A-league football

[Forza Fred]

I’ll try and answer the questions posed, and offer my opinion on the players….keep in mind it’s just my opinions and people may see things differently….although I have followed the Mariners pretty closely.
1 I have no idea if Tillio would get a work permit….nor if he would want to play in Scotland.

He’s a good player imho…..not a star that will be a top scorer in Scotland but a good player.

2 Nisbet…a pocket sized dynamo in midfield with a fair bit of skill…..but he’s about 5’3”..and although a tough wee guy, I’m pretty sure most Scottish clubs would be hesitant to sign him because of his small stature. Mind you, he’s worthy of consideration, definitely.

3 Ballard…I would be surprised if many clubs wanted to sign him in Scotland, and surprised to see his name here…but as I say it’s about opinions.

4 Farrell…..Hibs have been aware of Farrell for a couple of years, and I know Monty thinks highly of him.
He’s a member of the under 23’s and an excellent prospect at left back.
A shy, quiet laddie, he is good going forward and can put in some crunching tackles.
Some may see him currently as being a bit raw for regular SPL football, but he is definitely someone I’d like to see Hibs sign before someone else does.

5 Kaltak. The first Vanuatu player in the A League and a hero in his home country…even his prime minister came to watch him in the Grand Final.
A rugged centre half who puts his body on the line every game.
Not sure how he’d go in Scotland though speed wise…and dunno how he’d fancy Scotland in the winter tbh.
One thing you could guarantee though is 100% effort.

Most of these guys are pretty good….but sometimes I think some supporters expect any signings from overseas to be ‘messiahs’ and are disappointed if they are the same level as the existing squad or just a wee bit better.

There are no ‘superstars’ there but certainly good professional players…and in Farrell a definite future prospect if handled right.