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I agree about Stephenson making unwanted signings (Berkamp) but there was always going to be a director of football, no matter who the manager was.

David Burke replaced him within 6 months, working well with Poyet.

I can't say that with 100% certainty but it seems more likely than not.

He came to us from Watford. He didn't even have to live in Brighton, as Hoskins commuted from Watford when he was fit. The 'not settling' reason was just an excuse.

Hammond did well for us on loan (so not bought) and although Dobbie didn't play well for us, we sold him on for profit.

That article doesn't say that he resigned.

The transfer window hasn't closed yet. We don't know what is in the pipeline because the club tries to keep things close to it's chest. If we haven't signed anyone else by Sept 1st, I'll join you in having a moan.

I don't know. All I know is that a lot of business is done in August rather than June or July.

Attendances are deceptive. Paul Barber said that high gates, sales & catering combined do not match one parachute payment.

Tony Bloom wasn't happy with our previous director of football, John Stephenson. He lasted 6 months. He also sacked Ken Brown. Tony hasn't sacked David Burke, who is also responsible for attaining the Academy status for our new training ground. Therefore it follows that TB must be happy with...

He waited until we had planning permission to take over but put money in before that.

Tony Bloom did not have the money in 1997. He didn't start investing into the club until 2006 onwards.

Listen to the Fans Forum from last night. Paul Barber explains why every club has a director of football now.

Don't be silly.

He is accountable - to Tony Bloom, who is satisfied. We've found out in the past that if Bloom isn't happy with someone, they soon lose their job.