Levitt

[Dashing Bob S]

Coming onto a game, finding his feet in the side and has quality.

I’ll say the same about him that I do about every other player in our squad: if we can replace him with someone better we should.

I’m just not sure that in our price range we can.

[The Modfather]

“The least of our problems”

[B.H.F.C]

Levitt let himself down at times last season but he 100% a player who has more to give and who we haven’t used properly at times.

[Unseen work]

Thought he done well today and competed on a really horrible pitch

Brilliant finish for his goal

NMW runs about a lot and has really good energy, but he vacates the centre of the pitch far more than Levitt and imo was why they then started to play through/in behind us a bit and Chilvers got more space to dictate

[The Harp Awakes]

Like him. Keeps the game simple with intelligent passes. Natural finisher. Brutal pitch today which didn't suit his game but was decent and scored a good goal.

[marinello59]

I thought he was very good today. Delighted he got his goal. Looks like David Gray knows how to build up the confidence of players who have previously underachieved.

[BoomtownHibees]

Could do with him staying on the pitch for longer

[Nicho87]

Still think we can do better

Tin hat on

[Jack]

Still think we can do better

Tin hat on

Of course we can.

But until this version of the recruitment team actually sign someone I'm not sure what the quality is likely to be.

[JimBHibees]

Brilliant goal a little odd he is only able to last an hour

[Pete70]

The last few games he’s left the pitch early with what looks like a problem with his left calf. Same again today.

[ian cruise]

The last few games he’s left the pitch early with what looks like a problem with his left calf. Same again today.

Might be he's playing through an injury hence the 60 mins appearances so far. We had that with Marcondes last year who did what he could but was playing with an injury so we never saw the best of him.

[matty_f]

I didn’t think he was that great, took his goal superbly and had a couple of other good moments but I thought the game mostly passed him by, as it often does.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, it does look like he’s maybe playing with a knock, and the pitch made it difficult for anyone on it to look like a good footballer.

[Hibee Mac]

I didn’t think he was that great, took his goal superbly and had a couple of other good moments but I thought the game mostly passed him by, as it often does.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, it does look like he’s maybe playing with a knock, and the pitch made it difficult for anyone on it to look like a good footballer.Agreed, we still need better in that midfield role. Fair play took his goal very well but his performance wasn't at a level where it would change my opinion about him.

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[Gmack7]

I didn’t think he was that great, took his goal superbly and had a couple of other good moments but I thought the game mostly passed him by, as it often does.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, it does look like he’s maybe playing with a knock, and the pitch made it difficult for anyone on it to look like a good footballer.

Agree with this, I thought the midfield was generally poor yesterday and that is where we need to prioritise urgent upgrades, Campbells effort cannot be faulted but he never really got involved, the pitch didn't help

[cameronw-hfc]

Think Levitt has worked considerably harder in the last few weeks out of possession compared to last season.


He's almost the opposite to Bartley, ie, we didn't need him all the time, but we did have games where he was very, very effective. Levitt hasn't shown the same levels of effectiveness but I think to a lesser extent he should be viewed in that bracket. Won't be our best player, but some games will suit him and he can help us on the ball.

I do think the last few weeks without Newell he has helped us in possession just by being tidy and not rushing things a lot, we've looked poorer on the ball when he's went off imo but that's more down to missing newell who can do the same but be more effective off the ball imo.

Think JC and NMW can be effective next to those two but a midfield of NMW/Kwon, Triantis and Campbell lacks a lot of in possesion ability and probably puts too much on Triantis to try and carry that side of things whilst also putting himself about as he likes to do.

[Viva_Palmeiras]

What my United supporting pal said at the time we signed him…

“can spot and play a worldly but useless in a relegation scrap.”

[Alfred E Newman]

He certainly wasn't stamping his authority on the game or anything like that, but he took the goal well and we definitely seemed to lose the total control of the midfield we had when he went off, so he must have been doing something right.

[Ray_]

Honestly, I could never understand why we didn't use him. In the little opportunities he got, unlike many of the other midfielders, Dylan would look to play the ball forward and excelled in keeping possession.

He suffered a bit from where he was being asked to play and in general, the tactics we played, where we were leaving ourselves open, before SDG changed things and we became more secure at the back.

[Heisenberg]

The difference in midfield once he was replaced by NMW was clear to see.

[Since452]

He's been really good lately

[J-C]

Hardly noticed him on the pitch before he scored, well taken though, He sits far too deep most of the game to actually influence it, decent passer but still not to sure where he's actually suited in the middle, I'd still like to see him further forward.

[J-C]

The difference in midfield once he was replaced by NMW was clear to see.

TBF totally different type of player, which goes to show how weak our midfield actually is.

[Greenbeard]

What my United supporting pal said at the time we signed him…

“can spot and play a worldly but useless in a relegation scrap.”
Nothing's changed then IMO. More cons than pros. Won't roll his sleeves up in case his arms get cold.

[Coco Bryce]

I didn’t think he was that great, took his goal superbly and had a couple of other good moments but I thought the game mostly passed him by, as it often does.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, it does look like he’s maybe playing with a knock, and the pitch made it difficult for anyone on it to look like a good footballer.

This is it for me also.

He's OK but we need better.

[Tully]

Thought he went of injured an impact injury

[Golden Bear]

The difference in midfield once he was replaced by NMW was clear to see.

:agree:

Yip, we lost the place for a while after Levitt went off with an injury/cramp.

[Centre Hawf]

I’m still not sold on him long term personally. Neat and tidy footballer at times but his overall play lacks any real impact on the game. If he didn’t carry some level of goal threat I’m not sure he’d have made it this far in the game based on his above to play centre mid alone.

