Eastie Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 24 minutes ago, hippo said: You're not alone. I don't think he will ever be totally accepted by the villa fanbase. Same things were said about JT -he will win people over if he conducts himself the same way 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lochheads twin Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 I have seen an advance copy of the press release. I just love the bit where he says " I always dreamed of playing for the Villa but was never fortunate enough to have that privilege" If he (Steven Gerrard) is to be the chosen one, the sooner he takes over the better. I wish him all the best. UTV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meregreen Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 16 minutes ago, HKP90 said: He did it in Europe with Aberdeen! He won 3 titles 4 domestic cups and 1 European trophy……..so not just Europe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Salad Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Apparently it is basically done so he has my full support. Still have my reservations but of course hopefully they are all for naught. Make it so SG. UTV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 3 minutes ago, avfc1982am said: You are aware that this post is up there for crazy?? Culture, Community, Identity....But the season nobody could get in the ground, when there was no community or culture was one of your most enjoyable...Crackers you are! Way to miss the point, yoda. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 If he can instill some of his midfielder ethos into ours, it will go a long way. I've seen McGinn have games where he is almost Gerrard esque ( But just off with all the final product bits - lol ). I reckon he could improve Ginny immensely! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKP90 Posted November 11, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted November 11, 2021 1 minute ago, meregreen said: He won 3 titles 4 domestic cups and 1 European trophy……..so not just Europe. Well yeah, but I was pointing out Europe so no one would say 'tinpot league'. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 6 minutes ago, Eastie said: I think they’ve gone for potential rather than the finished package - a gamble on both sides but let’s hope it pays off All managers are a gamble, so the point for me is pointless, pardon the pun. It all boils down to this......Folk can either see the posibilities in Gerrard or they can't....some will have to wait, and see evidence, I get that. For me his whole demeanor spells success...I think there will be many, who will be surprised.... but don't expect miracles too soon. I am as sure as sure can be, this will prove to be a turning point for us....His presence is larger than life and his drive, preceeds him....He attracts winners too. I know exactly what we will get with SG and I am excited to see it. I believe, it will prove to be an inspired appointment and the confidence from the owners, will only manifest a huge transfer budget. I really do, fail to see any negatives here. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgyknees Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Behind him - even if I have doubts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudevillaisnice Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Confirmed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMightyVillans Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Time to open the other thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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meregreen Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Great. Now for the hard bit. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awol Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 Gerrard is bottom of my list for new managers, but if he’s Purslow’s man, (and better than Zidane) then so be it. Hopefully he can inspire the squad, bring some fresh ideas and get them performing to a higher level. Shouldn’t hurt when attracting new players in Jan either. We go again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadyexists Posted November 11, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted November 11, 2021 42 minutes ago, avfc1982am said: ahaa!!! Oh gawd, I’m going to have to change my profile pic. Almost as shocking as the pedestrianisation of Norwich city centre 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastie Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 3 minutes ago, TRO said: All managers are a gamble, so the point for me is pointless, pardon the pun. It all boils down to this......Folk can either see the posibilities in Gerrard or they can't....some will have to wait, and see evidence, I get that. For me his whole demeanor spells success...I think there will be many, who will be surprised.... but don't expect miracles too soon. I am as sure as sure can be, this will prove to be a turning point for us....His presence is larger than life and his drive, preceeds him....He attracts winners too. I know exactly what we will get with SG and I am excited to see it. I believe, it will prove to be an inspired appointment and the confidence from the owners, will only manifest a huge transfer budget. I really do, fail to see any negatives here. I’m happy with him coming , change had to be made and it’s early enough in the season to give him time to assess the squad before the next window - I think we will see the new manager bounce as players fight to prove themselves 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveAV1 Posted November 11, 2021 Share Posted November 11, 2021 4 minutes ago, lexicon said: I'm with you, Nick. For some, winning seems to be the be all and end all of supporting a club. For others, it's more than that - there's a sense of culture, community and identity there, which is more important than just being successful. Last season was one of, if not the most enjoyable I've ever had as a Villa fan. I understand what you’re saying but for most it’s somewhere in the middle. Cultural identity, the thing that the likes of Man City etc lack, along with a feeling of being in touch with the average fan we obviously had on abundance with Dean. However we can’t just ignore winning football matches, otherwise you or me could probably do the job. Being one of us just isn’t enough, unless we’re happy with us being a nice lower league club. I don’t think many people would like that. It doesn’t have to be all one or the other, we can be a winning top football club and still retain a cultural identity. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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