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Jim O’Brien

Discussion in 'City Talk' started by Dubai bantam, Sep 13, 2018.

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  1. Dubai bantam

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    signed on a short term contract
     
    #1 Dubai bantam, Sep 13, 2018
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    radford City have completed the signing of midfielder Jim O’Brien.

    The former Celtic and Motherwell player, who has previously enjoyed spells in England with Coventry, Scunthorpe, Shrewsbury and Barnsley, has agreed a short-term contract with the club.

    O’Brien, 30, will be a Bantam until at least the end of December and signs following a successful trial period under head coach David Hopkin.

    The ex-Ross County man said: “I am really excited to be officially joining the club, it is something I have been working towards for a while.

    “I have had to be patient but the gaffer is happy with where I am at fitness-wise and they believe I can add something to the team.

    “This is a massive club and it is a real privilege to be here. The fanbase is fantastic and I will give my all.

    “It is a relatively short-term deal, so I have an opportunity to earn a longer-team contract.

    “When you play for a big club there is always pressure. But I am determined to work hard and make the most of the chance I have been given by David.”

    City head coach David Hopkin added: “We are delighted Jim has agreed to join us.

    “He is a very experienced player and he will bring a lot to the table.

    “Jim adds to what we have. We aren’t interested in just signing any player. We have to know they can make a difference.

    “He has trained with us this week and will hopefully come into the mix for Saturday.”

    O’Brien’s signing is subject to international clearance.
     
    #2 Dubai bantam, Sep 13, 2018
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  3. bantam2708

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    Good news. Would imagine this is a Hopkin signing too.
     
    #3 bantam2708, Sep 13, 2018
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    Hopefully that is the case for all future signings while he is manager/head coach
     
    #4 Storck, Sep 13, 2018
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    No question. Just the kind of player we need right now too.
     
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  6. bantamdave41

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    #6 bantamdave41, Sep 13, 2018
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    Ain't that 2 of the O'Briens we have now.........very confusing
     
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    #7 Tony Wilkinson, Sep 13, 2018
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  8. Jonny78

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    At first glance I thought we had signed rylan Clake
     
    #8 Jonny78, Sep 13, 2018
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    I remember him from his days at Coventry. Hopefully, he is fit enough to come straight in and make a difference to a much depleted midfield.
    The incentive is certainly there for him to earn a longer contract
     
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  10. Dubai bantam

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    Yep and played for 4 seasons in the championship consistently for Barnsley. Looks like an ok signing although don’t know much about him.
     
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    Looks like Collins in disguise, Edin didn’t sack him at all :)
     
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    Posted that yesterday I thought Hopkin might have experienced players in mind who weren't contracted to clubs.

    We are where we are and unless Hopkin has some one in mind who is not attached to another club who Hopkin thinks can do a job we will have to await the January sales.

    https://bantamtalk.com/index.php?threads/next-home-game-protest.981/page-40#post-102873
     
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    Isn’t he a winger ?
     
    #12 Silverbantam, Sep 13, 2018
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    According to the article I've just read yes, but now a days many can play wide or in midfield, I'd think he could be the same. he actually filled in at full back whilst at Celtic.
     
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    yes he is a winger .
     
    #14 chris mac, Sep 13, 2018
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    Its quite a big family.
     
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    #15 Keefly Bantam, Sep 13, 2018
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    Good news that it's Hopkin in the photo with him, hopefully his signing and his only.
     
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    #16 WilsdenBantam, Sep 13, 2018
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    Why does a player born in Scotland require international clearance?
     
    #17 Idlebantam, Sep 13, 2018
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  19. SimonW

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    Imagine how confusing it’s going to be for me with the prediction league entries lol. I'm going to have to keep an eye on entries and make sure everyone states specifically which one they are selecting
     
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    #18 SimonW, Sep 13, 2018
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    It’s a different FA so requires FIFA to ratify it. It’s only not required if it’s a transfer within the same FA
     
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    Cheers for clarifying Simon. Should be a formality though
     
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