[EVENTUALLY]

I didn’t think he was that great, took his goal superbly and had a couple of other good moments but I thought the game mostly passed him by, as it often does.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, it does look like he’s maybe playing with a knock, and the pitch made it difficult for anyone on it to look like a good footballer.

Agreed, great execution but he simply doesn't get around the pitch enough. Always think he'd be better suited to playing at a lower level on the continent. Hibs need better to improve the midfield with energy and durability.

[Itsnoteasy]

I didn’t think he was that great, took his goal superbly and had a couple of other good moments but I thought the game mostly passed him by, as it often does.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, it does look like he’s maybe playing with a knock, and the pitch made it difficult for anyone on it to look like a good footballer.


Just not good enough.

[eastmainsmsh]

Good player just a pity he hasn't been able to show it consistently

[blackpoolhibs]

He not very mobile, neat and tidy enough but i want him to influence the game more.

We were going to spend nearly £1m in the last window, so i think we could replace him on our price range Bob. :greengrin

[theonlywayisup]

I’m still not sold on him long term personally. Neat and tidy footballer at times but his overall play lacks any real impact on the game. If he didn’t carry some level of goal threat I’m not sure he’d have made it this far in the game based on his above to play centre mid alone.

Agree! That's my view of Dylan Levitt. I thought last week against 6th tier Clydebank he was safe, but rarely had any real impact on the game either attacking or defending. I'd like to think last week was a great opportunity for him to show us what he can do, but I was left underwhelmed.

IMO, he's our 3rd best central midfielder (2nd with Super Joe Newell injured), but we need much better. Happy for him to be a back-up player next season.

[basehibby]

From what I've seen he has picked up his workrate off the ball significantly since failing to make an impact last season. This is welcome but he needs to keep this up and improve on it - can't afford passengers when out of possession.

[SaulGoodman]

I’ve seen plenty Hibs players struggle to influence a game and wonder “why did we sign this boy”

I still don’t feel like that with Levitt, it’s frustrating in the sense that there is clearly a very good footballer in there, just hope we actually see it with Hibs.

[Dashing Bob S]

He not very mobile, neat and tidy enough but i want him to influence the game more.

We were going to spend nearly £1m in the last window, so i think we could replace him on our price range Bob. :greengrin

I hope you’re correct, but I have my doubts. I think the lot of most SPL clubs is that they can sign grafters or skilled players. Skilled players who can put in a real shift seem to belong elsewhere.

[Nicho87]

I thought levitt was going to be the modern day Scott Allan / Latapy type

He’s too safe, doesn’t give the ball away much but the two above made exciting, attacking passes more than safe and if 1/10 came off it probably ended up in at least a shot on target for hibs

Levitt starting for hibs in a 2 man midfield against any top 4-6 teams in the country has me worried

He’ll do a job fine at home to Ross county and saints etc

Maybe that’s his level

[GreenPJ]

I thought levitt was going to be the modern day Scott Allan / Latapy type

He’s too safe, doesn’t give the ball away much but the two above made exciting, attacking passes more than safe and if 1/10 came off it probably ended up in at least a shot on target for hibs

Levitt starting for hibs in a 2 man midfield against any top 4-6 teams in the country has me worried

He’ll do a job fine at home to Ross county and saints etc

Maybe that’s his level

His best games were against the Swiss side in Europe. Him and Newell were excellent.

[Since452]

Levitt strikes me as being a confidence player. His passing and finishing can be sublime but he needs to be playing every week to build that confidence. Not sure if Hibs can offer that which is a pity as I really rate him.

[Nicho87]

His best games were against the Swiss side in Europe. Him and Newell were excellent.

And 19 months later we are still wondering why he hasn’t kicked on

[Just_Jimmy]

I'd offer Dundee him plus cash for Cameron and see how it goes.



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[superfurryhibby]

I'd offer Dundee him plus cash for Cameron and see how it goes.



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I'm curious as to why you think Dundee might entertain that? I do recall a few on here suggesting Levitt could be offered as a makeweight in a deal for McCowan, but pretty sure it was just talk on here with no substance.

[Ringothedog]

I'd offer Dundee him plus cash for Cameron and see how it goes.



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Would it not be more that we ask Dundee if they are interested in a cash plus player swap and which player they would like. Hibs would then agree or disagree and then speak with the Hibs player to see if he is agreeable to moving to Dundee

[J-C]

I'd offer Dundee him plus cash for Cameron and see how it goes.



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And what if he doesn't want to go to Dundee.

[theonlywayisup]

Thought he played well today. Pity he couldn't stay on the pitch until the end.

[Nicho87]

Not a massive Levitt fan at all. Still one I’d move on push came to shove, however he was very good today.

Strange one to remove from a game when he was dictating it so well

[LewysGot2]

Our best player today. Technician who glided about the nylon carpet with ease. So composed at the goal :agree:

[B.H.F.C]

Thought he was brilliant today. Never thought I’d see the day where we scored a goal from him carrying the ball 80 yards right enough.

If you can get him playing there is a proper player in there IMO.

[Ronniekirk]

Not a massive Levitt fan at all. Still one I’d move on push came to shove, however he was very good today.

Strange one to remove from a game when he was dictating it so well

Don’t think he has ever lasted 90 minutes Not sure what that’s about

[Gmack7]

Don’t think he has ever lasted 90 minutes Not sure what that’s about

We certainly missed him when he went off, similar to hoillett, we never kept possession after these 2 went off

[LewysGot2]

We certainly missed him when he went off, similar to hoillett, we never kept possession after these 2 went off

They were both excellent on the ball :agree:

[Baldy Foghorn]

Not a massive Levitt fan at all. Still one I’d move on push came to shove, however he was very good today.

