Summer 2022-23 transfer thread

[Just_Jimmy]

Nout to do with the fact his Dad is the assistant manager?

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[StarMan10]

You would think with only a 3 year deal up to the age of 19 Hibs would hope he'd be first team material soon. Which seems a big ask of a 16 year old

I know nothing about him but does seem Villa, Celtic, Rangers and a few others were sniffing about him if reports are to be believed .

No expert on the matter but should his contract end and he signs elsewhere i’d assume we’d be due a decent enough compensation fee. That is assuming the lad progresses enough to where 1. We offer him a new contract and 2. A bigger club offers him a better deal.

Obviously the fact his old man is our Assistant Manager probably was a big factor but always nice to see us beat a few big names to a signing as you’ve said.

[Paulie Walnuts]

You would think with only a 3 year deal up to the age of 19 Hibs would hope he'd be first team material soon. Which seems a big ask of a 16 year old

I know nothing about him but does seem Villa, Celtic, Rangers and a few others were sniffing about him if reports are to be believed .

I did think that myself. Seems a short deal when we’re paying that fee and he’s probably at least 2 seasons away from first team football. He seems highly rated so hopefully we’ve got an option of extending it.

[Vault Boy]

When Celtic were being linked to McAllister, a journalist in England labelled that as being a potential ‘big signing’ for them, because of how much interest there is in him. Other parties with quoted interest include (but not limited to) Villa, Newcastle, and Rangers.

If he’s coming here because of his dad, then it sounds like we’ve won out.

[GreenGray]

Rather that money was spent on a new contract for Porto tbh

He’s been offered plenty, he’s the one not signing unfortunately


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[Lago]

That's as honest a response as I've seen from a Hibs manager to that type of questioning. I didn't take it that Doig was definitely away, but certainly setting expectations that we'll let him move if the right offer comes in as we want players who want to be here.

Similarly it read to me like there's been a very honest conversation with Doidge saying there can be a place for him but there is a performance expectation and he's not a guaranteed starter, up to him if he wants to stay and earn that place or if he wants to try his luck elsewhere.

Obviously the real proof starts Saturday but I get the impression that LJ is creating the right type of environment to get the best out of the players we have. Clear and honest expectations and making sure people are enjoying being at the club. If so, that's a recipe for success.
Good post 👍

[JimBHibees]

Nout to do with the fact his Dad is the assistant manager?

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If a highly rated player wanted by bigger clubs has joined us because his dad is here then great.

[Just_Jimmy]

If a highly rated player wanted by bigger clubs has joined us because his dad is here then great.Yes of course. On the other hand, we've spent 130k and a sell on fee, on a 16 year old.

Lot of pressure on the lad at our level.

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[Stairway 2 7]

I'd thought he was going to Leicester. Very highly thought of in England, surprised we got him even with his dad here

[NORTHERNHIBBY]

The McAllister discussion is classic hibs.net . If we hadn't signed him, the dig would have been that we should have been " all over him" because of who he is. That we did sign him is too risky , rather than a sign of ambition and and a bit of nous.

I guess we all just need the season to start.

[Lago]

:top marks
The McAllister discussion is classic hibs.net . If we hadn't signed him, the dig would have been that we should have been " all over him" because of who he is. That we did sign him is too risky , rather than a sign of ambition and and a bit of nous.

I guess we all just need the season to start.

[Stairway 2 7]

https://www.nufcblog.co.uk/2022/06/20/exclusive-newcastle-invite-exciting-young-talent-to-hold-talks-on-tyneside-this-week/

Article on Newcastle getting mcallister in for talks. Playing under 23s at 15

[04Sauzee]

The McAllister discussion is classic hibs.net . If we hadn't signed him, the dig would have been that we should have been " all over him" because of who he is. That we did sign him is too risky , rather than a sign of ambition and and a bit of nous.

I guess we all just need the season to start.

Think most people are more than happy with the signing, quite exciting signing up young players at 16 for a fee, and it's obvious there is a risk as with paying a fee for any player. Think that's all that's being said.

Can't wait until 3pm tomorrow.

[Stuart93]

Meant to be a really good player for his age.

130k for a 16 year old is a big statement from us.

I’m hoping we can spend some cash on the first team as well if we’re parting with some for the development squad

[JimBHibees]

Yes of course. On the other hand, we've spent 130k and a sell on fee, on a 16 year old.

Lot of pressure on the lad at our level.

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Risk and reward hope he does well

[CapitalGreen]

Meant to be a really good player for his age.

130k for a 16 year old is a big statement from us.

I’m hoping we can spend some cash on the first team as well if we’re parting with some for the development squad

We have spent and will continue to spend cash on the first team.

[JohnM1875]

The McAllister discussion is classic hibs.net . If we hadn't signed him, the dig would have been that we should have been " all over him" because of who he is. That we did sign him is too risky , rather than a sign of ambition and and a bit of nous.

I guess we all just need the season to start.

😂 you're not wrong here.

[neil7908]

Record saying it's a DONE DEAL! and, yes, dev squad at first.

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/transfer-news-live-rangers-celtic-27389904

Sounds like a cracking signing but 3 year contract makes me a bit nervous!

[RyeSloan]

Sounds like a cracking signing but 3 year contract makes me a bit nervous!

On the flip side if he is that good then he’s not going to pin himself to a 5 year deal on 16yo wages.

If he progresses then a new deal will be offered soon enough.

Seems a reasonable balance to me and another exciting ‘one for the future’ added to the conveyor belt.

[HibeeMackenzie]

Sounds like a cracking signing but 3 year contract makes me a bit nervous!

I don’t think you can sign for longer than 3 years until you turn 18

[CapitalGreen]

I don’t think you can sign for longer than 3 years until you turn 18

This is correct.


4.3 A Player, who is under 18 years of age at the date of signing as a Professional Player upon the Registration Form may only be registered for a period not exceeding 3 years. Any clause referring to a longer duration within the relative agreement between the Player and the Club shall not be recognised and in such circumstances, the Player’s registration shall cease after 3 years, from the date of the signing as a Professional Player upon the Registration Form.
https://www.scottishfa.co.uk/media/1842/scottish-fa-registration-procedures.pdf

[Tambo]

The future is green 💚

[GloryGlory]

Hickey to Brentford DONE DEAL!

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/transfer-news-live-rangers-celtic-27389904

[brog]

The McAllister discussion is classic hibs.net . If we hadn't signed him, the dig would have been that we should have been " all over him" because of who he is. That we did sign him is too risky , rather than a sign of ambition and and a bit of nous.

I guess we all just need the season to start.

Beat me to it!! I don't doubt this signing is an investment and we could be selling on at a decent profit in a couple of years. Mind you, a number of posters on here told us repeatedly we wouldn't emulate our neighbours by playing a 16 year old, a la Hickey. We could prove them wrong!

[tamig]

The McAllister discussion is classic hibs.net . If we hadn't signed him, the dig would have been that we should have been " all over him" because of who he is. That we did sign him is too risky , rather than a sign of ambition and and a bit of nous.

I guess we all just need the season to start.
Absolutely. Folk will spin it either way to suit their agendas. Great signing by the look of it.

[GreenGray]

The fact his dad has came up here, likely viewed the facilities and the set up we have and likely push his son to come is a positive also.

You’d think if he had any worries about us he wouldn’t risk his sons career by signing him.


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[Stuart93]

Hickey to Brentford DONE DEAL!

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/transfer-news-live-rangers-celtic-27389904

Sure I seen Banderson saying in the EEN last week hearts are only receiving a six figure fund as a sell on

[tamig]

Sure I seen Banderson saying in the EEN last week hearts are only receiving a six figure fund as a sell on

They didn’t negotiate a percentage sell-on - a fixed amount agreed instead. Strange club.

