Summer transfer thread 2024/25

[hibbydog]

I could live without McCowan if we signed 2 centre halfs and a
Left back.

We’re crying out for a big aggressive brute at the back. Not Rocky, someone less clumsy who makes less mistakes. And they need to be a big leader/ organiser to stop all these lapses in concentration.

[Ronniekirk]

The latest EEN article today quotes gray as saying areas we might do bussiness in and saying there may be outgoings .
But didn’t sound like anything imminent and no mention of the Dundee player So if that one was dead in the water you would think he would say we have now moved onto other targets
So looks like Friday could be a busy day with ins and outs

this is from EEN


Gray, who still expects to be offered other valuable targets from within Foley’s network of clubs, hopes Hibs will be busy before Friday. As well as chasing a central defender to augment the trio of Warren O’Hora, Marvin Ekpiteta and Rocky Bushiri, Hibs remain open to suggestions when it comes to strengthening their options at centre forward and in central midfield – regardless of Dundee’s final decision on the £750,000 offer for Luke McCowan lodged earlier in the window.

[Pytheas]

Trying to be diplomatic in case he does sign 😃

He is absolute f***** turnips.

[Jock O]

Hodge signed for Huddersfield today, so one or both party must have decided move not for them.

[Heisenberg]

Scott Burns saying all bids been rejected for McCowan.

[Iain G]

Scott Burns saying all bids been rejected for McCowan.

What about McGowan? 🤣

[Paulie Walnuts]

Scott Burns saying all bids been rejected for McCowan.

Can never remember who were supposed to trust in the journalistic world as generally speaking, they’re usually guff. Is he to be trusted?

[Unseen work]

https://youtu.be/grb_8pfbXWs?si=62t7TAb2YJKXfkpv

Sign him

[Stuart93]

Can never remember who were supposed to trust in the journalistic world as generally speaking, they’re usually guff. Is he to be trusted?

Na. He doesn’t like hibs.

He’s the one that goes “hibs looking to sign”

Knows they’re about to be unveiled elsewhere then goes

“Hibs miss out on”

Best ignored

[Heisenberg]

Na. He doesn’t like hibs.

He’s the one that goes “hibs looking to sign”

Knows they’re about to be unveiled elsewhere then goes

“Hibs miss out on”

Best ignored

That is a classic move of his, Clark Robertson a personal favourite of mine. He does get plenty things right though so could well be spot on with this.

[Ralphy C]

Oh jesus, now it's party politics...
lol:greengrin

[ElginHibbie]

Can never remember who were supposed to trust in the journalistic world as generally speaking, they’re usually guff. Is he to be trusted?

Seems bad for dropping our name in to say other clubs have beaten us to signings we were never in for

A third bid being having been rejected wouldn’t be a surprise but I’d want conformation from another source

[chrisski33]

What about McCowan?

Clearly a typo! I doubt McCowan is signing, hope that clears it up for you.

[supermcginn]

I could live without McCowan if we signed 2 centre halfs and a
Left back.

We’re crying out for a big aggressive brute at the back. Not Rocky, someone less clumsy who makes less mistakes. And they need to be a big leader/ organiser to stop all these lapses in concentration.

Surely not, our midfield desperately needs quality, and creativity.

[jimbob07]

Princes St is a disgrace. Filthy, with what was left of the retail experience eaten up by the St James Quarter. They should turn it into residential properties, pavement cafes and restaurants and make the most of the spectacular view.
I agree completely was just talking to a friend last week and we both suggested your solution. Pavement cafes would be great

[babahibs]

Scott Burns LOL

[BoomtownHibees]

Scott Burns LOL

Has that good a record with Hibs signings that I’d expect McCowan to sign shortly.

Hibs Observer reporting latest offer still being considered

[TrinityHFC]

Where are you pulling that name from, something you’ve heard?

Quick search on Twitter would suggest Bolton fans don’t think much of him.

Another player permanently injured.

[eastmainsmsh]

Bring Back big Gogic play him at sweeper 😆

[MWHIBBIES]

Bring Back big Gogic play him at sweeper 😆

Rather just take the relegation without having to watch that.

[04Sauzee]

Celtic turn down 10m bid for Hatate.

Celtic fans would go into meltdown if they lost him after loosing O'Riley

[Phil MaGlass]

What did Brexit have to do with the £100's millions wasted on the ferries, I am all ears?

Or the 50 odd billion the tories stole from the public for their friends and paid for PPE. Ah sorry, came to the party late and was scrolling back, missed a few posts.

[Donegal Hibby]

Rather just take the relegation without having to watch that.

A player I think was underrated when he was at Hibs . I would have been happy if we had kept him .

[hibee-boys]

Preferred the Oasis puns to the incessant will he/wont he drama of the McCowan deal.

[BSEJVT]

If we could knock the political chat on the head straight away it would be much appreciated.

I have absolutely zero interest in hearing anyone on this board's political views.

[MWHIBBIES]

A player I think was underrated when he was at Hibs . I would have been happy if we had kept him .

Didn't got at all with how Maloney wanted to play. Wouldn't have got any games. Don't fully agree, although Gogic is very limited, so was Maloney.

[HoboHarry]

Preferred the Oasis puns to the incessant will he/wont he drama of the McCowan deal.
You just have to Roll With It....

[Hibernian Verse]

Preferred the Oasis puns to the incessant will he/wont he drama of the McCowan deal.

Hopefully we’re not looking back in…ah never mind

[Donegal Hibby]

Preferred the Oasis puns to the incessant will he/wont he drama of the McCowan deal.

Trust the process , it’s all part of The master plan.

[Real Emerald]

I can understand if there’s a sort of stand off with the McCowan deal but if we’re really going to bring in a few more (who knows), why is it all got to be last minute and possibly another game gone without new recruits bedding in. We can’t possibly be in the same last chance saloon with everyone we’re trying to bring in, can we?

Edit: that’s a bit of a rhetorical question really because we obviously must be. 😂

[Mcbizz1998]

The weeds everywhere, the state of the roundabouts and grass verges all over the city, the quality of the roads. Don’t tell me you haven’t noticed the deterioration over the last few years. There is no pride being taken in the appearance of the city these days. I go to Fife a lot and the difference is night and day. There was an even sharper contrast when I was in Ireland at the weekend. It’s my pet peeve just now. Maybe doesn’t bother some people but it gets my goat.


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Hardly means Edinburgh is a dump as you called it - and I very much doubt it would result in anyone preferring to live in ****ing Dundee or Fife for that matter 😂.

Don’t think McCowan is happening now and that’s a reflection on the state of Hibernian, not Edinburgh.

[tamig]

Hibs have brought in O'Hora and Expiteta, who were likely the recruitment teams' first choice. Both have already let Gray down with defensive mistakes which have cost us goals and points.

We have recruited a lot more very poor centre halfs than decent ones in recent years.

A couple of mistakes doesn’t make them very poor centre-halves. Show me any defender who hasn’t had a few bloopers. Give them a chance ffs.

[HoboHarry]

Hardly means Edinburgh is a dump as you called it - and I very much doubt it would result in anyone preferring to live in ****ing Dundee or Fife for that matter 😂.

Don’t think McCowan is happening now and that’s a reflection on the state of Hibernian, not Edinburgh.
There could be many reasons why Dundee wouldn't want to sell or indeed why McCowan would want to stay at Dundee but don't let that stop you beating Hibs with your social media stick....

[HoboHarry]

A couple of mistakes doesn’t make them very poor centre-halves. Show me any defender who hasn’t had a few bloopers. Give them a chance ffs.
:agree:

[JimBHibees]

A couple of mistakes doesn’t make them very poor centre-halves. Show me any defender who hasn’t had a few bloopers. Give them a chance ffs.

Totally agree

[Mcbizz1998]

There could be many reasons why Dundee wouldn't want to sell or indeed why McCowan would want to stay at Dundee but don't let that stop you beating Hibs with your social media stick....

I don’t have social media. You’ll need to enlighten me.

[easty]

A couple of mistakes doesn’t make them very poor centre-halves. Show me any defender who hasn’t had a few bloopers. Give them a chance ffs.

