Chris Cadden new deal [Archive] - hibs.net Messageboard

HoboHarry

14-03-2025, 03:11 PM

Yep, I like him as a player.

FWIW I think I’d be keeping all the main players whose contracts are up.

The great reset doesn’t look like it needs to be so great right now.
Agree with that, we'll always be looking for quality additions for all positions of course but we have a good team as it stands shown by our league position.

Paul1642

14-03-2025, 03:15 PM

Wasn’t too fussed about this being done but now it’s completed I can definitely see the positives for the bigger picture.

The squad as a while is on the form of my lifetime and the players attitude is great.

Maybe best to keep that as steady as we can so we can hit the ground running next season rather than the usual rebuild.

Since90+2

14-03-2025, 03:16 PM

Excellent player and glad to see this. Personally I think he’s every bit as good as Nicky C, just doesn’t have the support of an Iredale behind him so has to do more.

He's a good player but his delivery is nowhere near as good as his brother, and for the position they play that's absolutely vital.

Glad he's signed a new deal.

ancient hibee

14-03-2025, 03:33 PM

He’s a steady player and works hard but lacks pace and his crossing is hit or miss.

Lago

14-03-2025, 03:36 PM

Well merited pleased for him, a solid professional.

HoboHarry

14-03-2025, 03:40 PM

He's a good player but his delivery is nowhere near as good as his brother, and for the position they play that's absolutely vital.

Glad he's signed a new deal.
Alternately, you could have said that Nicky Caddens deliveries are considerably better than most in his position.

Since90+2

14-03-2025, 03:44 PM

Alternately, you could have said that Nicky Caddens deliveries are considerably better than most in his position.

Yup, that would include his brother though 😂

007

14-03-2025, 03:56 PM

Yup, that would include his brother though 😂

That's to be expected as they are not identical twins. 😀

HoboHarry

14-03-2025, 04:05 PM

Yup, that would include his brother though 😂
Who said it didn't? Just kind of better to be positive about Nicky Cadden rather than put his brother down but then maybe you find that difficult.

Since90+2

14-03-2025, 04:14 PM

Who said it didn't? Just kind of better to be positive about Nicky Cadden rather than put his brother down but then maybe you find that difficult.

What you greeting about now 😂 have a day off man it's the weekend after all.

If saying someone is a good player and I'm glad he's signed a new deal is how you interpret putting someone down you must have a pretty fragile mentality.

CmoantheHibs

14-03-2025, 04:27 PM

Pleased with this. Chris is an integral part of making how we play a success.Good bit of business by Hibs.

PHeffernan

14-03-2025, 04:30 PM

The most interesting thing this re-signing opens up is what happens with Megwa now given Millers contract will definitely be renewed.
Are we going to use Miller as a centre half in a 3 next season and have Cadden at wing back with Megwa as his back up?

Alternately are we going to send Megwa on loan to a bottom 6 level team next season to get SPL experience.
He has just turned 21 and already has 2 seasons good experience in the Championship.

Donegal Hibby

14-03-2025, 04:35 PM

Delighted Cadden has signed a new contract , good player and character to have at the club, important we keep these type of players and most of the squad together. Hopefully try and tie down Boyle , Miller and Rocky next🤞…

https://www.footballscotland.co.uk/spfl/scottish-premiership/inside-chris-cadden-stunning-hibs-27035150

J-C

14-03-2025, 04:37 PM

Good solid pro, especially in this league.

Callum_62

14-03-2025, 04:38 PM

The most interesting reveal this resigning opens up is what happens with Megwa now given Millers contract will definitely be renewed.
Are we going to use Miller as a centre half in a 3 next season and have Cadden at wing back with Megwa as his back up?

Alternately are we going to send Megwa on loan to a bottom 6 level team next season to get SPL experience.
He has just turned 21 and already has 2 seasons good experience in the Championship.Is it certain miller's staying on?

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PHeffernan

14-03-2025, 04:54 PM

Is it certain miller's staying on?

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Hibs have a years option on Miller and will definitely take it up.
The only question is can we get him to agree to extend for more than a year.
If he won't Hibs may try to sell him.

JohnM1875

14-03-2025, 04:55 PM

Hibs have a years option on Miller and will definitely take it up.
The only question is can we get him to agree to extend for more than a year.
If he won't Hibs may try to sell him.

Based on what though? Anything you've heard?

Tambo

14-03-2025, 04:59 PM

Has been solid this season for me, nothing special but can't really remember any games this season where he has been poor.

