Jambof3tornado Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 18 hours ago, Lambo85 said: Great incentive now for him to step his recovery up a notch or two and get himself fit for the final. Would be a massive boost to have him back for it. I cant imagine naisy is the type of guy who isnt giving his recovery 100% already!! Fingers crossed he makes it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kiwidoug Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 3 minutes ago, Thommo414 said: Steven Naismith limping off at Murrayfield against Celtic was the moment the last wheel came off our season. I look forward to seeing him emerge from the tunnel with his shoulders back and his chest puffed out at Hampden on the 25th putting in an inspired, leading performance where he and the rest of the team leave after 90 minutes to pick up the Scottish Cup. Finally delivering on a season that looked like it promised everything and then felt like it had produced nothing. Then ultimate scenes as he announces the signing of a pre contract in proper Wolf of Wall Street fashion on the Hampden turf Could'nt agree with your first sentence more. My heart absolutely sank along with thousands of others. What a comeback to score a couple and smile at Petrie when its turn to lift the trophy. End the season the way we started it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
R08813 Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 2 hours ago, Morgan said: No. Inspired response mate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
julienbrellier Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 20 hours ago, Bainy said: Due back start of may. New contract will be signed and hell score a 90th minute winner to best Celtic and end the treble treble. Watch this space Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Seymour M Hersh Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 22 hours ago, loveofthegame said: Stevie Naismith is scoring the winner on 25th May #BELIEVE I don't give a flying **** who scores the winner as long as someone scores the winner for HMFC. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pettigrewsstylist Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 On 14/04/2019 at 07:22, Bainy said: Due back start of may. New contract will be signed and hell score a 90th minute winner to best Celtic and end the treble treble. Watch this space Presumably 90th minute written into contract? If not, then.... SN GTF! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JamboAl Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 2 hours ago, pettigrewsstylist said: Presumably 90th minute written into contract? If not, then.... SN GTF! You shouldn't have typed that. The weegie press will pick up on it and write an exclusive - "We understand that if SN doesn't....." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Notts1874 Posted April 22, 2019 Share Posted April 22, 2019 Certainly has plenty of ideas about how to move things forward. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Heartsofgold Posted April 22, 2019 Share Posted April 22, 2019 12 minutes ago, Notts1874 said: Certainly has plenty of ideas about how to move things forward. That's a bit of a tease Notts, care to elaborate? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Notts1874 Posted April 22, 2019 Share Posted April 22, 2019 18 minutes ago, Notts1874 said: Certainly has plenty of ideas about how to move things forward. As Ronseal once almost said. My post says exactly what it does on the tin? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sadj Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Notts1874 said: Certainly has plenty of ideas about how to move things forward. ?? 1 hour ago, Heartsofgold said: That's a bit of a tease Notts, care to elaborate? ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GorgieRules22 Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 3 hours ago, Notts1874 said: Certainly has plenty of ideas about how to move things forward. In a coaching sense or a playing one ? We miss him terribly that’s for sure. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sadj Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 40 minutes ago, GorgieRules22 said: In a coaching sense or a playing one ? We miss him terribly that’s for sure. In general Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ri Alban Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 5 hours ago, Notts1874 said: As Ronseal once almost said. My post says exactly what it does on the tin? You write posts... on a tin!? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Barack Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 2 hours ago, sadj said: In general And also, in life. CL, & Naismith signing...inexorably linked. As I've said previous. Interesting to read Notts' comment on him though too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Maroonblood22 Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 “But what does it all mean Basil?” Quote Link to post Share on other sites
