vegas-voss Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Not for me guy usually has a wee purple patch each year then disappears about January for months without a goal.He would be a bench warmer at best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3fingersreid Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Was he the player who missed a sitter against us in the semi final at the echodome a few years back ? I'd rather we let young Oliver get a game up front and spend any monies we have on a midfielder tbh that said if he did come then great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 If we have 200k to spend, we should not be spending it on this guy. Attacking midfielder needed if we're to stay near the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjay Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'm told we Are not in for Billy Mckay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboPete Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'm told we Are not in for Billy Mckay. What about Stevie May? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjay Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 What about Stevie May? Haven't got a clue mate. Maybe aye maybe no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RudiHMFC Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Haven't got a clue mate. Maybe aye maybe no. No chance aye, definitely no. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollyWolly Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 What about Stevie May? Stevie May is better than Billy McKay IMO but will cost more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjay Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Looks like Hibs could be nicking Billy Mckay from under Uniteds nose. Ross county still about too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bighusref Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Looks like Hibs could be nicking Billy Mckay from under Uniteds nose. Ross county still about too. If Billy McKay turns down United for Hibs he is bonkers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clerry Jambo Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 If Billy McKay turns down United for Hibs he is bonkers. Correct and where are the losers getting 200K from?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We_are_the_Hearts Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Bad news for Keatings if true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I can't imagine that any player would knock back United for the vermin. Money would be the only reason and they'd have to offer a whole lot more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the general Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Stevie May is better than Billy McKay IMO but will cost more. but available on loan maybe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjay Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 If Billy McKay turns down United for Hibs he is bonkers. Yep. I agree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambmoz Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Looks like Hibs could be nicking Billy Mckay from under Uniteds nose. Ross county still about too. would be a good purchase for them, they seem to be throwing a few quid at getting promoted. I'd have him in our squad to be honest!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Hibs have robbed a bank surely. All this to get into a play off position, a position they have failed in 2 successive seasons. Billy McKay is not someone I would be too keen on, hot or cold, I could see him sitting on our bench, not improving himself and therefore us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollyWolly Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 but available on loan maybe Loans cost money and you don't get the asset at the end of it though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambmoz Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Correct and where are the losers getting 200K from?? it's not from the huge attendances they get anyways. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Serious question. Why aren't Aberdeen in for him? They have taken anyone else half decent ICT have ever had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gigolo-Aunt Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 If Hibs are going toe to toe with clubs over a 200k player, they really are going all out for promotion this year and potentially playing a dangerous game. Rangers will be way out in front which leaves the play off's and McKay is the quality of player that could make the difference between going up or staying in the Championship. Thing is, if it goes boobies up for whatever reason, its another year of losing out on money and its hard to see how they can keep going on like that with crowds as they are. Another point is if McKay does choose Hibs over United, they must be throwing daft wages at it as well. All said and done, could see them being in for him on loan, but not as a full signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboPete Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Loans cost money and you don't get the asset at the end of it though Not unless its a loan deal with a permanent move at the end. Happens regularly nowadays. Gives us more time to find the readies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All roads lead to Gorgie Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Serious question. Why aren't Aberdeen in for him? They have taken anyone else half decent ICT have ever had. Maybe because like us they think they are well covered up front or perhaps his hot/ cold form which many have alluded to. Wyness had a similar record at ICT but turned out to be a dud when we signed him so players that shine at one club don't always make an impact elsewhere. His time down south seems to be a bit of a failier. If he did go to the championship with H1b5 he would be a standout. I could see the Ibrox mob stepping in to stop that scenario happening though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambmoz Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Maybe because like us they think they are well covered up front or perhaps his hot/ cold form which many have alluded to. Wyness had a similar record at ICT but turned out to be a dud when we signed him so players that shine at one club don't always make an impact elsewhere. His time down south seems to be a bit of a failier. If he did go to the championship with H1b5 he would be a standout. I could see the Ibrox mob stepping in to stop that scenario happening though. can't see rangers being too worried to be honest, you would expect him to hit a few in the championship tho!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clerry Jambo Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 @ScottBurns75: @billymckay22 - as it stands - will not be joining @dundeeunitedfc. @HibsOfficial trying to do a deal while @RCFCStaggies keen on loan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollyWolly Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Not unless its a loan deal with a permanent move at the end. Happens regularly nowadays. Gives us more time to find the readies. So we'd need to pay a loan fee for a season and then a transfer fee, which in his case would be the thick end of half a million I would think ? This is the problem with signing ANYONE who has been in England, even those who have failed in England. The price is way in excess of the worth. This is also why we look abroad for signings and get people like Juanma on much less than we'd get the likes of Stevie May for. Juanma or May anyone ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamhammer Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Poor mans Dennis Wyness IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingantti1874 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Hibs must be running at a substantial loss here, no way their gates support the outlay on wages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cut The Crap Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Hibs must be running at a substantial loss here, no way their gates support the outlay on wages Rangers return to adequacy has really spooked them I reckon. They are desperate to avoid a third season in the second tier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollyWolly Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Rangers return to adequacy has really spooked them I reckon. They are desperate to avoid a third season in the second tier. Jesus what a hard league that is to get out of. They must know they are likely to be there next season by now and they would be better off looking at structure for next season rather than chucking daft money at a next to impossible task this season. You can see them in the play offs but beating the 2nd bottom premier side ? Very little chance IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambmoz Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Jesus what a hard league that is to get out of. They must know they are likely to be there next season by now and they would be better off looking at structure for next season rather than chucking daft money at a next to impossible task this season. You can see them in the play offs but beating the 2nd bottom premier side ? Very little chance IMO. I think they are trying to put a team together to win the play off, risky but there are a few pretty poor teams in the spl who you would expect them to beat!