Red-Robbo Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, redsquirrel said: does this hint suggest brunel is back in the running? He could build for the future.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Just now, W-S-M Seagull said: But let's be honest, Cotts refusal to move away from that system cost him his job. We were going down under Cotts and with that system. Of course but Cotts innovated slightly before Wilder albeit Wilder did it at a higher level etc. I wonder...Maguire and Gray added, and a much happier Cotts might things have pushed on better here under him with that shape. That aside, Cotts like NP is someone who doesn't really get the wider credit or breaks in football that they merit. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NcnsBcfc Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 The lampard stuff is basically like the Gerrard stuff from 2020. Complete nonsense isn't it? Loads of keyboard warriors.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curr Avon Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, Red-Robbo said: He could build for the future.... We have the money We have the technology But can we be arsed? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selred Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 7 minutes ago, Ian M said: Former assistant? 29 minutes ago, W-S-M Seagull said: Whose the options: Paul Simpson (Carlisle Manager) Keith Downing (Available post Birmingham) Jamie McAllister (Available post Hibs) John Pemberton (Available post Chesterfield) Tony Docherty (Dundee Manager) We've tried and failed with: Dean Holden Keith Millen Anyone else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curr Avon Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 7 minutes ago, redsquirrel said: does this hint suggest brunel is back in the running? Does Isambard wear a big hat? Hell yeah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 52 minutes ago, Northern Red said: Modern journalism really is a piece of piss isn't it? Yes, they called us "strugglers" ****** cheek ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeAman08 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 39 minutes ago, Mr Popodopolous said: I've checked a few clubs. Now he had the 5th or 6th highest wage bill in the League that season Leicester ran away with the title. A good chunk of the net spend came under Sven in 2011-12. NP rejoined Leicester in late 2011 so disregard to some extent the summer 2011 activity. Start with Winter 2012 on drop-down menu then go from there. QPR had a much higher wage bill. Higher too at Blackburn, Bolton, Reading, Wigan. Possibly Nottingham Forest, hard to say having looked that year. Their wage bill will include promotion bonuses of £9-10m..underlying £26-27m. I got the wrong dates as am at work. He didn’t spend the money. My point was he inherited a top championship squad off a big spend. He did take it to the next level so fair enough. He just wasn’t one to come in and work on a small budget like he has to here. Not convinced he would have got it done here and that is why we played, imo, percentage football. Asking smaller forwards to bump CBs in the air to win throw ins in their half and channel balls not to get on the end of but to pressure opposition to put it out of play for long throws and corners which are probably accounting for close to half our goals this season. He wasn’t for me and done nothing to convince me otherwise. His biggest pros were slashing the wage bill and playing youth which would have had to be done by Pep, NP or Gary Johnson. The culture and fitness were minimal impacts imo. He leaves the squad with multiple injuries hanging over the club. Culturally never gonna change with SL. So what has he actually brought to BCFC in his time? Again younger and cheaper squad was the remit for anyone. If you want to say he was doing everything possible to keep this club afloat, I can buy into it a bit. I fear relegation with the next appointment because this is not a top 6 side. I just think NP ceiling was lower top half of table to midtable(10-15th). With change comes a strong possibility of failure but also a small chance of something great which is the way I am choosing to look at it. I want to go to AG and get off my seat for a good press and some nice football. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Br1stolCityBoy Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Merrick's Marvels said: We cannot afford them - what do you think a Prem loan costs? Millions, that's what. These days we're shopping for players in Carlisle, Oxford and Luton - with wages to match. So that's where the next manager will come from too - cos he knows that market and is used to budget constraints. Unlike Lampard. Other clubs seem to do it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuber Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 11 minutes ago, Jose said: I was going to say I’m in utter disbelief that they sacked Pearson ( someone doing a good job ) without anyone lined up. Then I thought actually it’s no surprise at all with the morons running this club. Atleast Birmingham had a plan. However stupid said plan was. This is what annoys me most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 6 minutes ago, Selred said: Whose the options: Paul Simpson (Carlisle Manager) Keith Downing (Available post Birmingham) Jamie McAllister (Available post Hibs) John Pemberton (Available post Chesterfield) Tony Docherty (Dundee Manager) We've tried and failed with: Dean Holden Keith Millen Anyone else? Now that is a depressing list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Curr Avon said: We have the money We have the technology But can we be arsed? The most Bristolian thing posted on OTIB in years! Brilliant! Edited November 2, 2023 by Ska Junkie 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 minute ago, LoyalRed said: Now that is a depressing list at least LJ wasn't on it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Silvio Dante said: Evening Post stating not under consideration. Doesn't conform ? You mean he actually want's more than £500 per week ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderHead92 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 The name wade elliott is jumping out at me. I hope I’m wrong btw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atticus Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Please not Jamie Mcalister. I said that before as a joke. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Horse With No Name Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 This all points to Luke Williams. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 57 minutes ago, Bat Fastard said: We are like a bunch of kids speculating on the contents of a big parcel under the tree. Yes, and it's going to be pants & socks ! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfcnick Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 It's interesting how the odds get so short on relatively little money for those who aren't even under consideration. I'm considering putting a tenner on Delia Smith to see if she gets in the betting odds. Mind you, I think I'd have preferred her rather than Frank Lampard with her half-time motivational skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, CyderHead92 said: The name wade elliott is jumping out at me. I hope I’m wrong btw Quote Elliot joined Cheltenham Town as a coach in September 2020.[35] Elliott was promoted to the role of head coach in June 2022 following the departure of Michael Duff.[36] Following a difficult start to the 2023–24 season that saw his side pick up just one point from eight league matches without scoring, he departed the club on 20 September 2023. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveInSA Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Thank you. Next. 25 page possible Head Coach thread please. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry R Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Lee Carsley 28/1 with Sky Bet. Unless I missed it he wasn't on the list yesterday, which suggests someone requested a price. Bit out of nowhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 minute ago, Harry R said: Lee Carsley 28/1 with Sky Bet. Unless I missed it he wasn't on the list yesterday, which suggests someone requested a price. Bit out of nowhere. Bet that was @petehinton! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossi the Robin Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Fleming until the end of the season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curr Avon Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 10 minutes ago, CyderHead92 said: The name wade elliott is jumping out at me. I hope I’m wrong btw Try breathing slowly into an empty crisp packet. You'll be fine in seconds. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petehinton Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, Harry R said: Lee Carsley 28/1 with Sky Bet. Unless I missed it he wasn't on the list yesterday, which suggests someone requested a price. Bit out of nowhere. Just now, Davefevs said: Bet that was @petehinton! Come onnnnnnnnn Requested that about 5 days ago, I’d moved on to about 3 different managers since then. But I’m back again now. All aboard the Carsley train!!! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shauntaylor85 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Understand Lampard will be off to MLS as next move. For sure convinced he is not going to be our manager as I’ve been saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lew-T Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Harry said: Ha ha. Yep. I’m just gonna wait for the Liam Manning thread to hit 10 pages and then I’ll do my research oh - there isn’t currently a Manning thread ………… Good fishing sir. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City_USA Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Wade Elliott is my thinking. Fits the Head Coach box, available immediately box and known entity box with Tins. Uninspiring but a typical SL appointment imo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patchway ciderred Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 27 minutes ago, Selred said: Whose the options: Paul Simpson (Carlisle Manager) Keith Downing (Available post Birmingham) Jamie McAllister (Available post Hibs) John Pemberton (Available post Chesterfield) Tony Docherty (Dundee Manager) We've tried and failed with: Dean Holden Keith Millen Anyone else? 30 odd years ago we tried and failed with Jimmy Lumsden!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shauntaylor85 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 6 minutes ago, Curr Avon said: Try breathing slowly into an empty crisp packet. You'll be fine in seconds. Don’t know anything on this but think Rosenior possibly. Doing well at Hull and played with Tinnion, winning the LDV Trophy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jose Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Just now, City_USA said: Wade Elliott is my thinking. Fits the Head Coach box, available immediately box and known entity box with Tins. Uninspiring but a typical SL appointment imo Uninspiring????? A ******* disaster more like 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrick's Marvels Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 23 minutes ago, Br1stolCityBoy said: Other clubs seem to do it!!! I don't disagree - take it up with the owner or his teknical director. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 15 minutes ago, bcfcnick said: It's interesting how the odds get so short on relatively little money for those who aren't even under consideration. I'm considering putting a tenner on Delia Smith to see if she gets in the betting odds. Mind you, I think I'd have preferred her rather than Frank Lampard with her half-time motivational skills. Fat blokes would be holding up signs begging for Delias cream buns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 20 minutes ago, slartibartfast said: Yes, and it's going to be pants & socks ! More than i normally get 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, Shauntaylor85 said: Don’t know anything on this but think Rosenior possibly. Doing well at Hull and played with Tinnion, winning the LDV Trophy. You said it, doing well at Hull. Can't see him making a sideways move and can't see City paying compo which could reach seven figures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 minute ago, Sleepy1968 said: Fat blokes would be holding up signs begging for Delias cream buns. Rachel Khoo and I'm in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 2 minutes ago, Sleepy1968 said: Fat blokes would be holding up signs begging for Delias cream buns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fordy62 Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Please tell me this whole thread is a ******* nightmare and there’s no genuine link. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuber Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 31 minutes ago, Selred said: Whose the options: Paul Simpson (Carlisle Manager) Keith Downing (Available post Birmingham) Jamie McAllister (Available post Hibs) John Pemberton (Available post Chesterfield) Tony Docherty (Dundee Manager) We've tried and failed with: Dean Holden Keith Millen Anyone else? If it's one of these and/or Wade, I think that would be it for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonCliff Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 11 minutes ago, Rossi the Robin said: Fleming until the end of the season That actually is not entirely beyond the bounds of possibility, in my opinion (and no, I don't know anything, apart from the relevant history that we're all aware of). Nor am I advocating it, thought the one redeeming aspect would be that it might provide some continuity and help preserve at least a little of the culture instilled by Pearson, which would be a small consolation. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keflav Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Well what ever we do manager wise just remember this is Bristol City prepared to be very underwhelmed.... its the Bristol City Way.... 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sludge Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 24 minutes ago, A Horse With No Name said: This all points to Luke Williams. .....or David Horseman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 (edited) Rosenior got backed reasonably well at Hull too. Kean Lewis Potter sale plus years of austerity and an ambitious new owner helped to give them a platform. Here while elements of FFP imposing conditions, £30-35m fees in, about £6-7m spent. Plus wage bill declining vs surely rising at Hull under their new owner. Edited November 2, 2023 by Mr Popodopolous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riaz Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 9 minutes ago, City_USA said: Wade Elliott is my thinking. Fits the Head Coach box, available immediately box and known entity box with Tins. Uninspiring but a typical SL appointment imo I know our board ****** up sacking pearson - but i dont think there that stupid... Surely? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, Fordy62 said: Please tell me this whole thread is a ******* nightmare and there’s no genuine link. You are correct Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sludge Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 minute ago, Riaz said: I know our board ****** up sacking pearson - but i dont think there that stupid... Surely? Prepare for the worst, hope for the best.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 minute ago, Riaz said: I know our board ****** up sacking pearson - but i dont think there that stupid... Surely? Their history' clearly answers that question for you 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 6 minutes ago, Fordy62 said: Please tell me this whole thread is a ******* nightmare and there’s no genuine link. this whole thread is a ******* nightmare and there’s no genuine link. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marina's Rolls Royce Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Davefevs said: In fairness to @robinforlife2, he was @robin for life beforehand I think, but got locked out of his account iirc. Well , as things stand, Robin is not even for Christmas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City_USA Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, Riaz said: I know our board ****** up sacking pearson - but i dont think there that stupid... Surely? Stupid enough to get rid of one of the best men for the job and alienate their customers/fan base 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchay Red Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, CliftonCliff said: That actually is not entirely beyond the bounds of possibility, in my opinion (and no, I don't know anything, apart from the relevant history that we're all aware of). Nor am I advocating it, thought the one redeeming aspect would be that it might provide some continuity and help preserve at least a little of the culture instilled by Pearson, which would be a small consolation. But would it not be Pearson by proxy? Not that that would necessarily be a bad arrangement, it's highly likely that Curtis is probably in regular contact with Nige. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marina's Rolls Royce Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 (edited) On 01/11/2023 at 12:40, Marina's Rolls Royce said: It's only page 2. Surely it takes at least 16 to find out he's not even being considered? But plenty of time for more outrage about a new manager we won't end up with. And it took 26. And plenty of outrage. Edited November 2, 2023 by Marina's Rolls Royce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Oil Services Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 3 hours ago, Harry said: To be fair, Lampard has had a 5 year managerial career whilst Pearson has had a 25 year managerial career. And Frank has managed 2 clubs which are much bigger than anything Nigel ever managed. On merit? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 48 minutes ago, Selred said: Whose the options: Paul Simpson (Carlisle Manager) Keith Downing (Available post Birmingham) Jamie McAllister (Available post Hibs) John Pemberton (Available post Chesterfield) Tony Docherty (Dundee Manager) We've tried and failed with: Dean Holden Keith Millen Anyone else? Mark Robins, Liam Rosenior, Luke Williams, The City Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheddarwedlocker Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Were doomed if we cant decide if frank would have been a good appointment, considering he managed in the champions league, got a chelsea team with no money into the top 4, got to the POF with derby, kept everton up. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selred Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Just now, BS30 City said: Mark Robins, Liam Rosenior, Luke Williams, The City Cat 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonCliff Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, Frenchay Red said: But would it not be Pearson by proxy? Not that that would necessarily be a bad arrangement, it's highly likely that Curtis is probably in regular contact with Nige. As far as I'm concerned, that would be an argument in favour of appointing him, rather than a reason not to, though as I already said, I'm not actually advocating it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extonsred Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Noones mentioned Sarina yet!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchay Red Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 Just now, CliftonCliff said: As far as I'm concerned, that would be an argument in favour of appointing him, rather than a reason not to, though as I already said, I'm not actually advocating it. I'm not sure any of us know what we are advocating any more and that includes the owner and his associates 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveybadger Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 1 hour ago, italian dave said: It would sum up our injury situation if we appoint a new manager who then gets blown off the roof! I guess it depends how popular an appointment they are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glen hump Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 3 minutes ago, extonsred said: Noones mentioned Sarina yet!! She should stick to tennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red-Robbo Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 27 minutes ago, City_USA said: Wade Elliott is my thinking. Fits the Head Coach box, available immediately box and known entity box with Tins. Uninspiring but a typical SL appointment imo Uninspiring would be a massive understatement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
italian dave Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, steveybadger said: I guess it depends how popular an appointment they are Ha ha...in the court of OTIB, no-one would stand a chance!! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveybadger Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Selred said: Bit off topic but in the same spirit: Edited November 2, 2023 by steveybadger 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 8 minutes ago, Red-Robbo said: Uninspiring would be a massive understatement. If they appoint any of those names mentioned above, attendance will drop off a cliff and I think there’d be a lot of momentum behind boycotting stadium based food/drink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City_USA Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 9 minutes ago, Red-Robbo said: Uninspiring would be a massive understatement. In the mold of the Holden appt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Banksy Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 40 minutes ago, City_USA said: Wade Elliott is my thinking. Fits the Head Coach box, available immediately box and known entity box with Tins. Uninspiring but a typical SL appointment imo The uproar if it’s him my god Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bard Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 10 hours ago, WayOutWest said: Two points to make about Frank If he is bad he will be gone within 18 months. If he is really good he will be gone within 18 months. It won't last if he gets the job. What if he's mediocre? He'll fit in perfectly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nebristolred Posted November 2, 2023 Share Posted November 2, 2023 If we ditch Nigel Pearson for Wade ****ing Elliott... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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