Correct

[GreenCastle]

Is Youan back training?

Will be like a new signing him coming back into the squad if fit again.

Really hope we can keep him.

[Hibernian Verse]

I don’t have social media. You’ll need to enlighten me.

This is social media

[Ozyhibby]

I could live without McCowan if we signed 2 centre halfs and a
Left back.

We’re crying out for a big aggressive brute at the back. Not Rocky, someone less clumsy who makes less mistakes. And they need to be a big leader/ organiser to stop all these lapses in concentration.

That’s would be a disaster. We need that midfield fixed.


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[hibee-boys]

Trust the process , it’s all part of The master plan.

…..that’s better😎

[Mcbizz1998]

This is social media

Oh ok so when he said I was beating hibs with my social media stick he just meant my hibs.net stick?

Gotcha 👍

[Hibernian Verse]

Oh ok so when he said I was beating hibs with my social media stick he just meant my hibs.net stick?

Gotcha 👍

I think that’s right yes

[Cabbage-Patch]

That’s would be a disaster. We need that midfield fixed.


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I don't think McCowan will sign however he was never going to fix it himself. We need 2 minimum CMs. Shaping up to be a frantic last 48 hours of the window.

What I hope we sign -

GK
CB
2CMS
Striker

What I actually think we will sign

CB
CM(not McCowan)

[Lago]

Surely not worse than Edinburgh which must have the worst kept roads in the world!
They'd give anywhere a run for their money. :agree:

[Joe6-2]

This must be the worst transfer thread ever

[IberianHibernian]

Is Youan back training?

Will be like a new signing him coming back into the squad if fit again.

Really hope we can keep him.Agree totally . If he wants to stay another year or even only till new year , we`ve got a fantastic player who is much better than majority of players at non OF clubs in our division . A player who entertains which is what we`ve been lacking for years .

[Brightside]

I don't think McCowan will sign however he was never going to fix it himself. We need 2 minimum CMs. Shaping up to be a frantic last 48 hours of the window.

What I hope we sign -

GK
CB
2CMS
Striker

What I actually think we will sign

CB
CM(not McCowan)

5. So that would be 14 new players. Mental.

[hibee-boys]

Agree totally . If he wants to stay another year or even only till new year , we`ve got a fantastic player who is much better than majority of players at non OF clubs in our division . A player who entertains which is what we`ve been lacking for years .

What’s Youan’s contract situation, 2025 or 26? Doubt the club will want to let it run down.

[Cabbage-Patch]

5. So that would be 14 new players. Mental.

You saying they aren't needed?

[Coco Bryce]

You saying they aren't needed?

Are you saying the 9 players we've signed aren't good enough?

If not. What makes you trust our recruitment team to get anymore signings right?

[Cabbage-Patch]

Are you saying the 9 players we've signed aren't good enough?

If not. What makes you trust our recruitment team to get anymore signings right?

Some of them don't appear to have improved us and no

[Col2]

There could be many reasons why Dundee wouldn't want to sell or indeed why McCowan would want to stay at Dundee but don't let that stop you beating Hibs with your social media stick....

Top target for us, looks like we failed to complete. You either get your targets in or you don’t and we look like we have failed again. “We tried” isn’t enough.

[Lago]

This must be the worst transfer thread ever
Probably because it's been pretty uninspiring in terms of Hibs transfer activity.

[AlbertK86]

Agree totally . If he wants to stay another year or even only till new year , we`ve got a fantastic player who is much better than majority of players at non OF clubs in our division . A player who entertains which is what we`ve been lacking for years .

And has a goal involvement comparable with McCowan over last couple of seasons.

Would love to see the team up


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[Coco Bryce]

Some of them don't appear to have improved us and no

I agree. Anti climax incoming.

[Eyrie]

Top target for us, looks like we failed to complete. You either get your targets in or you don’t and we look like we have failed again. “We tried” isn’t enough.

Surely that depends on the transfer fee and wage involved?

Hibs thought that both would be do-able but either Dundee had a higher value on the player then we did, or the player wanted a higher wage than we felt appropriate.

[Lago]

:aok:
Top target for us, looks like we failed to complete. You either get your targets in or you don’t and we look like we have failed again. “We tried” isn’t enough.

[HoboHarry]

Surely that depends on the transfer fee and wage involved?

Hibs thought that both would be do-able but either Dundee had a higher value on the player then we did, or the player wanted a higher wage than we felt appropriate.

Exactly right.

[Donegal Hibby]

Top target for us, looks like we failed to complete. You either get your targets in or you don’t and we look like we have failed again. “We tried” isn’t enough.

Have we failed ? Doesn’t appear to be any word on it anywhere apart from Scott burn’s saying it and let’s be honest if he told us it was raining outside we’d all look outside to see if it was …

[Col2]

Surely that depends on the transfer fee and wage involved?

Hibs thought that both would be do-able but either Dundee had a higher value on the player then we did, or the player wanted a higher wage than we felt appropriate.

Absolutely but we still didn’t get him. When the window closes we have a worse squad than Hearts and Aberdeen and Dundee IMO .

[LunasBoots]

Have we failed ? Doesn’t appear to be any word on it anywhere apart from Scott burn’s saying it and let’s be honest if he told us it was raining outside we’d all look outside to see if it was …

Burns isn't the best source, probably hear more tomorrow if it has been rejected

[04Sauzee]

Celtic COULD step up their interest in McCowan. So guesswork here

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/13441515/celtic-transfer-engels-trusty-valle-rodgers/?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=ScottishSunSportTwitter&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1724880776-1

[truehibernian]

Not sure why we are even bothering with McCowan, Lyall Cameron is twice the player and much better prospect for me.

[Real Emerald]

I agree. Anti climax incoming.

It’s kind of like saying “it doesn’t feel like Christmas”.

[04Sauzee]

Transfer news LIVE! ✍️

Dundee agree deal to sign Burnley-bound winger Julien Vetro on loan | @ScottBurns75

⬇️⬇️⬇️

dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football…

[Jim44]

Not sure why we are even bothering with McCowan, Lyall Cameron is twice the player and much better prospect for me.

Is he looking for a move away from Dundee at this stage? If not, with due respect, I’m not sure what point you’re making.

[Donegal Hibby]

Burns isn't the best source, probably hear more tomorrow if it has been rejected

If it’s rejected I think after all the talk/ rumours about McCowan the club will have another quality midfielder lined up though until we hear more there’s no point fretting about it .

I think the club are doing their best and we will sign a few players before the window closes .

[truehibernian]

Is he looking for a move away from Dundee at this stage? If not, with due respect, I’m not sure what point you’re making.

My point is I rate Cameron highly and he’s the player at their club I’d be targeting more than Luke McCowan

[AlbertK86]

If it’s rejected I think after all the talk/ rumours about McCowan the club will have another quality midfielder lined up though until we hear more there’s no point fretting about it .

I think the club are doing their best and we will sign a few players before the window closes .

Love your confidence


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[McGruber]

Transfer news LIVE! ✍️

Dundee agree deal to sign Burnley-bound winger Julien Vetro on loan | @ScottBurns75

⬇️⬇️⬇️

dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football…

Good to see somebody's English team's tie in is working

[Jim44]

My point is I rate Cameron highly and he’s the player at their club I’d be targeting more than Luke McCowan

I don’t dispute your opinion, but I assume we have targeted McCowan because he is looking for a big move away from Dundee, at this stage of his contract and career. Cameron on the other hand is flourishing at Dundee and might not be remotely interested in a move just now.

[Haymaker]

:hyper

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[Unseen work]

Cambridge fans at least seem to rate Iredale

https://x.com/cambridgeutdfc/status/1521806845291155457?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw

Tbf other than this season, seen quite a few positive tweets about him from Bolton fans. Also like he’s described as a “s***house”.

Don’t tend to take too much notice of other fans opinions - you just need to come on here to see how much fan opinion differs!

[Is It On....]

Hurry up Harry c'mon,start the thread on deadline day.

No I don't want a cup tea....

[Is It On....]

Yip on the grass looking sharp assuming that's current?

