dpj Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 http://www.ptfc.co.uk/news/2010-2011/april_2011/new_deal_for_club_captain Excellent news as we need some experienced players to help bring on youngsters. Hopefully Rowson to follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven H Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 http://www.ptfc.co.uk/news/2010-2011/april_2011/new_deal_for_club_captain Excellent news as we need some experienced players to help bring on youngsters. Hopefully Rowson to follow. Brilliant, totally agree...Roswer next please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Dastardly Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Great news ! I noticed that Derek Young had been released by Aberdeen. I know he is probably on a bigger wadge than we could afford, but he must have some sort of link to Jackie and Sid so if there was a chance, wouldn't mind seeing him in a Thistle shirt again. Rowser the next priority though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Great news ! I noticed that Derek Young had been released by Aberdeen. I know he is probably on a bigger wadge than we could afford, but he must have some sort of link to Jackie and Sid so if there was a chance, wouldn't mind seeing him in a Thistle shirt again. Rowser the next priority though. You are having a laugh. Was shocking first time round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fawlty Towers Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Excellent news and agree that Rowson should be the next signing priority. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twinny Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 I noticed that Derek Young had been released by Aberdeen. I know he is probably on a bigger wadge than we could afford, but he must have some sort of link to Jackie and Sid so if there was a chance, wouldn't mind seeing him in a Thistle shirt again. You're off your heid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin energy Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Think its a good Signing, as long as we can afford him though as we need to break even next season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaggernaut Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 (edited) You are having a laugh. Was shocking first time round. My thoughts exactly. Archie still has it at this level. Good signing. Edited April 29, 2011 by Jaggernaut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinyman Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 hmmmm not in the Archie fan club, dissapointed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.D Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 I'm of the opinion that Archie should concentrate on his speed and general mobility during the close season. IF he can improve on theseeven at this stage in his career then I am all for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lennythistle Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Glad he's signed. Like others have already said, would like rowser signed up and I'll add Flannigan and Hodge to the list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodMcDonaldJag Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Great news ! I noticed that Derek Young had been released by Aberdeen. I know he is probably on a bigger wadge than we could afford, but he must have some sort of link to Jackie and Sid so if there was a chance, wouldn't mind seeing him in a Thistle shirt again. Rowser the next priority though. Good idea. Maybe we could persuade Kenny Brannigan to join as player/coach too............? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 It was worrying me that Archie hadn't signed. With Maxwell done for and Boyle leaving getting a natural left sided defender was crucial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ifu03340 Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Great news...delighted hes staying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kni Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 (edited) It was worrying me that Archie hadn't signed. With Maxwell done for and Boyle leaving getting a natural left sided defender was crucial. With so many youngsters signed up for next season, we need an experienced captain who loves the club and will command respect. I want Boyle to re-sign but there will be alternatives available as clubs trim their squads. Edited April 29, 2011 by kni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bunny Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 (edited) It was worrying me that Archie hadn't signed. With Maxwell done for and Boyle leaving getting a natural left sided defender was crucial. At least we now have an experienced centre-back pairing and it seems likely we'll get Balatoni on loan again. Worried about the full back positions though with Paton's injury he's likely to sign a one year deal too I suppose. I worry though if we're losing Robertson as it means we'll be depending on youngsters and loanees for cover when injuries/suspensions kick in. And we don't have any young defenders who're at the same stage of development as the likes of Bannigan and Campbell. At least we'll have plenty of cover for midfield next season with guys like these two coming through. Edited April 29, 2011 by Mr Bunny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kni Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 At least we now have an experienced centre-back pairing and it seems likely we'll get Balatoni on loan again. Worried about the full back positions though with Paton's injury he's likely to sign a one year deal too I suppose. I worry though if we're losing Robertson as it means we'll be depending on youngsters and loanees for cover when injuries/suspensions kick in. And we don't have any young defenders who're at the same stage of development as the likes of Bannigan