Paul Hanlon contract

***MagicSwirlingShip*** · 10-02-2016 07:32 PM

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Am I right in thinking his contract is up at the end of the season and he could realistically leave us for Zip?

He has been one of our best performers this season, and with the amount of scouts at Easter Road every fortnight I would be suprised if that has went unnoticed.

We really need to tie him down on a new deal, and pronto.

**Smartie** · 10-02-2016 07:37 PM

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Not seen it highlighted on the forum anywhere else, so apologies If I'm going over old ground.

Am I right in thinking his contract is up at the end of the season and he could realistically leave us for Zip?

He has been one of our best performers this season, and with the amount of scouts at Easter Road every fortnight I would be suprised if that has went unnoticed.

We really need to tie him down on a new deal, and pronto.

I agree, but……..

If you were Paul would you tie yourself to a club who might be playing in the Scottish Championship next season? His bargaining position would be stronger if he was unattached. He has already given us a sterling couple of seasons at this lower level - his career is being held back by playing at this level - would he really want to play at this level any longer? I wouldn't if I were him.

I reckon he'll be one of the player who would be only too happy to commit to staying longer, but only if we are promoted.

***Brightside*** · 10-02-2016 07:37 PM

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Not seen it highlighted on the forum anywhere else, so apologies If I'm going over old ground.

Am I right in thinking his contract is up at the end of the season and he could realistically leave us for Zip?

He has been one of our best performers this season, and with the amount of scouts at Easter Road every fortnight I would be suprised if that has went unnoticed.

We really need to tie him down on a new deal, and pronto.

Yes.

**~~HappyHanlon~~** · 10-02-2016 08:12 PM

Get him signed up and ASAP

***erin go bragh*** · 10-02-2016 08:16 PM

A testimonial should be agreed with his new contract ( must be close to 10 years )

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**FromTheCapital** · 10-02-2016 08:28 PM

If Paul Hanlon doesn't sign a new deal and leave us for nothing then that really is a massive failure by the football club.
Obviously, we don't know if talks are ongoing behind the scenes but Paul is a massive Hibby and is a guy who happily commit his future to the club.

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***MagicSwirlingShip*** · 10-02-2016 08:42 PM

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I agree, but……..

If you were Paul would you tie yourself to a club who might be playing in the Scottish Championship next season? His bargaining position would be stronger if he was unattached. He has already given us a sterling couple of seasons at this lower level - his career is being held back by playing at this level - would he really want to play at this level any longer? I wouldn't if I were him.

I reckon he'll be one of the player who would be only too happy to commit to staying longer, but only if we are promoted.

I see where you're coming from. He has given us two years of good service in the Championship when I understand he had been told he could leave by Butcher.

It reeks of the Riordan scenario a wee bit to be honest, would be gutted to see him leave but I suppose I wouldn't grudge him a move down south. I honestly think he could do a job for a League 1/Championship side.

But he would be a big miss and I've always thought of him as a possible lifelong Hibby like Lewis

**Smartie** · 10-02-2016 09:08 PM

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I see where you're coming from. He has given us two years of good service in the Championship when I understand he had been told he could leave by Butcher.

It reeks of the Riordan scenario a wee bit to be honest, would be gutted to see him leave but I suppose I wouldn't grudge him a move down south. I honestly think he could do a job for a League 1/Championship side.

But he would be a big miss and I've always thought of him as a possible lifelong Hibby like Lewis

It's one of the reasons why we HAVE to go up.

We have too many players who are just too good to be playing in the Championship and need to be playing at a higher level.

I'm sure they would all be happy to commit and have a crack at the Scottish Premier League before possibly moving on.

If we don't go up then it will be back to the drawing board with the squad, albeit it will be easier to win without a Hearts or Rangers in there.

All these cup derbies and League cup finals are fun but our main priority lies elsewhere this season.

All the more reason why we need 3 points from a tricky game this weekend.

**Andy74** · 10-02-2016 09:09 PM

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If Paul Hanlon doesn't sign a new deal and leave us for nothing then that really is a massive failure by the football club.
Obviously, we don't know if talks are ongoing behind the scenes but Paul is a massive Hibby and is a guy who happily commit his future to the club.