Can't be looking that sharp if he is on the grass 👀😂

[B.H.F.C]

Cambridge fans at least seem to rate Iredale

https://x.com/cambridgeutdfc/status/1521806845291155457?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw

Tbf other than this season, seen quite a few positive tweets about him from Bolton fans. Also like he’s described as a “s***house”.

Don’t tend to take too much notice of other fans opinions - you just need to come on here to see how much fan opinion differs!

Are we being linked with this guy?

If we are then it’s the type of signing I expect is to make in terms of it being someone that’ll cover centre back and left back.

[basehibby]

Probably because it's been pretty uninspiring in terms of Hibs transfer activity.

There is two days to go and we have already signed 9 players including 2 strikers who have already scored - with more almost certain to follow. Ergo you are talking out yer hoop!

[truehibernian]

I don’t dispute your opinion, but I assume we have targeted McCowan because he is looking for a big move away from Dundee, at this stage of his contract and career. Cameron on the other hand is flourishing at Dundee and might not be remotely interested in a move just now.

Cameron would be a SJM type signing - top player and prospect- I’m bemused why we are directing resources for McCowan when there’s a far better player in their ranks and worth pursuing more. I definitely wouldn’t be paying the amount we’ve bid for Luke McCowan, sorry, he’s not that good. Cameron is.

[Unseen work]

Are we being linked with this guy?

If we are then it’s the type of signing I expect is to make in terms of it being someone that’ll cover centre back and left back.

Someone mentioned left back was imminent and a couple later someone posted his name

No idea if accurate

[Cooshed Kid]

Well this is exciting. Don't think I have ever seen such transfer-window fatigue here before. Time to send the Hibs' elves back down the rumour-mines.

[JimBHibees]

Absolutely but we still didn’t get him. When the window closes we have a worse squad than Hearts and Aberdeen and Dundee IMO .

It hasn’t closed

[JimBHibees]

You saying they aren't needed?

No we don’t need 14 new players just a core of decent ones. Think the goalie and centre backs will be fine. Cadden provide decent left side cover. Bowie and Kuka are good quality. If Youan stays a positive for me. McCowan to me transforms the team as much for his attitude as his ability hope he signs. Kwon exactly the sort of player we need.

[JimBHibees]

Not sure why we are even bothering with McCowan, Lyall Cameron is twice the player and much better prospect for me.

Personally think both good Cameron obviously younger with more development potential. Genuinely don’t think we could afford him. McCowan attitude and intensity plus clear quality would transform our team. As for money you are right it is a lot however have little doubt we will get more out of him than say Vente.

[Nicho87]

Luke McCowan to Hibernian is almost sealed!

The deal is set to be up to 750k with a 10% sell on clause. 💯

The contract will last up to 2027 and will be seen as a key player who will start most matches.

Set to be announced in the next few days ⏳.


From an upcoming journalist on X

Duncan McLean

[Alfred E Newman]

It hasn’t closed

It doesn't close, it slams!

[CapitalGreen]

Luke McCowan to Hibernian is almost sealed!

The deal is set to be up to 750k with a 10% sell on clause. 💯

The contract will last up to 2027 and will be seen as a key player who will start most matches.

Set to be announced in the next few days ⏳.


From an upcoming journalist on X

Duncan McLean

Are you this gullible in real life or just on the internet?

[Bridge hibs]

Luke McCowan to Hibernian is almost sealed!

The deal is set to be up to 750k with a 10% sell on clause. 💯

The contract will last up to 2027 and will be seen as a key player who will start most matches.

Set to be announced in the next few days ⏳.


From an upcoming journalist on X

Duncan McLeanWill be seen as a key player who will start most matches, was that part written by a ten year old ?

[JimBHibees]

Luke McCowan to Hibernian is almost sealed!

The deal is set to be up to 750k with a 10% sell on clause. 💯

The contract will last up to 2027 and will be seen as a key player who will start most matches.

Set to be announced in the next few days ⏳.


From an upcoming journalist on X

Duncan McLean

Is he genuinely an upcoming journalist?

[04Sauzee]

Luke McCowan to Hibernian is almost sealed!

The deal is set to be up to 750k with a 10% sell on clause. 💯

The contract will last up to 2027 and will be seen as a key player who will start most matches.

Set to be announced in the next few days ⏳.


From an upcoming journalist on X

Duncan McLean

18 followers and his Twitter bio has him down as a ' media personality '

[JimBHibees]

It doesn't close, it slams!

Prefer a soft close 😄

[Nicho87]

Are you this gullible in real life or just on the internet?

Yes to both

[Smartie]

Cambridge fans at least seem to rate Iredale

https://x.com/cambridgeutdfc/status/1521806845291155457?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw

Tbf other than this season, seen quite a few positive tweets about him from Bolton fans. Also like he’s described as a “s***house”.

Don’t tend to take too much notice of other fans opinions - you just need to come on here to see how much fan opinion differs!

Is “s***house” a compliment or an insult?

Could be taken either way tbh.

[Bostonhibby]

18 followers and his Twitter bio has him down as a ' media personality 'Maybe we should sign him? Sounds like he has great sell on potential.



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[Ozyhibby]

My point is I rate Cameron highly and he’s the player at their club I’d be targeting more than Luke McCowan

People used to say Mcgeogh was better than McGinn as well. McCowan is the right one to be going for.


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[Ozyhibby]

There is two days to go and we have already signed 9 players including 2 strikers who have already scored - with more almost certain to follow. Ergo you are talking out yer hoop!

We’re also sitting in the relegation spots.


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[Albert Kidd 86’]

We’re also sitting in the relegation spots.


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:na na:Only 35 games to save ourselves and a massive 2 pts needed to get out of “danger”…:na na:

calm yer jets man.

[Bridge hibs]

We’re also sitting in the relegation spots.


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Oh come on ffs its 3 games in, by that token Aberdeen are sitting in a Champs league spot and currently challenging celtc for the title and hearts are battling it out with us at the bottom 🤣

Lets see the table after 33 games and not 3

[WestStandWillie]

I sincerely hope we have a few other irons in the fire if/when the McCowan deal blows up in our face.

Can feel a panic buy deadline day coming via the reduced bucket you find in shops

[flash]

Celtic now in for another midfielder.

Pretty clear they will only go for McCowan if all else fails.

[Dalianwanda]

I sincerely hope we have a few other irons in the fire if/when the McCowan deal blows up in our face.

Can feel a panic buy deadline day coming via the reduced bucket you find in shops

Do you honestly think we have no one else in mind? That we only work on one deal at a time?

If we sign anyone tomorrow does that automatically make them a panic buy?

[Cooshed Kid]

Do you honestly think we have no one else in mind? That we only work on one deal at a time?

If we sign anyone tomorrow does that automatically make them a panic buy?

No it doesn't. And even if he has a "best before" stamped on him it's probably safe to ignore. It's only there at the insistence of the lawyers.

[Cooshed Kid]

The real fun of the window is when the dominos start to fall late on and some really unexpected gems come onto the market, if you're lucky enough to get them. It hasn't been our fate recently, or am I forgetting someone?

[Hibernian Verse]

The real fun of the window is when the dominos start to fall late on and some really unexpected gems come onto the market, if you're lucky enough to get them. It hasn't been our fate recently, or am I forgetting someone?

Myziane

[WestStandWillie]

Do you honestly think we have no one else in mind? That we only work on one deal at a time?

If we sign anyone tomorrow does that automatically make them a panic buy?

Mayenda - panic buy
Triantis - panic buy
Hoppe - panic buy
Bojang - what's worse than a panic buy?

We've got a very bad habit of signing players late in the day and they add nothing.

[Paulie Walnuts]

Myziane

Did he not sign in the middle of the window?

[WestStandWillie]

Myziane

Was more of a right place at the right time - sure that came about same as Marcondes during that winter training session.

[Cooshed Kid]

Myziane

Jeez, of course, he was late in January wasn't he? I was really thinking of the summer window. In January we always seem to be rectifying mistakes made in the summer or filling gaps we couldn't.

[Dalianwanda]

Mayenda - panic buy
Triantis - panic buy
Hoppe - panic buy
Bojang - what's worse than a panic buy?

