St Johnstone Bid for Hamilton Accies Striker
Championship leaders St Johnstone are actively pursuing a transfer for Hamilton Accies striker Oli Shaw, the current top scorer in League One. This move follows indications from Accies that they must offload senior players to avoid financial difficulties.
Details of St Johnstone’s Bid for Oli Shaw
St Johnstone has made a bid in the vicinity of £30,000 for Shaw. This attempt is led by Saints manager Simo Valakari, who aims to secure one of Hamilton’s highest earners amid the club’s financial challenges.
However, it has been reported that Hamilton Accies have rejected the initial offer. The club is reportedly seeking a higher transfer fee for the 27-year-old forward, who has a contract that runs until the end of next season.
Oli Shaw’s Performance and Background
This season, Oli Shaw has demonstrated impressive form, netting 16 goals in 26 matches for Hamilton. Notably, he has not taken to the field since December 13. Prior reports indicate that St Johnstone expressed interest in the talented striker in the past fortnight.
- Age: 27
- Current Club: Hamilton Accies
- Goals This Season: 16 in 26 appearances
- Contract Duration: Until end of next season
If Shaw were to leave, he would follow several former teammates, including Jamie Smith and club captain Scott Robinson, who have recently departed the club as part of cost-cutting measures.
Hamilton Accies’ Current Situation
Hamilton Accies face a crucial match against Cove Rangers at Broadwood, as they continue to navigate their precarious position at the bottom of the League One table. Alongside the transfer interest in Shaw, the club recently secured the loan signing of 19-year-old right back Gregor Crookston from Hearts until the season’s end. This addition aligns with Accies’ strategy to reinforce their squad despite financial constraints.
Club manager Darian MacKinnon expressed satisfaction with the new signing, emphasizing the importance of strengthening the team during this challenging time.
As the situation develops, further updates on the potential transfer of Oli Shaw and the overall status of Hamilton Accies will be closely monitored by fans and analysts alike.
