Stu_The_Villan Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Watching ssn at the moment...those fans outside villa park are an embarrassment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWizzler Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 i think we might hear something in the next hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billy_loes Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 10minute leaders on ITV local and SSN. Protests getting coverage and if they appoint McLeishh now I shudder to think of what will happen. Who the hell is advising them?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerberus Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I'm a life-long Browns fan and became an American Villan when Lerner bought the club. I can share my feelings on Randy having watched him run the Browns for the last few years. I believe that he is an honorable man who cares about doing business the right way and also about the history, fans and legacy of both of his football teams. His nickname over here is 'Jammies' because when he took over the Browns from his recently deceased dad, he related a story of how he proudly wore his Browns pajamas as a kid. I honestly believe he has the same passion for Villa, and has shown it in his willingness to invest in the club. The story behind the Browns' last coaching change gives you an idea about Randy's weakness, however. Long story short: Randy hired Eric Mangini (not a popular choice with fans or media) Eric 'cleaned out' the Browns of high-priced, troublesome players and consequently had a terrible start to his first season...resulting in much wailing from fans and media. (American football is a bit different in that it takes much longer to turn around a team that's gone on hard times...Mangini's struggles didn't surprise some of us more level headed fans) Halfway through Mangini's first season, Randy cleaned out the General Manager that Mangini had appointed (with Randy's blessing) and hired in a football legend named Mike Holmgren as team president. Essentially hiring in a guy who would have firing power over the coach Randy had hired a half year before. To his credit, Mangini did his best to make it work but eventually failed. So, as a fan, what am I to think of Randy? The whole episode smacked of panic and knee-jerk reaction, but at the end of the day the Browns suddenly have the strongest leadership structure we've seen...well, in my 30 years of watching the team. Mind you, Holmgren and his new GM and coach haven't won anything yet, but we feel like we finally have stability. And what does this mean for Villa? Dunno. Maybe I'm trying to say that although this seems like a total clusterf*ck, I know Randy is not trying to insult fans or drive Villa into the ground. He is trying his best to get the right guy. Also, keep in mind that over here team owners usually interview many coaches before making the hire. From what I've read Randy has only interviewed McLeish...it seems everyone is assuming that automatically means an appointment, but I wouldn't be so sure. Anyway, sorry for the length of the post. Hope it sheds some light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villan501 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I just want the villa to challenge. I think the graffit ws very harse I really hope that Randy does not take it too badly and leave the club because ti be honest if I was him id be so disgusted and have to walk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norton65ca Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 ^^^ This. One interview does not an appointment make. Let's wait and see, the papers are loving this, so are the bookies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metalhead_villain Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I'm a life-long Browns fan and became an American Villan when Lerner bought the club. I can share my feelings on Randy having watched him run the Browns for the last few years. I believe that he is an honorable man who cares about doing business the right way and also about the history, fans and legacy of both of his football teams. His nickname over here is 'Jammies' because when he took over the Browns from his recently deceased dad, he related a story of how he proudly wore his Browns pajamas as a kid. I honestly believe he has the same passion for Villa, and has shown it in his willingness to invest in the club. The story behind the Browns' last coaching change gives you an idea about Randy's weakness, however. Long story short: Randy hired Eric Mangini (not a popular choice with fans or media) Eric 'cleaned out' the Browns of high-priced, troublesome players and consequently had a terrible start to his first season...resulting in much wailing from fans and media. (American football is a bit different in that it takes much longer to turn around a team that's gone on hard times...Mangini's struggles didn't surprise some of us more level headed fans) Halfway through Mangini's first season, Randy cleaned out the General Manager that Mangini had appointed (with Randy's blessing) and hired in a football legend named Mike Holmgren as team president. Essentially hiring in a guy who would have firing power over the coach Randy had hired a half year before. To his credit, Mangini did his best to make it work but eventually failed. So, as a fan, what am I to think of Randy? The whole episode smacked of panic and knee-jerk reaction, but at the end of the day the Browns suddenly have the strongest leadership structure we've seen...well, in my 30 years of watching the team. Mind you, Holmgren and his new GM and coach haven't won anything yet, but we feel like we finally have stability. And what does this mean for Villa? Dunno. Maybe I'm trying to say that although this seems like a total clusterf*ck, I know Randy is not trying to insult fans or drive Villa into the ground. He is trying his best to get the right guy. Also, keep in mind that over here team owners usually interview many coaches before making the hire. From what I've read Randy has only interviewed McLeish...it seems everyone is assuming that automatically means an appointment, but I wouldn't be so sure. Anyway, sorry for the length of the post. Hope it sheds some light. Excellent post mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Messy Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 i think we might hear something in the next hour. Talksport 23hrs ago stated that AM would sign and an announcement would be made within the next 24hrs. This announcement started this whole episode proper. Time will tell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03butpau Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Its pathetic and i dont think ive ever been this ashamed to be a villa fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b6bloke Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Just had a call that it has just been announced that an announcement tonight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamingsombrero Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Anything more been said on the noses outside the villa store? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samjp26 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 These are the times I wish I grew up as a glory hunting armchair fan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smetrov Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 I know I am repeating myself & others - but why didn't we reach an agreement with Fulham and appoint Mark Hughes ? - Seems as staggering decision as when MON didn't sign Bent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villan501 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 We all love the Villa but the highest profile manager is need with isnt AM. Randy has a bucket full of money if we get a major high profile manager or even someone with abit of difference to most manager. My choice is Rijkaard he was a awsome player who graced the biggest stages he would have the same desire as us villans. UP THE VILLA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quizme Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 We all love the Villa but the highest profile manager is need with isnt AM. Randy has a bucket full of money if we get a major high profile manager or even someone with abit of difference to most manager. My choice is Rijkaard he was a awsome player who graced the biggest stages he would have the same desire as us villans. UP THE VILLA I would also rather have Reijkaard than Mcleish, but what is to say Reijkaard is even interrested? Because Tribalfootball says so?? If Randy sees McLeish as the best man for Villa, I support him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hercs23 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 sounds like the interview going well more talks tonight according to ssn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villan501 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 OMG ssn states Lerner and Mcleish hold productive talks with more to come tonight, I wont be renuing mt ST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehardvillan Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Just had a call that it has just been announced that an announcement tonight The dreaded announcement. I wouldn't be surprised if it comes with a 'I AM LEAVING AVFC from RL.' Wouldn't be surprised after what has happened today. How will fans react then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Messy Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 OMG ssn states Lerner and Mcleish hold productive talks with more to come tonight, I wont be renuing mt ST sounds like the perfect announcement to keep people watching SSN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowlersrs Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 SSN understands there will be NO announcement tonite?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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