Summer transfer thread 2024/25

[Stairway 2 7]

Think he was 16 when it happened. Old enough to know better.. but still a laddie.

16 ffs are we going to go through people's BEBOs before they are employed by the club to see if they have said anything wrong in their past. I'm sure it's enough for some to say they are boycotting mind you

[Sioux]

Could well be but might be prepared to play for similar money to what the top earners are on.

Like 99% of players, he’ll play for any club willing to pay what he thinks he’s worth.

[Unseen work]

16 ffs are we going to go through people's BEBOs before they are employed by the club to see if they have said anything wrong in their past. I'm sure it's enough for some to say they are boycotting mind you

Funnily enough someone started tweeting about how unacceptable it was etc to have someone with views like that.

A Hibs fan (think it was JD Hibs) then went through said posters old tweets. You’d never believe what he found 🤣

The hypocrisy in some is unbelievable.

[Since452]

Would have thought that his salary would be miles out of range for Hibs tbh.

Correct. Zero chance of signing him permanently.

[USA_Hibee]

Funnily enough someone started tweeting about how unacceptable it was etc to have someone with views like that.

A Hibs fan (think it was JD Hibs) then went through said posters old tweets. You’d never believe what he found 🤣

The hypocrisy in some is unbelievable.

That is amazing.

[1875M]

Solid start to the window. Experienced players, good age, and look like leaders too. Still think we need a ball winner in the middle of the pitch, along with a more creative type and another striker up top. If EY goes, we’ll need another left sided winger too.

[Paul1642]

Could well be but might be prepared to play for similar money to what the top earners are on.

He would be top earner without any doubt. Can’t see it happening at all unfortunately but would be the best permanent signing we’ve made since McGinn

[superfurryhibby]

Heard he was happy to sign for us but was unhappy that Monty got sacked so toss a coin for this


Could well be but might be prepared to play for similar money to what the top earners are on.

Why do people even post stuff like this?

[Ronniekirk]

It was me, although i do think he's better than what we had last season. Will clear the ball well and defend like a trojan and put his body on the line, quick too.

He's just not the best at bringing the ball out, not a problem for me, as i'm sick to death of us farting about with it at the back with players not good enough to do it.
Thanks for elaborating

[KeithWright9]

Dundee fans reckoned they would get around £500k for him. When I say Dundee fans I mean the ones I have seen on line.

Ironically the same sort of money we paid for Keith, Keith, Keith from Dundeee over 30 years ago 🫶

[gorgie greens]

Why do people even post stuff like this?

Because the guy that told me is very credible

[Dmas]

He’s almost 25 year old and he’s got little to no football ability. Can’t pass the ball better than a league 2 centre defender.

1203 passes made 1022 completed 84.95% completion rate
( https://footystats.org/players/belgium/rocky-bushiri )

those league 2 CB’s must be decent

[KeithWright9]

The reality is we’ve spent nothing on players so far and there is a lot of more out than in. I don’t think it’s unreasonable that think we could sign some real quality (by SPL standards) now 🙏🏼

[Greenworld]

The reality is we’ve spent nothing on players so far and there is a lot of more out than in. I don’t think it’s unreasonable that think we could sign some real quality (by SPL standards) now [emoji1374]MM said although I can't find it just now.
As you move forward in the team things become more expensive.
So it's great bring in defenders on frees .
Keeps the Dosh for midfielders / strikers as they are harder to get at a good price

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[Silky]

He’s almost 25 year old and he’s got little to no football ability. Can’t pass the ball better than a league 2 centre defender.

Reading this site last season, that could apply to any of our players to be fair!

[NGoloGrantie]

https://x.com/reluctantnicko/status/1806979310579781877?s=46&t=teWgCfrX60lbBmqMtdAt4g

Not sure how I feel about this…


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[Dmas]

https://x.com/reluctantnicko/status/1806979310579781877?s=46&t=teWgCfrX60lbBmqMtdAt4g

Not sure how I feel about this…


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Weird one it’s a good spfl level signing if hearts or aberdeen made it we’d probably raise eyebrows as to why we never tried, I’m not against having him around another one you can count on giving absolutely everything I wouldn’t want to be starting with him every week though

[AlbertK86]

Because the guy that told me is very credible

Cheers mate - glad to hear it. A good signing on fee from BK funds might swing it [emoji1694]


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[TelaStella]

https://x.com/reluctantnicko/status/1806979310579781877?s=46&t=teWgCfrX60lbBmqMtdAt4g

Not sure how I feel about this…


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I’ve a feeling it’s just click bait for a few extra quid.


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[NC1875]

https://x.com/reluctantnicko/status/1806979310579781877?s=46&t=teWgCfrX60lbBmqMtdAt4g

Not sure how I feel about this…


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About as good a free transfer as you’ll get at this level. Hopefully it happens.

[supermcginn]

I’ve a feeling it’s just click bait for a few extra quid.


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I reckon it's a certainty we want him, it's a no brainer on a free, he'd be a very good squad player.

[AlbertK86]

I’ve a feeling it’s just click bait for a few extra quid.


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Agree and suspect the journo is doing what journos do these days by perusing the fans forums … and has seen the clamour from fans on here


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[chippy]

I’ve a feeling it’s just click bait for a few extra quid.


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Maybe Hibs moving for Murray to deny Dundee (they’re apparently interested in him) if Dundee are playing hardball over McCowan

[TelaStella]

I reckon it's a certainty we want him, it's a no brainer on a free, he'd be a very good squad player.

For the record I hope you’re right, I’ll just believe it when I see more of a credible source.


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[Aldo]

Maybe Hibs moving for Murray to deny Dundee (they’re apparently interested in him) if Dundee are playing hardball over McCowan

Maybe but I’m greedy and would want both.

[TelaStella]

Maybe Hibs moving for Murray to deny Dundee (they’re apparently interested in him) if Dundee are playing hardball over McCowan

Let’s just sign Murray to loan him back to Dundee as part of a deal for McCowan then


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[04Sauzee]

How did Murray do for MM at Ross County? Assuming he played under MM at Ross County?

[superfurryhibby]

Because the guy that told me is very credible

I very much doubt Maolida gave a toss about Monty or that this had any bearing on whether he was likely to be signing for Hibs permanently.

Fair enough, if it actually came from someone directly and wasn't just nonsense posted on a twitter post or whatever.

[MWHIBBIES]

He’s almost 25 year old and he’s got little to no football ability. Can’t pass the ball better than a league 2 centre defender.

That just a lie.

[easty]

1203 passes made 1022 completed 84.95% completion rate
( https://footystats.org/players/belgium/rocky-bushiri )

those league 2 CB’s must be decent

I’m surprised it’s not higher to be honest. Feel like I spent at least a third of each game watching the defence pass it amongst themselves doing nowt.

[number9dream]

How did Murray do for MM at Ross County? Assuming he played under MM at Ross County?

Mixed...
SM wasn't there when County finished 6th in 2021-22.
Scored 3 when signed in Jan following season - and was a sub in the play-off final games.
Got off to a flyer last season with 6 goals in LC group - 13 of his 23 tally came after MM was sacked.

[Iain G]

https://x.com/reluctantnicko/status/1806979310579781877?s=46&t=teWgCfrX60lbBmqMtdAt4g

Not sure how I feel about this…


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Hoping it is Antonio Murray 🤞

[Exuberance1875]

He’s almost 25 year old and he’s got little to no football ability. Can’t pass the ball better than a league 2 centre defender.

Said this before, really good attitude and never hides, but ability wise we need to look for better.

OR, find a better way to utilise him, he had far too much of the ball at this feet the last couple seasons.

[Iain G]

I very much doubt Maolida gave a toss about Monty or that this had any bearing on whether he was likely to be signing for Hibs permanently.

Fair enough, if it actually came from someone directly and wasn't just nonsense posted on a twitter post or whatever.

I dunno!? He credited the move for getting him back into enjoying his football, and Monty must have had some part of getting that out of him?

[truehibernian]

Mixed...
SM wasn't there when County finished 6th in 2021-22.
Scored 3 when signed in Jan following season - and was a sub in the play-off final games.
Got off to a flyer last season with 6 goals in LC group - 13 of his 23 tally came after MM was sacked.

We’d be getting a goal threat and a player who torments defenders- and one who knows the league, can hit the ground running and on form, and is really liked by the support because of his desire and energy. It’s a no brainer to try and get him back.

