professorfate Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 Does anybody think Jamie Walker has a future at hearts because I think neilson has made slight hints about his fitness and trying harder in training. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hungry hippo Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 I think RN likes him as an option to come off the bench and will continue with that in the Premiership. There aren't many non strikers in our wage bracket with his kind of goal ratio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
professorfate Posted May 21, 2021 Author Share Posted May 21, 2021 Just now, Hungry hippo said: I think RN likes him as an option to come off the bench and will continue with that in the Premiership. There aren't many non strikers in our wage bracket with his kind of goal ratio. I rate him quite highly he can definitely be a game changer on his day. But he is letdown by his attitude in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OTT Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 See this 352 Robbie has adopted with Boyce as a 10, I think Walker is tailor made for one of the two. Would like to see him given a chance in that position. He’s not the most mobile but give him the ball in the box and things happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
professorfate Posted May 21, 2021 Author Share Posted May 21, 2021 I just hope Naismith retires and Robbie trusts Walker to play the no 10 position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIG ECK Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 1 minute ago, professorfate said: I just hope Naismith retires and Robbie trusts Walker to play the no 10 position. Be happy to lose both tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlim Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 Jamie has a lot of quality but the fitness and conditioning side of his game has always been a disgrace IMO I mind him doing an interview after his laddie was born when he was about 23 saying he’d come to the realisation that he needs to stop eating his kids sweets and looking after himself. Even to this day we hear that his fitness isn’t up to much which is mental when you consider the talent he has at his disposal. I honestly think whether it be this summer or next summer, when he leaves us he will join a st Johnstone or a st mirren and after that he won’t get another full time contract Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlad on the tyne Posted May 21, 2021 Share Posted May 21, 2021 Walker doesn't do enough to be considered as a regular. Games tend to pass him by I find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 He's done enough this year to warrant a place in the squad and a regular place on the bench. He doesn't do enough to warrant a regular start IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazzas right boot Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 If he can be a player that changes games and score from the bench then yes. I've no problem with that, can't remember a time when we've had a player come on and had me thinking he'll make a difference. If he can do that and both parties are happy then all good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 As an impact sub I think he has a role to play. He can win us a game off the bench but I don't think he's first XI material at the moment. He really needs to influence games more as he has done in the past, which we know he can do. The only thing that will ruin his future career at Hearts is himself. I don't think he's a wide player anymore either, he needs to play behind a striker because his strengths are getting into goal scoring positions and finishing. He's scored 52 goals for us, he could score another 50 playing there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 I’m going to buck the trend a wee bot and say probably not much of a future. He’s not fit enough for 90 minutes and could offer something off the bench for a short spell though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A wehatethehibs Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Bit part role next season then will be released is my bet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwidoug Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 If he's not absolutely busting a gut to get on the park, I want nothing to do with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_HMFC Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Not for me I’d rather let him go and free his wage up for potentially new signings . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffros Furios Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Walker's performances from the latter stages of his first stint to now have been poor . Hes not a young guy anymore and in the next few seasons I could see him at Dunfermline/Raith . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_HMFC Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Jamie has so much quality but seems to lack the motivation, which, for me, is baffling because he's living the dream playing for the club he and all his family grew up supporting. Big pre season for Jamie coming up, because if he can improve his fitness and attitude then we have a proper match winner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Potter Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Should be given a few starts next season, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byyy The Light Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Frustrating player. He has the look of a guy who’d rather play within himself and be average then push himself, give everything and fail. If he had a different mentality he’d be some player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo92 Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Harry Potter said: Should be given a few starts next season, Thing is whenever he started this season, he and the team player very poorly - slow and lethargic, may have been a coincidence that the two are related. Off the bench though he played with aggression and provided goals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weakened Offender Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Talented but dense AF laddie who has had enough chances at Hearts. Bolt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1986 Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Harry Potter said: Should be given a few starts next season, Based on what ? Hows he performed in a handful of matches last season ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nookie Bear Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 I don’t want to give up on him because to replace him with a player of similar ability AND that extra fitness and motivations is beyond him. Happy for him to be on the bench but this season is a crossroads for him and he needs to understand that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Салатные палочки Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 (edited) He is capable of the occasional moment of magic and great goals but he's one of these players who plays with his head down. By now he should have learned to impose himself on games more but that hasn't happened. He's not a young guy anymore and is approaching the peak of his career. If he's not on massive wages, it's worth keeping him as an option off the bench but as mentioned he isn't good enough to warrant a starting place every week. Edited May 22, 2021 by Salad Fingers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 10 minutes ago, DH1986 said: Based on what ? Hows he performed in a handful of matches last season ? Done all his best work from the bench. When he’s started he’s generally been anonymous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biffa Bacon Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 I think we need to do better, who would miss out to getJM in to the team? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Des Lynam Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 He has the talent to be a real success. He’s been unlucky with injuries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1986 Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 8 minutes ago, GinRummy said: Done all his best work from the bench. When he’s started he’s generally been anonymous. Yes......and because of this I’d look to move him on asap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 1 minute ago, DH1986 said: Yes......and because of this I’d look to move him on asap. For me, depends who comes in I suppose. Right now he could have an impact from the bench but get the right attacking options in the squad then I agree, he could move on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1986 Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 1 minute ago, GinRummy said: For me, depends who comes in I suppose. Right now he could have an impact from the bench but get the right attacking options in the squad then I agree, he could move on. RN wants a smaller squad so there is going to be less room for fringe players like Walker. I think he’ll be out on loan next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EH11 2NL Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Great option from the bench, also capable of starting if there's injuries - without heavily weakening the side. Far better than the other likely alternatives available to us, a youngster or a dud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 2 minutes ago, DH1986 said: RN wants a smaller squad so there is going to be less room for fringe players like Walker. I think he’ll be out on loan next season. You may well be right. May be stating the obvious but if he wants a smaller squad he must add much better quality and not older players, who are more likely to get injured either. No point relying on 30+ year old players to stay fit all season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 He has always been a frustrating player, so good at certain points but rarely demands the ball. His fitness problems are well documented, his attitude can seem poor at times too. When we played Morton away and he scored the two goals he was great, but mostly because Naismith was shouting at him the whole game to keep him on his toes. Can only really play at 10 now but it will be mostly off the bench or when Boyce is unavailable and if Naismith retires. Definitely his last season with us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamtastico Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 (edited) Overall, sadly I just see him as a stop gap. If recruitment goes well over this window, and those players perform. I can only see his a sub at best. I'd love to see the JW of old, but like most have said here, I just don't see it. Always want every player to do well though, so I'll stay optimistic! Edited May 22, 2021 by Jamtastico Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1986 Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 5 minutes ago, GinRummy said: You may well be right. May be stating the obvious but if he wants a smaller squad he must add much better quality and not older players, who are more likely to get injured either. No point relying on 30+ year old players to stay fit all season. He did say he was looking to lower the average age of the squad so you have to assume he wants these younger and fitter players to play more minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fonz Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 We really shouldn't have taken him back in the first place, let alone on a (3?) year deal. The lad peaked in his early 20's and doesn't offer a huge amount any more. If he's not capable of being the main man in this Hearts team at this age then there's not really much hope for him. Expect the odd goal or bit of skill from him in the prem next season, but we should be aiming a lot higher than him. Hopefully moved on swiftly at the end of his deal and can go and play at Raith or Edinburgh City or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambogirlglasgow Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 He just doesn’t seem to be bright enough to have any concept that he’s a professional athlete. If you follow him on social media his life seems to revolve around play, not work. He would have done well to have looked at his boss in relation to making the most of your ability through sheer graft. I doubt he’s even smart enough to have any regrets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glamorgan Jambo Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Anybody know what the injury situation is with him. As soon as we got promoted he dropped out of the squad and from what I could infer was back at Riccarton with the rehab squad (Ginnelly etc) Don't understand why football clubs are so opaque when discussing injuries these days. Back in the day it was pretty much all that guys like Mike Aitken wrote about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 14 minutes ago, DH1986 said: He did say he was looking to lower the average age of the squad so you have to assume he wants these younger and fitter players to play more minutes. I hope so. I’m still a bit sceptical but we will find out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Potter Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 54 minutes ago, DH1986 said: Based on what ? Hows he performed in a handful of matches last season ? based on he has skill, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 I like Jamie but him and Naismith are not our future. Jamie is great coming off the bench however and I do think Naisy is finished and should concentrate on his coaching badges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1986 Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 15 minutes ago, Harry Potter said: based on he has skill, Brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyRightPeg Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Make or break season for me. Finger out and warrant a place in the first 11 or go. We don’t want to carry passengers in the squad. Being happy to come off the bench and play 20/30 mins here and there isn’t what we want or need. We want 20 boys fighting for the strip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoked-Glass Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Start scoring sann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iantjambo Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Seems to have fallen into the super sub category. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dsjambo Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 There will be a big difference in his attitude and fitness because next season is his last year of the three year contract Levein gave him, I would use him as a squad player but no new contract after that. He would revert back to the invisible man if he got another deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
letsalldothebeattie Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Think he will. Mainly off the bench hopefully as an impact sub with the odd game against a lesser team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 Still only 27. If he could get fit he could be a great player for us. Sadly, I just think his best days are behind him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazajmbo Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 According to Craig Gordon he is the best finisher at the club. Might well see him further forward this season. Definitely better coming off the bench Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mundaydog Posted May 22, 2021 Share Posted May 22, 2021 I’ve said before that Walkers body has let him down. He started great for Hearts and when he got the first serious injury we really missed his contribution but as the years have went on and he got injured again, he has been robbed of the pace he once had. I think the football brain is still there but for the last few years he has looked like he has been unable to stretch the legs fully. He came back to us, has contributed (great goal against Pars) but unless we can get 90mins from him rather than hoping he will be an impact sub. In my opinion I would be looking to move him on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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