Celtic Rumours Archive May 18 2012

18 May 2012 21:58:44
hi ed havint posted in ages mate but still read regular!Was just wondering if there would be any chance of signin xherdan shaqiri from basel. Looks a class act, I mite be dreaming but how much would basel be lookin for?

Celticthomas {Ed007's Note - Shaqiri is joining Bayern Munich for next season Thomas. The fee was undisclosed but it was between 10-15 million Euros.}

Cheers ed I wasnt aware of that, looks like I was dreamin lol, class wee player, always destined for a big club. Keep up the good work mate!

Celticthomas {Ed007's Note - Thanks mate. He is a fantastic player, definitely one to watch out for in the next few years. All the 'big' clubs were watching him but his CL performances this season made Bayern get in quick to sign him.}

18 may 2012 21:13:17
ed ,tou have prob heard this rumour but i have just got it from a good and trusted sourse that the bbc prog about murray and co on wed the one he tryed to put a injunction on has got evidance of fergus mccanns phone be hacked in to by a private detective plus other shocking revalations have you heard any thing or am i getting this as old news ,jodrok {Ed007's Note - The content of the show has been speculated over for a few days now.}

"ed ,tou"
Brutus
Hee hee
Nevis

Dont take the biss iv got a speach inpedament ,sorry ed 'tou for swearing

Think itl be the end for them after this programme goes out. police should then make arrests. also uefa should boot them out once and for all

If there is any truth in this and if it can be proven the authorities can start warming a billet at HMP for certain members of that failed and failing institution. Absolutely shocking report but I will keep my powder dry until we know more. This sort of thing goes to the heart of our freedoms and all which we should hold dear Sopot Celt.

Surely if the bbc have information concerning a crime being commited then surely they have a legal and moral obligation to disclose it to the police immediately?

One lot of bull. Just Celtic fans making up utter nonsense......as usual.

TTG

I doubt this story has any substance. The basis for tapping would be to outbid Celtic for players. Two things though. Would you really need to tap someones phone to outbid them. Agents etc play clubs off against each other all the time so the information on bid would be available to Murray. Seocndly, he is a risk taker but even he would unlikley take that big a risk even if there was a slither of benefit in it. He was in full splash the cash mode back then and would surely have just spent a bit extra. IMO Celtic wont feature in this documentary - it will more than likely not shed a whole lot of extra info than we already know

18 May 2012 20:15:51
sorry ed was snowed under at work.
i asked how you would review the season now the dust has settled , at the beginning of it i would have snapped your hand off for a title win but ended up disappointed not to win the double or treble . the killie loss was not as bad as the hearts one which was very bad , both results imo were down to bad luck and bad tactics on neils part . in europe after a bad start i thought we played very well against some very good teams . overall i think neil still has alot to prove and would only give him 6.5 out of 10 for this season ,fab1 {Ed007's Note - I did answer you mate??? We won't mention that you have added a wee 0.5 point to your assessment :-)

www.celticrumours.co.uk/celtic-rumours/celticrumours8210.php

Sorry ed never seen it will go look for it now ,fab1 {Ed007's Note - No worries Fab}

Thanks ed i must have added the .5 for getting the best out of sammy in some games but not a full point coz i still dont think he plays and rests (for want of a better word )him at the right times,your right about europe that was a very tough group we got and we played really well for the most part , still love the big euro nights in paradise maybe even more than the of games.fab1

