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It looks like the positive influence of the DoF.

Having to wade through Craig's love-in made me miss that we've appointed a Coach too, to take on Murty's former role, at least until the end of the season.

Like I said elsewhere, I would've kept Pena -- decent goalscorer from midfield, if nothing else -- but I can understand why letting him go is best for all involved.

I don't think I could take Craig's comments after that...

Kevin Thompson when he realised his new role may mean he misses his dinner with Craig...

You need those characters, the ones that know what it takes to succeed as footballers and as Rangers players; this is a good move. Interestingly, the article suggests we're looking to implement a hybrid approach, whereby experts and ex-players work together to give us the best of both worlds:

These names are OK, in the sense that they are established players. But they're just too old, for me.

Decent player, but too old.

I sent myself one: I can remove it by clicking the dismiss 'x' at the top right. Maybe @Frankie can help?

Is that the Sticky note? You remove it by clicking on the little 'x' at the top right.

...but then realising someone else has spent time with Kevin Thomson...

Click "Cancel"...? Oh, I see: I just delete what I've written, then leave it. There's only a cancel button when you want to edit.

Craig seeing the Kevin Thomson interview like...

Yes, his main reason for coming is gone, so I wouldn't be surprised; which is understandable. If we're recouping the money it's not a bad idea to move him on. (It's most definitely 'fools seldom differ'... )

I'm not sure why we're discussing this made-up hypothetical. There's nothing in that article to back up their claim. I'd take Naismith if we're interested, but I'm not fussed either way; he's not the player he was.

Pena wasn't the all-round midfielder we were expecting, but I really don't see how he was a "flop"; his goal-to-game ratio is superb, and his ability to find space in the box likewise. The narrative is quite clear. I'd rather keep Pena. However, if we're able to recoup the money and put it into a better all-rounder, then so be it.

Horrible news. Hope he makes a speedy recovery. Some people really are beyond the pale; disgusting behaviour.

Arsenal were just gubbed 4-2 by Nottingham Forrest! Good, old-fashioned cup-tie that had everything. I thought it interesting that Barrie McKay wasn't trusted to start in this type of game; too much of a luxury to be depended upon to put in a shift.

Excellent! It's a nice wee feature.

The names being passed around Twitter -- for what it's worth -- are rather encouraging. If we can get Cummings, Docherty etc., to go with Murphy, it would be a fantastic window. They arguably all improve the first-team, and at the very least they are all young players with a sell-on value that know what it takes to play in this league. It hints at a more focused scouting approach from Allen.