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04 Oct 2013 15:01:39
Hi Ed
Just a general question, I know Stokes is in his last year but is Sammy the same if so, is this going to be a problem come January when they are free to sign pre-contracts. Also is any of the other mainstays in the same boat?
HH {Ed007's Note - Atajic, Commons, Ledley, Mouyokolo, Samaras, Stokes, Toshney and P.Twardzik are all out of contract next summer. Anything can happen between now and next summer and I expect all of them will have options to move on if they haven't signed new contracts. I just can't see Mouyokolo being offered a new deal but the rest will (or should IMO) be offered new deals although Atajic, Toshney and Twardzik might feel it is better if they move on to get more game-time elsewhere.}
1.) Thanks Ed
It seems a bit strange we have allowed Sammy Commons & Stokes & Ledley to get into there final year, surely its a big risk? I understand the kids looking to move on for more game time but do you think we could lose any of the 4 above? I understand its guess work at this stage but opinions welcome
HH {Ed007's Note - Stokes could be tempted with a chance to return to England with possibly WBA renewing their interest. I don't think Commons or Samaras will be looking to move but I'd say Ledley will be the most difficult to hold onto. Or hopefully I am miles out and they will all sign new deals at CFC.}
2.) Toshney and Twardzik. What do they think when kids from other clubs come in and outrank them. I'm from the sixties, when our team was mostly home grown, with a few 'imports'. now we have only Forrest and Mulgrew in our first picks. I believe that this is beyond being defended. There is something wrong at Management or Coaching levels. If we cannot produce more from Lennoxtown, then what is the point of having youth structures.
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31 Jan 2021 17:33:12
Hopefully this message finds folk well and coping with the latest lockdown ðŸ‘
Forgetting the negativity for a moment i was just wondering what folks thoughts were surrounding incomings before deadline day slams shut? Im not overly bothered about outgoings if im honest, there has only been a few who have gained pass marks this season imo.
Stay safe troops.
1.) 31 Jan 2021 17:38:28
I honestly don't think we will bring anyone in permanently and maybe 1 on loan.
2.) 31 Jan 2021 17:40:38
I’d only be looking for incoming IF it where under a new manager.
With Hammond and Lennon I’d hope no one comes in and that they 2 go with all the want away players.
The season is lost.
3.) 31 Jan 2021 17:44:08
Well we will soon be shown how concrete peoples contacts and how good their info on possible comings and goings are Daily Mail reporting Liverpool could make a bid for Ben Davis at 2m at that prices from Liverpool that money is like chicken feed nothing for them. Where as Celtic yeah we could but should we cause we might get him for nothing attitude. Now yes its all hearsay we heatd Sky report a pre contract has been signed with celtic NL says that's not the case ww will find out what's what the morra. HH.
25 Aug 2018 09:37:23
Cards on the table time for BR at Celtic, 3 home games in a row and we won't win them all, this team are weak and have no guts, we will likely beat accies on sunday but can see us dropping points to Suduva and them next sunday. As for the last week of the window we will be lucky to see 1 or 2 incomings and you can bet yer arse 1 of them will be a loan from City. my prediction is BR will walk before the end of the season.
1.) 25 Aug 2018 09:49:26
Are you serious,
This team is weak . It's still the same squad that won the double treble minus 2 players who spent a large part of last season out injured.
We haven't started too great at the back but once we settle I believe we will get back to our winning ways .
Look at our pre season the manager worked on another formation based on doumbele and Eddie up front which looked good but one or the other has been injured.
Give us a chance to get our feet back on the ground .
Too much misery coming from the fans just now all being driven by the media.
2.) 25 Aug 2018 09:55:40
Drop points to Suduva? Its a qualifier and we will win that. Celtic park as in the fans will make sure that the team win that game. We should beat Hamilton. Logically speaking, unfortunately its the game on the 2nd that worries me the most, the whole game as a whole is a different type, none like it, they will be fired up and we need to be so much better than we have been at the start of this season. I honestly think absolutely no one will come in and my gut tells me there is something going on behind the scenes and its all about to end in tears.
3.) 25 Aug 2018 10:01:18
Nice cheery post from the grim reaper jeez.
4.) 25 Aug 2018 10:08:44
Inthejungle, you don't know how spot on you are and it may end in tears very soon.
5.) 25 Aug 2018 10:54:11
Cheers Johnnymac mate HH.
6.) 25 Aug 2018 12:18:43
I think th they will be dangerous but if we have MD and OE upfront they won't cope and we will raise our game no problem but can they.
7.) 25 Aug 2018 13:17:02
MD and OE is key to us winning the league again. If we can keep both fit and playing together then we will win a lot of those games we drew last season. With Hamilton and Suduva next at home we should boost confidence by battering both of those and hopefully we will see the arrival of 3-4 quality signings (As expected by BR) to give us a boost going in to the hunskelping. Just a shame as if reports are true about BR wanting McGinn, Schar and Piccini that would've been most our issues sorted long ago.
