’t Clarke play for Arsenal when we beat them in Pre Season?

So did Willian, it doesn't mean much :greengrin

[southern hibby]

Don't think Arsenal will be after Doig now. Signed Nuno Tavares. Doig wouldn't get a look in honestly.

Probably correct but how many young lads do these teams sign then develop for a while then sell on?

If they think Doig is a prospect and going to make money I can see them going for him.

GGTTH

[truehibernian]

Doig has done the right thing, clearly has good advice and good family around him too. Needs two more seasons at Hibs to cement his place and develop his talent, then he can move on to far greater things as a proven professional footballer. Far too many times players have moved to soon, for the lucrative deal, then drifted. Don't get the sense this will happen with Josh due to his grounding and family.

His delight at getting a new contract was evident - and after all the speculation that's great to see. I think he has handled himself superbly well for a young lad.

[HibbyAndy]

Doig has done the right thing, clearly has good advice and good family around him too. Needs two more seasons at Hibs to cement his place and develop his talent, then he can move on to far greater things as a proven professional footballer. Far too many times players have moved to soon, for the lucrative deal, then drifted. Don't get the sense this will happen with Josh due to his grounding and family.

His delight at getting a new contract was evident - and after all the speculation that's great to see. I think he has handled himself superbly well for a young lad.


I think if hibs got the right deal for Doig he would have been offski , We never got the asking price so he remains

[truehibernian]

I think if hibs got the right deal for Doig he would have been offski , We never got the asking price so he remains

Josh had no control over that though - I think he handled himself very well throughout.

[Joe6-2]

Nothing stopping us buying him outright in the summer if the price is right

The problem then is he has a great time here, the arse cheeks take notice or clubs down south

[Greenworld]

If Boyle goes (to them) then I can definitely see them offering a player and cash. Their fans seem to have turned on Mickey Johnston of late, and it was really interesting to hear Darren Jackson's impression of him when he coached him (best player he has coached and seen). I'd take that kind of deal.Theyve turned on him cause hes not very good . We dont need anymore young prospects . The lD from norway will take time to settle in and henderson is interesting not sure where he fits in.
Suspect any further signing will be more experianced

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[1875Sean]

Don't think Arsenal will be after Doig now. Signed Nuno Tavares. Doig wouldn't get a look in honestly.

Double it they have tierney and spent over £7million on a Portuguese youngster who is there for cover

[McD]

Good point, as long as he's still here.


he doesn’t need to be here for us to get him on a pre contract, just him wanting to be here, us wanting him, and a mutually agreeable contract. Arsenal could send him on loan to Real Madrid if they want, doesn’t stop him signing a pre contract with whoever he wants

[Since452]

Just cant see Arsenal being that fussed. He really wouldn't be on loan in the SPL if Arsenal thought he was going to be worth a lot for them.

It worked for Maddison, Schmicheal, Dummett etc. Not saying Clarke will get to that level but he was a starter for Arsenal in pre season so they obviously rate him.

[GreenCastle]

I think if hibs got the right deal for Doig he would have been offski , We never got the asking price so he remains

Doig signing his new deal definitely helped. He feels more valued and has a much better career path in place which Hibs will benefit from when he moves on. Basically a win for the player and club.

There was a few contracts that needed sorted with players between the LD and Kensell changeover and seems the club sorted these the last few months.

[MWHIBBIES]

It worked for Maddison, Schmicheal, Dummett etc. Not saying Clarke will get to that level but he was a starter for Arsenal in pre season so they obviously rate him.

That really doesn't mean they rate him. Most of their players were at the Euros/Copa america.

I may well be wrong but he just wouldn't be on loan at Ross County if he was in their plans IMO.

The ones you have mentioned are very rare are exceptions to the rule. Could list 100 that have gone to the championship or a foreign league.

[Unseen work]

Scotsman saying we’re wanting another defender.

[WhileTheChief..]

We still need more experience and strength on the pitch or a month from now we’ll all be saying we lack leaders.

Pleased with the additions so far but they don’t go nearly far enough.

[B.H.F.C]

We still need more experience and strength on the pitch or a month from now we’ll all be saying we lack leaders.

Pleased with the additions so far but they don’t go nearly far enough.

I think we need to accept we’re going a bit of a different direction

I generally have agreed with the leadership point before but there is still plenty experience in the team.

[Nicho87]

Macey

Clarke ———-Porteous ——-Hanlon

Cadden ——JDH —-Newell ——Doig

Boyle Mueller

Nisbet

Subs
Melkerson
Henderson
Doidge
McGinn
Stevenson
Campbell
New Defender

Amazing what a few signings does for competition for places

I personally got a feeling
Wright
Allan
Newell
Could be exiting this window which if true with newell leaves us light in midfield by one i reckon

Really excited by the attacking options

[MWHIBBIES]

We still need more experience and strength on the pitch or a month from now we’ll all be saying we lack leaders.

Pleased with the additions so far but they don’t go nearly far enough.

We don't lack leaders now.

[gbhibby]

Scotsman saying we’re wanting another defender.

Wonder if it's McCart.

[04Sauzee]

Wonder if it's McCart.

I'd imagine it could be a leftie, just not sure if cCart would still be on our radar? Interesting times though.

[bingo70]

Macey

Clarke ———-Porteous ——-Hanlon

Cadden ——JDH —-Newell ——Doig

Boyle Mueller

Nisbet

Subs
Melkerson
Henderson
Doidge
McGinn
Stevenson
Campbell
New Defender

Amazing what a few signings does for competition for places

I personally got a feeling
Wright
Allan
Newell
Could be exiting this window which if true with newell leaves us light in midfield by one i reckon

Really excited by the attacking options

With Porteous being suspended for the next 2 games, it shows we still really need a new centre half as well.

Wonder if we’ll go back in for the Norwegian we nearly got in the summer? He can apparently play left sided centre half as well. Do that and Hanlon can move to playing the sweeper role.

[Brightside]

I'd imagine it could be a leftie, just not sure if cCart would still be on our radar? Interesting times though.

If we are after another defender it’s got to be a lefty to cover Hanlon etc.

[Nicho87]

Listening to Clyde super scoreboard for my sins

Pratting on about Celtic linked with Boyle

Mark Wilson saying a year too old and ship has sailed
Gordon Dalziel saying Celtic should be all over it

[Brightside]

Listening to Clyde super scoreboard for my sins

Pratting on about Celtic linked with Boyle

Mark Wilson saying a year too old and ship has sailed
Gordon Dalziel saying Celtic should be all over it

I don’t think he’s a signing for Celtic at all.

[King Cosell]

With Porteous being suspended for the next 2 games, it shows we still really need a new centre half as well.

Wonder if we’ll go back in for the Norwegian we nearly got in the summer? He can apparently play left sided centre half as well. Do that and Hanlon can move to playing the sweeper role.

He's suspended for 3 games.

[Greencore]

Listening to Clyde super scoreboard for my sins

Pratting on about Celtic linked with Boyle

Mark Wilson saying a year too old and ship has sailed
Gordon Dalziel saying Celtic should be all over it


Hibs have a valuation, no chance celtic would meet that. He will either go down south or middle east. IF he goes.

Under the old regime we definitely would have accepted a low ball offer.

Times have changed now.

[BegbieHSC]

Jason Kerr. If that happens…wow! What a window!

[007]

Hibs have a valuation, no chance celtic would meet that. He will either go down south or middle east. IF he goes.

Under the old regime we definitely would have accepted a low ball offer.

Times have changed now.

Supposedly £3m is the price tag and if they don't mess us about like the McGinn saga and meet the asking price, then I'd be okay with him going. Get the deal done sooner rather than later to give us enough time to to use the money on a replacement and strengthen other areas of the squad.