We've got a very bad habit of signing players late in the day and they add nothing.

Can you name any teams that won’t be trying to get someone in before the window slams? You’ve been pretty selective in the names you’ve highlighted who weren’t all end of window buys or failures.. Doesn’t matter when they are signed they all come with an element of risk…Especially in the market we’re shopping.

We don’t know what works been going on or for what length of time. Whether we wait to see if anyone pops up tmrw that was previously unattainable or whether our deal is the best on offer for a player to accept we’ve tracked for ages.

calling anyone we potentially sign tmrw a panic buy isn’t really setting them up for success.

[Heisenberg]

Mayenda - panic buy
Triantis - panic buy
Hoppe - panic buy
Bojang - what's worse than a panic buy?

We've got a very bad habit of signing players late in the day and they add nothing.

Triantis wasn’t a panic buy, Monty was after him for the whole transfer window but Sunderland only made him available at the end. He was pish though

[AlbertK86]

Mayenda - panic buy
Triantis - panic buy
Hoppe - panic buy
Bojang - what's worse than a panic buy?

We've got a very bad habit of signing players late in the day and they add nothing.

Once Triantis was moved to midfield he did very well for us


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[Cooshed Kid]

Once Triantis was moved to midfield he did very well for us


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Agreed. I'd have been very happy with him as our DM but not as a stand-in CB.

[easty]

Once Triantis was moved to midfield he did very well for us


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This gets so over-exaggerated.

[Since90+2]

This gets so over-exaggerated.

Aye. Think saying "very well" is stretching things a tad. He was better there than centre half admittedly.

[Coco Bryce]

Once Triantis was moved to midfield he did very well for us


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'Very well' nah.

He did OK in a shocking midfield.

[CapitalGreen]

Mayenda - panic buy
Triantis - panic buy
Hoppe - panic buy
Bojang - what's worse than a panic buy?

We've got a very bad habit of signing players late in the day and they add nothing.

Bojang was signed in June

Mayenda is a decent player who should have got more of a chance.

[CapitalGreen]

'Very well' nah.

He did OK in a shocking midfield.

He was our best midfielder at the end of last season, not that it’s saying much.

[WestStandWillie]

Bournemouth just signed another goalie.

We should be asking to take Will Dennis on loan instead of being stuck with Les Dennis

[KeithWright9]

Bournemouth just signed another goalie.

We should be asking to take Will Dennis on loan instead of being stuck with Les Dennis

We’re really giving this 23 year old keeper a right good chance here….

[bingo70]

We’re really giving this 23 year old keeper a right good chance here….

Whilst I understand your sentiments, I agree with the need to replace him.

Remember this 23 year old goalie is only on a season long loan, if he needs time to develop and settle into being first team goalie, that’s not what we need right now.

[blackpoolhibs]

Once Triantis was moved to midfield he did very well for us


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Very well?

We finished 8th, he was a terrible centre half, and an ok midfielder.

[Unseen work]

Was more of a right place at the right time - sure that came about same as Marcondes during that winter training session.

So the club just don’t get any credit for signing a player like him?

But criticised for everyone that doesn’t come off?

[K-Zazu]

Whatever happened to Hoppe? Completely forgot about him being here.

[Cooshed Kid]

Whilst I understand your sentiments, I agree with the need to replace him.

Remember this 23 year old goalie is only on a season long loan, if he needs time to develop and settle into being first team goalie, that’s not what we need right now.

:thumbsup:

If we're serious about trying to be in Europe next summer then in my view we don't want any loanee as keeper. We need our own man now solidifying a rapport with his defence throughout this season not trying to do it next pre-season.

[Gordy M]

Whilst I understand your sentiments, I agree with the need to replace him.

Remember this 23 year old goalie is only on a season long loan, if he needs time to develop and settle into being first team goalie, that’s not what we need right now.

Would Will Dennis not be a loan as well?

[Wilson]

Whatever happened to Hoppe? Completely forgot about him being here.

He took a skip and a jump.

[04Sauzee]

Scott Burns on twitter posting as there is a bit of a spat between Hibs and Dundee fans. Anyway his tweet

We were at Dundee's press conference yesterday. We asked the manager and staff about the Luke McCowan situation and were told there were are no active bids.

https://i.ibb.co/vLL4x6x/Screenshot-20240829-091636.png (https://ibb.co/h22FRJR)

[AlbertK86]

This gets so over-exaggerated.

All about opinions.

I respect yours but still think he was very good in there. Strong physical presence who broke up play, could carry the ball and had a very good range of passing.

SDG clearly thought he was good there as he put him straight into that role when he was temp at end of season.


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[AlbertK86]

Scott Burns on twitter posting as there is a bit of a spat between Hibs and Dundee fans. Anyway his tweet

We were at Dundee's press conference yesterday. We asked the manager and staff about the Luke McCowan situation and were told there were are no active bids.

https://i.ibb.co/vLL4x6x/Screenshot-20240829-091636.png (https://ibb.co/h22FRJR)

Maybe not live as bid accepted and formalise being sorted ??

Probably clutching at straws [emoji2375]


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[WestStandWillie]

Scott Burns on twitter posting as there is a bit of a spat between Hibs and Dundee fans. Anyway his tweet

We were at Dundee's press conference yesterday. We asked the manager and staff about the Luke McCowan situation and were told there were are no active bids.

https://i.ibb.co/vLL4x6x/Screenshot-20240829-091636.png (https://ibb.co/h22FRJR)

Patrick at the Hibs Observer is usually fairly on the button. Scott Burns, on the other hand, is a wee **** stirring trumpet.

[Aldo]

Scott Burns on twitter posting as there is a bit of a spat between Hibs and Dundee fans. Anyway his tweet

We were at Dundee's press conference yesterday. We asked the manager and staff about the Luke McCowan situation and were told there were are no active bids.

https://i.ibb.co/vLL4x6x/Screenshot-20240829-091636.png (https://ibb.co/h22FRJR)

So after saying this bid now that bid etc has been rejected he’s tweeted there’s no active bids.

What a walloper.

Scott Burns loves a negative Hibs spin.

[Heisenberg]

Scott Burns on twitter posting as there is a bit of a spat between Hibs and Dundee fans. Anyway his tweet

We were at Dundee's press conference yesterday. We asked the manager and staff about the Luke McCowan situation and were told there were are no active bids.

https://i.ibb.co/vLL4x6x/Screenshot-20240829-091636.png (https://ibb.co/h22FRJR)

If that’s true I hope we’ve given up at £750k, paying more would be mental. Crowley certainly looked an interesting shout from the limited amount of stuff I saw of him

[Since90+2]

So after saying this bid now that bid etc has been rejected he’s tweeted there’s no active bids.

What a walloper.

Scott Burns loves a negative Hibs spin.

To be fair if the bid has been rejected and we haven't put another in there wouldn't be an active bid on the table.

We'll find out in the next 24 hours anyway. My hunch is he'll be a Hibs player.

[Since452]

Very well?

We finished 8th, he was a terrible centre half, and an ok midfielder.

Yup. We've set the bar extremely low if we think Triantis did very well in midfield.

[Aldo]

To be fair if the bid has been rejected and we haven't put another in there wouldn't be an active bid on the table.

We'll find out in the next 24 hours anyway. My hunch is he'll be a Hibs player.

Totally however there’s nowhere reporting the bids been rejected.

Yeah we sure will and I think he will be too!

[TrinityHFC]

Would Will Dennis not be a loan as well?

Will Dennis had also only played a few non league games before his Kilmarnock loan. He also made a number of early mistakes including an own goal against Hearts and he thanked the fans at some point for sticking by him and helping him develop.

Perhaps we just let our own keeper who is more experienced and is highly rated get on with it?

[Alfred E Newman]

Whatever happened to Hoppe? Completely forgot about him being here.

We've no Hoppe.