[Iain G]

Nout to do with the fact his Dad is the assistant manager?

[emoji849]

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Should change our name to Nepotism FC, first the owners son and now this...when is LJ signing his cousin Boris who at least will be on a free transfer?

[jacomo]

They didn’t negotiate a percentage sell-on - a fixed amount agreed instead. Strange club.


No doubt another Budge master stroke.

[Stuart93]

They didn’t negotiate a percentage sell-on - a fixed amount agreed instead. Strange club.

Aye they were all gutted thinking they were getting big bucks.

Pleasing.

[JimBHibees]

Aye they were all gutted thinking they were getting big bucks.

Pleasing.

What is six figures though? Could be near a million..

[CapitalGreen]

They didn’t negotiate a percentage sell-on - a fixed amount agreed instead. Strange club.

Surely that’s not true 😂😂

[CapitalGreen]

What is six figures though? Could be near a million..

Could be, but just a 10% sell on fee would be £2m+.

It’s also hard to imagine Bologna agreeing a near £1m fixed sell on amount when they only paid £1.5m to buy him in the first place.

[Since452]

Initially i was quite frustrated about us signing players for the development squad but after taking a step back and reassessing the situation now that last season is in the bin, i'm pretty excited about it. There are some very exciting youngters at the club now, by all accouts Balde looked the part last night too. If we're going to be successful then we'll have more chance of doing that by having quality coming from our system as signing the finished article just isn't going to happen at a club our size. I think it's a good stratagey by the club and Steve Kean seems to be driving it well.

[Since452]

They didn’t negotiate a percentage sell-on - a fixed amount agreed instead. Strange club.

That is quite a bizarre oversight if true. Funny though.

[sleeping giant]

Hickey to Brentford DONE DEAL!

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/transfer-news-live-rangers-celtic-27389904

Bit in there saying we are still hopefull of bringing Boyle back.

[J-C]

Aye. I never said they were. Hope this helps.

Then why mention it.

[berwickhibee]

Rueben McAllister coming in according to Fabrizio romano on Twitter.

Paying a fee for him, from Bristol city

[PaulSmith]

Bit in there saying we are still hopefull of bringing Boyle back.

Maybe we’re about to get a significant amount of transfer income and immediately buy back Boyle. :)

[chippy]

Maybe we’re about to get a significant amount of transfer income and immediately buy back Boyle. :)

II would use 500k to try and get Jason Kerr too

[erin go bragh]

Rueben McAllister coming in according to Fabrizio romano on Twitter.

Paying a fee for him, from Bristol city

16 year old highly regarded . Celtic, Huns and Newcastle ,Villa all wanted him 👏
Plays centre midfield

[jeffers]

II would use 500k to try and get Jason Kerr too

Absolutely. Would love to see him at ER.

[basehibby]

Should change our name to Nepotism FC, first the owners son and now this...when is LJ signing his cousin Boris who at least will be on a free transfer?

Bit of a bizarre take considering the OF plus EPL clubs were after him - crack a smile FFS!

[Crab apple]

Bit in there saying we are still hopefull of bringing Boyle back.

The club has been working really hard on this for a few weeks apparently. Boyle coming back would be one of the top, if not the top, signings made in Scotland this summer.

[Aldo]

I think Reuben will be a first team player!


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[Brightside]

I think Reuben will be a first team player!


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You think? He's only 16 and about 7 stone dripping wet.

[Stanton Spence]

The club has been working really hard on this for a few weeks apparently. Boyle coming back would be one of the top, if not the top, signings made in Scotland this summer.That's good to hear and I must admit I've went from no chance to thinking just maybe?? Let's hope so as you say that would be some signing

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[Aldo]

You think? He's only 16 and about 7 stone dripping wet.

You might be better placed B but if he’s good enough (reports have raved about his performances in U23) he plays?


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[basehibby]

I think Reuben will be a first team player!


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Sensational if true - cannot remember the last time we had a 16 year old walking out for Hibs (Kevin Harper???)

[nonshinyfinish]

Sensational if true - cannot remember the last time we had a 16 year old walking out for Hibs (Kevin Harper???)

Jamie McCluskey was 16 when he made his debut, although obviously he never established himself at Hibs.

[Aldo]

Sensational if true - cannot remember the last time we had a 16 year old walking out for Hibs (Kevin Harper???)

It would be. Not itk and as I mentioned in my other post that if he’s good enough he’ll be in our around first team


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[Brightside]

You might be better placed B but if he’s good enough (reports have raved about his performances in U23) he plays?


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I've only seen pictures of him tbh. The shirt isnt exactly skin tight on him :greengrin

[Aldo]

I've only seen pictures of him tbh. The shirt isnt exactly skin tight on him :greengrin

You never know but if he is as good as reported and with those chasing him we have done well.


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[GibbytheHibby2]

You think? He's only 16 and about 7 stone dripping wet.

John Collins was knocking on Blackley’s door asking why he wasn’t getting a start at 16 IIRC.

[SHODAN]

Given we're limited to a three year contract if this kid is any good we'll lose him in two years either way. I suspect we'll play him now unless Gordon just sees this as a profit making exercise.

[Hibiza]

I think Reuben will be a first team player!


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Who's first for the Kenny Rogers pun.

[NORTHERNHIBBY]

John Collins was knocking on Blackley’s door asking why he wasn’t getting a start at 16 IIRC.


You would have thought the he would have gone straight to the chairman.

[Greenworld]

Given we're limited to a three year contract if this kid is any good we'll lose him in two years either way. I suspect we'll play him now unless Gordon just sees this as a profit making exercise.That's the spirit lol I doubt Gordon had anything to do with this.

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[Hibiza]

You would have thought the he would have gone straight to the chairman.😁😁😁

[Ronniekirk]

I think Reuben will be a first team player!


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Aye but not this year ?

[Torto7]

Reading about the lad further it seems he has one u23 appearance from the bench, where he made an impression at 15. The Bristol City plan seemed to be to give him more u23 showings this season, I presume the supposed interest from Rantic/Villa were along similar line. I'd be wary of thinking this guy is going to be close to the first team anytime this season though. I cant find any record of international youth appearances. I presume he would be part of the Scottish youth teams?

I hope Hibs haven't just gone off the word of Johnson and Reuben's dad though. That would be highly irresponsible.:devil:

[Tambo]

Reading about the lad further it seems he has one u23 appearance from the bench, where he made an impression at 15. The Bristol City plan seemed to be to give him more u23 showings this season, I presume the supposed interest from Rantic/Villa were along similar line. I'd be wary of thinking this guy is going to be close to the first team anytime this season though. I cant find any record of international youth appearances. I presume he would be part of the Scottish youth teams?

I hope Hibs haven't just gone off the word of Johnson and Reuben's dad though. That would be highly irresponsible.:devil:

I can't find any YouTube clips of him so I don't think we should sign him 😁

[Aldo]

Aye but not this year ?

Why Ronnie?


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[Torto7]

I can't find any YouTube clips of him so I don't think we should sign him 😁

Yeah this as well.:tee hee:

[Iain G]

Bit of a bizarre take considering the OF plus EPL clubs were after him - crack a smile FFS!

Do I need to telegraph the comedy now? :greengrin:wink::na na:

[JamesHFC]

Rueben McAllister coming in according to Fabrizio romano on Twitter.

Paying a fee for him, from Bristol city

Newcastle were confident of buying him apparently. Could end up being a huge coup for us 🤞🏻

[Iain G]

Newcastle were confident of buying him apparently. Could end up being a huge coup for us 🤞🏻

But a different kind of huge coup to what the jambos use to put their donations into for Budgies retirement fund 😁

[Tambo]

That's Mackay official now on loan but to ICT and not Raith as first thought.

[tamig]

You think? He's only 16 and about 7 stone dripping wet.