[Donegal Hibby]

1203 passes made 1022 completed 84.95% completion rate
( https://footystats.org/players/belgium/rocky-bushiri )

those league 2 CB’s must be decent

Interesting stats . Quite a good percentage of his passes completed.

[Nicho87]

Would take Murray on the basis he’s a squad player and not first pick

Handy player to come off the bench and occasional start for lesser games at home etc

Could and have signed a lot worse and riskier players in recent windows gone past

[Pedantic_Hibee]

We’d be getting a goal threat and a player who torments defenders- and one who knows the league, can hit the ground running and on form, and is really liked by the support because of his desire and energy. It’s a no brainer to try and get him back.

Agreed.

Girls don’t like boys…

[Brightside]

Are we also in for Tam McManus?

[Nicho87]

Are we also in for Tam McManus?

Head of pole dancing

[Bridge hibs]

Are we also in for Tam McManus?

Would be better signing Michelle McManus

[Since452]

If we signed Murray we know what we'd be getting. A guy that would run through a brick wall for the team. I love his character and work rate. He'd be a good addition to the squad imo.

[Smartie]

If we signed Murray we know what we'd be getting. A guy that would run through a brick wall for the team. I love his character and work rate. He'd be a good addition to the squad imo.

As an opposition player, you just know he’s going to cause you problems.

If we were to sign him it would be further evidence that someone at Hibs seems to know what they’re doing imo.

[Walter]

If we signed Murray we know what we'd be getting. A guy that would run through a brick wall for the team. I love his character and work rate. He'd be a good addition to the squad imo.

I was disappointed when he left, loved his attitude yes he's not Ronaldo but we need more players with his up and at them spirit

[bingo70]

I’d be delighted with Murray. In terms of attitude and effort levels he would set the standard from the front.

IMO enthusiasm and energy is infectious and the more players we have like that, the better. We’ll still need a couple of more creative players but in terms of setting standards and attitude levels that Geay speaks of, he would be a great signing I think.

[Aldo]

I’d be delighted with Murray. In terms of attitude and effort levels he would set the standard from the front.

IMO enthusiasm and energy is infectious and the more players we have like that, the better. We’ll still need a couple of more creative players but in terms of setting standards and attitude levels that Geay speaks of, he would be a great signing I think.

Definitely. 23 goals last season so know’s where the back of the net is.

[yerauldda]

He’d be a fantastic option off the bench for us.

[HendoDelivered]

He’d be a fantastic option off the bench for us.

If he comes, he wont be coming to sit on the bench imo. Not after the season he’s just had.

[Donegal Hibby]

Definitely. 23 goals last season so know’s where the back of the net is.

He 23 goals last season is fantastic though is there not some concerns that it was just one season and taking into account his age that it could be seen as a bit of a gamble to a degree ?

[Aldo]

He 23 goals last season is fantastic though is there not some concerns that it was just one season and taking into account his age that it could be seen as a bit of a gamble to a degree ?

I don’t think it’s a gamble as you know exactly what you are getting with Simon Murray. As others have mentioned his constant harrying and pestering of the opposition defenders along with work rate, energy and attitude is exactly what we need.

That and he’s a free!

[7Hero]

He’d be a fantastic option off the bench for us.

I'm not sure where some of the arrogance is coming from on this thread , Murray easily one of best strikers last year he would walk into this current hibs team as a starter .

[Col2]

Simon Murray would be a great addition to the squad.

[yerauldda]

I'm not sure where some of the arrogance is coming from on this thread , Murray easily one of best strikers last year he would walk into this current hibs team as a starter .

Take a day off, it isn’t arrogance.
I think he’d supplement the squad really well but I don’t think he’s quite the level for us to be reliant on him as our number 9.

[Pedantic_Hibee]

McGinn made players around him work harder by setting an example. Murray would do likewise up top, and grab some goals along the way.

[JohnM1875]

No issue at all adding Murray as a squad player, liked him at Hibs first time around. But if we do I'd hope he isn't the only striker we're adding to the team.

[Heisenberg]

Scott Burns says Murray still has a year left on his contract? Thought he was a free agent.

[PHeffernan]

Scott Burns says Murray still has a year left on his contract? Thought he was a free agent.

I presume Ross County or the player had a years option and have taken it.

[JohnM1875]

Scott Burns says Murray still has a year left on his contract? Thought he was a free agent.

Expired 31/05 according to Transfermarkt. Guessing County had an option of a further year and have triggered it.

[Nicho87]

Potential opportunity to offer player or two in exchange

Kennah has been there before and played a lot I remember

[allezsauzee]

Would take Murray on the basis he’s a squad player and not first pick

Handy player to come off the bench and occasional start for lesser games at home etc

Could and have signed a lot worse and riskier players in recent windows gone past

I'd agree with this. We know what we are getting with Simon Murray. He has a great attitude and seems to be at his peak right now. Don't think it would work playing tippy tappy football but if we take a more direct and higher tempo approach then I think he's be a very useful player in our squad, especially coming off the bench when defenders are weary.

[04Sauzee]

Potential opportunity to offer player or two in exchange

Kennah has been there before and played a lot I remember

Not sure they would match his wages.

[C_hendo04]

Since I’ve seen a number of people mention Ruari Paton either on here or elsewhere I thought I’d compare him to Nisbet the season before we signed him.

Kevin Nisbet (Dunfermline, 19/20)
Age: 22
League Position: 5th
Goals: 18

Ruari Paton (Queen’s Park, 23/24)
Age: 23
League Position: 8th
Goals: 17

Considering that he only scored one less league goal for a team that finished 3 positions lower, plus the fact that he’ll have been at hibs the same time as Gray and worked with Liam Craig last season, I think Paton could be a good signing to compete with or play alongside Vente.

[ChuckNor]

Not been reading this thread much recently but Henderson is set to return to Belgium

[Paul1642]

Not been reading this thread much recently but Henderson is set to return to Belgium

Permanent deal I presume? I hadn’t written him off but it’s probably best for all parties.

[CapitalGreen]

Not been reading this thread much recently but Henderson is set to return to Belgium

Good news

[flash]

Not been reading this thread much recently but Henderson is set to return to Belgium

Think he was pretty popular over there so probably a really good move for him.

The Henderson boys aren't afraid to try their luck abroad which is absolutely brilliant.

[hibee-boys]

Not been reading this thread much recently but Henderson is set to return to Belgium

Good news, another wage that can be invested toward a player who can actually impact on the first team.

[04Sauzee]

Not been reading this thread much recently but Henderson is set to return to Belgium

Will there be a fee involved?

[hibee-boys]

Will there be a fee involved?

I would imagine so, they won’t take him for nothing😏

[04Sauzee]

Our Hibs Central Friend

Hibs are interested in bringing Greg Docherty back to the club - concrete interest. (They also asked for him on loan in Jan under NM). Although Docherty’s preference is to stay in England, nothing has been ruled out yet from either side. GD is a free agent after leaving Hull.

[JohnM1875]

Our Hibs Central Friend

Hibs are interested in bringing Greg Docherty back to the club - concrete interest. (They also asked for him on loan in Jan under NM). Although Docherty’s preference is to stay in England, nothing has been ruled out yet from either side. GD is a free agent after leaving Hull.

If true and his preference is to stay in England then he’ll find a club no bother. Might have to drop into League One though. Still decent money in that league at the top end.

[GloryGlory]

I would imagine so, they won’t take him for nothing😏

:greengrin:greengrin

[04Sauzee]

I'm not sure I can see Hibs paying a fee for a 32 year old Simon Murray.

[Iain G]

He 23 goals last season is fantastic though is there not some concerns that it was just one season and taking into account his age that it could be seen as a bit of a gamble to a degree ?

The Scottish Van Veen!

[Iain G]

Think he was pretty popular over there so probably a really good move for him.

The Henderson boys aren't afraid to try their luck abroad which is absolutely brilliant.

Both good technical players and that suits a league where they get more time on the ball I guess, especially Ewan who isn't built for the blood and thunder Scottish Premier.

[Hibstrooper]

I don’t know, Docherty doesn’t excite me as a signing for some reason. Probably because we are pretty stacked in that area and think there are players in that position with big seasons ahead.

[EGL2000]

Henderson would be a good one to move on as I think we could actually get a fee. Will also be on a decent wage.

