But if he doesn't get on with the manager (and that could be either person's fault) that still doesn't change the fact the manager's appeal is there regardless. If, for a topical example, Clayton saw Hyypia as a draw to come sign for us, it wouldn't matter if Sami got on with Burke or not, he is...
But having Burke didn't remove Gus's star quality. If our managers are a draw for potential players, they will be a draw regardless of who is/if there is a director of football type player. It will be the manager/coach who the player will work with on a day to day basis.
Isn't the rumour that Tony is getting more hands on with player recruitment? If so, why? Just to lend his support and negotiating nous, does he want to get a greater experience of it so he can put a more realistic policy in place, or because he is concerned with the job being done? Genuine...
Andrews signed on the 10th of August on a season long loan. After Agustien and Lopez signed, before Bridcutt or Crofts were injured. Orlandi was our only midfield injury.