we HAVE held talks with

[dougdeep]

I'm pretty sure that nobody has been interviewed.

 

[Stat Brother]

It is a little odd that there have been no external managerial signings yet.

Spurs, WBA and us all knew we wouldn't be starting next season with the same manager.
All must have had a short list, it's not like the last short list for any club is covered in dust, and yet the silence is deafening.

 

[TSB]

Yes, but that was the reporter's words, not his.

Fair point. That'll teach me not to read the article

 

[Eeyore]

It is a little odd that there have been no external managerial signings yet.

Spurs, WBA and us all knew we wouldn't be starting next season with the same manager.
All must have had a short list, it's not like the last short list for any club is covered in dust, and yet the silence is deafening.

It's difficult. I was hoping that the two Premier League clubs would make their choice quickly, then ours would become the top vacancy available. It may be that the candidates for our job are hoping for a dart at the one in West Bromwich too. In some ways it may be better to wait for that one to fill. But then the Southampton job could become available...

It's a relief that it is happening now, as we have some time on our hands.

 

[Sompting_Seagull]

According to what sauces

Barber Q?

 

[kevtherev]

They probably ask what the policy is on signings and that's where the talks break down...No manager worth his salt would work under someone else having the call on signings...So we will probably end up with a yes man.

 

[Kikikaikai]

Sherwood was interviewed before his appearance on "Goals on Sunday" however the board do not believe his "Character" fits with the club and chose not to persue any further. Clement is in advanced talks which are on hold whilst the CL Final is played and he has a short break with the family after the end of the season. As for Hughton, it's highly unlikely.

 

[Norman Potting]

N

Mr Brown.

I'd heard it was Tom.

 

[Deadly Danson]

Sherwood was interviewed before his appearance on "Goals on Sunday" however the board do not believe his "Character" fits with the club and chose not to persue any further. Clement is in advanced talks which are on hold whilst the CL Final is played and he has a short break with the family after the end of the season. As for Hughton, it's highly unlikely.

I don't like the sound of "short break with the family" - don't want this to drag on if he's the man we're going for.

 

[Eeyore]

Sherwood was interviewed before his appearance on "Goals on Sunday" however the board do not believe his "Character" fits with the club and chose not to persue any further. Clement is in advanced talks which are on hold whilst the CL Final is played and he has a short break with the family after the end of the season. As for Hughton, it's highly unlikely.

 

[Guinness Boy]

It's difficult. I was hoping that the two Premier League clubs would make their choice quickly, then ours would become the top vacancy available. It may be that the candidates for our job are hoping for a dart at the one in West Bromwich too. In some ways it may be better to wait for that one to fill. But then the Southampton job could become available...

It's a relief that it is happening now, as we have some time on our hands.

Steve Clarke and Paul Clement are two that are highly unlikely to be looking at WBA. A result given that the former would be my choice and the latter may well be the club's. I would have thought both Hughton and Mackay would be sniffing round WBA like a dog on heat but neither of those two are actually likely to end up here.

 

[Bra]

I don't like the sound of "short break with the family" - don't want this to drag on if he's the man we're going for.

With you on that, if it is to be him would rather be done early next week so the planning can properly begin.

 

[Kikikaikai]

I don't quite understand the urgency of hiring the new manager, very soon all of the players will embark on their summer holidays & world cup duties. The team manager / head coach is present to take training, prepare for matches etc. It is very clear that in regards to player retention and recruitment that the club are pressing forward. Dave Burke is in firm control as shown with Toko Nzuzi. Mid June is when all will be confirmed...

 

[Bra]

I don't quite understand the urgency of hiring the new manager, very soon all of the players will embark on their summer holidays & world cup duties. The team manager / head coach is present to take training, prepare for matches etc. It is very clear that in regards to player retention and recruitment that the club are pressing forward. Dave Burke is in firm control as shown with Toko Nzuzi. Mid June is when all will be confirmed...

If as we are lead to believe the manager has the final say in all signings than surely he needs to be on board soon since we have a large rebuilding job on our hands with 8 players needed. Not sure I would be happy with holding off until mid june

 

[Chicken Runner61]

Still a bit concerned that we are going down the "coach" route rather than manager. Implies to me that players are chosen and bought to a formula and style based on price rather than on a squad chosen to win promotion.

 

[KJP]

I don't quite understand the urgency of hiring the new manager, very soon all of the players will embark on their summer holidays & world cup duties. The team manager / head coach is present to take training, prepare for matches etc. It is very clear that in regards to player retention and recruitment that the club are pressing forward. Dave Burke is in firm control as shown with Toko Nzuzi. Mid June is when all will be confirmed...

A lot of players are unlikely to sign for a club without knowing who the manager is

 

[Mutts Nuts]

Still a bit concerned that we are going down the "coach" route rather than manager. Implies to me that players are chosen and bought to a formula and style based on price rather than on a squad chosen to win promotion.

Finaly you wake up and smell the coffee

 

[Kikikaikai]

Still a bit concerned that we are going down the "coach" route rather than manager. Implies to me that players are chosen and bought to a formula and style based on price rather than on a squad chosen to win promotion.

Isn't that what Bloom's business is, buying and selling formula's?

 

[Bra]

A lot of players are unlikely to sign for a club without knowing who the manager is

Indeed. Burke and his team can do all the work they want but surely a player will want to speak to the manager/head coach to see how they plan to play and where said player will fit into those plans. If you have choices I am not sure you will sign for a club with no manager. Mid June may be okay if you need to add one or two to your squad but even that 2/3 week delay could be crucial when you are looking at possibly 8 players

 

[JimmyJayUK]

Bloom confirmed in his interview that they are hiring a 'manager' and not a 'first team coach'.