innerjambo Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 One thing we do know for sure, is that we don't know very much. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Gio Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Player manager. Always looked a strong possibility advanced I would suggest by the stagnation of the season. Levein would be happy with that recoil into the shadows in the knowledge he has a name that most people would be happy with. Still constitutes risk but these days what manager doesn't Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shaun.lawson Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Sir Gio said: Player manager. Always looked a strong possibility advanced I would suggest by the stagnation of the season. Levein would be happy with that recoil into the shadows in the knowledge he has a name that most people would be happy with. Still constitutes risk but these days what manager doesn't However much appointing a manager without experience from at least one previous club is a gamble a club our size shouldn't usually take... I'd be on board with it. It'd certainly be interesting. Though I fear CL would carry on as DoF and the coaching staff would continue as before too - neither of which would be good news in my view. If Naismith did well, he'd be Gerrard's replacement (which might be what he's thinking) - but hopefully he'd be as good for us as we've already been for him. Edited April 23, 2019 by shaun.lawson Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dagger Is Back Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 26 minutes ago, shaun.lawson said: However much appointing a manager without experience from at least one previous club is a gamble a club our size shouldn't usually take... I'd be on board with it. It'd certainly be interesting. Though I fear CL would carry on as DoF and the coaching staff would continue as before too - neither of which would be good news in my view. If Naismith did well, he'd be Gerrard's replacement (which might be what he's thinking) - but hopefully he'd be as good for us as we've already been for him. I don’t think Naismith would ever go back to Ibrox. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jammy T Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 I am so petrified that Levein stays in any form at our beautiful friendly club. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Gio Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 1 hour ago, shaun.lawson said: However much appointing a manager without experience from at least one previous club is a gamble a club our size shouldn't usually take... I'd be on board with it. It'd certainly be interesting. Though I fear CL would carry on as DoF and the coaching staff would continue as before too - neither of which would be good news in my view. If Naismith did well, he'd be Gerrard's replacement (which might be what he's thinking) - but hopefully he'd be as good for us as we've already been for him. Naismith is very much his own man, suspect he may end up directing Levein. Or perhaps they will work well with one another, in harmony. Imagine that, 2 people actually getting on for the common good Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MoncurMacdonaldMercer Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Sir Gio said: Player manager. Always looked a strong possibility advanced I would suggest by the stagnation of the season. Levein would be happy with that recoil into the shadows in the knowledge he has a name that most people would be happy with. Still constitutes risk but these days what manager doesn't probably acceptable to most fans this and winning the Scottish cup and the fans will love Craig again Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bauld Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share Posted April 23, 2019 10 minutes ago, Sir Gio said: Imagine that, 2 people actually getting on for the common good Radical thinking. It will never catch on. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kila Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 So Naismith as player manager for next season is the rumour? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bobby the B Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 (edited) Works o.k. for the Staggies Edited April 23, 2019 by Bobby the B Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Agentjambo Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 He doesn't want a management position until he stops playing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Gio Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 1 minute ago, kila said: So Naismith as player manager for next season is the rumour? I am interpreting Notts comments as such. I have zero knowledge, but always believed personally it would be a carrot to dangle. Stone bonking obvious really. Feel sorry for the coaches in the boot room if this does happen, but the reality, nobody outside of our boardroom are in love with that idea. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cruyff Turn Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 I think it’s more a case of Naismith having tactical input in how we play. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
heartsfc_fan Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 New assistant manager/player? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Gio Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 1 minute ago, Agentjambo said: He doesn't want a management position until he stops playing. He hasn't played much this season Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Gio Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 (edited) 1 minute ago, Cruyff Turn said: I think it’s more a case of Naismith having tactical input in how we play. Coach of the O-Fence? Christophe the D-Fence? Edited April 23, 2019 by Sir Gio Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cruyff Turn Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 1 minute ago, Sir Gio said: Coach of the O-Fence? Christophe the D-Fence? They do it in the Rugger. ?♂️ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kila Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Where has Naismith been lately? Not seen him on match days. Presume back at Norwich for treatment? We're really missing his presence in general Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shaun.lawson Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 5 minutes ago, Cruyff Turn said: I think it’s more a case of Naismith having tactical input in how we play. Player-coach? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Inch Hearts Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hearts/latest-hearts-news/hearts-make-progress-on-steven-naismith-deal-with-coaching-role-discussed-1-4911103 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
