7-2 Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 I've felt for a while that if Willock was joining us this season he'd be here already. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloPerth Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 26 minutes ago, tree house tam said: Ali McCann Paulo, Ali McCann. I'm hearing you Tam, really impressed with what I saw of him last season and firmly in the 'if anyone can make it McCanncan camp'. I just feel it might be early for him to be used for anything more than occasional matches and appearances off the bench. Don't think there are many (any?) teenagers Tommy's played on a regular basis during his time at Saints. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tree house tam Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 21 minutes ago, PauloPerth said: I just feel it might be early for him to be used for anything more than occasional matches and appearances off the bench. Don't think there are many (any?) teenagers Tommy's played on a regular basis during his time at Saints. I agree, he needs a loan period, which is why we need a loanee to cover until he's ready. Craig, Alston, Spoony etc aren't the answer imo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloPerth Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Not a great advert for Spoony in centre midfield on these brief Falkirk highlights! Real shame we can't manage our own these days, that's Montrose, east fife and now Falkirk managed decent efforts. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stelling Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 1 hour ago, PauloPerth said: Real shame we can't manage our own these days, that's Montrose, east fife and now Falkirk managed decent efforts. Sad that we are relying on away teams to show us highlights from our own home games. They are filmed for analysis so it's a mystery why somebody can't make a quick edit to post up. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tree house tam Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Gary will sort it. By sort I mean sort it after he's fucked it up. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy. Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 1 hour ago, PauloPerth said: Not a great advert for Spoony in centre midfield on these brief Falkirk highlights! Real shame we can't manage our own these days, that's Montrose, east fife and now Falkirk managed decent efforts. I seen they've advertised for a volunteer to create highlights for the Woman's team, but nothing about the Men's team. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloPerth Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 7 minutes ago, tree house tam said: Gary will sort it. By sort I mean sort it after he's fucked it up. ffs, he shags one sheep...!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tree house tam Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 23 minutes ago, PauloPerth said: ffs, he shags one sheep...!! Jamamalookingmotherfucker! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelsjfc Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Always thought that Millar was going to be the difficult one to replace. We have been spoiled having two players like Morris and Millar back to back. Maybe it will a case of making do; noticed that Wright was talking about trying to play the ball out from the back more. Perhaps having two centre halfs that more comfortable on the ball will negate as much need for someone of Millar/Morris level there?Felt a bit for Spoony on Tuesday. He's clearly trying to be the one offering for the ball and calming things down but too often touches were too heavy or he tried to play that wee bit too much. I'm not sure we can afford the game time while he learns and certainly the east stand aren't the most forgiving towards him - don't want to destroy his confidence altogether. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloPerth Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 5 minutes ago, nelsjfc said: Always thought that Millar was going to be the difficult one to replace. We have been spoiled having two players like Morris and Millar back to back. Maybe it will a case of making do; noticed that Wright was talking about trying to play the ball out from the back more. Perhaps having two centre halfs that more comfortable on the ball will negate as much need for someone of Millar/Morris level there? Felt a bit for Spoony on Tuesday. He's clearly trying to be the one offering for the ball and calming things down but too often touches were too heavy or he tried to play that wee bit too much. I'm not sure we can afford the game time while he learns and certainly the east stand aren't the most forgiving towards him - don't want to destroy his confidence altogether. Yes agree. There's also the fact that he can deliver a good cross, has a decent shot with either foot, and is capable of beating a player and opening things up round the box with that lovely wee roll over the ball with the sole of his boot he does. I would say they are three of the big attributes he brings, and if you have him sitting in front of the back four you lose all that, and what you gain in the holding role from him is less. Just my opinion; the coaching staff obviously see him every day and may see things differently. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloPerth Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 1 hour ago, RandomGuy. said: I seen they've advertised for a volunteer to create highlights for the Woman's team, but nothing about the Men's team. Maybe there's something already in the pipeline for the first team highlights.. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radford Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Largely agree with @nelsjfc and @PauloPerth about Wotherspoon. Couple of good posts on the issue. Willock does indeed seem set for St Mirren. I think a decent way of summing up my feelings on him/missing out would be that if we were signing two central midfielders, I'd have been more than happy for him to be the second one. We aren't signing two though... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Positive, sometimes. Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Willock has now joined St. Mirren. I reckon our business is done for the window and expect us to stick with Spoony and Alston in midfield. Unless anyone can tell me something I don't know... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7-2 Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 I'm not really surprised he's not ended up back with us I'd be very interested to know why he hasn't, all things considered. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy. Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 25 minutes ago, Mr Positive, sometimes. said: Willock has now joined St. Mirren. I reckon our business is done for the window and expect us to stick with Spoony and Alston in midfield. Unless anyone can tell me something I don't know... I'd be astounded if we don't sign some form of central player. TWs made it clear all summer he wants one, and I doubt the performances of Wotherspoon and Alston beside Davidson will have changed that. Alston didn't even last a half in that role against Montrose before being taken out there. Just my opinion on it though, hopefully TW will say something over the weekend about his plans. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Saints Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 40 minutes ago, Mr Positive, sometimes. said: Willock has now joined St. Mirren. I reckon our business is done for the window and expect us to stick with Spoony and Alston in midfield. Unless anyone can tell me something I don't know... What makes you think that? I don't think that Willock signing for St. Mirren has any bearing on whether or not we're signing a central midfielder. Tommy has said that he's looking for a central midfielder and I see no reason to believe he'll suddenly change his mind. As others have said, Willock is a fine footballer but perhaps not the type of midfielder we're crying out for. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyle Posted July 27, 2018 Author Share Posted July 27, 2018 Willock is good but I wouldn’t swap any of the outfield signings for him and I wouldn’t swap any new potential holding midfielder for him either. Right now Willock would be coming in and competing with Alston, Wotherspoon, Scougall, Kennedy, Wright and McClean for one of the 3 attacking midfielder places. He’d be another one who might be passable in the deep role occasionally but not consistently which is really what the team is screaming out for. Craig (or maybe McCann) is currently our best option to play beside Davidson in the deeper role IMO and that’s a really glaring weakness that needs addressed with a specialist in that position. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelsjfc Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 Not a great advert for Spoony in centre midfield on these brief Falkirk highlights! Real shame we can't manage our own these days, that's Montrose, east fife and now Falkirk managed decent efforts.That's a hell of a one-sided editing job! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tree house tam Posted July 27, 2018 Share Posted July 27, 2018 I think everyone knows what we need and who realistically out of our current squad can play there, those options aren't ideal. Tommy wants another player in but it's up to Wee Broon to produce, will he do it? I have my doubts, especially after getting Tommys other first choice targets. It's been a good window so far but I've a wee nagging feeling we may just go with what we have. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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