Durham Jambo Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/news/article/statement-from-steven-naismith Proper captain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaliveits105 Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Great gesture from our captain bravo Steven Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maple Leaf Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartsfc_fan Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Magic Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Just what we needed from our Captain. I salute you sir!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarhead Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 I know Naismith hasn’t been playing to his full potential lately but I’ve thought most of the criticism of him has been unfair, even more so now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redjambo Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Very nice statement indeed. Thanks Steven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John mcCartney Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1874 Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Shows concern and understanding of his team mates too. Very classy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morlich Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Good for him. Especially the "whatever division" bit. Let's see what happens with the rest of the squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coatbridgejambo Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Top boy Well done SN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1971fozzy Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Top man. well said captain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Fredrickson Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Great gesture and very much appreciated. It might be easier for him than some others but what he says is very supportive and encouraging. No player who walks away from us should be thought of in a bad way as we do not know their circumstances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JWL Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 It's a very commendable statement and one which does, whether intentional or not, put a bit of peer pressure on other players. What I'd like to see is a universal statement from all players stating they accept the circumstances forced upon the club by forces outwith the club's control and an acceptance of the wage cut along the lines of SN. Maybe I'm being a wee bit optimistic on that one, I don't know. What I would like to see however, is a statement from the club telling absolute no marks like McManus and Boyd that they are a pair of slavering arseholes who know the square root of sod all of what the current circumstances mean to Heart of Midlothian Football Club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brick Tamland Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Outstanding example of a club captain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1874 Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redhelen Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 That's good from him and the commitment to stay with Hearts next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Future's Maroon Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Hats off to Naisy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEDNAR BOY Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Magnificent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiler Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 19 minutes ago, JWL said: It's a very commendable statement and one which does, whether intentional or not, put a bit of peer pressure on other players. What I'd like to see is a universal statement from all players stating they accept the circumstances forced upon the club by forces outwith the club's control and an acceptance of the wage cut along the lines of SN. Maybe I'm being a wee bit optimistic on that one, I don't know. What I would like to see however, is a statement from the club telling absolute no marks like McManus and Boyd that they are a pair of slavering arseholes who know the square root of sod all of what the current circumstances mean to Heart of Midlothian Football Club. Hi mate, what have McManus and Boyd been saying? Sorry, I'm just being a bit lazy today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heart of Darkness Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 That needs a round of applause!! 👏👏👏👏 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Dee Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 That is an impressive statement. Some positive news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sid Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 26 minutes ago, JWL said: It's a very commendable statement and one which does, whether intentional or not, put a bit of peer pressure on other players. What I'd like to see is a universal statement from all players stating they accept the circumstances forced upon the club by forces outwith the club's control and an acceptance of the wage cut along the lines of SN. Maybe I'm being a wee bit optimistic on that one, I don't know. What I would like to see however, is a statement from the club telling absolute no marks like McManus and Boyd that they are a pair of slavering arseholes who know the square root of sod all of what the current circumstances mean to Heart of Midlothian Football Club. As Naismith states, he has done well out of football. Others are in entirely different circumstances, both personal financial and contract wise. One size Doesn’t fit all and some may not be in a position to accept that offer. we must accept their decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japanjambo Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 A class act. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gashauskis9 Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 "I consider it an honour to represent Hearts" Nuff said Captain 🥰 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Classy response. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr ewing Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Eloquently put. 