Summer transfer thread 2024/25

[Nicho87]

You think these four are first team starters, everyone being fit. I dont think they are.

Vente is
Levitt and Amos will be looking to be

Molotnikov with Youan being injured is the most likely starter

Are you happy with the current squad and options of the bench?

[Gordy M]

Vente isLevitt and Amos will be looking to beMolotnikov with Youan being injured is the most likely starterAre you happy with the current squad and options of the bench?No but my point is that i dont think we are 4/5 players off in regards the first team. Amos and Levitt wont be first choice, i think it will be Newell and NMW or Campbell, Boyle one side, we need another mid, and then 2 from Youhan Vente and another striker up top. Molotnikov, amos and Levitt will be subs imo. Again all being fit

[blackpoolhibs]

To go straight into the team? Who would drop? Interested you wouldnt play one of our new CHs.I'd get rid of Harbottle, he's crap. We need cover at the back and i really dont want to have to depend on Rocky.A right back better than Miller, two midfielders to play instead of any of them, we are not very good in that department.And up front better quality than we currently have, we are not very good up front.I'd also like a left back too, we are very short in that position.

[Tyler Durden]

A Scott Allan type needs to be the priority and a wide left player if Youan is away.

We’re well covered IMO for the 2 deeper CMs but we desperately need someone to replace Marcondes.

[Gordy M]

I'd get rid of Harbottle, he's crap. We need cover at the back and i really dont want to have to depend on Rocky.A right back better than Miller, two midfielders to play instead of any of them, we are not very good in that department.And up front better quality than we currently have, we are not very good up front.I'd also like a left back too, we are very short in that position.Yeh i agree with most of what you say, but Harbottle and Rocky wont be be starters. Neither will any new left back, agree we need new CF, and i think one midfielder to go into first team. Obv we need cover as well, but thats will come. I just hope they get couple in the next week and a half. Think we will.

[blackpoolhibs]

Yeh i agree with most of what you say, but Harbottle and Rocky wont be be starters. Neither will any new left back, agree we need new CF, and i think one midfielder to go into first team. Obv we need cover as well, but thats will come. I just hope they get couple in the next week and a half. Think we will.I know we wont get all what i'd like, and 3 or 4 starters would obviously make us better, i'm just fed up watching some of these players who will never improve us.

[B.H.F.C]

A Scott Allan type needs to be the priority and a wide left player if Youan is away.

We’re well covered IMO for the 2 deeper CMs but we desperately need someone to replace Marcondes.

Saw it mentioned elsewhere and saw him myself at full time. He was sitting with his leg in a brace behind the dugout.

[The Tubs]

A Scott Allan type needs to be the priority and a wide left player if Youan is away. We’re well covered IMO for the 2 deeper CMs but we desperately need someone to replace Marcondes. Emiliano was gash. I'd imagine he only showed up in the derby because he thought that was a game with the stature of his skill. We definitely need a striker and I'd play McKirdy until we can get another. I can't see us touching the midfield until we flog players.

[The Modfather]

No but my point is that i dont think we are 4/5 players off in regards the first team. Amos and Levitt wont be first choice, i think it will be Newell and NMW or Campbell, Boyle one side, we need another mid, and then 2 from Youhan Vente and another striker up top. Molotnikov, amos and Levitt will be subs imo. Again all being fit

We will be paying Amos & Levitt first team wages though. That’s 6 first team wages (7 if you count what Kenneh is rumoured to be on) with Newell, NMW, JDH & Campbell, and we would still be as well drawing names out the hat to pick a balanced 3.

Then it looks like Gray is falling into the trap of building the midfield out of Campbell & Newell, history doesn’t bode well on that.

[Tyler Durden]

Saw it mentioned elsewhere and saw him myself at full time. He was sitting with his leg in a brace behind the dugout.

Hopefully we’ll hear more from Gray on that tonight then

It’s obviously not good but in a funny way it might bring his situation to a conclusion. We needed to either sell him asap or get him fit. If he’s injured for more than a month then you’d assume he’s here til January at least and will need to knuckle down.

Trying to find a positive there 🤷🏼*♂️

[Tyler Durden]

Emiliano was gash. I'd imagine he only showed up in the derby because he thought that was a game with the stature of his skill. We definitely need a striker and I'd play McKirdy until we can get another. I can't see us touching the midfield until we flog players.

I agree re Emiliano. We still need a player with a similar profile to play that 10 role. We have nobody as it stands

[Heisenberg]

We will be paying Amos & Levitt first team wages though. That’s 6 first team wages (7 if you count what Kenneh is rumoured to be on) with Newell, NMW, JDH & Campbell, and we would still be as well drawing names out the hat to pick a balanced 3.

Then it looks like Gray is falling into the trap of building the midfield out of Campbell & Newell, history doesn’t bode well on that.

It’s a crazy amount of the budget tied up on a lot of players that just haven’t delivered. I’d want two new midfielders probably but it’s just not possible I don’t think.

[The Tubs]

We will be paying Amos & Levitt first team wages though. That’s 6 first team wages (7 if you count what Kenneh is rumoured to be on) with Newell, NMW, JDH & Campbell, and we would still be as well drawing names out the hat to pick a balanced 3. Then it looks like Gray is falling into the trap of building the midfield out of Campbell & Newell, history doesn’t bode well on that. As Davie's trying to play a game that's a lot more vertical than the last gadgie, I'd suppose it'll suit Campbell much more. His game doesn't seem to be receiving the ball with his back to goal on the halfway line or getting a square pass played along it.

[BlackSheep]

He doesn't half talk some rubbish.

Wow!! Lovell makes the most sense of any of our commentary team…..! His insights would be valuable to the coaching team, I often wonder why he hasn’t been offered some sort of role.

[Gordy M]

I know we wont get all what i'd like, and 3 or 4 starters would obviously make us better, i'm just fed up watching some of these players who will never improve us.No i agree to an extent i just think a team of Bursik, Miller, Expieta, O hora, Obita, Newell, NMw, Boyle, Campbell, Youhan and Vente is good enough to compete in SPL. Add in a new CM and new Striker, i dont think we would be miles away from being decent.

[jakeshibs]

We absolutely need bodies in for the weekend.Not one signing, multiple.They need time to settle and hopefully minutes in the legs for next weekend.That squad tonight is so so poor.Appreciate it’s missing guys like BursikCaddenKennehJDHYouan But we, along with every other club will get injuries throughout the season. We need to have a squad good enough to cope with itI don't think JDH is someone we miss as he is always missing

[McD]

I know we wont get all what i'd like, and 3 or 4 starters would obviously make us better, i'm just fed up watching some of these players who will never improve us.

Agree with you, a good number of starters and several squad players have had ample opportunities, time to move on

[IberianHibernian]

No i agree to an extent i just think a team of Bursik, Miller, Expieta, O hora, Obita, Newell, NMw, Boyle, Campbell, Youhan and Vente is good enough to compete in SPL. Add in a new CM and new Striker, i dont think we would be miles away from being decent.People keep talking about last season as though it was some kind of disaster but we were seconds from top 6 and probable 5th for Europe . Team you mention would certainly be top 5 though obviously we need more than 11 decent players . Top 4 we would need to improve in quality and squad size .

[McD]

I don't think JDH is someone we miss as he is always missing


Can’t be arsed checking but his on pitch minutes in the last 2 years probably wouldn’t make triple digits.


It’s not his fault he’s been injured but it isn’t half a lot of money burned

[04Sauzee]

Dundee sold Max Anderson today, I can't imagine they would be in a rush to sell McCowan

Anderson moves to Crawley Town.
Dundee Football Club can announce that Max Anderson has left the club to join English League One side Crawley Town on a permanent transfer for an undisclosed fee.
Max came through the club’s youth academy and made his first team debut in September 2019 coming on as a second-half substitute against Elgin City in the Tunnocks Caramel Wafer Cup. Max’s performances and progression at the club were recognised in recent years with him winning the Isobel Sneddon Young Player of the Year award for 2020/21 and then again in 2021/22.
Max was part of the Dundee side that won the Scottish Championship in 22/23. During his time at Dundee Max played 94 times competitively scoring eight goals.
Everyone at Dundee Football Club would like to thank Max for all that he has given to the club and we wish him all the very best for his venture at Crawley Town.

[PHeffernan]

Dundee sold Max Anderson today, I can't imagine they would be in a rush to sell McCowan Anderson moves to Crawley Town. Dundee Football Club can announce that Max Anderson has left the club to join English League One side Crawley Town on a permanent transfer for an undisclosed fee. Max came through the club’s youth academy and made his first team debut in September 2019 coming on as a second-half substitute against Elgin City in the Tunnocks Caramel Wafer Cup. Max’s performances and progression at the club were recognised in recent years with him winning the Isobel Sneddon Young Player of the Year award for 2020/21 and then again in 2021/22. Max was part of the Dundee side that won the Scottish Championship in 22/23. During his time at Dundee Max played 94 times competitively scoring eight goals. Everyone at Dundee Football Club would like to thank Max for all that he has given to the club and we wish him all the very best for his venture at Crawley Town. Anderson was sent out on loan to Inverness last season so not part of the Dundee 1st team squad last season. Therefore, I doubt his sale will have much influence on the McCowan situation. Dundee obviously won't want to lose him but he has only 10 months left on his contract and if he won't sign a new contract they need to sell him or lose him for for nothing at the end of the season.

[EGL2000]

Diaby joins al ittihad for 60mil, seems the teams from Saudi Arabia aren't slowing down anytime soon!

[Brummie_Hibs]

Diaby joins al ittihad for 60mil, seems the teams from Saudi Arabia aren't slowing down anytime soon!
Only after they get the World Cup

[Callum_62]

Cantwell leaving rangers

Looks like Goldson out too

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[K-Zazu]

Really disappointed with our lack of signings, thought it was going to be a really exciting transfer window, obviously things can still change but it’s been pretty disappointing.

[Hibs90]

Gray saying we’re only a couple of additions away.

I can only hope he’s talking ***** as we are miles away at this point

[Rumble de Thump]

Gray saying we’re only a couple of additions away.

I can only hope he’s talking ***** as we are miles away at this point

We'll be signing two strikers. And there will obviously be others players coming in and players going out.

