Kuwabatake Sanjuro Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 2 minutes ago, Sulberto21 said: I wouldn’t say it’s negativity towards him just that some posters like me would prefer someone else (I’ve mentioned who numerous times and described their benefits). However on the flip side I have also mentioned that the youngsters and our midfield will immediately benefit as hearing how a truly world class player did things will definitely be a positive. No great record of bringing through academy players at Rangers when having ample opportunities given the weak opponents they generally face. Maybe that will change here but I'd say the likes of Chukwuemka and co would certainly have benefited more from Favre who has a serious track record when it comes to having faith with and developing youth. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulberto21 Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 This made me chuckle 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick76 Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 14 minutes ago, VillanousOne said: But who is claiming that, that is literally farming a weird agenda out of nothing, Purslow can't and won't act alone without oversight, this jobs for mates guff is laughable. I don't particularly even want Gerrard but making out he has been given an unfair advantage is just dog waffle. Purslow is likely leading the process and rumours suggest he favours Gerrard linked to his prior relationship with him. I’ve worked in many companies at a high level, probably like yourself when a new big boss comes in they over time bring in people they know into positions of authority. Some of those people are great and some aren’t. I’ve done it myself when I’ve hired people I know and trust into positions working for me. There is even terms for it like ‘the old boys club’…’jobs for the boys’…we know it happens, we’ve seen it happen. Yes there will be oversight but seeing as he’s likely leading the process it’s easy to favour somebody in the process and it leans that way…not always to the benefit. I mean the rumours are Gerrard bringing in his own backroom staff (rightly I would say) but that’s not even assessing the current remaining staff like Cutler whose been excellent. If you don’t think there is a lot of relationship hiring that goes on in any walk of life, I’ve got a bridge to sell you! If you don’t think there are much better candidates out there that would come to us than Gerrard, I don’t know what to tell you. Why, if the rumours are true, is Gerrard being favoured over better candidates? It can only be Purslow! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 If this Michael Beale is the greatest coach since sliced bread then why do we need Gerrard. Could have just brought him in for Smith if that was the case 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulberto21 Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Just now, Kuwabatake Sanjuro said: No great record of bringing through academy players at Rangers when having ample opportunities given the weak opponents they generally face. Maybe that will change here but I'd say the likes of Chukwuemka and co would certainly have benefited more from Favre who has a serious track record when it comes to having faith with and developing youth. I agree hence why I wanted Gallardo to come here. However we cannot deny the fact that Steven Gerrard giving our youngsters a bit of advice is anything other than a positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Field Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 I am not that excited by Gerrard, this is mainly due to his links to liverpool, where I see it as best case scenario, he does well here and leaves to join them.. also PTSD from Houllier and his love for liverpool still hunts me today. I have though, after reading a bit and seeing some videos, become a bit more excited, not least by us getting Beale. I like that Gerrard sees his limitations and hires others that are more qualified than him to do jobs, Beale, for instance, seems a like an absolute world class coach. The bounce and respect Gerrard will get from players, is similar to the respect Zidane got from Real Madrid players, there is no way that players will not be excited to work with him. Looking at his tactics, Villa seem like a really good fit for him and his approach, players we have would most likely fit quite naturally into his Rangers team. I believe the first change we will see, is Buendia on the left, where I think he will thrive. He seems to play entertaining and good football, but if he is able to translate that to a midtable premier league team is another question. Also I don't think he has promoted many youth players, but that may well be because Rangers just don't have any, Beale's past definitely suggests that he is willing to promote and improves young players. Gerrard would not be my first choice, but I am starting to think he might actually be a really good fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishVilla10 Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 14 minutes ago, Eastie said: Purslow will be preening himself now like the cat that got the cream - let’s hope it proves the right decision I’m starting to think you’re having us on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulberto21 Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 1 minute ago, Zatman said: If this Michael Beale is the greatest coach since sliced bread then why do we need Gerrard. Could have just brought him in for Smith if that was the case Gerrards his translator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macandally Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 So let the relegation battle commence. I don’t care that he is a scouser, the Liverpool connection, dodgy tackles, beating DJ’s up, going to Liverpool in 2 years, none of that matters to me at all. The crux is I don’t think he is significant step up that we were promised or that he has the tools needed to keep us up never mind to Europe. I genuinely hope he proves me wrong, but I have little confidence this is the right move for Villa no matter what nepotistic Purslow may think. It does clearly show the owners (lack of) ambition though, personally I think Newcastle got the better deal in Eddie Howe. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avfc1982am Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 1 minute ago, IrishVilla10 said: I’m starting to think you’re having us on He's not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
est1874 Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 1 minute ago, Sulberto21 said: Gerrards his translator. Surely that's a bit like hiring Ray Charles as a tour guide? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macandally Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 11 minutes ago, foreveryoung said: I think Beale's the man we need here more than Gerrard reading his info. Does suggest the change was needed at coaching rather than Managerial level in the first place! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davkaus Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Since Sunday, I've been feeling a series on conflicting, constantly changing emotions, but the one I've settled on now is underwhelmed. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick76 Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 13 minutes ago, Kiwivillan said: Also don't understand the negativity towards Gerrard as a replacement. More about we could’ve done a lot better and also less risky than Gerrard rather than negativity! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 What a terrible appointment, everyone all aboard the travelling circus, I would like to see the shortlist if he's our choice. I think we will be looking for another manager in the summer lets hope were still in the prem. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveburnside Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Horrible appointment. Needlessly risky when there are clearly better candidates available, just so Purslow can get his mate in. I think we'll get relegated. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davkaus Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Just now, AshVilla said: What a terrible appointment, everyone all aboard the travelling circus, I would like to see the shortlist if he's our choice. I think we will be looking for another manager in the summer lets hope were still in the prem. Well, if Martinez truly is second choice, I'll keep my thoughts on Purslow and our owners to myself. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post est1874 Posted November 9, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted November 9, 2021 1 minute ago, AshVilla said: What a terrible appointment, everyone all aboard the travelling circus, I would like to see the shortlist if he's our choice. I think we will be looking for another manager in the summer lets hope were still in the prem. If we are, you can tell everyone how right you were. In the meantime, please get behind him and the team. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubberman Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Might steer clear of the next few match threads I think. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshVilla Posted November 9, 2021 Share Posted November 9, 2021 Could Purslow be his agent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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