Nelson told he can leave

[Hibeesmad]

Sky Sports understands Hibernian are open to offers for experienced defender Michael Nelson.

Nelson has held talks with new Hibs boss Alan Stubbs to discuss his future and both parties have come to an agreement he can move on if a suitable offer is made.

The 34-year-old joined Hibs last summer from Bradford, but was unable to prevent the side from suffering relegation from the Scottish Premiership.

Nelson, who made 34 appearances last season, has been informed he might find his first-team opportunities limited this term and that the club will not stand in his way if he wants to leave Easter Road in search of regular action.

Nelson's agent, Clive Hart, confirmed the former Hartlepool and Norwich defender was weighing up his options.

"Alan [Stubbs] has spoken to Michael and told him his opportunities are likely to be limited this season and that the club won't stand in his way if the right opportunity comes along," Hart told Sky Sports.

"Hibs have been very understanding in the whole thing and Alan has told Michael he is happy to have him around the club if nothing arises as he is very good to have around the place."

[sleeping giant]

"Open to offers"

Jeez ! Are we expecting a fee ?

[Hibeesmad]

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"Open to offers"

Jeez ! Are we expecting a fee ?

Would be a bit cheeky but didn't we pay a small fee for him? 😐

[SMAXXA]

He appreciates the honesty from Stubbs and it won't be a case of a bitter player slating the manager and decision. Fully expect he will move on or have his contract terminated by mutual consent by the end of this window.

[Golden Bear]

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Sky Sports understands Hibernian are open to offers for experienced defender Michael Nelson.

Nelson has held talks with new Hibs boss Alan Stubbs to discuss his future and both parties have come to an agreement he can move on if a suitable offer is made.

The 34-year-old joined Hibs last summer from Bradford, but was unable to prevent the side from suffering relegation from the Scottish Premiership.

Nelson, who made 34 appearances last season, has been informed he might find his first-team opportunities limited this term and that the club will not stand in his way if he wants to leave Easter Road in search of regular action.

Nelson's agent, Clive Hart, confirmed the former Hartlepool and Norwich defender was weighing up his options.

"Alan [Stubbs] has spoken to Michael and told him his opportunities are likely to be limited this season and that the club won't stand in his way if the right opportunity comes along," Hart told Sky Sports.

"Hibs have been very understanding in the whole thing and Alan has told Michael he is happy to have him around the club if nothing arises as he is very good to have around the place."

If he does leave then I wish the guy all the best.

Let's hope this announcement doesn't lead to a spate of "undignified posts" - I'm sure we're better than that.

[Hibeesmad]

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He appreciates the honesty from Stubbs and it won't be a case of a bitter player slating the manager and decision. Fully expect he will move on or have his contract terminated by mutual consent by the end of this window.

With a defender coming in on loan from Everton?

[Hibeesmad]

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If he does leave then I wish the guy all the best.

Let's hope this announcement doesn't lead to a spate of "undignified posts" - I'm sure we're better than that.

I agree, he was another player who was solid until Butcher came in, leave the guy move on and just concentrate on the team we have now taking us to the top of the league 👍

[JeMeSouviens]

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"Open to offers"

Jeez ! Are we expecting a fee ?

More likely how much compo we have to pay him for the remainder of his contract.

[weecounty hibby]

Thanks for the efforts big man. Always a tried and gave his best. Not the best we've ever had but by no means the worst. Good luck for the future.

[Scottie]

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If he does leave then I wish the guy all the best.

Let's hope this announcement doesn't lead to a spate of "undignified posts" - I'm sure we're better than that.

Fully agree GB

Has showed dignity and class in connection with the keyboard warriors on here twitter and Facebook incident's.

Good luck in your search for a new club Michael.

[StarMan10]

Interesting to see as he's our only other first team cb option at the minute. Booth has been playing on the left of 3 during pre season but not sure about him in a 2. The young lad Gardiner, Stubbs might think he can step up. Would expect at least one cb brought in if Nelson leaves though.

