Cruyff Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 2 minutes ago, JimmyCant said: Be honest. how many A league games have you watched lately ! Watch it all the time on BT sports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyCant Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 1 minute ago, Cruyff said: Watch it all the time on BT sports. Great stuff, so you’re happy enough watching a dug shite league. Any non dug shite players we should be looking at or have we signed the best 2 already ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 2 minutes ago, JimmyCant said: Great stuff, so you’re happy enough watching a dug shite league. Any non dug shite players we should be looking at or have we signed the best 2 already ? Mate, I watch non league football, the MLS, Bundesliga 2, Brazilian Serie A, I really don't care if it is shite football or not. Aye, Joe King Sydney FC, LWB. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayman Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 3 hours ago, BackOfTheNet said: See, things like this are funny to me. The striker you describe in that post is not what I see at all. Would be interesting to see the miles covered stats though. I personally think he’s weak running into channels and hold up play. And his work outside the box has some left to be desired. But in the box he’s pretty good with a shot (would like better, mind) and that’s the main thing for a striker. I tend to see him isolated more than anything, so odd you see it the opposite. Funny that. Yeah, he’s described more of a Washington or Stephen Elliot type. I’d imagine they both did 1.5x the running of Boyce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayman Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 2 hours ago, GinRummy said: He is isolated. More so last season than this. I don’t know if I see the opposite from you but certainly view it differently. He drops into the midfield looking for the ball and does a lot more defensive work than most CF’s. It would be interesting to see how much distance he covers in a match. I’m sure our resident statto’s could get some numbers up. He definitely needs someone up there with him. He’s more of an attacking midfielder, and we need an all out striker up with him to be most effective I’d say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyCant Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 (edited) 12 minutes ago, Cruyff said: Mate, I watch non league football, the MLS, Bundesliga 2, Brazilian Serie A, I really don't care if it is shite football or not. Aye, Joe King Sydney FC, LWB. 👍 Great name !! Would quickly become Yougottabe Joe King if he was dug shite. Mind you, Joe isn’t his name anyway Edited December 23, 2021 by JimmyCant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyCant Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 3 minutes ago, Cruyff said: You and JamboAl should get a room together. The two most pedantic arseholes on here. Come with us and we can all be arseholes together. You seem to qualify Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 3 minutes ago, JimmyCant said: Come with us and we can all be arseholes together. You seem to qualify. FTFY. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboAl Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 1 hour ago, Cruyff said: You and JamboAl should get a room together. The two most pedantic arseholes on here. Apart from your abusive comment, you are not supposed to mention someone who has not posted on the topic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 4 minutes ago, JamboAl said: Apart from your abusive comment, you are not supposed to mention someone who has not posted on the topic. Wowzers. You're also not meant to troll other members, something you in particular seem to excel at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabienleclerq Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 4 hours ago, BackOfTheNet said: See, things like this are funny to me. The striker you describe in that post is not what I see at all. Would be interesting to see the miles covered stats though. I personally think he’s weak running into channels and hold up play. And his work outside the box has some left to be desired. But in the box he’s pretty good with a shot (would like better, mind) and that’s the main thing for a striker. I tend to see him isolated more than anything, so odd you see it the opposite. Funny that. Boyce hold up play is very good imo, he's often isolated and playing against two Ch's, wins a fair share of headers and chests it down often while holding off players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboAl Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 9 minutes ago, Cruyff said: Wowzers. You're also not meant to troll other members, something you in particular seem to excel at. I wasn't trolling you. I merely asked you to elaborate on your phrase "we should push the boat out" and you have failed to reply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BackOfTheNet Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 1 hour ago, fabienleclerq said: Boyce hold up play is very good imo, he's often isolated and playing against two Ch's, wins a fair share of headers and chests it down often while holding off players. Again, I see it completely differently. For instance against Rangers their left back turned centre back Bassey had Boyce in his back pocket. Stood off him until a ball was played and toe poked it away almost every time. I also don’t think he’s great with his back to goal either and I really don’t see many headers one when Gordon hoofs it. But as I say, that’s not his game or why we signed him and to be honest if he genuinely had those attributes as well as his goal stats he’d be playing a higher level than he has in his career. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BackOfTheNet Posted December 23, 2021 Share Posted December 23, 2021 Also, have mentioned previously on other threads that since the summer our signing policy has supposedly been players 26 and younger preferably with sell on profit potential. 