[badabing67]

I'm not sure I can see Hibs paying a fee for a 32 year old Simon Murray.


Simon Murray is a free agent, I didn't know he was 32. I think he would be a good option for us but I think Ruari Paton would be worth a punt for the longer term.

[K-Zazu]

Simon Murray is a free agent, I didn't know he was 32. I think he would be a good option for us but I think Ruari Paton would be worth a punt for the longer term.

I don’t think he is a free agent, County triggered another year

[Donegal Hibby]

I'm not sure I can see Hibs paying a fee for a 32 year old Simon Murray.

Wonder what fee Ross County would be wanting ?

[Exuberance1875]

Simon Murray is a free agent

[BoomtownHibees]

Simon Murray is a free agent

Ross County manager Don Cowie aims to fend off interest from other clubs and keep Simon Murray for the remaining year of the 32-year-old striker's contract. (Daily Record)

[CapitalGreen]

Simon Murray is a free agent

He isn’t.

[Exuberance1875]

Simon Murray is a free agent

Simon Murray is a free agent…..once his contract with Ross County expires at the end of next season

[K-Zazu]

Is he a free agent or not 😂

[Exuberance1875]

Is he a free agent or not 😂

Nah he’s got another year left! I was wrong 😂 apologies

[04Sauzee]

Fly out to the Netherlands on Monday, assuming we don't announce anyone today/tomorrow, I wonder if we will have anybody fly out when we are over there or if that's it until we get home.

[B.H.F.C]

Fly out to the Netherlands on Monday, assuming we don't announce anyone today/tomorrow, I wonder if we will have anybody fly out when we are over there or if that's it until we get home.

I’d be surprised if we don’t sign anyone else between now and getting back. Easy enough to get someone out to the Netherlands to join up with the squad.

[Bridge hibs]

I’d be surprised if we don’t sign anyone else between now and getting back. Easy enough to get someone out to the Netherlands to join up with the squad.

Van Veen wont have far to travel

[AlbertK86]

Our Hibs Central Friend

Hibs are interested in bringing Greg Docherty back to the club - concrete interest. (They also asked for him on loan in Jan under NM). Although Docherty’s preference is to stay in England, nothing has been ruled out yet from either side. GD is a free agent after leaving Hull.

I’d prefer Luke McCowan but would happily take both


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[.Sean.]

I’d prefer Luke McCowan but would happily take both


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Docherty, McCowan, Paton and Murray would all be nice, or is that being greedy

[Pedantic_Hibee]

Docherty, McCowan, Paton and Murray would all be nice, or is that being greedy

Not greedy enough. Chuck Danny Armstrong in there as well.

Edit - **** it. Maolida too.

[JohnM1875]

Docherty, McCowan, Paton and Murray would all be nice, or is that being greedy

Don't think it is. We haven't paid a fee so far. Docherty also out of contract though would be a big wage. Have to imagine Murray and Paton would be a small(ish) fee, which leaves the big transfer fee for McCowan. Can't see why all wouldn't be possible.

[04Sauzee]

Paton is 24 in August. You do wonder if he's on the radar or a few clubs this summer. He's nearly a goal every other game over the last 2 seasons.


2020/2021 9 in 30 for Stranraer
2021/2022 8 in 45 for QOTS
2022/2023 25 in 46 for QOTS
2023/2024 22 in 43 for Queen's Park

[Aldo]

Paton is 24 in August. You do wonder if he's on the radar or a few clubs this summer. He's nearly a goal every other game over the last 2 seasons.


2020/2021 9 in 30 for Stranraer
2021/2022 8 in 45 for QOTS
2022/2023 25 in 46 for QOTS
2023/2024 22 in 43 for Queen's Park

Wonder if it’s a choice of either Murray or Paton with big target man type striker also wanted??

[sleeping giant]

I'd take Paton and Murray.
Give Vente to near the end of the window and ship him if not showing anything

[JohnM1875]

I'd take Paton and Murray.
Give Vente to near the end of the window and ship him if not showing anything

See, I'm the opposite. I'd have Murray over Paton. Think Murray will compliment Vente a lot more. Already seen that Vente is better with someone like ALF in the team alongside him.

[Unseen work]

See, I'm the opposite. I'd have Murray over Paton. Think Murray will compliment Vente a lot more. Already seen that Vente is better with someone like ALF in the team alongside him.

I agree about Alf being next to him, that to me makes me think Vente needs a really intelligent number 10 who will find him in behind, in the box etc.

Or a real physical number 9 who he will feed off the scraps with, obviously depends on us playing 2 up top.

Simon Murray is a very useful striker in this league who I think would be a brilliant option for us . Would I want him as a lone number 9? I’d probably want better. Do I want us to pay a fee for him? No.

[AlbertK86]

Docherty, McCowan, Paton and Murray would all be nice, or is that being greedy

Not all and like your thinking [emoji16]


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[Shrekko]

I agree about Alf being next to him, that to me makes me think Vente needs a really intelligent number 10 who will find him in behind, in the box etc.

Or a real physical number 9 who he will feed off the scraps with, obviously depends on us playing 2 up top.

Simon Murray is a very useful striker in this league who I think would be a brilliant option for us . Would I want him as a lone number 9? I’d probably want better. Do I want us to pay a fee for him? No.

Why would it worry you that we’d have to pay a fee for Murray? You don’t have to pay it out your own pocket….

A couple of hundred grand is peanuts compared to what you lose by being bottom 6 again. Our immediate aim is to put a team on the park that won’t finish in the bottom half- he’d probably be coming in on lower wages than ALF got last season and the fee will be much less than what we paid for Vente.

[Cod Boy]

Why would it worry you that we’d have to pay a fee for Murray? You don’t have to pay it out your own pocket….

A couple of hundred grand is peanuts compared to what you lose by being bottom 6 again. Our immediate aim is to put a team on the park that won’t finish in the bottom half- he’s probably be coming in on lower wages than ALF got last season and the fee will be much less than what we paid for Vente.

Maybe could offer them a couple of fringe players in exchange

[Unseen work]

Why would it worry you that we’d have to pay a fee for Murray? You don’t have to pay it out your own pocket….

A couple of hundred grand is peanuts compared to what you lose by being bottom 6 again. Our immediate aim is to put a team on the park that won’t finish in the bottom half- he’d probably be coming in on lower wages than ALF got last season and the fee will be much less than what we paid for Vente.

Not necessarily worry me, did I say I need to pay it out my own pocket?. But I think he amount it would cost County to part ways with him and wages to pay him would be more than most think.

He could again be the difference in county staying up so they’ll want and offer alot.

[easty]

Why would it worry you that we’d have to pay a fee for Murray? You don’t have to pay it out your own pocket….

A couple of hundred grand is peanuts compared to what you lose by being bottom 6 again. Our immediate aim is to put a team on the park that won’t finish in the bottom half- he’d probably be coming in on lower wages than ALF got last season and the fee will be much less than what we paid for Vente.

No danger we’re even considering paying a couple of hundred grand for 32 year old Simon Murray. No chance.

[CentreForward]

No danger we’re even considering paying a couple of hundred grand for 32 year old Simon Murray. No chance.


In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

[04Sauzee]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

Not signing Murray shows a lack of ambition and will have us relegated? Really?

[easty]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

Behave.

We’ll spend money, but on players we can sell on, not 32 year old squad players.

[MWHIBBIES]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

:faf:

Guys like Youan, Vente, Boyle, and Maolida are far, far more ambitious signings than Simon Murray will ever be.

And no, we won't get ****ing relegated. Behave yourself.

[Green Reaper]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

You really need to rethink and edit that post, save some face

[Gmack7]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

Steady on Simon,

[flash]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

Nice to see Simon Murray's agent posting on the forum.

[CapitalGreen]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

We will probably end up relegated if we don’t sign a guy who has been on the brink of relegation in the previous 2 seasons?

[500miles]

What I will say about Simon Murray is that he shows up for big games. Key for where we want to be, even if he's not a superstar.

[Cabbage-Patch]

Paton is 24 in August. You do wonder if he's on the radar or a few clubs this summer. He's nearly a goal every other game over the last 2 seasons.


2020/2021 9 in 30 for Stranraer
2021/2022 8 in 45 for QOTS
2022/2023 25 in 46 for QOTS
2023/2024 22 in 43 for Queen's Park

Did we not have Paton on the books as a youngster? Not sure why he would want to return to a club that released him in 2019 after being told he wasnt good enough? :confused:

[Nicho87]

At some point hibs will start chucking the foley money about.

