John rankin

**harry-hibee** · 25-12-2010 11:19 PM

Spoke to a workmate who is a close friend of John Rankin and he told me that Rankin is looking for a move south, he said he feels that with the young family he has now he needs a club that will give him a more financial security and that Preston NE are the most likely candidates. I was really surprised at this because as far as i am concerned on his performances so far this season i would think he would be lucky to get a club in the SFL, i wonder what you fellow posters think?

**Wotherspiniesta** · 25-12-2010 11:34 PM

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Spoke to a workmate who is a close friend of John Rankin and he told me that Rankin is looking for a move south, he said he feels that with the young family he has now he needs a club that will give him a more financial security and that Preston NE are the most likely candidates. I was really surprised at this because as far as i am concerned on his performances so far this season i would think he would be lucky to get a club in the SFL, i wonder what you fellow posters think?

Rankin's got a great attitude.

Unfortunately he is massively flawed when it comes to the technical side of the game.

I think he'd do a decent job at a lower league SPL team ( I realise that we are a lower league team currently) , but if we want to progress under CC we can't rely on players like Rankin.

As far as moving to the championship, I can't see it. But good luck to him if it's true.

***Diclonius*** · 25-12-2010 11:37 PM

Interesting to note that Rankin will more than likely hit 100 league appearances for Hibs this season, provided he doesn't leave in January.

He's no wage thief, he gives his all and has given us a couple breathtaking moments - squiggler, anyone? - but his technical ability at this level is mediocre at best and a move away is probably the best option for both parties.

**steakbake** · 25-12-2010 11:42 PM

Rankin gets too much undeserved criticism. There are several charlatans in the squad but he ain't one of then. I hope he gets his move to a more receptive and supportive club.

**Ernie Cobra** · 25-12-2010 11:50 PM

bye bye john, thanks for the squiggler......but not the 342 ties you tried it after

**RickyS** · 26-12-2010 12:35 AM

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bye bye john, thanks for the squiggler......but not the 342 ties you tried it after

whats the old saying.......One swallow doesn't make a summer?

good luck in your "south" journey got a feeling you won't be there long

***BroxburnHibee*** · 26-12-2010 07:37 AM

Originally Posted by harry-hibee

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Spoke to a workmate who is a close friend of John Rankin and he told me that Rankin is looking for a move south, he said he feels that with the young family he has now he needs a club that will give him a more financial security and that Preston NE are the most likely candidates. I was really surprised at this because as far as i am concerned on his performances so far this season i would think he would be lucky to get a club in the SFL, i wonder what you fellow posters think?

If he thinks he can get more money elsewhere then I pray he takes it.

A couple of great goals doesn't make a player.

Good luck to him but I'll not miss him.

**Hakim Sar** · 26-12-2010 07:43 AM

Maybe he could sign for Queen of the South? or the reincarnation of Gretna? One of the poorest players I have seen in my life and not worth paying money to go and watch.

***BigKev*** · 26-12-2010 07:45 AM

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Rankin gets too much undeserved criticism. There are several charlatans in the squad but he ain't one of then. I hope he gets his move to a more receptive and supportive club.

I agree.

Some of the abuse he receives is entirely unjustified. If the rest of the current squad had his attitude we wouldn't be languishing in the lower reaches of the SPL.

Not the most gifted but never gives less that 100%

**~~Saorsa~~** · 26-12-2010 07:48 AM

Preston

I'd have thought they'd be trying tae sign players capable of keeping them up or at least getting them back up if they go down.

Rankin might get a game for Preston if they drop three seasons running

but personally I couldnae care where he goes as long as he's no here

**DC_Hibs** · 26-12-2010 08:16 AM

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I agree.

Some of the abuse he receives is entirely unjustified. If the rest of the current squad had his attitude we wouldn't be languishing in the lower reaches of the SPL.

Not the most gifted but never gives less that 100%

I couldnt give a monkeys what type of attitude he has, I base my opinion on players ability first and foremost. You can of course feel free to be content with mediocrity and finishing in lower half of a dreadful league.

Rankin wasnt even a stand out at ICT and should never have been signed. How this guy was at Man Utd I will never know.

I would never abuse him but happy to air my views on a messageboard.

He will thankfully be one of the many cleared out.....and I wouldnt be surprised to see him sign for Preston (Athletic)

Cracking post by the way!!

**IWasThere2016** · 26-12-2010 08:20 AM

Good luck to him but we need someone who is a) more consistant and b) better with the ball

***blackpoolhibs*** · 26-12-2010 08:26 AM

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I couldnt give a monkeys what type of attitude he has, I base my opinion on players ability first and foremost. You can of course feel free to be content with mediocrity and finishing in lower half of a dreadful league.