[S4uzee]

Supposedly £3m is the price tag and if they don't mess us about like the McGinn saga and meet the asking price, then I'd be okay with him going. Get the deal done sooner rather than later to give us enough time to to use the money on a replacement and strengthen other areas of the squad.

At a club like Hibs, it’s impossible to replace someone like Boyle and the influence he has

[CapitalGreen]

Jason Kerr. If that happens…wow! What a window!

Not happening, he’s only been at Wigan 4 months and is currently their 1st choice back up centre back.

[King Cosell]

Not happening, he’s only been at Wigan 4 months and is currently their 1st choice back up centre back.

He's probably moping around the training ground with a face like a smacked arse, getting on everyone's nerves. A bid might be welcome.

[brythehibby]

Not happening, he’s only been at Wigan 4 months and is currently their 1st choice back up centre back.

I wouldn’t be surprised to see him go on loan or want a move. Half a season in and he’s played 4 league games. Going from captain of a double cup winning side and playing every week to a back up in league one can’t be much fun.

[WeeRussell]

If we are after another defender it’s got to be a lefty to cover Hanlon etc.

If we’re signing cover for Hanlon it really doesn’t matter at all which foot he prefers.

[sean04]

Putting 2 and 2 together and maybe getting 5 but rocky bushiri. Big Belgium lad from Norwich. Sure maloney will know him from Belgium youth sides and Ben will know him from Norwich. Just a hunch

[bingo70]

Putting 2 and 2 together and maybe getting 5 but rocky bushiri. Big Belgium lad from Norwich. Sure maloney will know him from Belgium youth sides and Ben will know him from Norwich. Just a hunch

And his agent has just started following Hibs on Instagram apparently.

[MWHIBBIES]

Hibs have a valuation, no chance celtic would meet that. He will either go down south or middle east. IF he goes.

Under the old regime we definitely would have accepted a low ball offer.

Times have changed now.

Petrie was many things but he never, ever sold players cheap. Got brilliant money for our golden generation.

[HibeeSS0762]

And his agent has just started following Hibs on Instagram apparently.

Who’s his agent?

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Petrie was many things but he never, ever sold players cheap. Got brilliant money for our golden generation.

Stokes to Celtic was cheap IMO

[King Cosell]

So excited about football right now I'm seriously temped to go to Carlisle v Bradford City on Saturday.

[bingo70]

Who’s his agent?

His brother apparently. Sorry don’t know more than that.

Someone mentioned it on twitter and it’s on the PM Board as well. (Hopefully the poster doesn’t mind me saying that as I saw it on twitter first 😂)

[MWHIBBIES]

Stokes to Celtic was cheap IMO

Possibly, but Stokes wasn't sold based purely on ability. He was causing problems in the dressing room.

[WeeRussell]

Possibly, but Stokes wasn't sold based purely on ability. He was causing problems in the dressing room.

Was he? Before signing for Celtic?

Anyway, I’m not sure he was an example of us selling cheap, relatively speaking.

[MWHIBBIES]

Was he? Before signing for Celtic?

Anyway, I’m not sure he was an example of us selling cheap, relatively speaking.

Story was he owed multiple teammates money because of a gambling problem.

1.2 million wasn't dreadful for him. Replacing him with Daryl Duffy was, though.

[Unseen work]

His brother is Kevin Bushiri who is an agent for Interlex sport.

Following Hibs on Instagram.

Could be because of his brother but he may have many other players.

Any other link to it being Bushiri or is it just because of Instagram?

[Brightside]

Wouldn’t be surprised to see a goalkeeper coming in.
Marshall loan stumbling block is his current wage.

We have zero reason to bring in a goalie.

[Brightside]

If we’re signing cover for Hanlon it really doesn’t matter at all which foot he prefers.

Every coach in football would disagree with you.

[Stevie Reid]

Stokes to Celtic was cheap IMO

Was there not chat of there being a release clause in Stokes’ contact for a certain fee, that Celtic met? Would make sense given how much of a coup it was to get him. He was a £2M striker two years prior to us signing him.

Anyway, no one knows for sure. I agree with the point that you replied to, that Petrie didn’t sell players on the cheap. Far from it

[Vault Boy]

Lewis Neilson of Dundee United is also with InterLex Sport. Out of contract in the summer and just back playing after a bad injury.

[neil7908]

Every coach in football would disagree with you.

Really? How may teams play with 1 right and one left footed centre back? Of course it's preferable but I'd guess it wouldn't make a massive difference.

[Steve20]

We have zero reason to bring in a goalie.

We have a big reason. Macey isn’t really that good. I’d say it’s a position we really need. That and another centre mid (not convinced by JDH or Newell tbh)

It’s been an excellent window so far though. Few positions still need improvement, but get that sorted and we can have a good go at the Cup and put pressure on Hearts for 3rd.

[Winston Ingram]

Was there not chat of there being a release clause in Stokes’ contact for a certain fee, that Celtic met? Would make sense given how much of a coup it was to get him. He was a £2M striker two years prior to us signing him.

Anyway, no one knows for sure. I agree with the point that you replied to, that Petrie didn’t sell players on the cheap. Far from it

I'm sure I read that we let him go for such a low fee because he was causing so much bother

[Brightside]

We have a big reason. Macey isn’t really that good. I’d say it’s a position we really need. That and another centre mid (not convinced by JDH or Newell tbh)

It’s been an excellent window so far though. Few positions still need improvement, but get that sorted and we can have a good go at the Cup and put pressure on Hearts for 3rd.

JDH has been one of our best players and Macey has done very little wrong. We also have a strong sun goalie in Big Kev. My opinion is there is almost zero chance we are looking at those areas.

[DJ HIBBY]

I'm sure I read that we let him go for such a low fee because he was causing so much bother

Met Stokes whilst out in Glasgow after he signed for Celtic. His words were he was called into Petrie’s office and told he was going to Celtic. Have since heard the same gambling stories and borrowing money off the younger players etc

[Brightside]

Really? How may teams play with 1 right and one left footed centre back? Of course it's preferable but I'd guess it wouldn't make a massive difference.

We play a back 3. Having a right footed LCB would be stupid as the attacking team can easily put that player under pressure on his weak side and creates traps on the other. You can get away with it in a back 4 but no chance in a back 3. You will struggle to find many teams set up like that. We now have 3 right sided CBs out of 4. Any new signing in that area should be left footed.

[Slim Shady]

We have zero reason to bring in a goalie.

That’s your opinion.

May not necessarily be the opinion of the new management / coaching team.

[Since452]

If we bring in a keeper I can only see it being back up to Macey with Dabrowski going out on loan. We still have Mitchell too mind.

[GloryGlory]

Don't shoot the messenger but I saw this name on Twitter as the CB we are negotiating with:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliaquim_Mangala

Seems unlikely given his age - 30 - doesn't fit the profile of young, hungry footballers we supposedly target.

[Willis1875]

Don't shoot the messenger but I saw this name on Twitter as the CB we are negotiating with:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliaquim_Mangala

Seems unlikely given his age - 30 - doesn't fit the profile of young, hungry footballers we supposedly target.

More chance of me signing for Hibs.Zero chance this happens

[Since90+2]

Don't shoot the messenger but I saw this name on Twitter as the CB we are negotiating with:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliaquim_Mangala

Seems unlikely given his age - 30 - doesn't fit the profile of young, hungry footballers we supposedly target.

I'd say theres next to zero chance. Mangala was probably on about 50/60 grand a week last season and he's only 30 not 35.

