Leigh Griffiths to Aberdeen

***Hibbyradge*** · 14-04-2021 11:14 AM

Originally Posted by superfurryhibby

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What about maverick genius? Is there a place for that in Ross's team? I ask that because for all the improvement, we still seem to lack something in the mix. I have no idea as to how Griffiths is in the dressing room either tbf.

I guess it depends on how the player is affecting his team mates.

I've managed people who are very good at their jobs, and whom I've got on with very well, but the team's overall performance dropped because everyone else was unhappy.

Unfortunately, in a work situation, it's harder to move people on so if they're not careful, the manager eventually gets the reputation of not caring or of having favourites.

In football parlance, that's called losing the dressing room. See John Collins for further information.

**Haymaker** · 14-04-2021 11:18 AM

**Slim Shady** · 14-04-2021 11:56 AM

Originally Posted by Hibbyradge

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I guess it depends on how the player is affecting his team mates.

I've managed people who are very good at their jobs, and whom I've got on with very well, but the team's overall performance dropped because everyone else was unhappy.

Unfortunately, in a work situation, it's harder to move people on so if they're not careful, the manager eventually gets the reputation of not caring or of having favourites.

In football parlance, that's called losing the dressing room. See John Collins for further information.

You could say the same for every team.

Anthony Stokes was not a favourite inside the hibs dressing room.
However his goals were obviously invaluable to the team. His performance in the cup final alone was exceptional. Good managers have to live with that problem.

**MWHIBBIES** · 14-04-2021 12:13 PM

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After the first 6 months, maybe. The first six months? He was tremendous.

It was more like the first 3 months. He scored 9 of his 15 goals in 3 months. Was a bit ***** after that.

***superfurryhibby*** · 14-04-2021 12:13 PM

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I guess it depends on how the player is affecting his team mates.

I've managed people who are very good at their jobs, and whom I've got on with very well, but the team's overall performance dropped because everyone else was unhappy.

Unfortunately, in a work situation, it's harder to move people on so if they're not careful, the manager eventually gets the reputation of not caring or of having favourites.

In football parlance, that's called losing the dressing room. See John Collins for further information.

You would imagine that Griffith's character is fairly well known in football circles? I've played football with guys who were talented, but not great team players. As you say, those things can have an impact

Hibs remind me of wholesome, but slightly stodgy food just now. I want us to be a bit more spicy and have a bit more panache about us.

**RossScott1991** · 14-04-2021 12:30 PM

Not read any of this thread. But simply put

30 year old still. Last time Hibs signed a out of shape ex Hibs player from Celtic known to be abit of a loose cannon and had been frozen out at Celtic didn’t turn out to be too bad a signing.

It’s a yes for me.

**~~Allez Hibs~~** · 14-04-2021 12:39 PM

Leigh Griffiths back to Hibs is a no brainer. The type of player you find a way to fit in the team, not the other way round, unsure if he will fit in the team.

**Kaff** · 14-04-2021 12:46 PM

Originally Posted by Hibbyradge

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I guess it depends on how the player is affecting his team mates.

I've managed people who are very good at their jobs, and whom I've got on with very well, but the team's overall performance dropped because everyone else was unhappy.

Unfortunately, in a work situation, it's harder to move people on so if they're not careful, the manager eventually gets the reputation of not caring or of having favourites.

In football parlance, that's called losing the dressing room. See John Collins for further information.

Good points.
I'm just thinking Jack Ross has to show he's capable of managing some players who aren't steady Eddie's, Scott Allan doesn't appear to create problems and Leigh did seem to knuckle down for us so it's more managing their playing potential than character I think, there has to be some flair in his team for his career to keep developing.
JR might be happy with us in 3rd/4th but I wouldn't think so.
This situation, if its at all possible, hands him a great opportunity for both Hibs and his own career path.
Will be interesting times.

***Hibbyradge*** · 14-04-2021 12:48 PM

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You would imagine that Griffith's character is fairly well known in football circles? I've played football with guys who were talented, but not great team players. As you say, those things can have an impact

Hibs remind me of wholesome, but slightly stodgy food just now. I want us to be a bit more spicy and have a bit more panache about us.

I've been at pains to say that I'm not referring to anyone in particular. It's a general observation.

I'd love Hibs to be more exciting, but I think that if there had been fans at the games, our perception would be different.

I've gone home after games waxing lyrical about how good a performance it was only to be utterly disappointed when watching the replay later.

**Squealing pig** · 14-04-2021 01:00 PM

Would love to see him back , score goals for fun back home

***superfurryhibby*** · 14-04-2021 01:17 PM

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I've been at pains to say that I'm not referring to anyone in particular. It's a general observation.

I'd love Hibs to be more exciting, but I think that if there had been fans at the games, our perception would be different.