Strange one to remove from a game when he was dictating it so well

He went down holding thigh, think he may have been injured/knackered after a rigorous 80 minutes

[Nicho87]

Fair enough I missed that bit

[hibsbollah]

Well done to him. I must admit after a st mirren non performance last season i had properly turned against him, and im usually supportive of all our players. I never thought he’d amount to anything here. Delighted to be proven wrong.
I’dstill like to see him complete a full 90 minutes though.

[skyehibee]

Gray showing again he can improve players. I had totally written him off but he was the best player on the pitch today.

[Shrekko]

Absolutely immaculate performance by him today- such a shame he and Hoillet had to come off.

[flash]

Made a massive difference today and once he went off our ability to retain the ball went with him.

[Bostonhibby]

Best player on the pitch today.

Fraser murray very decent as well.

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[Malonga's Cat]

Thought Dylan was a touch of class today. Used the ball so well and linked defence and attack brilliantly. We struggled a bit when he went off.

[Jones28]

Really good today, I’ve been a critic but thought he was excellent.

[PatHead]

Definitely getting closer to the player I thought we had signed.

[J-C]

I've also been a critic but he controlled the midfield today, I do wonder when Newell is playing they play a similar position, with Triantis as the sort of workhorse all action midfielder beside him, Levitt is allowed to just sit their dictating the play similar to when McGeouch was here, hope we see more of this.

[HendoDelivered]

Massive credit goes to SDG and the coaching staff for the improving performances of DL 👍🏼

[Gmack7]

He could be vital for the remaining games, I never thought I'd be saying that, keep it going Dylan👍

[AlbertK86]

We certainly missed him when he went off, similar to hoillett, we never kept possession after these 2 went off

Spot on


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[JohnM1875]

He could be vital for the remaining games, I never thought I'd be saying that, keep it going Dylan👍

Aye, completely agree. Questioned him starting and haven't been a huge fan of late after being buzzing we signed him. But he was really good yesterday, more of the same in the remaining games would be massive.

[Unseen work]

His work rate, intensity and pressing has improved massively of late imo

Looks much better and almost like he is enjoying getting closer to the opposition by reading play and pressing

Shows real quality ok the ball too

[Dashing Bob S]

Looks good. Another SDG rehab success.

[Paul1642]

Looks good. Another SDG rehab success.

I really thought we were stuck with another flop on presumably big wages.

Really impressed with the turnaround, he’s been great since he re entered the first team.

[Crab apple]

I was hugely critical of him earlier this season. I'd written him off. He was really good today. More of the same please.

[PHeffernan]

I really thought we were stuck with another flop on presumably big wages.

Really impressed with the turnaround, he’s been great since he re entered the first team.

Only has 14 months left on his contract.
Hibs will probably wait until October before starting talks about a new one to see how he goes in the interim.

[we are hibs]

He looks much fitter and gets around the pitch more. Still seems to struggle to do an entire 90 but as long as there is a capable backup coming on to replace him then that shouldn't be too bad if we get 70 minutes out of him every week.

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[JohnM1875]

I was hugely critical of him earlier this season. I'd written him off. He was really good today. More of the same please.

Same and rightly so IMO.

As Unseen Work said earlier his allround game has come on leaps and bounds. Credit to Gray and more importantly credit to Levitt for taking it in and executing it so well. Thought he had a brilliant game again today.

Think today highlighted so well why he absolutely has to play the deeper role and not a '10' as so many seem to want.

[Since452]

Class. Sheer quality.

[Smartie]

Same and rightly so IMO.

As Unseen Work said earlier his allround game has come on leaps and bounds. Credit to Gray and more importantly credit to Levitt for taking it in and executing it so well. Thought he had a brilliant game again today.

Think today highlighted so well why he absolutely has to play the deeper role and not a '10' as so many seem to want.

I was one of those who had advocated using him as a 10… mainly because he he has an undoubted ability to pass, has a decent shot/ finish on him but also that other parts of the game needed to play the role he played today previously looked woeful.

As you say though - he looked much, much fitter and better prepared to play that role today. I thought he was very good indeed, and hope to see more of the same.

[supermcginn]

He's a cut above our other midfielders, his passing and control and is a joy to watch.

[yerauldda]

He's a cut above our other midfielders, his passing and control and is a joy to watch.

I think the guy next to him is light years ahead..
Levitt was terrific today, though.

[JohnM1875]

I think the guy next to him is light years ahead..
Levitt was terrific today, though.

Triantis is next level. So good.

[yerauldda]

Triantis is next level. So good.

Couple moments today where it looked like he was an adult playing with u18s. He’s got everything.

[Tambo]

Both Levitt and Triantis started the game well, looking lively wanting to get the ball back, was also a little 50/50 I'm the second half which Levitt had no hesitation in going in for and winning the ball.

Done well today and last time out.

[Donegal Hibby]

Triantis is next level. So good.

I think when you have a player of the quality of Triantis in your midfield it must be a massive help to whoever else is in midfield . That’s not trying to take anything away from from Levitt though.

[tamig]

His work rate, intensity and pressing has improved massively of late imo

Looks much better and almost like he is enjoying getting closer to the opposition by reading play and pressing

Shows real quality ok the ball too

Agree with all that. Looks a lot fitter and contributing so much more off the ball. He’s now looking much more like the kind of player we hoped he’d be when he signed. He works really well with Triantis in the middle. Excellent performance today.

[Since452]

Triantis has proved me well and truly wrong and I'm delighted about that.

[JohnM1875]

Triantis has proved me well and truly wrong and I'm delighted about that.

Making me a right smug **** in my group. I was buzzing we brought him back. Though, they're pretty quick to remind me I was also buzzing when we appointed Montgomery. Lets call it 1-1

[matty_f]

Levitt did today what I have been wanting to see from him since he got here, which was that he played like he wanted to be the main guy making things happen.

There was no way the game was passing him by today, his movement off the ball to be available to receive it was terrific, his work rate was great and he made things happen.