No idea what age and weight have got to do with anyone’s capability to play first team football. Strange comment.

[Jones28]

That's Mackay official now on loan but to ICT and not Raith as first thought.

I can’t see him ever getting in to the Hibs first team now.

[Brightside]

No idea what age and weight have got to do with anyone’s capability to play first team football. Strange comment.

There isn’t many skinny 16 year olds playing first team football. Not sure what is strange about that.

[Northernhibee]

Newcastle were confident of buying him apparently. Could end up being a huge coup for us 🤞🏻

Only big coup at Tynie is if they’re infested by giant pigeons.

[Since452]

That's Mackay official now on loan but to ICT and not Raith as first thought.

Good, was hoping that would happen. Did very well there.

[Unseen work]

Really find it odd that Johnson and his team hardly gave Tait and Mackay a chance this pre season yet the likes of Hauge etc have.

Tait has played a lot of games for his age in the championship for teams at the top end of the table. He turns 21 in December.

The season before joining us Mackay scored 7 goals in 24 from the wing in the championship. He started pre season off well for us and got injured, he only turned 21 in April.

I just find it weird who we’ve picked to get the pre season camp in Portugal

[Torto7]

Really find it odd that Johnson and his team hardly gave Tait and Mackay a chance this pre season yet the likes of Hauge etc have.

Tait has played a lot of games for his age in the championship for teams at the top end of the table. He turns 21 in December.

The season before joining us Mackay scored 7 goals in 24 from the wing in the championship. He started pre season off well for us and got injured, he only turned 21 in April.

I just find it weird who we’ve picked to get the pre season camp in Portugal

My gut feeling is Hauge is a lot better than both of them. Mackay was in and out of the Killie team same with Tait. Neither look ready to contribute to Hibs atm, I can see why we are looking at loans they are better off playing championship football imo.

[Hibiza]

Really find it odd that Johnson and his team hardly gave Tait and Mackay a chance this pre season yet the likes of Hauge etc have.

Tait has played a lot of games for his age in the championship for teams at the top end of the table. He turns 21 in December.

The season before joining us Mackay scored 7 goals in 24 from the wing in the championship. He started pre season off well for us and got injured, he only turned 21 in April.

I just find it weird who we’ve picked to get the pre season camp in Portugal

LJ must have seen enough to come that conclusion.

[AlbertK86]

My gut feeling is Hauge is a lot better than both of them. Mackay was in and out of the Killie team same with Tait. Neither look ready to contribute to Hibs atm, I can see why we are looking at loans they are better off playing championship football imo.

Tait was MOM in one of his first games and up until he was injured I think played most weeks albeit didn’t always start


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[Torto7]

Tait was MOM in one of his first games and up until he was injured I think played most weeks albeit didn’t always start


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He would need to be Killies best player to start for Hibs. At the moment he's behind Campbell.

[Greenworld]

Doig to verona 3 million pounds

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[JohnM1875]

Doig to verona 3 million pounds

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Definitely 3 million pounds and not Euros aye? Cause if so I reckon that's a great deal.

[Del Boy]

Doig to verona 3 million pounds

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That’s a good deal. A sell on clause included and it’s a great deal.

[Paul1642]

Delighted to see us spending money on 16 year old. Really feel like we are planning for both the present and the future rather than just one window at time. Bodes well for the future.

[GloryGlory]

Doig to verona 3 million pounds

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Where are you getting this from?

[HibbyAndy]

Delighted to see us spending money on 16 year old. Really feel like we are planning for both the present and the future rather than just one window at time. Bodes well for the future.

Without wading through page after page who is the 16 year old ?

[bingo70]

Without wading through page after page who is the 16 year old ?

Reuben McAllister.

Jamie mcallisters son, really highly rated and we’re signing him from Bristol City.

[Stuart93]

Delighted to see us spending money on 16 year old. Really feel like we are planning for both the present and the future rather than just one window at time. Bodes well for the future.

My only worry is the time he’s ready for the first team with his age he might only have about a year left in his deal

Wonder if we’ve any agreement in place to protect ourselves from that situation.

[HibbyAndy]

Reuben McAllister.

Jamie mcallisters son, really highly rated and we’re signing him from Bristol City.

Excellent thanks bingo , sounds a promising laddie

[Johnny_Leith]

Doig to verona 3 million pounds

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Sell on fee included too I'd hope.

[Lendo]

My only worry is the time he’s ready for the first team with his age he might only have about a year left in his deal

Wonder if we’ve any agreement in place to protect ourselves from that situation.

What position does he play?

[bingo70]

My only worry is the time he’s ready for the first team with his age he might only have about a year left in his deal

Wonder if we’ve any agreement in place to protect ourselves from that situation.

There’s compensation rules about players at that age we’d be entitled to. Not sure if it’s UEFA or FIFA rules but we’d get decent money if he walked away at the end of it.

[King Cosell]

The club's super-cool stance re Doig is great. If a club meets the valuation and he wants to go, we're happy. If a club doesn't meet the valuation and he stays, we're happy. We're not desperate.

[brog]

There isn’t many skinny 16 year olds playing first team football. Not sure what is strange about that.

There's just not many 16 year olds. The skinny is superfluous.

[Groathillgrump]

What position does he play?

Attacking midfielder apparently.

[BILLYHIBS]

Hibs have accepted a bid of 3m for Josh Doig from Hellas Verona

Hibs Central

https://twitter.com/hibscentral/status/1545469638192123907?s=21

[Big_Franck]

Hibs have accepted a bid of 3m for Josh Doig from Hellas Verona

Hibs Central

https://twitter.com/hibscentral/status/1545469638192123907?s=21&t=l0IifwBHnpo0EZKt-Z8SlA

That Twitter account is ran by a bairn that talks absolute shi*e.

[JamesHFC]

Expect us to try for Ali Koiki from Northampton if Doig leaves.

[JohnM1875]

€3 million. Didn't think it would be pounds. Still, around £2.5 is a good deal if add ons are included.

[thebausburst]

Expect us to try for Ali Koiki from Northampton if Doig leaves.

Could provide the funds to get Boyler back 🤔

[PaulSmith]

That Twitter account is ran by a bairn that talks absolute shi*e.

They might do but he’s spot on here.

[bingo70]

Expect us to try for Ali Koiki from Northampton if Doig leaves.

https://twitter.com/alikoiki/status/1536638581371981825?s=21&t=RdAZVZTiZB1Wqjllc8THeQ

He looks class on those videos.

Always think when players put these videos on social media it’s a sort of come and get me plea.

[hibbie02]

Expect us to try for Ali Koiki from Northampton if Doig leaves.

As long as it’s no his brother Oki!


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[cameronw-hfc]

That Twitter account is ran by a bairn that talks absolute shi*e.


https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-defender-josh-doig-on-the-verge-of-serie-a-switch-as-hellas-verona-make-their-move-3762306

Patrick Mcpartlin has confirmed.

Looks like Josh is away, good luck to the lad and he's been a treat to watch develop!

[Dmas]

EEN reporting £3m+

said his goodbyes at HTC today

cracking move for the guy, what id have done for a move to italy to play football at 19, good luck Josh

[JamesHFC]

Fantastic deal for us that. Wish Josh all the best and hopefully he gets his big move like Hickey.

Now let’s put some of that money towards a squirrel.

[Jones28]

Great move for the lad, it’s been a privelage Josh, you’ve absolutely earned it 👍🏻👍🏻

[NC1875]

As long as it’s no his brother Oki!


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He doesn’t mind putting a foot in. Left or right!

[theonlywayisup]

EEN reporting £3m+

said his goodbyes at HTC today

cracking move for the guy, what id have done for a move to italy to play football at 19, good luck Josh

The Evening News understands Hibs will secure a fee of more than £3 million plus add-ons for the Scotland Under-21 internationalist, with a sizeable sell-on fee negotiated, and the deal could be completed next week.

