kimosavi Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Please Discuss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 No, and no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaliveits105 Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Toytown plastic pitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldar Hadzimehmedovic Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 No. He's declining for sure but age and injuries do that to everyone. Still a hugely important player on the pitch and in the dressing room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gowestjambo Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Well if he isn't he is doing a good impression of it. We really need his skills and leadership, but sadly the only skill he has is pointing.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Some players just need games to improve. Whether that’s true of Naismith I have no idea but a wee bit premature to say he’s done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie Eskilsson Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 I hope not but he’s not played a decent game in 2020. Both his passing and finishing have been very poor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr ewing Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Not sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clerry Jambo Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 No Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Dongcaster Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Needs to start earning his salary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Салатные палочки Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 2 minutes ago, Ernie Eskilsson said: I hope not but he’s not played a decent game in 2020. Both his passing and finishing have been very poor. I've noticed his finishing has become really poor. Lots off target and sclaffed shots. Those saying to move him up front when on the same pitch as Walker clearly haven't seen that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glynnlondon Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 I certainly wouldn't want to be depending on his fitness all season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 He wasn't great last year but I wouldn't want to write him off as he obviously has talent. Interesting to see him beside Boyce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattie exploited Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 hope not but he aint no where near fit enough right now it seemed then it could be the plastic pitch as it looked terrible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baxfee Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 16 minutes ago, kimosavi said: Please Discuss Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramrod Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Could well be , been a long time since he's had a decent game for us . Maybe needs to forget about other peoples game and concentrate on improving his , which has been well below the level he's capable of . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Just now, wattie exploited said: hope not but he aint no where near fit enough right now it seemed then it could be the plastic pitch as it looked terrible He's in for a shock when he looks at our fixture list then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattie exploited Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 1 minute ago, Gone said: He's in for a shock when he looks at our fixture list then! good point as there are a few of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gmcjambo Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 He'll take a bit of time to get match fit but he'll be an important player for us this season.....as long as he stays fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WDJ87 Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Wasn't great v ICT and was completely missing today 🤷♂️ Hopefully its not a sign of things to come and I am not ready to give up on him just yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indianajones Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 FIVE YEAR CONTRACT. Levein at his finest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CloustonHMFC Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Too early to say yes or no for sure. He's been poor but nothing to say that after a run of games and bit of sharpness he won't pick back up again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newton51 Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Think he will take a bit longer to get his sharpness back but not great on plastic pitches which might be why he came off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hearts00 Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Yes. I think he’s pish. Offers nothing. No pace, no skill and no strength. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointon Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Looks like someone on easy street Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimosavi Posted October 10, 2020 Author Share Posted October 10, 2020 16 minutes ago, Baxfee said: Why? Why not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Sanchez Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Still maintain I'd be happy for him to leave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Black Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 28 minutes ago, gowestjambo said: Well if he isn't he is doing a good impression of it. We really need his skills and leadership, but sadly the only skill he has is pointing.... You're not far of the mark. If he concentrated solely on his own game as opposed to coaching everyone else, he might improve his own performance. I have always said it but for the money he is getting I think we could get 2 players in who would improve the squad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gowestjambo Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 1 minute ago, David Black said: You're not far of the mark. If he concentrated solely on his own game as opposed to coaching everyone else, he might improve his own performance. I have always said it but for the money he is getting I think we could get 2 players in who would improve the squad. Agree entirely, and the worrying thing is he has years left on his contract! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimosavi Posted October 10, 2020 Author Share Posted October 10, 2020 I think for the big wage he's on we would be better off punting him. Free up his wage by bringing in someone who will A) give us 90 mins consistently and won't be consistently out of the side with niggly injuries Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Chat Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Are we forgetting that he missed most of pre-season with a wee injury? It'll take him another 2 or 3 games to get up to speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arry Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 No ... just taking it easy until league starts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beave1874 Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 5 minutes ago, Le Chat said: Are we forgetting that he missed most of pre-season with a wee injury? It'll take him another 2 or 3 games to get up to speed. This Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qferryjam Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 27 minutes ago, ramrod said: Could well be , been a long time since he's had a decent game for us . Maybe needs to forget about other peoples game and concentrate on improving his , which has been well below the level he's capable of . Very frustrating watching him coaching , cajoling ,pointing at other players when he’s miles off it , we don’t have time for a slow start ,hope I’m wrong but should not be starting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kidd’s Boots Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 He's certainly a shadow at the moment, time will tell how quick it will take for him to catch up with himself. The rotation in the forward line didn't help him in the first 2 games, each position showed how far behind he is, and not just fitness. RN may have to manage him wisely for the next few weeks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMc Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Every single year people lose their minds over performances in these pre-season cups. Whilst it is very weird that we are still doing pre-season in October, it is was it is. His day will come eventually, as it does for everyone. I'd wait until he has had a run of games before making any judgements. Our preperation for this season was almost* deliberately messed with this season. Not sure we should be pointing fingers internally for this. *Chose where you stand on the foil hat/realist continuum on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGorgie Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Definitely yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Has any of the players been any good so far, none of them been near the level we need them to be at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Will give him the first five league games before coming to that judgement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic Vespa Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Undecided. Not looking promising though. Pretty sure we would be able to get a better striker in for same or less money. Is Shankland paid more than Naismith ? 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToadKiller Dog Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 No ,not yet ,but if he is playing it cautious in fear of getting injured he shouldn't start games . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Japan Jambo Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 52 minutes ago, manaliveits105 said: Toytown plastic pitch was wondering about Naismith and plastic pitches. Not going down the 'he's done' rabbit hole as I think that is preposterous but I think I recall an issue with him last season on the plastic. Is that an issue for him/how many games are we actually facing on artificial pitches? Reality is we have to play on the them regardless of what our preference is so we need to find a way of making it work... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homme Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Best player at the club by miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo 4 Ever Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Certainly not good enough for Scotland anymore but should be ok for us in the championship this season then may be a squad player next year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambopilms Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 (edited) If a good player constantly plays shit, surely he is just a shit player until they prove otherwise. Until then he is just an ex good player. Hasn't done anything so far to suggest he is any better than Wighton, which is how shit he has been. A player who can barely run should not be on the pitch nevermind capitan. Edited October 10, 2020 by jambopilms Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hood09 Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Far better with him out the team, been saying for ages he is a total waste of wages. Money could be spent far better on someone young and hungry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusk_Till_Dawn Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 Put it this way - he’s playing like a knobhead and he needs to start contributing pronto. He’s been shite for ages Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin_T Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 In his whole Hearts career, he has arguably only shown consistent form for the first 15 or so games at the start of 2018/19. Overall I think that he has been a poor value for money signing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HEARTS FOREVER Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 His application is embarrassing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTS1874 Posted October 10, 2020 Share Posted October 10, 2020 He doesn’t look fit to me so I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt. Neilson can’t be happy with that performance today though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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