Gray future under scrutiny & are Hibs in decline?
BBC Scotland's Edinburgh football reporter Brian McLauchlin has been answering some of your questions on Hibs. Kieran asked: Do you think we've reached our maximum potential with David Gray? Scott asked: What would be your view on Hibs bringing in an experienced coach to assist Gray with his game management for next season?
[BBC] BBC Scotland's Edinburgh football reporter Brian McLauchlin has been answering some of your questions on Hibs. Kieran asked: Do you think we've reached our maximum potential with David Gray? I personally feel we are underachieving with this squad, three wins against top-six sides this season, consistently boring football to watch.
Scott asked: What would be your view on Hibs bringing in an experienced coach to assist Gray with his game management for next season? Brian answered: Any manager at any club in any league is only ever as good as the recruitment. And while Hibernian have invested heavily in recent years it's fair to say, other than one or two players, this has been underwhelming.
Sometimes a supporter's view of being successful can differ from those running the club. The fans may have been disappointed to see Kieron Bowie leave in January as he was still to reach his potential. However, when a significant offer lands - about 10 times the fee Hibs originally paid - it makes complete sense to accept.
The use of data now has become a key component in recruitment and if there is an increase in investment at the club then this is where it should happen. As for having an experienced coach working alongside Gray, I am not sure this would add much to the backroom team already assembled. In Eddie May he has someone with vast experience at first team and youth level to lean upon for advice.