This Dylan Levitt would be an asset to any side in the league.

[Liberal Hibby]

Levitt did today what I have been wanting to see from him since he got here, which was that he played like he wanted to be the main guy making things happen.

There was no way the game was passing him by today, his movement off the ball to be available to receive it was terrific, his work rate was great and he made things happen.

This Dylan Levitt would be an asset to any side in the league.

That's good to hear. I haven't seen him in the flesh since the 2-1 home defeat to St Mirren in November when he came on as a sub. I thought he made a significant difference that day - when we nearly came back like we did a couple of weeks later v Aberdeen.

[The Harp Awakes]

Levitt did today what I have been wanting to see from him since he got here, which was that he played like he wanted to be the main guy making things happen.

There was no way the game was passing him by today, his movement off the ball to be available to receive it was terrific, his work rate was great and he made things happen.

This Dylan Levitt would be an asset to any side in the league.

A player who can control a game with clever passes. He's shown his ability since coming to Hibs but a bad injury hampered him and he found himself out of the team with cameo appearances.

Have always rated him. Loads of ability.

[500miles]

He looks fit. He looked like he was towing a caravan prior to this run.

[Callum_62]

Making me a right smug **** in my group. I was buzzing we brought him back. Though, they're pretty quick to remind me I was also buzzing when we appointed Montgomery. Lets call it 1-1I might be wrong but in sure we were one of very few people on here buzzing when we signed him back too

Your truly,

Smug beyond belief.

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[Callum_62]

Levitt has really stepped up his game since Newell had been injured

He has some real quality

Another big pay on the back to the player and coaching team for getting the performance levels out of him

Yet another player id sway towards having around for a longer period

He's still only 24 too

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[B.H.F.C]

Was always obvious he could play but needed someone to get the best out of him. Agree with what someone mentioned above, he looks way fitter and more capable of getting about the park.

[theonlywayisup]

Levitt did today what I have been wanting to see from him since he got here, which was that he played like he wanted to be the main guy making things happen.

There was no way the game was passing him by today, his movement off the ball to be available to receive it was terrific, his work rate was great and he made things happen.

This Dylan Levitt would be an asset to any side in the league.

Yes, fully agree!

In a midfield two, it's Triantis and Levitt as the starters for me.

[J-C]

I like many were delighted when he signed but last season he was a real disappointment but something seems to have clicked and we're now seeing the player we all expected, maybe Gray is the X factor as he seems to be getting a tune out of a few players.

[Dashing Bob S]

His confidence, fitness levels and work-rate are night and day. He wants the ball, tries to retrieve it, covers ground and tracks back. Looks stronger and less lightweight. Gray have given him the strength and aggression platform to display his passing and movement skills. Delighted he's in the squad.

[hibsbollah]

Another beneficiary of the Sir David stardust.

[Heisenberg]

He’s been really good since coming into the team. Newell wouldn’t get back in ahead of him now for me

[truehibernian]

Playing with confidence and more importantly his body language is great, looks to be enjoying his football and his role in the side.

[Bishop Hibee]

I’ve not been his biggest fan but played well yesterday. Hope it continues.

[worcesterhibby]

We really seem to have a coaching team who get the best out of the players in the squad. I suspect Liam Craig should be given a fair bit of praise for the way our midfield operate. Every time someone drops out through injury another player steps in and covers at a high level. In fact NMW must be feeling a bit hard done by that he’s not getting on the pitch after some good performances. The consistency across the squad is Fantastic to see.

[Since452]

He’s been really good since coming into the team. Newell wouldn’t get back in ahead of him now for me

Agree. I like Newell but we can't be dropping Levitt at the minute.

[Dashing Bob S]

Agree. I like Newell but we can't be dropping Levitt at the minute.

Agreed but I think it could be horses for courses and I can both playing a part - assuming Newell returns to fitness soon.

[Hibees1973]

Yesterday was very comfortable for Levitt and Triantis. Both were really just midfield sitters controlling the game. It must be said this was fairly easy, given St Johnstone provided very little threat.

It would have been a different ball game though if the opposition was better and say we were behind. This is likely where the pairing of Levitt & Triantis may have been found wanting as they would have to have been more creative.

I know Newell has his critics, but surely Joe is a more creative player than Levitt and Triantis.

[Donegal Hibby]

Yesterday was very comfortable for Levitt and Triantis. Both were really just midfield sitters controlling the game. It must be said this was fairly easy, given St Johnstone provided very little threat.

It would have been a different ball game though if the opposition was better and say we were behind. This is likely where the pairing of Levitt & Triantis may have been found wanting as they would have to have been more creative.

I know Newell has his critics, but surely Joe is a more creative player than Levitt and Triantis.

I think credit for how little they threatened us yesterday has to go to how Hibs played which both Levitt and Triantis playing a big part in it ... It’s only a few weeks ago Triantis set Campbell up for a goal against Celtic and while I’m not Levitt’s biggest fan he’s been good in our last two games . Midfield isn’t bad with plenty of decent options. McGrath coming in next season will add more creativity and goals too .

[JimBHibees]

Agree. I like Newell but we can't be dropping Levitt at the minute.

Wonder if he will play again this season as sounds like a tricky injury he has seems he has been out for ages. Killie just before new year i think.

[gorgie greens]

Yesterday was very comfortable for Levitt and Triantis. Both were really just midfield sitters controlling the game. It must be said this was fairly easy, given St Johnstone provided very little threat.

It would have been a different ball game though if the opposition was better and say we were behind. This is likely where the pairing of Levitt & Triantis may have been found wanting as they would have to have been more creative.

I know Newell has his critics, but surely Joe is a more creative player than Levitt and Triantis.

