Signings you would like.

**bluewhitearmy** · 19/10/2012, 2:11 PM

As the title says really. Where do you think we need strengthening? Any particular players you would like to see signed? Anyone worth taking from the First Division?

**Jofspring** · 19/10/2012, 4:23 PM

Defense, upfront and on the wing. Midfield is were we are strongest but I still wouldn't mind seeing either Shane Duggan or Lee Lynch signing. Duggan still has a year left on his contract though as far as I know.

Defense will probably be one of the hardest places to fill. Evan McMillan, Graham Gartland, Ger O Brien and Kenny Browne could all be good options.

Would like to see Daryl Kavanagh back. He has nice skill and pace with the premier suiting him better than the first division did. Mark Griffin would be a good signing from Dundalk or Kieran Marty Waters from Bray also.

From the first division the only names that stand out for me would be Sean Maguire, Danny Furlong and Ciaran Coll. We were linked a few years back with Ciaran Coll and if he came in at left full it would allow Shane to move future up the field and really strengthen our options at left full.

It would be nice to see some more of the under 19's starting to get a chance. They are more than capable of playing football and where better than the premier as they will have a little more time on the ball and space to play with.

It will be interesting to see when the transfer list comes out who exactly is out of contract of available for a move. There is always a surprise or two on that list.

**thomas72** · 19/10/2012, 4:42 PM

Sean mcguire from waterford would be my no1 target best young player in the country with the potential to be the best striker in the country.

Shane duggan brilliant midfielder and a limerick man ability to create alot of goals great engine heard he could be coming.

Need two good centre halfs aswell with pace that is or weak link

**nigel-harps1954** · 19/10/2012, 5:07 PM

Originally Posted by Jofspring

From the first division the only names that stand out for me would be Sean Maguire, Danny Furlong and Ciaran Coll. We were linked a few years back with Ciaran Coll and if he came in at left full it would allow Shane to move future up the field and really strengthen our options at left full.

Just signed a new contract at Harps. Absolutely wonderful player and an all round lovely young fella. Will be a major player for Harps next season and at 21 has many years ahead of him. Set to make his 100th Harps appearance next season too which is fantastic for a lad his age.

In my opinion, the best left back in the First Division and in the top 5 in the League of Ireland. A younger version of Jonathan Minnock.

**Jofspring** · 19/10/2012, 5:20 PM

Originally Posted by nigel-harps1954

Just signed a new contract at Harps. Absolutely wonderful player and an all round lovely young fella. Will be a major player for Harps next season and at 21 has many years ahead of him. Set to make his 100th Harps appearance next season too which is fantastic for a lad his age.

In my opinion, the best left back in the First Division and in the top 5 in the League of Ireland. A younger version of Jonathan Minnock.

Clubs seem to be getting a little smarter when it comes to tying down players early for the following season. At least it means there is better continuity in the teams. We have tied a few players down for a while now with some tied down since last season.

**bluewhitearmy** · 19/10/2012, 5:46 PM

Originally Posted by Jofspring

Defense, upfront and on the wing. Midfield is were we are strongest but I still wouldn't mind seeing either Shane Duggan or Lee Lynch signing. Duggan still has a year left on his contract though as far as I know.

Defense will probably be one of the hardest places to fill. Evan McMillan, Graham Gartland, Ger O Brien and Kenny Browne could all be good options.

Would like to see Daryl Kavanagh back. He has nice skill and pace with the premier suiting him better than the first division did. Mark Griffin would be a good signing from Dundalk or Kieran Marty Waters from Bray also.

From the first division the only names that stand out for me would be Sean Maguire, Danny Furlong and Ciaran Coll. We were linked a few years back with Ciaran Coll and if he came in at left full it would allow Shane to move future up the field and really strengthen our options at left full.

It would be nice to see some more of the under 19's starting to get a chance. They are more than capable of playing football and where better than the premier as they will have a little more time on the ball and space to play with.

It will be interesting to see when the transfer list comes out who exactly is out of contract of available for a move. There is always a surprise or two on that list.

Would love to sign 2 if not all 3 of them would be very exciting to watch..... I think we will end up with Kav being honest. How realistic the other 2 are i don't know i would say one of the big Dublin teams will be after Marty Waters. McMillan would be a good shout for a centre back. wouldn't mind trying to get someone like Davoren or Ian Bermingham for left back but doubt we could get them.

**nigel-harps1954** · 19/10/2012, 6:25 PM

Originally Posted by Jofspring

Clubs seem to be getting a little smarter when it comes to tying down players early for the following season. At least it means there is better continuity in the teams. We have tied a few players down for a while now with some tied down since last season.

We have 5 of the current squad signed to contracts for either one or two years and a few more to be tied down in the next week or two.

Peter Hutton said today that he believes most of the current squad is more than capable of pushing for the title next season and with the signings of 2 or 3 more players, he believes that is a realistic goal for next season.

It's pretty refreshing to say the least.

For yourselves, I believe your current squad with 2 or 3 players added is well good enough for the top half of the Premier.

What you do need though, is a new manager. Scully is not the man to lead you anywhere above the bottom 3.

**bluewhitearmy** · 19/10/2012, 6:35 PM

Originally Posted by nigel-harps1954

We have 5 of the current squad signed to contracts for either one or two years and a few more to be tied down in the next week or two.

Peter Hutton said today that he believes most of the current squad is more than capable of pushing for the title next season and with the signings of 2 or 3 more players, he believes that is a realistic goal for next season.

It's pretty refreshing to say the least.

For yourselves, I believe your current squad with 2 or 3 players added is well good enough for the top half of the Premier.

What you do need though, is a new manager. Scully is not the man to lead you anywhere above the bottom 3.

Very harsh imo... Didn't do too poorly first year up with Rovers.

**Minesapint** · 19/10/2012, 6:44 PM

Originally Posted by bluewhitearmy

Very harsh imo... Didn't do too poorly first year up with Rovers.

bluewhitearmy have i converted you, we agree for the first time.

**Minesapint** · 19/10/2012, 6:45 PM