The general reaction to reports that a £1m bid has been received for Leigh Griffiths is that the figure undervalues the player. Early in the season the story was different. Leigh, who joined in January last year, was behind new arrivals John Guidetti and Stefan Scepovic. His perceived value was close to zero, alongside most players sitting on the bench or in the stand.
We were panicked on 31 August last year. Having signed Amido Balde and Teemu Pucki a year earlier we were desperately short of a striker, the arrival of Scepovic, then Guidetti was cause for celebration. Neither brought much to the club, we would have been better, with more money available for the next window, if we’d prioritised Leigh and given chances to a youth player.
If Celtic choose to sell Leigh this summer, it will not be for £1m. He’s worth much more than that, probably more than Leeds United can afford. He’s under contract, first choice and scoring goals. But Celtic will also put a great deal of effort into recruiting a striker in the coming weeks.
There are no guarantees Leigh will get an extended run in the team next season. Celtic should sell players at peak value, when they have reached the point they are no longer developing, before they become an overhang on resources. Leigh is probably at peak value, and unlikely to further develop, but he’s no overhang. That scenario won’t happen until a couple of new pretenders have proven they are better fits than Balde, Pukki, Scepovic and Guidetti.
Keep an eye on Frank McGarvey’s 1985 Scottish Cup Final shirt, which is being auctioned to benefit Maryhill Food Bank. It closes just before 8pm tonight.
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Gerry, Don’t get the thing about Aiden. He obviously was a Catholic, I think the Cardinal officiated at his Funeral.
corkcelt
23:13 on 17 May, 2015
My geography is rubbish, I know for a fact anywhere near Milford I will not have to worry about digs. But I would prefer just too enjoy and appreciate the occasion have already said to Clogher & co m good lady and we yon are hid g it as a history lesson which it is for me as well
jamesgang
Yep. Captained them as a 17 year old under manager Alex Ferguson, then returned to captain them to win the Scottish Cup in 1987 under Alex Smith.
Lost his wee 6 year old bhoy to leukaemia over thirty years ago.
His book is dedicated to the wee man.
Gerry, There is a Milford in Limerick and there is a Milford in Donegal. I suspect you are talking about Milford in Donegal. I think I’m closer to Glasgow then I am to Donegal. Certainly I’d get to Glasgow quicker any way.
corkcelt
23:22 on 17
Apologies for any wrongdoing but as s youngster in ML5 we were told he wasn’t a catholic,not that his religion mattered !
corkcelt
23:28 on 17 May, 2015
Donegal our surname is Shields, as a wee bhoy my father told me they had to put a D in our surname to get a job, he then called me Gerard Hugh Patdick ???? I don’t see many D’s in there !
Ah at least we know the rules now. A handball by a defender once the ball has crossed the goal line is a yellow as the goal had already been allowed.
This decision was made despite Craig Thomson having two players in front of him and without the assistance of extra officials.
Our game is in good hands eh?
No wrongdoing at all Gerry but I’m pretty certain Cardinal O’Fiach officiated at his funeral. In any case I’m certain he was a Catholic from a Catholic family, youngest son of a family of 6.
Rwe
I grew up in Paisley at the time.a really decent man.
If memory serves some bassas burgled his house when his son’s funeral was in progress. How low can you get?
Night pal
HH jamesgang
Canny do the link thing but
Charlie @ the Bhoys Yommy Burns tribute is magic !
art of war
23:34 on 17 May, 2015
Before I knew CQN I knew of your good self
Hail Hail
BSR
I try too in the main, but sometimes, you have got to say something, more for masel than anything else, need to keep the hundar tuned in :-)
HH
Sleep well Timland, off to Granada in the morn, taking the young wan to look for a job, she wants to come back to Spain, the past week here has been enough, reckon she has a good chance, but if not, she has a job to go back to.
KTF
Great name Gerry, knew a few lads of that name over the years all hailing from the North. All good Republicans. T’would be great to meet up but I tend not to plan too far ahead. If I can get up to meet ye, I will. In the meantime I’m off to my leaba. Early start for Golf in the morning. Goodnight & God Bless.
corkcelt
23:35 on 17 May, 2015
I love my faith, I question it daily but for me it’s better having it than not having it, I liove my wee 6yr old asking me questions that I can’t answer but my answer is always the same “why not” being a catholic will never harm you,might not help you but it gives you s good grounding
Gerry, how you doing mucker and how is the good lady doing?
Just clearing up after the wee mhan nose bleeding all over the bathroom…like a scene fae Psycho.
The Green Man
I seem to remember a certain Mr Larsson was a free transfer to FCB. So he must have been shoite by your reckoning?
Also Craig Gordon doesn’t fit the profile of a Scottish player Celtic picked up and improved, he left Hearts for a British record fee, technically he hasn’t improved at Celtic(apart from possibly his distribution based on RD preferences for his keepers). He better fits the other profile that RD referred to – players who may need some rehabilitation due to injury, loss of form or lack of games.
Weans asking questions that you canny answer……
Where does the flame on a match go when you blow it out ?
Where does the itch go after you scratch it ?
Try telling a 4 year old something that they understand !
HH
KTF
Enjoy your golf corkcelt
Remonn Gornley was a special bhoy, touched the hearts of many
By the way, if SFTB about, I regret harsh words said in beerdom. I’m usually better than that but when vexed can lash oot! No excuse but sorry for offence caused.
Raemonn Gormley = Thai Tims
Gerry- that bhoys death was felt badly in this house. Thai Tims made me smile again.
art of war
23:45 on 17 May, 2015
Magic “talking” to you last night good stuff interacting with a good Celtic man
The Dodgers are leading three to nothing over the Giants ..
RadioKaosCSC :)
AOW
I am watching the Thai Tims right now, Raemom Gormley was a good life taken by a bam, the Thai Tims are magic but that young bhoy should still be here !
Gerry- it’s good to talk! :-)
Carefull with…the Dodgers? Is that another name for the tax dodgers??
Gerry, I’m off to watch the Thai Tims…good for the soul.
Our own independent nuclear deterrent to help keep the peace .
This is the crap we were learning ..
TheWicked WitchThatcherIsDeadCSC ..
The tide is turning :)
art of war
00:00 on 18 May, 2015 …
Dunno mate .. Am pished :)
Like a wee bit a Stone Roses :)
Hi Gerry,
We are going to ask the Dublin based Celtic fans for help. No promises.
The Irish B and Bs are good.
Try the B and Bs on the northside.
I can send you a few possibles tomorrow.
HH,
Martin
Don’t we aw want to be adored :)
art of war
00:00
Good night & God bless
Tommy Burns
Tommy don’t despair because wee Jinky waits for you up there ….
Tommy Twists, Tommy Turns ..
Mind when he went mental from the sidelines .. When we booted the Russians oot the CL ..
What a man .. Never be forgotten.
clogher celt
00:07 on 18 May, 2015
It’s cool, willinging to pay what we have too, not looking for any cheap optoon, I am happy enough that Mrs GFTB & Young Emilyfaethebrig are up for if, the wee blades middle name is Grace after Miss Gifford so to visit the history will be pretty amazing
I’m probably miles behind on this one….
Just seen the Celtic Timeline banners going up at Celtic Park…
Wonderful idea!
Gerry,
Fair play, I will do what I can for you all.
Look at B and B’s though.
If you are coming book early.
If you need any help send me a mail, dublin2016@mail.com