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Come on now. Are you suggesting he would just sign any contract?

***Benny Brazil*** · 10-02-2016 09:12 PM

I would be surprised if talks haven't already taken place - would think maybe the club are waiting to get this next week out of the way and then we may hear something

**HoboHarry** · 10-02-2016 09:16 PM

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If Paul Hanlon doesn't sign a new deal and leave us for nothing then that really is a massive failure by the football club.
Obviously, we don't know if talks are ongoing behind the scenes but Paul is a massive Hibby and is a guy who happily commit his future to the club.

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No it isn't. He could be being offered much more money elsewhere. Do you know that he isn't?

**FromTheCapital** · 10-02-2016 09:17 PM

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Come on now. Are you suggesting he would just sign any contract?

That's not what I mean, Andy. Probably should've made it more clear on my behalf. Contract would obviously have to meet Paul's requirements but he would be happy to stay is what I'm getting at :aok

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**FromTheCapital** · 10-02-2016 09:18 PM

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No it isn't. He could be being offered much more money elsewhere. Do you know that he isn't?

See my reply to Andy74 mate, first post was unclear. Deal would have to be right for both parties but he would sign the dotted line if it was.

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***3pm*** · 10-02-2016 09:27 PM

What happened to the 3 year deal he was meant to be signing?

**Michael** · 10-02-2016 09:31 PM

Here's what he had to say about it in December: http://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.co...hibs-1-3975548

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Paul Hanlon hopes to extend his long stay at Hibs beyond the end of this season.

The 25-year-old defender, who is out of contract this summer, said: “I would be keen to stay. This is the club I supported as a boy and the way it is just now, I love being here. I have thought about the possibility of being a one-club man. If it came to it and I had to move on, I’d be open to trying something new, but if I finish my career here having played hundreds of games for Hibs, I’ll be proud of that.”

Hanlon is currently in uncharted territory as he has previously always had the security of long-term contracts. “It’s quite weird because it’s the first time I’ve been in this position,” he said. “When I was younger I got a five-year contract and then a few years into that, I got a new five-and-a-half-year so I’ve never been a position when it was getting close to expiring.

“There’s obviously a bit of pressure because you want to do enough to earn a new contract. I suppose there is a bit anxiety about it, but I’m certainly not at the panic situation yet. It’s more my girlfriend and my family that are wondering what’s going to happen, but I’m quite relaxed about it.”

Hanlon says there have been no discussions about a new deal yet, but he is optimistic his excellent form for Hibs this season will count in his favour. He said: “We’ve not had any talks – it’s still quite early for that. We’ve got to concentrate on getting promoted first and then we can take it from there. I’m not one to go knocking on the manager’s door and pushing things.

“I would rather just concentrate on playing football. I believe that I’m a good enough footballer to let my ability do the talking. The manager’s been playing me every week, so hopefully if I keep doing well enough to stay in the team, that will earn me a new contract.”

***MagicSwirlingShip*** · 10-02-2016 09:41 PM

That is reassuring. Had never seen that article before so thanks for posting.

You would have never seen others who have left us on Bosmans - Riordan, Murray, Caldwell eg - come out with quotes like that, so I'm quite confident he will be here next season now.

**StevieBoyKdy** · 10-02-2016 10:00 PM

Most improved player under Stubbs imo has really turned into a real leader. Demands the ball and bulked up physically. 4 year contract please.

**~~doddsy~~** · 10-02-2016 10:07 PM

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Not seen it highlighted on the forum anywhere else, so apologies If I'm going over old ground.

Am I right in thinking his contract is up at the end of the season and he could realistically leave us for Zip?

He has been one of our best performers this season, and with the amount of scouts at Easter Road every fortnight I would be suprised if that has went unnoticed.

We really need to tie him down on a new deal, and pronto.

Spot on. Paul Hanlon was Liverpool bound at one point. They had scouts up to see him a few years ago. Quoted as the next Alan Hansen. He is a lovely man and a great professional, keep it going Paul.