[Callum_62]

Don't shoot the messenger but I saw this name on Twitter as the CB we are negotiating with:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliaquim_Mangala

Seems unlikely given his age - 30 - doesn't fit the profile of young, hungry footballers we supposedly target.Seems unlikely because his wages would massive [emoji23]

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[GloryGlory]

I'd say theres next to zero chance. Mangala was probably on about 50/60 grand a week last season and he's only 30 not 35.

Yes I did put his age as 30.

[GloryGlory]

I'd say theres next to zero chance. Mangala was probably on about 50/60 grand a week last season and he's only 30 not 35.

Looks lke he is out of contract since last summer though, so currently on £0 per week.

[Johnny_Leith]

Don't shoot the messenger but I saw this name on Twitter as the CB we are negotiating with:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliaquim_Mangala

Seems unlikely given his age - 30 - doesn't fit the profile of young, hungry footballers we supposedly target.

You cannot suggest Hibs are going to sign mangala and start off by requesting not to be ridiculed. Must be a windup.

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[Since90+2]

Yes I did put his age as 30.

Mangala at age 30 is not going to sign for us. It's fantasyland stuff. Never happen in a million years.

[Juniper Greens]

Haha! if we sign Mangala, then the world has gone mad. I very much doubt its happening (although I'd be happy enough to be wrong)

[green with envy]

JDH has been one of our best players and Macey has done very little wrong. We also have a strong sun goalie in Big Kev. My opinion is there is almost zero chance we are looking at those areas.

Spot on! Stevie 20 is the biggest pessimist on this board when it comes to anything Hibs.

[04Sauzee]

You cannot suggest Hibs are going to sign mangala and start off by requesting not to be ridiculed. Must be a windup.

🤣🤣🤣🤣

Looking for this rumour on twitter looks like it was one guy who chucked his name in for a laugh 😁

[Souter96Mac]

Would Mangala play ahead of McGinn though?

[GloryGlory]

You cannot suggest Hibs are going to sign mangala and start off by requesting not to be ridiculed. Must be a windup.

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Sorry for only reporting a rumour on a rumours thread, with the explicit caveat it was something I saw on twitter, so allowing people to draw their own conclusions. Should have stayed well off topic and only posted replies criticising current and former Hibs players, eh?

[Gloucester Hibs]

Spot on! Stevie 20 is the biggest pessimist on this board when it comes to anything Hibs.

Ditto on the Bounce, reminds me of Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh, definitely a glass half empty kinda guy! Should perhaps consider a username change to Buzz Killington

[Since452]

Would Mangala play ahead of McGinn though?

To be fair McGinn has been capped for Scotland, Mangala hasn't 😉

[J-C]

Wonder if it's McCart.

I got told this morning a LB but could be a left sided defender.

[bingo70]

I got told this morning a LB but could be a left sided defender.

https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/kristoffer-tonnessen/profil/spieler/375403

Still think it makes sense for it to be this guy.

Thought that was really odd in the summer that we had a transfer fee and everything agreed but it never happened. I know it will be related to Doig not going but you’d think we just have had a fair idea Doig wasn’t leaving when it appears no offer had even been accepted so why did negotiations get so far down the line with him?

[J-C]

https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/kristoffer-tonnessen/profil/spieler/375403

Still think it makes sense for it to be this guy.

Thought that was really odd in the summer that we had a transfer fee and everything agreed but it never happened. I know it will be related to Doig not going but you’d think we just have had a fair idea Doig wasn’t leaving when it appears no offer had even been accepted so why did negotiations get so far down the line with him?

Probably more to do with playing a back 3, maybe means Lewis doing more mentoring/coaching and less having to rely on the older guys for cover.

[MWHIBBIES]

Probably more to do with playing a back 3, maybe means Lewis doing more mentoring/coaching and less having to rely on the older guys for cover.

Absolutely no chance we're looking to sign someone to replace Lewis. Guy is fit as a 23 year old and a good player in this league. He would be wasted coaching right now.

[Cat Stanton]

Sorry for only reporting a rumour on a rumours thread, with the explicit caveat it was something I saw on twitter, so allowing people to draw their own conclusions. Should have stayed well off topic and only posted replies criticising current and former Hibs players, eh?

Well said - what's the point of a transfer rumours thread if you can't post a transfer rumour without getting criticised for doing so? And you smothered it in the appropriate caveat that it was twitter. There are just people who want to jump down other people's throats at the first opportunity.

[Callum_62]

Well said - what's the point of a transfer rumours thread if you can't post a transfer rumour without getting criticised for doing so? And you smothered it in the appropriate caveat that it was twitter. There are just people who want to jump down other people's throats at the first opportunity.Who's jumping down anyones throats?

Rumour posted most replies say that would be incredibly unlikely, mostly due to him earning mega money previously

I don't see the drama

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[Johnny_Leith]

Sorry for only reporting a rumour on a rumours thread, with the explicit caveat it was something I saw on twitter, so allowing people to draw their own conclusions. Should have stayed well off topic and only posted replies criticising current and former Hibs players, eh?

Cheer up lad, I've heard Hibs are trying to sign some guy called Lionel Messi!

[Callum_62]

Villa sign Coutinho on loan with an option to buy

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[GloryGlory]

Cheer up lad, I've heard Hibs are trying to sign some guy called Lionel Messi!

Thanks very much, but I'm not a lad.

[Souter96Mac]

https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/kristoffer-tonnessen/profil/spieler/375403

Still think it makes sense for it to be this guy.

Thought that was really odd in the summer that we had a transfer fee and everything agreed but it never happened. I know it will be related to Doig not going but you’d think we just have had a fair idea Doig wasn’t leaving when it appears no offer had even been accepted so why did negotiations get so far down the line with him?

See he follows a Scottish agent on Instagram, who looks to have been involved in some deals with Hibs recently. Looks like he was involved in the young lad McCulloch signing a new contract with us.

Whether that means anything or not, I don't know

[Unseen work]

Someone on Twitter saying we’re linked with Josh Wilson Esbrand from Man City.

Personally I hope not as he’s 19 and hardly played any games.

As happy as I am with our transfer activity I think our squad is now young enough and the next couple of players coming in should be a bit older with more experience.

Edit - Just had a proper look, read and watched some videos - sign him up 😅

[BILLYHIBS]

Hibernian expected to sign Belgian centre back 22 year old Rocky Bushiri

Loan with option to buy

HIBS News Twitter

[SMAXXA]

We have a big reason. Macey isn’t really that good. I’d say it’s a position we really need. That and another centre mid (not convinced by JDH or Newell tbh)

It’s been an excellent window so far though. Few positions still need improvement, but get that sorted and we can have a good go at the Cup and put pressure on Hearts for 3rd.

Nonsense is all I can say to this

[HendoDelivered]

Villa sign Coutinho on loan with an option to buy

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There’s your Grealish replacement

[GloryGlory]

Hibernian expected to sign Belgian centre back 22 year old Rocky Bushiri

Loan with option to buy

HIBS News Twitter

Shame Marciano isn't still here. We could have had Rocky and Rocky II on the field together! :greengrin

[Unseen work]

Hibernian expected to sign Belgian centre back 22 year old Rocky Bushiri

Loan with option to buy

HIBS News Twitter

Seems to have come from this Twitter account @scottishfr

The bio reads for an interesting read when you translate it 😂

[Since452]

There’s your Grealish replacement

I can see City replacing Grealish at this rate too.

[WeeRussell]

Really? How may teams play with 1 right and one left footed centre back? Of course it's preferable but I'd guess it wouldn't make a massive difference.