Wonder if it's a fixed fee like the big teams do? :greengrin

How does the £3m compare with Hickey fee?

[cameronw-hfc]

Don't think Hellas Verona have a set left back as it is, so looks like Doig will be going as first choice.

[cabbageandribs1875]

great move for the laddie i hope it works out well for him, level-headed young man




once again a big thanks to our city neighbours :cb

[JohnM1875]

EEN reporting £3m+

said his goodbyes at HTC today

cracking move for the guy, what id have done for a move to italy to play football at 19, good luck Josh

That is a great deal! Get in.

[bingo70]

Brilliant move for him, looking forward to seeing how he gets on.

[JohnM1875]

great move for the laddie i hope it works out well for him, level-headed young man




once again a big thanks to our city neighbours :cb

Aye he seems like such a great lad. Love when he's doing the Hibs TV stuff. So honest and likeable. Hope he tears it up over there.

[Silky]

Hibs have accepted a bid of 3m for Josh Doig from Hellas Verona

Hibs Central

https://twitter.com/hibscentral/status/1545469638192123907?s=21

Slightly derailing. Just back from Verona. Beautiful city. I'm sure Josh will enjoy it. Great move for him.

[Tambo]

That's a good move for Josh and now some extra funds, I wonder if we will go for the west ham guy we was linked to until we find a permanent replacement?

[HendoDelivered]

Class Josh well in pal

[weecounty hibby]

Very best of luck to the laddie if this goes through. He's done well for us and this could be totally life changing for him. What a wonderful place to be going to play football. Lovely city in a great country. And we do well out if it too. What's not to like

[04Sauzee]

Expect us to try for Ali Koiki from Northampton if Doig leaves.

Something you have heard?

The song writers will enjoy that one.

[04Sauzee]

That's a good move for Josh and now some extra funds, I wonder if we will go for the west ham guy we was linked to until we find a permanent replacement?

Was checking him out again the other day and West Ham fans don't seem to pleased he could be moving on

[Paul1642]

Josh gets to play in one of the worlds top leagues and live in an amazing country.

Hibs get a sizeable transfer fee with the potential for a further big payday if he moves it for big money.

Verona get a cracking young player.

I get a new Italian team to support.

Everyone’s a winner.

[Mikey_1875]

All the best Josh. The club as a whole deserve credit for how they have handled his time here from his debut to the various transfer bids.

A great fee secured and hopefully a message to the other young guys that the opportunities for success are here at hibs.

[04Sauzee]

Josh gets to play in one of the worlds top leagues and live in an amazing country.

Hibs get a sizeable transfer fee with the potential for a further big payday if he moves it for big money.

Verona get a cracking young player.

I get a new Italian team to support.

Everyone’s a winner.

Hear Hear 👍

[GloryGlory]

Patrick McPartlin now running the Doig story:

https://twitter.com/p_mcpartlin/status/1545475303253757953

[JammyDoidger]

Happy days! We already have a better left back on our books anyway, great business, I'm actually happy for the club he's away, all the best Josh.

[Paul1642]

Happy days! We already have a better left back on our books anyway, great business, I'm actually happy for the club he's away, all the best Josh.

If you mean Stevenson then we need to factor that he’s going to be 35 before the season is over. A good player but maybe not the answer for number one spot any more.

[Brightside]

Happy days! We already have a better left back on our books anyway, great business, I'm actually happy for the club he's away, all the best Josh.

Any need?

[Vault Boy]

Josh is an exceptional young talent that shone in a struggling side last season. Wishing him the very best in his future, he’ll have a fine career.

[Since452]

Happy days! We already have a better left back on our books anyway, great business, I'm actually happy for the club he's away, all the best Josh.

I've said similar previously. I don't think we'll miss him as much as a Boyle or Porteous for example. He's far from the finished article. Really struggled last season. 3 million plus add ons and a sell on is a brilliant deal for the club. Wish him all the best.

[Hibiza]

All the best Josh.

[500miles]

Never seen a player improve over the course of a season like Doig. Hits a dip and comes back better every time. I've got huge confidence in him.

[bingo70]

Any need?

You’re never going to change people like that’s mind. If anybody wants to be bitter or make arsey comments about a young local lad getting an incredible move that’ll make him financially for life as well as giving him a life experience most of us could only ever dream of while playing in one of the best leagues in the world then it says more about them than him.

Doig has plenty to work on but there’s no better league in the world to refine the defensive side of his game than Italy, if he can combine that with his attacking attributes he’ll be a hell of a player in the next year or two.

[500miles]

I've said similar previously. I don't think we'll miss him as much as a Boyle or Porteous for example. He's far from the finished article. Really struggled last season. 3 million plus add ons and a sell on is a brilliant deal for the club. Wish him all the best.

Struggled so badly he was central to having the best goals against record outside the old firm 2 seasons on the trot.

[bigwheel]

Never seen a player improve over the course of a season like Doig. Hits a dip and comes back better every time. I've got huge confidence in him.

Great points. Completely agree [emoji106]

[Brummie_Hibs]

Josh gets to play in one of the worlds top leagues and live in an amazing country
A league that is slowly getting back to its greatness, but Italy is a screwed up place, albeit with some very picturesque cities.

[Tully]

Well done josh inspiration to all players released from other clubs that if you work hard and put in the effort the rewards are there to be gained

[JammyDoidger]

You’re never going to change people like that’s mind. If anybody wants to be bitter or make arsey comments about a young local lad getting an incredible move that’ll make him financially for life as well as giving him a life experience most of us could only ever dream of while playing in one of the best leagues in the world then it says more about them than him.

Doig has plenty to work on but there’s no better league in the world to refine the defensive side of his game than Italy, if he can combine that with his attacking attributes he’ll be a hell of a player in the next year or two.

Listen I wish the boy well, I hope he smashes it, but from a business point of view I think that's great money for a guy that can't defend very well, and doesn't chip in with goals or assists, basically paying for potential, with the 3m that's coming in we can spend some of that and improve the squad as a whole, just my opinon, but like I say wish him all the best.

[wookie70]

Great move for all concerned I think. Lewis is a better option on that side imo and it will give us a season to find a replacement. We get a great fee and hopefully the chance of some add ons in future and Josh will hopefully develop further and make his fortune. Hopefully, the cash can help us retain Porteous, bring back Boyler or invest in another area of the pitch. If there was one player who I thought could make us money but not hurt us in terms of our performance it was Josh. Good luck to him and I hope he ends up playing right at the top.

[bingo70]

Listen I wish the boy well, I hope he smashes it, but from a business point of view I think that's great money for a guy that can't defend very well, and doesn't chip in with goals or assists, basically paying for potential, with the 3m that's coming in we can spend some of that and improve the squad as a whole, just my opinon, but like I say wish him all the best.

I think it’s a good deal all round for everyone, I think you’re post I referred too was unnecessarily harsh though.

Doig has his flaws but he’s only young and his positive attributes give him a right good chance of making a success of this move, I’d rather focus on that than celebrate he’s away.

[Unseen work]

Over 3 millions pounds, add ons and a sell on percentage is a great deal for us.

Serie A for a mid table team is a great move for him.

I wish him all the best. Has always come across brilliantly and I hope he kicks on again.

[JammyDoidger]

I think it’s a good deal all round for everyone, I think you’re post I referred too was unnecessarily harsh though.

Doig has his flaws but he’s only young and his positive attributes give him a right good chance of making a success of this move, I’d rather focus on that than celebrate he’s away.

Maybe your right didn't mean to come across like that, but I care about Hibs more then Josh Doig and for hibs that's fantastic.