[TrinityHFC]

Gray saying we’re only a couple of additions away.

I can only hope he’s talking ***** as we are miles away at this point

We heard the same in January before we signed 7 I think.

Managers don’t give answers to these questions that you can take literally.

[Hibs90]

We heard the same in January before we signed 7 I think.

Managers don’t give answers to these questions that you can take literally.

Hence my comment hoping that he’s talking ****.

Still, league starts soon.

[K-Zazu]

I take it Jair is point blank refusing to go out on loan or even take a pay off? I don’t blame him tbh, but it looks like we are stuck with him for the next 2 seasons.

[Forza Fred]

Wow!! Lovell makes the most sense of any of our commentary team…..! His insights would be valuable to the coaching team, I often wonder why he hasn’t been offered some sort of role.

I just wish he wouldn’t overdo the chat during the game.

[Musselbound]

We heard the same in January before we signed 7 I think.

Managers don’t give answers to these questions that you can take literally.

Yeah I took Gray's "couple of additions" comment as more a manner of speaking rather than literally there will be only two more players coming in. It might be the case but I wouldn't be surprised if there are 'a couple' more than that before the window closes. In saying that, both fans and managers will always think we're short and could do with more players, especially if they're better than what we've got.

[Renfrew_Hibby]

I take it Jair is point blank refusing to go out on loan or even take a pay off? I don’t blame him tbh, but it looks like we are stuck with him for the next 2 seasons.

Genuinely wonder what will happen to this guy when his contracts over. Semi pro division 4 in Portugal or an equivalent level?
If he really is on several £Ks per week then of course he will sit and see every last day out of that contract as he will never make a fraction of that again once its over.

[Ray_]

I just wish he wouldn’t overdo the chat during the game.

With a lot of people having to listen in, they are trying to keep up with the match, and they miss much of the play, as for too long and too often they are hearing his endless drivel. Sure, he notices aspects of play and players performance, but he needs to deliver it far more efficiently than he does now, so he and Cliff can focus on the game.

Even watching the game, it is an unnecessary distraction, he has to realise people are primarily there to watch or listen to the game, not to listen to him dominating proceedings.

[theonlywayisup]

I take it Jair is point blank refusing to go out on loan or even take a pay off? I don’t blame him tbh, but it looks like we are stuck with him for the next 2 seasons.
Genuinely wonder what will happen to this guy when his contracts over. Semi pro division 4 in Portugal or an equivalent level?If he really is on several £Ks per week then of course he will sit and see every last day out of that contract as he will never make a fraction of that again once its over.I was watching Jair closely last night. When we don't have the ball, I genuinely think he has no idea what he should be doing. That said, when we did have the ball, he did make some decent movement into space, but we don't have the midfielders on the pitch to get the ball to him. When he gets the ball, I do think he has good ability and he did have a good shot last night, narrowly wide.Maybe our problem is inability to get the ball to him at the right time.

[Northernhibee]

I was watching Jair closely last night. When we don't have the ball, I genuinely think he has no idea what he should be doing. That said, when we did have the ball, he did make some decent movement into space, but we don't have the midfielders on the pitch to get the ball to him. When he gets the ball, I do think he has good ability and he did have a good shot last night, narrowly wide.Maybe our problem is inability to get the ball to him at the right time.

I think it’s decision making for him. You’re right in regards to how he was on the ball and his movement but the balls he played were often the wrong option, badly executed, or at the wrong time.


I think it’s a common theme of the era of IG as head of recruitment. We signed players who are athletically good (Delferierre, Kenneh, Jair) but are lacking in areas such as decision making or mentality.

[Unseen work]

I think it’s decision making for him. You’re right in regards to how he was on the ball and his movement but the balls he played were often the wrong option, badly executed, or at the wrong time.


I think it’s a common theme of the era of IG as head of recruitment. We signed players who are athletically good (Delferierre, Kenneh, Jair) but are lacking in areas such as decision making or mentality.

Delferriere is such a weird one for me.

Signed him from Standard Liege where he had played for the first team and also out on loan at MVV. Hes only just turned 22 so was very young when he played those games.

He seems to be able to do a bit of everything - comfortable on the ball, can win it back and good physically.

Why is he not kicking on more? Is it just down to not knowing his best position?

[EGL2000]

I think it’s decision making for him. You’re right in regards to how he was on the ball and his movement but the balls he played were often the wrong option, badly executed, or at the wrong time.


I think it’s a common theme of the era of IG as head of recruitment. We signed players who are athletically good (Delferierre, Kenneh, Jair) but are lacking in areas such as decision making or mentality.

Kenneth far from good athletically, turns like a bus. Going against the grain here but I actually think Delferierre looks alright sometimes, fairly good technically. I can see why he got games for standard liege

[Northernhibee]

Delferriere is such a weird one for me.

Signed him from Standard Liege where he had played for the first team and also out on loan at MVV. Hes only just turned 22 so was very young when he played those games.

He seems to be able to do a bit of everything - comfortable on the ball, can win it back and good physically.

Why is he not kicking on more? Is it just down to not knowing his best position?
I’ve seen him a couple of times now. The one that sticks in my head more than other was the first game of last season. He started off well for the first couple of minutes but then made a mistake, St Mirren started targeting him and for the remaining ten or fifteen minutes on the pitch it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say it was one of the worst performances I’ve ever seen for Hibs, we were right in front of him in the stands. He collapsed and basically started blootering it the way he was facing, irrelevant of who was there or not. Looked like absolute panic. Felt sorry for him but it wasn’t harsh for LJ to sub him so early.

He needs to deal with mistakes a lot, lot better basically. We saw the same against Ross County last season. He has everything else you need for a modern footballer, if he can avoid panicking then he’ll be a lot better but when he does it’s extraordinary.

[GreenPJ]

Delferriere is such a weird one for me.

Signed him from Standard Liege where he had played for the first team and also out on loan at MVV. Hes only just turned 22 so was very young when he played those games.

He seems to be able to do a bit of everything - comfortable on the ball, can win it back and good physically.

Why is he not kicking on more? Is it just down to not knowing his best position?

You would also assume that the coaching team at the time saw enough of him to support the contract extension. I agree he has a number of good attributes and is comfortable on the ball but in the middle of the park. He looks uncomfortable at right back and think he is more centrally focussed. Haven't really seen enough of him to see if he could have the bite/tackling ability to be a CDM.

[GreenCastle]

Just over 10 days till 1st league game and an important month of games against St Mirren, Celtic, Dundee and Killie before transfer window shuts.

Would be nice to get some players in to integrate into the group and be played in these games.

[Unseen work]

Just over 10 days till 1st league game and an important month of games against St Mirren, Celtic, Dundee and Killie before transfer window shuts.

Would be nice to get some players in to integrate into the group and be played in these games.

3 of those teams will be competing with us for places in the league you’d imagine too. All with solid bases and over a year of being together

A really difficult start for Gray, let’s give him the best chance of results by getting some quality in

[Smartie]

I agree with those who have liked Delferriere in midfield. I thought he did well again there last night. Given our struggles in midfield in recent years it’s a real shame he’s not had more of a look.

Agree also about the time he fell to pieces at RB after a promising start. It was quite bizarre but it was awful. I wonder if stuff like that lives long in memories… and is there a bit of us that needs to be more forgiving? The rusty Harbottle actually had a decent run out last night apart from getting himself in a mess once for their 3rd goal yet I see people who appear to have written him and his performance off as a result.

[McD]

With a lot of people having to listen in, they are trying to keep up with the match, and they miss much of the play, as for too long and too often they are hearing his endless drivel. Sure, he notices aspects of play and players performance, but he needs to deliver it far more efficiently than he does now, so he and Cliff can focus on the game.

Even watching the game, it is an unnecessary distraction, he has to realise people are primarily there to watch or listen to the game, not to listen to him dominating proceedings.



He made a good point about Levitt, the position he played at Dundee Utd versus how he’d been used here, and why playing as a 6 didn’t work well for him. It was a good point, clearly articulated and meaningful in the context of considering a player.


However, he then went on to essentially repeat the same point 3 times, over the course of about 2 minutes, all whilst the game was going on.

[Donegal Hibby]

Don't like Todd Cantwell at all though there's no denying he's a good player.

https://x.com/ScotlandSky/status/1816226303156060292

[EGL2000]

Don't like Todd Cantwell at all though there's no denying he's a good player.

https://x.com/ScotlandSky/status/1816226303156060292

Wee pr*ck who thinks he's much better than he actually is. Very average player who hides in big games.

[The Modfather]

I agree with those who have liked Delferriere in midfield. I thought he did well again there last night. Given our struggles in midfield in recent years it’s a real shame he’s not had more of a look.

Agree also about the time he fell to pieces at RB after a promising start. It was quite bizarre but it was awful. I wonder if stuff like that lives long in memories… and is there a bit of us that needs to be more forgiving? The rusty Harbottle actually had a decent run out last night apart from getting himself in a mess once for their 3rd goal yet I see people who appear to have written him and his performance off as a result.

This sounds like Stockholm syndrome 😀 when we begin to wonder if JDH could be the answer after all we’ve jumped the shark.

I’m only jesting of course. We may be able to get something out of the likes of Delfierre & Harbottle over a season. However it’s a low bar and because they’re still floating about more than anything else IMO.

[500miles]

He made a good point about Levitt, the position he played at Dundee Utd versus how he’d been used here, and why playing as a 6 didn’t work well for him. It was a good point, clearly articulated and meaningful in the context of considering a player.


However, he then went on to essentially repeat the same point 3 times, over the course of about 2 minutes, all whilst the game was going on.

He played deep at United. Lovell was miles off with that.

[erin go bragh]

He played deep at United. Lovell was miles off with that.

Played as a 10 in his first season with Utd and was very good, not so good when moved to a 6.
We are crying out for a 10

[JohnM1875]

Played as a 10 in his first season with Utd and was very good, not so good when moved to a 6.
We are crying out for a 10

According to Transfermarkt in his first season at Utd he played 19 league games. 10 as a central midfielder and 9 as a DM

Second season 23 league games 8 as a CM and 15 as a DM

So majority of his games at United in the league he played DM

[Donegal Hibby]

Wee pr*ck who thinks he's much better than he actually is. Very average player who hides in big games.

