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As it's only a week and a half until the transfer window opens, I thought I'd start a thread where we can "discuss" any transfer related news, be it rumours (where is IHE lol) or articles in the newspapers with quotes from JR on transfer news. 

Imho, we probably don't need much and, Tbh, I don't see much business and that goes for all clubs, not just us. 

 

I think it's imperative that we extend Kai Kennedy loan, otherwise we may be on the look out for another winger. 

 

I agree on extending Kennedy's loan, but he may have been brought in to cover for Doran being injured, and he's now fit

Much as we'd like a more prolific goalscorer, I'm not sure where we'd found one for zero transfer fee and very low wages, unless it's the Highland league

And arguably we have cover in every position, especially midfield...if McHattie, Duffy and Toshney are anywhere near fit, then the defence has back up too

So expecting very little business if any

Extending Kai's loan is probably the main priority. Seeing if we can get Dapo Mebude and/or Glenn Middleton in on loan would do us a world of good.

And, I know it seems a bit far fetched, but get Carlo back from across the bridge, seems that he's fallen out of favour amongst the fans, and judging by the fact he's only played 3 league games for a grand total of 187 minutes, it seems he's fallen out of favour with the manager too. I don't know how it would work to be honest, maybe keep him on til he retires, with him having a guaranteed job with the coaching staff, and make his coaching academy a feeder into the Youth Ranks.

....https://www.footballfancast.com/leicester-city-transfer-rumours/leicester-transfer-rumours-ryan-christie-celtic-brendan-rodgers

 

Lots of speculation on Ryan's future which could result in a healthy bonus for ICT. 

The whole issue with Carl was his wage v Harper's wage. I would presume Harpers wage would be significantly less and a similar output on the park. Doesn't make sense to bring him back unless he is guaranteed to displace Harper and be a big improvement. I'd rather let our youngster flourish. 

4 hours ago, CELTIC1CALEY3 said:

....https://www.footballfancast.com/leicester-city-transfer-rumours/leicester-transfer-rumours-ryan-christie-celtic-brendan-rodgers

 

Lots of speculation on Ryan's future which could result in a healthy bonus for ICT. 

Before the virus, I was predicting Maddison to get a big move to a top four club and Ryan to be the direct replacement. Although this article suggests them playing together, and I suppose they’re a top four club at the moment 😜

I would agree on extending Kai's loan period...do Sevco pay his wage on a loan deal? Apart from that I can't see any activity is viable given the financial situation just now. Perhaps loan deals would be the best we could hope for. As for Carl, maybe with Yogi in charge now he may feature more but I suggest leaving him be. 

23 hours ago, CELTIC1CALEY3 said:

....https://www.footballfancast.com/leicester-city-transfer-rumours/leicester-transfer-rumours-ryan-christie-celtic-brendan-rodgers

 

Lots of speculation on Ryan's future which could result in a healthy bonus for ICT. 

I had heard from another source that Ryan had put in a transfer request. I'm not sure Celtic would let him go for £5.8 million to Leicester though. He could do a decent job for struggling Arsenal who might pay significantly more. Would ICT get a 5 or 10% sell on fee?

22 minutes ago, Row S said:

I had heard from another source that Ryan had put in a transfer request. I'm not sure Celtic would let him go for £5.8 million to Leicester though. He could do a decent job for struggling Arsenal who might pay significantly more. Would ICT get a 5 or 10% sell on fee?

who knows, you would need to ask his father or the club

5 hours ago, caleyboy said:

who knows, you would need to ask his father or the club

and, quite rightly, neither would tell you the agreed figure but it will be a very healthy six figure sum which will help tide us over during these extremely difficult times and might even release a little cash to strengthen during the January window.

I wonder what the central defender, free agent, Josh Meekings was doing in Dingwall today?

Very possible that Yogi is after him. Just looked at County’s team last night and Vigurs and Draper started but both were subbed. Mckay came off the bench, with Tremarco and Donaldson unused subs.

Our only remaining players from his time are Devine, Vincent (both second time around) and Doran. Of them, I hope he doesn’t go after Doran. 

Edited December 24, 20205 yr by Robert

On 12/24/2020 at 9:51 PM, Robert said:

Of them, I hope he doesn’t go after Doran. 