[B.H.F.C]

Listen I wish the boy well, I hope he smashes it, but from a business point of view I think that's great money for a guy that can't defend very well, and doesn't chip in with goals or assists, basically paying for potential, with the 3m that's coming in we can spend some of that and improve the squad as a whole, just my opinon, but like I say wish him all the best.

I kind of get where you’re coming from. There seems to be a fairly relaxed attitude to him leaving as well.

It undoubtedly weakens the team though and we need to sign a left back quickly.

[04Sauzee]

Wonder how we will try to replace Doig. He could fill in a number of positions.
Will we try and get in a left back and that means Mitchell plays further forward or is Mitchell seen as a LB? We really could do with signing a LCB.

I also wonder if we will be looking at players who might have been out off our reach previously now we have received or about to receive a fairly significant fee for Doig

[Dazzjw1875]

This hasn't just happened Hibs would've known for a week the bid was in and likely accepted. Moves already prob underway on replacement

[Hibernian Verse]

After the signing we’ve already made I trust the club to get a good replacement in. May be Longelo.

[Callum_62]

Whoever it is better no need a work permit!

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[CraigHibee]

Good luck to josh, 3 million isn't bad plus add ons, wish him all the best

[Brightside]

Never seen a player improve over the course of a season like Doig. Hits a dip and comes back better every time. I've got huge confidence in him.

Yep. I wish we could keep him another year. Personally I reckon that would have been better for his development. He will smash it wherever he goes.

[bingo70]

Yep. I wish we could keep him another year. Personally I reckon that would have been better for his development. He will smash it wherever he goes.

Is that not a bit contradictory though?

If he smashes it in Seria A that’ll be far better for him than potentially having a good season in Scotland.

[Aldo]

Whoever it is better no need a work permit!

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This made me laugh out loud!


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[Tyler Durden]

Absolute state of people suggesting Doig isn’t a good defender. Most scouts and objective observers would rate his defensive strength more highly than his attacking. He’s had 2 very solid seasons for Hibs.

It’s a good deal all round but he’ll be missed and we need to buy a quality replacement.

[Brightside]

Is that not a bit contradictory though?

If he smashes it in Seria A that’ll be far better for him than potentially having a good season in Scotland.

Probably. I think his attributes will make him a success wherever he goes. BUT I reckon he could have had a stand out season for Hibs this year.

[hibee-boys]

Best of luck Josh, as someone has already mentioned, fantastic example of a player not giving up on his dream after a knock back. Gives any young lad joining Hibs an example of the platform the club can bring. The fact that we’re coining in £3million+ from a player Hearts released only a few years ago makes it even more sweet😂

[Hibiza]

Josh , in the contract: 2 chartered flights ,twice a season for home games , for the boys .

[JammyDoidger]

Absolute state of people suggesting Doig isn’t a good defender. Most scouts and objective observers would rate his defensive strength more highly than his attacking. He’s had 2 very solid seasons for Hibs.

It’s a good deal all round but he’ll be missed and we need to buy a quality replacement.

Folk are entitled to their opinions, and there's plenty examples of him switching off and losing his man, or getting beat at the back post, similar to the cup final. It's an opinon that's what these boards are about.

[McGruber]

After the signing we’ve already made I trust the club to get a good replacement in. May be Longelo.

Nah, will be soon

[04Sauzee]

Expect us to try for Ali Koiki from Northampton if Doig leaves.

Scored against Dundee Utd today.

[BILLYHIBS]

I would just like to take this opportunity to thank Craig Levein three million times for having the foresight, vision and benefit of his superior football knowledge and experience for deeming a young Josh Doig not good enough for HMFC

File beside Cummings

[Since452]

Hope he smashes it over there and gets a big move to England like Hickey. With our percentage sell on it could be huge for us. Unlike Hearts.

[blackpoolhibs]

Josh gets to play in one of the worlds top leagues and live in an amazing country.

Hibs get a sizeable transfer fee with the potential for a further big payday if he moves it for big money.

Verona get a cracking young player.

I get a new Italian team to support.

Everyone’s a winner.

You forgot about Hearts getting a huge sell on fee. :greengrin

[Just_Jimmy]

Fantastic deal for us that. Wish Josh all the best and hopefully he gets his big move like Hickey.

Now let’s put some of that money towards a squirrel.Absolutely, especially if we've got a sell on. Big money move to Absolutely anywhere after he leaves hibs.

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[McGruber]

Hope we spend some cash from the sale on some proven players. Happy with the spend on youth and development and having loads of project players on the go. How about hijacking United's move for Levitt (if not

[McGruber]

Hope we spend some cash from the sale on some proven players. Happy with the spend on youth and development and having loads of project players on the go. How about hijacking United's move for Levitt (if not done already)

[bingo70]

Hope we spend some cash from the sale on some proven players. Happy with the spend on youth and development and having loads of project players on the go. How about hijacking United's move for Levitt (if not

When Dundee Utd signed Levitt last summer he wasn’t a proven player. Good players are out there that aren’t proven first team players just now, we need to just find them, there’s every chance they’re currently a young player not getting much first team football at a bigger club.

[Smartie]

Probably. I think his attributes will make him a success wherever he goes. BUT I reckon he could have had a stand out season for Hibs this year.

That's the way I see it.

I don't actually think we've seen anything like what he's capable of but that's no slur on the player. It's been a weird couple of seasons for us and he's not played in positions, in formations or with players that would see him at his best.

Next season I thought he was going to be immense for us and have all sorts of clubs after him as a result.

Since we've not really seen the best of him it's easy to look upon him as dispensable but his potential is huge and I think we're going to lose someone who would have been massive for us next season.

[cameronw-hfc]

Hope we spend some cash from the sale on some proven players. Happy with the spend on youth and development and having loads of project players on the go. How about hijacking United's move for Levitt (if not done already)


I don't care if they're proven, unproven or what, so long as they're good enough. Most proven players at the level we want are out of our reach, so no problem with the club looking for gems instead. Worked for Leicester

[Greenworld]

Where are you getting this from?Doig

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[AlbertK86]

He would need to be Killies best player to start for Hibs. At the moment he's behind Campbell.

My point was somebody earlier completely wrote him off as being poor and hardly playing for Killie.

Reckon he isn’t ready yet to play regularly for us but will develop into a great player


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[J-C]

Good luck Josh, a cracking move for the laddie who's a dedicated pro, just a pity one or two posters can't keep their nasty comments to themselves, no need at all.

[Keepthefaith]

That's the way I see it.

I don't actually think we've seen anything like what he's capable of but that's no slur on the player. It's been a weird couple of seasons for us and he's not played in positions, in formations or with players that would see him at his best.

Next season I thought he was going to be immense for us and have all sorts of clubs after him as a result.

Since we've not really seen the best of him it's easy to look upon him as dispensable but his potential is huge and I think we're going to lose someone who would have been massive for us next season.

Agree with this too! Huge potential IMO

[keep the faith]

Can we go and buy Boyler back now!!

[BT58]

Hertz release Doig, we sign him, he plays well, gets picked up by a European team who pays 3 million Euro +. Get it right up ya Hertz tramps !!!.
B

[Stevie Reid]

Just read the EN article and notice that it says more than £3M - with the add ons and sell on, that’s phenomenal business for us.

Given that what we are selling is mainly potential, that’s great recompense, along with a serious vested interest going forward.

I was looking forward to seeing him progress this year, but I’d rather have that cash to improve the team, than Josh in the side - and that’s no slight on him.

We likely won’t sign another player with his potential, but his contribution to the team in the last couple of seasons can be adequately replaced without spending big, IMO.

All in all, great business all round. Delighted for Josh, to go from being emptied by Hearts to a multi million pound move to Serie A in a couple of seasons is incredible.