Don't like him either though I do think the opposite in he's a good player , not that I care what happens there though I do think its strange that some of what I'd consider their better players are either wanting to move or it looks like Clement is trying to move them on . Hopefully it all ends badly for them .

[500miles]

Played as a 10 in his first season with Utd and was very good, not so good when moved to a 6.
We are crying out for a 10

I know from people that watched him every week he was never a 10. He played deeper, and had the likes of Jeando Fuchs and Ian Harkes doing all his running for him.

[badabing67]

Another week almost done and not even the slightest hint of a strong rumour that we will be signing anyone soon it's a bit disappointing

[KWJ]

Levitt may have been starting deeper at times with DU but he was never a defensive mid. It's all about getting him on the ball within shooting range where he is most dangerous. Similarities to Stevie Mallan.

I'd love to see a confident Levitt getting a highlights video like he had at DU.

It's fine him dropping into cover Newell/Amos if they've gone on a mazy but I'd like to see him roaming about further up the pitch looking for space to ping one into the top bin or to pick out a runner in the box. He's the best we have at it.

[1875M]

Midfielder. Left sided winger. Striker. At a bare minimum we need 3 players in. You could argue we need another centre half also.

[Iain G]

Midfielder. Left sided winger. Striker. At a bare minimum we need 3 players in. You could argue we need another centre half also.

And a left back.

We are still 4 or 5 away from a good team with a bit of depth in the squad to make changes and cover injuries.

Worried about Cadden being injured again...

[gorgie greens]

Hence my comment hoping that he’s talking ****.

Still, league starts soon.

The fact that Gray thinks Newell and Campbell are the dream midfield scares me

[SunshineOn1875]

LW, Left back, ST, CB and I really don't think that squad will be as far off the higher spots than folk think. That's if the 4/5 that come in are ready to go. Big ask though.

[Steve20]

Left back, two midfielders, a winger and a striker. All good enough to go into the first 11. The current team is bottom 6 at the moment without any additions. It's shocking that we need to talk about getting so many players in to even think about being a top six side.

We should be challenging for 3rd every season. There should have been no excuses not to. But we're more a St Mirren, Motherwell or Dundee now, more than a Hearts and Aberdeen level.

Investment that was supposedly meant to be put in the team seems pie in the sky stuff. What have we spent the money from Black Knights on? Not the most important thing. The team.

Will this club ever show ambition because it's 9 days from the first game of the season and our team is even worse than the one that ended last season. If they don't want to spend on improving the team, try and sell the club elsewhere. What's the point in wanting a club to watch it be garbage every year.

[B.H.F.C]

A midfielder isn’t happening just now.

Whatever folks opinions on their abilities we’re not signing one with Newell, NMW, Levitt, Campbell, Amos, JDH, Kenneh and Delferriere all still on the books. That’s not me saying we don’t need any, but we ain’t getting any while that remains the case.

I’m at the point where I actually can’t believe we haven’t signed any forward players. We’ve known for months we needed more in that area. Not having someone to put the ball in the net has already cost us a seeded place in the league cup. It’ll cost us a lot more if we don’t get the finger out and get someone quickly.

[Stuart93]

A midfielder isn’t happening just now.

Whatever folks opinions on their abilities we’re not signing one with Newell, NMW, Levitt, Campbell, Amos, JDH, Kenneh and Delferriere all still on the books. That’s not me saying we don’t need any, but we ain’t getting any while that remains the case.

I’m at the point where I actually can’t believe we haven’t signed any forward players. We’ve known for months we needed more in that area. Not having someone to put the ball in the net has already cost us a seeded place in the league cup. It’ll cost us a lot more if we don’t get the finger out and get someone quickly.

It’s a similar situation to us not signing any more CB’s last season when it was evident we needed them.

[hibee-boys]

I doubt we’ll see any major reconstruction of the midfield/forward areas until we get the following players off the wage bill:-

JDH
Amos
Mckirdy
Jair
Kenneh

Can’t say I’m particularly impressed by NNW either, just doesn’t do enough on the ball for my liking, similar to Campbell in that he’s got plenty desire and energy but not the level of composure on the ball you need in the middle of the park. Campbell’s goals and assists are currently making up for that, really can’t see NMW offering much of that unfortunately.

[davemcbain]

He made a good point about Levitt, the position he played at Dundee Utd versus how he’d been used here, and why playing as a 6 didn’t work well for him. It was a good point, clearly articulated and meaningful in the context of considering a player. However, he then went on to essentially repeat the same point 3 times, over the course of about 2 minutes, all whilst the game was going on.

The pass Levitt made for McKirdy's goal was absolutely sublime. Suspect though that if he has time on the ball, he is a matchwinner, but in a high press game, he might be the wrong person in the wrong place. Hope though he proves me wrong and pops one or two of those in every game this season.

[hibsbollah]

Smith Rowe leaving Arsenal for Fulham would be a sore one for the fans, theyd have to change a few songs for starters. £35 million rumoured.

[SunshineOn1875]

Smith Rowe leaving Arsenal for Fulham would be a sore one for the fans, theyd have to change a few songs for starters. £35 million rumoured.35m for him? I've seen some mental transfer costs but for a guy who hasn't played football in about 12 months and hasn't exactly hit the heights expected that is an absurd fee.

[Smartie]

The pass Levitt made for McKirdy's goal was absolutely sublime. Suspect though that if he has time on the ball, he is a matchwinner, but in a high press game, he might be the wrong person in the wrong place. Hope though he proves me wrong and pops one or two of those in every game this season.

I loved Levitt's goal against Queens Park - mainly because I previously agreed with what you have posted here - but that goal showed he could be effective in tight areas.

It was a really neat one-two, then a cracking finish, in off the post, that I think would have beaten almost any goalkeeper - all carried out in a tight area and under pressure, starting in a position where we had a fair bit to do to score.

[EGL2000]

Played as a 10 in his first season with Utd and was very good, not so good when moved to a 6.
We are crying out for a 10

He 100% played more games from deep. I hate this theory that if we move him higher up he will instantly become a player. He's just not very good. His best games from Dundee United were arriving late from his deeper midfield position, which we have seen very little of at Hibs.

[Cod Boy]

Be lucky to get two players in. Those wanting more than that is pie in the sky unfortunately

[Alex Trager]

Midfielder. Left sided winger. Striker. At a bare minimum we need 3 players in. You could argue we need another centre half also.

And a left back.

We had both CH and LB cover but let it go.

[04Sauzee]

Be lucky to get two players in. Those wanting more than that is pie in the sky unfortunately

Well I'm expecting more than 2 signings before now and the end of the window.

[B.H.F.C]

Well I'm expecting more than 2 signings before now and the end of the window.

We’ll sign more than two players before the window closes. Don't know who, what position or when, but it’ll be more than two.

I’m saying that, after Kelty I was convinced we’d have at least one in this week but it just doesn’t feel like anything is happening any time soon now.

[Lago]

We’ll sign more than two players before the window closes. Don't know who, what position or when, but it’ll be more than two. I’m saying that, after Kelty I was convinced we’d have at least one in this week but it just doesn’t feel like anything is happening any time soon now.It's as if hibs as a club have gone into hibernation.

[Ozyhibby]

It's as if hibs as a club have gone into hibernation.

The opposite of what they said this summer would be after the BK’s came in. [emoji35]


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[JohnM1875]

The opposite of what they said this summer would be after the BK’s came in. [emoji35]


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Totally. I've chucked bothering about this window. Seems like the club have.

Looks like Youan will be out until after the window closes, so no money coming in so can't see us signing any real quality.

[B.H.F.C]

It's as if hibs as a club have gone into hibernation.

No quite. There was more strips to sell yesterday and it’s stadium tours today.

[MWHIBBIES]

Be lucky to get two players in. Those wanting more than that is pie in the sky unfortunately

We'll bring in more than 2 players.

[flash]

No quite. There was more strips to sell yesterday and it’s stadium tours today.

Are you suggesting we shouldn't be doing either of these things?

[Unseen work]

It’s quite amusing to think some people think Hibs are literally doing nothing re new signings.

They’ll be working non stop to get the best possible players in.

Just because we’ve not announced as much we’d all have hoped doesn’t mean they’re not trying.

I’m as frustrated as anyone but I’ve no doubt Malky, Gray etc will be working tirelessly to identify and select the perfect players

We’ve also signed 4 already, 3 of which are definite starters. Keep going in that direction until the end of August and we’ll be good

[Ozyhibby]

It’s quite amusing to think some people think Hibs are literally doing nothing re new signings.

They’ll be working non stop to get the best possible players in.

Just because we’ve not announced as much we’d all have hoped doesn’t mean they’re not trying.

I’m as frustrated as anyone but I’ve no doubt Malky, Gray etc will be working tirelessly to identify and select the perfect players

We’ve also signed 4 already, 3 of which are definite starters. Keep going in that direction until the end of August and we’ll be good

Are they having to do more work since we fell out with the BK’s?


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[B.H.F.C]

Are you suggesting we shouldn't be doing either of these things?

No, I never suggested that.

[JohnM1875]

It’s quite amusing to think some people think Hibs are literally doing nothing re new signings.

They’ll be working non stop to get the best possible players in.

Just because we’ve not announced as much we’d all have hoped doesn’t mean they’re not trying.

I’m as frustrated as anyone but I’ve no doubt Malky, Gray etc will be working tirelessly to identify and select the perfect players

We’ve also signed 4 already, 3 of which are definite starters. Keep going in that direction until the end of August and we’ll be good

There's four league games and probably a further two League cup games before the end of August and the squad has almost zero quality depth.

[flash]

No, I never suggested that.

Cool. Would be strange if you were.

[cabbageandribs1875]

Todd Cantwell wanting to leave the cream buns

[sleeping giant]

Todd Cantwell wanting to leave the cream buns

Cream buns? 😅

[Hibiza]

It’s quite amusing to think some people think Hibs are literally doing nothing re new signings.

They’ll be working non stop to get the best possible players in.

Just because we’ve not announced as much we’d all have hoped doesn’t mean they’re not trying.

I’m as frustrated as anyone but I’ve no doubt Malky, Gray etc will be working tirelessly to identify and select the perfect players

We’ve also signed 4 already, 3 of which are definite starters. Keep going in that direction until the end of August and we’ll be good

Agree Unseen but some positivity from those onhigh might alleviate concerns.

