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He’s still in Ange’s plans and he does not want him to go out on loan although Turnbull is not happy about getting 10mins here and there at the end of games. There is interest from down south and further afield Germany and Italy so basically we have no chance.

And how do you know Dean hasn’t got a great engine? Point being made is getting him in the team regularly would be a start. Dress it up how you like, Allan Campbell had lengthy dips in form -persevered and tolerated mistakes when they inevitably happened - Dean hasn't really had the same opportunity, so plenty are unsure how good he is or could be.

I don't agree, but I would be happy to be proven wrong, you might have seen more of the boy than me....as regards Alan Campbell, I don't remember anyone saying they didn't rate him, I think we all could see he was a player with a great engine

Granted he has a created a few. However, his contribution over 90 minutes, week in week out is minimal. Last Saturday, for example, he was anonymous. Now thats fine if you're the kind of player who does all the dirty, unseen work like a young Keith Lasley, but he's not. He struggles to get up and down the park. He doesn't support KVV as he should and he's often posted missing in defence. In short, I can't see what he really brings to the team apart from the odd telling cross or pass. Probably a decent sort but not our required level.

Just curious, what's a flying anorak?

Like I say, revisionism. Think the misty eyed would’ve seen a transfer fee akin to the player they thought we had. The club nurtured in a different way, marketed the player and should realise an additional stream from his progress. The players’ character and worth ethic embellish the talent. Onto our player. The reason? Don’t know who you’ve been talking to, it certainly doesn’t align with those that matter. Has it ever occurred to you that he’s developed because he’s followed instructions to the letter? Gametime as mentioned won’t define him. Take the shackles off, get the balance right and there’s more chance it’ll pay dividends. Personally think it’s a forlorn hope, certainly as someone isn’t practising what he preached.

That's my view as well. To compare Campbell with Cornelius is not right. Some say Cornelius hasn't had chance but the question I ask is why hasn't he had chance? I sometimes pop up to watch training at Dalzell if I'm up that way and anytime I see a game at training slattery and goss really stand out. I know training is different but I'm certain hammell is well aware of Cornelius attributes and I'd imagine maybe even has a soft spot for him due to coming through academy but just doesn't see him as 1st team regular. Time will tell if he can kick on but he's 22 soon so next couple of years are huge for him. He loves club and for that reason alone he deserves more patience than others

There's always the chance that he may not fancy uprooting and heading down south or whatever. We can always live in hope.

I didn't say he didn't have an engine, that is probably one thing he does have, just don't see other attributes like clever passes or a goal threat ....but maybe he should get a run , to prove one way or the other Whatever we like to think Steven hammel is best placed to judge a player than any of us on here

Out of of all our midfielders I would say dean has the best engine by far,the game at Ibrox earlier this season showed that,where he chased them down at every opportunity.im surprised he hasn't had more of a chance,he definitely offers something different to the usual three that play,he would put himself about and get forward if that's what was asked of him,two things that were badly lacking in our team.im not saying he is the answer to all our problems but persisting with a midfield that are all taking out the game by one pass can't keep happening.

Been saying the same for a while. Needs a run of games. Was same last season when Alexander brought him in for the big games v old firm then next game back on bench.

I’ve watched Dean Cornelius since he broke into the first team and I firmly believe he is one of the best prospects we’ve got. However I don’t think the management team are of that view. They’ve had him into the side on a few occasions but they don’t seem to know what his best position is. Personally, I believe his best role is in midfield breaking up opposition moves - similar to the way Lennon and Brown did for Celtic. The other problem is that he needs a run in the team to enable him to settle and establish himself. This playing him in one game, out the next, used as a sub, not used as a sub is counter-productive for a young player. Define his role in the side, show belief and confidence in him and give him a decent run in the team to allow him to develop. How many people didn’t fancy Alan Campbell for a while? But he got all of the above and developed into a really good young player so much so he’s a mainstay in a team sitting just outside the play-off spots in the English Championship.

Spittal has 3 goals and 4 assists in the league this season, but there is no doubt that he is as slow as a week in the jail and he cannot tackle or put himself into a 50/50. https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/blair-spittal/leistungsdaten/spieler/251587

Yep, when Hammy came in it was all about giving youth a chance and he even brought young Spiers on in his first game in charge. Since then we have hardly seen any, I am really hoping he gives Max Johnston a run and I would give Lennon Miller a try even initially 25mins off the bench. I know folk always say we need experience but it's the experienced lads that have put us in this mess. Again I know folk will disagree but that's just my opinion. COYW

They've got to be good enough as well as young and energetic, if Cornelius goes on to an English Championship club , good luck to him , he's becoming better by not playing.

Young Cornelius might not be world class, but there's a good player in him. I don't think he's been given a fair chance given some other midfielders who get picked regardless. He's also not been played to his strengths. That's all down to management.

the article says theyve watched him several times , they wont be bidding anything based on what hes done so far... not saying there isnt a player there but hes done nothing to merit any interest yet. Agent pish.

The wife arrives there Wednesday morning. Get her signed up. She’s a bit slow but should be an improvement at CH.