jdckelly Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 from George Caulkin via some tweet longer thing to united for newcastle on twitter Couple of things. Firstly and most seriously, it's important you know that your frustration, dismay, disappointment - all those things - is understood and appreciated. It really is. It's also shared. I've watched NUFC all my life which - I'm 43, although look MUCH younger - includes a large proportion of time outside the PL and a lot of mediocrity. It's an old, old, old refrain, but I yearn for the day when supporters have a club worthy of their support. I've long since given up holding my breath. Secondly, that frustration is channeled in the media. If you've read Lee or Mark's pieces recently, you'll know that. I've written about Joe Kinnear. In the past, I've written a long piece in the paper which repeatedly stated 'Ashley Out'. At the moment, short of putting our hands around Alan Pardew's neck, shaking him vigorously and shouting "WHERE HAS THE MONEY GONE ALAN? ANSWER ME ALAN?" there's not a lot more to be done. I had a decent relationship with Derek Llambias - for all that I hated some of the decisions - and used that to get steers on signings or non-signings and was able to ask the sort of financial questions you mention. There was a plan. A structure. There's now a vacuum. Persistent attempts to get answers from Mike Ashley have got nowhere and Joe Kinnear's evidence simply isn't reliable. We can observe, attempt to explain and criticise, but the people who need to be asked 'the hard questions' aren't listening. But at least have a look and see what's out there. There's a lot of froth, I'd grant you, but there are some good, hard-hitting articles, too. Thirdly - and this is the least important part, but I want to say it anyway - I'm not on twitter to provide a rolling news service or, indeed, counselling for anger management. I'm here because I choose to be. I enjoy the conversation, the exchange of information and opinion. Sometimes it's black humour, but I'm also here to have fun. I don't want to spend my working life feeling constantly angry, because I've done that before and it's corrosive. Think of the 'joke tweets' as my way of showing my frustration. Best wishes, George. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnonel Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 from George Caulkin via some tweet longer thing to united for newcastle on twitter Couple of things. Firstly and most seriously, it's important you know that your frustration, dismay, disappointment - all those things - is understood and appreciated. It really is. It's also shared. I've watched NUFC all my life which - I'm 43, although look MUCH younger - includes a large proportion of time outside the PL and a lot of mediocrity. It's an old, old, old refrain, but I yearn for the day when supporters have a club worthy of their support. I've long since given up holding my breath. Secondly, that frustration is channeled in the media. If you've read Lee or Mark's pieces recently, you'll know that. I've written about Joe Kinnear. In the past, I've written a long piece in the paper which repeatedly stated 'Ashley Out'. At the moment, short of putting our hands around Alan Pardew's neck, shaking him vigorously and shouting "WHERE HAS THE MONEY GONE ALAN? ANSWER ME ALAN?" there's not a lot more to be done. I had a decent relationship with Derek Llambias - for all that I hated some of the decisions - and used that to get steers on signings or non-signings and was able to ask the sort of financial questions you mention. There was a plan. A structure. There's now a vacuum. Persistent attempts to get answers from Mike Ashley have got nowhere and Joe Kinnear's evidence simply isn't reliable. We can observe, attempt to explain and criticise, but the people who need to be asked 'the hard questions' aren't listening. But at least have a look and see what's out there. There's a lot of froth, I'd grant you, but there are some good, hard-hitting articles, too. Thirdly - and this is the least important part, but I want to say it anyway - I'm not on twitter to provide a rolling news service or, indeed, counselling for anger management. I'm here because I choose to be. I enjoy the conversation, the exchange of information and opinion. Sometimes it's black humour, but I'm also here to have fun. I don't want to spend my working life feeling constantly angry, because I've done that before and it's corrosive. Think of the 'joke tweets' as my way of showing my frustration. Best wishes, George. I do like mr Caulkin i admit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
9 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 The only thing that could make any sense in this total lack of spending is that the tv money etc is going back into Ashley's pocket to repay the loans to allow the club to be available forsale at a sensible price Even that seems a far to positive thought Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varadi Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 The only thing that could make any sense in this total lack of spending is that the tv money etc is going back into Ashley's pocket to repay the loans to allow the club to be available forsale at a sensible price Even that seems a far to positive thought Even if he takes back 20 million a year we're still looking at least 5 or 6 years before it gets down to a realistic value for anyone to be interested in buying. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 The only thing that could make any sense in this total lack of spending is that the tv money etc is going back into Ashley's pocket to repay the loans to allow the club to be available forsale at a sensible price Even that seems a far to positive thought No point trying to rationalise anything other than a sale of the club or the club as a sheer revenue point. The sale of the club is the only positive, albeit unlikely outcome going for this omnishambles of a club. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoppaz Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I don't care how long away the next home game is I think I might just be able to watch JFK's Assassination: Part Deux Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuy_O Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Feel sorry for him that he will get all the blame from the media. Only one man to blame. I suspect he knew what he was getting in too. He's not as daft as looks. Job duties: Undermine manager - tick Take flak away from Mike - tick Unsettle key players with daft comments - tick Embarrass NUFC fans massively - tick Take money for a favour for a mate - tick Aye. The abuse he get may be misdirected but i'm sure him and Ashley discussed that. He'll know he's in for some stick but it's mission accomplished in terms of no money being spent to a) shit on Pardew b) divert abuse from our owner. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 The irony is, we will have a bad run of games coming off this negativity, Pardew will be sacked, JFK appointed then Joe will be spouting off about how the squad is lacking and needs investment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wil Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Cant work out if its all down to Kinnear's complete and utter incompetence, or that he and Ashley are purposely undermining Pardew. Either could be true. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 bit of both for sure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuy_O Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Cant work out if its all down to Kinnear's complete and utter incompetence, or that he and Ashley are purposely undermining Pardew. Either could be true. more the latter for me. I'd be genuinely surprised if Kinnear has actually tried to sign anyone with serious intent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest reefatoon Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Cant work out if its all down to Kinnear's complete and utter incompetence, or that he and Ashley are purposely undermining Pardew. Either could be true. more the latter for me. I'd be genuinely surprised if Kinnear has actually tried to sign anyone with serious intent. The thing is though, our spineless bastard of a manager will come out and defend them as usual. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Feel sorry for him that he will get all the blame from the media. Only one man to blame. He deserves to be driven into an early grave ASAP for his mountain of lies and disparaging comments about us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Underpants Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 He deserves to be driven into an early grave ASAP for his mountain of lies and disparaging comments about us. This Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Any mugs still convinced it wasn't just a vindictive joke? The whole thing was just about ripping the piss out of the fans. As per usual. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Feel sorry for him that he will get all the blame from the media. Only one man to blame. He deserves to be driven into an early grave ASAP for his mountain of lies and disparaging comments about us. Yup. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Two hours left, Joe! http://media.giphy.com/media/J6fvZPSP8fahi/original.gif Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andybiotics Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Can't see him spouting any crap in the press for a while, tbh. Brought in to bring in signings, and manages 1 loan deal. Pathetic even for his standards. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenham Mag Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I just think he's an old man who doesn't know what he is doing and being used. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenham Mag Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 He's still a cunt mind. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Any mugs still convinced it wasn't just a vindictive joke? The whole thing was just about ripping the piss out of the fans. As per usual. Amazed that you bring in a DoF to sign players, and then sign no players. That new, even for someone that follows as many shit team as me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toon25 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Feel sorry for him that he will get all the blame from the media. Only one man to blame. He deserves to be driven into an early grave ASAP for his mountain of lies and disparaging comments about us. He's an incompetent senile old cunt who has no place in the modern game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vinny Green Balls Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I just think he's an old man who doesn't know what he is doing and being used. No matter. He comes across as a vindictive, lying sack of shit. I don't care if he is being used and doesn't know what he is doing. A lot of puppets in the world have still been odious cunts. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 He's no more a Director of Football than I am, just an egotistical delusional old pisshead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 "Best deal I done woz keeping kebabs. If it weren't for me he'd be at a top four club. Wazzat kebab mmmm would love one, I were saying to mickey the other day on his yacht...... " Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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