faraway saint Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 29 minutes ago, Drew said: If we're paying a fee and there is a sell-off clause, I'm guessing it would be a 2 year deal. The master of "whataboutery" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TPAFKATS Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 LPM Dundee Utd are not going to spend big as they don't have ithttps://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/657692/dundee-united-announce-massive-loss-of-1-55million-in-latest-financial-figures-blame-it-on-relegation-to-championship/ And Saints are being prudent.... in the black- Just- living within our means ....................... Personally I wish we had Dobbie from QOS. Cant believe he hasn't moved on I'm sure dobbie moved back to QoS as they are his hometown team, or club where he started his carer at least. He's made his money down in England and not likely to move on to a bigger club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 (edited) ^^^^^^^^^ Indeed, a similar situation, and some teams get lucky, to Thompson signing for us. Dobbie IMO, is a player who could easily play for a team in the top league in Scotland but, to his credit, has chosen to return to his team. Edited December 13, 2017 by faraway saint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St.Ricky Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 On Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at 4:24 PM, Mid Calder Saint said: Was very impressed with Mullen when we played Livi at their place earlier in the season.My neighbours who have Season Tickets at Livi are devastated.Welcome aboard Danny. Me too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 44 minutes ago, faraway saint said: The master of "whataboutery" Speculation. Thanks for taking the time to decorate my post, though. It's good to know you care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djchapsticks Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 (edited) 20 minutes ago, TPAFKATS said: 8 hours ago, DougJamie said: LPM Dundee Utd are not going to spend big as they don't have ithttps://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/657692/dundee-united-announce-massive-loss-of-1-55million-in-latest-financial-figures-blame-it-on-relegation-to-championship/ And Saints are being prudent.... in the black- Just- living within our means ....................... Personally I wish we had Dobbie from QOS. Cant believe he hasn't moved on I'm sure dobbie moved back to QoS as they are his hometown team, or club where he started his carer at least. He's made his money down in England and not likely to move on to a bigger club. They aren't his hometown team or his first club, they are pretty much responsible for saving his career though and he quite rightly decided that when the time was right, he'd come back and give back to the club who done so. I remember Dobbie as a 23 year old at St. Johnstone playing in the reserves cup final vs us at Love Street back in 2005/06. He was horribly out of shape, like 2 and a half stone, squeezed into a shirt a size or two too wee for him. I remember sitting with my mate, saying what a shame it was that he was putting such talent to waste and that he'd likely he'd be out of the game in the next year or two if he didn't get his arse in gear. St. Johnstone clearly had enough at that point as they soon papped him to third division Dumbarton on loan and to all intents and purposes and he was seemingly finished at any level until Queens took a chance on him when no-one else fancied him. They whipped him into shape and he not only got his career well on track, but excelled and earned a cracking wee career for himself in England's top two divisions. So fair play to him for returning to Queens, he's 35 now but his record for them is quite jaw-dropping....169 games over 2 spells, 98 goals. Edited December 13, 2017 by djchapsticks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 Just now, Drew said: Speculation. Thanks for taking the time to decorate my post, though. It's good to know you care. Thanks for recognising I've noticed your skill in saying nothing worth anything. You know I care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 Just now, djchapsticks said: They aren't his hometown team or his first club, they are pretty much responsible for saving his career though and he quite rightly decided that when the time was right, he'd come back and give back to the club who done so. I remember Dobbie as a 23 year old at St. Johnstone playing in the reserves cup final vs us at Love Street back in 2005/06. He was horribly out of shape, like 2 and a half stone and squeezed into a shirt a size or two too wee for him and I remember sitting with my mate and saying what a waste it was that he was putting such talent to waste and that he'd likely he'd be out of the game in the next year or two if he didn't get his arse in gear. St. Johnstone clearly had enough at that point as they soon papped him to third division Dumbarton on loan and to all intents and purposes and he was seemingly finished at any level until Queens took a chance on him when no-one else fancied him. They whipped him into shape and he not only got his career well on track, but excelled and earned a cracking wee career for himself in England's top two divisions. So fair play to him for returning to Queens, he's 35 now but his record for them is quite jaw-dropping....169 games over 2 spells, 98 goals. Shows what some players are capable of, maybe a lesson for Shankland who, to me, has more to offer than he has shown overall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 6 minutes ago, faraway saint said: Thanks for recognising I've noticed your skill in saying nothing worth anything. Time you went on ignore. Tedious fanny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraway saint Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 Just now, Drew said: Time you went on ignore. Tedious fanny Oh dear, having a bad day Diana? I'll miss your insightful posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callum Gilhooley Posted December 13, 2017 Report Share Posted December 13, 2017 Dobbie is a Glasgow lad who was one of the many who started at the Old Govan club and never made it. The queens fans love him and he seems to love the Club. Never been prolific elsewhere but cant stop scoring for the Doonhamers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougJamie Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 12 hours ago, djchapsticks said: They aren't his hometown team or his first club, they are pretty much responsible for saving his career though and he quite rightly decided that when the time was right, he'd come back and give back to the club who done so. I remember Dobbie as a 23 year old at St. Johnstone playing in the reserves cup final vs us at Love Street back in 2005/06. He was horribly out of shape, like 2 and a half stone, squeezed into a shirt a size or two too wee for him. I remember sitting with my mate, saying what a shame it was that he was putting such talent to waste and that he'd likely he'd be out of the game in the next year or two if he didn't get his arse in gear. St. Johnstone clearly had enough at that point as they soon papped him to third division Dumbarton on loan and to all intents and purposes and he was seemingly finished at any level until Queens took a chance on him when no-one else fancied him. They whipped him into shape and he not only got his career well on track, but excelled and earned a cracking wee career for himself in England's top two divisions. So fair play to him for returning to Queens, he's 35 now but his record for them is quite jaw-dropping....169 games over 2 spells, 98 goals. Great update mate..