That lad is a number one. No doubts.
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That lad is a number one. No doubts.
Looks a decent one on paper. Good height, good age, played at a decent level and was first choice at previous club. Ticks a lot of boxes.
If he can oust Smith then he will have done well.
Some nice words from his old club on their website:
Sallinger has been with TSV since their promotion to the Bundesliga in 2018. Initially, the now 29-year-old was the reserve goalkeeper behind Rene Swete.However, the Klagenfurt native showed patience and has been the undisputed number one in the TSV goal for the past two and a half years.He played 106 games in blue and white, keeping 31 clean sheets.Raphael Sallinger was the team's calming influence, the "Iceman," who was an important part of the team both on the pitch and in the locker room.Raphael Sallinger: "I know that this decision will mark the end of a very special chapter in my career. A time in which I truly learned a lot, met special people, and experienced special moments. I was there for seven years and am proud that I was able to play a key role, especially in the last two and a half years as No. 1. Those were certainly the club's two most successful years, with the points record and championship playoff last year and the cup final this year. Now I'm looking forward to my new challenge at Hibernian. I will always keep TSV and all those who have accompanied me close to my heart and wish everyone involved only the best!"Chairman and Managing Director Erich Korherr: "Salli approached us with his desire to transfer. He was an absolute pillar of support and a key player until the very end, and played a major role in our success. His strength with his feet and in passing is unparalleled in Austria. He also repeatedly saved points with many brilliant saves and strong reactions on the line. Of course, the loss hurts greatly, but it shows once again that TSV Hartberg is a perfect platform to put yourself in the spotlight and promote yourself for higher responsibilities. The move abroad is the next step. We also warmly congratulate Raphael and wish him a call-up to the red-white-red national team one day. The search for a suitable replacement is in full swing; the requirements profile is clear."Dear Salli, thank you for your loyalty, your commitment, and your outstanding performances.All the best for the exciting challenge in Scotland!
Eins, eins, baby :wink:Quote:
Originally Posted by H18 SFR
Ask and ye shall receive lol....Quote:
Originally Posted by HoboHarry
That’s a great send off from both club and player, very classy. Excited about this one!
Will find out how he shapes up next season, but he has the profile to improve our team/squad.
Experienced and plenty of games at a first team level comparable with our league.
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Originally Posted by One Day Soon
This looks a very good signing, welcome to the Hibees :flag:
I agree, I think this guy will come straight in personally.Quote:
Originally Posted by H18 SFR
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Originally Posted by Centre Hawf
We all like Smith but I’d be astonished ur he’s our number one to start next season.
Interesting one this. I can’t see a player leaving somewhere where he’s clearly well thought off and is currently number one, not to be number one here.
Between this and McGrath, we certainly don’t look like we’re willing to stand still. Precious years I think we’d just have continued with Smith (he might still have the gloves come the European tie) and just brought in a cheap second choice on loan or something.
“His strength with his feet and in passing is unparalleled in Austria. He also repeatedly saved points with many brilliant saves and strong reactions on the line.”
Hearts are going to batter us the first Derby and we will win 1-0.
This is Chris maxwell trying to replace Ofir Marciano all over again...
Really nice words and he sounds like the real deal.Quote:
Originally Posted by Vault Boy
Its all about who performs though doesn’t it? Happy we have another good keeper and hoping the competition keeps everyones level high.Quote:
Originally Posted by H18 SFR
See that Ethan laidlaws contract is up at Brentford this summer, wonder if he’s someone we may be back in for after he left us before? Liked the look of him for the youth team
Smith has been good but we should always be striving for better. If this lad comes in as number one and is better then I'm all for it. If not then we have a good keeper ready to step in. Hopefully Smith keeps his chin up. He's done nothing wrong but that's what happens at a big club with big ambitions.
Hopefully that’s now two good keepers on the books. I can’t forgot the fear I had towards the end of last season (when 3rd was still unconfirmed) when Smith went down injured. I had visions of Bursik fumbling the ball into his own goal, and 3rd place with it. Fortunately Smith got back up.
The think I like about a signing like this is that Goalkeeper is a universal ability. Far to often good players from other leagues (Vente) fail to take to the Scottish game, but shouldn’t be an issue here and it looks on paper like we have made a really good signing. It’s a shame on Smith to loose the number 1 spot but it leaves us strong in the goals.
Don’t think there’s any chance of that.Quote:
Originally Posted by PortoHSC
More likely he’ll be off to an Edinburgh City or something.
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Originally Posted by JasonC1875
Huh? 😳Quote:
Originally Posted by Ribs1875
He was playing at that level back when he left us 2 years ago, I’d imagine he’d be improved after 2 years of training and playing with Brentford b team, perhaps I’m wrong and he will drift off to obscurity but, would love to see a young homegrown player come back and set the Heather alightQuote:
Originally Posted by Paulie Walnuts
Competition is good for places. If Smith keeps the gloves then it will be because he is performing, if this guy comes in and displaces him it will be because he is better and we know we have a more than able deputy.
Sentiment is for fans. Gray, Mackay etc etc knew we needed another keeper and they'll base their decision on who starts next season on what is best for the team.
More likely his physique imoQuote:
Originally Posted by Jones28
I don’t think Laidlaw was ever loaned out? Or have I managed to completely forget that? :confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by PortoHSC
**** sake he looks taller than me and thats him sitting down 😵
Maybe he is, shorty...Quote:
Originally Posted by Bridge hibs
Bet Elvis will be all over itQuote:
Originally Posted by PortoHSC
Mozart Requiem.Quote:
Originally Posted by Callum_62
Maybe Austrian connection?