BILLYHIBS

14-03-2025, 05:26 PM

Excellent player and glad to see this. Personally I think he’s every bit as good as Nicky C, just doesn’t have the support of an Iredale behind him so has to do more.

Nicky is better with or without Iredale

5 goals 4 assists compared to 1 assist

Chris does have other qualities

Pleased for him

PHeffernan

14-03-2025, 05:28 PM

Based on what though? Anything you've heard?

It's a no brainer business decision.

Miller is a valuable asset that we have been developing for 3 seasons therefore Hibs will be taking up their year option on his contract even if it's just so they can try to sell him this summer. If Hibs don't take up their option he walks on a free.

He has been at Hibs for 3 seasons and has made year on year progress:
He only played 420 minutes in season 1 as he settled in
In season 2 he played 2400 minutes so that was his break through
This season he has already played 2200 minutes and there are still 9 games to be played

He will be 25 as next season starts, can play wing back or right CB in a 3, he is dangerous at the back post in the opposition box, has no injury issues, has further improvement in him and is an established Australian international.

Hibs will look to sign him on at least a 2 year deal probably with a view to selling him for a decent fee in summer 2026 after a solid season as he goes moves into his peak playing years. The only issue is whether Miller is willing to commit to more than 1 year and I think he will.

In conclusion, Miller will have a new Hibs contract unless he suffers a horrific injury between now and the end of the season.

Donegal Hibby

14-03-2025, 05:31 PM

Seems happy to have got his deal…

https://youtu.be/dadXKl05zBM?si=UoL0qc3K5fowQz68

CentreLine

14-03-2025, 05:42 PM

He's a good player but his delivery is nowhere near as good as his brother, and for the position they play that's absolutely vital.

Glad he's signed a new deal.

We’ll have to agree to disagree on that. I used the word “personally” because it’s about opinions But glad we agree it’s good to see him re-signing .

Hibee Mac

14-03-2025, 05:47 PM

PHeffernan

14-03-2025, 05:58 PM

Seems happy to have got his deal…

https://youtu.be/dadXKl05zBM?si=UoL0qc3K5fowQz68

So would you be if someone offered you circa half a million quid to play football for 2 season

Hiber-nation

14-03-2025, 06:12 PM

Good squad player, his defending has improved. Can he improve on his crossing? Not so sure.

Eyrie

14-03-2025, 06:35 PM

Good to hear Cadden is staying. He's well suited to the wing back role, so this would indicate we're planning to stick with the 3-4-1-2 next season.

Donegal Hibby

14-03-2025, 06:48 PM

So would you be if someone offered you circa half a million quid to play football for 2 season

The money helps alright though I think there’s a bit more to it in I’d say he’s settled at the club as well as a few more factors too .

007 Mickey Weir

14-03-2025, 06:48 PM

I think having both Cadden brothers in squad is good for team spirit.

TrinityHFC

14-03-2025, 07:43 PM

Good to have a decent level of continuity. Every year we seem to start either Europe or the League Cup with half a team. We already have a good squad to start the season with.

Keepthefaith

14-03-2025, 09:37 PM

decent squad player but the quality of his crossing could IMO be improved on. also makes me wonder what the plan is for miller and mega - I think McKay had said that we were looking at having 3 for every position - 2 competing for the position and a youngster, just wondering if megwa would see it that way after being given a 4 year deal and never been anywhere near the first team really.

does make you wonder where the improvements are going to be made in the squad. potentially at centre half (think we'll move ekpiteta on as not good enough with the ball at his feet) and think we will sign another first choice keeper to challenge smith. another top striker and a wide man too probably on the list, with midfield looking better with manneh, McGrath (hopefully triantis!) and both Rudi and potentially Jacob McIntyre to come into the team / squad more.

should maybe put the second part of this on another thread about the summer transfers!

ekhibee

14-03-2025, 10:52 PM

Excellent player and glad to see this. Personally I think he’s every bit as good as Nicky C, just doesn’t have the support of an Iredale behind him so has to do more.

All about opinions I suppose, I don't think he's anywhere near as good as his brother. Don't have anything against him getting another contract though.

The Harp Awakes

14-03-2025, 11:17 PM

A good player to have around as a utility / squad option. Happy enough with this but we should absolutely try to improve the right wing back position in the summer if we can, Chris is decent but not a stand out.

His brother on the other side is outstanding, Chris is more of a workman type player which has its pros but he lacks the quality to break teams down when it matters.

