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Post by pucklegas on Nov 18, 2023 20:16:58 GMT
Have heard Taylor isn’t interested , too soon after leaving Rotherham, Mangan going to be given 2.5 year contract Hi all I’ve heard this from two people now, some discrepancies about the length of contract but it’s increasingly likely that it’s Mangan, although may not be ‘club official’ until Monday/Tuesday. Just passing on what I have heard, from similar circles as I heard about Holden & Holloway talks from. Thanks 78, probably for me the worst scenario, thought we would be getting a new coach with fresh ideas, has Eddie Jennings left the club?
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Post by pudseygas on Nov 18, 2023 20:35:18 GMT
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Post by wallywalters on Nov 18, 2023 20:37:19 GMT
Have heard Taylor isn’t interested , too soon after leaving Rotherham, Mangan going to be given 2.5 year contract Hi all I’ve heard this from two people now, some discrepancies about the length of contract but it’s increasingly likely that it’s Mangan, although may not be ‘club official’ until Monday/Tuesday. Just passing on what I have heard, from similar circles as I heard about Holden & Holloway talks from. As much as I think mangs is a top bloke I'm a bit underwhelmed if I'm honest. I was expecting a top coach with promotion experience to come in. Has the feel of when Garry Thompson took over to me although this squad is a lot better than that one so should have enough to comfortably reach 50 points.
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Post by bridgwatergas on Nov 18, 2023 20:42:20 GMT
Have heard Taylor isn’t interested , too soon after leaving Rotherham, Mangan going to be given 2.5 year contract Hi all I’ve heard this from two people now, some discrepancies about the length of contract but it’s increasingly likely that it’s Mangan, although may not be ‘club official’ until Monday/Tuesday. Just passing on what I have heard, from similar circles as I heard about Holden & Holloway talks from. I hope your sources are wrong on this one as it would be the worst case scenario. This is a big chance to get out of the division and I just don't see Mangan being able to achieve this.
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Post by purdownpoacher1 on Nov 18, 2023 20:44:53 GMT
Won’t know unless he’s given a chance, will we ? 🤔💙utg
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Post by bridgwatergas on Nov 18, 2023 20:47:57 GMT
Won’t know unless he’s given a chance, will we ? 🤔💙utg I will give him 100% support like I have every previous manager its just a feeling he isn't the right man. Let's hope I'm wrong and he turns into a top class manager that leads us into the Championship.
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Post by purdownpoacher1 on Nov 18, 2023 20:50:56 GMT
Won’t know unless he’s given a chance, will we ? 🤔💙utg I will give him 100% support like I have every previous manager its just a feeling he isn't the right man. Let's hope I'm wrong and he turns into a top class manager that leads us into the Championship. That’s what I’m hoping!👍not inspired ‘ by any of the other candidates, time will tell 🤞💙Utg
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2023 20:54:51 GMT
Surely Wael set the ball rolling as far as the Mem redevelopment is concerned, the time lines, TG first mentioned it back in, I think., December, doesn't point to the new owners being involved at that stage. You do wonder if Wael had already decided the FM was dead when he decided to build the new stand. How long had Wael been in contact with the new guys before we heard about them ? Since February. This was said in the first interview the new guy done
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Post by aghast on Nov 18, 2023 20:56:22 GMT
Hi all I’ve heard this from two people now, some discrepancies about the length of contract but it’s increasingly likely that it’s Mangan, although may not be ‘club official’ until Monday/Tuesday. Just passing on what I have heard, from similar circles as I heard about Holden & Holloway talks from. I hope your sources are wrong on this one as it would be the worst case scenario. This is a big chance to get out of the division and I just don't see Mangan being able to achieve this. 'Worst case scenario'?.Really? We are now 4 points off the playoffs and Mangs has had a dream start. Maybe not the best possible manager available in the whole football league, but worst case??? 🤷
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Post by gasify on Nov 18, 2023 21:00:36 GMT
Maybe I am watching the wrong interview.Just watched this one again: No mention of standing or safe standing. Says next project is north and south of east terrace and then Thatchers and Cooling area. Anyone got a link to the one mentioning safe standing? "We are going to keep the safe standing. Our fans are used to it." www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/bristol-rovers-new-owner-plans-8866818 Thanks Pirate. It is the same interview but the BBC version is longer than the Rovers video version (which is a bit weird). www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0gpdlw8?partner=uk.co.bbc&origin=share-mobileAt 12:40 the question is asked whether it will be an all seated stadium. He says keep the standing our fans are used to it. However he then says keep "some of it". So, yes there will be standing at the ground once it has been developed. However, I wouldn't be expecting the same amount of standing as there is now. I get the idea that the Thatchers could have safe standing and then a section built on top that would hold seats. However, the residents behind the Thatchers won't be very happy with that as it is likely to obstruct their view over Lockleaze and the radio tower. The complaints for the South Stand was it was unsightly. The loss of a view may well have more weight from a planning perspective than just unsightly. Maybe one of the planning experts on here could add something? *Edit It is also mentioned that the BBC has requested two interviews and they received two interviews. Maybe this was a bit of a 'dig' at Wael?
