DukDukGoose Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 34 minutes ago, HarleyQuinn said: I see Minijc is teasing Josh Ginnelly has been offered a contract. Can't see it myself. I've heard this also. 25 minutes ago, Sheep62 said: Can't see it, not certain I'd want him to be honest, but almost worth it for the seethe it would cause them by being put in their place Exactly my thoughts. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyDickFingers Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 2 hours ago, lubo_blaha said: He's getting on a bit now, perhaps worth a punt on a play toupee contract. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d31 Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 You could see an argument for offering Ginnelly a whacking big contract as it would (whisper it) start to clear the path for selling Duk in August or January. I would fully expect Ginnelly to head to the english championship though but we can certainly afford to offer him terms to blow Hearts and League One out of the water. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coprolite Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 2 hours ago, Enrico Pallazzo said: Don't get me wrong, I'm pleased that Shinnie & Clarkson are back at Pittodrie, but one of the fundamental issues in "bigger" games last season was our utterly woeful ball-retention, particularly in transitions, and I'm not sure that's going to improve a great deal if we're going with the same midfield trio again this season. Shinnie and Ramadani might be decent ball-winners, but their passing accuracy leaves a lot to be desired. However, the whole team needs to do better in possession, not just the midfield, and hopefully we're looking to bring in players with a bit more technical ability than some of those that have departed. Williams might be an upgrade on Pollock in that respect, but could be weaker defensively, and Sokler might be more suited to coming short and holding the ball than either Miovski in games where we might expect to have less of the ball (particularly away in Europe). As has been said above, we probably need at least 1 more option in every area of the team, but another central defender (even assuming Scales will be back), a left-sided wing back, plus another creative midfielder should be priorities. I think it’s unfair on the midfielders to criticise their ball retention when that's not what they're being asked to do. BR's been quite open about wanting the ball moved forward quickly. It's a high risk, high reward strategy. Personally i think that persevering with that approach against better teams where we'll lose possession 90% of the time is counterproductive and boneheaded but it's the manager doing it, not the staff. Fairly sure all three could find a safe sideyways pass if they were told to. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bogbrush1903 Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 3 hours ago, Dons_1988 said: Actually I think the midfield 3 is very good for this level, it’s the depth behind it that got badly exposed during shinnie’s lengthy suspension towards the end of the season. I think it’s also yet to be seen if Nicky devlin is an adequate replacement for mccrorie up the right hand side, again somewhere we got exposed during his injury. I agree, I'm more excited about this season than any since the early 1990s but to have a successful season we need depth in the squad and that depth must be of a high standard or the season I'm looking forward to could develop into unpleasantness... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyDickFingers Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 2 hours ago, d31 said: It'll be interesting to see what formations are used in pre season ^This. Do we stick or twist? 1 hour ago, Sheep62 said: Can't see it, not certain I'd want him to be honest, but almost worth it for the seethe it would cause them by being put in their place Ginnelly is a rowie enjoyer who knew exactly whats up long before the season ended. ssstwitter.com_1685019381880.mp4 Would be hilarious tho! Could do a job as squad player, abit like that Baccus chap at St mirren. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dons_1988 Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 2 hours ago, Bogbrush1903 said: I agree, I'm more excited about this season than any since the early 1990s but to have a successful season we need depth in the squad and that depth must be of a high standard or the season I'm looking forward to could develop into unpleasantness... Aye, I’m not negative about it. I just think we’re a fair bit away from where we need to be. Early days for me to be feeling strongly either way. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyDickFingers Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 Just now, Dons_1988 said: Aye, I’m not negative about it. Maybe you should be Spoiler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dons_1988 Posted June 29, 2023 Share Posted June 29, 2023 4 minutes ago, TommyDickFingers said: Maybe you should be Hide contents 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flybhoy Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 Aberdeen v Celtic scheduled for Saturday 12 August, will likely be moved for TV but, regardless do the Dons have a European match the preceding Thursday meaning it will be put back to the Sunday? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
resk Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 7 minutes ago, Flybhoy said: Aberdeen v Celtic scheduled for Saturday 12 August, will likely be moved for TV but, regardless do the Dons have a European match the preceding Thursday meaning it will be put back to the Sunday? Doesn't look like it: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betting competition Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 (edited) 39 minutes ago, resk said: Doesn't look like it: Its good you have put this up for supporters of other clubs. You would think the SPFL putting the fixtures out would look at the dates Aberdeen are involved in europe and move the games to a Sunday. Aberdeen have notified fans that these games are likely to be move. Edited June 30, 2023 by betting competition 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dons_1988 Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 40 minutes ago, Flybhoy said: Aberdeen v Celtic scheduled for Saturday 12 August, will likely be moved for TV but, regardless do the Dons have a European match the preceding Thursday meaning it will be put back to the Sunday? The EL playoff begins end of august so no, in short. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarleyQuinn Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 Just curious to see if others think making a move for Baccus (St Mirren accepted 275k) and/or Dylan Levitt (Utd want 500k) is a good idea? Hibs are after both while hearts are only after Dylan Levitt. I also wonder if the potential sale of lewis Ferguson this window would alter our recruitment this transfer window. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lubo_blaha Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 13 minutes ago, HarleyQuinn said: Just curious to see if others think making a move for Baccus (St Mirren accepted 275k) and/or Dylan Levitt (Utd want 500k) is a good idea? Hibs are after both while hearts are only after Dylan Levitt. I also wonder if the potential sale of lewis Ferguson this window would alter our recruitment this transfer window. We’ve already got four quality centre mids. If we’ve got money to spend then I’d rather invest it in a left centre back or full back. If Barron leaves then it might be a different story. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d31 Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 41 minutes ago, lubo_blaha said: We’ve already got four quality centre mids. If we’ve got money to spend then I’d rather invest it in a left centre back or full back. If Barron leaves then it might be a different story. 100% 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DukDukGoose Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 1 hour ago, HarleyQuinn said: Just curious to see if others think making a move for Baccus (St Mirren accepted 275k) and/or Dylan Levitt (Utd want 500k) is a good idea? Hibs are after both while hearts are only after Dylan Levitt. I also wonder if the potential sale of lewis Ferguson this window would alter our recruitment this transfer window. Both good players but if we're taking anyone from either I'd hope it's an Australian full back. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarapoa Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 4 hours ago, resk said: Doesn't look like it: Otherwise known as the Jack MacKenzie, Ryan Duncan and Shayden Morris roadshow. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thenorthernlight Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 1 hour ago, lubo_blaha said: We’ve already got four quality centre mids. If we’ve got money to spend then I’d rather invest it in a left centre back or full back. If Barron leaves then it might be a different story. Three quality mids I’d argue. Barron isn’t up to it 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thenorthernlight Posted June 30, 2023 Share Posted June 30, 2023 1 hour ago, lubo_blaha said: We’ve already got four quality centre mids. If we’ve got money to spend then I’d rather invest it in a left centre back or full back. If Barron leaves then it might be a different story. When we’ll be playing three centre mids (if using last years 3-1-4-2) then we need more than 4. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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