[Mcbizz1998]

Be lucky to get two players in. Those wanting more than that is pie in the sky unfortunatelyIt's pie in the sky to expect 3 signings before the end of the window? Wrong.

[Greenworld]

It’s quite amusing to think some people think Hibs are literally doing nothing re new signings.

They’ll be working non stop to get the best possible players in.

Just because we’ve not announced as much we’d all have hoped doesn’t mean they’re not trying.

I’m as frustrated as anyone but I’ve no doubt Malky, Gray etc will be working tirelessly to identify and select the perfect players

We’ve also signed 4 already, 3 of which are definite starters. Keep going in that direction until the end of August and we’ll be goodI'm sure your right but looks like our hands are tied slightly regarding the amount of money available.


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[Ronniekirk]

Cream buns? 😅Rhymes with Huns

[TrinityHFC]

I'm sure your right but looks like our hands are tied slightly regarding the amount of money available.


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How does it look like that? Because a handful of people on here keep repeating it?

[JohnM1875]

How does it look like that? Because a handful of people on here keep repeating it?

Probably the lack of spending money on transfer fees.

[04Sauzee]

Fabrizo Romano tweeting that Bournemouth have signed a 6'5 CB , can't see him at Hibs 😅

🚨🍒 Dean Huijsen to Bournemouth, here we go! Verbal agreement in place on €18m deal plus sell-on clause for Juventus.

Huijsen has agreed on long term deal at #AFCB with medical tests to follow.

[Ozyhibby]

Fabrizo Romano tweeting that Bournemouth have signed a 6'5 CB , can't see him at Hibs [emoji28]

[emoji599][emoji523] Dean Huijsen to Bournemouth, here we go! Verbal agreement in place on €18m deal plus sell-on clause for Juventus.

Huijsen has agreed on long term deal at #AFCB with medical tests to follow.

I’m no longer sure what Bournemouth do will be of interest to us. I suspect a parting of ways will be on the cards.


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[Jones28]

I’m no longer sure what Bournemouth do will be of interest to us. I suspect a parting of ways will be on the cards.


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I'm not so sure. It would mean buying Foley out of the club to tune of £6m.

[Donegal Hibby]

Totally. I've chucked bothering about this window. Seems like the club have.

Looks like Youan will be out until after the window closes, so no money coming in so can't see us signing any real quality.

We will take in at least two and have a quality player like Youan to look forward to returning. Glass half full 👍

[MagicSwirlingShip]

If we get two players in of high quality then I would be quite happy.

We need more but given Malky set the expectations pretty early on that next season would see the more major changes, then 4 good quality outfield signings is a decent window.

[Unseen work]

Josh O’Connor apparently signing for Dundalk

[Jones28]

Josh O’Connor apparently signing for Dundalk

Good move for him, still think he should have been given more of a chance off the bench after his solid contribution to the Aberdeen game.

[Billy Whizz]

Josh O’Connor apparently signing for Dundalk

Where Hammer is too

[MagicSwirlingShip]

Where Hammer is too

And Horgan!

[04Sauzee]

Sorry if I'm taking the thread of track , boy on the Bounce is saying we are after Fraser Hornby, I know there was previous talk of this but the rumour ran out of steam.

[Silky]

Sorry if I'm taking the thread of track , boy on the Bounce is saying we are after Fraser Hornby, I know there was previous talk of this but the rumour ran out of steam.

We'd be better going for Nick Hornby. He's been more prolific!

[GloryGlory]

Sorry if I'm taking the thread of track , boy on the Bounce is saying we are after Fraser Hornby, I know there was previous talk of this but the rumour ran out of steam.

Yes I do remember the previous rumour being derailed quite quickly.

[Nicho87]

0 goals and massively underwhelming loan spell at Aberdeen

Please not be true

I feel short changed if this is what we’re after

[Cabbage-Patch]

Sorry if I'm taking the thread of track , boy on the Bounce is saying we are after Fraser Hornby, I know there was previous talk of this but the rumour ran out of steam.

He was pretty anonymous at Aberdeen.10 appearances no goals

Moved to the German second division only played 7 times and hasn't scored. Not exactly getting excited if true.

[babahibs]

Are they having to do more work since we fell out with the BK’s? Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkIs this now a fact, really?

[Callum_62]

6 foot 5 though

Hoooof!

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[EGL2000]

Sorry if I'm taking the thread of track , boy on the Bounce is saying we are after Fraser Hornby, I know there was previous talk of this but the rumour ran out of steam.

Surely not he's guff.

[babahibs]

I’m no longer sure what Bournemouth do will be of interest to us. I suspect a parting of ways will be on the cards.Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkWhy?

[Unseen work]

I never wanted Hornby when someone mentioned him earlier in this thread but then realised he scored 8 and got 2 assists in 21 for Oostende in the Belgian league which lead to a move to Darmstadt in the Bundesliga

Maybe he’s improved and adjusted to men’s football?

[Smartie]

I’m no longer sure what Bournemouth do will be of interest to us. I suspect a parting of ways will be on the cards.


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The relationship may not have got off to the best start, but I’d be surprised if any of the parties involved got to their current lofty positions by walking out on relationships at the first sign of trouble.

[IanM]

Gilmour signs for Napoli- the Italians loving the Scot’s

[gorgie greens]

It’s quite amusing to think some people think Hibs are literally doing nothing re new signings.

They’ll be working non stop to get the best possible players in.

Just because we’ve not announced as much we’d all have hoped doesn’t mean they’re not trying.

I’m as frustrated as anyone but I’ve no doubt Malky, Gray etc will be working tirelessly to identify and select the perfect players

We’ve also signed 4 already, 3 of which are definite starters. Keep going in that direction until the end of August and we’ll be good

But when you have guys higher in the club trying to sign players that are nowhere near good enough and playing football manager with the late daddy's money we are only going one way unfortunately.
Hence the Folley fall out

[04Sauzee]

Gilmour signs for Napoli- the Italians loving the Scot’s

Seems strange that Brighton were happy to allow him to leave.

[B.H.F.C]

I never wanted Hornby when someone mentioned him earlier in this thread but then realised he scored 8 and got 2 assists in 21 for Oostende in the Belgian league which lead to a move to Darmstadt in the Bundesliga

Maybe he’s improved and adjusted to men’s football?

Looks like he did pretty well in Belgium but then been out injured for most of last season. This isn’t the kind of risky signing we need to make just now. We need to sign a striker that we are confident can come in and make an inpact right away.

[IanM]

Seems strange that Brighton were happy to allow him to leave.

Daily record reported it but just noticed they’ve changed the heading to ‘prepare new bid’

Useless

[CentreForward]

Please no to Hornby. Very worrying if he’s the level we’re going for. Non-existent scoring record apart from a few in Belgium and very few appearances for a guy of 24. Totally disillusioned with this window so far!

[EGL2000]

Seems strange that Brighton were happy to allow him to leave.

Tbf it's a great move for him. If people take their prem tinted specs off it's a definite step up for him. Napoli a far better club to be playing at than Brighton. If he wanted the step up I doubt Brighton would want to stand in his way.

[Gordy M]

Well im going against the grain here but if Hornby is who MM and SDG have identified and want, then all good with me. Ive heard all this stuff before, positive and negative, and we never really know til they arrive. I remember poster(s) on here saying Maolida wasnt good enough........

[Mcbizz1998]

Gilmour signs for Napoli- the Italians loving the Scot’sIs this confirmed?

[matty_f]

I'm not so sure. It would mean buying Foley out of the club to tune of £6m.

Foley wouldn't miss it, he could sit on that until the Gordons decide to sell or wait until he can sell it at a profit, he could write it off and not miss it.

[SteveHFC]

Gilmour signs for Napoli- the Italians loving the Scot’s

What a move for him. Hope he smashes it in Italy.

[04Sauzee]

One of the red tops reporting Rangers are after a Man Utd player on loan


RANGERS face a two-way race with FC Copenhagen to sign Manchester United academy star Hannibal Mejbri, according to a report.

[MWHIBBIES]

Tbf it's a great move for him. If people take their prem tinted specs off it's a definite step up for him. Napoli a far better club to be playing at than Brighton. If he wanted the step up I doubt Brighton would want to stand in his way.

Brighton hold teams to massive fees. Look what they got for Caicedo. I don't think he was going to be playing much if they're letting him go.

[EGL2000]

Brighton hold teams to massive fees. Look what they got for Caicedo. I don't think he was going to be playing much if they're letting him go.

They also paid 30 mil for him and there was a bidding war between big prem clubs. Billy only cost 8 think they will accept somewhere around 12-15mil.

[NGoloGrantie]

I think hornby would be a great signing. Exactly the type of player we need up top next to vente. Big target man, that’ll do me


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[inglisavhibs]

0 goals and massively underwhelming loan spell at AberdeenPlease not be trueI feel short changed if this is what we’re afterShankland played over 20 games for Aberdeen and didn’t score. Hornby was a star for our under 21’s but didn’t kick on in his club career till he scored 8 in 20 in Belgium. Wouldn’t rule the guy out, might give us a presence up front.

[Ozyhibby]

I think hornby would be a great signing. Exactly the type of player we need up top next to vente. Big target man, that’ll do me


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24 year old and only scored 11 goals in his career? Exactly what we need.[emoji849]


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[NGoloGrantie]

24 year old and only scored 11 goals in his career? Exactly what we need.[emoji849]


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He will contribute more to the team with his physicality. Will be good coming off the bench to close games out as well.


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[NGoloGrantie]

24 year old and only scored 11 goals in his career? Exactly what we need.[emoji849]


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Also Lyndon dykes had 11 professional career goals when he got his move to livi at 24 years old. Look how he turned out [emoji2369]


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[Tyler Durden]

I think Hornby could be a good addition as long as the forwards coming in doesn’t stop with him. He’d be a good option with a different profile than what we’ve had the last few years

[AlbertK86]

Well im going against the grain here but if Hornby is who MM and SDG have identified and want, then all good with me. Ive heard all this stuff before, positive and negative, and we never really know til they arrive. I remember poster(s) on here saying Maolida wasnt good enough........

Was highly rated at Scotland U21 a few years ago.