Bear in mind we’ve not even started yet really. Most clubs in the top league bar the obvious uglies would bite their arm off for the investment that we have.

Players like McCowan 2 years ago were probably not realistic but with higher wages and transfer funds available we really should be cherry picking a few players that are established in this league

McGowan is potentially a prime example of hibs offering the boy much higher wages, bigger shop window to let him move down south.

[CapitalGreen]

What I will say about Simon Murray is that he shows up for big games. Key for where we want to be, even if he's not a superstar.

What is your definition of big games? Relegation play off games against teams not good enough for the top flight?

He has only scored in 4 games out of his last 24 for RC against top 6 teams.

He got hooked before the hour mark in their cup quarter final against Aberdeen.

I like Murray, he knows how to take advantage up against ***** defences however we are at risk of over exaggerating his abilities. If we want to be taking points off our rivals for top 6 we need better - Lennon recognised this in 2018.

[.Sean.]

What is your definition of big games? Relegation play off games against teams not good enough for the top flight?

He has only scored in 4 games out of his last 24 for RC against top 6 teams.

He got hooked before the hour mark in their cup quarter final against Aberdeen.

I like Murray, he knows how to take advantage up against ***** defences however we are at risk of over exaggerating his abilities. If we want to be taking points off our rivals for top 6 we need better - Lennon recognised this in 2018.
Maybe he means he showed up for us in big games, winner against Hearts and a goal in a win at Ibrox

[Paul1642]

What is your definition of big games? Relegation play off games against teams not good enough for the top flight?

He has only scored in 4 games out of his last 24 for RC against top 6 teams.

He got hooked before the hour mark in their cup quarter final against Aberdeen.

I like Murray, he knows how to take advantage up against ***** defences however we are at risk of over exaggerating his abilities. If we want to be taking points off our rivals for top 6 we need better - Lennon recognised this in 2018.

Your last paragraph. Last time we he was at Hibs we brought in Kamberi and McLaren who completely transformed our strike force, resulting in SM leaving.

Striker's who perform as well as those two did is what we should be trying to achieve again rather than revisiting Murray.

I won’t be unhappy if he signs but only if he’s our second most exciting striker brought in.

[Heisenberg]

Your last paragraph. Last time we he was at Hibs we brought in Kamberi and McLaren who completely transformed our strike force, resulting in SM leaving.

Striker's who perform as well as those tow did is what we should be trying to achieve again rather than revisiting Murray.

I won’t be unhappy if he signs but only if he’s oursecond most exciting striker brought in.

I’m the same. As a free agent for a year or two it would’ve been absolutely fine for me, wouldn’t want us spending decent cash though.

[CapitalGreen]

Maybe he means he showed up for us in big games, winner against Hearts and a goal in a win at Ibrox

Yes, I’ll accept he scored in a couple of big games 7 years ago. In addition to those 2 matches, he only scored in 1 other match out of 13 against top 6 sides that season.

For me, describing someone as showing up would be doing so far more regularly.

[Hibernian Verse]

Did we not have Paton on the books as a youngster? Not sure why he would want to return to a club that released him in 2019 after being told he wasnt good enough? :confused:

That won’t make a difference to a professional footballer. David Gray presumably didn’t let him go, neither did any of the fans.

[BoomtownHibees]

In that case we have zero ambition and will probably end up getting relegated!

There’s still time to delete this before anyone else gets to see it

[CentreForward]

There’s still time to delete this before anyone else gets to see it

OK can now see that my post has produced quite a reaction although I think it has been interpreted wrongly! Am not suggesting that if we don’t sign him
we will be relegated but we should at least make the effort to go for him. Actually think from
some of the comments above that his ability is underestimated. As things stand, who would be more likely to score goals for us Vente or Murray? At the moment Murray by some distance although obviously hope that Vente can still come good. The loss of Maiolida leaves a huge hole in our goal scoring department and I think Murray can definitely fill at least some of that.

[easty]

OK can now see that my post has produced quite a reaction although I think it has been interpreted wrongly! Am not suggesting that if we don’t sign him
we will be relegated but we should at least make the effort to go for him. Actually think from
some of the comments above that his ability is underestimated. As things stand, who would be more likely to score goals for us Vente or Murray? At the moment Murray by some distance although obviously hope that Vente can still come good. The loss of Maiolida leaves a huge hole in our goal scoring department and I think Murray can definitely fill at least some of that.

I’ll be gutted if the player we replace Maolida with is Simon Murray.

You mentioned “zero ambition”, that level of replacement would signal far more of a lack of ambition for me.

[Hibernian Verse]

OK can now see that my post has produced quite a reaction although I think it has been interpreted wrongly! Am not suggesting that if we don’t sign him
we will be relegated but we should at least make the effort to go for him. Actually think from
some of the comments above that his ability is underestimated. As things stand, who would be more likely to score goals for us Vente or Murray? At the moment Murray by some distance although obviously hope that Vente can still come good. The loss of Maiolida leaves a huge hole in our goal scoring department and I think Murray can definitely fill at least some of that.

He wouldn’t score anywhere near as much for us as he does for County as teams defend against us completely differently.

[04Sauzee]

Will fish to Wigan perhaps, there are rumours flying amongst Wigan fans on socials anyway.

[CentreForward]

I’ll be gutted if the player we replace Maolida with is Simon Murray.

You mentioned “zero ambition”, that level of replacement would signal far more of a lack of ambition for me.


Am not suggesting that he would replace Maolida but he would certainly get some of his goals and maybe as many. His work rate is phenomenal and I think that would be a real help to us.

[CentreForward]

He wouldn’t score anywhere near as much for us as he does for County as teams defend against us completely differently.


Good point and perhaps.

[Paul1642]

Will fish to Wigan perhaps, there are rumours flying amongst Wigan fans on socials anyway.

Would be a good move for both parties IMO. I wanted him back but with the two CB signings we’ve made I’m hopeful we’ve found better, although fish still has the potential to turn out really good at only 21 years old.

[Unseen work]

He wouldn’t score anywhere near as much for us as he does for County as teams defend against us completely differently.

I’m not sure it would be too much different other than he’d get more chances for us

It’s like like he’s absolutely rapid and he scores loads of goals from teams having a high line and he just runs on to one on ones.

A lot of his goals are getting across the front of defenders (something Vente doesn’t do enough imo) or just very good finishes.

[CapitalGreen]

I’ve not been this excited about the prospect of signing a proven SPFL striker in their early 30s since we signed Paul Heffernan.

[GreenCastle]

Have I missed anything about Ewan Henderson?

Was he left out squad yesterday ?

[HendoDelivered]

Have I missed anything about Liam Henderson?

Was he left out squad yesterday ?

He’s been away a while now. Would take him back though :greengrin

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

Have I missed anything about Liam Henderson?

Was he left out squad yesterday ?

Rumoured to be staying in Belgium.

[Bridge hibs]

Rumoured to be staying in Belgium.

Thought he played in Italy 😁

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Thought he played in Italy 😁

I wonder if any Serie A fans could tell me, has Liam Henderson ever played against Lewis Ferguson whilst over in Italy?

[NGoloGrantie]

I wonder if any Serie A fans could tell me, has Liam Henderson ever played against Lewis Ferguson whilst over in Italy?

Unfortunately not. Came very close to it tho, Empoli Vs Bologna Sep 2022 Hendo came off the bench but Lewis Ferguson was an unused substitute


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[JohnM1875]

Dundee in for Murray as well right? Might end up choosing them over us if there’s a choice. Boyhood club and probably more likely to get game time there.

Away to Netherlands tomorrow so probably unlikely to see any signings while we’re away?

[Since90+2]

Am not suggesting that he would replace Maolida but he would certainly get some of his goals and maybe as many. His work rate is phenomenal and I think that would be a real help to us.

Agreed. Don't think anyone has suggested he would be the replacement for Maolida but I don't think he's a bad option to have in the squad.

As our main striker? No. As a guy to bring off the bench at times I don't think he's the worst option.

[NGoloGrantie]

Dundee in for Murray as well right? Might end up choosing them over us if there’s a choice. Boyhood club and probably more likely to get game time there.

