Maswanhise, squad depth and summer plans

Quick summary: Maswanhise isn't coming, and that's fine. The boy apparently wants to move south and Motherwell will take what they can for him. Good business for them — he was cheap to buy — and no drama for us. We've got options already and two attackers, Curtis and Danilo, are out on loan which tells you where we stand depth-wise.

Let's be honest, our recruitment deserves praise. People are quick to whinge about what we haven't signed, but look at the bigger picture: the scouting and deals over the past year or so have steadied the squad and given Rohl something workable. You can see a plan taking shape. It's not flashy. It's not signing household names. But it's sensible, pragmatic and tailored to how the manager wants the team to play.

Do we need more attackers right now? Not necessarily. We loaned two forwards out, which suggests the coaching staff are happy with the numbers and balance. You don't patch holes you don't see. Rather than panic-buying wingers or strikers for the sake of it, the smarter move is to keep the group tight and focused on the immediate prize — the league — and the European cash that follows.

Summer will bring decisions. If more funds arrive and the board back a rebuild, then major changes can happen with time to integrate players into Rohl's system. That’s the sensible route: secure domestic success first, make the most of the European windfall, and let the recruitment team and Cavanagh do their job. Expect planning and pragmatism, not headline-grabbing signings. And for the record — no, we weren't expecting Messi and Ronaldo. Keep perspective.

To be fair, fans are allowed to fret. Football is emotional. But there's a difference between scrutiny and hysteria. Sit back for a bit, let the team finish the job, and judge the summer window when it's actually open.

Written by LAUDRUPHAGI: 16 February 2026