[Walter]

Well done Josh. He will do well, besides his talent he is some athlete and is just going to get better and better. Glad he's getting put of Scotland to play in a top league and develop himself

[badabing67]

Who was that bodo/Glimt left back we were linked to if Josh left last season I can't remember his name. Wonder if he will be an option or that guy from West Ham

[04Sauzee]

Who was that bodo/Glimt left back we were linked to if Josh left last season I can't remember his name. Wonder if he will be an option or that guy from West Ham

Kristoffer Tonnessen from Norway don't think it was Flimt though ,unless there was someone's else that has totally slipped my mind.

[JimBHibees]

Happy days! We already have a better left back on our books anyway, great business, I'm actually happy for the club he's away, all the best Josh.

Laughable comment

[Real Emerald]

Can we go and buy Boyler back now!!

Thank would be the difference 👍

[JimBHibees]

Well done Josh. He will do well, besides his talent he is some athlete and is just going to get better and better. Glad he's getting put of Scotland to play in a top league and develop himself

Totally agree enormous potential

[badabing67]

Kristoffer Tonnessen from Norway don't think it was Flimt though ,unless there was someone's else that has totally slipped my mind.


Yeah that's the guy i was think of thought he was at Bodo. The West Ham guy has he moved on. I can't remember his name either

[bingo70]

Yeah that's the guy i was think of thought he was at Bodo. The West Ham as he moved on I can't remember his name either

Emmanuel longelo

[badabing67]

Emmanuel longelo

Could that still be a goer now

[bingo70]

Could that still be a goer now

Just been reading about him on twitter. QPR bid for him this summer but it was rejected, not sure if West Ham or the player rejected it but either way it looks like a non starter, apparently Moyes plans on playing him pre-season to see how he does.

[badabing67]

Just been reading about him on twitter. QPR bid for him this summer but it was rejected, not sure if West Ham or the player rejected it but either way it looks like a non starter, apparently Moyes plans on playing him pre-season to see how he does.

Cheers

[Heisenberg]

Lewis Ferguson going to Italy too. Signing for Bologna, fee of £3m.

[Stevie Reid]

Lewis Ferguson going to Italy too. Signing for Bologna, fee of £3m.

Was just having a look at Soccerbase to see his goals record for Aberdeen and can’t believe that he’s only 22. Seems to have been around for ages.

[B.H.F.C]

Lewis Ferguson going to Italy too. Signing for Bologna, fee of £3m.

That’s a big loss for them.

[tonyrougier123]

Could hibs nip in for Nicky cadden left back?
Ment to be on the verge of signing for Barnsley,but only on the verge.😏

[Hulk1875]

Since Liam Henderson went to Italy and down well there’s now few Scottish players going there and teams taking chance on them

[badabing67]

Could hibs nip in for Nicky cadden left back?
Ment to be on the verge of signing for Barnsley,but only on the verge.😏

Good shout

[Greenworld]

Could hibs nip in for Nicky cadden left back?
Ment to be on the verge of signing for Barnsley,but only on the verge.[emoji57]Is he not a winger ?

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[Greenworld]

Hearing porteous to be appointed captain so hopefully will sign new deal also

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[theonlywayisup]

Since Liam Henderson went to Italy and down well there’s now few Scottish players going there and teams taking chance on them

And a few to Germany too. It's probably what our young stars need. Far too many think they've made it at an early age, so it would be good for them to test themselves in a different environment.

Also, if Doig, Ferguson or Hickey were English, the transfer fee would by £10m plus, so the Italians get a promising player at low cost. They may get rewarded with getting many times more back from their investment as Bologna have done with Hickey. The Italians just need to pick the right Scottish talent.

[NC1875]

Hearing porteous to be appointed captain so hopefully will sign new deal also

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I’ve heard he’s already signed a new deal. Hopefully it’s true and is quite rightly given the captaincy.

[04Sauzee]

With Mackay away on loan ,Tait likely to go on loan and Doig looking like he's away to Italy, there is definitely room in the squad now for a couple of players to come in.

[GreenCastle]

Expect us to try for Ali Koiki from Northampton if Doig leaves.

Looks decent.

Surely we will bring in a left footed player especially if Mitchell is still unavailable.

[Since90+2]

Porteous is a born leader and someone who just exemplifies what a captain should be.

[McGruber]

With Mackay away on loan ,Tait likely to go on loan and Doig looking like he's away to Italy, there is definitely room in the squad now for a couple of players to come in.

Absolutely. After a CB and attacking mid anyway - the pre season hasn't gone the way we hoped for Magennis and looks like any prolonged game time from him will be a bonus.
Left back a must, Mitchell more a winger but also chequered fitness history and Stevenson in his twilight

[7Hero]

If the mcginn money comes in hibs will have had a very fruitful financial year.. Let's hope we spend it for once in making the team a lot better and especially tie up porto on a longer deal, he can be worth more than doig for sure...

[Since90+2]

If the mcginn money comes in hibs will have had a very fruitful financial year.. Let's hope we spend it for once in making the team a lot better and especially tie up porto on a longer deal, he can be worth more than doig for sure...

What McGinn money? Do you mean a transfer sell on?

[McGruber]

I don't care if they're proven, unproven or what, so long as they're good enough. Most proven players at the level we want are out of our reach, so no problem with the club looking for gems instead. Worked for Leicester

I agree gems are out there and if they are good enough it doesn't matter if they are proven or not. I also know good proven players cost money. Well, we have money - reinvesting in some proven quality would be the way I would like us to go. We've signed a lot of gems, a lot of young players we think will be good players - just want us to sign a few we know are good players, with a bit experience. It was almost the universal party line on here before we won 2 pre season friendlies. We have a very exciting team, a few sure bet additions would be my preference

[Heisenberg]

Porteous is a born leader and someone who just exemplifies what a captain should be.

He’s got a long way to go to prove that imo.

[Hibernian Verse]

He’s got a long way to go to prove that imo.

Agree. Captains have the correct temperament and don't leave their teams short on the pitch through suspension. Huge season for him.

[Brightside]

Porteous is a born leader and someone who just exemplifies what a captain should be.

He’s miles off that.

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Agree. Captains have the correct temperament and don't leave their teams short on the pitch through suspension. Huge season for him.

Didn’t seem to harm Roy Keane, Gerrard, Vieira much (there’s loads more) - they all had their temperament questioned throughout their careers.

[Paulie Walnuts]

He’s got a long way to go to prove that imo.

Absolutely.

I think he’s perfect captain material in terms of organising the team, constantly talking, showing great desire.. I don’t think he’s anywhere near it in terms of setting an example though. Far too many moments of utter stupidity.

If he gets the captaincy then he can go and prove he deserves it. I don’t think he’s proven that yet though.

[hibbyfraelibby]

What McGinn money? Do you mean a transfer sell on?

Stephen or Paul? 😉

[Paulie Walnuts]

Didn’t seem to harm Roy Keane, Gerrard, Vieira much (there’s loads more) - they all had their temperament questioned throughout their careers.

Porteous has already had about half the red cards these guys got over their full careers having only played about 20% of the games these guys played. That’s why his temperament gets questioned.

[Winston Ingram]

Partey is better than hojlberg, tomiyasu is much better than Emerson or doherty, saka would clearly start along side kane and son in the front three over anyone else they have, Romero is probably the best CB out of the two clubs but I'd rather have white or Gabriel over dier or Sanchez.

Spurs are a better side but there's not much in it, your last statement is complete nonsense. If that was the case there would have been a lot more than two points separating them last season.

Partey is not better than Bentancur or Bissouma.

Tomiyasu wouldn’t get in the Spurs side due to the formation they play. Sanchez doesn’t get in the Spurs side and Dier was one of the best defenders in the league last season. He was absolutely immense.

[Ozyhibby]

Absolutely.