Away to Netherlands tomorrow so probably unlikely to see any signings while we’re away?

Was hoping for a wee signing or two before we left for Netherlands. Have we ever signed someone whilst we have been abroad in pre season camp? No one springs to mind.


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[MagicSwirlingShip]

Unfortunately not. Came very close to it tho, Empoli Vs Bologna Sep 2022 Hendo came off the bench but Lewis Ferguson was an unused substitute


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Ta, Grantie! Maybe get lucky next season if they draw each other in one of the cups? Is Liam Henderson staying at Palermo in Serie B?

[JohnM1875]

Was hoping for a wee signing or two before we left for Netherlands. Have we ever signed someone whilst we have been abroad in pre season camp? No one springs to mind.


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Aye same, can’t think of anyone either.

I think the three signings we’ve made so far are good ones, but was hoping for one or two more before tomorrow too. Especially with how early we announced Marv on Friday.

[NGoloGrantie]

Ta, Grantie! Maybe get lucky next season if they draw each other in one of the cups? Is Liam Henderson staying at Palermo in Serie B?

No problem [emoji16] Liam goes back to Empoli now his loan at Palermo is done. Empoli just missed out on relegation this season and kept themselves up so they could have came up against eachother this season but think I read somewhere that he is away to Sampdoria which is a decent move for him. Shame he doesn’t fancy a cheeky loan move back here for a year [emoji23]


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[Hibiza]

Maybe could offer them a couple of fringe players in exchange

I'd go further Cod Boy throw in Newell and Jair .

[Callum_62]

Was hoping for a wee signing or two before we left for Netherlands. Have we ever signed someone whilst we have been abroad in pre season camp? No one springs to mind.


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[brydekirk]

Ryan Gauld I think

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Something tells me Omeonga may have signed during pre season in Portugal. Maybe wrong though.

[Tambo]

Alot of talk in the English premier League today, I think Anderson to forest is good for both parties, lad needs to be playing more games week in and out.

Chelsea agree 30 mil deal for Dewsbury-Hall and Gordon to Liverpool would be an interesting one, although talks have broke down reports Liverpool still interested.

A couple late comers to the Netherlands would be nice 👍

[hibee1875]

Alot of talk in the English premier League today, I think Anderson to forest is good for both parties, lad needs to be playing more games week in and out.

Chelsea agree 30 mil deal for Dewsbury-Hall and Gordon to Liverpool would be an interesting one, although talks have broke down reports Liverpool still interested.

A couple late comers to the Netherlands would be nice 👍

Couldn’t care less about Anderson now after his weird Scotland snub

[A Hi-Bee]

Couldn’t care less about Anderson now after his weird Scotland snub

Who is Anderson?
Who even cares?
:greengrin

[Alex Trager]

We signed McLaren when away in Jan.

[KeithWright9]

Rumoured to be staying in Belgium.

I assume they mean Ewan Henderson

[w pilton hibby]

From the EEN

EXCLUSIVE: Gordon's Hibs recruitment role addressed as Mackay makes manager vow

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871

[flash]

From the EEN

EXCLUSIVE: Gordon's Hibs recruitment role addressed as Mackay makes manager vow

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871

That should clear things up. Probably won't though.

[Smartie]

That should clear things up. Probably won't though.

I felt these were questions that needed answered.

The answers are perfectly acceptable and I think we can and should put this to bed now.

[flash]

I felt these were questions that needed answered.

The answers are perfectly acceptable and I think we can and should put this to bed now.

I agree 100%.

[we are hibs]

"it’s certainly not what is going to happen going forward, because we have a process that I will be leading."


Good. The "owner" of a football club should have absolutely nothing to do with identifying or scouting players.

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[Mikey_1875]

Been very impressed with everything that Mackay has said so far with us. Gives me the impression we are in safe hands with him.

[superfurryhibby]

"it’s certainly not what is going to happen going forward, because we have a process that I will be leading."


Good. The "owner" of a football club should have absolutely nothing to do with identifying or scouting players.

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The example given of Vente being a product of Ian Gordon's input, " Ian Gordon followed him for a year, a year and a half, knew him really, really well"........................... :greengrin. Probably not a great example to be citing Malky.

Anyway, it's a new set up and we are clearly being told changes have been made. That's good, now let's get on with the job and let the mistakes of the past be put aside as we go forward into a new season.

[Since452]

Been very impressed with everything that Mackay has said so far with us. Gives me the impression we are in safe hands with him.

That's my feeling too. Time will tell but seems a very astute appointment.

[04Sauzee]

Ross County sign Ricki Lamie

[flash]

Ross County sign Ricki Lamie

Think he is trying to beat Jim Hamilton's record for most clubs played for.

[GreenCastle]

Been very impressed with everything that Mackay has said so far with us. Gives me the impression we are in safe hands with him.

Yeah I like how he’s trying to address various elephant in the room rumours / situations and trying to get the focus back on the pitch and team.

Good to hear him come out and be nearly bullish with his point.

[The Tubs]

The example given of Vente being a product of Ian Gordon's input, " Ian Gordon followed him for a year, a year and a half, knew him really, really well"........................... :greengrin. Probably not a great example to be citing Malky.

Anyway, it's a new set up and we are clearly being told changes have been made. That's good, now let's get on with the job and let the mistakes of the past be put aside as we go forward into a new season.

That's the paper quoting McDermott.

[04Sauzee]

Think he is trying to beat Jim Hamilton's record for most clubs played for.

Reading on line that a few Dundee fans reckon the Lamie to Ross County may have something to do with Murray to Dundee. Dundee fans are also saying that County fans ( I know keep up) are saying Murray wasn't in training yesterday. Now I'm not sure if Murray was expected to be in training on a Sunday?

Football fans and their rumours eh 😁

[JimBHibees]

The example given of Vente being a product of Ian Gordon's input, " Ian Gordon followed him for a year, a year and a half, knew him really, really well"........................... :greengrin. Probably not a great example to be citing Malky.

Anyway, it's a new set up and we are clearly being told changes have been made. That's good, now let's get on with the job and let the mistakes of the past be put aside as we go forward into a new season.

I think that was a comment by Brian McDermott

[Brightside]

That should clear things up. Probably won't though.

Did he not just say what everyone else has said before him.....but the problem is many on here clearly don't believe that.

[flash]

Did he not just say what everyone else has said before him.....but the problem is many on here clearly don't believe that.

He did and I believed it already.

[Brightside]

"it’s certainly not what is going to happen going forward, because we have a process that I will be leading."


Good. The "owner" of a football club should have absolutely nothing to do with identifying or scouting players.

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Why not? Same as any of us identifying a player and passing it on to the club. As long as we go through due diligence all is good.

[J-C]

Reading on line that a few Dundee fans reckon the Lamie to Ross County may have something to do with Murray to Dundee. Dundee fans are also saying that County fans ( I know keep up) are saying Murray wasn't in training yesterday. Now I'm not sure if Murray was expected to be in training on a Sunday?

Football fans and their rumours eh 😁

I'm sure I read Murray wanted to stay up north for family reasons.

[Springbank]

I'm sure I read Murray wanted to stay up north for family reasons.

By the time you've come down the A9 from Dingwall to Perth, the extra travel distance from Dundee or Edinburgh is pretty small (and Edinburgh beats Dundee on most measurements)

[JimBHibees]

By the time you've come down the A9 from Dingwall to Perth, the extra travel distance from Dundee or Edinburgh is pretty small (and Edinburgh beats Dundee on most measurements)

Getting round the bypass twice a day shouldn’t be sniffed at

[Pedantic_Hibee]

From the EEN

EXCLUSIVE: Gordon's Hibs recruitment role addressed as Mackay makes manager vow

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871

I felt as if Mackay was speaking directly to me there. Scared to leave the house in case he’s in my back garden wanting a pagger. I believe him and will duly stand down on my Ian Gordon rants.

I mentioned last week on here that we needed to get the spine of the team right with a few leaders and sprinkle a Maolida or two on top. A few days later SDG comes out and utters that same sentence pretty much word for word (he even used the word sprinkle).

This now makes me think the club are directly listening to me and addressing the important topics.

I’m now seeking clarification on Vente’s role in the upcoming season, SDG/MM. Thanks in advance for your response.

[McD]

I felt as if Mackay was speaking directly to me there. Scared to leave the house in case he’s in my back garden wanting a pagger. I believe him and will duly stand down on my Ian Gordon rants.