[AlbertK86]

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/sport/football/dundee-fc/5070495/dundee-tony-docherty-huge-talent-sammy-braybrooke-further-signings-luke-mccowan/


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[Paulie Walnuts]

https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/sport/football/dundee-fc/5070495/dundee-tony-docherty-huge-talent-sammy-braybrooke-further-signings-luke-mccowan/


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Whilst not confirming there’s one outstanding, he certainly seems to be alluding to the fact that they’ve got no current bids open imo. Whether that’s just to please Dundee fans or not and there is actually a bid open is anyone’s guess.

[AlbertK86]

Whilst not confirming there’s one outstanding, he certainly seems to be alluding to the fact that they’ve got no current bids open imo. Whether that’s just to please Dundee fans or not and there is actually a bid open is anyone’s guess.

Choosing his words carefully.


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[bingo70]

Would Will Dennis not be a loan as well?

Yeah, I’ve no problem with a loan for a season or two, they just need to be ready for the pressures of first team football and able to hit the ground running.

Signing a goalie as a sort of project and hoping he comes good at some point seems pointless if we only have him for a season.

[Brightside]

Whilst not confirming there’s one outstanding, he certainly seems to be alluding to the fact that they’ve got no current bids open imo. Whether that’s just to please Dundee fans or not and there is actually a bid open is anyone’s guess.

At no point does he say our bid has been knocked back. Scott Burns is a prick of a man.

[Paulie Walnuts]

At no point does he say our bid has been knocked back. Scott Burns is a prick of a man.

Hence my first sentence..

[GreenCastle]

I think a new keeper is the most important signing right now.

As much as the midfield need at least another 2 to improve us - a solid keeper will go a long way to make us better.

It would be a gutsy move but having watched the equaliser on Saturday again I’m actually amazed it wasn’t saved - better keeper saves it and we win 2-1 maybe (still wrong sub bringing Rocky on).

[Heisenberg]

I think a new keeper is the most important signing right now.

As much as the midfield need at least another 2 to improve us - a solid keeper will go a long way to make us better.

It would be a gutsy move but having watched the equaliser on Saturday again I’m actually amazed it wasn’t saved - better keeper saves it and we win 2-1 maybe (still wrong sub bringing Rocky on).

Again though, if O’Hora defends the situation properly we win 2-1. Plenty involved in the goals we’ve conceded so far not just the keeper

[GreenCastle]

Again though, if O’Hora defends the situation properly we win 2-1. Plenty involved in the goals we’ve conceded so far not just the keeper

Agreed stop the source - but you could take it back to a decent keeper taking a goal kick and getting it into the other teams half - not putting it straight out under zero pressure and giving Dundee a throw in.

He had a chance to redeem himself with a save but his body shape was all wrong and it’s a goal.

[Hibernian Verse]

Will Dennis had also only played a few non league games before his Kilmarnock loan. He also made a number of early mistakes including an own goal against Hearts and he thanked the fans at some point for sticking by him and helping him develop.

Perhaps we just let our own keeper who is more experienced and is highly rated get on with it?

He got an own goal against us as well

[AlbertK86]

At no point does he say our bid has been knocked back. Scott Burns is a prick of a man.

I wish you would stop being so subtle mate [emoji2957][emoji16][emoji122]

And yep that is my take. Docherty is choosing his words very carefully.


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[TrinityHFC]

I think a new keeper is the most important signing right now.

As much as the midfield need at least another 2 to improve us - a solid keeper will go a long way to make us better.

It would be a gutsy move but having watched the equaliser on Saturday again I’m actually amazed it wasn’t saved - better keeper saves it and we win 2-1 maybe (still wrong sub bringing Rocky on).


I think it has been hugely over stated so far. He hasn’t been amazing. Hasn’t been terrible. The over analysis of every goal is draining.

Any new keeper will take time to settle. The keepers who are being talked about as replacements have had the same at their previous clubs.

I’d be amazed if we are considering another goalkeeper.

[Since90+2]

I think it has been hugely over stated so far. He hasn’t been amazing. Hasn’t been terrible. The over analysis of every goal is draining.

Any new keeper will take time to settle. The keepers who are being talked about as replacements have had the same at their previous clubs.

I’d be amazed if we are considering another goalkeeper.

IMO keepers should settle into a team far quicker than an outfield player. They don't have to learn a new system, how and when we press, learning the strength and weaknesses of teammates and when to cover, where they like to receive the ball ect.

A goalkeeper is very much a solo position and when it comes to shot stopping for instance it's the exact same requirement regardless of what team you play for.

[GreenCastle]

I think it has been hugely over stated so far. He hasn’t been amazing. Hasn’t been terrible. The over analysis of every goal is draining.

Any new keeper will take time to settle. The keepers who are being talked about as replacements have had the same at their previous clubs.

I’d be amazed if we are considering another goalkeeper.

I really don’t - I just think some folk are clueless on here and have no idea about the role of a GK and positioning / body shape and a keeper who can do the basics.

It’s not a position we need someone to take time to settle - we need a solid keeper who wins us games and points. Would actually just be happy if they make some saves. He’s played 7 games and can’t think of 1 save he’s made and I’ve thought that’s a good save that was going in. Correct me if I’m wrong ?

I wasn’t booing him at the weekend but will keep arguing that we 100% need better.

[TrinityHFC]

I really don’t - I just think some folk are clueless on here and have no idea about the role of a GK and positioning / body shape and a keeper who can do the basics.

It’s not a position we need someone to take time to settle - we need a solid keeper who wins us games and points. Would actually just be happy if they make some saves. He’s played 7 games and can’t think of 1 save he’s made and I’ve thought that’s a good save that was going in. Correct me if I’m wrong ?

I wasn’t booing him at the weekend but will keep arguing that we 100% need better.

So you are saying you know more about his positioning and body shape than he does? Otherwise he’d be doing it right eh?

You think it is likely a guy who is 24, has England under 21 caps. Won a World Cup tournament and has over 100 senior appearances with over 50 of those in the Championship doesn’t know how to be a goalkeeper?

[GreenCastle]

So you are saying you know more about his positioning and body shape than he does? Otherwise he’d be doing it right eh?

You think it is likely a guy who is 24, has England under 21 caps. Won a World Cup tournament and has over 100 senior appearances with over 50 of those in the Championship doesn’t know how to be a goalkeeper?

I think there are a few reasons he’s ended up at Hibs and not pushed on to a higher level. I’ve watched enough football and goalkeepers to understand a what a competent keeper looks like.

Let’s wait and see but I’m far from convinced so far and by the way I’m not saying get rid just think he’s more of a back up keeper.

Also just because Samson is a GK coach doesn’t mean he’s amazing - don’t rate him as a GK coach either and many Aberdeen fans had similar views.

[Paulie Walnuts]

So you are saying you know more about his positioning and body shape than he does? Otherwise he’d be doing it right eh?

You think it is likely a guy who is 24, has England under 21 caps. Won a World Cup tournament and has over 100 senior appearances with over 50 of those in the Championship doesn’t know how to be a goalkeeper?

Ekpiteta played a ***** back pass recently. I don’t need to ‘know more about being a footballer’ than he does to be able to say that.

The keeper has been awful. Fans of his previous clubs agreed he was awful.

[Donegal Hibby]

The defending for most of the goals we have lost has been terrible . I don’t know how good/bad he is but we have to defend much better than we have been doing.

[Smartie]

Yup. We've set the bar extremely low if we think Triantis did very well in midfield.

Very well might be pushing it, but I thought he was acceptable there.

Over that period there’s been an awful lot more “unacceptable” in our midfield.

I’m sure someone said over the past few days that we’ve won 5 of our last 24 league. A few of those wins will have had Triantis in midfield, which I think he improved. The win stats for a midfield without Triantis over last season and this are probably eye-wateringly poor.

[bingo70]

So you are saying you know more about his positioning and body shape than he does? Otherwise he’d be doing it right eh?

You think it is likely a guy who is 24, has England under 21 caps. Won a World Cup tournament and has over 100 senior appearances with over 50 of those in the Championship doesn’t know how to be a goalkeeper?

I don’t really care about those things to be honest and I’m not claiming to know the technicalities of the position however I think he has looked absolutely dreadful so far and I don’t want to be relying on him possibly coming good. I want a keeper we can rely on now. His age has sort of been used as a defence for him so far but i don’t think it should be when it’s a short term loan agreement.