I think he’s perfect captain material in terms of organising the team, constantly talking, showing great desire.. I don’t think he’s anywhere near it in terms of setting an example though. Far too many moments of utter stupidity.

If he gets the captaincy then he can go and prove he deserves it. I don’t think he’s proven that yet though.

I’ve been a harsh critic of his stupidity at times but I do think that he would make a great captain. I think he has a presence about him that says leader. I really hope he signs a new deal and we can get this season out of him. And that he finally cuts out the silliness.


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[Libby Hibby]

If true about Porteous, that is brilliant news.

Natural leader. Talk about him not signing until he sees the clubs ambitions is a clear sign that if he has signed, things are perhaps better behind the scenes.

I can’t wait to watch him to captain the side.

[Sioux]

I take it would be a bit much to ask for some 'fans' to lay off the constant sniping at our own players.

[S4uzee]

If true about Porteous, that is brilliant news.

Natural leader. Talk about him not signing until he sees the clubs ambitions is a clear sign that if he has signed, things are perhaps better behind the scenes.

I can’t wait to watch him to captain the side.

Will need to grow up a bit. Can’t be captain and missing a large chunk of games through needless suspensions

[Paulie Walnuts]

I take it would be a bit much to ask for some 'fans' to lay off the constant sniping at our own players.

I take it it would be too much to ask for some fans to allow folk to discuss their team honestly without greeting about it?

There’s absolutely nothing been said here that is even close to being over the top and yet you’re already here moaning :faf:

[Sioux]

I take it it would be too much to ask for some fans to allow folk to discuss their team honestly without greeting about it?

There’s absolutely nothing been said here that is even close to being over the top and yet you’re already here moaning :faf:

Touched a nerve yeh?

[Paulie Walnuts]

Touched a nerve yeh?

It would appear someone has touched your nerve for you to feel the need to moan about absolutely nothing, yeh.

[Wilson]

I take it would be a bit much to ask for some 'fans' to lay off the constant sniping at our own players.

I agree with you actually.

The stuff about Porteous needing to grow up sounds like a broken record. I'm sure he's heard that plenty and we've all heard it on here.

We're not a game into this season yet and people are still throwing it out.

Let's just see how he does a few games older and wiser. The responsibility of captaincy might be good for him.

[ahibby]

I’ve heard he’s already signed a new deal. Hopefully it’s true and is quite rightly given the captaincy.

Strange for me if true. Last night I slept for eleven hours and Porto was in my dream Never happened before.

[Paulie Walnuts]

I agree with you actually.

The stuff about Porteous needing to grow up sounds like a broken record. I'm sure he's heard that plenty and we've all heard it on here.

We're not a game into this season yet and people are still throwing it out.

Let's just see how he does a few games older and wiser. The responsibility of captaincy might be good for him.

It sounds like a broken record because he’s just spent the last season showing no signs of doing it and arguably getting worse. Once he does show signs of having grown up then people will stop saying he needs to do it.

It’s really not an unreasonable suggestion and the fact it’s the summer doesn’t make it unreasonable to suggest it either.

[Hibbyradge]

I take it would be a bit much to ask for some 'fans' to lay off the constant sniping at our own players.

Newell would make the perfect captain.

[JohnM1875]

It sounds like a broken record because he’s just spent the last season showing no signs of doing it and arguably getting worse. Once he does show signs of having grown up then people will stop saying he needs to do it.

It’s really not an unreasonable suggestion and the fact it’s the summer doesn’t make it unreasonable to suggest it either.

Totally agree. Is it not only a month or so since the club fined him for stupid behaviour? Albeit off field stuff.

I like Porto, think he's a great player for us and really hope he's signed a new deal with us. But folk can't really be questioning the fact he needs to start acting more mature as a player? Especially if as rumoured he's been made captain. Can't have your captain suspended a few times throughout the season.

[Hibernian Verse]

It sounds like a broken record because he’s just spent the last season showing no signs of doing it and arguably getting worse. Once he does show signs of having grown up then people will stop saying he needs to do it.

It’s really not an unreasonable suggestion and the fact it’s the summer doesn’t make it unreasonable to suggest it either.

I agree with you here. Porteous is a fantastic footballer but it's not constructive to just put our heads in the sand and pretend he has the perfect temperament to be the Hibernian captain.

The leadership qualities he has are good but they need (there's a variation of that word again) tempered.

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

Things that could keep Porto:

Being made captain
Wage rise
Boyle return

[Since90+2]

He’s miles off that.

He's the most natural leader, aside from McGregor, we have at the club.

[Since90+2]

I’ve been a harsh critic of his stupidity at times but I do think that he would make a great captain. I think he has a presence about him that says leader. I really hope he signs a new deal and we can get this season out of him. And that he finally cuts out the silliness.


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That's exactly it, presence and a real winners attitude. Exactly what we have lacked and he'll 100% thrive in the role of captain.

[Hibbyradge]

He's the most natural leader, aside from McGregor, we have at the club.

The best leaders I ever worked with led by example in everything they did.

I'm not against Porto getting the armband, but I wonder what attributes people see that makes him a "natural captain".

[Unseen work]

Would be happy for Porteous to be captain but he would really need to step up for me.

He’s a really good player, loads of potential and clearly has leadership qualities.

But watching from the stands he can seem very sulky at times, throwing his arms about at people making mistakes only for him to follow it up with a mistake of his own. Don’t get me wrong I’m not saying he won’t or can’t make mistakes, but he needs to realise as captain whilst he needs to keep standards high he needs to encourage his team mates and make them confident.

We also need to be able to rely on him.

He can’t get retrospective red cards for booting players off the ball, red cards in big games or getting charged on nights out.

I actually think the captaincy would make him realise the above.

[Since90+2]

The best leaders I ever worked with led by example in everything they did.

I'm not against Porto getting the armband, but I wonder what attributes people see that makes him a "natural captain".

He organises, he never shirks a physical challenge or battle, he's never intimidated or overawed and you can guarantee you'll get 100% every minute of every game from him.

He's exactly the type of captain and leader the club have been calling out for.

[MWHIBBIES]

Partey is not better than Bentancur or Bissouma.

Tomiyasu wouldn’t get in the Spurs side due to the formation they play. Sanchez doesn’t get in the Spurs side and Dier was one of the best defenders in the league last season. He was absolutely immense.

Tomiyasu absolutely walks into that side in one of the centre back positions. Any of the three as he is comfortable with both feet. 23 years old as well. Spurs very much wanted him last summer too. Don't think you realize how good he is.

[Hector Mudflap]

He doesn’t mind putting a foot in. Left or right!

The guy struggled at the start of his career but thankfully managed to turn himself around

[Brightside]

I agree with you actually.

The stuff about Porteous needing to grow up sounds like a broken record. I'm sure he's heard that plenty and we've all heard it on here.

We're not a game into this season yet and people are still throwing it out.

Let's just see how he does a few games older and wiser. The responsibility of captaincy might be good for him.

People aren’t throwing it out. If someone says he is captain material you surely expect others to question it based on very recent events. A season of showing that level of responsibility will put it beyond doubt. The armband isn’t a requirement to act like a captain. And as this manager and others have said being captain is not just about what you do on the pitch.

[Hibbyradge]

He organises, he never shirks a physical challenge or battle, he's never intimidated or overawed and you can guarantee you'll get 100% every minute of every game from him.

He's exactly the type of captain and leader the club have been calling out for.

Those attributes make him a good player, not necessarily a good captain.

But, we'll find out soon enough, if the rumour is actually true.

[Since90+2]

Those attributes make him a good player, not necessarily a good captain.

But, we'll find out soon enough, if the rumour is actually true.

Those attributes are exactly what you want in a captain, and what we have lacked.

[Hibbyradge]

Those attributes are exactly what you want in a captain, and what we have lacked.

