ICT chief's 'no sales' warning to rivals
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CALEY Thistle chairman Kenny Cameron has warned rivals that none of their players are for sale this summer – except for "exceptional" offers.
Aberdeen were this week reportedly tracking classy ICT vice captain Graeme Shinnie (22), with star striker Billy Mckay sure to be attracting attention on either side of the border also during this transfer window.
The Dons made their interest in Shinnie known to the Inverness club, but no offer was made.
Aberdeen, Hibs and several English clubs are said to be tracking Shinnie.
However, the message is clear from ICT chief Cameron – none of their stars are on the market.
He said: "It’s disappointing to see leaks, deliberate or otherwise, being apparently made concerning our player.
"With no football at the moment, we are entering what could be termed the silly season, but we will not be entertaining any silly offers for our players.
"For the avoidance of doubt, barring a truly exceptional offer, no player will be leaving us in the upcoming transfer window.
"We have under contract all the players which manager John Hughes wants to keep for next season. None of these players are for sale.
"We showed a profit in our last financial year and we have no bank debt, therefore there is no onus upon us to sell anyone. The club has worked hard to recruit, develop and re-sign our players and we’re determined not to part with any of them."
He added: "It’s a pity that we have to publicly emphasise our will to retain our players. However, it seems that this needs to be made loud and clear.