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Good summary. I'm a bit surprised by the announcement. I thought Chris was likely to move on at the end of this season.

A dependable player who gives his all and has come back well from a serious injury.

RIP

15-03-2025, 06:21 AM

The Spaceman

15-03-2025, 06:44 AM

He is a big part our team culture/ethos I think. I also rate him as a player and I’m happy he’s staying.

We’ve got it all to play for this season, but already excited for next season as feels like we’ve got the opportunity to start with a good solid and settled base for the first time in a while (thanks to players like Chris), but also expecting us to go out and bring in some real marquee signings to progress.

JimBHibees

15-03-2025, 07:15 AM

I think having both Cadden brothers in squad is good for team spirit.

Without question. Glad Chris has signed great attitude and very good player.

jeffers

15-03-2025, 08:45 AM

Without question. Glad Chris has signed great attitude and very good player.

Genuinely surprised anyone can watch Chris Cadden and describe him as a very good player. I’m sure he’s a great pro with a good attitude but if he was playing for one of our rivals I doubt there would be a clamour to sign him.

Blaster

15-03-2025, 09:26 AM

Genuinely surprised anyone can watch Chris Cadden and describe him as a very good player. I’m sure he’s a great pro with a good attitude but if he was playing for one of our rivals I doubt there would be a clamour to sign him.

Probably not but he is a decent player at our level. Our squad is never going to be full of top quality players but having good solid pro’s will help us through a season. We need a good solid core and top it off with real quality signings and that’s what he’ll bring

CentreLine

15-03-2025, 09:48 AM

Genuinely surprised anyone can watch Chris Cadden and describe him as a very good player. I’m sure he’s a great pro with a good attitude but if he was playing for one of our rivals I doubt there would be a clamour to sign him.

All about opinions Jeffers and yours are pretty solid. On the other hand I see C Cadden as having the full package to cover all the basis on the right side. For me Miller, who has had a few good games covering as right centre half, is less than reliable and leaves us exposed as a full back. Therefore, CC has to cover the length of the field and he does that to great effect. I cannot understand people not seeing that and also not seeing the consistently excellent delivery in his crosses. Just have to agree to differ
Nicky C is terrific on the left but we get much more from him because Jack Iredale is a top player behind him. With NC out I think we will also see how good Obita can be. When he had to do the full job he got pulled out of position way too often. No such worries now with Iredale.

B.H.F.C

15-03-2025, 10:02 AM

All about opinions Jeffers and yours are pretty solid. On the other hand I see C Cadden as having the full package to cover all the basis on the right side. For me Miller, who has had a few good games covering as right centre half, is less than reliable and leaves us exposed as a full back. Therefore, CC has to cover the length of the field and he does that to great effect. I cannot understand people not seeing that and also not seeing the consistently excellent delivery in his crosses. Just have to agree to differ
Nicky C is terrific on the left but we get much more from him because Jack Iredale is a top player behind him. With NC out I think we will also see how good Obita can be. When he had to do the full job he got pulled out of position way too often. No such worries now with Iredale.

We get more from Nicky because he’s technically better. His free kick against Aberdeen, his set piece deliveries are things that you just don’t get from Chris.

Nicky already has as many goals for Hibs as Chris does and isn’t far behind in terms of assists.

Chris is ok as a wing back but not much more or less for me. It’s the only position I would ever play him.

Ribs1875

15-03-2025, 10:07 AM

I welcomed that as a positive logical deal. He's versatile and a good squad player to have at the club.

theonlywayisup

15-03-2025, 10:17 AM

Genuinely surprised anyone can watch Chris Cadden and describe him as a very good player. I’m sure he’s a great pro with a good attitude but if he was playing for one of our rivals I doubt there would be a clamour to sign him.

I must admit that I rarely watch the opposition when watching the Hibees, so my question below isn't being cheeky.

Who, in your opinion watching the other eleven teams, is better than Chris Cadden in the right wingback role?

marinello59

15-03-2025, 10:38 AM

I must admit that I rarely watch the opposition when watching the Hibees, so my question below isn't being cheeky.

Who, in your opinion watching the other eleven teams, is better than Chris Cadden in the right wingback role?

That is an excellent question and one that we don't consider often enough when talking about the merits of our own players.
Outside of the Old Firm there may be some almost as good but I doubt there are any better.

CentreLine

15-03-2025, 11:42 AM

I must admit that I rarely watch the opposition when watching the Hibees, so my question below isn't being cheeky.