Why have we lacked them?

[Brightside]

Those attributes are exactly what you want in a captain, and what we have lacked.

You are just thinking about on the pitch though. What is he like on the training ground, what else does he do around the club, how does he get on with the media, what’s he like organising the players, can he be the conduit between the squad and the management team. All that has to be considered.

[Iain G]

Those attributes are exactly what you want in a captain, and what we have lacked.

Hasn't he been playing during all those games we "lacked" those attributes?

[CraigHibee]

Absolutely.

I think he’s perfect captain material in terms of organising the team, constantly talking, showing great desire.. I don’t think he’s anywhere near it in terms of setting an example though. Far too many moments of utter stupidity.

If he gets the captaincy then he can go and prove he deserves it. I don’t think he’s proven that yet though.

If Porto gets the captaincy then I'm sure he will understand how important the role is, could see a completely different player this season imo

[Dmas]

He organises, he never shirks a physical challenge or battle, he's never intimidated or overawed and you can guarantee you'll get 100% every minute of every game from him.

He's exactly the type of captain and leader the club have been calling out for.


You could argue he lets the 'occasion' affect his performance at times, and all his captain qualities are no good to the team when he's sitting in the stand, he should be made vice captain with McGinn away that way he gets the message its where we see him but also that there aspects he's needing to improve on.

I also don't know what Hanlon has done to warrant being stripped of it? because he doesn't shout and stamp his feet? Paul done a lot on field to help Josh Doig as just an example, he's now a £3m player

[Springbank]

Had a quick glance over the road.

Looks like consensus is Hearts are getting £150k as Hickey's sell-on clause.

A couple of posters making the apologists case for Mrs Budge - "it was Sept 2020", "uncertainties of covid", "he'd only played well in a couple of games if you think about it", "who could have predicted how it would have turned out, he could have been a flop", and "£1.5m overall isn't a bad deal if you think about all that".

So, as a Professor of Schadenfreud, I would like to congratulate Hibs & Verona on the timing of the announcement that Hickey's supposed understudy came to the Hibs for free, and is leaving for £3m+ and a % sell-on fee.

Complimenti, as they say in Italy.:cb

[Since90+2]

You are just thinking about on the pitch though. What is he like on the training ground, what else does he do around the club, how does he get on with the media, what’s he like organising the players, can he be the conduit between the squad and the management team. All that has to be considered.

Without knowing for certain as none of us watch them train he strikes me as the kind of guy who trains like he plays.

Honestly couldn't care how gets on with the media, we never get a fair shake anyway so it's totally irrelevant.

If he's appointed captain by the new management team it would suggest he gets on well with that same team that appointed him.

[Since90+2]

Hasn't he been playing during all those games we "lacked" those attributes?

And if we had more players like him and his attitude you can absolutely guarantee we'd not have performed as poorly as we did last season.

[McGruber]

The guy struggled at the start of his career but thankfully managed to turn himself around

Good. That's what it's all about

[Brightside]

You could argue he lets the 'occasion' affect his performance at times, and all his captain qualities are no good to the team when he's sitting in the stand, he should be made vice captain with McGinn away that way he gets the message its where we see him but also that there aspects he's needing to improve on.

I also don't know what Hanlon has done to warrant being stripped of it? because he doesn't shout and stamp his feet? Paul done a lot on field to help Josh Doig as just an example, he's now a £3m player

Yep. There is no lack of leadership from our current captain. But I agree with making Porto vice captain. He can take on some of the other responsibilities from Paul perhaps. Looking after fines etc.

[brog]

People aren’t throwing it out. If someone says he is captain material you surely expect others to question it based on very recent events. A season of showing that level of responsibility will put it beyond doubt. The armband isn’t a requirement to act like a captain. And as this manager and others have said being captain is not just about what you do on the pitch.

I think there's different ways of questioning it though, constructively like your post above or just trotting out the same stuff ad nauseam. Porto's season, and JR's and Hibs' season IMO all hinged on the sending off at Ibrox. If a Rangers, Celtc or Hearts player had suffered that fate their boards would have been outraged and would show pretty much unanimous support for the player. On Hibs Net, many condemn our player for what wasn't even the worst challenge in that match. We're called supporters for a reason, we support our club and we should support our players, not unreservedly but we're allowed to be biased and at least give them the benefit of the doubt. Too many on here IMO, automatically head in the other direction. I was in Portugal and saw the players up close. I have no doubt Porto is captain material and equally I have no doubt his peers regard him that way. As you say it's now time for him to walk the talk. I hope he will get that chance.

[McGruber]

Potentially missing today

Tavares
Youan
Bojang
Miller
Hague
Mitchell
Nisbet
Magennis
Hanlon
Doig

Shades of last season!
Still plenty in the tank for Clyde and Falkirk you would imagine

[JohnM1875]

Had a quick glance over the road.

Looks like consensus is Hearts are getting £150k as Hickey's sell-on clause.

A couple of posters making the apologists case for Mrs Budge - "it was Sept 2020", "uncertainties of covid", "he'd only played well in a couple of games if you think about it", "who could have predicted how it would have turned out, he could have been a flop", and "£1.5m overall isn't a bad deal if you think about all that".

So, as a Professor of Schadenfreud, I would like to congratulate Hibs & Verona on the timing of the announcement that Hickey's supposed understudy came to the Hibs for free, and is leaving for £3m+ and a % sell-on fee.

Complimenti, as they say in Italy.:cb

£150k?! No ****ing way 😂😂😂😂

[Since90+2]

I think there's different ways of questioning it though, constructively like your post above or just trotting out the same stuff ad nauseam. Porto's season, and JR's and Hibs' season IMO all hinged on the sending off at Ibrox. If a Rangers, Celtc or Hearts player had suffered that fate their boards would have been outraged and would show pretty much unanimous support for the player. On Hibs Net, many condemn our player for what wasn't even the worst challenge in that match. We're called supporters for a reason, we support our club and we should support our players, not unreservedly but we're allowed to be biased and at least give them the benefit of the doubt. Too many on here IMO, automatically head in the other direction. I was in Portugal and saw the players up close. I have no doubt Porto is captain material and equally I have no doubt his peers regard him that way. As you say it's now time for him to walk the talk. I hope he will get that chance.

Completely agree.

Porteous has been singled out in Scotland because he has a big F U attitude to Sevco and their supporters, personally I love that.

We've always been too nice and he's the type of guy who you want fighting your corner.

[MWHIBBIES]

Why would Tavares and Youan be allowed to work 5 days a week but not a 6th?

[Not In The Know]

£150k?! No ****ing way 😂😂😂😂

Love how we are paying more to sign a 16 year old than hearts are getting for Hickeys’s sell on fee.

Budge couldn’t run a bath.

[Souter96Mac]

Potentially missing today

Tavares
Youan
Bojang
Miller
Hague
Mitchell
Nisbet
Magennis
Hanlon
Doig

Shades of last season!
Still plenty in the tank for Clyde and Falkirk you would imagine

Think Hauge was in the picture hibs posted on twitter the other day in training, so looks to be available. But get your point

[Hibbyradge]

Had a quick glance over the road.

Looks like consensus is Hearts are getting £150k as Hickey's sell-on clause.

A couple of posters making the apologists case for Mrs Budge - "it was Sept 2020", "uncertainties of covid", "he'd only played well in a couple of games if you think about it", "who could have predicted how it would have turned out, he could have been a flop", and "£1.5m overall isn't a bad deal if you think about all that".

So, as a Professor of Schadenfreud, I would like to congratulate Hibs & Verona on the timing of the announcement that Hickey's supposed understudy came to the Hibs for free, and is leaving for £3m+ and a % sell-on fee.

Complimenti, as they say in Italy.:cb

They're not getting anything like £150k.