I mentioned last week on here that we needed to get the spine of the team right with a few leaders and sprinkle a Maolida or two on top. A few days later SDG comes out and utters that same sentence pretty much word for word (he even used the word sprinkle).

This now makes me think the club are directly listening to me and addressing the important topics.

I’m now seeking clarification on Vente’s role in the upcoming season, SDG/MM. Thanks in advance for your response.



Doing a grand job mate, can you channel a couple of mind blowing gallus signings to really get everyone buzzing, and who will take the league by storm please? :greengrin:pray:

[Donegal Hibby]

Anyone remember a guy that was at Celtic called Patryk klimala ? . Apparently looking for a club from what I read .

[04Sauzee]

Anyone remember a guy that was at Celtic called Patryk klimala ? . Apparently looking for a club from what I read .

Hopefully he finds a club.

[04Sauzee]

Oscar MacIntyre away out on loan. QOTS season long loan deal.

[Brightside]

Oscar MacIntyre away out on loan. QOTS season long loan deal.

Good - all these boys need to be playing mens football every week. Not sure if anyone of them will be in out squad this season. I really liked Mcallister in the game v City but he probably needs more game time also. Not sure how we didn't get that much at Kelty as he looked excellent on Sat,

[Unseen work]

Oscar MacIntyre away out on loan. QOTS season long loan deal.

Caddens brother Nicky is now out of contract and a left wing back type of player….

Wonder if we’d look at him to compete with Obita

I said a couple of months ago I heard we were interested in Gent so interesting if anything comes from that now we’ve changed coach. Others have said Gray likes Beck - not like that counts for much though

[04Sauzee]

Caddens brother Nicky is now out of contract and a left wing back type of player….

Wonder if we’d look at him to compete with Obita

I said a couple of months ago I heard we were interested in Gent so interesting if anything comes from that now we’ve changed coach. Others have said Gray likes Beck - not like that counts for much though

Thought Cadden looked good at FGR but not so good at Barnsley, I don't think the Barnsley fans rated him highly.

[Aldo]

Caddens brother Nicky is now out of contract and a left wing back type of player….

Wonder if we’d look at him to compete with Obita

I said a couple of months ago I heard we were interested in Gent so interesting if anything comes from that now we’ve changed coach. Others have said Gray likes Beck - not like that counts for much though

If we sign a LB I wonder if Gray fancies Obita as a LCH??

[JimBHibees]

If we sign a LB I wonder if Gray fancies Obita as a LCH??

Word for word what I was just thinking especially if thinking of three centre backs. Like the guy Gent from Motherwell last season though he did have a really poor game in the victory at ER we had mostly had looked very good imo.

[Brightside]

If we sign a LB I wonder if Gray fancies Obita as a LCH??

There was nothing to suggest a back 3 on Saturday....but clearly only a bounce game.

[Aldo]

Word for word what I was just thinking especially if thinking of three centre backs. Like the guy Gent from Motherwell last season though he did have a really poor game in the victory at ER we had mostly had looked very good imo.

It’s about options I suppose and the ability to change it up.


There was nothing to suggest a back 3 on Saturday....but clearly only a bounce game.

Yeah and maybe down to personnel??

[ChuckNor]

I cant remember if it was this thread or another one but I got some people insinuating that I was lying about my knowledge that Ian Gordon was still involved with recruitment. As this article shows, he is still very much in the picture. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871

Find the quote about next summer and 15 players being out of contract then quite unwise from the typically media-savvy Malky.

[1875godsgift]

I cant remember if it was this thread or another one but I got some people insinuating that I was lying about my knowledge that Ian Gordon was still involved with recruitment. As this article shows, he is still very much in the picture. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871

Find the quote about next summer and 15 players being out of contract then quite unwise from the typically media-savvy Malky.

Why? They've got a whole season to play well enough to earn a new contract.

[Tyler Durden]

I cant remember if it was this thread or another one but I got some people insinuating that I was lying about my knowledge that Ian Gordon was still involved with recruitment. As this article shows, he is still very much in the picture. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871


Is there something there that you think merits any concern?

I certainly don't see any problem with what Mackay has outlined.

[Lago]

I cant remember if it was this thread or another one but I got some people insinuating that I was lying about my knowledge that Ian Gordon was still involved with recruitment. As this article shows, he is still very much in the picture. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871

Find the quote about next summer and 15 players being out of contract then quite unwise from the typically media-savvy Malky.
It was a good article about Hibs and MacKay, can't see a single to disagree with, not sure what your point is re out of contract players.

[Unseen work]

Here’s the full list for the training camp in the Netherlands:

Goalkeepers

Max Boruc

Josef Bursik

Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Rocky Bushiri

Chris Cadden

Riley Harbottle

Marvin Ekpiteta

Kanayo Megwa

Lewis Miller

Jordan Obita

Warren O’Hora

Rory Whittaker

Midfielders

Luke Amos

Josh Campbell

Nohan Kenneh

Dylan Levitt

Rudi Molotnikov

Nathan Moriah-Welsh

Joe Newell

Forwards

Martin Boyle

Harry McKirdy

Jair Tavares

Dylan Vente

Elie Youan


JDH and Delferriere got an illness.

Henderson must be leaving imminently.

Reuben must have another loan lined up, hopefully championship level - Airdrie as normal?

Delighted Youan is there.

[Col2]

So based on that squad what do we think - Question marks around:-
McKirdy, Levitt, Jair, Kennah, Wollacot (making impact) and JDH (injuries) and Youan (departure)

What do we still need?
- left back cover
- left winger
- creative / attacking midfielder (McCowan?)
- Striker (Murray?)

[Brooster]

Here’s the full list for the training camp in the Netherlands:

Goalkeepers

Max Boruc

Josef Bursik

Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Rocky Bushiri

Chris Cadden

Riley Harbottle

Marvin Ekpiteta

Kanayo Megwa

Lewis Miller

Jordan Obita

Warren O’Hora

Rory Whittaker

Midfielders

Luke Amos

Josh Campbell

Nohan Kenneh

Dylan Levitt

Rudi Molotnikov

Nathan Moriah-Welsh

Joe Newell

Forwards

Martin Boyle

Harry McKirdy

Jair Tavares

Dylan Vente

Elie Youan


JDH and Delferriere got an illness.

Henderson must be leaving imminently.

Reuben must have another loan lined up, hopefully championship level - Airdrie as normal?

Delighted Youan is there.

I had it on good authority that Josh Landers was also going.

[badabing67]

s any of the games in the Netherlands on Hibs TV

[easty]

Here’s the full list for the training camp in the Netherlands:

Goalkeepers

Max Boruc

Josef Bursik

Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Rocky Bushiri

Chris Cadden

Riley Harbottle

Marvin Ekpiteta

Kanayo Megwa

Lewis Miller

Jordan Obita

Warren O’Hora

Rory Whittaker

Midfielders

Luke Amos

Josh Campbell

Nohan Kenneh

Dylan Levitt

Rudi Molotnikov

Nathan Moriah-Welsh

Joe Newell

Forwards

Martin Boyle

Harry McKirdy

Jair Tavares

Dylan Vente

Elie Youan


JDH and Delferriere got an illness.

Henderson must be leaving imminently.

Reuben must have another loan lined up, hopefully championship level - Airdrie as normal?

Delighted Youan is there.

We really need a new midfielder or 2. Unless big things are expected of Rudi?

[K-Zazu]

s any of the games in the Netherlands on Hibs TV

Don’t think so.

[Unseen work]

I had it on good authority that Josh Landers was also going.

As part of the training camp or out on loan?

[Unseen work]

s any of the games in the Netherlands on Hibs TV

Last couple of years they’ve been live streamed on you tube

[Hamish]

Probably a pile of manure as the school holidays have started but Dwight Gayle mentioned on X by a couple of people

[Scotty Leither]

I cant remember if it was this thread or another one but I got some people insinuating that I was lying about my knowledge that Ian Gordon was still involved with recruitment. As this article shows, he is still very much in the picture. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/exclusive-gordons-hibs-recruitment-role-addressed-as-mackay-makes-manager-vow-4683871

Find the quote about next summer and 15 players being out of contract then quite unwise from the typically media-savvy Malky.

i think that comment is to prime us for another “transition” season as we’ll find it difficult to offload half of the sub standard guff that were signed that shouldn’t have been near a Hibs’ strip in the first place.