[IanM]

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If he does leave then I wish the guy all the best.

Let's hope this announcement doesn't lead to a spate of "undignified posts" - I'm sure we're better than that.

Well said that bear

[Winston Ingram]

Anyone know any taxidermists?

[Hibeesmad]

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Interesting to see as he's our only other first team cb option at the minute. Booth has been playing on the left of 3 during pre season but not sure about him in a 2. The young lad Gardiner, Stubbs might think he can step up. Would expect at least one cb brought in if Nelson leaves though.

I saw Stubbs mention in an interview about 2 weeks ago he still wants another defender so maybe something will come of this. A decent centre back who can play right back would be perfect as it could also count as cover for Gray

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"Open to offers"

Jeez ! Are we expecting a fee ?

Open to offers is can a club pay his wage to me, a player I'd like to see move on & who's wage could be the reason he's still here.

[Winston Ingram]

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Open to offers is can a club pay his wage to me, a player I'd like to see move on & who's wage could be the reason he's still here.

I suspect he'll be one of the higher earners. We'll most likely have to sub his wages

[Smartie]

I'm a wee bit disappointed about this.

I've always thought he was unfairly singled out by our fans and nowhere near as bad as people may have made out. Ok he's slow, very slow but I reckon the hoofball that he was castigated for was merely what Butcher wanted him to do. He's solid enough to be cover at the level we're at (albeit I think we'd need better if we went up) and has the kind of experience that our younger lads could really benefit from having around. By all accounts he's a good pro and you could never accuse him of not giving his all.

That said, there will always be casualties when a new manager comes in. Stubbs has impressed me with his early actions and if this is what he thinks then I'm fully behind him.

[hibsbollah]

Am I allowed to say 'good move Hibs, im pleased to see the back of his shocking distribution', or does that qualify as 'undignified'?

[Bronson]

Honest pro, not a good footballer. Never his biggest fan but I appreciate the fact he always gave his all. Pleased to see he's being allowed to move on as I'd much rather have Forster and Hanlon form a solid partnership.

[blackpoolhibs]

It must mean we have another central defender coming in, unless Stubbs is getting his boots back on.

[PISTOL1875]

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Am I allowed to say 'good move Hibs, im pleased to see the back of his shocking distribution', or does that qualify as 'undignified'?

I for one echo that statement. Never in my life have I seen a central defender be squared up so many times..

[Gerard]

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It must mean we have another central defender coming in, unless Stubbs is getting his boots back on.

Perhaps AS wants a return to football as a PM

[SMAXXA]

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With a defender coming in on loan from Everton?

Not guaranteed there's another player on the radar for that position but he's not from Everton. Think Stubbs isn't putting all his eggs I'm one basket and quite rightly so.

[Pretty Boy]

Couldn't ever fault Nelson for effort.

I think this is a sensible decision but I wish him well if and when he leaves.

[Saturday Boy]

All the best to him if he leaves. Never a world beater, but a solid centre half form August to December, who chipped in with 3 goals, before the whole team imploded.

[emerald green]

Probably best for all concerned if Nelson moves on. Hibs are now trying to develop a passing game and that style of play IMO does not suit Michael Nelson.

Best of luck at your new club when that happens. Could never fault the guy for lack of effort.

[dp00]

Looking on twitter it looks like Nelsons family stay down south while he is up here. Could there be a bit of him wanting to get closer to his family aswell

[DTS]

At the start of last season he was hailed as exactly what we needed a no nonsense centre half who just clears his lines, as the season wore on he became a scapegoat and he perhaps got a lot more abuse than deserved including from myself. I think he's a good enough defender to have as cover at this level, but if he does leave I wish him all the best in the last few years of his career

[NORTHERNHIBBY]

A defender of limited ability but unlimited effort roundly hounded after every game for not being Bobby Moore. Not sure why that is worse than plenty ability but no effort?

[hibee6]

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If he does leave then I wish the guy all the best.

Let's hope this announcement doesn't lead to a spate of "undignified posts" - I'm sure we're better than that.

well said GB