🏃♀️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seymour M Hersh Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 To be honest I expected nothing less from him. I wonder how the media in Glasgow will try to spin this to read "**** off Budge"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biffa Bacon Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 (edited) 51 minutes ago, Morlich said: Good for him. Especially the "whatever division" bit. Let's see what happens with the rest of the squad. The rest of the squad may not be in a similar financial position. Let them do what they can and lets not be too quick to judge, may be there is a compromise between 50% and 100%. But if they choice is not to make any offer, then that's perfectly within their contractual rights, regardless of what anyone else thinks. Edited March 22, 2020 by Biffa Bacon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morlich Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 1 minute ago, Biffa Bacon said: The rest of the squad may not be in a similar financial position. Let them do what they can and lets not be too quick to judge, may be there is a compromise between 50% and 100%. But if they choice is not to make any offer, then that's perfectly within their contractual rights, regardless of what anyone else thinks. Absolutely. I wouldn't be too critical (or surprised) if some of the others decide to move on. Especially some of the lower earners. And there a probably some of the higher earners that we wouldn't miss too much anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locky Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Good statement, even if a little unexpected. Can't help but feel that this is a little warning to players leaving in the next few days. He made it clear that he can't speak for others and their circumstances, and that he would support whatever decision they make. Might be wrong, it just sounds like a warning to the fans to prepare for exits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
151 Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Nice one. Good news at last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2 Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxy Hearts Posted March 22, 2020 Share Posted March 22, 2020 Thank you Steven Naismith. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMFC01 Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Magical stuff Naisy, makes me more proud to know at last one of yous' wants to be at hearts. Keep yourself fit big man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Good statement from Naisy, class act and it is clear that he's committed to Hearts. He is right to support his teammates too though. As he basically said, it's alright for him as he's made a good few bob from football. He can afford to take the hit. Some of the other younger lads might have just bought their first house and are paying mortgages etc.. perhaps they can't afford to take that size of paycut. I know footballers in general get paid a lot compared to your average Joe for kicking a bit leather about a patch of grass but that's not necessarily the case at Hearts or Scottish football in general. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Good stuff from Steven. Leading the way like a Hearts captain should. Respect to the lad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 (edited) As my dear aunt used to say "he's yin ay ooo". He's one of us. Edited March 23, 2020 by martoon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fila Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Well done , wonder how the wee hibs fud will be feeling now and in the coming weeks as indusrties faulter and people lose their full income . He should be apologising now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 3 hours ago, Morlich said: Absolutely. I wouldn't be too critical (or surprised) if some of the others decide to move on. Especially some of the lower earners. And there a probably some of the higher earners that we wouldn't miss too much anyway. Move on to what though? There is uncertainty at all clubs, in all leagues. We will not be the only ones cutting wages, other clubs will follow suit. None of our players are going to be waltzing into EPL or even Championship teams, and League One/Two aren't exactly swimming with cash at the best of times. I'm not sure many will move on directly over this, especially as contracts will be up in a few months anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 3 hours ago, Gashauskis9 said: "I consider it an honour to represent Hearts" Nuff said Captain 🥰 This. Top man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Last Laff Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Thanks Steven Naismith: leading by example and a very good egg. I wonder why Christophe and his wage reduction hasn’t been reported anywhere though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwidoug Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 First rate. Kick in the teeth to the anti-Hearts media as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboozy Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Well done Captain ❤️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCW1976 Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 (edited) Probably has an eye on the manager’s job - which may be vacant in the near future? Edited March 23, 2020 by MCW1976 Spelling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 9 hours ago, Biffa Bacon said: The rest of the squad may not be in a similar financial position. Let them do what they can and lets not be too quick to judge, may be there is a compromise between 50% and 100%. But if they choice is not to make any offer, then that's perfectly within their contractual rights, regardless of what anyone else thinks. If league rules are to be believed, we can terminate their contracts without compensation if the league is suspended (article 12 I believe). Happy to be corrected on that. So it may well be, accept a cut or go. No inbetween. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finlay James Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 9 hours ago, fila said: Well done , wonder how the wee hibs fud will be feeling now and in the coming weeks as indusrties faulter and people lose their full income . He should be apologising now The irony is that he will also likely either lose his job as a pundit or at least need to take a pay cut. Wonder if he'll tell his employer to **** off? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fort Vallance Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Shows class. Unlike BBC Scotland who only printed part of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ex member of the SaS Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 Should relegation happen he will rip the league apart. ( hope it doesn't mind ). The rest of them will need a really good reason for not taking the cut now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riccarton3 Posted March 23, 2020 Share Posted March 23, 2020 6 minutes ago, Fort Vallance said: Shows class. Unlike BBC Scotland who only printed part of it. yet they can make sure you see 'from the archives' footage of Katic goal vs Celtic from about six different angles - for those missing live action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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