I've gone home after games waxing lyrical about how good a performance it was only to be utterly disappointed when watching the replay later.

Ok, but we're talking about Griffiths in particular? Fair enough, you don't know, neither do I

A fair point about the difference between watching a game in person and one on the box. I still think we lack a bit sparkle though.

**Greenio** · 14-04-2021 02:20 PM

Prefer if he didn't come back. Something in me says it wouldn't work.

He'd get my full support if he did though

**hibeedonald** · 14-04-2021 02:25 PM

Would be amazing to get him back, would love to see our HSL donations help towards this.

***WhileTheChief..*** · 14-04-2021 02:31 PM

Has there ever been any chat that Griffiths has the wrong attitude or is a problem in the dressing room?

I know you guys aren’t claiming that just now but wondered if it’s an actual issue or just something some folk are worried about in their own heads?

I don’t see any risk to us in bringing him back at all. He’ll score goals, I’m not really bothered about anything else.

**~~Iggy Pope~~** · 14-04-2021 02:53 PM

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Has there ever been any chat that Griffiths has the wrong attitude or is a problem in the dressing room?

I know you guys aren’t claiming that just now but wondered if it’s an actual issue or just something some folk are worried about in their own heads?

I don’t see any risk to us in bringing him back at all. He’ll score goals, I’m not really bothered about anything else.

My thinking too.
Always looked like he was well knitted in with previous squads and loved pretty much without exception by the fans. Great player lots of experience, bags of goals. It’s a no brainer. Takes less brains than the average Hun TV subscription.
I’m for it.

**Haymaker** · 14-04-2021 02:57 PM

**Phil MaGlass** · 14-04-2021 03:20 PM

As folk ahve said, hes 30 still a bit left in him, I think he would be great for us, points to prove and all that.

***worcesterhibby*** · 14-04-2021 03:34 PM

when you look at the number of chances we are creating and how many of them we are actually converting, I honestly think Griff could score 30 goals for us if he is fit and has the right attitude. Selling Nisbet and bringing in Griff could be a masterstroke. I suspect if he is scoring..he is happy. Get him on the pitch, get him in a Hibs shirt and get the ball in the box.

**SaulGoodman** · 14-04-2021 03:48 PM

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/spo...source=Twitter

**Highwayman** · 14-04-2021 03:59 PM

Reference Leigh Griffith’s personality.
I remember an interview Paul Hanlon did a few years ago when Jason Cummings was knocking in the goals.He was asked if there was any similarity in the personalities of Cummings and Griffiths
He said they were not similar.Jase was a likeable bampot who never stopped talking.Whereas Griffiths was quiet turned up for training,got on with things and never caused problems.
If we could get the 2012-13 version of Griffiths,it would be a yes for me.He was the nearest thing I’ve seen to a one man team.
However IMO there are a lot of hurdles to get over before this could be a goer.

***Malthibby*** · 14-04-2021 04:01 PM

Want him back soo badly.
Firmly believe he would do the business on the park but it would also be such a massive statement from the club, especially if we do lose a couple of our
biggest players. I'm certain it would also help with season tickets & make sure there was a major buzz about the place heading into next season.
GG

**Unseen work** · 14-04-2021 04:15 PM

I’ve said it many times before, Leigh has had his issues but I’ve never heard of anything training wise or in a game to suggest he would be a bad addition.

If he plays games he will get fit and enjoy his football again.

It’s a no brainer.

Nisbet is likely to leave for a decent fee so if we could bring Leigh in for free it would be brilliant business.

***Piqué*** · 14-04-2021 04:17 PM

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https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/spo...source=Twitter

You love to see it

**~~Robbo6-2~~** · 14-04-2021 04:20 PM

Hes coming home

***Frazerbob*** · 14-04-2021 04:26 PM

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**** The Sun

***worcesterhibby*** · 14-04-2021 04:35 PM

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https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/spo...source=Twitter

Typical piece of baseless crap. The MSM simply quoting each other as if that proves anything..no quotes from the player involved or any of the clubs involved. Utter speculation and another sly dig at Hibs from Commons..basically saying Griff is not good enough for Celtic and is yesterdays man, so might suit Hibs. I wish he'd never pulled on a Hibs jersey, can't stand Commons.

Other than that it's a great piece of journalism !

***Jim44*** · 14-04-2021 04:49 PM

The prospect of maybe getting Griffiths is stronger than it appeared a week or two ago. However the story might have a few twists and turns yet. Hopefully the fat lady will sing in our favour soon.

**MWHIBBIES** · 14-04-2021 04:57 PM

I really hope this saga doesn't drag on. If he wants to join and is serious about his career, he'll be here asap, if we want him. Joining late in the window, unfit, haggling for pennies is just going to be the start of a disaster.