It doesn’t, it’s more a hibs.net thing rather than an “every coach in the world” thing 👍

It gets brought up for centre midfielders and centre halves on here all the time. A needless obsession.

[Latapy'sVolley]

A Scottish top flight side said to be interested in Ryan Broom, left midfielder, currently on loan at Plymouth from Peterborough.

Would be surprised if it's us as he's a midfielder, not a LCB.

[Unseen work]

Some interesting opinions on Bishiri

https://www.pinkun.com/sport/norwich-city/canaries-ncfc-rocky-bushiri-trial-coventry-8181078

https://forum.pinkun.com/index.php?/topic/143180-rocky-bushiri-failed-trial-at-coventry/

I’m short he is rapid, powerful, raw, rash, just back from an injury and struggling for minutes and never got a deal after being on trial at Coventry.

[Michael]

A Scottish top flight side said to be interested in Ryan Broom, left midfielder, currently on loan at Plymouth from Peterborough.

Would be surprised if it's us as he's a midfielder, not a LCB.

Ryan Broom - reckon he's any good as a sweeper?

[Cat Stanton]

Who's jumping down anyones throats?

Rumour posted most replies say that would be incredibly unlikely, mostly due to him earning mega money previously

I don't see the drama

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I don't see any drama either. But I do see people giving someone a bit of a hard time ('you can't suggest this and expect not to be ridiculed') when all he's doing is reporting a rumour on a thread set up to report rumours.

It's nice to be nice. That's what I say...

[Latapy'sVolley]

Ryan Broom - reckon he's any good as a sweeper?

:top marks

[Paul1642]

Changed days when transfer rumours start because of who’s following who on instagram 😂. What ever happened to hearing things down the pub.

[GloryGlory]

Changed days when transfer rumours start because of who’s following who on instagram 😂. What ever happened to hearing things down the pub.

Or in the queue at Greggs! :greengrin

[Paul1642]

Or in the queue at Greggs! :greengrin

Can we change the green text at the start of the thread to (instagram) 😀

[Souter96Mac]

A Scottish top flight side said to be interested in Ryan Broom, left midfielder, currently on loan at Plymouth from Peterborough.

Would be surprised if it's us as he's a midfielder, not a LCB.

Yeah he looks more of an attacking midfielder from what I've found online and clips on YouTube.

Maybe it's Aberdeen who's interested. They've just announced a player has returned to wolves that they had on loan

[Heisenberg]

Some interesting opinions on Bishiri

https://www.pinkun.com/sport/norwich-city/canaries-ncfc-rocky-bushiri-trial-coventry-8181078

https://forum.pinkun.com/index.php?/topic/143180-rocky-bushiri-failed-trial-at-coventry/

I’m short he is rapid, powerful, raw, rash, just back from an injury and struggling for minutes and never got a deal after being on trial at Coventry.

I can’t say I’d be overly delighted with that signing given how few games he’s played for his age and his reported injury record. Got to trust Ben Kensell will know enough about him and I’d guess Maloney will too.

[Big_Franck]

Some interesting opinions on Bishiri

https://www.pinkun.com/sport/norwich-city/canaries-ncfc-rocky-bushiri-trial-coventry-8181078

https://forum.pinkun.com/index.php?/topic/143180-rocky-bushiri-failed-trial-at-coventry/

I’m short he is rapid, powerful, raw, rash, just back from an injury and struggling for minutes and never got a deal after being on trial at Coventry.

That doesn't sound great. Injury prone and rash isn't what we need at centre half. Looking at his career so far he'd appear to be another signing similar to Darnell Johnson or Daniel Boateng. We've made 3 good signings this week IMO but we badly need a strong, dependable leader at CB.

[Rumble de Thump]

It's worth bearing in mind that Twitter has about 200 million daily active users, so naming 'Twitter' or 'someone on Twitter' as a source is about as much use as an inflatable dartboard.

[Greencore]

It's worth bearing in mind that Twitter has about 200 million daily active users, so naming 'Twitter' or 'someone on Twitter' as a source is about as much use as an inflatable dartboard.

How many of those 200 million know or take an interest in hibs though?

[Unseen work]

That doesn't sound great. Injury prone and rash isn't what we need at centre half. Looking at his career so far he'd appear to be another signing similar to Darnell Johnson or Daniel Boateng. We've made 3 good signings this week IMO but we badly need a strong, dependable leader at CB.

Thought the same re Johnson.

Like you say think we need an experienced and calming figure at the back. I think how Maloney wants to play he will want someone really quick and athletic at the back and also good on the ball.

Mugabi at Motherwell has impressed this season, wonder if we’d go for him.

I just want us to be careful with how many young inexperienced players were signing.

[bingo70]

It's worth bearing in mind that Twitter has about 200 million daily active users, so naming 'Twitter' or 'someone on Twitter' as a source is about as much use as an inflatable dartboard.

Thank you, thank you, thank you 😂

“Heard it on twitter so probably not true”

“According to twitter”

“Rumour on twitter we’re signing this guy”

Phrases like that have me close to throwing my phone out the window. I’m trying to dial down my anger about it though. I couldn’t let your post pass without showing my gratitude for someone else highlighting it this time though.

Thanks.

[bingo70]

How many of those 200 million know or take an interest in hibs though?

Doesn’t matter, you still have huge variations in reliability.

If it’s the Evening News or a respected journalist for example, it’s likely to be more reliable than a daft 12 year old making their first tweet and who’s only follower is their mum.

The source is who tweeted it, not the fact it came from twitter.

[WhileTheChief..]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!

[percy veer]

Don't shoot the messenger but I saw this name on Twitter as the CB we are negotiating with:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eliaquim_Mangala

Seems unlikely given his age - 30 - doesn't fit the profile of young, hungry footballers we supposedly target.


I think that may have just trumped the rumour david ginola was signing for hibs , deary me.

[easty]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!

We weren't guaranteed goals when we signed Kamberi. He'd barely scored any pre-Hibs. I don't think it's vastly different to the Melkerson signing in that respect.

[Brightside]

Hibernian expected to sign Belgian centre back 22 year old Rocky Bushiri

Loan with option to buy

HIBS News Twitter

You’d be better blocking that on Twitter.

[B.H.F.C]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!

Experienced players don’t guarantee you goals or anything. Jamie Murphy is experienced and provided little. Drey Wright.

Nothing to say these players won’t make an impact. We’ve already got Boyle, Nisbet and Doidge and looking less reliant on Boyle in the two games under Maloney already.

Hibs aren’t spending hundreds of thousands on a player just for the future.

[Tyler Durden]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!

We've signed 4 players who can make an impact now - maybe 5 if we include Tait. Their experience level really doesn't matter.

As for "we're already being told to be patient...". It's just the usual things any manager would say. Think you're looking for a negative when there isn't one there.

[Northernhibee]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!

I disagree with your analysis. Maloney blatantly has a very clear vision of how we should play and what is required from each individual player and I'd rather we signed young, talented and technically good players who are still a bit maliable and able to buy into what Maloney is doing, rather than coming in with several years of muscle memory of how they've played before or a "I know better" attitude.

[MWHIBBIES]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!


Kamberi was 22 and had 4 career goals when we signed him.

[Ronniekirk]

Some interesting opinions on Bishiri

https://www.pinkun.com/sport/norwich-city/canaries-ncfc-rocky-bushiri-trial-coventry-8181078

https://forum.pinkun.com/index.php?/topic/143180-rocky-bushiri-failed-trial-at-coventry/

I’m short he is rapid, powerful, raw, rash, just back from an injury and struggling for minutes and never got a deal after being on trial at Coventry.