For me Newell is the most uncreative of our midfield although his passing percentage must be the highest because he does very little creative work as everything is either sideways or backwards ,both Levitt and Triantis are both more forward attacking players and with the additional players in MacGrath and Mennah Newell should be surplus to requirements.

[CapitalGreen]

Yesterday was very comfortable for Levitt and Triantis. Both were really just midfield sitters controlling the game. It must be said this was fairly easy, given St Johnstone provided very little threat.

It would have been a different ball game though if the opposition was better and say we were behind. This is likely where the pairing of Levitt & Triantis may have been found wanting as they would have to have been more creative.

I know Newell has his critics, but surely Joe is a more creative player than Levitt and Triantis.

Watch the game back and you’ll see that isn’t the case, both were pressing high rather than passively sitting. For the first goal, both Levitt and Triantis are involved winning the ball high up the pitch with Levitt setting up Boyle for a shot and Triantis setting up Cadden for a shot before Hoilet scores. Triantis should have had an assist later on had Bowie not shot straight at the keeper.

The idea that Newell is creative force is a myth too - in open play he creates very little, most chances he creates are from set pieces which historically he had a monopoly over. In terms of open play chance creation, last season he was on par with Cammy Devlin. Triantis has more league assists from open play and more league goals this season than Newell has managed in any season during his 6 years at the club.

[Ronniekirk]

Agreed but I think it could be horses for courses and I can both playing a part - assuming Newell returns to fitness soon.

Newell will get time off the bench to ease him back to match fitness but the new guy also needs time off the bench as well With Cadden coming back it’s a nice problems to have

[Since452]

Newell will get time off the bench to ease him back to match fitness but the new guy also needs time off the bench as well With Cadden coming back it’s a nice problems to have

Yup. We are getting players back at the business end of the season. Very encouraging.

[SHODAN]

He finally did it

[andrew70]

Dylan is one of the best players at the club. Really hoping he stays with us long term. Love watching him play.

[McD]

We really seem to have a coaching team who get the best out of the players in the squad. I suspect Liam Craig should be given a fair bit of praise for the way our midfield operate. Every time someone drops out through injury another player steps in and covers at a high level. In fact NMW must be feeling a bit hard done by that he’s not getting on the pitch after some good performances. The consistency across the squad is Fantastic to see.



:agree:


We’ve very quickly gone from midfield being a problem area (regardless of whatever one thinks about Newell), to one where we’ve got several options, and Kwon highly unlikely to be stripped again.


Newell, triantis, Levitt, NMW, Manneh, Campbell, Hoilett will all be expecting to be involved every week when fit, and rightly so. McGrath to come into that as well, with hopes we can retain triantis and hoilett as well. If we make Europe next season, we’ll need to have a decent size of squad, but that’s an impressive group now.


And all credit to the manager, who has salvaged triantis, Levitt and Campbell from that group, and been involved in the signings of triantis, manneh, hoilett and McGrath.

[Hibiza]

Dylan is and has been a class player.

[Ribs1875]

Levitt's contract will expire in 2026 next season. We paid in the region of £350,000 for him. He has been in some really good form lately. I would like to see him get an extension, however I can't see that happening anytime soon. Also I am skeptical he would even accept, as he will no doubt want to step up.

We may need to sell him in this summer if the all above unfolds. I will be unpopular saying this, but trying to be realistic. The guy is 24 who is already known to English football, still has potential to get better, current 13 caps for Wales.

McGrath coming in next season makes me think this is on the cards. Although I could be wrong, will just need to wait and see what happens.

[superfurryhibby]

Levitt's contract will expire in 2026 next season. We paid in the region of £350,000 for him. He has been in some really good form lately. I would like to see him get an extension, however I can't see that happening anytime soon. Also I am skeptical he would even accept, as he will no doubt want to step up.

We may need to sell him in this summer if the all above unfolds. I will be unpopular saying this, but trying to be realistic. The guy is 24 who is already known to English football, still has potential to get better, current 13 caps for Wales.

McGrath coming in next season makes me think this is on the cards. Although I could be wrong, will just need to wait and see what happens.

I don't imagine Levitt will get a contract extension, I guess the club would be pleased sell and get a fee for him in the summer. With Triantis going and McGrath and Manneh on the books, alongside Campbell, Newell and Molotnikov, we have the nucleus of our central midfield in place.

[Centre Hawf]

I don't imagine Levitt will get a contract extension, I guess the club would be pleased sell and get a fee for him in the summer. With Triantis going and McGrath and Manneh on the books, alongside Campbell, Newell and Molotnikov, we have the nucleus of our central midfield in place.

I could see Levitt getting offered something from us but I'm not sure how attractive we'd make any package for him given how much he's been used in his time here. He's more than welcome to try his hand at a 'step up' but I don't think he's exactly created a glowing portfolio for himself while at Easter Road.

Definitely an interesting one to watch for as I imagine we'd take any opportunity to get out with some cash.

[Ribs1875]

I could see Levitt getting offered something from us but I'm not sure how attractive we'd make any package for him given how much he's been used in his time here. He's more than welcome to try his hand at a 'step up' but I don't think he's exactly created a glowing portfolio for himself while at Easter Road.

Definitely an interesting one to watch for as I imagine we'd take any opportunity to get out with some cash.

He has done well on this recent run of games he has had. I see him as a luxury player, one who is good to have at the club yet one who we could live without. It will be interesting to see what happens. I think the club would probably cash in this summer if the opportunity presents itself.

[Jock O]

For me Newell is the most uncreative of our midfield although his passing percentage must be the highest because he does very little creative work as everything is either sideways or backwards ,both Levitt and Triantis are both more forward attacking players and with the additional players in MacGrath and Mennah Newell should be surplus to requirements.


