Spiderpig Posted May 17 Report Share Posted May 17 40 minutes ago, Mad Dog said: Or maybe both while we're there. Two decent players available for free and for them they get to be part of the best footballing side in Scotland. I think we should trust in JBA and the recruitment ream to identify suitable targets that would enhance the team and the style we now play. We need to build on this seasons successes, so for me i hope there are no project signings, lets see what Daws and the data comes up with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Dog Posted May 17 Report Share Posted May 17 2 hours ago, Spiderpig said: I think we should trust in JBA and the recruitment ream to identify suitable targets that would enhance the team and the style we now play. We need to build on this seasons successes, so for me i hope there are no project signings, lets see what Daws and the data comes up with. Yep, totally agree. This'll be the first summer when I'm really not bothered about transfers. We may lose some important players, but they'll be replaced like-for-like. I'm confident that the club is in safe hands now and feel relaxed about it all. Looking forward to another good season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuwell2 Posted May 17 Report Share Posted May 17 If Ward goes then I’d expect another keeper as No1 with Matty staying as backup for another season but getting cup games. I do trust him but think at about 22 years old he would benefit from one more year as being backup. Defensively SOD & McGinn have been solid this year but age is against them so realistically replacements need to be sourced, although I think we have a couple of good options in the academy who might step up next season IF we make the group stage in Europe but aren’t ready for first team football week in week out. With Slattery leaving and probably one other midfielder being sold, I don’t think we can afford to lose another as it would decimate the the team with too many new midfielders coming in and trying to learn our system and new teammates while we try to get to the Conf. League group stage - there might be some sort of agreement that if we don’t qualify then another will be sold but who knows. Again we have a couple of options from the academy lads who played bit part roles this season and didn’t look out of place who should step up and get more game time next season to see if they will make it. Up front is where we need to be looking at urgently as with the amount of possession we’ve had this season the goal return is - in my opinion - lower than we should expect. This is not a criticism of the team but just my view as on the whole they’ve been terrific in their play and although I’m a fan of Maswanise he’s a bit hot and cold with a selfish attitude and not really a team player at times so I’d cash in while his stock is high and hope for an upgrade. Again I’d say that there are academy lads who can hopefully step up and play a part but it would be unfair to throw them in as mainstays. In all positions there’s also the possibility of loan deals but I think the club would prefer to sign our own players first and use loans if our signing targets fall through. Having said all that I’m sure the club have great plans for next season and I’m happy to wait and see. Relaxing summer for us all (hopefully) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelman1991 Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 Is it time to add Slatts to this thread? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 52 minutes ago, steelman1991 said: Is it time to add Slatts to this thread? If we're still paying him, he's still ours! Otherwise, agreed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuwell2 Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 1 hour ago, steelman1991 said: Is it time to add Slatts to this thread? Has VAR checked it’s ok for him to leave? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelman1991 Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 36 minutes ago, Stuwell2 said: Has VAR checked it’s ok for him to leave? He'll be fine providing he doesn't go down holding his face Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewelllfan Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 I'm expecting another massive turnover to be honest. I expect a mimimum of 8 (Before replacing outgoings) - 2 x CB (1 if Gordon is offered a contract) - LB - CM (Maybe not needed if Whyte is offered a contract0 - AMF - LW - ST - RW - Then replacements for any players sold out of Just, Maswanhise, Watt, Fadinger, Ward, Longelo, Hendry, Stamatepolous (1 Striker to replace last 2 is fine) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grizzlyg Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 Been the odd high.......loads of lows.....and a huge improvement needed. But enough about my comedy material.........🤪 Can honestly see us losing 4 or 5 that are currently under contract but the positive would be they go more good money as no way will club let them.go on the cheap. It puts us on sound financial footing and chance to invest on more gems in transfer window. However.....if JBA stays and wants to take us to next level then I can see players staying but I would look to cash Maswanhise in and hold fire on just till after World cup. Would love him to stay but we could really get serious money for him. COYW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Dog Posted May 18 Report Share Posted May 18 3 hours ago, grizzlyg said: Been the odd high.......loads of lows.....and a huge improvement needed. But enough about my comedy material.........🤪 Can honestly see us losing 4 or 5 that are currently under contract but the positive would be they go more good money as no way will club let them.go on the cheap. It puts us on sound financial footing and chance to invest on more gems in transfer window. However.....if JBA stays and wants to take us to next level then I can see players staying but I would look to cash Maswanhise in and hold fire on just till after World cup. Would love him to stay but we could really get serious money for him. COYW There was a high? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wellsince1976 Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Thats Slats away. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelman1991 Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 https://www.motherwellfc.co.uk/2026/05/19/callum-slattery-leaves-after-five-year-stay/ Slattery leaving confirmed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mccus28 Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Was expected but still gutting to see it actually happening Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted May 19 Author Report Share Posted May 19 Looks like it may be more family-related than anything else, going by the social posts. If he's got a kid and fancies being closer to family, then no one can grudge him that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelmaninOZ Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Good player and sorry to see him leave, but 5 years is a long stay in modern football. The rebuild is on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orinoco Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Glad he is moving outwith our game up here. Marked man and deserves better. We will miss him no doubt but someone else will just have to step up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texanwellfan Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Do we know where Slattery is going? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 23 minutes ago, texanwellfan said: Do we know where Slattery is going? The rumour was Oxford - which would make sense, as I believe his family is from there. Of course, there are other teams if you move a little further away from that city. London to the South East. Swindon (and Forest Green Rovers!) to the South West. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grizzlyg Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 1 hour ago, texanwellfan said: Do we know where Slattery is going? Think it was Majorca or Tenerife but not sure. Ahhhh.....you mean which club? 🤪🤪 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thewelllfan Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 So that's Slattery and Nicholson confirmed to be away. The only other OOC players we have are Gordon, Olly Whyte and Zach Robinson so assuming the retained list will be out shortly. With Welsh returning to Celtic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texanwellfan Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 4 minutes ago, thewelllfan said: So that's Slattery and Nicholson confirmed to be away. The only other OOC players we have are Gordon, Olly Whyte and Zach Robinson so assuming the retained list will be out shortly. With Welsh returning to Celtic. June 1st for the list? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
numpty Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 And there's yer Lukas Fadinger signed a 12 month extension. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fizoxy Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 1 minute ago, numpty said: And there's yer Lukas Fadinger signed a 12 month extension. That's awesome news, love the guy. https://www.motherwellfc.co.uk/2026/05/19/contract-extension-for-lukas-fadinger/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbybingo Posted May 19 Report Share Posted May 19 Great news. Was a wee bit worried they might get homesick with their new arrival. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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