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mainstandjambo Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 According to BBC Wigan have accepted bid from Dundee Utd for McKay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cut The Crap Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Jesus what a hard league that is to get out of. Oh, I don't know... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wavydavy Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 @ScottBurns75: @billymckay22 - as it stands - will not be joining @dundeeunitedfc. @HibsOfficial trying to do a deal while @RCFCStaggies keen on loan. Old Uncle Tom must be selling a hell of a lot of tyres and exhausts to help the Hibbees pay their ever increasing wage bill. Oh no sorry he just gets the bank to pay for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spencer Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 @ScottBurns75: @billymckay22 - as it stands - will not be joining @dundeeunitedfc. @HibsOfficial trying to do a deal while @RCFCStaggies keen on loan. Really not sure where that leaves United. They look well short up front and that idiotic Chairman appears more focused on some bizarre Australian idea. He would be a superb acquisition for Hibs imo. I think he'd be very good for us for that matter. I wouldn't rule out ICT getting involved for obvious reasons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert Le Clos Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Sky Sports News also reporting the Arabs have agreed a fee with Wigan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJGJ Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/34074171 Dundee United have had a bid of about ?200,000 accepted by Wigan Athletic for striker Billy Mckay. The former Inverness CT player has played only nine games for Wigan since joining them in January this year. "We are working on one or two things just now and there is nothing concrete at the moment," United boss Jackie McNamara told BBC Scotland. "But we are trying to get some stuff done." Mckay, 26, has still to reach a financial settlement with Wigan about his departure from the club. Ross County were also interested in signing the player but United are now firm favourites to capture Mckay who scored over 50 goals in his spell with Caley Thistle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewB Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 @ScottBurns75: @billymckay22 - as it stands - will not be joining @dundeeunitedfc. @HibsOfficial trying to do a deal while @RCFCStaggies keen on loan. Soooo... Since Scott Burns writes for the Daily Express (what Private Eye calls the Daily Getsworse) shall we assume this is horse poo? Who to believe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paolo Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Hibs have robbed a bank surely. All this to get into a play off position, a position they have failed in 2 successive seasons. Billy McKay is not someone I would be too keen on, hot or cold, I could see him sitting on our bench, not improving himself and therefore us. They have robbed a bank. The bank they robbed is owned by the tax payer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EreWeG0.. Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 If the shite get him, I'd say they would have to definitely get promoted this year or face financial meltdown next year. And we all know they bottle it when it really matters.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Morgan Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Billy McKay would be a decent signing but we don't need him. We have enough cover and better strikers at the club just now. We could do with an attacking minded CM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fly the Saltire Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I would not pay for Billy McKay but Stevie May who is on his way out from Sheffield Wednesday is another matter. A good addition to Hearts squad with great resale potential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollyWolly Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I think they are trying to put a team together to win the play off, risky but there are a few pretty poor teams in the spl who you would expect them to beat!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I would expect Kilmarnock to soundly beat Hibs if the squads stay as they are or close to it. Who else is going to be down that end ? Partick, Ross County, Hamilton maybe, St Johnstone ? A couple of others in the frame maybe. Hibs won't beat any of them over two legs as their squad stands at the moment.IMO they are going to have to build this season and next summer and hope the quality in the championship next season is poor enough for them to make a decent fist of winning it. They are NOT going up this season IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maroonnicky63 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 why the hell would we want Billy McKay ? we need a good strong midfielder before we want a striker I would have thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CollyWolly Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 why the hell would we want Billy McKay ? we need a good strong midfielder before we want a striker I would have thought Because he would strengthen the squad in the striker position. If signing him means we can't get another attacking midfielder in, then we shouldn't obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboT Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I'd love to see Billy Mckay at hearts if we could get him. He's scored plenty of goals already in this league and he's only 26. Plus one thing Tuesday showed was that without Sow & Juanma we lacked a cutting edge up front. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobNox Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 I would expect Kilmarnock to soundly beat Hibs if the squads stay as they are or close to it. Who else is going to be down that end ? Partick, Ross County, Hamilton maybe, St Johnstone ? A couple of others in the frame maybe. Hibs won't beat any of them over two legs as their squad stands at the moment. IMO they are going to have to build this season and next summer and hope the quality in the championship next season is poor enough for them to make a decent fist of winning it. They are NOT going up this season IMO. The way things have started ICT could well be down there come the end of the season. It would be nice to see Hibs pumped in the final by a former captain and manager. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E3OBE Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 We need to aim to sign players better than we already have. Based on the quality we are attracting/signing now, Billy McKay doesn't fit that criteria. Bang average Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamdub Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/34074171 Dundee United have had a bid of about ?200,000 accepted by Wigan Athletic for striker Billy Mckay. The former Inverness CT player has played only nine games for Wigan since joining them in January this year. "I am working on one or two things just now to see what cut I can get on this deal and there is nothing concrete at the moment," United boss Jackie McNamara told BBC Scotland. "But we are trying to get some stuff done." Mckay, 26, has still to reach a financial settlement with Wigan about his departure from the club. Ross County were also interested in signing the player but United are now firm favourites to capture Mckay who scored over 50 goals in his spell with Caley Thistle. FTFY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordie1968 Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Been reported Hibs after him too can't see the Tache forking out 200 grand to get him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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