***jacomo*** · 10-02-2016 10:57 PM

Sign him up. Forever.

**Andy74** · 10-02-2016 11:01 PM

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That's not what I mean, Andy. Probably should've made it more clear on my behalf. Contract would obviously have to meet Paul's requirements but he would be happy to stay is what I'm getting at :aok

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Yeah but you are suggesting it would be a massive failure by the club if they don't get him to sign. You are now saying they would have to meet his requirements.

That's really the crux of contract talks isn't it?

**Halifaxhibby** · 11-02-2016 12:09 AM

He's a good lad on and off the pitch. Like lewis. Been harshly criticised when playing in a crap team as has lewis. Pair of them play for the jersey and we need players like that in the team. Especially in derbies. Thats why the poppy thieves have had the edge in recent years. They have players in the team or management who know how important it is....deeks goc fletch thomson murray had that fight which we have lacked for years. Massive player now he has that support and confidence back. He will just get better under stubbsy. Anyone there n sunday could see how much that goal meant to him and the team.
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**FromTheCapital** · 11-02-2016 07:07 AM

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Yeah but you are suggesting it would be a massive failure by the club if they don't get him to sign. You are now saying they would have to meet his requirements.

That's really the crux of contract talks isn't it?

I was more leaning towards the fact that if we lost him without offering a new deal at all to be honest bud.

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**The Harp Awakes** · 11-02-2016 07:23 AM

Paul must be loving the positive atmosphere on and off the pitch at the Club just now, having endured the low points over recent years. His attitude on the pitch and goal celebration on Sunday tells me he'll be here beyond the end of the season.

**Big_Franck** · 11-02-2016 07:34 AM

Thanks for posting that article up. I'm both surprised and disappointed that by December we still hadn't spoken to him about a new contract.

I've not always been Hanlon's biggest fan in the past but he has been immense this season and is one of our most important players.

Interesting that his best run of form has coincided with him being in the last year of his contract. At times I don't think the security of 4/5 year deals do the development of our young players any good at all.

***J-C*** · 11-02-2016 08:28 AM

Very surprised Paul hasn't been offered a new deal like Lewis, he's Hibs through and through and even though I've criticised him in the past, his improvement this past year or so has made him one of the first names on the team sheet. A contract could be offered with a simple clause put in when we get promotion to make his wages Premier league status.

***scoopyboy*** · 11-02-2016 08:33 AM

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If Paul Hanlon doesn't sign a new deal and leave us for nothing then that really is a massive failure by the football club.
Obviously, we don't know if talks are ongoing behind the scenes but Paul is a massive Hibby and is a guy who happily commit his future to the club.

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He would gladly sign a new deal if it was acceptable to him.

He gets married in the close season and would like his immediate future sorted out before then.

There is however a doubt over what league we will be in and this could delay a deal.

***Brightside*** · 11-02-2016 08:49 AM

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Thanks for posting that article up. I'm both surprised and disappointed that by December we still hadn't spoken to him about a new contract.

I've not always been Hanlon's biggest fan in the past but he has been immense this season and is one of our most important players.

Interesting that his best run of form has coincided with him being in the last year of his contract. At times I don't think the security of 4/5 year deals do the development of our young players any good at all.

There has been plenty chat.

***J-C*** · 11-02-2016 09:18 AM

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He would gladly sign a new deal if it was acceptable to him.

He gets married in the close season and would like his immediate future sorted out before then.

There is however a doubt over what league we will be in and this could delay a deal.

That's why I don't understand why they can't offer him a deal with a wage rise clause added if/when we get promotion.

**DirtyDeeds** · 11-02-2016 09:49 AM

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That's why I don't understand why they can't offer him a deal with a wage rise clause added if/when we get promotion.

I would imagine his concern is commiting to a club potentially still in the Championship next year, rather than the terms of any deal. His appeal to clubs down south would be based on him being a free agent, still not sure many would spring for a fee for a guy who's taken until he was 24/25 to show consistently accomplished performances at Prem/Champ level.