Wullie Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 I really don't understand why they are doing this I do. It's because they are: a) really nasty arseholes and b) completely incompetent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufcjb Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 SSN jumped the gun really. They said their sources said McClaren set to be sacked and will not be in charge against Leicester. Now it says 'unlikely' to be in charge. Update at 4. No idea what happened to that supposed meeting between McClaren and Charnley after training since McClaren has gone home. Maybe he was informed already but club to release statement today? His face when he left was liked a man who just lost his job though. A 11.00 pm statement from the club? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ads Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Titles need updating to reflect the cluster-fuck of uncertainty. Steve McClaren - still here... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 I really don't understand why they are doing this, if they want to replace him remove him now, not wait until the replacement says yes. If they have no faith in him, then he's gone anyway, what harm would it do for the backroom staff to manage the next game or two. At least its clean then when talking to his potential replacements. This situation does nothing but harm to Newcastle's reputation. Was just about to post something similar. Absolutely no point in keeping him on. In the long run, it seems more harmful than finally settling for our 3rd, 4th, 10th choice replacement. He's not going to be focusing on his job. I mean, he hasn't done that for a while, anyway. The fans are going to grow more and more restless. Plus the players are going to be even more demotivated, if that is actually possible. They've finally come to the conclusion that he is shit and he has to go. So why is he still in charge? Are they honestly considering leaving him as coach, should we fail to get Benitez, Moyes, Rodgers etc.......... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Why would they wait all this time and then sack him before Rafa's signed? It's stupid, but it's not unexpected or any reason to panic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Why would they wait all this time and then sack him before Rafa's signed? It's stupid, but it's not unexpected or any reason to panic. Yep, nothing's changed except things are taking a bit longer than we want. No surprise there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Why would they wait all this time and then sack him before Rafa's signed? It's stupid, but it's not unexpected or any reason to panic. It's as if they can only do one thing at a time, they're incompetent morons. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 So if Rafa doesn't sign, what then? We go to plan B? If they're going to get rid of McClaren, they might as well do it now. If they think, like the rest of us, that he isn't good enough. Then they should be putting a caretaker in charge and getting shot of him. There is literally no point in him carrying on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 This is fucking stupid. Maybe Lee can get Graham to pass Steve a note in English class to see if he'll fuck off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holloway Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Can't sack,hire or loan without the place reeking of shit to the high heavens,man Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 So if Rafa doesn't sign, what then? We'll have some really awkward board meetings Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayson Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Why would they wait all this time and then sack him before Rafa's signed? It's stupid, but it's not unexpected or any reason to panic. They're just trying to avoid leaving themselves exposed. Rafa has more leverage if we have no manager, he has loads as it is right now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiseman Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 I'd not be surprised if they sack him from coaching, but keep him on the board so they don't hurt his feelings to much. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 I'd not be surprised if they sack him from coaching, but keep him on the board so they don't hurt his feelings to much. He would never accept that, surely. Would be unbearable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberts Mustache Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 What is the point of keeping McClaren hanging around? How is he or the players supposed to be motivated after this? "Allright lads, I know some of you got exicted by the Benitez-talk but guess what - I'm still here! We continue with the same setup as the B'mouth game. Come on now!" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 I'd not be surprised if they sack him from coaching, but keep him on the board so they don't hurt his feelings to much. He would never accept that, surely. Would be unbearable. ....him just standing near the water cooler with Rafa in his seat Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 What is the point of keeping McClaren hanging around? How is he or the players supposed to be motivated after this? "Allright lads, I know some of you got exicted by the Benitez-talk but guess what - I'm still here! We continue with the same setup as the B'mouth game. Come on now!" Nee training tomorrow innit? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 They just realised the Steve McClaren on the board is not a different Steve McClaren to the one coaching us and have to work out two compensation packages. It is probably not particularly straight forward. Maybe they want him to stay as part of the set up still. Cue Rafa fucking Charnley and us off within the next 24 hours. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoot Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Funny how Sky said he WAS sacked but have totally changed that now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 They'll sack him. To be fair to the total wankers, they got loads of grief for not having something in place when Pardew went, so they'll want to ensure everything is sorted with the replacement before doing anything. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LionOfGosforth Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 They just realised the Steve McClaren on the board is not a different Steve McClaren to the one coaching us and have to work out two compensation packages. It is probably not particularly straight forward. Maybe they want him to stay as part of the set up still. Cue Rafa f***ing Charnley and us off within the next 24 hours. If that wasn't one of the stupidest f***ing ideas of all time, I don't know what would qualify. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 What is the point of keeping McClaren hanging around? How is he or the players supposed to be motivated after this? "Allright lads, I know some of you got exicted by the Benitez-talk but guess what - I'm still here! We continue with the same setup as the B'mouth game. Come on now!" Nee training tomorrow innit? Wait, so Sunday was just light training (if at all) as it's the day after a game, Monday was off and now Friday is off as well? Nee fucking wonder we're 19th Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickthemagpie Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 What is the point of keeping McClaren hanging around? How is he or the players supposed to be motivated after this? "Allright lads, I know some of you got exicted by the Benitez-talk but guess what - I'm still here! We continue with the same setup as the B'mouth game. Come on now!" Nee training tomorrow innit? Wait, so Sunday was just light training (if at all) as it's the day after a game, Monday was off and now Friday is off as well? Nee f***ing wonder we're 19th So was Saturday. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 What is the point of keeping McClaren hanging around? How is he or the players supposed to be motivated after this? "Allright lads, I know some of you got exicted by the Benitez-talk but guess what - I'm still here! We continue with the same setup as the B'mouth game. Come on now!" Nee training tomorrow innit? Wait, so Sunday was just light training (if at all) as it's the day after a game, Monday was off and now Friday is off as well? Nee f***ing wonder we're 19th So was Saturday. Fair point Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parky Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 Trying to keep him hanging around till Rafa signs doesn't really make sense. Ginge's mind is clean blown by the last 24hrs anyway. I understand they are erring on the side of safety but it's a ridiculous scenario. Normal clubs get a new manager deal done on the QT and everything falls into place with the victim having little idea what is about to happen till he's called in to be brayed. This is the only reason I am a bit worried. The Rafa thing seems slapdash and poorly executed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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