Rankin wasnt even a stand out at ICT and should never have been signed. How this guy was at Man Utd I will never know.

I would never abuse him but happy to air my views on a messageboard.

He will thankfully be one of the many cleared out.....and I wouldnt be surprised to see him sign for Preston (Athletic)

Cracking post by the way!!

**stubru59** · 26-12-2010 08:37 AM

Originally Posted by harry-hibee

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Spoke to a workmate who is a close friend of John Rankin and he told me that Rankin is looking for a move south, he said he feels that with the young family he has now he needs a club that will give him a more financial security and that Preston NE are the most likely candidates. I was really surprised at this because as far as i am concerned on his performances so far this season i would think he would be lucky to get a club in the SFL, i wonder what you fellow posters think?

If there's any truth in this, the game is in a worst state than I thought.

Running around like a headless chicken would now be seen as an attribute worth paying money for.

Best of luck to the lad, and any team that takes him on.

**~~Hibernia Na Eir~~** · 26-12-2010 08:38 AM

this is great news

***.Sean.*** · 26-12-2010 09:03 AM

If Rankin does depart next month, it'll be with my best wishes. I've met him a couple times and he seems a thoroughly decent guy, and a model pro. He's not the most technically gifted player in the squad, but he's never posted missing, gives his all and has gave the club a few great moments. There are several tossers currently at the club i'd happily see emptied before JR, particularly the knobheads masquerading as professional athletes you find up the town at the weekend.

***lucky*** · 26-12-2010 09:21 AM

JR gives his all every time he plays, unfortunately that is not enough. He is technically very poor and contributes little in most games. However i wish him every success going forward and away from Hibs

***Winston Ingram*** · 26-12-2010 12:30 PM

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Spoke to a workmate who is a close friend of John Rankin and he told me that Rankin is looking for a move south, he said he feels that with the young family he has now he needs a club that will give him a more financial security and that Preston NE are the most likely candidates. I was really surprised at this because as far as i am concerned on his performances so far this season i would think he would be lucky to get a club in the SFL, i wonder what you fellow posters think?

The only thing that is going south is his form.

If we give this imposter a new contract I'll not renew. I'm not paying anymore money to watch him

**RickyS** · 26-12-2010 05:11 PM

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The only thing that is going south is his form.

If we give this imposter a new contract I'll not renew. I'm not paying anymore money to watch him

him and the rest of the ******* can get to ****

**~~Judas Iscariot~~** · 26-12-2010 05:13 PM

I'd actually carry this useless wee **** down south, barefoot!

Terrible, terrible, terrible person..

He's never a footballer

**Wotherspiniesta** · 26-12-2010 05:16 PM

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I'd actually carry this useless wee **** down south, barefoot!

Terrible, terrible, terrible person..

He's never a footballer

Is there any need in that?

He's a crap footballer, hardly a "terrible person"

**KiddA** · 26-12-2010 05:18 PM

Preston NE

oh ma sides He is living in a world of make believe if he honestly thinks he will get a move there. sfl player at best but who would want him

**~~Judas Iscariot~~** · 26-12-2010 05:23 PM

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Is there any need in that?

He's a crap footballer, hardly a "terrible person"

If you put your scrapbook of JR down for a minute you might realise I worded it that way as I don't think you can class RANKin as a footballer..

**Wotherspiniesta** · 26-12-2010 05:25 PM

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If you put your scrapbook of JR down for a minute you might realise I worded it that way as I don't think you can class RANKin as a footballer..

What are you on about?

**zlatan** · 26-12-2010 05:30 PM

Preston Athletic you mean, right?

**RickyS** · 26-12-2010 05:31 PM

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Preston NE

oh ma sides He is living in a world of make believe if he honestly thinks he will get a move there. sfl player at best but who would want him

they all are, they think they are footballers

**~~Judas Iscariot~~** · 26-12-2010 05:38 PM

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Preston Athletic you mean, right?

Prestonpans amatuers more likely

**mcfly** · 26-12-2010 05:55 PM

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Spoke to a workmate who is a close friend of John Rankin and he told me that Rankin is looking for a move south, he said he feels that with the young family he has now he needs a club that will give him a more financial security and that Preston NE are the most likely candidates. I was really surprised at this because as far as i am concerned on his performances so far this season i would think he would be lucky to get a club in the SFL, i wonder what you fellow posters think?

this guy has an inflate idea about his quality.

he is keek - get rid CC