Pasquale for King Posted August 14 8 minutes ago, Tasavallan said: If it was me, I'd be holding out for a longer duration than 1 year. Maybe 1 year with a further 1 year option. As Whelan has probably a decent wad in the bank from Stoke & Villa, and is a free agent, there is no hurry for him to sign. Assuming his agent has given him other offers to consider. Anyway, his wife is from Dublin, what is there in Edinburgh not for her to like. Maybe an automatic extension if he plays 30 games etc. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maroonlegions Posted August 14 1 minute ago, Pasquale for King said: Maybe an automatic extension if he plays 30 games etc. Give him the option of a 1 year extension i say. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tasavallan Posted August 14 5 minutes ago, maroonlegions said: Give him the option of a 1 year extension i say. Finding suitable property in the Lothians will be easier to sort out if you are looking for 2 years. 2 young kids, so schooling will be an issue if the whole family moves. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dallas Green Posted August 14 1 hour ago, To Be Frank said: This Mind blowing, isn't it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McCrae Posted August 14 1 hour ago, mitch41 said: Levein needs older journeymen to organise the team on the pitch because his management team can’t. Naismith, Berra, McLean, Cowie, Hughes ect have all been needed by Levein to manage what was going on on the pitch. This is just a stupid thing to write. Having some more experienced players in the team to help teach the young players how to play the game is a smart move. It’s the same approach JJ and Alex McDonald took. Having Sandy play beside him was a huge help for JR. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BobbyJenkins Posted August 14 25 minutes ago, Pasquale for King said: He gave Hughes another contract last summer when that money would’ve been better spent elsewhere. How would you know? How much was he on? What did he bring? You dont know, the end. Utter slaver of a boy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Poseidon Posted August 14 1 hour ago, Heartsofgold said: She never said she had signed anywhere. What she said is she's looking forward to another year of football. Has she signed for the women's team? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Victorian Posted August 14 Glenn Whelan signing betting market. To happen first. Brexit happens 2/5 Edinburgh Castle falls down 9/4 Whelan's first born signs for Hearts 12/1 To happen at all Pitch recovers 1/8 Corners filled in 4/1 Whelan picks up a pen 7/1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BarneyBattles44 Posted August 14 7 hours ago, Jammy T said: Every single year we are told that you often get the chance to sign good quality players towards the end of the transfer window. Every. Single. Year. This year it is a stick to beat Levein with. 70 + players have been signed under Craig's tenure. I haven't done any graft on who the players are or were a success . This new seasons signings bare the markings of a very good side to pick from the sqaud. I'm happy with Craig's work at the moment regarding signings. My issues are with his other duties / responsibilities. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BarneyBattles44 Posted August 14 (edited) 12 minutes ago, Victorian said: Glenn Whelan signing betting market. To happen first. Brexit happens 2/5 Edinburgh Castle falls down 9/4 Whelan's first born signs for Hearts 12/1 To happen at all Pitch recovers 1/8 Corners filled in 4/1 Whelan picks up a pen 7/1 Now that's top class sarcasm. What a graft you put into that . It's also on topic. 7/1 looks a goer tomorrow. Edited August 14 by BarneyBattles44 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Victorian Posted August 14 12 minutes ago, BarneyBattles44 said: Now that's top class sarcasm. What a graft you put into that . It's also on topic. 7/1 looks a goer tomorrow. I save up all my real effort for reading your posts. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morgan Posted August 14 24 minutes ago, Victorian said: Glenn Whelan signing betting market. To happen first. Brexit happens 2/5 Edinburgh Castle falls down 9/4 Whelan's first born signs for Hearts 12/1 To happen at all Pitch recovers 1/8 Corners filled in 4/1 Whelan picks up a pen 7/1 Like that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pasquale for King Posted August 14 37 minutes ago, BobbyJenkins said: How would you know? How much was he on? What did he bring? You dont know, the end. Utter slaver of a boy. Because we needed a CH to play when Berra, then Souttar, then Dunne got injured, had to rush Berra back to his detriment all because he wasn’t up to playing. When things got that bad he had to play him at Livi, how did that work out? He should’ve never have been signed in the first place, he was finished and playing in India. All to help him stay fit for NI, passes on a few tips wow. I know all I need to know about Hughes and his often terrible performances at ER, Celtic Park and Ibrox as I witnessed them first hand. Now go away and work out to use the space bar. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soonbe110 Posted August 14 2 hours ago, mitch41 said: I only read the piece that was on here not the vast majority of it. I read the 8 paragraphs in there was more regarding FOH and Gary Naismith i never saw it. So why comment on it if you haven’t read it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BarneyBattles44 Posted August 14 38 minutes ago, McCrae said: This is just a stupid thing to write. Having some more experienced players in the team to help teach the young players how to play the game is a smart move. It’s the same approach JJ and Alex McDonald took. Having Sandy play beside him was a huge help for JR. Traditionally young players grew up in the reserve league a place to learn to developed and mature after being kicked chased threatened throttled and bullied about the pitch. Blood and bruises. Older heads and legs have been through the wringer and know how to pass on their experience knowledge and life habits. Inspire and Influence the future stars. A man with Whelans status at club and international level ticks those boxes. The same applies to all players who have someone to compete with for a place on Matchday bar Uche who needs a classy sparing partner to compete for the jersey. The too old too young obssession doesn't hold up unless your under 25. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pasquale for King Posted August 14 55 minutes ago, McCrae said: This is just a stupid thing to write. Having some more experienced players in the team to help teach the young players how to play the game is a smart move. It’s the same approach JJ and Alex McDonald took. Having Sandy play beside him was a huge help for JR. Indeed it is but with a plethora of coaches at hand it’s less important nowadays, it’s their job to coach players. Mulraney for instance had to ASK the coaching staff what he was doing wrong. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamboAl Posted August 14 48 minutes ago, BobbyJenkins said: How would you know? How much was he on? What did he bring? You dont know, the end. Utter slaver of a boy. You're certainly not wrong. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BarneyBattles44 Posted August 14 11 minutes ago, Victorian said: I save up all my real effort for reading your posts. I save up your posts to read later when I'm bored. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chambie15 Posted August 14 Just been announced ... 1 year deal 🇱🇻🇱🇻🇱🇻 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heartsofgold Posted August 14 THANK ****ING CHRIST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eddie Posted August 14 get in!! welcome Glenn. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Debut 4 Posted August 14 Just now, Heartsofgold said: THANK ****ING CHRIST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😂 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gov Posted August 14 Hearts have today completed the signing of Republic of Ireland international Glenn Whelan, subject to international clearance. The defensive midfielder joins the club as a free agent, penning a one-year deal until 2020. The 35-year-old, who left English Premier League side Aston Villa at the end of last season, has 86 international caps to his name and brings a wealth of experience to Tynecastle. Having started his career at Manchester City, he went on to amass close to 300 appearances for Stoke City in the English Premier League. The Dubliner has also made nearly 200 appearances in the English Championship following successful spells with both Sheffield Wednesday and most recently Aston Villa. He won promotion to the Championship with Sheffield Wednesday in 2005 before going on to help Stoke City gain promotion to the Premier League in his first season at the club. Last season, he played 36 league games for Aston Villa as they went on to secure their return to the English top flight. On the international front, Glenn made his senior debut against Serbia in 2008 and has been a mainstay in the heart of midfield ever since. He played a key role in guiding the Republic of Ireland to Euro 2012 and has captained the side on numerous occasions. His most recent appearance saw him play the full 90 minutes in the Euro 2020 qualifier against Denmark in June. Back to all News Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
E6 Inc Posted August 14 Thank Christ for that, welcome to Hearts! Glad hes been training with us for a while too. We've put a good squad together, really need to gel soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barack Posted August 14 2 minutes ago, Heartsofgold said: THANK ****ING CHRIST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We did say. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brighton Jambo Posted August 14 An excellent signing, along with the other two signings this week and the earlier additions we now have a genuinely strong first 11. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gordon Ramsay Posted August 14 Save us Glenn. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Homme Posted August 14 Glad this saga is put to bed. On paper an absolutely terrific signing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Notts1874 Posted August 14 3 minutes ago, Heartsofgold said: THANK ****ING CHRIST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Told you to relax. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king.Robbo Posted August 14 Excellent now let’s hope he sorts that midfield out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smithee Posted August 14 Welcome to the club big man, now get tore into these *******s! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjcc Posted August 14 This certainly came out of the blue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dandyman79 Posted August 14 great addition to the team and hopefully slot straight into the starting 11 on friday to help knock out motherwell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hercules Posted August 14 3 minutes ago, E6 Inc said: Thank Christ for that, welcome to Hearts! Glad hes been training with us for a while too. We've put a good squad together, really need to gel soon. Correct. Just one thing missing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graygo Posted August 14 Potential to be the best bit of business we've done this window. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heartsofgold Posted August 14 7 minutes ago, Debut 4 said: 😂 4 minutes ago, Notts1874 said: Told you to relax. 5 minutes ago, Barack said: We did say. Thank you gents. Now I can relax. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pasquale for King Posted August 14 Finally 😃, now close this awful thread 😜 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BarneyBattles44 Posted August 14 (edited) Bye Eddie. So those of you slated doubted Glens intentions let's read your humble pie. Welcome The General. Turkishcap is going to be releaved as he been camped weeks waiting. Thanks Notts for keeping us informed. Mon Craig Levein. Edited August 14 by BarneyBattles44 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hackney Hearts Posted August 14 3 minutes ago, gjcc said: This certainly came out of the blue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scratchy Posted August 14 Welcome to Hearts Glen....now get the f###ing finger oot, pass it on...😲 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graygo Posted August 14 1 minute ago, BarneyBattles44 said: Bye Eddie. So those of you slated doubted Glens intentions let's read your humble pie. Welcome The General. Turkishcap is going to be releaved as he been camped weeks waiting. Thanks Notts for keeping us informed. Mon Craig Levein. What? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J.T.F.Robertson Posted August 14 Can he speak Japanese? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heartsofgold Posted August 14 Welcome to the Famous Glenn. Now batter the living **** out of Scott Brown and get a grip of our, so far, non existent midfield. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
