dossertillidie Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 7 minutes ago, johnstone said: He has signed these guys cos other players must be leaving. I would be amazed if Carson, Kipre and Campbell are still at the club for the start of the new season. Carson will be sold this window,kipre until Jan at least and Campbell until at least next summer. Caden will be sometime in between that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Wispy Flossy Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 1 hour ago, Yodo said: Carson Tait Kipre. Hartley Dunne Cadden. Donnelly. Sinclair Campbell Tanner Main Motherwell kabaddi formation 18/19 4 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropy Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 Does anyone even remember the new keeper's name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busta Nut Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 gillespie? mark? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gadgey Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 I would laugh my tits off if Yodo’s predicted players and formation becomes a reality. The new signings are most likely replacements for those in the exit lounge. That said, with the squad we have have now, the fashionable 4231 would be interesting Carson Tait Kipre. Hartley. Taylor Sinclair Campbell Gorrin Cadden. Frear Tanner Main Took ages to space that out on the iPad and it still looks shit.......but you get the gist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizoxy Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 Looking at the squad, in a “depth chart” way (not counting some of the youngsters who haven’t really played) , we’re definitely anticipating some outgoings in the midfield area, but everywhere else we look to have just enough coverage and no more. Keeper: Carson, Gillespie, Ferguson Right FB / WB - Tait, Cadden, Donnelly Left FB / WB - ATS, Tait, Frear, Dunne CB - Kipre, hartley, dunne, Donnelly, McGuire CM - mchugh, campbell, cadden, Gorrin, bigi, Turnbull, rose, grimshaw AM / Wingers - Frear, Tanner, Mclean (out on loan) Forward - Main, Bowman, Johnson, Newell, Tanner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmcalpin Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 I agree with your overall thinking Fizoxy but still think we're light up front and expect another striker to arrive. I don't think Tanner is an out and out striker and don't know much about Johnson's position ie AM or striker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supermarv Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 Carson Tait Kipre Hartley ATS Campbell McHugh ( not my choice but probs starter) Gorrin Tanner Cadden Main 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelboy Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 The team above looks about right to me. I think we will start with the usual 3-5-2 in the league given the tough start and if/when we struggle for goals we'll see a change in formation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelvinBragg Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 Those suggesting a back four with Kipré and Hartley at centre back and not Dunne need their heads read. His pace and the fact he's left footed means he's always likely to be one of the first names on the team sheet. Regards departures. At least one midfielder, possibly two, will leave. I suspect Frear might want away but were we to let the only natural winger in our squad go, it truly would leave us with no plan B. Could we avoid relegation after selling Carson, Kipré, Campbell and Cadden? Would be an interesting challenge... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The African Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 Well, on paper, that squad looks stronger than the end of last season. I do expect a couple of players to be on their way out and then it begins to look a little more interesting. One of the keys is Carson. Showed last season the difference a quality goalkeeper can make, but surely will be away before the transfer window closes. That leaves us with Gillespie and Ferguson. We have to hope that Gillespie proves an able replacement, or do we bet against this by bringing in another experienced goalie? Defence looks pretty much sorted. I was a big fan of Alfred and therefore disappointed that we did not get him on a permanent deal, but life goes on and hopefully Donnelly can prove himself. Hartley back fit and a proper left back in Taylor-Sinclair are both pluses. Midfield is currently where we have a bit of a log jam. I still expect to see at least a couple move on with Bigi and Frear being the most likely to do so. Questions must also be asked about the role and future of McHugh. It will be interesting to see if he retains the captaincy. Up front, we still look a little short on goals, though we can but hope that the signing of Johnson will help in that regard. The return of Tanner, if successful and when it happens, will be an added bonus. At the moment, things look okay if somewhat uninspiring. We currently benefit from the fact that a number of our squad are fairly versatile and cover more than one position - Tait, Cadden, Tanner... What will be interesting will be how it looks on the 1st of September after some of the excess has been trimmed from the midfield and a few of our saleable assets have been removed from the picture. In my opinion, there is still room for at least two or three additions ( perhaps loans) if these circumstances pan out. Otherwise, the squad may look a little thin come mid November Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dennyc Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 1 hour ago, Gadgey said: I would laugh my tits off if Yodo’s predicted players and formation becomes a reality. The new signings are most likely replacements for those in the exit lounge. That said, with the squad we have have now, the fashionable 4231 would be interesting Carson Tait Kipre. Hartley. Taylor Sinclair Campbell Gorrin Cadden. Frear Tanner Main Took ages to space that out on the iPad and it still looks shit.......but you get the gist Replace Frear with Taylor-Sinclair and bring in Dunne and I could go with that. Given his form after the Winter break I just cannot understand why anyone in their right mind would dump Dunne. Seems like there are still a lot of haters out there, irrespective of how he performs. But I think Robinson will definitely start with McHugh and I'm not convinced Johnson is here to sit on the bench. Also I suspect Tanner will need time to get properly match fit. But isn't it refreshing to have decent options. Good luck Mr Robinson 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted June 21, 2018 Report Share Posted June 21, 2018 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ONeils4oyarder Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 8 hours ago, MelvinBragg said: Those suggesting a back four with Kipré and Hartley at centre back and not Dunne need their heads read. His pace and the fact he's left footed means he's always likely to be one of the first names on the team sheet. This....there is no way that Dunne is getting dropped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ONeils4oyarder Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 Also....those suggesting Cadden plays Centre-mid beside Campbell, I hope yer wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelvinBragg Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 I know squad numbers are never definitive but when you move from 5 to 17, it doesn't suggest good things for your place in the squad... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daver Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 Who's that referring to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StAndrew7 Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 13 minutes ago, daver said: Who's that referring to? Bigi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daver Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 Thanks. His prospects looked bleak anyway but can only see him heading out the door soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supermarv Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 11 hours ago, MelvinBragg said: Those suggesting a back four with Kipré and Hartley at centre back and not Dunne need their heads read. His pace and the fact he's left footed means he's always likely to be one of the first names on the team sheet. Regards departures. At least one midfielder, possibly two, will leave. I suspect Frear might want away but were we to let the only natural winger in our squad go, it truly would leave us with no plan B. Could we avoid relegation after selling Carson, Kipré, Campbell and Cadden? Would be an interesting challenge... I do actually agree with you re Dunne as I think he’s excellent and have never said anything negative about him n always thought he’d come good but that’s the harsh reality we have with a competitive team now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkyred Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 I’d be amazed if Dunn did not start and I don’t see Robinson changing from his favoured formation, why should he, it works in the main. I would also agree the set up does Cadden no favours though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welldaft Mk1 Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 A strange one with Bigi. I like the guy and genuinely believe there is a player there. Perhaps wrong place at the wrong time in terms of how Robinson sets us up to play. Whilst he has not set the heather on fire I always thought he added some composure and skill to the midfield when he came on as a sub. IMHO he is the player most likely to leave but actually show us what we we re missing if he gets a good club and one that plays to his strengths. Then again maybe he is just average and will not be missed. We shall no doubt find out soon enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelvinBragg Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 Bigirimana is a funny one. I reckon at the start of the season was pencilled in for a starting spot but he missed the Rangers game and Rose came in and did alright. Allan Campbell made a strong case very early on for a starting spot and we seemed to develop a style of play more suited to the likes of Campbell and Grimshaw than Bigirimana (one could argue it's also the reason Bowman started more than Ciftci). Where the argument for that falls down is the fact that Tanner managed to force his way into the midfield three. Different type of player but certainly a creative player and the fact that he was preferred to Bigirimana suggests that Robinson didn't like what Bigirimana was offering. I remember the 2-2 draw at Easter Road and the Scottish Cup final, two games where I felt he came on and made a difference, and I think there's a player there that could do a job at our level but suspect we won't see it at Fir Park. I might be wrong and if Cadden or Campbell move on along with young guys going on loan, there may be a place for him in the squad but I would be surprised. I like him so wouldn't be upset if he stayed. But, like Cadden, I suspect we may be the wrong team for him right now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_oats Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 42 minutes ago, MelvinBragg said: Bigirimana is a funny one. I reckon at the start of the season was pencilled in for a starting spot but he missed the Rangers game and Rose came in and did alright. Allan Campbell made a strong case very early on for a starting spot and we seemed to develop a style of play more suited to the likes of Campbell and Grimshaw than Bigirimana (one could argue it's also the reason Bowman started more than Ciftci). Where the argument for that falls down is the fact that Tanner managed to force his way into the midfield three. Different type of player but certainly a creative player and the fact that he was preferred to Bigirimana suggests that Robinson didn't like what Bigirimana was offering. Did he? While they were both at the club: - Ciftci started 11 from a possible 22 games (2 of which he was ineligible to play in anyway) and missed 5 through injury. - Bowman started 9 from a possible 22 games and missed 7 through injury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelvinBragg Posted June 22, 2018 Report Share Posted June 22, 2018 38 minutes ago, capt_oats said: Did he? While they were both at the club: - Ciftci started 11 from a possible 22 games (2 of which he was ineligible to play in anyway) and missed 5 through injury. - Bowman started 9 from a possible 22 games and missed 7 through injury. Just my perception, maybe. What I would suspect though is that the majority of Ciftci's starts were at the start of his loan period and towards the end Bowman and Main was the preferred pairing. Whether that was down to Ciftci's injury issues or not, I couldn't say. I seem to remember Robinson using James Scott from the bench when Ciftci was available and thinking that Ciftci clearly hadn't impressed. But again Ciftci may have been coming back from injury at that time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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