I wouldn’t be against bringing him in as an option.

Tefal never scored as many goals as him in Belgium and see how many he’s scored for the dafties from Dalry


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[NC1875]

Was highly rated at Scotland U21 a few years ago.

I wouldn’t be against bringing him in as an option.

Tefal never scored as many goals as him in Belgium and see how many he’s scored for the dafties from Dalry


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Been a while since I’ve heard Tefal Heed 👏🏼 😂

[Paulie Walnuts]

Sorry if I'm taking the thread of track , boy on the Bounce is saying we are after Fraser Hornby, I know there was previous talk of this but the rumour ran out of steam.

He is truly dreadful so hopefully not.

[McGruber]

It's funny to think back to the January window and hoping the Foley deal would be completed in time so we could spend. Never got the cash in time but Myziane, Marcondes and the Brighton lads looked like the vision of things to come. The whole narrative from then was January windows are tough compared to the summer. Was so excited waiting for this window - that was before the debt writr off and additional investment. Just can't fathom what's going on. Window not done yet so still hoping for some of those rabbits out hats to come

[Ozyhibby]

Also Lyndon dykes had 11 professional career goals when he got his move to livi at 24 years old. Look how he turned out [emoji2369]


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Had scored a lot of goals in Oz though.


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[Ozyhibby]

It's funny to think back to the January window and hoping the Foley deal would be completed in time so we could spend. Never got the cash in time but Myziane, Marcondes and the Brighton lads looked like the vision of things to come. The whole narrative from then was January windows are tough compared to the summer. Was so excited waiting for this window - that was before the debt writr off and additional investment. Just can't fathom what's going on. Window not done yet so still hoping for some of those rabbits out hats to come

It’s clear that things have changed or that we were lied to. I’m not sure which yet.


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[California-Hibs]

It's funny to think back to the January window and hoping the Foley deal would be completed in time so we could spend. Never got the cash in time but Myziane, Marcondes and the Brighton lads looked like the vision of things to come. The whole narrative from then was January windows are tough compared to the summer. Was so excited waiting for this window - that was before the debt writr off and additional investment. Just can't fathom what's going on. Window not done yet so still hoping for some of those rabbits out hats to come

Exactly this in a nutshell. It's blood weird to say the least what's happening with our club right now. So confused and so let down this summer.

[LunasBoots]

Was highly rated at Scotland U21 a few years ago.

I wouldn’t be against bringing him in as an option.

Tefal never scored as many goals as him in Belgium and see how many he’s scored for the dafties from Dalry


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Was a very good player in the Under Scotland teams, someone I was impressed with, shame he never really kicked on boy had a lot of talent.

[Since452]

Hornby was absolutely mince at Aberdeen. Like a fan who won a competition

[Donegal Hibby]

Hornby was absolutely mince at Aberdeen. Like a fan who won a competition

I remember him at Aberdeen , was awful . I had a look back at the Aberdeen forum when they signed him which was mainly positive though it didn't last long and eventually changed for the worst about his ability , also quite a few post asking was he injured again.... https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/fraser-hornby/verletzungen/spieler/388160

[Hamish]

Victor Palsson signs for Plymouth.

[SHODAN]

Victor Palsson signs for Plymouth.

Gone on to have a decent career it looks like.

[ian cruise]

Maybe we were doing everything we could to get Myziane back, and that meant other targets went on the back burner until we were sure it wasn't happening?

Now that we know it definitely can't happen as he's off to Saudi, let's see what happens.

[SHODAN]

Don't worry guys, we won't sign Hornby or anyone else remotely well known to get us the goals. It'll be a deadline day loan 18 year old from League One.

[Callum_62]

Interesting that Ndaba hasn't signed for Killie yet

If he was going back there you'd think he would have signed intime for tonight

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[greenlex]

Interesting that Ndaba hasn't signed for Killie yet If he was going back there you'd think he would have signed into me for tonight Sent from my Pixel 7 Pro using TapatalkVery

[GreenPJ]

Don't worry guys, we won't sign Hornby or anyone else remotely well known to get us the goals. It'll be a deadline day loan 18 year old from League One.

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[AlbertK86]

Interesting that Ndaba hasn't signed for Killie yet

If he was going back there you'd think he would have signed into me for tonight

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Agree. Interest down south more likely if EEN article was correct a couple of days ago

Would definitely be a good addition for us .

Good back 3 with him left, Marv right and O’Hora sweeping behind them which I think we would need when we play the weedgies and the mob from the PBS

[04Sauzee]

Interesting that Ndaba hasn't signed for Killie yet

If he was going back there you'd think he would have signed into me for tonight

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If the boy from the Hibs Observer hadn't posted we were showing no interest in him, then I'd have thought he was possibly Hibs bound. He said we'd maybe look at a left back later in the window.

We are short of cover on the left side of defence, if a good player is available it seems a bit strange not to be interested. Not saying he's a good player as I have actually no idea if he is or not.

[A Hi-Bee]

Hornby rumour is gaining traction, but may go off the rails further down the tracks.

[Wheat Hound]

Interesting that Ndaba hasn't signed for Killie yet

If he was going back there you'd think he would have signed intime for tonight

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Good point. Would be a good addition and give us the versatility of covering left back and Left sided CH

[Alfred E Newman]

Hornby rumour is gaining traction, but may go off the rails further down the tracks.

Probably, but we certainly need someone with a good engine.

[EGL2000]

Also Lyndon dykes had 11 professional career goals when he got his move to livi at 24 years old. Look how he turned out [emoji2369]


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He'd scored alot more goals than that before he joined livi. Scored 17 in one year alone.

[SaulGoodman]

Michael Barfoot signs for Musselburgh Athletic from Dunbar

[Aldo]

Josh O’Connors loan to Dundalk confirmed.

[Fuzzywuzzy]

He is truly dreadful so hopefully not.

Hah, I said Hornby weeks ago for ****s and giggles on here since nothing else was happening😂

[Unseen work]

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-striker-sees-first-team-hopes-dashed-as-big-money-sale-of-prize-asset-delayed-4717523

Is this saying we won’t buy a top class striker until Youan is fit and sold? Or just Youan’s exit is on hold and the sale of it would have helped

“ But a big-money exit that would help fund the recruitment of a top-class centre forward is on hold as Elie Youan recovers from injury.”

[Fuzzywuzzy]

Hornby rumour is gaining traction, but may go off the rails further down the tracks.

Just needs gauge the fans reaction if it happens

[JohnM1875]

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-striker-sees-first-team-hopes-dashed-as-big-money-sale-of-prize-asset-delayed-4717523Is this saying we won’t buy a top class striker until Youan is fit and sold? Or just Youan’s exit is on hold and the sale of it would have helped “ But a big-money exit that would help fund the recruitment of a top-class centre forward is on hold as Elie Youan recovers from injury.”Really is ****ing pathetic we even need to entertain selling one our best players (certainly stats wise last season for combined goals and assists) before bringing in a striker. Something absolutely stinks about our finances right now, or apparent use of finances anyway.

[Unseen work]

Really is ****ing pathetic we even need to entertain selling one our best players (certainly stats waise last season for combined goals and assists) before bringing in a striker.

Something absolutely stinks about our finances right now, or apparent use of finances anyway.

I think it just means the latter in my original post but isn’t worded the best.

Regardless, I want a top class striker and Youan.

If we get a top class striker and sell Youan, then we need a top class left winger

I like Molotnikov, but we can’t rely on an 18 year old, McKirdy and Tavares

[Aldo]

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-striker-sees-first-team-hopes-dashed-as-big-money-sale-of-prize-asset-delayed-4717523

Is this saying we won’t buy a top class striker until Youan is fit and sold? Or just Youan’s exit is on hold and the sale of it would have helped

“ But a big-money exit that would help fund the recruitment of a top-class centre forward is on hold as Elie Youan recovers from injury.”

So I wonder how long Youan will actually be out for? 2/3 weeks as reported or more?

Looks like they are trying to manage the fans expectations.

[EGL2000]

Surely we can't need youan money to sign a good striker??? I understand it might mean we can spend a bit more but that shouldn't stop is bringing in quality. Haunting if we leave it till the last week of the window as we need to sell youan.

[JohnM1875]

I think it just means the latter in my original post but isn’t worded the best.

Regardless, I want a top class striker and Youan.

If we get a top class striker and sell Youan, then we need a top class left winger

I like Molotnikov, but we can’t rely on an 18 year old, McKirdy and Tavares

Personally think it means we wont be signing a top class striker. If we were doing it regardless of Youan being sold then I don't see how the injury would affect things.

That or we’ll be going for a cheaper striker than a top class one.

[Ronniekirk]

So I wonder how long Youan will actually be out for? 2/3 weeks as reported or more? Looks like they are trying to manage the fans expectations.Gray confident he will be back fit and playing by the end of transfer window

[SteveHFC]

Really is ****ing pathetic we even need to entertain selling one our best players (certainly stats wise last season for combined goals and assists) before bringing in a striker. Something absolutely stinks about our finances right now, or apparent use of finances anyway.

What’s going on behind the scenes?

[Aldo]

Gray confident he will be back fit and playing by the end of transfer window

Anywhere from now until 30th August. 5 weeks until then.

[jeffers]

Really is ****ing pathetic we even need to entertain selling one our best players (certainly stats wise last season for combined goals and assists) before bringing in a striker. Something absolutely stinks about our finances right now, or apparent use of finances anyway.

I don’t agree. Player doesn’t want to be at the club. Hes the only one we’d get a decent fee for, which would mean we’d have decent funds to bring someone else in.

[Gordy M]

Of course it will have an effect on who we sign....do you think Aberdeen are signing a "top class" striker before selling Miovski or Hearts before selling Shankland? Of course not. Youhan is that player for us imo.

[AlbertK86]

Personally think it means we wont be signing a top class striker. If we were doing it regardless of Youan being sold then I don't see how the injury would affect things.

That or we’ll be going for a cheaper striker than a top class one.

If Elie is in a brace can’t see him being back fit and sellable before the window shuts.

Suspect it will be a couple of loan strikers (Hornby or similar) and some young dude from Bournemouth to appease Bill Foley.

