Robinson said at the start of pre-season the players on international duty would be put on a different training schedule. So I doubt recent speculation has played a part.
With Donnelly and McGuire for cover, I'm not sure we need another central defender. Plus Dunne's preference (and arguably better) positon is central defender, so he could slot in there and Taylor-Sinclair on the left.
If people don't like the sponsor then don't buy the shirt. If enough people don't like it the club will get the message.
Personally, I have no issues with online casinos (assuming they are legit) but understand why some people find it less than ideal.
Plenty of other nice gear in the shop that is sponsor free and still helps support the club. And in my case is more age appropriate!
I'm guessing the new players we brought in plus the new contract for McGuire were to make sure we're covered if someone like Kipré moves on. I doubt we'd be bringing Aldred back for the reasons mentioned above.
Pre
Our pre-season window runs from 9 June – 1 September. The English decided to start earlier (so they could close it earlier), so they are 17 May – 9 August.
So plenty of time to lose players yet...
Robinson said we lacked depth last season. While some of the new faces will no doubt be contenders for first team spots, there's no point in shipping out too many players or we'll end up in the same boat.
I'm no expert, but I suspect if there weren't more popular rugby league teams that use the diamond template, Airdrie might not find it as easy to get one their shirt these days.
Nobody has claimed he is the player of stature Robinson was talking about, though. It wouldn't be the first time a deal has collapsed at the final hurdle.