[One Day Soon]

So you are saying you know more about his positioning and body shape than he does? Otherwise he’d be doing it right eh?

You think it is likely a guy who is 24, has England under 21 caps. Won a World Cup tournament and has over 100 senior appearances with over 50 of those in the Championship doesn’t know how to be a goalkeeper?


His past stats aren't doing a particularly good job of keeping goal for Hibs.

[Cocaine&Caviar]

Not sure if mentioned, Joe Hodge (Wolves) loan to Huddersfield

[Sioux]

Ekpiteta played a ***** back pass recently. I don’t need to ‘know more about being a footballer’ than he does to be able to say that.

The keeper has been awful. Fans of his previous clubs agreed he was awful.

The loudest fans on forums are generally critical. Best ignored.

[One Day Soon]

I don’t really care about those things to be honest and I’m not claiming to know the technicalities of the position however I think he has looked absolutely dreadful so far and I don’t want to be relying on him possibly coming good. I want a keeper we can rely on now. His age has sort of been used as a defence for him so far but i don’t think it should be when it’s a short term loan agreement.

Nonsense. Long term improvement is apparently the name of the game which conveniently means we can't have success right away, or improvement right away...

But you'd imagine that improvement needs to at least START somewhere at some point :confused:

[Paulie Walnuts]

The loudest fans on forums are generally critical. Best ignored.

Not really best ignored or else you’ll just end up ignoring valid criticism.

[flash]

Not really best ignored or else you’ll just end up ignoring valid criticism.

As well as a shed load of wind and pish.

[degenerated]

Yeah, I’ve no problem with a loan for a season or two, they just need to be ready for the pressures of first team football and able to hit the ground running.

Signing a goalie as a sort of project and hoping he comes good at some point seems pointless if we only have him for a season.Assuming we're also talking about bursik here?
Would a project not be someone young with limited experience rather than someone in their mid 20s with 50 games under his belt at what is arguably a bigger club in a better league than the one he is at now?

Granted he has had a few howlers but lets give him more than a few games before writing him off.

[Paulie Walnuts]

As well as a shed load of wind and pish.

And you get that on the other side of the spectrum as well. People still claim Nick Montgomery is a good manager ffs.

[One Day Soon]

As well as a shed load of wind and pish.

Bit harsh on the happy clappers that

[flash]

Bit harsh on the happy clappers that

There's plenty of this on both sides to be fair.

[greenlex]

Not really best ignored or else you’ll just end up ignoring valid criticism.
I really don’t mind criticism to be honest. It’s the constant same pish from the same folk over and over and over that’s bringing the debate and site down. It’s like they can’t wait to get stuck in. You don’t get that much from the less negative posters.

[Donegal Hibby]

Funny the goalkeeper position is the one when there’s a mistake made gets highlighted far more than an outfield player, not saying bursik hasn’t made mistakes though the vast bulk of them so far has came from a outfield player and in some cases more than one.

A new keeper and two new centre half’s will probably need more time to adjust ….

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-defence-in-focus-can-collective-approach-prevent-individual-errors-4760226

[.Sean.]

I can’t believe that after signing two ‘starting’ centre halfs and two goalies the majority of us are still thinking we need a first choice number 1 and another centre half. Sums up how bad our recruitment has been in recent years, heads should roll

[expresso]

McCowan to Celtic as squad filler tomorrow
£1m is chicken feed to them and he’ll help beef up the domestic team given new enlarged CL format

[AlbertK86]

McCowan to Celtic as squad filler tomorrow
£1m is chicken feed to them and he’ll help beef up the domestic team given new enlarged CL format

Are you guessing or something you have been told


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[04Sauzee]

Some talk from fans of french club Clermont about Youan

https://i.ibb.co/Rg7WwyM/Screenshot-20240829-105738.png (https://ibb.co/Prt8HQb)

[expresso]

Are you guessing or something you have been told


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Just speculating it sounds like Dundee hope for this as we’ll probably player too
Think we should have moved on ages ago

[NAE NOOKIE]

McCowan to Celtic as squad filler tomorrow
£1m is chicken feed to them and he’ll help beef up the domestic team given new enlarged CL format

At this point it's not just whether we sign McCowan or not. It's if we don't get him who do we have lined up for a midfield that clearly needs strengthened before the window closes.

[Col2]

Not sure if mentioned, Joe Hodge (Wolves) loan to Huddersfield

Our targets are dropping like flies.

When do we say - the process cannot be trusted👀

[EGL2000]

I think the criticism of bursic is very valid. I know keepers will make mistakes and fine with that. The thing that worries me is he hasn't yet made one save where I have thought that's a good save. Anything slightly harder that routine has resulted in a goal. The majority of Stoke fans mentioned he never actually made many saves.

Rocky for example always had a mistake in him but he also often made world class saves which won us points. I just don't see that with Bursic.

[Gordy M]

I think the criticism of bursic is very valid. I know keepers will make mistakes and fine with that. The thing that worries me as he hasn't yet made one save where I have thought that's a good save. Anything slightly harder that routine has resulted in a goal. The stoke majority of Stoke fans mentioned he never actually made many saves.

Rocky for example always had a mistake in him but he also often made world class saves which won us points. I just don't see that with Bursic.

Im sure he had a really good save against Celtic did ge not?

[SteveHFC]

I can’t wait to see the midfield of Newell, Campbell and JDH after the window closes.

[EGL2000]

Im sure he had a really good save against Celtic did ge not?

Not good enough for me to remember as I was there!

[Sioux]

I really don’t mind criticism to be honest. It’s the constant same pish from the same folk over and over and over that’s bringing the debate and site down. It’s like they can’t wait to get stuck in. You don’t get that much from the less negative posters.

That's true.

[flash]

Our targets are dropping like flies.

When do we say - the process cannot be trusted👀

Was he a target?

[B.H.F.C]

Our targets are dropping like flies.

When do we say - the process cannot be trusted👀

To be fair, since he trained with us, we have signed Kwon.

[blackpoolhibs]

I think it has been hugely over stated so far. He hasn’t been amazing. Hasn’t been terrible. The over analysis of every goal is draining.

Any new keeper will take time to settle. The keepers who are being talked about as replacements have had the same at their previous clubs.

I’d be amazed if we are considering another goalkeeper.

I'd say he has been terrible, he spreads panic whenever the ball goes near him, the last keeper we had that i felt this bad with was Makalamby.

He is a poor keeper that i have no faith in, and watching the team, i'm sure the defence feels the same.

[NGoloGrantie]

I'd say he has been terrible, he spreads panic whenever the ball goes near him, the last keeper we had that i felt this bad with was Makalamby.

He is a poor keeper that i have no faith in, and watching the team, i'm sure the defence feels the same.

Jesus Christ [emoji1787][emoji1787] surely you’re joking. 3 games in give it a rest. No where near as bad as people are making him out to be. Give the lad a chance.


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[Paulie Walnuts]

Jesus Christ [emoji1787][emoji1787] surely you’re joking. 3 games in give it a rest. No where near as bad as people are making him out to be. Give the lad a chance.


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Why do you get to make the call regarding what level he is after 3 games but others don’t?

[Mcbizz1998]

Jesus Christ [emoji1787][emoji1787] surely you’re joking. 3 games in give it a rest. No where near as bad as people are making him out to be. Give the lad a chance.


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How many games do we have to wait before we can point out the patently obvious?

[blackpoolhibs]

Jesus Christ [emoji1787][emoji1787] surely you’re joking. 3 games in give it a rest. No where near as bad as people are making him out to be. Give the lad a chance.


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I'd normally agree, then i see whats behind him, someone who looks like he's won a competition to get a contract at Hibs.

We need a proven keeper, not another ****in punt, and a punt on loan too.

[leith lynx]

Whatever happened to Hoppe? Completely forgot about him being here.

It's the hoppe that kills you..

[WestStandWillie]

I'd say he has been terrible, he spreads panic whenever the ball goes near him, the last keeper we had that i felt this bad with was Makalamby.

He is a poor keeper that i have no faith in, and watching the team, i'm sure the defence feels the same.