8.) 25 Aug 2018 19:02:43
In response to my error. yes i am aware its a qualifier and meant i think we could come unstuck because like the Newcastle of keegans time the front players need to score 3 or 4 to account for the fact our defenders and rubbish keeper couldn’t keep a clean sheet if their lives depended on it. i also believe the orcs will take 1 or god forbid all 3 points next sunday. The fact people reference back to dbl treble winners etc etc. i wint be blinded to think this team is capable of stepping back up to the plate this time around. spineless persons the lot of them. if as i expect the board don't give BR the players he has been crying out for. we will be looking for a new manager. long before the bext window arrives.
9.) 25 Aug 2018 23:03:22
It's annoying to hear people just assume because we done it last 2 seasons it's our God forbidden right to do it again. The teams soft in defence. Gordon can't be trusted we've weakened midfield and the injury crisis up front is concerning as I'd the fact we can't finish teams off or breakdown packed defences. Ifor we play like we can then we should take some beating but we don't often play like that and too many passive games last season where we didn't have intensity or missed too many chances can happen just the same as this season unless somethings done about it and the teams freshened up. Way too many players not good enough or surplus and will be wage thieves surely we can off load and generate some money to get in decent players. I agree with you PFB especially with the cut throat EPL it'll only be a matter of time before someone sacks their manager and enquires about BR. And if he feels like he hasn't been backed and took us as far as he can then he'll leave.
28 Apr 2017 15:22:42
Afternoon bhoys
Does anyone know of a specific place i can donate my last few years of Celtic tops? Otherwise my missus is going to take them to the clothes bank
HH.
1.) 28 Apr 2017 17:13:32
@pfb79.keep a hold them mate as there will be plenty of people's grandchildren who will grow into themðŸ‘.
2.) 28 Apr 2017 17:18:40
Send the Celtic Foundation a quick email bud they'll find a loving home I'd imagine.
3.) 28 Apr 2017 19:35:42
Pfb I've had some friends travel to Africa/ South America where there are loads of charities wanting any football tops to give the kids there. Sure there will be sites for people who travel and could donate the tops. Usually they take pics as well so doing a good deed for those less fortunate whilst expanding the hoops global network!
4.) 28 Apr 2017 19:40:30
Just connected with you on Twitter mate, follow me back and I'll point you in the right direction. HH.
20 Jul 2016 07:57:29
Starting to get right royally p***ed off with lack of activity in the transfer department. Every man and their dog can see we need new faces, and shot of a few of the old ones! The team needs reenergised. A poor start to the season will only create a bad energy in the stadium.
1.) 20 Jul 2016 18:12:49
R D biggest problem was over his two years at Celtic he seemed to bid and buy that became available . He spent fortunes in small amounts on players and with most of them no benefit to our team .
I hope to God that B R continues to chase his targets and doesn't settle with any Tom, Dick or Harry just to please impatient fans .
08 Feb 2016 12:53:14
Hi Ed
Everyone man and their dog has an opinion on Celtic at the min and i an no exception, i have a question which i have formed my own opinion to but just interested in youra and the other contributors to this forum. Do you think the players have downed tools for RD?
The more i watch the tram the more it seems that they're just not putting in the required effort.
It looks to me as if they've gave up on him for whatever reason and he can't get them back, i'm not privvy to insider info as i'm sure a lot of folk aren't but there is something clearly wrong within the team/ training ground, just wondering what your thoughts were?
Cheers.
{Ed007's Note - We've got too many big time Charlies who think all they have to do is turn up. I'd back any manager against players not pulling their weight, it's unprofessional for a start and if pulling that jersey on (for stupid ££ a week) isn't enough to motivate someone then there's plenty of players out there to replace them.}
1.) 08 Feb 2016 14:01:19
There is no question there are guys who are just going through the motions, Tierney and Griffiths are about the only two who seem to be giving their all, every time they play.
However I worry that he will over-use Tierney and put too much responsibility and mental fatigue on young shoulders?
Others like Ambrose and maybe Lustig do give the effort, but their actual performance and ability levels are lacking.
Guys like Commons, Johansen and Bitton have rarely been out of second gear and I actually doubt Bitton has a higher gear as he is so slow.
New arrivals from United in particular have found the step-up and expectation too much for them and I hope he gives a chance to the other new signings more often and freshen things up - before it's too late for him and our 'Double Hopes'.
2.) 08 Feb 2016 13:40:51
Cheers Ed
I don't buy into the whole playing for the love of the club persona some put out, these guys are supposed to be pros. Like all of us they work to get paid.
If some aren't pulling there weight. Irrespective of whether they like the manager or not, professional pride must surely make them put the required effort in?!
I honestly only see this going 1 way and that is it will ultimately end in RD being removed from his job, but if he falls alone then shame on the club and players alike. They are all equally culpable for the situation we are in as a club.
A little perspective however is required. We are top of the league with a game in hand and have only lost 3 matches this season but the standard of football on show has been very poor at times.
3.) 08 Feb 2016 13:54:00
ED007 did Boerighter leave the club or is he still picking up his wages for doing nothing.
