ChesterDad

Personally I would be more than happy with a total clear out. This current mob of back room staff are part of the problem and not the solution imo. Not saying all of them are bad at what they do - but unfortunately for them, they are tarred with Gerrard’s brush and I feel a complete reset would be in everyone’s interest imo

Gabby was never any good - his pace masked his total inability. I can say without any doubt he is one of the most tactically inept footballers I have ever witnessed. The fact he down tools when we were in our hour of need tells you all you need to know. The guy is a disgrace imo to Aston Villa. 80 odd goals in over 300 games is pathetic and this guy who has no self reflection thinks it makes him a Villa legend. Gabby you are not and never will be

He’s got to go !

The two players I am hoping benefit most from the new manager are Emi B and Morgan who based on the cameo’s I have seen - does seem like a player to me

Surely MS deserves a chance now ?

The problem is that the “ odd clanger” results in a goal. The odd clanger from say midfield or attack is not destined to end up in the back of the net. I actually think that overall Mings has done well this season - but I do feel he will always have a mistake in him. This aside he has every attribute to be an international defender imo

And I still say Bertie is a better player

I agree - but it would be good to see him get some minutes if possible

Agreed - I just saw a footballer who knew he wasn’t getting a game and looking totally non plussed about the whole sorry affair - can anyone hold this against him ??

Well that sucks - thanks again slippy. thanks also for clarifying

Is this possible? Because if so I’m in as well

Absolutely this - clueless decision imo, Bertie is miles ahead of Bailey.

Well you can’t say this with any real certainty can you ? I like the way Brentford approach games - I see similarities with Eddie Howe tbh. However your point about having a top striker is relevant, but that top striker might just find himself driving up the M1 in a couple of months ?

I’m still in favour of Thomas Franks - I like his style and approach to the game - however I can also understand when others say that we have often gone down the untried at the top route and not again.

I’d argue the remit part TRO - safe with 2 games to go if I remember correctly - but yes a decent guy.

That really will depend upon the powers that be making an appropriate choice - Alex McLeish says Hi guys !”

I don’t think he is the worst - I’d save that accolade for McNeil although it’s a rizla paper between them imo

His touch is very bad and instinctive ? With all due respect I just don’t think he is - I don’t expect him to score these days and isn’t this the essence of an instinctive striker? In fact if anything he goes to pieces in front of goal at the moment and scuffs the ball. What I do acknowledge is that he is totally void of confidence and this might well change with the new manager - but the bigger picture will remain and that is, he is unfortunately a limited striker imo

Utterly useless last night - how on earth did he become a professional footballer based on that ?He has the same technical level that the previous fat useless number 11 had. My only chink of optimism is that his confidence must be totally shot to pieces and maybe just maybe a new coach can get a tune out of him.

My choice would be Franks and I believe it’s achievable - I don’t think MP is tbh. I also think it’s time to let people who actually give a flying fig about the club to have a say in recruiting the next manager. Goodness knows why we have the history of footballing novices making choices. Bruce was a disaster the moment he walked in the door, anyone knowing a little bit about the game knew it would end badly, and time has subsequently proved what a bogus he is. Dean is a little different for the obvious reasons - although you can’t argue at the time of appointment he represented a gamble, fortunately for both Dean and the club - he was a qualified success. Gerrard - see Bruce, absolute disaster of an appointment and destined to end in disappointment. Surely there are still enough footballing villans around the club to have a significant input into the decision making opposed to the business/marketing moguls who have no clue whatsoever. Of the top of my head I am thinking of the likes of Brian, Ian, Peter and so forth - proper footballing men, who have the club and supporters best interests at heart ?

I really do believe we are much better than our current position suggests and that’s on you know who - genuinely believe the right manager can easily get another 50% out of our lot

I’m afraid the club have to act now - it’s now at the same stage as when Bruce was in his final throw. Too much disconnection now to turn this around. It’s in everyone’s best interests including his, to bring this sorry saga to a swift conclusion.

Hopefully the new guy can see sense !

I have absolutely no idea as to what Gerrard feels he brings to the team over Bertie ? Personally I’d be embarrassed to pick Bailey over him. At least Bertie had moments of mercurial brilliance - compared to ?? I’m afraid as far as I’m concerned Bailey thinks he is much better than the reality. Made of glass and a waste of time imo

Absolutely this - no better opportunity to see how he fairs. Cant see it though