DJXL 62 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Well isn't there just an air of optimism about the place?So on the assumption that we go back up to the SPL after this coming season (surely we must).Then who thinks we'll be able to immediately challenge Celtic the next season?I for one certainly do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterD 7,435 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Miles away Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJXL 62 Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 Miles awayWhy? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kris1984 1,271 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 I hope we compete but how can you say if we only have about 12 players at the moment, most of whom are shite, and no idea how we'll actually preform this year.I hope we turn it around but my head says we're years and millions of pounds away Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heshootshescores 1,905 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 I never thought there was any possibility of not getting straight back to SPL in successive seasons. But the nightmare scenario of simultaneously having the worst manager asst manager, CEO, etc. In the whole effing world was something that I had overlooked.Anyway normal service resumed.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJXL 62 Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 I hope we compete but how can you say if we only have about 12 players at the moment, most of whom are shite, and no idea how we'll actually preform this year.I hope we turn it around but my head says we're years and millions of pounds awayit is indeed very early days, but with the signings that have been made so far, I think it's obvious the new manager is starting now to build his team for the SPL and will continue over the next two windows.Also, each season, Celtic have had a worse team than what they had the previous season, and since long before we left the top flight.So come the time I don't think we're going to be the light years behind that everyone thinks we are. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueboy1 7 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 When we are back it will be harder than the normal because of deep hated feeling towards us. The football we play is going to be so crucial our new boss looks the part to deliver it and install winning mentality mcoist can only dream off Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidg53 4 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 it is indeed very early days, but with the signings that have been made so far, I think it's obvious the new manager is starting now to build his team for the SPL and will continue over the next two windows.Also, each season, Celtic have had a worse team than what they had the previous season, and since long before we left the top flight.So come the time I don't think we're going to be the light years behind that everyone thinks we are. and common sense tells me they are just waiting for us and they will invest again, something we need to be aware off Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJXL 62 Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 and common sense tells me they are just waiting for us and they will invest again, something we need to be aware offA thought that has crossed my mind, but could they really just be sitting there waiting, saving up the pennies, to spend big once we arrive back? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertContraband 282 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Lets just get this season started first. 2 centre backs signed so far. Should improve the team but theres still dead wood to get rid of and gems to be unearthed. Could be year 2 or 3 before were ready. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluepeter9 5,167 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 While I think the op is a bit early - there is a lot of rebuilding to do and to compete with them we will need to add some real quality and I suspect that will be a two to 3 year project at least - but Rangers fans will DEMAND we are competing at the top next season as I don't think we are a patient lot! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmcf 34,303 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Bit early yet in relation to the title , but in one to one I'm a lot more positive compared to the last time we faced them. I'd be looking for a Euro spot on our return. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
strikemaster 21 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 A thought that has crossed my mind, but could they really just be sitting there waiting, saving up the pennies, to spend big once we arrive back?I don't think they are saving the pennies to spend big, their wage bill must be huge already, buying wisely and selling on is what keeps them where they are, if we have the right management team (and I think we have) then we will go forward and challenge. big multi-million pound buys now are pie in the sky , the new man has his finger on the pulse of English football, all divisions , this is where we can reap the rewards. fingers crossed we get May, won the cup last year almost single - handed and has a good work rate as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RANGERST1LLADIE 33 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Can't answer that question until we see what we have this season and how they perform. Once we get back I would be happy with a top 6 finish but after that I want to be challenging Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gersandy 594 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Nowhere near ready. We'll win the league in either 17/18 or 18/19. I think we'll win an old firm match if were drawn them in a cup though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamFyfe 1,438 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 If we get the right players in we could challenge in 2-3 years I think Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeparateEntityMyArse 53,777 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 We really don't learn from mistakes do we?Last season it was a league win by Christmas. Win the league by 20 - 30 points.Now it's an automatic promotion and challenge the mhanks next season. Yes we have an exciting manager but he himself talks of it being a project. We have a core of about 14 from a squad too poor to get promoted. We have added a couple of players to this. Time, ivestment and transfer windows will help our progress and give us an idea of how much further we need to travel on the journey to be able to compete.Folk really need to look at the reality of the situation, the HUGE task ahead even to get us playing decent winning football, and just how much work needs done even to get us out of this division. Confidence is one thing but I can't help but feel it is lacking a reality of the situation, and one which will add unnecessary burden on MW plans to overhaul the whole footballing ethos of the club.Kind of like the pressure put on England to win competitions which builds and builds and only causes (anticipated) meltdown when it (as anticipated) fails. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaudrupsPatrickBoots 13,510 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Well isn't there just an air of optimism about the place?So on the assumption that we go back up to the SPL after this coming season (surely we must).Then who thinks we'll be able to immediately challenge Celtic the next season?I for one certainly do.Never assume.One step at a time thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Reynolds 3,359 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Lets get out of this division first Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElBufalo20 7,906 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Far too early for that. And I genuinely believe the tarriers are waiting for us to come back up before they start spending a lot of money. Think that's why they just keep getting loan players just now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Educator 1,572 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 A thought that has crossed my mind, but could they really just be sitting there waiting, saving up the pennies, to spend big once we arrive back?It'll just make it all the better when we turn over their team of ghlacyicos then won't it. They cheat, they steal, the truth they never will reveal, why would we have any fear of that lot? For every £10 they spend we could spend £2 and still be superior to them in every possible way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
one55 1,510 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Don't think we'll manage first season back. maybe not even second. It's still a long way to go. I'm just focusing on this season. We'll worry about the teams up there when we get there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlBear. 8,499 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 The dream is to put them back in their place at the first time of asking, couldn't describe the pride that would give me.Unless that dream becomes mathematically impossible, that should be our aim. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterD 7,435 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 Why?Because I don't live in fantasy land.Our team as it stands will do well to win The Championship never mind challenge for the top league.We have a long way to go. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eejay the dj 31,964 Posted June 30, 2015 Share Posted June 30, 2015 Well isn't there just an air of optimism about the place?So on the assumption that we go back up to the SPL after this coming season (surely we must).Then who thinks we'll be able to immediately challenge Celtic the next season?I for one certainly do. Up to this point we have signed two young players costing us nothing .I'm excited that we will be better than last few years .Nothing more .Just not getting this over confidence stuff regards being able to compete with top sides Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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