Dave The Buddie Posted December 15, 2013 Report Share Posted December 15, 2013 Conor Newton will be forever be a St Mirren legend for scoring our winning goal in the league cup final but will the legend be looking at pastures new with his loan coming to an end. Putting sentiments aside would we lesser side without him? Who would fill the void in the midfield from our current squad? Are we better using the wage contribution for another area of the side where we have less competition if so where? Should we do all in our power to persuade Newcastle and the player to extend the loan? Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidg Posted December 15, 2013 Report Share Posted December 15, 2013 He will only stay with us "a last resort". He's desperate to get a loan gig in the championship for the second half of the season. From a selfish point if view I really hope nobody shows firm interest in him but I wouldn't grudge him a move either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave The Buddie Posted December 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 15, 2013 I think when we play him out wide we waste him and should be played more in the middle of the park but play him out wide to accommodate him in the team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hambud Posted December 15, 2013 Report Share Posted December 15, 2013 Goal scoring midfielder really hope he extends his loan deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luther G. Presley Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 I think he likes it here and will stay for the remainder of the season, then next season he will look to push for a starting place at Newcastle as Dummett has done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djchapsticks Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 To be fair, he's 22 now, so isn't really a youngster as such anymore. Had he been 19 or 20, I'd have been inclined to say he's better off staying. He has to make that step up in level to find out what sort of career he'll have, though..be it with a Championship club or Newcastle. From a selfish point of view, I want him here rest of the season and beyond. Realistically though, he's a level or two above the level we play at and in his year here, he's proven he's worthy of a bigger gig. If he stays, it would be amazing. I reckon he'll go though. And best of luck to the guy. Hopefully see him back in the stripes one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aldo_j Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 I think he likes it here and will stay for the remainder of the season, then next season he will look to push for a starting place at Newcastle as Dummett has done. Although I think Newton is a good player, I don't see him challenging for a place at Newcastle, purely as their midfield is so strong. I fully expect him to go to a Championship side, weren't Milwall mentioned prior to him signing for us? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidg Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 (edited) Although I think Newton is a good player, I don't see him challenging for a place at Newcastle, purely as their midfield is so strong. I fully expect him to go to a Championship side, I believe that's his thought also.. Would love it if he signed for us though. Edited December 16, 2013 by davidg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloomsbury Bud Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 Conor Newton will be forever be a St Mirren legend for scoring our winning goal in the league cup final but will the legend be looking at pastures new with his loan coming to an end. Putting sentiments aside would we lesser side without him? Who would fill the void in the midfield from our current squad? Are we better using the wage contribution for another area of the side where we have less competition if so where? Should we do all in our power to persuade Newcastle and the player to extend the loan? Thoughts? With Newton playing on the right, Teale should be able to return from injury and back into the side. I'll be sorry to see Newton go and like everyone else I wish him every success. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave The Buddie Posted December 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 I think he likes it here and will stay for the remainder of the season, then next season he will look to push for a starting place at Newcastle as Dummett has done. I don't think he is good enough to make the grade at Newcastle but will do a job in the Championship Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingscot Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 I can't see him breaking into the Newcastle midfield. No shame in that given the talent of Cabaye, Tiote and others there. However he is good enough to be in the Championship long term and I'd understand that if he wants to move on in January. Don't think we should rely on Teale to replace him as he is struggling with injury and is 34(?) now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 We'll miss Conor's drive and energy, that's a certainty. We have a good midfield core, however, and I don't think losing him in January would be a massive blow. A fit Gary Teale would be a major bonus, but he will be some way off match fitness when he does return, so nothing can be taken for granted. I'd love him to stay, but Newton has been great for us, and he deserves a shot wherever he reckons he can progress his career. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergie's no1 fan Posted December 16, 2013 Report Share Posted December 16, 2013 Would be a blow but I didn't think we would have seen him in the stripes this season anyway so its been a bonus and a pleasure to watch him playing again this season. It seems we don't actually have too many central midfielders either. If Newwwwton is leaving us and McGowan in trouble just now that could leave us short. The board might want to sell McLean for a fee instead of letting his contract run out. Really tricky window coming up for the club. We do have a decent gap on Hearts but we aren't streets ahead of the play off spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanarkshire_Bud Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Did I pick Radio Scotland up right in saying Newton is here till the end of the season now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R1877 Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 After today can't say I'm that bothered- what's a tackle, Connor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 After today can't say I'm that bothered- what's a tackle, Connor? If we had lots better on the bench you might have a point but as we don't, you should be careful what you wish for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R1877 Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Yes, agree with you but just gutted after watching that- when you've got a player like McGinn giving his all, Newton looked half-hearted- on his day he's a great player which is why fans get frustrated... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Yes, agree with you but just gutted after watching that- when you've got a player like McGinn giving his all, Newton looked half-hearted- on his day he's a great player which is why fans get frustrated... Totally understandable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddieinEK Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Yes, agree with you but just gutted after watching that- when you've got a player like McGinn giving his all, Newton looked half-hearted- on his day he's a great player which is why fans get frustrated... Half hearted? The guy burst a gut for over 90 minutes and chased everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R1877 Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 That'll be why wee McGinn had to cover both sides of the midfield today with tackles- he was everywhere- Newton wasn't himself at all today IMO.... Felt he should have been taken off had McGinn not been injured. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billyg Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Half hearted? The guy burst a gut for over 90 minutes and chased everything. He ran about all day like a headless chicken , yet never put a toe or a head in where it hurts once ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard King Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 To be fair, he's 22 now, so isn't really a youngster as such anymore. Had he been 19 or 20, I'd have been inclined to say he's better off staying. He has to make that step up in level to find out what sort of career he'll have, though..be it with a Championship club or Newcastle. From a selfish point of view, I want him here rest of the season and beyond. Realistically though, he's a level or two above the level we play at and in his year here, he's proven he's worthy of a bigger gig. If he stays, it would be amazing. I reckon he'll go though. And best of luck to the guy. Hopefully see him back in the stripes one day. Don't really see it to be honest - Newton shows some flashes of real quality play, but largely I think most games - even at SPFL level - pass him by and he struggles to make an impact. He will still improve, but unless there is a clause in his loan deal I fail to see why he is one of the first names on Danny's teamsheet every week. McGinn is years younger and light years ahead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidg Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 (edited) He's gagging for a move to the championship. We're his last resort. Hope he signs though. Edited January 3, 2014 by davidg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazah Posted January 2, 2014 Report Share Posted January 2, 2014 Thought he was poor today tbh, ok player but not championship level IMO! Would certainly love to keep him and he's a decent player but he's no Gary Harkins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herdo Posted January 3, 2014 Report Share Posted January 3, 2014 Thought he was poor today tbh, ok player but not championship level IMO! Would certainly love to keep him and he's a decent player but he's no Gary Harkins � Aye newton shites it from 50/50 tackles, harkins just doesn't bother wi them lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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