I think you would struggle to back that up with stats re Levitt/Newell, and while Newell, like almost everyone to be fair , disappointed us often before our revival, he played a huge part in our starting the revival off, I think he is capable of being far more creative than you give credit for. The games I have seen him since the turnaround do not reflect in any way your description of him in my opinion. Its interesting to see a pro Levitt thread being turned into an anti Newell one. I would turn that around to say on games since he has been injured where we struggled to create chances and ended up in draws, I think having Newell playing would have increased our chances of turning draws into wins. Having Youan and Newell available would have considerably increased our chances.

However, on Saturday's performance I think Levitt has now created a serious claim to stay in. I think he has played really well since Motherwell game, but still inside himself I felt, However I think that was the first game where I felt he really drove us on, alongside Triantis and covered much more ground, he and Triantis I think really pushed St Johnston back, and yes they were not great opposition, but I do think they both deserve some credit for that, along with the incessant pressing of the whole front line. Levitt seemed to be looking more to play on front foot rather than just turn ball over, and showed what he can do. In the second half he controlled a ball with outside of his foot and killed it stone dead. I assume confidence helps him start to use his undoubtable skills, there is no question around his passing.

Saturday will be a much different test and I suppose will be more the litmus test if he is going to deserve to keep the jersey, the pace and style of the opposition will be massively different, and will really test his confidence and concentration. If he can produce another performance like Saturday then yes Gray will have even more difficult decisions to make, which no matter which player we favour, is probably the real sign of us improving.

[Centre Hawf]

He has done well on this recent run of games he has had. I see him as a luxury player, one who is good to have at the club yet one who we could live without. It will be interesting to see what happens. I think the club would probably cash in this summer if the opportunity presents itself.

I think he's done well too, but it's such a small sample size of what will be a two year period of pretty below par performances in amongst periods of not being able to buy minutes in underperforming teams, that I would struggle to see him getting an objectively better move. His stock was high early on at United and his since been tumbling down the way after his first season on loan there, that's majority of the reason we could even get him here in the first place as we took advantage of injuries/form and his sides relegation. Otherwise he did look like a player that could have gone off to the next level.

But I agree if anyone wants to give us something for him I think we'll take it.

[gazzag70]

A lot of solid team performances today but credit to Levitt, thought he put in a class display. He is showing how good he is when played in his best position.

[GreenCastle]

He was incredible today - his form since he started played more often has been brilliant and exactly what I wanted when we signed him. Well done!!

[Since452]

Magnificent footballer he really is. Just lacked confidence.

[Heisenberg]

Outstanding. Getting into new deal territory if he keeps this up

[LaMotta]

Welsh wizard. Previous criticism of him was well OTT.

[FilipinoHibs]

The Welsh Zidane.

[Scooter]

His touch in the 2nd half was unbelievable. I hope it continues

[500miles]

He's working really hard and he looks to have found a way of playing that makes him effective. Much more involved and looks so much fitter.

[Centre Hawf]

Excellent today, really starting to turn around the opinion of him in general with performances like this.

[7Hero]

Welsh wizard. Previous criticism of him was well OTT.

no it wasn;t ...


he deserves all the praise he gets right now though..

[Aldo]

Excellent today, really starting to turn around the opinion of him in general with performances like this.

He was and his confidence is sky high. He was my MOTM today and everything he did was on front foot and he never hid.
Credit where credit is due.

[Centre Hawf]

He was and his confidence is sky high. He was my MOTM today and everything he did was on front foot and he never hid.
Credit where credit is due.

There was one moment in the first half where he played this really lovely ball into the gap behind the rangers defence for Mykola at the back post. Was really unlucky it never came off but that to me highlighted the type of play I want to see from him (goal aside). He has the quality to pick these passes out and if we can unlock that more often he'll reach the potential we all hoped for him.

[Aldo]

There was one moment in the first half where he played this really lovely ball into the gap behind the rangers defence for Mykola at the back post. Was really unlucky it never came off but that to me highlighted the type of play I want to see from him (goal aside). He has the quality to pick these passes out and if we can unlock that more often he'll reach the potential we all hoped for him.

His confidence was at an all time low and you could see in earlier games he wasn’t comfortable getting the ball. He’s now looking for it and making things tick. Triantis has went off the boil a bit (or not his usual standard) but Levitt has stepped up and shown what he can do.

Long may it continue.

[Centre Hawf]

His confidence was at an all time low and you could see in earlier games he wasn’t comfortable getting the ball. He’s now looking for it and making things tick. Triantis has went off the boil a bit (or not his usual standard) but Levitt has stepped up and shown what he can do.

Long may it continue.

Definitely. I think while Triantis on the ball has dipped, his off the ball is still exceptionally high which probably allows Levitt to step up and play like he has done recently. A really nice balance between the two currently.

[Stonewall]

His confidence was at an all time low and you could see in earlier games he wasn’t comfortable getting the ball. He’s now looking for it and making things tick. Triantis has went off the boil a bit (or not his usual standard) but Levitt has stepped up and shown what he can do.

Long may it continue.

I think he’s also benefiting from being surrounded by confident players who are moving into space in anticipation of the passes rather than being on their heels or just not making themselves available.

I’m delighted for him, his potential was always there but he’s showing fewer lapses in concentration and has really made himself undropable imo.

[Aldo]

Definitely. I think while Triantis on the ball has dipped, his off the ball is still exceptionally high which probably allows Levitt to step up and play like he has done recently. A really nice balance between the two currently.

Yeah agree. I think the balance throughout the whole team has been excellent since we’ve turned it round with everyone contributing.


I think he’s also benefiting from being surrounded by confident players who are moving into space in anticipation of the passes rather than being on their heels or just not making themselves available.

I’m delighted for him, his potential was always there but he’s showing fewer lapses in concentration and has really made himself undropable imo.

Again I agree.

What I will say is every player wants the ball, I watched Hoilett today take up some excellent positions giving players, including Levitt, an out ball.