Positive from that is he will need to come back and put himself in the shop window


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[greenlex]

I don’t agree. Player doesn’t want to be at the club. Hes the only one we’d get a decent fee for, which would mean we’d have decent funds to bring someone else in.Also if it’s added to what we already have to spend might be possible to bring even better than might be available without any additional cash in and his wages.

[JohnM1875]

Of course it will have an effect on who we sign....do you think Aberdeen are signing a "top class" striker before selling Miovski or Hearts before selling Shankland? Of course not. Youhan is that player for us imo.

Neither club are part owned by billionaires and been promised by our CEO in February and Foley after the buy in that there will be significant money to spend in the summer.

[Ronniekirk]

I do think it would be good to get some clarity from the Club to stop constant speculation about whether bringing in another quslity strikervis dependant on Youan being sold I just csn t believe that’s the position we have got ourselves into . if that strue But when the club is not really talking up transfers ( apart from gray saying he would like to bring in two players ) then speculation runs riot We have moved about 16 players on but only 4 in

[Donegal Hibby]

Maybe I'm not reading it the same as some of you though the BIG print says ... Gray still in market for top - class centre forward - but wingers move put on ice .

Goes on to say Youan money would help to fund it , of course 2.5 mil or over would help though doesn't say we wont sign one either .

[bingo70]

Of course it will have an effect on who we sign....do you think Aberdeen are signing a "top class" striker before selling Miovski or Hearts before selling Shankland? Of course not. Youhan is that player for us imo.

Purely from a footballing perspective, Maolida was our Miovski or Shankland.

I do get when you throw in the finances involved it’s a different argument but in terms of replacing an important player, if Hearts lose Shankland for nothing next summer for example, I doubt they’ll need to wait and sell someone else before replacing him. They’ll pro-actively try and find his replacement as soon as they know he’s going.

[Gordy M]

Neither club are part owned by billionaires and been promised by our CEO in February and Foley after the buy in that there will be significant money to spend in the summer.Both still have a bigger budget than us unfortuantely. Im not saying we wont sign anyone, i just think an extra 2.5 million or thereabout makes a big difference to your targets.

[JohnM1875]

Both still have a bigger budget than us unfortuantely. Im not saying we wont sign anyone, i just think an extra 2.5 million or thereabout makes a big difference to your targets.

Foleys aim, and to be honest the Gordons as well, is to be best of the rest.

You don't get that by needing to sell your biggest asset before strengthening your team. You add to an already good squad. Something we seem a long way away from.

[Gordy M]

Purely from a footballing perspective, Maolida was our Miovski or Shankland.I do get when you throw in the finances involved it’s a different argument but in terms of replacing an important player, if Hearts lose Shankland for nothing next summer for example, I doubt they’ll need to wait and sell someone else before replacing him. They’ll pro-actively try and find his replacement as soon as they know he’s going.No i agree but if Hearts got 3 milliom for him, i think it gives them more options for a replacement than if he goes for nothing. Im not saying we wont sign a striker, i just think it may affect what we can offer.

[Gordy M]

Foleys aim, and to be honest the Gordons as well, is to be best of the rest. You don't get that by needing to sell your biggest asset before strengthening your team. You add to an already good squad. Something we seem a long way away from.Its not that though, in anyones world, and extra 2.5 million must make a difference,especially in Scotland. Thats all the article really says.

[Ozyhibby]

Foleys aim, and to be honest the Gordons as well, is to be best of the rest.

You don't get that by needing to sell your biggest asset before strengthening your team. You add to an already good squad. Something we seem a long way away from.

Is that still the aim of all concerned? Things seem to have changed from 6 months ago.


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[JohnM1875]

Its not that though, in anyones world, and extra 2.5 million must make a difference,especially in Scotland. Thats all the article really says.

Fair enough. I'm just pissed off.

Had a few weeks where I was really looking forward to the season and Hibs again but its all gone flat since the Kelty result then lack of transfers since.

[Hibees1973]

It’s clear that things have changed or that we were lied to. I’m not sure which yet. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkMight even be both. Don't think anyone on hibs.net could say that the signings made so far in this window come anywhere close to what we we expecting when the Foley deal was announced. Still time in this window though for those in charge at Hibs to get some trust back from the support.

[Gordy M]

Fair enough. I'm just pissed off. Had a few weeks where I was really looking forward to the season and Hibs again but its all gone flat since the Kelty result then lack of transfers since.No i get that mate, im still looking forward to this season. I get the impression that MM and SDG are hard working professionals and will be doing everything to make us successful. I think we will see a few signings in the next week or so.

[jeffers]

Foleys aim, and to be honest the Gordons as well, is to be best of the rest.

You don't get that by needing to sell your biggest asset before strengthening your team. You add to an already good squad. Something we seem a long way away from.
And so far Foley has done very little towards that coming to pass. I know it’s very early days and advice is great, but it’s money and/or players we need.

[Donegal Hibby]

All went quiet on the striker that was linked with us awhile back in Kieran Bowie , reading Blackburn are one of a number of clubs interested in Stephan Humphreys too .

[Lago]

And so far Foley has done very little towards that coming to pass. I know it’s very early days and advice is great, but it’s money and/or players we need.Are you saying Foley hasn't put any money yet?

[TrinityHFC]

Personally think it means we wont be signing a top class striker. If we were doing it regardless of Youan being sold then I don't see how the injury would affect things.

That or we’ll be going for a cheaper striker than a top class one.

It is just a ‘journalist’ speculating.

[Unseen work]

Honestly just look at that Kilmarnock team playing in Europe

Most of our fans wouldn’t want 80% of their squad.

Fraser Murray just came on for them in Europe!

Shows team work, a plan and smart recruitment is essential.

Thats what I hope we get with Malky and SDG

[JammyDoidger]

Last summer we spent a whack on Vente and Youan, there has to be money there, all isn't well behind the scenes by the look of things. Too many chiefs. Never changes with these dumplings at the helm. Supposed to be a clean slate going into a new season, new manager, new signings but there's a big black cloud hanging over our club atm.

[B.H.F.C]

Honestly just look at that Kilmarnock team playing in Europe

Most of our fans wouldn’t want 80% of their squad.

Fraser Murray just came on for them in Europe!

Shows team work, a plan and smart recruitment is essential.

Thats what I hope we get with Malky and SDG

The boy Vassell up front is the type we’d be too snobby to take. Defender never comes off having had an easy time against him.

[Hibees1973]

Honestly just look at that Kilmarnock team playing in EuropeMost of our fans wouldn’t want 80% of their squad. Fraser Murray just came on for them in Europe!Shows team work, a plan and smart recruitment is essential. Thats what I hope we get with Malky and SDGIt's a manager getting the maximum out of the resources available to him. Robinson doing the same at St Mirren. We've had a series of incompetent managers appointed by an even more incompetent owner/CEO.

[jeffers]

Are you saying Foley hasn't put any money yet?

No more than the money he paid to buy his stake in the club, but that’s not going to the part of the business that needs the greatest investment. The season starts in just over a week and we’ve yet to see a single player from the group join us, although I accept there’s still time.

[Donegal Hibby]

Irish article on Josh O'Connors move ...
https://www.rte.ie/sport/soccer/2024/0725/1461882-dundalk-sign-hibs-striker-oconnor-on-loan/

[weecounty hibby]

Honestly just look at that Kilmarnock team playing in Europe

Most of our fans wouldn’t want 80% of their squad.

Fraser Murray just came on for them in Europe!

Shows team work, a plan and smart recruitment is essential.

Thats what I hope we get with Malky and SDG
Having a pitch that should be banned is a big help also. Punt, hoof, long ball, long throw. An advantage to a hard working team who spoil everything and a disadvantage to any team who want to play football

[greenlex]

Honestly just look at that Kilmarnock team playing in Europe

Most of our fans wouldn’t want 80% of their squad.

Fraser Murray just came on for them in Europe!

Shows team work, a plan and smart recruitment is essential.

Thats what I hope we get with Malky and SDG
Vassell & Armstrong would improve us of that there is no doubt.

[Wilson]

It's a manager getting the maximum out of the resources available to him. Robinson doing the same at St Mirren. We've had a series of incompetent managers appointed by an even more incompetent owner/CEO.

That is what I felt Gray was capable of doing. Until the Kelty result it seemed he was doing just that, where Montgomery failed to. Better all round performances without super upgrades to the playing staff.

I still feel that he may manage this although we can't underestimate just how poor some of our options are just now!

[Lago]

No more than the money he paid to buy his stake in the club, but that’s not going to the part of the business that needs the greatest investment. The season starts in just over a week and we’ve yet to see a single player from the group join us, although I accept there’s still time.Frankly there's something stinks about this whole thing, my understanding was that the Foley envolvement would allow Hibs to recruit a better standard of player and yet here we are scrapping around EFL 1 etc, it stinks.

[Jim44]

Frankly there's something stinks about this whole thing, my understanding was that the Foley envolvement would allow Hibs to recruit a better standard of player and yet here we are scrapping around EFL 1 etc, it stinks.

……. and the fact that Foley is very unhappy that we are not listening to his advice adds to the shambles and the dubious benefit of their involvement with us.

[B.H.F.C]

Frankly there's something stinks about this whole thing, my understanding was that the Foley envolvement would allow Hibs to recruit a better standard of player and yet here we are scrapping around EFL 1 etc, it stinks.

I never thought we’d be recruiting from a hugely different market. The money we’ve got was never going to allow us to compete with Championship teams (next level up) or anything like that.

But I did think it would allow us to go and do business a bit easier. I didn’t think we’d be sitting in a position where we look like we need to get a player out to get one in. And I didn’t think we’d go a month at this point in the window without strengthening the squad whilst having one striker.

[Unseen work]

With the BK/Lorient links will we target any of the Bordeaux players as we’ll have more of a knowledge of them?

If we listen 🤣

[CapitalGreen]

It's a manager getting the maximum out of the resources available to him. Robinson doing the same at St Mirren. We've had a series of incompetent managers appointed by an even more incompetent owner/CEO.

Both managers were given lots of time to build their squad and implement their ideas. McInnes had Killie 10th the season before last and Robinson lost 8 of his first 9 games and was then knocked out of the league cup group stages - managers doing similar at Easter Road would be hounded out for that.

