The Managerial Merry Go Round™

[Doctor Zaius]

1 hour ago, Gh0StFaC3 said:

Wasn't the prevailing view that it was all down to his assistant in the end?

 

 

His assistant was Michael Beale who has the job now. Isn't particularly pulling up any tree's. Postecoglu going and Celtic having to replace him may have given him a lifeline though. 

[FinnMag]

Postecoglou seems to be so underwhelming signing, another Spurs disaster looming? 

[Geordie Ahmed]

I've not followed his career in much detail but I've always been impressed with him when he talks

 

Carries himself well and speaks well, seems to play football the right way too (Yes I know, the right way is subjective)

 

Kind of a shame he's going to Spurs because I want him to flop 

[The Prophet]

1 minute ago, Geordie Ahmed said:

I've not followed his career in much detail but I've always been impressed with him when he talks

 

Carries himself well and speaks well, seems to play football the right way too (Yes I know, the right way is subjective)

 

Kind of a shame he's going to Spurs because I want him to flop 

 

Similar, couldn't tell you if he's a good appointment.

[FinnMag]

How many blokes have bottled job at Celtic last decades? That norwegian, whos name i allready forgot, thats all? So basically Postecoglou just did the same as managers before him…easy silverwares.

[The Prophet]

Loads of opposition fans couldn't wait to tell us how shit an appointment Eddie Howe was.

 

[gdm]

13 minutes ago, The Prophet said:

Loads of opposition fans couldn't wait to tell us how shit an appointment Eddie Howe was.

 

A lot of Newcastle fans were massively underwhelmed 

[The Bonk]

8 hours ago, GeordieDazzler said:

It sort of feels like Spurs have hit their natural ceiling and their continued dining at the top table is more about staying there rather than actively competing for honours. 
 

Their managerial appointments seemed to be made with getting top four in mind rather than winning anything, but the egos of those coaches were based on trophies and thus was always going to end in tears.

 

Levy could bet the house trying to compete but knows they would likely fall short so decides to temper the ambition each time. Business first. 
 

He’s a little bit like Ashley (albeit much more competitive) in that he’s perfectly happy just to exist in the top four and everything else is just a pipe dream. 
 

They need a sugar daddy to go any further most likely. Can’t see them replacing Kane with anyone close to his talents under their current policy. 

 

Won't most sugar daddy's dump money into Arsenal if they're interested in a North London club? Kinda their (Spuds) problem and why that ceiling is lower than their rivals. They've done pretty decent with Kane and Son, but arguably should have won a trophy with them. 

[LFEE]

21 hours ago, Ketsbaia said:

Surprised at the generally positive reaction to Postecoglu online.

 

I'm proper chuffed that he's all they could find.

I think it’s probably their smartest appointment since Poch. Think he’ll do very well. Will be interesting how he takes on the southern media.

[Geordie_once_removed]

I'll admit my ignorance upfront but wasn't he a bit of a leftfield/underwhelming appointment for Celtic?  He looks like he has done well there but so too did Lennon.

 

I smells all a bit Nuno Santos to me. Also I can't decide if it would help or hinder him if Kane was sold. Sell him and he'll be expected to successfully integrate into the team the 2/3 signings made to replace Kane's goals. We've seen time and again this isn't easy. Keep him and that is a big personality sticking up the place because he's not got his move and isn't exactly overawed by some Greek bloke who was just working in Scotland, it's a bit of a prestige drop from Conte!

 

 

Edited June 5, 2023 by Geordie_once_removed

[jackyboy]

Managers who come from Celtic or Rangers don't tend to do well in the EPL. The standards are just oceans apart as was found out by Strachan, Stevie G, McLeish who are 3 that immediately come to mind

[GeordieDazzler]

14 hours ago, The Bonk said:

 

Won't most sugar daddy's dump money into Arsenal if they're interested in a North London club? Kinda their (Spuds) problem and why that ceiling is lower than their rivals. They've done pretty decent with Kane and Son, but arguably should have won a trophy with them. 

wasn’t saying one should go there just that their ambition is likely curtailed without one 

[joeyt]

Postecoglou getting a 4 year contract. He's done very well for himself there

[r0cafella]

1 minute ago, joeyt said:

Postecoglou getting a 4 year contract. He's done very well for himself there

Aye, was thinking that too. Seems like a bit of a gamble for Spurs. 
 