Exactly this. Lacks a presence in the goal.

He's not vocal enough for me either. Doesn't need to be shouting and bawling but at least try and command the box.

Jordan Smith must be counting down the minutes till he gets a chance.

[Ronniekirk]

:thumbsup:

If we're serious about trying to be in Europe next summer then in my view we don't want any loanee as keeper. We need our own man now solidifying a rapport with his defence throughout this season not trying to do it next pre-season.
I think when Malky said it’s going to take several transfer windows so sort the mess , it was a hint that Europe may well be beyond us this season
We are already well behind our rivals points wise so it’s going to take a few really good signings and luck with injuries to get us into Europe
Am still hopeful but next two days are crucial

[Gordy M]

Not good enough for me to remember as I was there!

Im sure he saved a one on one with the Celtic forward coming down the left wing in the game at Easter Road.

[NGoloGrantie]

I think he’s a good keeper. Lot of people overreacting saying he’s pants but look what his defence has been doing not exactly helping his case. When he’s been called upon he’s made some great saves in the Celtic games and couple good ones at the weekend there. Distribution has been good bar one or two kicks against Dundee, and at a stretch maybe could have done better for Simon Murray’s goal but it’s O’Hora and hat loses his man and lets him run through on goal not sure what else Bursik is supposed to do there. Wish we would just give him a chance, if you watch the games we’ve played back he’s actually not done that much wrong, and btw fact he’s being compared to Makalamby 3 games in is absolutely ridiculous.


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[AlbertK86]

Just speculating it sounds like Dundee hope for this as we’ll probably player too
Think we should have moved on ages ago

Ok cheers


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[Paulie Walnuts]

I think when Malky said it’s going to take several transfer windows so sort the mess , it was a hint that Europe may well be beyond us this season
We are already well behind our rivals points wise so it’s going to take a few really good signings and luck with injuries to get us into Europe
Am still hopeful but next two days are crucial

We’re behind Aberdeen by a fair bit but we’re level with Hearts and 4 behind the lowest European spot. We absolutely shouldn’t be writing Europe off.

[Ronniekirk]

Exactly this. Lacks a presence in the goal.

He's not vocal enough for me either. Doesn't need to be shouting and bawling but at least try and command the box.

Jordan Smith must be counting down the minutes till he gets a chance.
Smith got a game and didn’t look that great iether

[Keyser Sauzee]

I don’t mind this saga dragging out until tomorrow night, looking forward to a bit of deadline day drama 👀

[expresso]

At this point it's not just whether we sign McCowan or not. It's if we don't get him who do we have lined up for a midfield that clearly needs strengthened before the window closes.

No one lined up probably just sign a couple of random players to ‘placate’ the fan base craving new signings

[JimBHibees]

Celtic now in for another midfielder.

Pretty clear they will only go for McCowan if all else fails.

Or aren't interested at all

[Ronniekirk]

We’re behind Aberdeen by a fair bit but we’re level with Hearts and 4 behind the lowest European spot. We absolutely shouldn’t be writing Europe off.
The Killie game is there to be won after they will have played in Europe so will see how we get on in that one and who we sign
Both could kick start our season But we need to start winning games which is hard with a defence that leaks goals Am not giving up as early doors and a break coming up giving gray time to work with the squad to improve things

[Hibernian Verse]

No one lined up probably just sign a couple of random players to ‘placate’ the fan base craving new signings

Yeah David Gray and Malky aren't interested in winning just placating fans

[NGoloGrantie]

Just noticed Youan has changed Instagram his profile picture and removed basically all posts relating to hibs. Know he’s done this before so not reading much into it. Weirdly though he’s brought back all of his old st gallen posts. Strange.


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[JohnM1875]

Just noticed Youan has changed Instagram his profile picture and removed basically all posts relating to hibs. Know he’s done this before so not reading much into it. Weirdly though he’s brought back all of his old st gallen posts. Strange.


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Class player but a weird fella when it comes to Instagram. Has one Hibs clip.

Maybe the chat earlier on in the thread about a French team being interested is true and he's off. Was it Clermont that were interested though? Can't see a Ligue 2 team meeting our valuation.

[04Sauzee]

Just noticed Youan has changed Instagram his profile picture and removed basically all posts relating to hibs. Know he’s done this before so not reading much into it. Weirdly though he’s brought back all of his old st gallen posts. Strange.


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I posted a little earlier that Claremont fans seem to have a rumour that's he's of interest to their club.

[EGL2000]

Class player but a weird fella when it comes to Instagram. Has one Hibs clip.

Maybe the chat earlier on in the thread about a French team being interested is true and he's off. Was it Clermont that were interested though? Can't see a Ligue 2 team meeting our valuation.

Just had a look and they spent a decent amount last year over 5 mil in fees. Not spent anything this season yet.

[JohnM1875]

Just had a look and they spent a decent amount last year over 5 mil in fees. Not spent anything this season yet.

Think they were in Ligue 1 last year, just been relegated.

[we are hibs]

I wonder if Youan getting that knock arsed up our plans. You'd think if he hadn't picked up an injury he would've probably been gone by now.

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[Cooshed Kid]

I wonder if Youan getting that knock arsed up our plans. You'd think if he hadn't picked up an injury he would've probably been gone by now.

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I for one am delighted he's still with us. He's a terrific player on his day. We just need to help him have more good days.

[Unseen work]

https://x.com/asimpledough/status/1829092248534802608?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw

Looks like McCowan is staying.

[NGoloGrantie]

https://x.com/hibsnews1875/status/1829109945469395210?s=46&t=teWgCfrX60lbBmqMtdAt4g

One of Scott burns coworker saying it’s still under consideration. Awkward [emoji51]


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[JimBHibees]

https://x.com/asimpledough/status/1829092248534802608?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw

Looks like McCowan is staying.

That is brilliant looks very like him 😄

[JohnM1875]

https://x.com/hibsnews1875/status/1829109945469395210?s=46&t=teWgCfrX60lbBmqMtdAt4g

One of Scott burns coworker saying it’s still under consideration. Awkward [emoji51]


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If we're having discussions with a back up for McCowan then fair enough (I'd guess we are), if not it's a really risky game we're playing.

So McCowan and a defender going by that. Was hoping for more, not going to lie, but that would make 11 signings.

[Ozyhibby]

I think when Malky said it’s going to take several transfer windows so sort the mess , it was a hint that Europe may well be beyond us this season
We are already well behind our rivals points wise so it’s going to take a few really good signings and luck with injuries to get us into Europe
Am still hopeful but next two days are crucial

Aberdeen seem to have decided to sort in one transfer window?[emoji2369]
Why do we need to wait three?


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[Heisenberg]

McCowan or similar plus a left sided defender would see us ok I think. Especially if Youan stays

[HendoDelivered]

Can’t see him coming to be fair. Seemed unlikely in the first place but there was never a chance I was getting my hopes up about it. If it happens it happens, if not couldn’t really care less.

[Bridge hibs]

Aberdeen seem to have decided to sort in one transfer window?[emoji2369]
Why do we need to wait three?


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Aberdeen dont need to shift a load of dross plus the fact they have a few bob to spend

[Donegal Hibby]

https://x.com/asimpledough/status/1829092248534802608?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw

Looks like McCowan is staying.
😂

[Smartie]

https://x.com/asimpledough/status/1829092248534802608?s=46&t=jmxs-mZWT_cnYbURW-GKJw

Looks like McCowan is staying.

That is brilliant.

[Billy Whizz]

It's the hoppe that kills you..

Hoppe was so poor that Lee put Mikey Devlin upfront in the last game against Hearts 2 seasons ago

[Donegal Hibby]

EEN saying we are still waiting for an answer from Dundee about our bid ……

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/got-got-need-hibs-transfer-priorities-as-gray-looks-for-reinforcements-ahead-of-deadline-day-4760437

[Hibees1973]

Our targets are dropping like flies.

When do we say - the process cannot be trusted👀
About 3 years ago.

[Ozyhibby]

Aberdeen dont need to shift a load of dross plus the fact they have a few bob to spend

How did Aberdeen fair so badly last season with no dross?