But Maloney will surely have the inside track on the guy But clearly a risk re injury and for rash read will potentially give goals away But just need to wait and see


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[Since452]

That doesn't sound great. Injury prone and rash isn't what we need at centre half. Looking at his career so far he'd appear to be another signing similar to Darnell Johnson or Daniel Boateng. We've made 3 good signings this week IMO but we badly need a strong, dependable leader at CB.

Charlie Mulgrew would have been a brilliant signing back in the summer.

[easty]

JDH has been one of our best players and Macey has done very little wrong. We also have a strong sun goalie in Big Kev. My opinion is there is almost zero chance we are looking at those areas.

Has Dabrowski even played a first team game for us yet? Half a season in League 2 on loan, less than that in League 1. He's been here a long time, he's now 23 years old. Jack Ross, who gave Macey the cup games last season, didn't use Dabrowski at all this season.

I had high hopes for him a couple of years ago, but not so much anymore.

As for Macey, he's an ok keeper, but I feel like it's absolute panic stations whenever the ball goes back to him, I don't think it's good for the team. I'd agree there are other areas to sort out first, but I'd be happy if we got another keeper in.

[Walter]

Any news on Mangala?

[PatHead]

Thank you, thank you, thank you 😂

“Heard it on twitter so probably not true”

“According to twitter”

“Rumour on twitter we’re signing this guy”

Phrases like that have me close to throwing my phone out the window. I’m trying to dial down my anger about it though. I couldn’t let your post pass without showing my gratitude for someone else highlighting it this time though.

Thanks.
Funnily enough I just read that on twitter.

[Souter96Mac]

Any news on Mangala?

Doesn't fit the young hungry player profile and is too experiend so we've said no

[SHODAN]

I have heard that there is a rumour on Twitter.

[delbert]

That doesn't sound great. Injury prone and rash isn't what we need at centre half. Looking at his career so far he'd appear to be another signing similar to Darnell Johnson or Daniel Boateng. We've made 3 good signings this week IMO but we badly need a strong, dependable leader at CB.

This, and this again, followed by this ! 👍

[hibsbollah]

Has the Jamie McCart to Hibs chat died down? All quiet on that front seemingly.

[Souter96Mac]

Has the Jamie McCart to Hibs chat died down? All quiet on that front seemingly.

Hopefully it'll keep quiet

[hibsbollah]

Hopefully it'll keep quiet

I like him.

[CmoantheHibs]

It's worth bearing in mind that Twitter has about 200 million daily active users, so naming 'Twitter' or 'someone on Twitter' as a source is about as much use as an inflatable dartboard.
The way I play darts an inflatable dartboard is as useful as a bristle one:greengrin

[Brightside]

It doesn’t, it’s more a hibs.net thing rather than an “every coach in the world” thing 👍

It gets brought up for centre midfielders and centre halves on here all the time. A needless obsession.

I’ve explained it. It’s far from a needless obsession with a back 3. 👍

[GreenCastle]

Has Mueller started training yet ?

Obviously seen the 3 recent players in Hibs training kit but nothing on Mueller yet ?

Are the full squad back training ?

[Bayern Bru]

Has Mueller started training yet ?

Obviously seen the 3 recent players in Hibs training kit but nothing on Mueller yet ?

Are the full squad back training ?

They've all been back since Monday.

[Hibs07p]

Has Dabrowski even played a first team game for us yet? Half a season in League 2 on loan, less than that in League 1. He's been here a long time, he's now 23 years old. Jack Ross, who gave Macey the cup games last season, didn't use Dabrowski at all this season.

I had high hopes for him a couple of years ago, but not so much anymore.

As for Macey, he's an ok keeper, but I feel like it's absolute panic stations whenever the ball goes back to him, I don't think it's good for the team. I'd agree there are other areas to sort out first, but I'd be happy if we got another keeper in.

Dabrowski played the 2nd half v Arsenal where he pulled of a couple of good saves as well as saving a penalty. I thought his performance was great that night and expected him to get some game time because of it. I still believe he desrves that chance in some of the games we're expected to dominate possession.

GGTTH
Scottish Cup Winners 2016

[Smartie]

Dabrowski played the 2nd half v Arsenal where he pulled of a couple of good saves as well as saving a penalty. I thought his performance was great that night and expected him to get some game time because of it. I still believe he desrves that chance in some of the games we're expected to dominate possession.

GGTTH
Scottish Cup Winners 2016

I thought he played well that night and was quite looking forward to him getting a chance at some point.

On all honesty, I don't think Macey has given any manager sufficient reason to drop him yet and I find some of the criticism that comes his way a bit mystifying.

Still hoping he gets a chance at some point and takes it, but I'm not in a rush to see Macey replaced.

[Hibernian Verse]

I spoke to a guy today that has played with Bashiri on a number of occasions for Norwich age groups and he said he's absolutely class at that level.

Whether that would translate to "class" up here is another matter.

[ahibby]

Has Mueller started training yet ?

Obviously seen the 3 recent players in Hibs training kit but nothing on Mueller yet ?

Are the full squad back training ?
I wondered the same as I dont see him listed in the squad yet while the others except HC are.

[HoboHarry]

Ryan Broom - reckon he's any good as a sweeper?
Somewhere in the team there is a vacuum to fill in....

[Hibs07p]

I thought he played well that night and was quite looking forward to him getting a chance at some point.

On all honesty, I don't think Macey has given any manager sufficient reason to drop him yet and I find some of the criticism that comes his way a bit mystifying.

Still hoping he gets a chance at some point and takes it, but I'm not in a rush to see Macey replaced.

I think Rocky was better overall, but too many tv saves IMO, Macey doesn't fill me with confidence, and he makes "easy" saves look difficult, by easy, I mean saves that any keeper would be expected to make, but leaves us under pressure by conceeding corners or putting the ball back into danger. He's had two decent performances under SM, so all is not lost, but I would really love Darowski to get an opportunity.

GGTTH
Scottish Cup Winners 2016

[NAE NOOKIE]

Thought the same re Johnson.

Like you say think we need an experienced and calming figure at the back. I think how Maloney wants to play he will want someone really quick and athletic at the back and also good on the ball.

Mugabi at Motherwell has impressed this season, wonder if we’d go for him.

I just want us to be careful with how many young inexperienced players were signing.

I'm with you on this one, the guy looked a player last season as well, seems decent in the air and pretty strong defensively, also has a goal in him from corners, or at the very least presents a threat. Only 26 with decent experience and his contract runs out in the summer.

Put it this way .... I'm one of these folk who barely ever notices opposition players, but I have him so that's a plus :greengrin

[BegbieHSC]

Has Mueller started training yet ?

Obviously seen the 3 recent players in Hibs training kit but nothing on Mueller yet ?

Are the full squad back training ?

Mueller was definitely training when Maloney was announced, as he was in full training gear shaking Maloney’s hand in the announcement video.

I think the squad are back in full training as of yesterday?

[WeeRussell]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!

I think unreasonable expectations and premature criticism like this is maybe why managers are quick to remind supporters that young laddies moving from foreign countries might need to settle-in before showing their best form.

[007]

It's worth bearing in mind that Twitter has about 200 million daily active users, so naming 'Twitter' or 'someone on Twitter' as a source is about as much use as an inflatable dartboard.


Thank you, thank you, thank you 😂

“Heard it on twitter so probably not true”

“According to twitter”

“Rumour on twitter we’re signing this guy”

Phrases like that have me close to throwing my phone out the window. I’m trying to dial down my anger about it though. I couldn’t let your post pass without showing my gratitude for someone else highlighting it this time though.

Thanks.