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Post by bridgwatergas on Nov 18, 2023 22:13:33 GMT
Thanks Pirate. It is the same interview but the BBC version is longer than the Rovers video version (which is a bit weird). www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0gpdlw8?partner=uk.co.bbc&origin=share-mobileAt 12:40 the question is asked whether it will be an all seated stadium. He says keep the standing our fans are used to it. However he then says keep "some of it". So, yes there will be standing at the ground once it has been developed. However, I wouldn't be expecting the same amount of standing as there is now. I get the idea that the Thatchers could have safe standing and then a section built on top that would hold seats. However, the residents behind the Thatchers won't be very happy with that as it is likely to obstruct their view over Lockleaze and the radio tower. The complaints for the South Stand was it was unsightly. The loss of a view may well have more weight from a planning perspective than just unsightly. Maybe one of the planning experts on here could add something? *Edit It is also mentioned that the BBC has requested two interviews and they received two interviews. Maybe this was a bit of a 'dig' at Wael? I don't think there would be much problem with the North Terrace and views. In the planning meeting for the South Stand one of the councillors said that he was on the panel for the last revamp of the Mem when student accommodation was part of it and was a much bigger stadium plan and they passed that so couldn't turn down the South Stand. If they pass planning on those bases and we go about it the right way there really is no issue.
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Post by Topper Gas on Nov 18, 2023 22:14:12 GMT
I hope your sources are wrong on this one as it would be the worst case scenario. This is a big chance to get out of the division and I just don't see Mangan being able to achieve this. 'Worst case scenario'?.Really? We are now 4 points off the playoffs and Mangs has had a dream start. Maybe not the best possible manager available in the whole football league, but worst case??? 🤷 AM's had a fairly easy run of fixtures, unless JB had really lost the plot, or the changing room, he could have well got similar results. It'll be interesting to see how we perform and also what result we get at Derby, who I assume will now want to make amends for the Crewe result, then the following Saturday we have a tough looking cup game. I can't understand the owner saying they want to basically appoint somebody with Karl Robinson's experience then appointing somebody with none! Although KB returning always pointed towards AM getting the job.
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Post by Gas Go Marching In on Nov 18, 2023 22:23:46 GMT
Hi all I’ve heard this from two people now, some discrepancies about the length of contract but it’s increasingly likely that it’s Mangan, although may not be ‘club official’ until Monday/Tuesday. Just passing on what I have heard, from similar circles as I heard about Holden & Holloway talks from. As much as I think mangs is a top bloke I'm a bit underwhelmed if I'm honest. I was expecting a top coach with promotion experience to come in. Has the feel of when Garry Thompson took over to me although this squad is a lot better than that one so should have enough to comfortably reach 50 points. It reminds me of Solskjaer managing Man Utd, came in, had a really easy run of fixtures and got the job by default. Team then did well for a bit feeding off the good vibes before eventually stagnating and going backwards. I expect similar with Mangan if we appoint him.
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Post by wallywalters on Nov 18, 2023 22:30:52 GMT
As much as I think mangs is a top bloke I'm a bit underwhelmed if I'm honest. I was expecting a top coach with promotion experience to come in. Has the feel of when Garry Thompson took over to me although this squad is a lot better than that one so should have enough to comfortably reach 50 points. It reminds me of Solskjaer managing Man Utd, came in, had a really easy run of fixtures and got the job by default. Team then did well for a bit feeding off the good vibes before eventually stagnating and going backwards. I expect similar with Mangan if we appoint him. I agree. I think it's the wrong move if we are serious about making the championship but il fully support mangan if he does get the job so good luck to him.
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Post by bridgwatergas on Nov 18, 2023 22:35:47 GMT
I hope your sources are wrong on this one as it would be the worst case scenario. This is a big chance to get out of the division and I just don't see Mangan being able to achieve this. 'Worst case scenario'?.Really? We are now 4 points off the playoffs and Mangs has had a dream start. Maybe not the best possible manager available in the whole football league, but worst case??? 🤷 Out of all 4 managers that are rumoured and prominent in the betting Mangan would me bottom of the list and I really don't think can take us to the next level. This is a chance to get someone in who can take us to the next level and take us forward as the new owners seem to want to make a real go of things and take the club forwards.
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Post by wallywalters on Nov 18, 2023 22:36:48 GMT
When did mangan arrive at the gas was it with joey? I know Clint hill was his assistant for those first few months was mangan here as well but just a coach then and promoted to assistant when Clint left?
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Post by phillistine on Nov 18, 2023 22:38:38 GMT
As much as I think mangs is a top bloke I'm a bit underwhelmed if I'm honest. I was expecting a top coach with promotion experience to come in. Has the feel of when Garry Thompson took over to me although this squad is a lot better than that one so should have enough to comfortably reach 50 points. It reminds me of Solskjaer managing Man Utd, came in, had a really easy run of fixtures and got the job by default. Team then did well for a bit feeding off the good vibes before eventually stagnating and going backwards. I expect similar with Mangan if we appoint him. Perhaps someone who had been in a similar position in our own League would be a better comparison such as Schumaker at Plymouth .
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Post by pirate on Nov 18, 2023 22:42:50 GMT
When did mangan arrive at the gas was it with joey? I know Clint hill was his assistant for those first few months was mangan here as well but just a coach then and promoted to assistant when Clint left? Arrived with Joey and was previously with him at Fleetwood.
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Post by RD on Nov 18, 2023 22:45:40 GMT
As much as I think mangs is a top bloke I'm a bit underwhelmed if I'm honest. I was expecting a top coach with promotion experience to come in. Has the feel of when Garry Thompson took over to me although this squad is a lot better than that one so should have enough to comfortably reach 50 points. It reminds me of Solskjaer managing Man Utd, came in, had a really easy run of fixtures and got the job by default. Team then did well for a bit feeding off the good vibes before eventually stagnating and going backwards. I expect similar with Mangan if we appoint him. Spot on assessment. And the earlier comparison from someone to Thompson is an astounding analogy. Spot on IMO; infectious, likeable, passionate, reasonable results (not necessarily performances) and a gut feeling that this is the peak. Thanks but not thanks from me.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2023 23:09:08 GMT
I’m not overly enamoured by any of the options available to us and I don’t think the side we have is capable of making the champ (I may be wrong).
I don’t mind manga until the summer and then assessing it again
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