[Lago]

I never thought we’d be recruiting from a hugely different market. The money we’ve got was never going to allow us to compete with Championship teams (next level up) or anything like that. But I did think it would allow us to go and do business a bit easier. I didn’t think we’d be sitting in a position where we look like we need to get a player out to get one in. And I didn’t think we’d go a month at this point in the window without strengthening the squad whilst having one striker.Exactly!!!

[matty_f]

I never thought we’d be recruiting from a hugely different market. The money we’ve got was never going to allow us to compete with Championship teams (next level up) or anything like that.

But I did think it would allow us to go and do business a bit easier. I didn’t think we’d be sitting in a position where we look like we need to get a player out to get one in. And I didn’t think we’d go a month at this point in the window without strengthening the squad whilst having one striker.

I didn't think we'd do it directly, but I expected us to be a route for players outwith our means that were destined for Bournemouth to do a bit here first.

We wouldn't have been able to properly up the level of signing until we were regularly benefiting from European money and the increase in revenue that brings, along with the increase in money generated from hospitality in the two stands.

As things stand today, we're just nowhere near any of that.

Braw. Or maybe that should be "groundbreaking".

[jeffers]

Frankly there's something stinks about this whole thing, my understanding was that the Foley envolvement would allow Hibs to recruit a better standard of player and yet here we are scrapping around EFL 1 etc, it stinks.Stinks is maybe a bit strong. I think it’s fair to say a lot of the initial enthusiasm about this tie in has faded away and the reality looks much different than a lot of us expected. It’s still very early days though.

[B.H.F.C]

I didn't think we'd do it directly, but I expected us to be a route for players outwith our means that were destined for Bournemouth to do a bit here first.

We wouldn't have been able to properly up the level of signing until we were regularly benefiting from European money and the increase in revenue that brings, along with the increase in money generated from hospitality in the two stands.

As things stand today, we're just nowhere near any of that.

Braw. Or maybe that should be "groundbreaking".

I think we may get that type of player from Bournemouth in time, but think that will be a bit more infrequent. From the interview Malky did, I think it’s fairly obvious they’ve tried to get players to us that we just don’t see as first team ready though.

Either way, I just thought we’d be more active (to say the least) than we have been. I honestly can’t believe we haven’t signed any forward players at this point in time. I just find the recent lack of activity a bit baffling, even if someone will be along to tell me it takes time, we’re trying to get the right players etc.

[BoomtownHibees]

Michael Barfoot signs for Musselburgh Athletic from Dunbar

Another one we’ve missed out on. Ian/Bill/Ben/Malky out

[Ozyhibby]

Stinks is maybe a bit strong. I think it’s fair to say a lot of the initial enthusiasm about this tie in has faded away and the reality looks much different than a lot of us expected. It’s still very early days though.

It’s not that the tie in looks different, it’s like it never happened at all?


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[MikeyS]

Of course it will have an effect on who we sign....do you think Aberdeen are signing a "top class" striker before selling Miovski or Hearts before selling Shankland? Of course not. Youhan is that player for us imo.He is comparable on a balance sheet but on a fitba park he's nowhere near either.

[Lago]

It’s not that the tie in looks different, it’s like it never happened at all?Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkAnd there it is, nothing has changed, Hibs are still shopping in the same transfer market as before, the new head coach is effectively having to utilise the same first team squad as before, so are hibs part of a multi club group or not, personally I don't think Ian Gordon wants to be a part of Foley’s group.

[One Day Soon]

I don’t agree. Player doesn’t want to be at the club. Hes the only one we’d get a decent fee for, which would mean we’d have decent funds to bring someone else in.

We've already got decent funds to bring someone else in. Why aren't we doing it?

[One Day Soon]

Its not that though, in anyones world, and extra 2.5 million must make a difference,especially in Scotland. Thats all the article really says.

We got £6 million from Foley, we banked over £1 million for Melkerson. I can't recall our record transfer fee paid previously but I suspect spending even just a quarter of those revenues on a signing would probably match or set a new record for the club. In that context the need to sell Youan first seems at best improbable.

[Callum_62]

And there it is, nothing has changed, Hibs are still shopping in the same transfer market as before, the new head coach is effectively having to utilise the same first team squad as before, so are hibs part of a multi club group or not, personally I don't think Ian Gordon wants to be a part of Foley’s group.So why did they vote it through?

Without the Gordon's vote it doesn't happen

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[Ozyhibby]

So why did they vote it through?

Without the Gordon's vote it doesn't happen

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They banked £6m and aren’t spending it? I’d vote for that.[emoji23]


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[Callum_62]

They banked £6m and aren’t spending it? I’d vote for that.[emoji23]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkAnd what happens to the 6 million?

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[One Day Soon]

And there it is, nothing has changed, Hibs are still shopping in the same transfer market as before, the new head coach is effectively having to utilise the same first team squad as before, so are hibs part of a multi club group or not, personally I don't think Ian Gordon wants to be a part of Foley’s group.

But that's the thing, whatever market we are able to shop in we should now be better equipped to do so early and with the budget to get who we want in that market. That we have not signed early is very, very worrying.

[One Day Soon]

And what happens to the 6 million?

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I'd guess it's being siphoned off in substantial part to other non-footballing areas. Or it's being held in reserve as a hedge against further damage to revenues this coming season if/when we again don't get the cup runs and don't get top 6 or Europe.

I suspect the Gordons have spent as much as they're going to spend on Hibs at this stage. So, every penny a prisoner now and if someone else is prepared to put £6 million into the club for an unenforceable 'agreement' about how the club is run then its thanks for the cash and find your own way out.

[Lago]

So why did they vote it through?Without the Gordon's vote it doesn't happen Sent from my Pixel 7 Pro using TapatalkWho knows, having 2nd thoughts, maybe Ian Gordon isn't a team player.

[Lago]

I'd guess it's being siphoned off in substantial part to other non-footballing areas. Or it's being held in reserve as a hedge against further damage to revenues this coming season if/when we again don't get the cup runs and don't get top 6 or Europe. I suspect the Gordons have spent as much as they're going to spend on Hibs at this stage. So, every penny a prisoner now and if someone else is prepared to put £6 million into the club for an unenforceable 'agreement' about how the club is run then its thanks for the cash and find your own way out.👍

[K-Zazu]

And what happens to the 6 million?

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Paid for the woman’s team to go on a pre season training camp, must have cost a few quid that 😂😂

[Callum_62]

Paid for the woman’s team to go on a pre season training camp, must have cost a few quid that [emoji23][emoji23]I'm no travel agent but I reckon 6 million quid might be stretching it...particularly based on the below

This trip was funded, in part, by monies raised by the highly successful Evening With Cup Winners event in April of this year, which celebrated the successful women’s cup-winning teams over the years.



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[Brightside]

I'm no travel agent but I reckon 6 million quid might be stretching it...particularly based on the below

This trip was funded, in part, by monies raised by the highly successful Evening With Cup Winners event in April of this year, which celebrated the successful women’s cup-winning teams over the years.



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That would have paid for about 4 of them.

[Ozyhibby]

Really could do with a signing tomorrow. If not and things don’t go well v Peterhead then it’s going to get messy.


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[Carheenlea]

There is no way we will be starting the league campaign with this squad as it stands.

I don’t expect a raft of signings but remain hopeful that we will see a statement signing of sorts in the attacking area this plus a couple of SPL suited solid additions to improve the squad.

If there has been a bit of disagreement behind the scenes with the suits then it’s still in nobody’s best interests to not improve the options for David Gray.

[B.H.F.C]

There is no way we will be starting the league campaign with this squad as it stands.

I don’t expect a raft of signings but remain hopeful that we will see a statement signing of sorts in the attacking area this plus a couple of SPL suited solid additions to improve the squad.

If there has been a bit of disagreement behind the scenes with the suits then it’s still in nobody’s best interests to not improve the options for David Gray.

I have my doubts. I thought we’d have started to see things pick up this week and was hopeful of at least one player being in by the weekend. Doesn’t look like that’s happening.

I can’t remember it ever being as quiet as this. With the money we’ve had in I just can’t work it out. It just feels a bit bizarre. They’re really at the point where they need to go and do something soon. It feels like they’re becoming more and more detached from the fan base.

[TrinityHFC]

Really could do with a signing tomorrow. If not and things don’t go well v Peterhead then it’s going to get messy.


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I don’t know why you don’t just go and do other things.

[Ozyhibby]

I don’t know why you don’t just go and do other things.

That’s the spirit. The more fans you can encourage to F off the easier everything is for the club.[emoji106][emoji849]


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[One Day Soon]

I don’t know why you don’t just go and do other things.

That’s a ludicrous post.

[Col2]

Really could do with a signing tomorrow. If not and things don’t go well v Peterhead then it’s going to get messy.


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More likely if we lose our first league game with this squad it will start to get messy. We might not even see Kensall in hospitality for a while..

[Nemo]

That’s a ludicrous post.

Not really. There is actually more important things in life than brooding over a football team that rarely wins anything. I think that was the posters point. I agree.

[Ronniekirk]

Really could do with a signing tomorrow. If not and things don’t go well v Peterhead then it’s going to get messy.Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThink it’s clear we won’t get a signing tomorrow As someone else posted it’s all a bit Baffling at the moment I do think we will see the team respond and beat Peterhead comfortably. But the first few league games are crucial to get off to a good start and as things stand with injuries and lack of depth in squad , it seems inconceivable we won’t make a couple of signings next week But these are uncertain times I do now have better things to do with my time but I would rather Hibs gave me the option of being motivated to go and watch a good team play and it seems as things stand that isn’t likely to happen But you need to have Hope things will improve

[Brooster]

We got £6 million from Foley, we banked over £1 million for Melkerson. I can't recall our record transfer fee paid previously but I suspect spending even just a quarter of those revenues on a signing would probably match or set a new record for the club. In that context the need to sell Youan first seems at best improbable.

You can offset that that by taking in to account the money we lost by finishing so low in the league, missing out on big home gates in the top six and paying vast amounts of wages to duds who are incapable of making an impact. Ellie won't be fit enough to get sold this window therefore it appears we are shopping in poundland again.

[Greenworld]

They banked £6m and aren’t spending it? I’d vote for that.[emoji23]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkHolding it to buy back the shares from the knights. Maybe there's a clause if that the Gordon's get first rights on the shares if BK,s want out.