It would be good if folk quoting Twitter included the link to the Tweet though some might not know they can click on the share symbol (three circles connected by two lines) at the bottom right of the Tweet to get it.

E.G.

https://i.ibb.co/jMYTKLS/IMG-20220107-0001.jpg (https://ibb.co/4TL7yjH)

[Dibben]

I have heard that there is a rumour on Twitter.

Source??

[lord bunberry]

Dabrowski played the 2nd half v Arsenal where he pulled of a couple of good saves as well as saving a penalty. I thought his performance was great that night and expected him to get some game time because of it. I still believe he desrves that chance in some of the games we're expected to dominate possession.

GGTTH
Scottish Cup Winners 2016
He should’ve played in the league cup games, I don’t know why Ross didn’t play him in those games. Hopefully Maloney will play him in the upcoming cup game.

[Shanksaidno]

He should’ve played in the league cup games, I don’t know why Ross didn’t play him in those games. Hopefully Maloney will play him in the upcoming cup game.

Ryan Tait not getting much profile on his arrival. Where will he fit in ?

[Shanksaidno]

Ryan Tait not getting much profile on his arrival. Where will he fit in ?

Meant DYLAN

[King Cosell]

Meant DYLAN

We heard all about him and got an interview when he signed in the summer.

[lord bunberry]

Ryan Tait not getting much profile on his arrival. Where will he fit in ?
I don’t know much about him to be honest. Like all the new signings we’ll just have to wait and see, they won’t all start to begin with and they won’t all be a success.

[my left peg]

I can see City replacing Grealish at this rate too.

Back to villa for 50 million[emoji16]


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[Hibs07p]

He should’ve played in the league cup games, I don’t know why Ross didn’t play him in those games. Hopefully Maloney will play him in the upcoming cup game.

I agree totally.

GGTTH
Scottish Cup Winners 2016

[Unseen work]

For those that are interested in the current rumours on Twitter here they are;

Hibs want 3/3.5 million for Boyle which celtic are considering. Johnstone may be used as part of the deal.

We’re signing a Brazilian.

Toby Sibbick has agreed a 2.5 year deal.

I imagine it is all guesswork unless someone on here has heard similar?

[WhileTheChief..]

Kamberi was 22 and had 4 career goals when we signed him.

That's my point :aok:

He came in and from day 1 was banging the goals in. I'm hoping for similar.

[WhileTheChief..]

I think unreasonable expectations and premature criticism like this is maybe why managers are quick to remind supporters that young laddies moving from foreign countries might need to settle-in before showing their best form.

You mean like coming all the way from Japan for example? Didn't take that lad long.

I've not even criticised anyone so you're jumping the gun having a pop at me.

As for looking for strikers to score, I've never felt that's an unreasonable expectation!

[SMAXXA]

Signing players with potential and sell on value is all well and good, but we need experienced players in who can make an impact now.

When we brought in Kamberi and McLaren they scored goals instantly, but we're already being told to be patient and that it takes time for players to settle it.

Bollocks to that. Let's stop tip toeing around things and sign some players that are raring to go now, not that might be in a few years!!

Fans moaning we need to sign players after a terrible window in the summer, this is addressed with number of players in within the first week of the January window. Now fans moaning it’s not acceptable for some of these players may need time to settle in, with ‘may’ being the operative word. Why don’t you just see what happens no need to paint a negative picture of what might happen is there?

Look how McLaren and Flo ended up, back to square one journeymen here and gone. I’d much rather see us build for the future than sign guys like this everyday.

[marinello59]

Fans moaning we need to sign players after a terrible window in the summer, this is addressed with number of players in within the first week of the January window. Now fans moaning it’s not acceptable for some of these players to need time to settle in, which may being the operative word. Why don’t you just see what happens no need to paint a negative picture of what might happen is there?

Look how McLaren and Flo ended up, back to square on journeymen here and gone. I’d much rather see us build for the future than sign guys like this everyday.

I'd just like to say now that I think these guys will all do really well and I can't wait to say I told you so at the end of the season.
I'd also like to say that these guys are going to be terrible for us and I can't wait to say I told you so at the end of the season.

[brog]

I'm with you on this one, the guy looked a player last season as well, seems decent in the air and pretty strong defensively, also has a goal in him from corners, or at the very least presents a threat. Only 26 with decent experience and his contract runs out in the summer.

Put it this way .... I'm one of these folk who barely ever notices opposition players, but I have him so that's a plus :greengrin

I thought Mugabi was a bomb scare last season, his ball control was awful & definitely wouldn't fit the Maloney model. This season, playing RB or right side of a back 3 he's been much better so possibly a late developer. Still not sure how relaxed I would be with him playing out from back though.

[GordonHFC]

Source??

Facebook

[brog]

Petrie was many things but he never, ever sold players cheap. Got brilliant money for our golden generation.

Only because he finally listened to guidance and made Fletch our best paid player on a long term contract, with the subsequent top fee the result. He was also close to selling the Twins for less than we eventually got for SB and we lost about 10 years of service from Stevie Hammell for the sake of relative pennies. RP's original stance was all take it or leave it. That's not negotiation and it's not always successful. I give him great credit for finally listening, changing and ultimately doing a fine job for our club.

[Hibernian Verse]

Mueller was definitely training when Maloney was announced, as he was in full training gear shaking Maloney’s hand in the announcement video.

I think the squad are back in full training as of yesterday?

On the IKE podcast that Mueller did he said he was in on Xmas day training so assume he has been training for a while now (minus the short break they got).

[JohnMcM]

I'd just like to say now that I think these guys will all do really well and I can't wait to say I told you so at the end of the season.
I'd also like to say that these guys are going to be terrible for us and I can't wait to say I told you so at the end of the season.

I enjoyed reading that. I particularly like the two thought I’ll be correct approach. Thank you for enriching my life experience. :greengrin

[Hibiza]

Johnny Kenny spotted in an Edina Gregg's ( 2 steakbakes & diet Coke).

[erin go bragh]

Johnny Kenny spotted in an Edina Gregg's ( 2 steakbakes & diet Coke).

Obviously found out we were the first to wear the green and is signing for us 😁

[gbhibby]

Johnny Kenny spotted in an Edina Gregg's ( 2 steakbakes & diet Coke).
No buying that. If it was Tranent Greggs that would a different story.😁

[Dazzjw1875]

So the defender in talk was sibbick 2.5yr deal agreed.

[superfurryhibby]

Johnny Kenny spotted in an Edina Gregg's ( 2 steakbakes & diet Coke).

He must be lost then, given he signed for Celtic a week ago :confused:

[Callum_62]

He must be lost then, given he signed for Celtic a week ago :confused:Nothing has been annouced officially....?

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[500miles]

So the defender in talk was sibbick 2.5yr deal agreed.

As of yesterday there was nothing in that rumour.

[superfurryhibby]

Nothing has been annouced officially....?

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Ah, I thought it was a done deal.

[HendoDelivered]

So the defender in talk was sibbick 2.5yr deal agreed.

Source?

[007]

https://i.ibb.co/X7tp95w/chad-jpg-gallery.jpg (https://imgbb.com/)
Wot no transfers confirmed today?

[Dazzjw1875]

Source?

Twitter

[04Sauzee]

Twitter

Not this well known wind up merchant?

https://twitter.com/louis1875zz/status/1479448952986644482?t=XjYQTnBxbwkaO3CIu2K4Eg&s=19

[HoboHarry]

https://i.ibb.co/X7tp95w/chad-jpg-gallery.jpg (https://imgbb.com/)
Wot no transfers confirmed today?
Are we signing Gonzalo Higuain? :greengrin

[Since452]

Not this well known wind up merchant?

https://twitter.com/louis1875zz/status/1479448952986644482?t=XjYQTnBxbwkaO3CIu2K4Eg&s=19

Who is Tony Sibbick?