If you did not find it, ed gave him 8 which I think is a fair reflection

18 May 2012 19:35:18
Hi Ed,
I posted a few days ago about the keeper situation and my thoughts on cudicini as a pos replacement for big fraser, now I'd like the big man to stay but there's stalling tactics at play by the agent so he obviously thinks he's got an ace up his sleeve, and that's fine but perhaps we should be publicly looking for other options, now I know u say you expect gordon to be number 2 choice... But let's look at the facts, the mans had some bad injuries over the last 5 yrs, the worst in my opinion being broken wrists, now whilst I'm no doctor I can't for 1 minute believe you could ever have as strong a wrist again after a break (maybe I'm wrong?) So I think we should be looking elsewhere, now a few names.. Fabianski (perhaps a little short but good experience for 1 so young), Sorrenson, pletikosa (albeit probs won't wanna come back after last years debacle)and maybe even 1 last go at given (although I doubt we could make him a good enough offer). With regards other targets for outfield positions, defence ; I think we'll sign loovens back up and cha will go to germany, possibly mills will sign up. Midfield; in all honesty unless we lose a mainstay we won't sign anyone unless henriksen deal is goer, attackers; I've gt no inkling of where NL is going on that 1, commanding forward who does something our current strikeforce don't (bully defenders)
what do you think Ed?

HH
pfb79

I know its a bit pie in the sky but think fulham have had a bid of 4m accepted for rhodes , would love to see him at celtic , wages might be high , but if im a very very good bhoy uncle dermot, fab1

What about Westwood for keeper?

Jungle Bhoy.

Westwood's a great keeper, but after gordon leaving they wont let him go

18 May 2012 18:48:20
Celtic manager Neil Lennon has admitted that threats against his safety led him to think about giving it all up.

The former Northern Ireland international revealed the extent of his recent difficulties in an interview with Real Radio phone-in host Peter Martin, to be aired on Monday evening.

Lennon was the focus of a high-profile court case earlier this year, which saw two men, Trevor Muirhead and Neil McKenzie, jailed for five years for conspiring to assault him.

The men targeted Lennon by sending parcel bombs to Celtic Park and the club's training ground.

During the trial Lennon told the court he was left "very disturbed" by the incident.

The period was a particularly traumatic one for the Celtic boss as his friend, fellow target Paul McBride QC, died just days before he was due to give evidence at the trial.

Lennon was a pall bearer at McBride's funeral in Glasgow and admits the stress of events led him to wonder whether it was all worth it.

He said: "I had a real difficult time when Paul McBride passed away.

"And there was a spell where, on the Monday it was Paul's funeral and then on the Tuesday I had to go and give evidence in the court case and that was a real tough, tough spell.

"At times you think: is it worth it? You know, all these things that happen to you."

Asked if he had considered quitting, Lennon replied: "Yeah. I mean at the end of the day, your personal safety is in jeopardy or you feel it's in jeopardy.

"I was always well briefed by the police and the intelligence officers, so that gave me a lot of comfort through those times but you're just thinking: is it worth living here?

"You know, I love Glasgow. I love the environment. It's been my home for a long, long time.

"But there is an element to it that lets the city down, you know, lets the country down and the sooner we can eradicate that - but it's got to come from the home.

"It's got to come from the families and it's all right pointing the finger at schools and this, that and the other, (but) you know as parents we have a responsibility to bring your kids up in the right way."

Jungle Bhoy.

Totally agree , everyone should be able to go about their jobs without being threatened / chased off a football park as well as their integrity being called into question every time results don't go a certain way. {Ed007's Note - I know mate. That carry-on at Tynecastle last year was a shambles, hopefully next year NL will be able to concentrate on the footballing side of things.}

18 May 2012 17:50:12
Would love for Celtic to sign up Ivan Klasnic, on a free just now after being released, could easy do us a job.

I was gona post that myself,, sweet left foot

On the Wolves forum that he was spotted there yesterday.. Good player tho.

18 May 2012 17:19:08
although we have forrest out on the right what would people think of a cheeky bit for newcastles obertan would bring great pace and skill to the team as he is out of favour. wages would be a problem but what do u guys think

Obertan is possibly the worst footballer I have ever seen

DG81

18 May 2012 16:53:37
Just seen there Grant Holt handed in a transfer request. Realistically, even with the lure of the Champions League, dose anyone think there's a feint glimmer of hope of him coming to Paradise.

Got to be a must signing, just what we need to play along side hooper.

Conroy777

Would love to see him up here. I would think that he already know's where he is going though.

