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Post by baggins on Nov 30, 2023 14:16:20 GMT
I’m hearing horror stories, Robinson is talking, thought he had the job, was told it was his “but we just need to persuade the rest of the board” And players turned up today and no one was there to take training. Hargreaves not posted anything from the presser? The players have no idea of who the manager is tomorrow. Sorry, but has Mangan left?
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Post by socrates on Nov 30, 2023 14:16:45 GMT
I’m hearing horror stories, Robinson is talking, thought he had the job, was told it was his “but we just need to persuade the rest of the board” And players turned up today and no one was there to take training. Hargreaves not posted anything from the presser? The players have no idea of who the manager is tomorrow. I’m available this weekend. I’ve not only got a record of promotion to league 1 but I’ve taken a non league club all of the way to champions league glory. In football manager.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2023 14:18:18 GMT
I’m hearing horror stories, Robinson is talking, thought he had the job, was told it was his “but we just need to persuade the rest of the board” And players turned up today and no one was there to take training. Hargreaves not posted anything from the presser? The players have no idea of who the manager is tomorrow. Sorry, but has Mangan left? Doesn’t sound like it, I’m told he’s all we have got right now to manage the side.
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Post by pirate on Nov 30, 2023 14:19:20 GMT
Mangan's points per game at this level is better than Taylor's . Mangan's PPG count for nothing in my opinion. If you just look at the results over the 5 league games then yes, his PPG is pretty good. However, we've had the easiest run of fixtures he could have wished for and we've been second best in most of those games. Based on our performances, if Mangan was given the job his PPG would be less than 1 by the end of the season. You could make similar claims about Taylor at this level and "easy fixtures" as 50% of his wins at this level have come against relegated sides.That inexperience at this level is somewhat of a concern. As is his lack of experience handling a decent budget and signing players for fees, lack of big club or even big city management experience and handling the bigger expectations that come with that. I wonder what Taylor's contacts are like compared to Joey's? (it was Joey's former teammate Shola Ameobi that pushed Elliot Anderson our way for example). Joey has always been convincing and able to attract decent players to Fleetwood and Rovers. Other than winning a promotion out of League Two and playing a passing game (Joey got promoted at first attempt and played some lovely stuff in L2), what is it that convinced the board Taylor is the right man for the job and an upgrade? Can't imagine it was the Rotherham spell. This is a big job now for Taylor after the owner allowed the previous manager to make 11 summer signings, spend 300k on a centre half, sanctioning a £2.2m JCH transfer/wage package and then letting Barton sign experienced Chris Martin just a month before his dismissal. For all the hassle and time it has taken to make the decision, let's hope they have got it right. Some might suggest they haven't got a clue and are making it up as they go along, but I couldn't possibly comment.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2023 14:20:58 GMT
Simple way to stop all the speculation……….make a statement and talk to your customers/fans
When was the last statement?
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Post by baggins on Nov 30, 2023 14:21:13 GMT
Sorry, but has Mangan left? Doesn’t sound like it, I’m told he’s all we have got right now to manage the side. So everyone else he had along side him since Barton left has gone?
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Post by gasmania on Nov 30, 2023 14:22:08 GMT
I’m hearing horror stories, Robinson is talking, thought he had the job, was told it was his “but we just need to persuade the rest of the board” And players turned up today and no one was there to take training. Hargreaves not posted anything from the presser? The players have no idea of who the manager is tomorrow. Press conference isn't until 15:30 as per usual apparently
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Post by percy on Nov 30, 2023 14:25:02 GMT
Simple way to stop all the speculation……….make a statement and talk to your customers/fans When was the last statement? No need, you and Pirate have all the information we need
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Post by baggins on Nov 30, 2023 14:25:24 GMT
Simple way to stop all the speculation……….make a statement and talk to your customers/fans When was the last statement? Again, about what? Something that's private? Something they're dealing with at a Board level?
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Post by pirate on Nov 30, 2023 14:27:40 GMT
Simple way to stop all the speculation……….make a statement and talk to your customers/fans When was the last statement? No need, you and Pirate have all the information we need I don't mind keeping anything I'm told to myself in future. Doesn't bother me.
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Post by CheltGas on Nov 30, 2023 14:28:43 GMT
Tell us where in the process they are? Have they interviewed people and decided they’re not the right fit? Are they waiting for other managers to become available? It’s not necessarily what it says, but the fact that it wouldn’t leave us all in the dark. And surely the fact that Mangan doesn’t have a clue what’s happening shows this doesn’t mean it’s just us who they aren’t communicating with? When you’ve got staff who are in the dark about if they’ll have a job next week it’s not a good look especially when that’s being said in a post match presser (by the way that’s not me having a go at Mangan in the slightest). When they gave that interview to BBC Bristol about the stand and plans for the stadium, it was refreshing because they were open about things, just feel like we’ve been left in the dark and people are starting to get sick of it when a statement or two over the 5 weeks would’ve helped even if they didn’t give much away. That's fine, but a lot of what you're asking for is private and confidential. You wouldn't like it if your job interviews were put out for everyone to read? And I'm not sure, as just paying customers, we have a given right to know. Not asking for the interview transcripts or names, just have they decided those interviewed were not the right fit. I understand what fans want to know and what they can share are two different things but the communication has been poor for a while now not just on this but in general and it’s starting to grate on fans. I also believe we do have a right to know, not everything of course but we shouldn’t be left completely in the dark about it. I also understand there are a lot of moving parts e.g. does the manager work with existing staff or bring their own etc etc and all that has to remain confidential, but like I said when the interim manager doesn’t have a clue what the situation is it’s worrying.
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Post by gascloud on Nov 30, 2023 14:29:28 GMT
I’m hearing horror stories, Robinson is talking, thought he had the job, was told it was his “but we just need to persuade the rest of the board” And players turned up today and no one was there to take training. Hargreaves not posted anything from the presser? The players have no idea of who the manager is tomorrow. This could/does come across as proper sh** stirring.
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Post by BrightonGas on Nov 30, 2023 14:30:19 GMT
Simple way to stop all the speculation……….make a statement and talk to your customers/fans When was the last statement? We need to know about the Vito's...
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Post by percy on Nov 30, 2023 14:34:22 GMT
No need, you and Pirate have all the information we need I don't mind keeping anything I'm told to myself in future. Doesn't bother me. Appreciate anyone sharing but its the stating as fact that is annoying. Start with "rumour from a mate..." maybe!
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Post by gasmania on Nov 30, 2023 14:38:34 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2023 14:38:35 GMT
Simple way to stop all the speculation……….make a statement and talk to your customers/fans When was the last statement? We need to know about the Vito's... 😂😂😂😂😂
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Post by pirate on Nov 30, 2023 14:39:16 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2023 14:39:54 GMT
Simple way to stop all the speculation……….make a statement and talk to your customers/fans When was the last statement? We need to know about the Vito's... What do you want to know, can easily get you the service history pal? 😂 I think they were heading back up the M5 earlier today!
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Post by percy on Nov 30, 2023 14:40:33 GMT
Interesting! Gone or just refusing to speak to press? Crewe will be loving this. Gonna need some leaders on the pitch to stand a chance
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2023 14:42:48 GMT
Roadman sh** stirring again 😂👍 I work in football, players talk, they had no one to take training this morning. The bus is scheduled to leave early tomorrow, they are training up north, good luck with your presser Dan!
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