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[McGruber]

You can offset that that by taking in to account the money we lost by finishing so low in the league, missing out on big home gates in the top six and paying vast amounts of wages to duds who are incapable of making an impact. Ellie won't be fit enough to get sold this window therefore it appears we are shopping in poundland again.Wasn't the offset the £5 million the Gordons converted debt for equity? There was then the £2.2 million from Board investment.This plus the £6 million BK money - doesn't add up (not on the face of it).Understand we missed out on a lot of prize money/gate money/season ticket sales and don't know how much that equates to but would be more than surprised if we don't have cash to spend.We have also shipped out around 20 odd bodies (appreciate some of those would have required a pay off but also end of contract/loans in there and cash in for Henderson).If we are short of cash it's even more baffling that with BK on an astronomical salary and with the resources available through the multi club set up that there was a need not only to bring in MacKay as SportinhbDirector but to be creating a new (as yet unexplained) post for Marshall.I'm at a loss with Hibs just now and the radio silence isn't helping, neither is the lack of signings in terms of shifting season tickets

[Dmas]

Wasn't the offset the £5 million the Gordons converted debt for equity? There was then the £2.2 million from Board investment.This plus the £6 million BK money - doesn't add up (not on the face of it).Understand we missed out on a lot of prize money/gate money/season ticket sales and don't know how much that equates to but would be more than surprised if we don't have cash to spend.We have also shipped out around 20 odd bodies (appreciate some of those would have required a pay off but also end of contract/loans in there and cash in for Henderson).If we are short of cash it's even more baffling that with BK on an astronomical salary and with the resources available through the multi club set up that there was a need not only to bring in MacKay as SportinhbDirector but to be creating a new (as yet unexplained) post for Marshall.I'm at a loss with Hibs just now and the radio silence isn't helping, neither is the lack of signings in terms of shifting season tickets

Has there been a role created for Marshall? Or has Eddie mays role been renamed? I’m sure MM gave an explanation on Marshall’s role and it involved finding loan moves to suit players development, Eddies previous role was Loans manager, I know he’s also thrown in that he’s involved in recruitment in someway I think that’s to satisfy Marshall’s sporting director qualifications and ambitions but in effect he’s taken Eddie Mays old job.

[Hibernian Verse]

Really could do with a signing tomorrow. If not and things don’t go well v Peterhead then it’s going to get messy.


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Brightside seemed to think we had a striker imminent, hopefully today. Wee boost before the game and another 5 goals and we can look forward to St Mirren.

[Ozyhibby]

Has there been a role created for Marshall? Or has Eddie mays role been renamed? I’m sure MM gave an explanation on Marshall’s role and it involved finding loan moves to suit players development, Eddies previous role was Loans manager, I know he’s also thrown in that he’s involved in recruitment in someway I think that’s to satisfy Marshall’s sporting director qualifications and ambitions but in effect he’s taken Eddie Mays old job.

I’m sure they can make enough work to keep themselves busy.
I just think we are getting a little bit fat round the middle.
All the extra money we generate is being spent on the training centre and non playing staff. And every little improvement the coaching staff want down there gets approved.
The thing is, the coaching staff and middle management appreciate and get more out of the wonderful facilities than the players. When it comes down to it, the players just want paid and a pitch to train on.
HTC is not making players better. It hasn’t made us better than our rivals with far less facilities than us. It’s a nice place to work though for the staff.


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[MWHIBBIES]

Really could do with a signing tomorrow. If not and things don’t go well v Peterhead then it’s going to get messy.


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We'll smash Peterhead regardless

[Broken Gnome]

Irish article on Josh O'Connors move ...
https://www.rte.ie/sport/soccer/2024/0725/1461882-dundalk-sign-hibs-striker-oconnor-on-loan/

I didn't realise they were doing so badly. 17 goals in 24 games is absolutely rank.

[Callum_62]

The thing is, the coaching staff and middle management appreciate and get more out of the wonderful facilities than the players. When it comes down to it, the players just want paid and a pitch to train on.
HTC is not making players better. It hasn’t made us better than our rivals with far less facilities than us. It’s a nice place to work though for the staff.

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For a persons who's career is footballer I'm pretty sure the facilities there work has plays a part in there decision to join or not

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[GreenPJ]

I’m sure they can make enough work to keep themselves busy.
I just think we are getting a little bit fat round the middle.
All the extra money we generate is being spent on the training centre and non playing staff. And every little improvement the coaching staff want down there gets approved.
The thing is, the coaching staff and middle management appreciate and get more out of the wonderful facilities than the players. When it comes down to it, the players just want paid and a pitch to train on.
HTC is not making players better. It hasn’t made us better than our rivals with far less facilities than us. It’s a nice place to work though for the staff.


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That is worrying - what sort of things are the coaching staff asking for?

[KeithWright9]

Paid for the woman’s team to go on a pre season training camp, must have cost a few quid that 😂😂

Just no need for a post like this , takes me back to 1975 🙈

[Brightside]

Brightside seemed to think we had a striker imminent, hopefully today. Wee boost before the game and another 5 goals and we can look forward to St Mirren.

Very very close was the chat at the game.

[Fuzzywuzzy]

More likely if we lose our first league game with this squad it will start to get messy. We might not even see Kensall in hospitality for a while..

He'll be in section 18 with block 7 banging the drum

[Crab apple]

Very very close was the chat at the game.

It would be great if he was of similar quality to Maolida? Fraser Hornby wouldn't fit that bill.

[Tyler Durden]

I’m sure they can make enough work to keep themselves busy.
I just think we are getting a little bit fat round the middle.
All the extra money we generate is being spent on the training centre and non playing staff. And every little improvement the coaching staff want down there gets approved.
The thing is, the coaching staff and middle management appreciate and get more out of the wonderful facilities than the players. When it comes down to it, the players just want paid and a pitch to train on.
HTC is not making players better. It hasn’t made us better than our rivals with far less facilities than us. It’s a nice place to work though for the staff.


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Some amount of nonsense you concoct to moan about.

[at last 61]

What happened with the 19 year old from Bournemouth who was shown round east mains last Monday, maybe a delay in his signing

[tonyrougier123]

Hibs by bringing in so few players have essentially stood still to this point. Yes we’ve managed to clear a good portion of wages and even gained some incoming revenue through squad sales.

We have a squad full of players who aren’t necessarily bad players but just not right for us.
Clearly it’s been a challenge in itself to find clubs for some,but with time to go I really do think by the end of the transfer window the squad will look quite different.
There will obviously be incoming players but we shouldn’t rush into that as frustrating as that is,I think it’s clear where we need players and the football minded people at the club will be aware of what is needed.
Malky Mackay will be integral and despite the jobs for the boys noise this is the most pro football appointment we have made in years. He will clear the decks and stop this train of players that aren’t at the standard or types needed for us to progress.(well done McPherson)

The bill Foley element is purely an investment and it’s important we stay the road we are on, despite Foley openly criticising how we do things it’s important to understand. A) we hired a sporting director who knows the game and league. B) appointed a very club orientated coaching team.
Hibs are despite the feeling of apathy and the odd frustration in a very good position to move forward at pace once we achieve the early goals of transition in terms of squad and co-ownership.

The stadium is beautiful,primed now for a club our size and whilst the support can be a bit divided at times we have a home to be proud of.
Healthy income generated through advertising and corporate events, not to mention superb hospitality and facilities. We need to super maximise that revenue when spending on the team.

I predict the season ahead will be a bit cagey for hibs, teams around have recruited well and first two games might provide a bit more nervousness towards the hierarchy at the club,but in saying that if we start well we will be in an even greater place strategically and that will be of benefit to all. I do feel it’s massively important we stay the road trust the process, and let’s try not to expect too much too soon.

We all like to see money spent on the team, my main frustration has been missing out on some sensible signings in the meantime that could help in the short term but I remain hopeful we will recruit well by end of August.

Stay positive hibees. GGTTH

[bingo70]

What happened with the 19 year old from Bournemouth who was shown round east mains last Monday, maybe a delay in his signing

Who is that? First I’ve heard of that?

Daniel Adu-Adjei perhaps?

[Gordy M]

Hibs by bringing in so few players have essentially stood still to this point. Yes we’ve managed to clear a good portion of wages and even gained some incoming revenue through squad sales.We have a squad full of players who aren’t necessarily bad players but just not right for us.Clearly it’s been a challenge in itself to find clubs for some,but with time to go I really do think by the end of the transfer window the squad will look quite different.There will obviously be incoming players but we shouldn’t rush into that as frustrating as that is,I think it’s clear where we need players and the football minded people at the club will be aware of what is needed.Malky Mackay will be integral and despite the jobs for the boys noise this is the most pro football appointment we have made in years. He will clear the decks and stop this train of players that aren’t at the standard or types needed for us to progress.(well done McPherson)The bill Foley element is purely an investment and it’s important we stay the road we are on, despite Foley openly criticising how we do things it’s important to understand. A) we hired a sporting director who knows the game and league. B) appointed a very club orientated coaching team.Hibs are despite the feeling of apathy and the odd frustration in a very good position to move forward at pace once we achieve the early goals of transition in terms of squad and co-ownership.The stadium is beautiful,primed now for a club our size and whilst the support can be a bit divided at times we have a home to be proud of.Healthy income generated through advertising and corporate events, not to mention superb hospitality and facilities. We need to super maximise that revenue when spending on the team.I predict the season ahead will be a bit cagey for hibs, teams around have recruited well and first two games might provide a bit more nervousness towards the hierarchy at the club,but in saying that if we start well we will be in an even greater place strategically and that will be of benefit to all. I do feel it’s massively important we stay the road trust the process, and let’s try not to expect too much too soon.We all like to see money spent on the team, my main frustration has been missing out on some sensible signings in the meantime that could help in the short term but I remain hopeful we will recruit well by end of August. Stay positive hibees. GGTTHHope all that is true, love a positive post like this. I think we will do ok this season. Few players in and it will all look a lot better imo.

[WeAreHibs]

Paid for the woman’s team to go on a pre season training camp, must have cost a few quid that 😂😂

Agreed!

[Ozyhibby]

Some amount of nonsense you concoct to moan about.

All I’m really moaning about is the results. I didn’t concoct them.


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