28-year-old under contract Jamie Maclaren doesn’t seem to fit that bill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlim Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 1 hour ago, BackOfTheNet said: Also, have mentioned previously on other threads that since the summer our signing policy has supposedly been players 26 and younger preferably with sell on profit potential. 28-year-old under contract Jamie Maclaren doesn’t seem to fit that bill. Imagine if we signed a 28 year old man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BackOfTheNet Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 24 minutes ago, BigAlim said: Imagine if we signed a 28 year old man Just stating what the alleged signing policy from Savage and his team is bud. Doubt they’re going to break it based on sarcasm riddled forum posts, but bash away. I imagine if they do break policy it will be with good reason, such as a top notch talent becoming available we wouldn’t normally expect to see at us. So I’ll say it again, Jamie Maclaren doesn’t fit that bill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlim Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 2 minutes ago, BackOfTheNet said: Just stating what the alleged signing policy from Savage and his team is bud. Doubt they’re going to break it based on sarcasm riddled forum posts, but bash away. I imagine if they do break policy it will be with good reason, such as a top notch talent becoming available we wouldn’t normally expect to see at us. So I’ll say it again, Jamie Maclaren doesn’t fit that bill. Tbh I think we agree for the most part. I just don't believe that the difference between a 26 and a 28 year old will be a heavily considered factor for Joe or Robbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruyff Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 7 hours ago, JamboAl said: I wasn't trolling you. I merely asked you to elaborate on your phrase "we should push the boat out" and you have failed to reply. Why would I bother? You have already managed to make your own assumption as to what that could have meant. Furthermore, have came to the conclusion that it ends with us in bankruptcy. It seems you have it all figured out dear Al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazzas right boot Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 7 hours ago, BigAlim said: Tbh I think we agree for the most part. I just don't believe that the difference between a 26 and a 28 year old will be a heavily considered factor for Joe or Robbie 7 hours ago, BackOfTheNet said: Just stating what the alleged signing policy from Savage and his team is bud. Doubt they’re going to break it based on sarcasm riddled forum posts, but bash away. I imagine if they do break policy it will be with good reason, such as a top notch talent becoming available we wouldn’t normally expect to see at us. So I’ll say it again, Jamie Maclaren doesn’t fit that bill. It won't be and no doubt we will sign some players older than 26. Hopefully it is some top notch talent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazzas right boot Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 (edited) 9 hours ago, BackOfTheNet said: Again, I see it completely differently. For instance against Rangers their left back turned centre back Bassey had Boyce in his back pocket. Stood off him until a ball was played and toe poked it away almost every time. I also don’t think he’s great with his back to goal either and I really don’t see many headers one when Gordon hoofs it. But as I say, that’s not his game or why we signed him and to be honest if he genuinely had those attributes as well as his goal stats he’d be playing a higher level than he has in his career. If it wasn't for McGregor and a bit luck Boycey could have had a couple of goals. V rangers he had lots of space, held the ball up well and made lots of passes. He also had most shots on goal he's had in most games. Boyce having a bad day in front of goal was nothing to do with Bassey. His overall play was also good, most accept that. We seem to be watching different games and players! Edited December 24, 2021 by Smith's right boot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehibsareintheirbeds Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 G'day mate https://t.co/B9Ns19OxB2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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William H. Bonney Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome to hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Magic Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 3.5 year deal. Thats commitment from both sides. Pleasing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boyces beard Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome to the Famous Nathaniel. 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome! Really looking forward to this window and how the squad will sharpen up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Hardy’s Dug Posted December 24, 2021 Author Share Posted December 24, 2021 Nice. And made sure that it wasn’t the dreaded 4 year deal by being a January signing. We must be as certain as you can be that this is a very shrewd signing - for us now and as an asset moving forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil D. Corners Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome Natty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JamboAl Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 3 hours ago, Cruyff said: Why would I bother? You have already managed to make your own assumption as to what that could have meant. Furthermore, have came to the conclusion that it ends with us in bankruptcy. It seems you have it all figured out dear Al. You would bother if you had a clue what you were slavring about. It's quite amazing how you are unable to say clearly what you mean when you spout well worn phrases.. It is definite that you haven't it figured out Cruyffy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hearts00 Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Sounds like a great signing. Really pleased with this. However just spat my cornflakes out when read Robbie’s comments on the website. “A real coup” Every time, I mean just every time he gets me with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboBornNBred Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Just now, hearts00 said: Sounds like a great signing. Really pleased with this. However just spat my cornflakes out when read Robbie’s comments on the website. “A real coup” Every time, I mean just every time he gets me with that. Time to change from Cornflakes then lol............................i agree with you though,his favourite phrase . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaps Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Their fans seem gutted losing him and speak very highly. Sounds promising and potentially a very good signing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinRummy Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome to Hearts. Some good news for a change after the Xmas fixture stuff. 👍🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wavydavy Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 1 hour ago, Smith's right boot said: It won't be and no doubt we will sign some players older than 26. Hopefully it is some top notch talent! Existing players and those offered new contracts will undoubtedly be over 26. Every team needs experienced players in and around the squad. Robbie was aware that he inherited a team with one of the highest average ages in the league and publicly stated that he wanted to reduce this which he has done. Signing players in their early 20's makes absolute sense as they are more likely to develop and earn the club a fee in the future unlike players ten years older. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heartsfc_fan Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Nice! Welcome to Hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BackOfTheNet Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 1 hour ago, Smith's right boot said: If it wasn't for McGregor and a bit luck Boycey could have had a couple of goals. V rangers he had lots of space, held the ball up well and made lots of passes. He also had most shots on goal he's had in most games. Boyce having a bad day in front of goal was nothing to do with Bassey. His overall play was also good, most accept that. We seem to be watching different games and players! I know, seems weird, but appears that way. And I like Boyce and he’s one of the first names on the team sheet for me, so it’s not like I’ve got an agenda or anything, or that I’m one of the folk on here with a stubbornly held view from pub punditry two minutes into a player’s career. But I seem to be in the minority here, but I just find Boyce’s play limited outside of the box. In fact when watching the game at Tynecastle I noticed Boyce cosied up to Bassey instead of Goldson and commented at the time it was a wise move, but by the end of the game I commented that maybe it wasn’t wise after all as he never got much change. I also find he slows play down with too many touches. BUT, he can score a goal, which is the main thing and all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome to the Heart of Midlothian Nathaniel. I hope your time here is very fruitful for yourself and the Hearts. You made the right choice son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hungry hippo Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Natty Natty Natty, oi oi oi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innerjambo Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 A big warm welcome to Hearts Nathaniel 😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Looks like a great signing. Very dynamic player. I'd love to know how much the undisclosed fee is. Maybe £200k or something maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Sanchez Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Is he good on Football Manager though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyCant Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 12 hours ago, JamboAl said: I wasn't trolling you. I merely asked you to elaborate on your phrase "we should push the boat out" and you have failed to reply. JamboAl. It’s been suggested we should get a room together. Can you name a room that is good enough for us that we could afford. Also needs to be a room that would want to have us as guests of course. 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamboinglasgow Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 29 minutes ago, cosanostra said: Looks like a great signing. Very dynamic player. I'd love to know how much the undisclosed fee is. Maybe £200k or something maybe? according to Evening News, we bought out the last 6 months of his contract. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Torrance Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome to Heart of Midlothian, Nathaniel. Looking forward to the travel blog as you make your way over. If you don't send us a video message on your stopover, questions will be asked. 😄 Vince Grella, eh. Wonder if he has any links with strikers on his books? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baxfee Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 This does look like a great signing - adding pace alongside skill really is the modern player. Hope he gets called Nat or something- couldn’t handle that monstrosity of a forename! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InternationalJambo Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Club seems really excited by this appointment. Think he may be the pick of the bunch when we look back at our signings for the season this summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalamazoo Jambo Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Welcome to Hearts, Nathaniel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Hearts getting shit done early. Like it. Welcome to Hearts NA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brawlad74 Posted December 24, 2021 Share Posted December 24, 2021 Excited by this news. Seems a sound buy. Looking forward to other targeted signings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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