Grant Holt knows he only has one chance left at the big time. Celtic would be a great choice for him as (in my opinion) he will not get into the starting line up of any of the top six EPL teams. Most likely a team like Aston Villa will sign him and he can enjoy coming 9th every single season. Besides, I have no illusions of grandeur about celtic, but surely we could get someone like Holt?!?! Back in old money, he would be considered decent at best.

18 May 2012 16:28:35
What's up with sightings page again ed?Not been updated for few weeks.

Jungle Bhoy. {Ed007's Note - That should be it. We have changed it so that I can post pics instead of them going to the geek squad first. I wasn't getting the alerts that anything was posted. That should be it sorted now.}

Cheers mate.

JB

18 May 2012 16:14:41
So James McFadden has been released by Everton. Whilst he is capable of the odd moment of magic I personally don't think he would bring anything new to our squad. Is it worth a shot for a season or should we avoid him like our neighbour avoid tax bills? Scotty Bhoy

Not worth it , it another Freddy and Michael Owen would be the same best stay with going for youth

I would take him as a back up winger and no more.

18 May 2012 14:06:30
Celtic are interested in Maor Melikson of Wisla Krakow, who is a midfielder. I believe this is the Plan B, if the Henriksen deal does not materialise.

Celtic have been watching him for a long time. Looks to be a very decent no 10 but I think he is 27(?) which might be a bit old for Lenny.

Mac

18 May 2012 13:28:08
Had one of those "I told you so!" moments with the whole rudnevs story, was recommending him in August! Got a Polish friend who supports Lech Poznan who rants and raves about him but I didnt think he'd go as cheap as £3million...anyway, I think it at least shows a bit of ambition from the board, dont you think ed?

Danjam {Ed007's Note - It shows the board are willing to back the manager in the transfer market, whether it is using the overdraft or selling a player to fund the spending, it is still the club's money being spent. The only problem is getting players to move to Scotland.}

Clearly I did sign it ed, haha

Danjam {Ed007's Note - I moved it up for you Dan, see how nice a guy I am :-)

18 May 2012 12:38:52
Well done GARY CALDWELL voted Wigan player of the year !
Wonder if he would come back up the road?

Hope u mean for a visit n not to sign lol

daviebhoy08

No thanks

I hope you mean just for a visit...any more of that stuff your on left? ....col

Your aff your heed wanting him back mate. He couldn't go a full game without making a daft mistake that cost us a goal or a penalty. Found out big time at Champions League level. He gets away with a few of those blunders at wigan because thats there standard. No thanks

F@@k no, the og specialist, Never forget the benfica game where he basicly shafted us on his own, hated our time with the two chuckle brothers at the back, him an mick never filled me with confidence.

Gary Caldwell or BIG DAN

Haha love it (the chuckle brothers) well said. dont know why anyone would want him back here anyway. well done player of the year at wigan. surprised malonay didnt get it for playing in the last 8 or 9 lol

I was at the benfica game in Lisbon when caldwell had a nightmare, we pumped them 3 nil only a few weeks before at paradise, nope wigan can keep him!! johnbhoy79

18 May 2012 11:21:55
I see Ivan Klasnic has left Bolton, think he could fill that target man role for us. Not the greatest scoring record at Bolton but has international experience and may find it easier in the SPL.
Also wanted to say to all the eds, I love the no nonsense approach you have to stupidity and idiotic posts. Too many sites pussy around people that spout bile and nonsense but they are always firmly put in their place here and it is a pleasure visiting the site. Ive been a long time visiter but very rarely post my thoughts but i am looking forward to sharing my views with all the other Celtic fans here. Guys like Jungle Bhoy, Timalloy, Wee Pat and many more make it worthwhile having a look every day so guys I look forward to sharing my views and having some banter with you all.

Scotty Bhoy {Ed007's Note - Welcome to the site Scotty.}

Scotty Bhoy, welcome aboard we all like a bit of banter, and you can now be Wee Pat's official interpreter ha ha, join in the banter and give us your views and jokes (not too good but ha ha) one little point don't ask Evinguu his opinion or we will all be here until next week LOL Timalloy

I will bear that in mind Timalloy. Wee pat certainly has a way with words, I often have to get my granda to translate it for me though as he is Glaswegian and is familiar with the lingo...lol! Scotty Bhoy

Klasnic -NO.
Easier in spl? We've enough quality for that, it's a better player we want n need for Europe. Whether that be cl or Europa

Hail Hail Scotty Bhoy,welcome mate.|Just remember when you post to leave your name.Makes it easier for us to interact with you.Sometimes with Wee Pats posts i think you need to hold a mirror against it so you can read it.