[04Sauzee]

Probably a pile of manure as the school holidays have started but Dwight Gayle mentioned on X by a couple of people

Can't find mention of him on twitter, 34 years of age now, not sure what he's done since leaving Newcastle, had a great season on loan at WBA if I remember correctly.

[Hamish]

Can't find mention of him on twitter, 34 years of age now, not sure what he's done since leaving Newcastle, had a great season on loan at WBA if I remember correctly.

Released by Derby last month. Seemed to do ok there.

As I say couple of random tweets but would think it's nonsense. Championship clubs would be interested I think.

[04Sauzee]

Released by Derby last month. Seemed to do ok there.

As I say couple of random tweets but would think it's nonsense. Championship clubs would be interested I think.

Not sure how many minute's he has played, looks like he scored 3 in 6 for Derby last season , overall last season it was 3 in 19 for Derby and Stoke
Last 5 seasons he's played 107 games for Stoke, derby and Newcastle scoring 11 goals. He will be 35 in October

[Paul1642]

Released by Derby last month. Seemed to do ok there.

As I say couple of random tweets but would think it's nonsense. Championship clubs would be interested I think.

With Hanlon, ALF and Stevenson’s departures seemingly being part of an effort to lower the average age, I just don’t us being after a 34 year old. Our one season gap filler signings will be younger Loan players rather than older ones I would think.

[Brooster]

As part of the training camp or out on loan?

As part of the training camp.

[Up-the-slope]

Reuben McAllister not in that list (where was list lifted from?) disappointing as he has on the occasions I have seen him been technically above the majority of our midfield. Surely he should be part of things - or maybe that signals hes out on loan? But how will we get talented players involved if they are not around first team squad. I do realise that some will say young / not fully 'filled out' / lacks experience, but I think supporters are a bit more forgiving of youngsters as they try to gain more of these things by actually being involved (like young Whittaker - not the finished article but obviously talented. In for a couple of games but taken out / protected from his mistakes when it was needed)



Here’s the full list for the training camp in the Netherlands:

Goalkeepers

Max Boruc

Josef Bursik

Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Rocky Bushiri

Chris Cadden

Riley Harbottle

Marvin Ekpiteta

Kanayo Megwa

Lewis Miller

Jordan Obita

Warren O’Hora

Rory Whittaker

Midfielders

Luke Amos

Josh Campbell

Nohan Kenneh

Dylan Levitt

Rudi Molotnikov

Nathan Moriah-Welsh

Joe Newell

Forwards

Martin Boyle

Harry McKirdy

Jair Tavares

Dylan Vente

Elie Youan


JDH and Delferriere got an illness.

Henderson must be leaving imminently.

Reuben must have another loan lined up, hopefully championship level - Airdrie as normal?

Delighted Youan is there.

[Unseen work]

Reuben McAllister not in that list (where was list lifted from?) disappointing as he has on the occasions I have seen him been technically above the majority of our midfield. Surely he should be part of things - or maybe that signals hes out on loan? But how will we get talented players involved if they are not around first team squad. I do realise that some will say young / not fully 'filled out' / lacks experience, but I think supporters are a bit more forgiving of youngsters as they try to gain more of these things by actually being involved (like young Whittaker - not the finished article but obviously talented. In for a couple of games but taken out / protected from his mistakes when it was needed)

From the official site mate

[Up-the-slope]

From the official site mate
:aok:

I'm disappointed then.

[Chorley Hibee]

Here’s the full list for the training camp in the Netherlands:

Goalkeepers

Max Boruc

Josef Bursik

Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Rocky Bushiri

Chris Cadden

Riley Harbottle

Marvin Ekpiteta

Kanayo Megwa

Lewis Miller

Jordan Obita

Warren O’Hora

Rory Whittaker

Midfielders

Luke Amos

Josh Campbell

Nohan Kenneh

Dylan Levitt

Rudi Molotnikov

Nathan Moriah-Welsh

Joe Newell

Forwards

Martin Boyle

Harry McKirdy

Jair Tavares

Dylan Vente

Elie Youan


JDH and Delferriere got an illness.

Henderson must be leaving imminently.

Reuben must have another loan lined up, hopefully championship level - Airdrie as normal?

Delighted Youan is there.

That squad is still grim to look at.

We're in for a very long season if there isn't considerable quality added before the start of the season.

[J-C]

So based on that squad what do we think - Question marks around:-
McKirdy, Levitt, Jair, Kennah, Wollacot (making impact) and JDH (injuries) and Youan (departure)

What do we still need?
- left back cover
- left winger
- creative / attacking midfielder (McCowan?)
- Striker (Murray?)

Ruari Paton has also been mentioned, left Hibs and dropped down the leagues, been banging them in at QOTS 47 in 106 games.

[bingo70]

Ruari Paton has also been mentioned, left Hibs and dropped down the leagues, been banging them in at QOTS 47 in 106 games.

Somebody posted a comparison with Paton just now and Nisbet when we signed him and their careers are remarkably similar.

I like the idea of the Murray signing but I think I’d be more excited by signing Paton, having never seen the lad play this could be miles off but it feels a bit like Paton would be like signing a young Murray.

[truehibernian]

As part of the training camp.

Landers looks like he’s being fast tracked wouldn’t you say ? Prolific last season and has the physicality required even this early.

[JohnM1875]

Oil Shaw signs for Hamilton Accies, three year deal

[Billy Whizz]

Oil Shaw signs for Hamilton Accies, three year deal

Good for Oli, just needs to play football every week, and he’ll score goals

[Pretty Boy]

Somebody posted a comparison with Paton just now and Nisbet when we signed him and their careers are remarkably similar.

I like the idea of the Murray signing but I think I’d be more excited by signing Paton, having never seen the lad play this could be miles off but it feels a bit like Paton would be like signing a young Murray.

I'd be greedy and say I would take both.

We only really have Vente as an out and out striker at the moment so another couple wouldn't be overkill imo.

[Mrimbetween]

Maybe me but i think Mckirdy has something Last chance saloon and who knows he may well take it

[badabing67]

Last couple of years they’ve been live streamed on you tube

Here's hoping then

[HibeeJude]

Anyone know who the player is in the final shot of the training video Hibs posted on twitter? Don’t think it’s Ekpiteta

[Col2]

Maybe me but i think Mckirdy has something Last chance saloon and who knows he may well take it

I think SDG will give it to mid August on players like McKirdy and Jair as I think both are on last chance saloon. I think deep down the outcome will be as expected and we will be looking to loan out or offload.

[Greenio]

I think SDG will give it to mid August on players like McKirdy and Jair as I think both are on last chance saloon. I think deep down the outcome will be as expected and we will be looking to loan out or offload.

McKirdy maybe with the health issues, but Jair, is way past last chance saloon imo. Out of all the things that need to change with the team, recognising that there is a need to move him on, is the clearest. Just has not done nearly enough on the football field to argue otherwise

[Forza Fred]

McKirdy maybe with the health issues, but Jair, is way past last chance saloon imo. Out of all the things that need to change with the team, recognising that there is a need to move him on, is the clearest. Just has not done nearly enough on the football field to argue otherwise

I’ve got no doubt Hibs ARE trying to move Jair on, but either nobody wants him or he plain refuses to go out on loan, and is content sitting on his contract until it runs out.

We have at least imho 6 players (from the squad list published on the official website a few days ago)who we know are not just good enough for our first team squad, and continuing to ‘give them chances’ only drags us down over the longer time.

That’s a lot of not fit for purpose squad members for a new manager coming in to be saddled with.

[EdinMike]

Is anyone else a wee bit worried if heaven forbid Obita gets injured…

[Hibby Kay-Yay]

Is anyone else a wee bit worried if heaven forbid Obita gets injured…

With Oscar away on loan, it looks a certainty that we have another LB already secured.

[Cocaine&Caviar]

Is anyone else a wee bit worried if heaven forbid Obita gets injured…

Have a word. Its the 2nd of July.

[Bayern Bru]

Anyone know who the player is in the final shot of the training video Hibs posted on twitter? Don’t think it’s Ekpiteta

Wollacott


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[EdinMike]

Have a word. Its the 2nd of July.

I was only asking… I’ll try refrain from now.