Confidence is high

[LaMotta]

no it wasn;t ...


he deserves all the praise he gets right now though..

Yes it was. It was over the top at times. Some of the comments were absolutely ridiculous.

[matty_f]

He was tremendous today, again. When he plays like he’s determined to impact the game then he’s a force to be reckoned with. So pleased for him.

[Shrekko]

An absolute joy to watch - some of his wee feints and turns to open up passes were just outstanding.

Looked like a player who could play at a higher level today and in the previous few weeks.

[Centre Hawf]

Yes it was. It was over the top at times. Some of the comments were absolutely ridiculous.

I won't speak for every comment ever made as I'm sure knowing how some of our fans work there was some over the top critiques of him, but I don't think it would be unfair to say until at least the turn of this year his entire spell here had been nothing but underwhelming with fleeting glimpses of the player he actually can be.

[Greenbeard]

Yes it was. It was over the top at times. Some of the comments were absolutely ridiculous.
Obviously not read ALL the previous comments on Levitt so you may well be correct, however previous heavy criticism of him was very much justified until his recent upturn in form. Long may it continue. And well done SDG and the coaching team for their part.

[LaMotta]

Obviously not read ALL the previous comments on Levitt so you may well be correct, however previous heavy criticism of him was very much justified until his recent upturn in form. Long may it continue. And well done SDG and the coaching team for their part.

Well, funnily enough you provided the perfect example of a ridiculous comment about him earlier in this thread:


Nothing's changed then IMO. More cons than pros. Won't roll his sleeves up in case his arms get cold.

[LaMotta]

I won't speak for every comment ever made as I'm sure knowing how some of our fans work there was some over the top critiques of him, but I don't think it would be unfair to say until at least the turn of this year his entire spell here had been nothing but underwhelming with fleeting glimpses of the player he actually can be.

Yes that is absolutely fair.

[Since452]

I won't get carried away but he's the most naturally gifted midfielder we've had since Scott Alan. Makes it look easy.

[eastmainsmsh]

Playing brilliantly in a formation and system that's transformed our season fair play to SDG and players

[gorgie greens]

He was tremendous today, again. When he plays like he’s determined to impact the game then he’s a force to be reckoned with. So pleased for him.

Joe always believed in him when others had given up.
No wonder the Hibs players call him the wizard

[JohnM1875]

MotM for me today. Genuinely chuffed he seems to have turned it around. So good at every aspect of the game today.

Didn't think he had it in him to be as disciplined as he is when we're on the back foot, dunno why, just didn't. But he absolutely does.

Could be wrong and probably am, but he looks bit quicker as well.

[theonlywayisup]

Excellent display from him today.

[Unseen work]

Playing like we all thought and hoped he would

So much quality on the ball which has always been there, now adding intensity and showing the other side of the game

Glad to see him chipping in with goals too, a player that can strike the ball like him should be scoring a few a season

Well done Dylan

[The Spaceman]

Echo everyone else’s thoughts on him - he’s been a revelation past month and is the player we all hoped we’d signed from Dundee Utd. Absolute Rolls Royce performance today at Ibrox I thought. Really pleased for him, I was definitely one of his doubters.

[B.H.F.C]

This version of Levitt is a proper player.

[GreenGray]

One of the biggest positives you can say about Gray is his ability to keep players who aren’t playing involved and happy.

He’s also known exactly when to bring players in, like Levitt and Moriah-Welsh. What a man and with regards to Levitt, what a player he can be.


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[hibsbollah]

Hes basically gone from jar jar binks to obi wan in a blink of an eye.

[SHODAN]

I don't think he'll be getting relegated this season.

[Exuberance1875]

Thought he was unplayable today. Everything he did, he did with ease. Total footballer

[worcesterhibby]

It’s lovely to have a Rolls Royce called Dylan in the midfield again

[JimBHibees]

Fantastic performance Dylan 👏

[davym7062]

brilliant today... give that laddie the ball

[Unseen work]

Manneh must be wondering why he signed

Since signing Triantis, NMW and Levitt have been brilliant 😂

[Greenbeard]

Well, funnily enough you provided the perfect example of a ridiculous comment about him earlier in this thread:

You class that previous comment as OTT? Michty me.

[LaMotta]

You class that previous comment as OTT? Michty me.

Yes, accusing him of not trying is totally ridiculous. Just utter nonsense.

[Libby Hibby]

Levitt is starting to show his undoubted class.

[Vault Boy]

Class act today. Showing everyone why we were so excited when we signed him.

[random sub]

How long is his contract with us?

[King Cosell]

How long is his contract with us?

2026

[The Harp Awakes]

2026

The next to get an extension hopefully. Classy footballer. In the mould of McGeouch at his best, except Dylan can score goals regularly from midfield.

[Ribs1875]

Good time for guys to be hitting form. I am sure if he keeps it up he'll attract a few clubs attention.

[green day]

Manneh must be wondering why he signed

Since signing Triantis, NMW and Levitt have been brilliant 😂

Need a lot of players for the UEFA Group Stages :wink:

[Since452]

I wouldn't be surprised if Wrexham come in for him if they get promoted. New contract a must.

[Crunchie]

Levitt is starting to show his undoubted class.
He's won me over that's for sure :aok:

[Greenbeard]

Yes, accusing him of not trying is totally ridiculous. Just utter nonsense.
Nah. There was plenty evidence previously of him not busting a gut to get back, not wanting the ball, leaving others to take responsibility, generally being invisible. Possibly him being very low on confidence was a contributary factor to some of that, but even the most ****-scared low-level player can chase back 100% if you are prepared to put in the effort for your team, even when you are knackered. Fingers crossed these days are gone.