Jungle Bhoy.

Thanks for the advice JB. Wee Pat does have a vivid imagination, sure makes for some quality reading. Scotty Bhoy

So ah wiz behind aw the rest speshully wee timbo cmon mate wee pat is a leg end
sined wee pat

Wee pat I am learning very quickly that your posts are the stuff of legends, I look forward to trying to decipher them! Scotty Bhoy

18 May 2012 10:52:49
Silly season starting again, lots of names being thrown around but I think the priority is trimming the squad down before adding more quality to it. Got a feeling Forster is holding out for an EPL team, Boruc or Gordon would be great acquisitions for us but what one would my fellow buoys pick if you could choose? This Norwegian lad Henriksen from Rosenberg looks good, box to box midfielder and decent scoring record from the middle of the park but do we need another midfielder? Brown, Ledley, Wanyama, Kayal, Ki, Commons, Forrest and Samaras all played in that midfield during the last season and there is real quality in there. Rumours of bids for Ki gathering pace and can only imagine Henriksen coming in should we lose one. The main priority for me is a striker and commanding centre back, one of of work mates is a massive reading fan and reckons Matt Mills would stroll through the SPL but in my opinion we need somebody older and experienced to bring out the best in our younger CB's. A name I have heard a few times is Matthew Upson, don't know where he is playing just now or what is fitness is like (perhaps you could help there ed?). Up top we are still crying out for something extra, I would love to see Jordan rhodes in the hoops but can't see us getting involved in a bidding war and i think it is a target man we need. Somebody that can bully the opposition and put his head on the ball, if only big bad John was in his prime! Marko Janko is would be ideal but costly. Jay Bothroyd got very little playing time at QPR, a load deal may suit both sides and he has the presence. What are all your thoughts for possible signings this summer?

Scotty Bhoy

Scotty Bhoy I agree with you about Henriksen, from all accounts a decent midfielder, and yes Forster looks like he wants EPL so bring in Gordon, as he is a free we save the £2m we would have used on Forster. I think Ki will go if we get a decent offer, he wants European football in spain, looks like about 7 or 8 players will leave, freeing their wages also.Bothroyd I am not so sure about, what about Rodalega again a free so no transfer fee, and all we then need is a big solid centre half.. Timalloy

Also agree mate apart from Bothroyd, he had his chance to come and turned us down for the money and a season on the bench at relegation fighting QPR. Clown. I like the Rodallega chat. He would be brilliant at the celts, im sure of it.

Rodallega would do a great job for us thus for sure, what kind of price could we expect to pay for that kind of player though? Scotty Bhoy {Ed007's Note - He is available on a free transfer Scotty.}

Thinks lots of people forget, jordan rhodes is about 6ft 1

Rodallega would be a very good signing but there'd be no shortage of competition for his signature. the only concern i'd have is that we now play very similar football to wigan, same shape etc, and he struggled to adapt to it. i'm sure he'd score goals for fun in the spl though. hendriksen would be a first class signing in my opinion, haven't seen a lot of him apart from the usual youtubes but he seems much more what we need as opposed to say ki. a fit matthew upson this time 3 years ago would have been superb but he's far too injury prone - we need a settled defence and somebody who'll be a virtual ever present like mulgrew has been. i think matt mills would be a step in the right direction but he hasn't played for months and we've seen what sort of effect that can have on a player with kelvin wilson. i live on teesside and go to watch boro games now and then as well, rhys williams is head and shoulders above the rest of the team and would also do a decent job in defence for us i reckon, he missed the run in for boro with injury but he's been one of the stand out championship defenders/midfielders in what's basically been a poor team for the last 2 seasons. would be great to get somebody with european experience though, have seen talk of carragher but honestly he's been utterly brutal for a couple of years now and has absolutely no pace.

