Well, not every game. He was pretty woeful at Charlton - maybe post-World Cup blues. But also woeful at Forest Green. Perhaps he needs a big stage (EPL or World Cup) to perform?
It's playing the long game. It's strategic. It's making sure you don't get caught out (like Palace) with a squad full of ageing, out of contract, journeymen.
It's also fascinating to see the way TB has invested in a "feeder club" like USG, getting them promoted into the Belgian top division...