Nookie Bear Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 15 minutes ago, IveSeenTheLight said: A lot of Aberden fans would prefer to see McGinn more centrally. Playing in the no 10 hole role. McInnes doesn't seem to utilise him there McGinn already plays in a hole. It's called Aberdeen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Turn Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 1 minute ago, Nookie Bear said: McGinn already plays in a hole. It's called Aberdeen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inch Hearts Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 11 minutes ago, Baxfee said: I want to cry - just read Naismith’s article and you can’t help but love him, the club, everything. Feels so good and right - lets kick on Settle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo-Jambo Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 5 minutes ago, martoon said: Good news. Not just short term but potentially for our future. Just hope he stays, relatively at least, injury free. If so, he could go on to be the Alex McDonald of the 2020's but with the trophies the wee man deserved. Wonder who he would bring in as his Sandy Jardine ? Getting a bit carried away now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inch Hearts Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 4 minutes ago, Robbo-Jambo said: Steven Naismith will get wired into our players verbally on and off the pitch. Exactly what we need as when looking at our dugout it all looks too sedate during games. IMO. He will be a hugh influence to us this season. Same said the same when Aaron Hughes signed tbf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 20 minutes ago, IveSeenTheLight said: A lot of Aberden fans would prefer to see McGinn more centrally. Playing in the no 10 hole role. McInnes doesn't seem to utilise him there Have you considered that McInnes maybe knows he wouldn't be very good in that role, after seeing him training and playing for the last umpteen years? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo-Jambo Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 5 minutes ago, Nookie Bear said: McGinn already plays in a hole. It's called Aberdeen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwidoug Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Wonder if he will start on Sunday? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo-Jambo Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Just now, Inch Hearts said: Same said the same when Aaron Hughes signed tbf. Different characters I think. He was already doing it when he was on loan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A wehatethehibs Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 1 minute ago, Kiwidoug said: Wonder if he will start on Sunday? First name on the team sheet I would think! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 59 minutes ago, Cruickshank for Scotland said: Great news - Hearts new Manager in 6 weeks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambo85 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 I just hope that everyone realises that it might take him a while to get up to speed. He hasnt played a competitive match in some time and I am not sure what kind of a pre season he has had (if any). No doubt all the pant wetters will be out in force if he doesnt play that well in his first couple of matches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 5 minutes ago, Inch Hearts said: Same said the same when Aaron Hughes signed tbf. Hughes never got wired into anybody - it surprised me how quiet he was on the park TBH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IveSeenTheLight Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 3 minutes ago, Robbo-Jambo said: Just winding you up. Reckon there will be a coaching or managerial post within that 4 year period. Nae bother. Kickback is all happy today. Hopefully we're all happy tonight. Then its league kick off on Sunday, may the best team win 😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nookie Bear Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 7 minutes ago, Inch Hearts said: Same said the same when Aaron Hughes signed tbf. Clearly very different personalities. still, guarantees Levein will be replaced by Naismith...in 4 years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hackney Hearts Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 1 hour ago, IveSeenTheLight said: a player that turns 33 next year Why not just say he's 32? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmreido Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 38 minutes ago, Cruyff Turn said: Four years, fantastic! Plenty time to become a legend before retiring and becoming manager. 😍❤️ This is bucket loads HHGH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Great news about Naisy. 😍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IveSeenTheLight Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 9 minutes ago, Icon of Symmetry said: Have you considered that McInnes maybe knows he wouldn't be very good in that role, after seeing him training and playing for the last umpteen years? Yes, I have. Most fans recall when he first came to Aberdeen and played centrally, before being pushed wide when Rooney came in. It's clear he does not have the pace he once had, hence he reverts to turning back inside far too often. He can be very clinical in and around the box as shown with his goal against RoPS Rovaniemi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 3 minutes ago, Lambo85 said: I just hope that everyone realises that it might take him a while to get up to speed. He hasnt played a competitive match in some time and I am not sure what kind of a pre season he has had (if any). No doubt all the pant wetters will be out in force if he doesnt play that well in his first couple of matches. Doubt it. Naisy probably won't need much time to get up to speed but, if so, he'll be given it. In addition, get the feeling that if anybody did shout abuse at him they'd get it right back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IveSeenTheLight Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 4 minutes ago, Hackney Hearts said: Why not just say he's 32? sorry, misstype. He turns 33 in 6 weeks time. There's not many players get offered 4 year deals at that age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 14 minutes ago, Robbo-Jambo said: Wonder who he would bring in as his Sandy Jardine ? Getting a bit carried away now Berra? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoPo Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 What a joke. The Tynecastle Retirement Home for Gentlemen Footballers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baxfee Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Referees will hate our newest signing - it really is fun to watch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A wehatethehibs Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 7 minutes ago, Lambo85 said: I just hope that everyone realises that it might take him a while to get up to speed. He hasnt played a competitive match in some time and I am not sure what kind of a pre season he has had (if any). No doubt all the pant wetters will be out in force if he doesnt play that well in his first couple of matches. Lets be honest wee Naisy will stroll it, buzzing to see him back in the Hearts shirt. Hope we see him in that black 3rd kit on Sunday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 2 minutes ago, IveSeenTheLight said: Yes, I have. Most fans recall when he first came to Aberdeen and played centrally, before being pushed wide when Rooney came in. It's clear he does not have the pace he once had, hence he reverts to turning back inside far too often. He can be very clinical in and around the box as shown with his goal against RoPS Rovaniemi Correct me if I'm wrong (I only ever have a fleeting interest in Aberdeen), but wasn't McGinn playing as a striker as opposed to a #10, and then a winger? Only time I've seen him play as anything other than a winger, by memory, has been as out and out striker. As i said, I could be