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[JohnM1875]

EEN saying we are still waiting for an answer from Dundee about our bid ……

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/got-got-need-hibs-transfer-priorities-as-gray-looks-for-reinforcements-ahead-of-deadline-day-4760437

There's really going to be no more mention of JDH from the club eh? So bizarre.

[NC1875]

How did Aberdeen fair so badly last season with no dross?


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People just continually make excuses for our poor performance. Whether it be fans or actual staff from the club.

Malky was getting his excuses in early for yet another transitional season.

[Unseen work]

A lot of our defensive frailties come to either individual errors, lack of communication and organisation.

I wouldn’t say Killie, St Mirren or Dundee have brilliant defenders and tbh we’d probably turn our nose up at the majority.

Half the issue I think is getting our centre halves to split which means Ekpiteta is getting the ball so far right he’s uncomfortable and we’re so open when it breaks down.

If we do that tactic, we need to play a lot quicker and get in the opposition half.

I always feel like teams get in our half almost immediately whilst we seem to build up for an age and struggle to get in and play in their half.

A bit of structure goes a long long way in this league. Be solid and then guys like Hoilett, Youan, Myk, Bowie and Boyle can produce a moment of quality or magic

[Bridge hibs]

How did Aberdeen fair so badly last season with no dross?


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[badabing67]

There's really going to be no more mention of JDH from the club eh? So bizarre.


You got to wonder what that is all about

[Winston Ingram]

EEN saying we are still waiting for an answer from Dundee about our bid ……

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/got-got-need-hibs-transfer-priorities-as-gray-looks-for-reinforcements-ahead-of-deadline-day-4760437
We should just tell him to gtf and concentrate on getting a CB in

[JohnM1875]

You got to wonder what that is all about

So strange. Has to be something that isn't football related you'd imagine.

[Heisenberg]

You got to wonder what that is all about

Must be desperate to get rid of him. Same with Kenneh, Jair etc. Never get a mention anymore.

[Unseen work]

I wonder if on a Hibs end we now want McCowan as our ‘deadline day signing’

If we announce him today fans will still be desperate for something tomorrow. Announce him tomorrow and it’s we got the target we’ve waited for and is probably bigger news

[Ralphy C]

EEN saying we are still waiting for an answer from Dundee about our bid ……

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/got-got-need-hibs-transfer-priorities-as-gray-looks-for-reinforcements-ahead-of-deadline-day-4760437
Looking like a deadline deal now, Dundee and probably the player hoping for better to come along late on but may accept our bid if not. Especially now the have their loan player.

[Callum_62]

I wonder if on a Hibs end we now want McCowan as our ‘deadline day signing’

If we announce him today fans will still be desperate for something tomorrow. Announce him tomorrow and it’s we got the target we’ve waited for and is probably bigger newsCan't see it being the reason

Far more important to get him into the squad

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[Donegal Hibby]

There's really going to be no more mention of JDH from the club eh? So bizarre.

Concerning JDH it seems to be a total mystery now !

[Paulie Walnuts]

Perhaps because they had a **** manager or two, but you already know that

We had a horrific manager aa well and still finished about the same as them?

[Donegal Hibby]

Looking like a deadline deal now, Dundee and probably the player hoping for better to come along late on but may accept our bid if not. Especially now the have their loan player.

Worry with that for me is if there is a late bid or Dundee decide to keep him or he decides to stay where are we then ?

[McD]

IMO keepers should settle into a team far quicker than an outfield player. They don't have to learn a new system, how and when we press, learning the strength and weaknesses of teammates and when to cover, where they like to receive the ball ect.

A goalkeeper is very much a solo position and when it comes to shot stopping for instance it's the exact same requirement regardless of what team you play for.



Actually they do have a lot to learn. If we press high then they need to know where to position themselves, or vice versa. That will also change depending on who’s in front of them, how quick they are, are they left/right footed so the keeper can make better angles for them when under pressure. They need to know which centre half’s are likely to attack a high ball versus want the keeper to come, and where that might change in the box. Is there a vocal leader amongst the defenders or is that something they’ll need to do more of. What are the key instructions and phrases that’s used amongst these players. Look at our 2 centre halfs at the moment, one is more comfortable on the ball than the other, so the keeper needs to know this, and be aware of how to give the ball to each, and how to best support them under pressure, again in terms of where and how to pass them the ball and to be make it easier to receive it. They need to know who are the players who’ll look to break from a corner, and where they’ll be positioned on the pitch at said corner in order to look to release the ball to them, and then how to get them the ball, do they prefer it over the top or into feet, can they shape the pass to make it easier to shield the ball from the opposition when it arrives.


There’ll be more than that, and also the keeper will want/need to put their needs across, what do they want from their defenders in certain situations, where do they want a back pass put to make it easier to clear first time, are they more likely to catch or punch a high ball, do they want breakaway attackers to hold at a certain point on the pitch as they can’t throw or kick the ball as accurately after that point.


It is a solo position, but I think there’s still a lot of learning to do for them

[Bridge hibs]

We had a horrific manager aa well and still finished about the same as them?

We did indeed

[NGoloGrantie]

EEN saying we are still waiting for an answer from Dundee about our bid ……

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/got-got-need-hibs-transfer-priorities-as-gray-looks-for-reinforcements-ahead-of-deadline-day-4760437

To me it seems like Dundee are maybe waiting to find a replacement before they let him go. Probs reaching but trying to convince myself it’s still happening [emoji28]


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[McD]

To me it seems like Dundee are maybe waiting to find a replacement before they let him go. Probs reaching but trying to convince myself it’s still happening [emoji28]


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I think Dundee are waiting to see if Celtic will come in at the 11th hour with a bid to see if they can squeeze and extra fee quid out of the deal

[hibee-boys]

Not sure my heart can handle the end of transfer window and Oasis ticket scramble in the space of 12 hours😳

[Just Alf]

Checking in at lunchtime trying to catch up!

No news! :-(

The comment about no active bid on the table is maybe true.

Because its already accepted! :greengrin


Ah well, can only live in hope.

Fingers crossed for a better read after work :rofl:

[Cooshed Kid]

It is a solo position, but I think there’s still a lot of learning to do for them

All so true, which is why I am stunned that any club aspiring to have an impenetrable defence and to play in Europe next year would have a loanee keeper who will be away in the summer however good that keeper may be. Building an understanding with and of your defenders takes time.

[GloryGlory]

To me it seems like Dundee are maybe waiting to find a replacement before they let him go. Probs reaching but trying to convince myself it’s still happening [emoji28]


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They brought in a new midfielder yesterday.

[MKHIBEE]

All so true, which is why I am stunned that any club aspiring to have an impenetrable defence and to play in Europe next year would have a loanee keeper who will be away in the summer however good that keeper may be. Building an understanding with and of your defenders takes time.

Wasnt a problem for Conrad Logan

[GloryGlory]

What happened to the LB who was supposed to be "close" to signing yesterday?

[Centre Hawf]

Gut instinct tells me that McCowan will get done tomorrow night. I'm not worried at all.

[Not In The Know]

I think Dundee are waiting to see if Celtic will come in at the 11th hour with a bid to see if they can squeeze and extra fee quid out of the deal

Dundee need put back in their box. Unfortunately the powder puff players on Saturday couldn’t even do that.

[Just_Jimmy]

Dundee need put back in their box. Unfortunately the powder puff players on Saturday couldn’t even do that.Dundee have every right to get what's best for them.

They might even have an agreement with the player that if nothing better comes in they'll allow him to go to Hibs.



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[GloryGlory]

https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/got-got-need-hibs-transfer-priorities-as-gray-looks-for-reinforcements-ahead-of-deadline-day-4760437

"Looking for Luke
There are only so many ways to say it. Hibs really, really, really like Luke McCowan. They’ve bid in the region of £750,000 for the Dundee captain. And they’re waiting for the Dens Park club to come back with a definitive yeah or nay."

I think if we really, really, really like McCowan we would have paid what Dundee want already. The fact we are still hanging on with a bid under what they want suggests we only really, really like him. :greengrin