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeper07 Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 11 hours ago, Callum Gilhooley said: Dobbie is a Glasgow lad who was one of the many who started at the Old Govan club and never made it. The queens fans love him and he seems to love the Club. Never been prolific elsewhere but cant stop scoring for the Doonhamers. Come on - he is hardly one for the future - great career but at 35 he is in his twilight and at his level. We need younger, hungrier guys who will give us plenty in the short term and either over many seasons or bring us in some cash when they move on.. Back to Danny Mullen please.. OR our next signing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callum Gilhooley Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 42 minutes ago, Sweeper07 said: Come on - he is hardly one for the future - great career but at 35 he is in his twilight and at his level. We need younger, hungrier guys who will give us plenty in the short term and either over many seasons or bring us in some cash when they move on.. Back to Danny Mullen please.. OR our next signing Sorry Bud, where did i say or even imply he was ? As i said, he has only ever been prolific at one club. Smashing player for them but for Saints ? No thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeper07 Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 4 hours ago, Callum Gilhooley said: Sorry Bud, where did i say or even imply he was ? As i said, he has only ever been prolific at one club. Smashing player for them but for Saints ? No thanks. SORRY Callum - I quoted you but should not have - it was a line of comments previously about folk wanting us to sign Dobie.. I just wanted the thread to get back on track and add some realism - like you I think he is a Smashing player for them but for Saints ? No thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kemp Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 Amusing video of Jack and the media boy pretending Mullen is only staying until January on an "emergency loan" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kemp Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 (edited) Regarding the McShane debate on this thread - I might be being harsh on the boy as there is a Stevie Mallan shaped hole in the middle of our team - but for me he just does not create enough. At the start of the season him and McGinn were falling over each other at times, and I still don't feel they compliment each other particularly well. I feel the lack of creativity in the middle of the park is why we struggle against diddy park the bus teams like Dumbarton, East Kilbride and Morton. I'd like to see a new signing for central midfield and McShane used a squad player. Stevie Mallan back on loan would do, or failing that, Kevin de Bruyne. Edited December 14, 2017 by Kemp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smcc Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 1 hour ago, Kemp said: Regarding the McShane debate on this thread - I might be being harsh on the boy as there is a Stevie Mallan shaped hole in the middle of our team - but for me he just does not create enough. At the start of the season him and McGinn were falling over each other at times, and I still don't feel they compliment each other particularly well. I feel the lack of creativity in the middle of the park is why we struggle against diddy park the bus teams like Dumbarton, East Kilbride and Morton. I'd like to see a new signing for central midfield and McShane used a squad player. Stevie Mallan back on loan would do, or failing that, Kevin de Bruyne. Would you be happier if they constantly told each other how wonderful they are? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Rep Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 Stephen dobbie looks like Lee Mack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soctty Posted December 14, 2017 Report Share Posted December 14, 2017 Regarding the McShane debate on this thread - I might be being harsh on the boy as there is a Stevie Mallan shaped hole in the middle of our team - but for me he just does not create enough. At the start of the season him and McGinn were falling over each other at times, and I still don't feel they compliment each other particularly well. I feel the lack of creativity in the middle of the park is why we struggle against diddy park the bus teams like Dumbarton, East Kilbride and Morton. I'd like to see a new signing for central midfield and McShane used a squad player. Stevie Mallan back on loan would do, or failing that, Kevin de Bruyne. McShane is our top assister this season with 8. Seems to create plenty... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hambud Posted December 15, 2017 Report Share Posted December 15, 2017 McShane is our top assister this season with 8. Seems to create plenty... I think folk mainly miss Mallans set pieces and that is the noticeable difference for me. But I'm a big McShane fan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kemp Posted December 15, 2017 Report Share Posted December 15, 2017 4 hours ago, Soctty said: 10 hours ago, Kemp said: Regarding the McShane debate on this thread - I might be being harsh on the boy as there is a Stevie Mallan shaped hole in the middle of our team - but for me he just does not create enough. At the start of the season him and McGinn were falling over each other at times, and I still don't feel they compliment each other particularly well. I feel the lack of creativity in the middle of the park is why we struggle against diddy park the bus teams like Dumbarton, East Kilbride and Morton. I'd like to see a new signing for central midfield and McShane used a squad player. Stevie Mallan back on loan would do, or failing that, Kevin de Bruyne. McShane is our top assister this season with 8. Seems to create plenty... Where are you getting that number from? The stats I saw have him on 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soctty Posted December 15, 2017 Report Share Posted December 15, 2017 Where are you getting that number from? The stats I saw have him on 4. Transfermarkt.com. 8 assists and 5 goals. [emoji106] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santaponsasaint Posted December 15, 2017 Report Share Posted December 15, 2017 Transfermarkt.com. 8 assists and 5 goals. [emoji106]I like McShane good player. But his tackling is not the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soctty Posted December 15, 2017 Report Share Posted December 15, 2017 I like McShane good player. But his tackling is not the best. I agree. I've said before we could be doing with a defensive midfielder in there for certain games as neither McGinn nor McShane are defensive minded players. Defence gets little protection at times due to the team's attacking mindset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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