[LaMotta]

Nah. There was plenty evidence previously of him not busting a gut to get back, not wanting the ball, leaving others to take responsibility, generally being invisible. Possibly him being very low on confidence was a contributary factor to some of that, but even the most ****-scared low-level player can chase back 100% if you are prepared to put in the effort for your team, even when you are knackered. Fingers crossed these days are gone.

Only in your head. He may not have been performing as well as we would have liked or that he has been recently, but as I said in my original post that's completely OTT criticism, so thanks for backing up my point!

[Greenbeard]

Only in your head. He may not have been performing as well as we would have liked or that he has been recently, but as I said in my original post that's completely OTT criticism, so thanks for backing up my point!
Each to their own. As an example, the Moivski goal in the League Cup Semi-Final might in your eyes have had Montgomery saying "ach never mind Dylan that you stopped chasing back to let Miovski score. I know you were tired so don't worry that you didn't bust a gut to get in a block or at least put him off. It doesn't matter that we didn't make the final as a result, there there."

[JimBHibees]

MOTM on Saturday for me simply tremendous performance. Good to see the last few games SDG going with more talented ball players in Dylan and Junior it has made a big difference imo

[hibeg]

MOTM on Saturday for me simply tremendous performance. Good to see the last few games SDG going with more talented ball players in Dylan and Junior it has made a big difference imo

Apart from the time when he was caught with a bad Triantis pass which caused a problem, he was outstanding. More please !!!!

[JohnM1875]

MOTM on Saturday for me simply tremendous performance. Good to see the last few games SDG going with more talented ball players in Dylan and Junior it has made a big difference imo

Both have made a massive difference, totally agree. Dylan bossed it on Sunday.

[blackpoolhibs]

He was awful, now he's good. :greengrin

[LaMotta]

Each to their own. As an example, the Moivski goal in the League Cup Semi-Final might in your eyes have had Montgomery saying "ach never mind Dylan that you stopped chasing back to let Miovski score. I know you were tired so don't worry that you didn't bust a gut to get in a block or at least put him off. It doesn't matter that we didn't make the final as a result, there there."


Blaming Levitt for that goal is totally ridiculous. Claiming he wasnt trying to get back is even dafter. From the position he was in he was never getting back in time - nothing to do with not trying hard enough, more to do with not having the mobiliy/pace to do so.

The main person at fault for that goal was Obita who completely switches off and stops tracking Miovski. Miller also culpable for going down way to easily and giving up posession.

Again, you are backing up my point.

[basehibby]

Hes basically gone from jar jar binks to obi wan in a blink of an eye.

Not so much the blink of an eye as the blink of three months. He's been good ever since he started pushing his way back into the side in the wake of Newell's injury and that second spot in the middle next to Triantis is now his to lose. It is tremendously gratifying though. He was unimpressive last season - like a man down out of possession. Yet more Brownie points for Gray in getting the best out of this undoubtably talented footballer.

[Eyrie]

Blaming Levitt for that goal is totally ridiculous. Claiming he wasnt trying to get back is even dafter. From the position he was in he was never getting back in time - nothing to do with not trying hard enough, more to do with not having the mobiliy/pace to do so.

The main person at fault for that goal was Obita who completely switches off and stops tracking Miovski. Miller also culpable for going down way to easily and giving up posession.

Again, you are backing up my point.

That didn't stop Boyle actually trying to get back instead of copying Levitt's gentle jog in the general direction.

I appreciate players have different strengths to their game but at least look like you're making the effort.

[Ray_]

Getting a run of games in a settled side makes a world of difference.

[LaMotta]

That didn't stop Boyle actually trying to get back instead of copying Levitt's gentle jog in the general direction.

I appreciate players have different strengths to their game but at least look like you're making the effort.

They were both running as fast as they could FFS. Levitt just doesn't have running ability, whilst Boyle is a speed merchant. Levitt has no chance of getting back to Miovski, whereas Obita had a headstart on him and just let him go. Levitt slows down right at the and when he realises he isnt getting close. People claiming he wasn't trying properly there are absolute lunatics.

Giving his lack of running ability, leaving Levitt as last man was clearly not a good tactical decision.

[Greenbeard]

They were both running as fast as they could FFS. Levitt just doesn't have running ability, whilst Boyle is a speed merchant. Levitt has no chance of getting back to Miovski, whereas Obita had a headstart on him and just let him go. Levitt slows down right at the and when he realises he isnt getting close. People claiming he wasn't trying properly there are absolute lunatics.

Giving his lack of running ability, leaving Levitt as last man was clearly not a good tactical decision.

Ok Mrs Levitt, you win. Your boy’s amazing and all his past critics
are blind.

[LaMotta]

Ok Mrs Levitt, you win. Your boy’s amazing and all his past critics
are blind.

Lazy response! You really need to try a bit harder :hilarious

[Greenbeard]

Lazy response! You really need to try a bit harder :hilarious

I’m tired and can’t be bothered. That should be ok in your eyes.

[LaMotta]

I’m tired and can’t be bothered. That should be ok in your eyes.

In keeping with your previous analysis on here - no surprise.

[Eyrie]

They were both running as fast as they could FFS. Levitt just doesn't have running ability, whilst Boyle is a speed merchant. Levitt has no chance of getting back to Miovski, whereas Obita had a headstart on him and just let him go. Levitt slows down right at the and when he realises he isnt getting close. People claiming he wasn't trying properly there are absolute lunatics.

Giving his lack of running ability, leaving Levitt as last man was clearly not a good tactical decision.

The difference was that Boyle was willing to make the effort despite being so far away that he could never arrive in time to prevent the shot.

[LaMotta]

The difference was that Boyle was willing to make the effort despite being so far away that he could never arrive in time to prevent the shot.

Boyle wasn't running back to try and prevent the shot though. And it doesn't in anyway mean Levitt is to blame for not being able to get back in time for something he wasn't physically capable of.