Who, in your opinion watching the other eleven teams, is better than Chris Cadden in the right wingback role?

Johnstone at Celtic for sure. Tavernier at the the rangers although it’s hard to tell if he still is because he’s out of favour right now over there. Struggling after that.

PHeffernan

15-03-2025, 12:01 PM

Mackay and Gray share a common ethos.

They believe in building Hibs teams around a group of players with character. Men who behave well on and off the pitch, who work hard, train well and show good judgement during a game. Who love the club and would run through brick walls for the team and its supporters.

They value a settled squad with good camaraderie in the dressing room over the player we haven't signed yet and don't know. The best Hibs teams since WW2 have all hit those benchmarks and I'm seeing strong signs that under this management team that the signing mistakes of the past few seasons are behind us.

I think your right and controversially I would say the biggest risk to it continuing are Foley and his cohorts if they pressure us down the Tavares, Melkersen, Kenneh etc signing route again with their player trading model or send us average young inexperienced guys from their other clubs to develop.
IMO the key to our current success is down to signing solid experienced pro's and I hope that signing policy continues this summer.

The Modfather

15-03-2025, 12:04 PM

That is an excellent question and one that we don't consider often enough when talking about the merits of our own players.
Outside of the Old Firm there may be some almost as good but I doubt there are any better.

Do we not also bemoan the overall quality of the league outside of the Old Firm. Which is why the teams in 3rd and 4th are there despite both going a third of the season struggling to buy a win. Being among the better players in our league isn’t quite the badge of honour it seems IMO.

I’d not have extended Cadden, and if we keep both him & Miller I’ll be quite disappointed. RWB is among the first places I’d start in terms of bringing in upgrades. Though a good squad player.

If I was an opposition manager I’d double up on N Cadden and try and force everything down our right as C Cadden is very poor in the final third IMO. I know a big chunk of his games will have been at right back, but a chunk are also as a winger. Transfer market has him as 4 goals and 8 assists in 103 league games. That’s atrocious for how often he finds himself in the final third and how often he puts crosses in IMO.

jeffers

15-03-2025, 12:20 PM

Do we not also bemoan the overall quality of the league outside of the Old Firm. Which is why the teams in 3rd and 4th are there despite both going a third of the season struggling to buy a win. Being among the better players in our league isn’t quite the badge of honour it seems IMO.

I’d not have extended Cadden, and if we keep both him & Miller I’ll be quite disappointed. RWB is among the first places I’d start in terms of bringing in upgrades. Though a good squad player.

If I was an opposition manager I’d double up on N Cadden and try and force everything down our right as C Cadden is very poor in the final third IMO. I know a big chunk of his games will have been at right back, but a chunk are also as a winger. Transfer market has him as 4 goals and 8 assists in 103 league games. That’s atrocious for how often he finds himself in the final third and how often he puts crosses in IMO.

Excellent summary imo. I was hoping someone had stats on C Cadden, the ones you’ve provided doesn’t scream the quality delivery other posters are seeing.

I’ll be honest re other players in the league who play his position in that I don’t really pay much attention to them. I agree re MJ at Celtic, if Devlin at Sheep is right sided I’d add him to the list.

PHeffernan

15-03-2025, 12:37 PM

I must admit that earlier in the season I didn't think Hibs would renew the contract of Chris and would replace him with Megwa at a fraction of his wage.
However, Chris has already played almost 2000 minutes this season and Kanayo is not quite ready yet.
I now see Hibs selling Miller in summer 2026 and replacing him with Megwa as Chris goes into his final season.

P.S. Kanayo needs to be on loan at a bottom 6 SPL team next season to see if he can hack it.

silverhibee

15-03-2025, 01:36 PM

I actually thought he would have been one of a few that won’t get contracts after being told about a big clear out in the summer, possibly a good squad player but I hope we will be looking for better than CC for the new season.

cannastar

15-03-2025, 08:07 PM

Big part of our success this season good contribution on many occassions and a solid pro. It is players like Chris we should be trying to keep/attract to our football club. Well done Chris on your new contract hope you are here for a few more years to come.

Greenio

15-03-2025, 08:53 PM

I think there are many reasons why CC should have been given this new deal.

However, in not sure I would have. Might be an unpopular opinion but i just never seen him play that great. Good at making space maybe, rarely that good at capitalising on it.

Hopefully theres yet another level to his game he can hit more frequently