Demitri_C Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Welcome Dean, an exciting appointment! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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NurembergVillan Posted October 10, 2018 Moderator Share Posted October 10, 2018 Quote Aston Villa Football Club is delighted to announce the appointments of Dean Smith as our new Head Coach, John Terry as Assistant Coach and Jesus Garcia Pitarch as Sporting Director. Smith, a lifelong Villa fan, is known for his exciting and attractive brand of football which he implemented in his previous posts at both Brentford and Walsall. Terry spent the final year of his illustrious playing career at Villa Park as he captained the club to the play-off final last season and brings a wealth of experience with him to his new role from his time as skipper of both Chelsea and England. And Pitarach has occupied Director of Football roles at both Valencia and Atletico Madrid in his native Spain. During his time at Valencia, the club won the La Liga title and UEFA Cup and Atletico lifted the Europa League and the European Super Cup during his tenure. CEO Christian Purslow said: “These three appointments represent the start of a new era and direction at Aston Villa and we are delighted to secure their services after an extensive search. “Dean has a clear and successful coaching philosophy as well as a real understanding of Aston Villa Football Club. He is also knowledgeable about the Championship. “The board welcomes him to the club and is looking forward to working with him and his staff. “John is one of the most decorated players in English football, has an affinity with the club and is ready to make the next step in his career working alongside Dean. “And Jesus also brings a huge amount of experience in his particular role having worked with some of the biggest clubs in Europe. He will ensure the club has an integrated approach running from the academy through the U23s and into the first-team.” https://www.avfc.co.uk/News/2018/10/10/club-statement-triple-appointment 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Albrighton Posted October 10, 2018 VT Supporter Share Posted October 10, 2018 **** me that happened quickly. John Percy gave us a heads up of about 3 minutes then. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted October 10, 2018 Author Share Posted October 10, 2018 **** hell!!!! Buzzing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farlz Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 I'm very pleased. I pray to god this one is a success. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa89 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Interesting. Surely he can't be worse than Bruce and it will be great to have some optimism around the place. At last. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rob182 Posted October 10, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 10, 2018 I knew we’d get an exotic name! SMITH! UTV! 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 (edited) Well, it's not a superstar, it's not my first choice, but it's a progressive move, and it's a Villa Fan. Could even be cheesy and call it "destiny" after our first choices fell through. I look forward to playing FOOTBALL! Please don't fail. Welcome Dean & JT! Edited October 10, 2018 by JAMAICAN-VILLAN 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbcuk Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Very happy with this, he got Brentford playing good football spent hardly anything there either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Pangloss Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 As a Villa fan (plus the size of this club anyway) there's no way he'd turn this opportunity down. He has absolutely, the right philosophy, he knows the right way to play football, which is built on ball retention, movement and a high press. Done a brilliant job on a shoestring at Brentford but this is a massive step up and we'll need to make sure we get a lot of his backroom staff in. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacketspuds Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Let's hope he brings more of his backroom team with him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutByEaster? Posted October 10, 2018 Moderator Share Posted October 10, 2018 Welcome Mr Smith. You have chosen wisely. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godders Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Welcome Dean! I look forward to having my scepticism thrown back in my face Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reivax_Villa Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 wow that was quick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradarmstrong_ Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Excited to see what he can do with this group of players. Let’s see some attacking football and climb the table! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubbs Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poitier Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow1988 Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Just now, rbcuk said: Very happy with this, he got Brentford playing good football spent hardly anything there either. Good because he won't be spending much here either. Welcome all and here's to a hopefully bright future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenjiOgiwara Posted October 10, 2018 Share Posted October 10, 2018 Hope his backroom staff is part of this, or I think this is a mistake. If I remember correctly he struggled settling in his first season with Brentford. He will in that case be crucified on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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