{Ed007's Note - He's still there, Tim, it's baffling. His agent held talks with PL last summer and in January regarding a settlement to cancel his contract and both times they've came to nothing. Either Boerrigter and his agent are stubborn money grabbing sods or PL has really tried to lowball them with the pay-off.}
4.) 08 Feb 2016 14:04:32
Ed I feel it's a similar situation with moyes and man utd. Overpaid players who think they know better and don't have to try or listen as they feel they have more pedigree.
All you need to do is look at Griffiths. He's taken on board what Rd is saying and knuckled down and reaping the rewards.
{Ed007's Note - Moyes was never the right man to take over from AF, the job was simply too big for him, Utd are a mess behind the scenes and it stems from AF neglecting the scouting, coaching and the academy.
For us it's a matter of breaking the bad habits the players who were already here have picked up. Players coming from other countries will ease into it with no problems because they've been doing it for years.}
5.) 08 Feb 2016 14:46:20
I'm not saying it's right, but that's why I think that clubs like Celtic need experienced managers.
Players probably think they know it all, especially when they have won titles and cups, if a manager comes in with no experience and tries to change the habits of these players, then I think that a lot of players will just look at him and think, how can you tell me how to be successful.
I'm not saying that it's right, I just think that you need a very strong willed character to overcome this.
{Ed007's Note - RD was more experienced than NL was when he got the job.}
6.) 08 Feb 2016 17:09:05
The thing is ED, Neil lennon had won things as a player, I still think that made him too inexperienced, I just think this is too big a job for a manager with little or no experience, but I think that's the type of manager this board wants as they can keep a tight grip on them.
{Ed007's Note - Plus they're cheaper, Gerry. That's THE most important part.}
7.) 08 Feb 2016 18:37:19
Brian Clough at Leeds Utd is probably the classic example of player power and look what they lost.
8.) 08 Feb 2016 18:48:02
Ed I am confused about this cheap option thing. I thought Roy Keane was offered the job first is that right. If so how can it be the cheap option as Keane would have cost a fortune.
{Ed007's Note - Keane himself said the contract offer 'failed to rock my boat'. Have a read at this:
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/29525723
Or even better get out and buy his book!}
9.) 08 Feb 2016 19:39:57
I read his book ed, but I can't believe for 1 minute that he wudnt have been offered a lot more than Ronny.
{Ed007's Note - Well whatever he was offered wasn't enough and we were obviously even trying to get Keane on the cheap. The article even sheds light on how long CFC have had that approach when he says he felt like he did negotiating to join as a player. And all the while PL has been taking more and more out of the club.
10.) 08 Feb 2016 21:05:51
Rayman mate, Ed's right Keane was told by PL "take it or leave it" "it's yours if you want it" but no scope in negotiating mate
Keane turned it over to the EPL's football management association who were surprised at it there was also the fact his No.2 was already chosen (RD)
RK was underwhelmed about the whole process (y)
11.) 09 Feb 2016 00:36:44
Why blame PL tho ed he is only an employee.
{Ed007's Note - If you don't understand PL's job I'm not wasting my time explaining it to you. Far too many supporters don't understand how the club is ran and I'm bored trying to explain it. It's obviously beyond a lot of your comprehensions.}
Thanks Ed
It seems a bit strange we have allowed Sammy Commons & Stokes & Ledley to get into there final year, surely its a big risk? I understand the kids looking to move on for more game time but do you think we could lose any of the 4 above? I understand its guess work at this stage but opinions welcome
HH {Ed007's Note - Stokes could be tempted with a chance to return to England with possibly WBA renewing their interest. I don't think Commons or Samaras will be looking to move but I'd say Ledley will be the most difficult to hold onto. Or hopefully I am miles out and they will all sign new deals at CFC.}
Its a collapsing of the ass when confronted by an opponent!
HH
pfb79
Stokesy's mate died at the weekend and is upset so lenny's giving him a break, doubt he'll get on tonight unless he asks for the chance to score a goal for his pal
25 Aug 2018 19:02:43
In response to my error. yes i am aware its a qualifier and meant i think we could come unstuck because like the Newcastle of keegans time the front players need to score 3 or 4 to account for the fact our defenders and rubbish keeper couldn’t keep a clean sheet if their lives depended on it. i also believe the orcs will take 1 or god forbid all 3 points next sunday. The fact people reference back to dbl treble winners etc etc. i wint be blinded to think this team is capable of stepping back up to the plate this time around. spineless persons the lot of them. if as i expect the board don't give BR the players he has been crying out for. we will be looking for a new manager. long before the bext window arrives.
08 Feb 2016 13:40:51
Cheers Ed
I don't buy into the whole playing for the love of the club persona some put out, these guys are supposed to be pros. Like all of us they work to get paid.
If some aren't pulling there weight. Irrespective of whether they like the manager or not, professional pride must surely make them put the required effort in?!
I honestly only see this going 1 way and that is it will ultimately end in RD being removed from his job, but if he falls alone then shame on the club and players alike. They are all equally culpable for the situation we are in as a club.
A little perspective however is required. We are top of the league with a game in hand and have only lost 3 matches this season but the standard of football on show has been very poor at times.