Especially if Kane and Lloris go, they will lack leaders imo. 

[TRon]

Spurs have Ashley vibes these days. They want a manager to be the coach, not rock the boat with transfer demands or talk of ambition. Postecoglu is the equivalent of Pardew for them, an underwhelming appointment, and a bloke who'll be grateful for the opportunity. Although he might be slightly disappointed he didn't get an 8 year contract, but if he comes out in public support of Levy's running of the club, it could be his down the line.

[TeddySAFC]

36 minutes ago, TRon said:

Spurs have Ashley vibes these days. They want a manager to be the coach, not rock the boat with transfer demands or talk of ambition. Postecoglu is the equivalent of Pardew for them, an underwhelming appointment, and a bloke who'll be grateful for the opportunity. Although he might be slightly disappointed he didn't get an 8 year contract, but if he comes out in public support of Levy's running of the club, it could be his down the line.

Odd one Spurs mind, Postecogolu is the type of manager they probably need but for him to be successful he will need time to get his methods across. It's the polar opposite of the appointments they've made in recent years where they have looked for immediate fixes (Mourinho, Conte)

 

It shows the problem is Levy really, they lack a clear idea of what path they are working towards over the next 3-5 years.

 

He's also going to need about 8 new players, He likes progressive, front foot football which again is the opposite style of the previous managers including Espirito Santo. The likes of Holjberg, Skipp, Winks, Bissouma etc are knackered in his system.

 

 

[Guest]

Could literally go either way with him. He could be out on his arse by November, or he could have them back in the top 6 which with no European football to contend with is possible. Either wouldn't be a surprise.

 

 

Edited June 6, 2023 by Optimistic Nut

[Ritchie]

He'll be managing in the Saudi league this time next year.

[TRon]

5 minutes ago, TeddySAFC said:

Odd one Spurs mind, Postecogolu is the type of manager they probably need but for him to be successful he will need time to get his methods across. It's the polar opposite of the appointments they've made in recent years where they have looked for immediate fixes (Mourinho, Conte)

 

It shows the problem is Levy really, they lack a clear idea of what path they are working towards over the next 3-5 years.

 

He's also going to need about 8 new players, He likes progressive, front foot football which again is the opposite style of the previous managers including Espirito Santo. The likes of Holjberg, Skipp, Winks, Bissouma etc are knackered in his system.

 

 

 

I'm sure he's probably a decent coach, but he's been given that job specifically because he will be happy to do what he's told. With Chelsea and Liverpool, even though they've had bad seasons, you know they will be gunning for the CL and spend whatever it takes to get there. For Spurs, they will want that as well, but only if they can buy during the sales.

[TeddySAFC]

1 minute ago, TRon said:

 

I'm sure he's probably a decent coach, but he's been given that job specifically because he will be happy to do what he's told. With Chelsea and Liverpool, even though they've had bad seasons, you know they will be gunning for the CL and spend whatever it takes to get there. For Spurs, they will want that as well, but only if they can buy during the sales.

Can't disagree, win win for Postecogolu though I think, Could finally be the one to bring some success (maybe a trophy) or he will just get a hefty payoff with reputation still decent as everyone seems to fail under Levy.

[wiseman]

I'm a bit of a broken record here, but if Spurs give him time he will do well,I just don't see them giving him time needed to rebuild the clubs culture.

[aussiemag]

This is tough for me because I have huge admiration for Ange, but detest Spurs as a club. I do think he can do a Howe like job with that squad. 

[Ketsbaia]

Chuffed that's all they've managed to get.

[Theregulars]

The lower profile than I imagine (but can’t be sure) most of their fans and likely players wanted / expected suggests to me that Kane is off. Im not convinced any bigger name would have taken the job without Kane or guarantees about replacements and reinvestment. 

[Guest]

Might help him that there'll be little expectation compared to the last 10 years? I guess as long as he's showing signs and they're around the top 7, he'll get a chance.