I wouldn't mind Carragher,give us the experience at the back for Europe.It would allow the younger defenders to learn from him also.

Jungle Bhoy.

18 May 2012 07:59:00
I think we should make a bid for Jordan Rhodes. He's been on Celtic's radar for a while and is on the verge of a move to Fulham however it would be good business to sign him for Celtic as the asking price is around £3.5 million which is a steal for someone with his strike rate.

Jordan Rhodes would be a much, much better option than Leon Best. Compare their strike rates...

JORDAN RHODES:
71 goals in 122 games = 58% strike rate (excellent).

LEON BEST:
52 goals in 219 games = 24% strike rate (poor).

Anything over 50% is incredible and very, very rare !

Jordan Rhodes is playing in League 1 though

18 May 2012 00:26:09
Celtic looking at out of favour Wigan forward Hugo Rodallega in a £2.5 million swoop. This money will be taken straight from that received from a £6 million transfer that will see Ki-Sung-Yeung going to either Liverpool or Newcastle.

Celtic also preparing a bid for Marcus Henrikson of Rosenborg in the region of £3 million.

Talk around Parkhead officials is that Artur Boruc could be returning to Celtic in a £2 million deal.

Also, Yakubu and Michael Owen could be joining on free transfers.

Rodallega and Boruc are both free transfers why pay money

Stupid rumour.
I thought Rodallega is on a bosman ? Plus he would want 25k per week's easily.
Yakubu and Owen would be on similar to that.
Boruc isn't likely to come back for less than 20k per week and the kid Henriksen will be on at least 10k per week. That in addition to Gary Hooper wanting 25k per week. That's an extra 6m or so in wages per year and leaves us with 8 strikers in the first team, not including Rassmussen and co. Plus why would Liverpool be signing Ki when they don't even have a manager yet. Nonsense.

Henrikson and Boruc is the only 2 names i'd take there,maybe Yakubu at a push.

Jungle Bhoy.

I'd be ok with most of that. Wouldn't take Owen purely because of his ages and we badly need to spend on a cb. I think matt mills would be a good buy.
Nickybhoy

Rodellega and Boruc are out of contract ,
Owen will not be coming , he's never fit and not sure about Yakubu , like the look of Henriksen though .

Now let's see, which part of the post is P*sh....that's right...ALL OF IT!! Especially Michael Owen, stop the glue-sniffing FFS...

Iain

We will be after a bit more than £6m for KI.....Lenny valued him at £10m last season and i don't see us moving far from that valuation £8-£10m for me.

Sounds like somebody likes there football manager a bit to much

Is boruc and roda not free transfers ed? also owen? no way mate wil we see him. sure we might aswel sell all our strikers get yakubu, rodalegga, owen and sure put an offer for drogba. yakubu the one i want anyway outa all that. quality striker who wil score loads if the attitude is right. think he wil discover the form which made him fans favourite at pompey.

mon the hoops, feed the yak {Ed007's Note - Boruc has a year left on his Fiorentina contract. Rodallega is out of contract though.}

Interesting post, I hear the MO rumour may have legs...lets hope his have not gone! Its been obvious for weeks that there are going to be many departures so there will be a big release or freeing up of these previous salaries. A bit harsh to label the post stupid...perhaps amusing, but then perhaps there is some truth here and some merit. I hope at least one of the names mentioned comes to be realised. Sopot Celt

Leon Best, Matt Mills, Markus Henriksen and Paul Dixon would do me.

Rodellega goals at wigan per year 3,10,13 ,2 , ,,,,,,deep river bhoy

Can't see us paying yak or Owen wages , wouldn't want Owen anyways , the rest of the post makes sense although I think the holy goalie would want more wages

Did this rumour come straight from the looney farm? I think the ed's got enough crackpots to deal with!! Really ed how do you do this job putting up with idiots like this?

BNB {Ed007's Note - This isn't a job lol It is a hobby, none of us Eds get paid for doing this.}