[HendoDelivered]

Twitter

😂

[Iain G]

Who is Tony Sibbick?

Ex-Yam defender :greengrin

[Since452]

Ex-Yam defender :greengrin

That was his brother Toby

[04Sauzee]

Who is Tony Sibbick?

😁

[Northernhibee]

Not this well known wind up merchant?

https://twitter.com/louis1875zz/status/1479448952986644482?t=XjYQTnBxbwkaO3CIu2K4Eg&s=19

Unless it's on Bebo or Friends Reunited I refuse to believe that.

[The Modfather]

Unless it's on Bebo or Friends Reunited I refuse to believe that.

Bebo, as in the striker that played for Rangers? We need better. Maloney out 😀

[WhileTheChief..]

I'd just like to say now that I think these guys will all do really well and I can't wait to say I told you so at the end of the season.
I'd also like to say that these guys are going to be terrible for us and I can't wait to say I told you so at the end of the season.

Or folk just giving their tuppence worth about things, without any need for told you so's later on?

I know next to nothing about any of these players, same as most on here. I'm not going to pretend otherwise.

Are we really at the stage on here where we have to be super positive about everything?

[Stuart93]

Not this well known wind up merchant?

https://twitter.com/louis1875zz/status/1479448952986644482?t=XjYQTnBxbwkaO3CIu2K4Eg&s=19

He’s such a wee fud

[Haymaker]

:hyper

[WeeRussell]

You mean like coming all the way from Japan for example? Didn't take that lad long.

I've not even criticised anyone so you're jumping the gun having a pop at me.

As for looking for strikers to score, I've never felt that's an unreasonable expectation!

Okay, maybe “criticism” was too strong and jumping the gun indeed. Just tip-‘toeing around’ and ‘bollocks to that’, and exaggerating as if we’re being asked to wait years (especially if it’s only “to score” you’re expecting) didn’t paint a very positive opinion of Maloney’s approach.

It’s not unreasonable to expect strikers to score. We will all expect that, and nobody including Maloney has said our strikers won’t score.

Hence the puzzlement over your problem with what he said.

[Hector Mudflap]

I think Rocky was better overall, but too many tv saves IMO, Macey doesn't fill me with confidence, and he makes "easy" saves look difficult, by easy, I mean saves that any keeper would be expected to make, but leaves us under pressure by conceeding corners or putting the ball back into danger. He's had two decent performances under SM, so all is not lost, but I would really love Darowski to get an opportunity.

GGTTH
Scottish Cup Winners 2016

This seems to me the way it's done now with keepers all seemingly programmed to parry the ball back into the danger zone. It's like they are all taught not to try and catch the ball anymore! I'm old so it might be my eyes/brain but I just can't remember Leighton Goram Rough or even big Jim Mcarthur so often "palming' the ball back into play. Macey doesn't fill me with confidence at all. Beaten a few times at his near post , takes him an age to get down and kicking all over the place. I think that SM should at least give Dabrowski a full game.

Would most people agree that Marshall would be a huge improvement ? (Not that we can get him)
There is no doubt the best keeper in the league is across the road and he's worth few points every month easily. Build from the back - They have a great confidence in their keeper and I don't think our back line has the same in ours. Pat Stanton (knows more about the game than anyone on this forum) took over a crap Hibs team and bought Alan Rough almost right away (or at least that's how I remember it) I'm sure he said that he thought it the best way in an interview. Sir Alex signed 100 players in his tenure at Man Utd 20+ of whom were goalkeepers.
Dabrowski deserves a chance IMHO.

[WeeRussell]

Or folk just giving their tuppence worth about things, without any need for told you so's later on?

I know next to nothing about any of these players, same as most on here. I'm not going to pretend otherwise.

Are we really at the stage on here where we have to be super positive about everything?

Absolutely not - there’s never any shortage of negativity throughout every season on here and that won’t change.

Being upset by a standard manager line saying it might take for a player to settle before we see the very best of him just seems strange is all.

[Northernhibee]

This seems to me the way it's done now with keepers all seemingly programmed to parry the ball back into the danger zone. It's like they are all taught not to try and catch the ball anymore! I'm old so it might be my eyes/brain but I just can't remember Leighton Goram Rough or even big Jim Mcarthur so often "palming' the ball back into play. Macey doesn't fill me with confidence at all. Beaten a few times at his near post , takes him an age to get down and kicking all over the place. I think that SM should at least give Dabrowski a full game.

Would most people agree that Marshall would be a huge improvement ? (Not that we can get him)
There is no doubt the best keeper in the league is across the road and he's worth few points every month easily. Build from the back - They have a great confidence in their keeper and I don't think our back line has the same in ours. Pat Stanton (knows more about the game than anyone on this forum) took over a crap Hibs team and bought Alan Rough almost right away (or at least that's how I remember it) I'm sure he said that he thought it the best way in an interview. Sir Alex signed 100 players in his tenure at Man Utd 20+ of whom were goalkeepers.
Dabrowski deserves a chance IMHO.

Disagree with that. It's all fair and well looking back decades to make an example but the game is so different nowadays - faster paced, the ball moves about more in the air and is quite easy to get caught out by tryng to be clever. Much better to be safety first and palm the ball round the post or out wide or punch a cross to safety if there's a danger of fumbling it or it squirming through fingertips when trying to catch.

Macey is pretty good at getting down for low shots IMO, his main flaws come in his distribution.

[Hibiza]

He must be lost then, given he signed for Celtic a week ago :confused:

Not signed for them yet furry.

[tonyrougier123]

Hopefully we tie up mugabi this window either pre contract or signed for a fee.athletic type fits the mould.heard we were in for him in summer but nowt came of it unfortunately.

[brog]

https://i.ibb.co/X7tp95w/chad-jpg-gallery.jpg (https://imgbb.com/)
Wot no transfers confirmed today?

Exactly!! Rubbish window! 😀

[Golden Bear]

Hopefully we tie up mugabi this window either pre contract or signed for a fee.athletic type fits the mould.heard we were in for him in summer but nowt came of it unfortunately.

Mugabi was outstanding against us recently and I mentioned his performance to a Motherwell supporting mate. His answer was "he's usually a bomb scare."

[Since452]

Mugabi was outstanding against us recently and I mentioned his performance to a Motherwell supporting mate. His answer was "he's usually a bomb scare."

It's easy for a player to stick in the mind when they score against us and have a mad name 😉.

[Dalianwanda]

Not signed for them yet furry.

Nothing announced by Rovers but here he is getting a send off to Glasgow by local menswear shop https://www.facebook.com/249135598549093/posts/4504483509680926/?d=n

[04Sauzee]

Not sure if it's been mentioned but Austin Samuels has had his loan deal cut short at Aberdeen and is now back at Wolves. I'm sure Hibs were interested in the summer and sounds like we may have been lucky to miss out

Aberdeen have had as much luck with their loan deals as we have had with both Samuels and Longstaff having their loans cut short.

[Gaffer1875]

Would like us to sign unit of a CB and Dave Marshall in goals would be outstanding, he’s still a top keeper.


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[hibbyfraelibby]

Johnny Kenny spotted in an Edina Gregg's ( 2 steakbakes & diet Coke).

Until he's seen in Baynes on ER I'm not biting...

[Hibbyradge]

I think that SM should at least give Dabrowski a full game .

Why?

What would giving him a full premiership game tell Maloney that watching him in training games wouldn't?

[hibbyfraelibby]

Why?