[HendoDelivered]

Is anyone else a wee bit worried if heaven forbid Obita gets injured…

Apparently trying to sign another left back. Think one of the itk guys posted yesterday after OM loan was confirmed to QOTS

[.Sean.]

I think SDG will give it to mid August on players like McKirdy and Jair as I think both are on last chance saloon. I think deep down the outcome will be as expected and we will be looking to loan out or offload.
Last season was basically a write off for McKirdy with his heart condition, I’d keep him around as an option and give him an opportunity or two

Jair on the other hand should be emptied as he’s absolute dross but he’s meant to be on crazy wages and who in their right mind will pay him what he gets here

[GreenCastle]

Watched Paton quite a bit for the Hibs development team quite a few years ago and always looked a good finisher.

Oli Shaw also looked decent but never fully kicked on.

Myziane showed the level needed to score in this league regularly - we haven’t replaced that yet and we need to add another striker who is consistently going to score.

Central Midfield still also an issue for me centrally - just don’t think it’s good enough.

[Hibernian Verse]

Watched Paton quite a bit for the Hibs development team quite a few years ago and always looked a good finisher.

Oli Shaw also looked decent but never fully kicked on.

Myziane showed the level needed to score in this league regularly - we haven’t replaced that yet and we need to add another striker who is consistently going to score.

Central Midfield still also an issue for me centrally - just don’t think it’s good enough.

I see Shaw just signed for Hamilton, thought he'd go on to better things.

[J-C]

I see Shaw just signed for Hamilton, thought he'd go on to better things.

Was he not one of the best young players in Europe according to Leeann Dempster.

[Hibiza]

McKirdy maybe with the health issues, but Jair, is way past last chance saloon imo. Out of all the things that need to change with the team, recognising that there is a need to move him on, is the clearest. Just has not done nearly enough on the football field to argue otherwise

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[Since452]

I see Shaw just signed for Hamilton, thought he'd go on to better things.

Another one we were correct to let go. The club often get critisised for letting certain home grown players leave but they are pretty much always the right call. It's one of the things we do get right.

[hibee-boys]

Another one we were correct to let go. The club often get critisised for letting certain home grown players leave but they are pretty much always the right call. It's one of the things we do get right.

Agreed, the stick the club get sometimes on social media when we let the next ‘big thing’ move on is laughable. Especially when said promising youngster has been snapped by a lower league team. Can’t recall any of these youths who have come back to haunt us.

[McGruber]

Another one we were correct to let go. The club often get critisised for letting certain home grown players leave but they are pretty much always the right call. It's one of the things we do get right.

Yeah, there's always exceptions but in the main we get them right.

[Springbank]

Here's the glass half full take on how to spend £3m to leap a level or two, with 4-2-3-1 formation

Goalkeepers

Josef Bursik // Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Chris Cadden // Miller // Megwa

Marvin Ekpiteta // Rocky

Warren o'Hora // TBC (assume Harbottle will be away)

Jordan Obita // TBC


Midfielders

Nathan Moriah Welsh // Luke Amos // Josh Campbell

Joe Newell // Moltnikov (assume will be Kenneh, JDH, Henderson away)


Attackers

Martin Boyle / Harry McKirdy / Jair Tavares (though would not be surprised if EPL League 2 clubs come calling for McKirdy)

Lennon Miller or Luke McCowan / Dylan Levitt

Elie Youan / assuming Elie is sold, replace with Maolida-type of loan


Striker

Dylan Vente / Simon Murray

[CapitalGreen]

Here's the glass half full take on how to spend £3m to leap a level or two, with 4-2-3-1 formation

Goalkeepers

Josef Bursik // Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Chris Cadden // Miller // Megwa

Marvin Ekpiteta // Rocky

Warren o'Hora // TBC (assume Harbottle will be away)

Jordan Obita // TBC


Midfielders

Nathan Moriah Welsh // Luke Amos // Josh Campbell

Joe Newell // Moltnikov (assume will be Kenneh, JDH, Henderson away)


Attackers

Martin Boyle / Harry McKirdy / Jair Tavares (though would not be surprised if EPL League 2 clubs come calling for McKirdy)

Lennon Miller or Luke McCowan / Dylan Levitt

Elie Youan / assuming Elie is sold, replace with Maolida-type of loan


Striker

Dylan Vente / Simon Murray

If we did spend £3m and that was still our starting midfield then something has gone truly wrong.

[Unseen work]

Here's the glass half full take on how to spend £3m to leap a level or two, with 4-2-3-1 formation

Goalkeepers

Josef Bursik // Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Chris Cadden // Miller // Megwa

Marvin Ekpiteta // Rocky

Warren o'Hora // TBC (assume Harbottle will be away)

Jordan Obita // TBC


Midfielders

Nathan Moriah Welsh // Luke Amos // Josh Campbell

Joe Newell // Moltnikov (assume will be Kenneh, JDH, Henderson away)


Attackers

Martin Boyle / Harry McKirdy / Jair Tavares (though would not be surprised if EPL League 2 clubs come calling for McKirdy)

Lennon Miller or Luke McCowan / Dylan Levitt

Elie Youan / assuming Elie is sold, replace with Maolida-type of loan


Striker

Dylan Vente / Simon Murray

Unless Bournemouth sign miller and send him to us then we have absolutely no chance of signing him.

[Del Boy]

Unless Bournemouth sign miller and send him to us then we have absolutely no chance of signing him.

Correct. He’ll be going for big money to old firm or English premier

[Hibiza]

Malky defends Ian Gordon as only right he has to oversee the running of the club as he's a representative of the owners , think it was in transfers. Please don't Malky . Remember Chris Mueller and other flops

[McGruber]

Here's the glass half full take on how to spend £3m to leap a level or two, with 4-2-3-1 formation

Goalkeepers

Josef Bursik // Jojo Wollacott

Defenders

Chris Cadden // Miller // Megwa

Marvin Ekpiteta // Rocky

Warren o'Hora // TBC (assume Harbottle will be away)

Jordan Obita // TBC


Midfielders

Nathan Moriah Welsh // Luke Amos // Josh Campbell

Joe Newell // Moltnikov (assume will be Kenneh, JDH, Henderson away)


Attackers

Martin Boyle / Harry McKirdy / Jair Tavares (though would not be surprised if EPL League 2 clubs come calling for McKirdy)

Lennon Miller or Luke McCowan / Dylan Levitt

Elie Youan / assuming Elie is sold, replace with Maolida-type of loan


Striker

Dylan Vente / Simon Murray

That seems to be spending £3 million on 3 players -
a 32 year old Simon Murray from Ross County, a player on loan and one of Miller or McCowan. £3 mill doesn't really travel that far these days!

[Donegal Hibby]

Who's the guy behind Vente here .
https://x.com/HibernianFC/status/1808088024883790068?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcam p%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

[muzzando]

Who's the guy behind Vente here .
https://x.com/HibernianFC/status/1808088024883790068?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcam p%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

Harbottle

[PHeffernan]

Who's the guy behind Vente here .
https://x.com/HibernianFC/status/1808088024883790068?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcam p%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

Harbottle?

[Hibby70]

Who's the guy behind Vente here .
https://x.com/HibernianFC/status/1808088024883790068?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcam p%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

Harbottle isn't it?

[Donegal Hibby]

Harbottle isn't it?

I forgot about him tbh , looks different to his picture I seen though think your right .

[Willis1875]

https://x.com/adamleventhal/status/1808157254991954161?s=46&t=0nRkzv4cRHTmCrZKGvswkg
Henderson on the move

[we are hibs]

We've done well to get a fee for him.

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[Hibernian Verse]

We've done well to get a fee for him.

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No, he's done well to demand a fee.

[04Sauzee]

We've done well to get a fee for him.

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Felt confident of getting a fee and I'm not surprised it's a Belgian team as by all accounts he done well on loan over there, even if it was the 2nd tier

[Wilson]

https://x.com/adamleventhal/status/1808157254991954161?s=46&t=0nRkzv4cRHTmCrZKGvswkg
Henderson on the move

Good luck to him. Nice move. Hope he does well.

[04Sauzee]

From Scott Burns

Ross County have made a bid for striker Ronan Hale but haven’t gone high enough, yet, to trigger his Cliftonville release clause

[04Sauzee]

Nathan Wood could be on his way to Southampton, permanent deal.

[GloryGlory]

Good luck to him. Nice move. Hope he does well.

£150k - wee bit more added to the kitty!