I.T.K Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 3 minutes ago, kila said: Where has Naismith been lately? Not seen him on match days. Presume back at Norwich for treatment? We're really missing his presence in general He was at the semi final. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kila Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Just now, I.T.K said: He was at the semi final. He must've done the half time team talk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cruyff Turn Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Just now, shaun.lawson said: Player-coach? I don’t know if officially that’ll be the case but he’ll certainly have even more input and influence than he has already. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tolcross lad Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Could that mean that McPhee,Daly Fox and Naismith will be vying for succession to the throne.The bootroom is not a happy place as it is. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
graygo Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 53 minutes ago, I.T.K said: He was at the semi final. Pretty sure I saw him at the game on Saturday as well. Why is everyone against Levein remaining as DOF? It has been cleared up by the only people who know that he has no input into the team selection or tactics while in that position. Looks like it can only be personal. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Gio Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 52 minutes ago, tolcross lad said: Could that mean that McPhee,Daly Fox and Naismith will be vying for succession to the throne.The bootroom is not a happy place as it is. What shit is going down in the boot room? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Treasurer Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 11 minutes ago, graygo said: Pretty sure I saw him at the game on Saturday as well. Why is everyone against Levein remaining as DOF? It has been cleared up by the only people who know that he has no input into the team selection or tactics while in that position. Looks like it can only be personal. Levein and Naismith clearly have a mutual respect for each other, so I see no reason why they couldn't work together as DoF and Player/manager Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jr ewing Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Works for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Taffin Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 I really like Craig as a guy and would love him to stay at the club but I'd like it to be in a DOF role where his focus is on the academy and preparing them for the first team rather than overseeing the first team. With Naismith as head coach I don't see there being enough separation. I'd like to see an experienced manager brought in to handle the first team and work with Craig, not for him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
R1874 Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 So if Naismith is set on being our new manager when he retires, we can’t really bring anyone else in? ‘Hi mate, manage us until Stevie is ready. Thanks’ Guess it’s one way of justifying Levein staying. Personally, if it keeps Naismith then it is worth having Levein. Unless Andy Kirk fancies the job with that remit because I doubt anyone else would. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Inch Hearts Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 32 minutes ago, graygo said: Pretty sure I saw him at the game on Saturday as well. Why is everyone against Levein remaining as DOF? It has been cleared up by the only people who know that he has no input into the team selection or tactics while in that position. Looks like it can only be personal. Ah, the good old “personal” or “agenda against” routine. Bar a season and a half under Robbie it’s been the same tactics almost all of the time Leveins been back at the club. You’re correct though just a coincidence and he wasn’t passing notes to Cathro or going into the dressing room, no siree it’s “personal” Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jamboj Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 35 minutes ago, graygo said: Why is everyone against Levein remaining as DOF? It has been cleared up by the only people who know that he has no input into the team selection or tactics while in that position. Looks like it can only be personal. DOF is ultimately accountable for signings and contracts. That aspect of our club has been, on the whole, awful since the championship season Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bistokid Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 (edited) 6 minutes ago, R1874 said: So if Naismith is set on being our new manager when he retires, we can’t really bring anyone else in? ‘Hi mate, manage us until Stevie is ready. Thanks’ Guess it’s one way of justifying Levein staying. Personally, if it keeps Naismith then it is worth having Levein. Unless Andy Kirk fancies the job with that remit because I doubt anyone else would. I am not sure it is. Naismith is an excellent player but he is 32 and increasingly appears to be injury prone. What we would appear to be doing is creating another Cathro situation - i.e. an inexperienced coach to either immediately take over or gradually take over. This again ties us to the current structure in one way or another and this structure can only be deemed a failure at this stage. Naismith on the face it does appear to have qualities that might make him a good manager but if it was a choice of get a new autonomous manager in with some previous experience OR add another member to the boot room, well it's an easy choice. Edited April 23, 2019 by bistokid Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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