ascender

Thought I'd start a new thread about this as they're bound to start happening soon and in fact, have started already, with one of those which just won't go away.

No, its not Robbie Fowler or Alan Smith, but that Kenny Miller story just won't go away. Apparently he's going to be our first signing of the summer according to the Sun. Which normally I wouldn't put any stock in, but this story has been around for months and months.

Any other rumours yet?

Just got up and was surprised to read the two lead articles on it in the Record today. Very surprised tbh.

I think what he's achieved while being halfway through a rebuilding exercise has been phenomenal to be honest. Last night though I did kind of hope that he'd have just gone 4-4-2 and gone for it. There was absolutely nothing to lose, but at the same time, why change something that's worked so well?

Our shortcomings in the squad are clear to everyone, but hopefully that'll be more than rectified in the summer given the successful season we've had and the bonus revenue coming in.

The SPL is there for the taking, hopefully last night will make the guys even more determined to win it now.

That's awful news to wake up to and no mention of it on the radio this morning.

RIP.

Thanks for the offer Craig, that was good of you. I managed to keep refreshing the BBC thread. Still here and waiting for blood results.

Has there been much trouble???

Still no Novo???

This is excruciating relying on the Beeb's text stream. Sounds like we're relying on our boys at the back as usual.

There's going to be a long wait for a doctor. Noooooooooooooooooooo...

Posting this from my iPhone in the hospital waiting room.

Triage said my wife had to come in, nothing serious, but they wanted to see her NOW. She didn't take kindly to my suggestion that she driver herself... Just as well I hadn't started drinking

yet.

So anyway, I've gone from having a ticket to planning to watch it on Sky, to now planning to use the Beeb's text commentary!

So excited and yet so nervous.

I see the Times have a link to a big match special on there you can download. Anyone had a look at it yet?

Have a great time guys

I'm halfway through responding Jon, but am trying to fit it in amongst getting hassle from the customer. Balls. I'll just send you what I've got so far, give me 5 mins.

* scratches head and trys to think of anyone in our team under the age of 33, never mind 23 *

Thank you.

Quick question..... what age counts as a Young Player these days?

He'd be a low-risk buy, so definitely worth a punt. The only problem is that unless our midfield lineup and system changes next season, I don't think we'll be getting the most out of him.

Like I said in the match thread, I think he's a petulant, moody f*** who doesn't deserve to wear the blue shirt. For all the flashes of talent he's shown, he's not even done anything of note from open play in ages. It must be a real kick in the teeth for any of our other strikers to be left on the bench behind him, especially after his headbutt against Fiorentina.

Aw shucks, you guys.....

Yes, embarrassed might about cover it

I'll add to the cheese-fest and just say that I just did what I thought any other Bear would do. I was well aware of the crazy prices people were willing to pay on eBay for them, but that's not really fair is it, especially when its your own getting ripped off for them.

Anyway, nothing to see here, let's all move on!

Sorry, forgot about this and haven't been online much. I'll get it looked at today

King Carlos for me as well!

Boyd didn't look interested at all last night, but I still think with decent service he'll score for fun in the SPL. Any half decent striker playing up front for us should be able to do that given the number of chances per game we historically create. Problem is, we're not creating enough of those chances any more. I thought when Davis came in, he'd be putting more of those balls through for the strikers to run on to, like he did for Boyd's offside goal last night, but he doesn't seem to be doing it enough.

I also don't think any of our strikers are the complete article we need to be building a strike force around. They all have their fair share of limitations IMO and we should be looking to bring someone in as a priority in the summer.

Its a strange one with Boyd, because often when he doesn't play and we're chasing a goal, we finally start to get some good cross balls in to the 6 yard box, but there's no-one there to finish. Novo is the most likely to be there, but, while he's improved again this season, his lack of composure is still there for all to see which means he's never going to be able to move his game on to the next level. Gifted though Cousin is, he flatters to deceive most of the time and while you get a lot of workrate from JCD, he also lacks the end product.

I just don't think we're being positive enough in games and not having a settled strike pairing isn't helping anyone either. But hopefully we can get by with what we've got and the great team spirit which is very much in evidence now.

You're right Calscot, McCulloch at least seemed willing to shoot from outside of the box, which is something else we've lacked for years.

Like others have said, its all complete bollocks. The SPL could have and should have been looking at this thing months ago following the various games which were postponed and the fact we're still in Europe after Christmas. Its basic risk management and common sense not being used by guys who will no doubt be on big fat salaries. Total nonsense.

Destiny is still in our hands, but I'm far from confident with the way things have been going. 3 points tomorrow would change my mind though and I think its a massive game for us.

I see there's already been the obligatory plea from the local polis for ticketless fans not to travel, so surely they'll look at something like this instead?

Hi Gribz,

I'd be more than happy to do one.