Dorans shirley 😂

On 12/24/2020 at 9:51 PM, Robert said:

 I hope he doesn’t go after Doran. 

Given his age and history, if there is some money coming our way I'd say its time to part ways and will also remove a high earner off our limited budget.

Generally we will be in the same position as most clubs in the Championship (if not Scotland) - unless going for a title or fighting off relegation and you have the budget to strengthen then players will be available to leave for any fees or if they are high earners. Moving back into lockdown has moved the prospect of significant fan numbers in stadia further away again so now its trimming accordingly to survive throughout.

I'd expect some exits and at best loanees to replace if not more youngsters get game time

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/kai-kennedy-rangers-transfer-latest-23231388

May as well stick this here :ictscarf:

1 hour ago, CaleyTennis said:

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/kai-kennedy-rangers-transfer-latest-23231388

May as well stick this 

Encouraging noises. If we can keep Kennedy and sign a centre-half we might finish well this season. 

12 minutes ago, Caley Stan said:

Encouraging noises. If we can keep Kennedy and sign a centre-half we might finish well this season. 

Who though :O?

I wonder if there are any Centre Halfs on the loan list that we could inquire about. 

I'd like to hear the current situation regarding McHattie and Toshney as so far I haven't heard much other than they were injured before the season started. Unless someone is leaving I can't imagine us taking in anymore.

2 hours ago, jamie ictfc said:

I'd like to hear the current situation regarding McHattie and Toshney as so far I haven't heard much other than they were injured before the season started. Unless someone is leaving I can't imagine us taking in anymore.

I can't imagine us taking in anymore unless Celtic sell Ryan Christie.

When are the covid Grant monies hitting the bank accounts? Might give us room for manoeuvre...

Needa right back desperately before anything 

25 minutes ago, forresjags said:

Needa right back desperately before anything 

How bad must Wallace Duffy be to not get a game?!

Should have Duffy and Carson ready for action after New Year, so that might help.

1 hour ago, Yngwie said:

How bad must Wallace Duffy be to not get a game?!

He’s not fully fit after his injury. 

Arsenal have joined a host of Premier League clubs taking an interest in Celtic's Scotland midfielder Ryan Christie, 25, and hope their former Bhoys left-back Kieran Tierney, 23, can persuade him to move to Emirates Stadium. (90 Min)

Now that the green branch of the ugly sisters have blown it could be time for Ryan Christie to exit stage left. Here's hoping a bidding war starts!!

 

ICT got Kennedy from Rangers on loan and he has lit up the side somewhat. Certainly not been a dud, that's for sure. I would like the club to think along the same lines now and see who they might get in the loan market. We probably get better value and no millstone contracts, allowing us to also hang onto our own promising youngsters.

However, how about looking further afield?  MLS is a huge player pool for example and with the disruption to the NASL/USL/CPL over here where teams usually send players to get experience they are now looking worldwide for 'partner' clubs according to a face to face chat I had with TFC president Bill Manning in early 2020. I can really only talk about TFC but most teams will have scenarios similar to that which I describe below: 

Toronto FC sent 3 internationals (1 full, 2 under 23s) out on loan last Season. Noble Okello and Rocco Romeo went to HB Koge in Denmark (Rocco is still there) and Julian Dunn went to Calgary. Ralph Priso, Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, Jacob Shaffelburg, and Jayden Nelson are all up and comers who have made first team debuts and any one of those would add to our squad, especially Noble Okello (IMO). Ifunanyachi Achara is another candidate. He was drafted by TFC last year and got injured at the start of the season. He will be on the road to recovery now but may need time to get up to full fitness and a loan outside might be beneficial for all concerned. He also counts towards TFC's international spots (Nigerian) so if he is not likely to make first team appearances in 2021 they may want him off the books for a year. He looked really good in the one game he played (his professional debut where he scored and put in a MOTM performance) and his previous (non-professional) playing experience is also impressive. Biggest issue with some of these players might be work permits but now as ex-EU it might be possible? TFC also have an incredible academy (one of the best in North America) which is churning out a lot of players - good players - who might also be options. I am not too familiar with TFC II but Dante Campbell and Nyal Higgins seem the most ready to make the step up and maybe Jordan Peruzza.

Lots of options there in just one MLS team - permits permitting - multiply that by 26 teams and you can see its a pretty big pond that is largely unfished yet!