He left a Championship club to go to a Premiership one where he has family nearby. What's so bad about that? I'm sure Sheff Wed wouldn't think twice getting rid of Bruce if results went wrong or could be guaranteed promotion with a different manager. He's done ok so far.
If Ashley wasn't bothered about whether or not the fans enjoyed the games he would attend the games himself. It also has an effect on his pocket, so even more reason to want the fans to enjoy the games.
Almiron was cack under Rafa as well. He runs around a lot then either shoots woefully or loses the ball. Very greedy player also. He could have had a good few assists by now instead of wasting chance after chance.
Even with the disruption we've had (Rafa saga, new players joining late, injuries, fixtures against top teams early and Bruce's 'tactics') we aren't far adrift so I'm quite hopeful for over the course of the season.