completely wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IveSeenTheLight Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 1 minute ago, Icon of Symmetry said: Correct me if I'm wrong (I only ever have a fleeting interest in Aberdeen), but wasn't McGinn playing as a striker as opposed to a #10, and then a winger? Only time I've seen him play as anything other than a winger, by memory, has been as out and out striker. As i said, I could be completely wrong. Yes As a striker, he played centrally 😛 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Rob Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 I was surprised that it was a 4 year deal, but the more I think about it, the more sense it makes. He is committing himself to Hearts for the long term - the rest of his playing career, and probably a coaching role to follow. And for the club, it sends a message - we feel this player is crucial to our plans, so we’ve offered him a deal so secure it removes all speculation. Follow this up with Whelan/Lamour/Ledley or whoever in midfield, and I might get genuinely optimistic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo-Jambo Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 6 minutes ago, ScoPo said: What a joke. The Tynecastle Retirement Home for Gentlemen Footballers. Jealous aye ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 1 minute ago, IveSeenTheLight said: Yes As a striker, he played centrally 😛 Uh-huh. I'm not sure if you are being obtuse or if I'm not explaining myself properly. I'll try again. Steven Naismith since coming to Hearts has been playing almost as a midfielder as opposed to a forward. He sits behind the striker and gets forward to overlap, hence his goals. What he does more importantly than that though, is to dictate play from a deeper position and control games by winning and receiving the ball from midfield, before picking out forward players either directly in front of him, or further up the pitch in wider areas. After getting the ball to them, he then takes up positions in the box or makes an angle/triangle to receive the ball again and pick out a better placed player to get a goal. Can you see McGinn doing that with any kind of effectiveness? You would obviously see a lot more of him than I have/do, but to the best of my memory, he has only ever been a guy who runs down the wing and tries to get a cross/shot in, or a guy who tries to get past a centrehalf from a central striker's position and look to get a shot off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marooon! Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 11 minutes ago, IveSeenTheLight said: sorry, misstype. He turns 33 in 6 weeks time. There's not many players get offered 4 year deals at that age. I can honestly see him playing for us till he's 40. And who knows, rub a bit of horse placenta on his knees and we can extend it to 45! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NaturalOrder74 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Good to get him over the line but that’s been a done deal for ages hope we follow this up with a premium midfielder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboAl Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 15 minutes ago, Robbo-Jambo said: Jealous aye ? Yes, he's GREEN with envy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portable Badger Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 This is a interesting quote from his interview - “I’ve loved every minute I’ve been here. I’ve enjoyed it and it’s been a very good fit for me as a player. The squad’s had a lot of change in that time and I think I’ve played a big part in trying to guide that to where we want to go. So he's saying he's had an influence on some/type players coming here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graygo Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 16 minutes ago, Portable Badger said: This is a interesting quote from his interview - “I’ve loved every minute I’ve been here. I’ve enjoyed it and it’s been a very good fit for me as a player. The squad’s had a lot of change in that time and I think I’ve played a big part in trying to guide that to where we want to go. So he's saying he's had an influence on some/type players coming here And maybe some that didn't. (Lafferty return?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jungle Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 15 minutes ago, Portable Badger said: I think I’ve played a big part in trying to guide that to where we want to go. Would love to have a sneaky view at his contract. Bet it's the most bespoke Hearts have penned for any player. This line links perfectly with the 4 year deal. If he is guiding already imagine his input in 2-3 years time. Personally I think he'll be at the reigns in 2 seasons time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadj Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 44 minutes ago, Icon of Symmetry said: Correct me if I'm wrong (I only ever have a fleeting interest in Aberdeen), but wasn't McGinn playing as a striker as opposed to a #10, and then a winger? Only time I've seen him play as anything other than a winger, by memory, has been as out and out striker. As i said, I could be completely wrong. McGinn is a knobjokee , always says hi but still he’s a bellend and his banter is of the and I quote “your awful quiet will you be chirpier if i put a penny in the slot” level Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Boy Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Aye, but is he still going to be able to resist the incredible lure of Kilmarnock?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarneyBattles44 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Excellent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldstone Wonder Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Welcome home Steven. And I couldn't give a flying duck about Niall McGinn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
been here before Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Finally. Anyone mentioned 'a statement of intent' yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever Hearts Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 9 minutes ago, BarneyBattles44 said: Excellent We really need a 'like' button on here. That is glorious. 😎🇱🇻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WheatfieldWarrior Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Happy Naismith day everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo-Jambo Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 19 minutes ago, graygo said: And maybe some that didn't. (Lafferty return?) Very likely. He cant stand Lafferty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portable Badger Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 16 minutes ago, Jungle said: Would love to have a sneaky view at his contract. Bet it's the most bespoke Hearts have penned for any player. This line links perfectly with the 4 year deal. If he is guiding already imagine his input in 2-3 years time. Personally I think he'll be at the reigns in 2 seasons time. Latter part of the interview (I paraphrase) he hints he expects to play for four years and '" May then go into coaching after that, if that's what I decide to do" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 What fantastic news to come home to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BarneyBattles44 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Forever Hearts said: We really need a 'like' button on here. That is glorious. 😎🇱🇻 The excellent work done on the walls with a re-signed talisman next to the art works Hearts Hearts Glorious Hearts Tynecastle the home of Footballing arts Edited August 1, 2019 by BarneyBattles44 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo 4 Ever Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 good news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Turn Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 24 minutes ago, BarneyBattles44 said: Excellent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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