and Campbell. At least we'll have plenty of cover for midfield next season with guys like these two coming through. Balatoni's return will depend on the budget and how much Hearts want from us. Paton has signed a one-year deal but was offered a two-year deal by McCall. Colin Stevenson (who, like Burns and McBeth) has been injured) is a young defender who is expected to progress next season. Burns, McBeth and Stevenson have all signed new one year deals. That leaves question marks over the futures of Flannigan, Rowson, Robertson and Hodge. I would be surprised if we retain more than two of that quartet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Bunny Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Balatoni's return will depend on the budget and how much Hearts want from us. Paton has signed a one-year deal but was offered a two-year deal by McCall. Colin Stevenson (who, like Burns and McBeth) has been injured) is a young defender who is expected to progress next season. Burns, McBeth and Stevenson have all signed new one year deals. That leaves question marks over the futures of Flannigan, Rowson, Robertson and Hodge. I would be surprised if we retain more than two of that quartet. I'm sure we'll sign someone decent as centre back cover on loan - ideally Balatoni would be the one as he'd fit into the team right away. But as you say it depends on Heart's demands. Yes, I've heard that Stevenson is a very promising prospect but he's been nowhere near the first team and would be only starting to be brought on next season. McGeogh should be further on but they seem to think he'll be better in midfield now. The players that have come through this season are Bannigan and Campbell, and to a lesser extent, Fraser. MacBeth looked promising at the start of this season and had a spell on loan with Clyde so if he has a good pre-season I'd see him as able to challenge for a place in the first team along with the three I just mentioned. Three of these are midfield players one a forward. There really is no one ready to move in from the youths into defence at the start of next season - except maybe McGeogh in an emergency. I'd say - provided we re-sign Rowson and Cairney gets back more to his old self - we'll have a pretty strong midfield next season with Bannigan potentially a stand-out player for us. But we need to boost the defence a bit as we won't able to fill in the gaps to any great extent with youngsters. Not in the early part of the season anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunky jag Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Glad Archie's signed up, him and Wullie will be as solid as a rock for our title winning season next year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven H Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Balatoni's return will depend on the budget and how much Hearts want from us. Paton has signed a one-year deal but was offered a two-year deal by McCall. Colin Stevenson (who, like Burns and McBeth) has been injured) is a young defender who is expected to progress next season. Burns, McBeth and Stevenson have all signed new one year deals. That leaves question marks over the futures of Flannigan, Rowson, Robertson and Hodge. I would be surprised if we retain more than two of that quartet. From what I heard back in January Robbo will be away to Ayr Utd and Hodge to...ahem...Killie. Can't see a place for Hodge in our midfield next season regardless, same with Robbo if we can get Balatoni for the season and if Stevenson makes the breakthrough. Will be sad to see him leave but I think the talk is of him getting a player/coach role at Somerset. Wouldn't mind seeing Flannigan retained but would prefer Campbell at Right Mid. Rowson is a must tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vom Itorium Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 If we're gonna bring the youngsters through we need the experienced players around them and Archie is perfect for that role. Well chuffed he's staying and hope to see Rowser follow suit soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watson Towers Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 If we're gonna bring the youngsters through we need the experienced players around them and Archie is perfect for that role. Well chuffed he's staying and hope to see Rowser follow suit soon. totally agree; great news. Alongside Paddy Boyle, Arch and Rowser have been my POTY. Would love to see them all in Jags shirts again next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexForsythFan Posted April 30, 2011 Report Share Posted April 30, 2011 I thought Archie was very inconsistent this year and hate to think that next season maybe one too far. I would have delayed signing him until we see who else is available come the big end of season shake up. We aren't the only team suffering financially and with most Premier League teams also cutting budgets there will be record numbers of players looking for contracts. I hope we hold back enough of our budget to be able to take advantage of any bargains that come along which would improve the team. Hindsight is always 20/20 but if we'd done that last year Martin Hardie might have been firing in goals for us ! and finally shouldn't the new permanent manager be making these decisions ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Murray Posted April 30, 2011 Report Share Posted April 30, 2011 Archie is still one of the best centre backs in the league so happy he has re-signed. Need to get Rowsen signed up soon as. We need these two experienced players for next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falklandal1 Posted April 30, 2011 Report Share Posted April 30, 2011 You are having a laugh. Was shocking first time round. agree entirely,he was a complete waste of space Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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