What would giving him a full premiership game tell Maloney that watching him in training games wouldn't?

That he's a better keeper than Macey...

[Hibbyradge]

That he's a better keeper than Macey...

He's not and he proves that every day in training.

Otherwise, he'd be first choice.

[SMAXXA]

That he's a better keeper than Macey...

But he’s not 😂

[Iain G]

That was his brother Toby

Had to change his name for personal safety after his time in Gorgie 😁

[HendoDelivered]

Wonder if we are looking at young Jamie Hamilton of Hamilton? Promising young player.

[Hibiza]

Seigrist ( Dundee Utd ) a top keeper.

[BILLYHIBS]

Liam Shaw on loan from Celtic to Motherwell until the end of the season

STV News

[Hibiza]

Nothing announced by Rovers but here he is getting a send off to Glasgow by local menswear shop https://www.facebook.com/249135598549093/posts/4504483509680926/?d=n
Great link ,thanks. Thought there was still a chance hedbe heading here.

[JimBHibees]

Seigrist ( Dundee Utd ) a top keeper.

Certainly is think we should go for him.

[Sean1875]

Nothing announced by Rovers but here he is getting a send off to Glasgow by local menswear shop https://www.facebook.com/249135598549093/posts/4504483509680926/?d=n

Hope the clothes shrink after one wash.


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[007]

Hope the clothes shrink after one wash.


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🤣🤣🤣

[Since452]

Nothing announced by Rovers but here he is getting a send off to Glasgow by local menswear shop https://www.facebook.com/249135598549093/posts/4504483509680926/?d=n

I thought Ronnie Corbett was died?

[WhileTheChief..]

Okay, maybe “criticism” was too strong and jumping the gun indeed. Just tip-‘toeing around’ and ‘bollocks to that’, and exaggerating as if we’re being asked to wait years (especially if it’s only “to score” you’re expecting) didn’t paint a very positive opinion of Maloney’s approach.

It’s not unreasonable to expect strikers to score. We will all expect that, and nobody including Maloney has said our strikers won’t score.

Hence the puzzlement over your problem with what he said.

I never mentioned Maloney, i was referring to posters on here saying to be patient.

I've no problem with him or who we've signed so far.

I want more though.

Ideally players that will be for the first team from the get go, not in a couple of years time.

Hopefully Melkerson fits that bill, but I don't see Henderson or Tait being first picks for example. No idea about Clarke or Mueller.

That's not me knocking anything that we've done so far, or being critical. Greedy maybe, but I can live with that :greengrin

[Hibiza]

I thought Ronnie Corbett was died?

😂

[CapitalGreen]

I never mentioned Maloney, i was referring to posters on here saying to be patient.

I've no problem with him or who we've signed so far.

I want more though.

Ideally players that will be for the first team from the get go, not in a couple of years time.

Hopefully Melkerson fits that bill, but I don't see Henderson or Tait being first picks for example. No idea about Clarke or Mueller.

That's not me knocking anything that we've done so far, or being critical. Greedy maybe, but I can live with that :greengrin

Why wouldn’t Tait or Henderson be competing for first team picks? Tait has played nearly every minute of every game for a team competing at the top end of a very competitive championship and Henderson was scoring in the Europa League last month.

[B.H.F.C]

I never mentioned Maloney, i was referring to posters on here saying to be patient.

I've no problem with him or who we've signed so far.

I want more though.

Ideally players that will be for the first team from the get go, not in a couple of years time.

Hopefully Melkerson fits that bill, but I don't see Henderson or Tait being first picks for example. No idea about Clarke or Mueller.

That's not me knocking anything that we've done so far, or being critical. Greedy maybe, but I can live with that :greengrin

I kind of see your point. But how many players are you realistically expecting to come in and go straight in to the team?

Not sure Tait will go right in but the others are here to play apart IMO. Even Melkerson isn’t here just for the future. Hibs can’t spend that type of money on a player they’re not looking to use.

[hibbyfraelibby]

Hope the clothes shrink after one wash.


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He's going to sellic...it wont get washed😉

[mayo hibee]

Whatever about the clothes it's almost certainly a terrible decision by him to go for Celtic. Swapping the League of Ireland for the Lowland League and no realistic path to the first team makes no sense at all.

Good news for Sligo Rovers though as they'll probably get him back for nothing in about three years time.

[SMAXXA]

Eoin Doyle signs for St Pats from Bolton, good signing for Tim Clancys men

[WhileTheChief..]

I kind of see your point. But how many players are you realistically expecting to come in and go straight in to the team?

Not sure Tait will go right in but the others are here to play apart IMO. Even Melkerson isn’t here just for the future. Hibs can’t spend that type of money on a player they’re not looking to use.

Three.

If we count Melkerson as one, I want an experienced centre half and centre mid to add.

The others might turn out to be first team choices. Equally, they could feature as much as Nathan Wood or James Scott!

[Bridge hibs]

Eoin Doyle signs for St Pats from Bolton, good signing for Tim Clancys menThats a cracking signing for St Pats, his games to goal ratio isnt too shabby, even at 33 he should score a barrel load. I liked him at hibs

[HH81]

Eoin Doyle signs for St Pats from Bolton, good signing for Tim Clancys men

Odd one, thought he was playing every week for Bolton?

[B.H.F.C]

Three.

If we count Melkerson as one, I want an experienced centre half and centre mid to add.

The others might turn out to be first team choices. Equally, they could feature as much as Nathan Wood or James Scott!

Just don’t see the fascination with experience. Signed plenty of experienced players that are pish as well. We’ve got plenty regulars who have hundreds of games.

[Lendo]

Read tonight that Dundee have tried to punt Griffith back to Celtic early but Celtic aren’t playing ball and insisting the loan deal continues.

[Steven79]

Read tonight that Dundee have tried to punt Griffith back to Celtic early but Celtic aren’t playing ball and insisting the loan deal continues.Can't blame them to be honest.

Dundee must have known what they were getting when they signed him...

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[Since452]

Three.

If we count Melkerson as one, I want an experienced centre half and centre mid to add.

The others might turn out to be first team choices. Equally, they could feature as much as Nathan Wood or James Scott!

Just on James Scott, have there been any noises about him being sent back to Hull? I wonder if Maloney's "clean slate" will apply to him too? I just can't see it happening for him now and Melkersen will have pushed him further down the pecking order.

[Sean1875]

Read tonight that Dundee have tried to punt Griffith back to Celtic early but Celtic aren’t playing ball and insisting the loan deal continues.

Crazy to see how much Griff has dropped off. Wasn’t that long ago he was scoring doubles against England at Hampden and regularly at the top of the scoring charts in the league, real shame.


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[NC1875]

Crazy to see how much Griff has dropped off. Wasn’t that long ago he was scoring doubles against England at Hampden and regularly at the top of the scoring charts in the league, real shame.


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All his own fault. Will just be remembered as another player who never fulfilled his full potential.

To think people wanted him back here in the summer!

[Onceinawhile]

Thats a cracking signing for St Pats, his games to goal ratio isnt too shabby, even at 33 he should score a barrel load. I liked him at hibs

He was thoroughly decent and far better than some that preceded and succeeded him.

Great goal v Aberdeen and scored a few other belters.

[Sean1875]

All his own fault. Will just be remembered as another player who never fulfilled his full potential.

To think people wanted him back here in the summer!

Aye can’t argue with any of that. To be honest I was one of the ones that thought he could have done a job for us, obviously hindsight is a great thing but you could also argue it maybe wasn’t the best call him going to Dundee where he was pally with the manager, could he have been more productive if he’d came to us and potentially had a bit of a stricter time and a closer eye on him? Who knows.


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