NG32 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 In context with the rest of the statement it doesn't hit as bad...but it's there and when you stop and dissect it...it's clear he's currently in the dark with what's going on. An absolutely disgraceful way to treat a man of his calibre, especially as he could improve your business tenfold. They really are scum. Did the same with two established club legends. Why would he care about a guy that's been here 1 1/2 seasons. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I dont think Ashley likes anybody- subordinates, Mps , customers holding him to account tbh. Obviously not, that's why he's been hiring lickspittles for the past 10 years. That said, it ended up costing him a lot of money when it backfired. He's already described Rafa as a very impressive man so he knows what he's dealing with, if he wants competency he'll have to be prepared for some home truths from that very impressive man he hired. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Didn't someone tell Rafa that it's not even August yet? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Prepare yourselves, people. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Really wish this would come to a head one way or another now, either he stays and we can actually enjoy being a supporter, or he walks and we hate Ashley and want us to lose every week again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 That doesn't sound good. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Not even sure my avatar is right anymore Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinport53 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Really wish this would come to a head one way or another now, either he stays and we can actually enjoy being a supporter, or he walks and we hate Ashley and want us to lose every week again. If Rafa goes we wont exist every week to most fans, until Mike fucks off Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Personally I think the only reason that Rafa is still here is the fans, and that he's fallen in love with Newcastle. He will give the club as much of a chance as possible, he really wants to make something good of this club for the fans and himself, long term. However he won't give it unlimited amount of time or patience, and I'm afraid the cup is about to be full. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlito Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 http://i.imgur.com/XMtgJwE.gif This clearly isn't going to end well, is it... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG32 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 http://i.imgur.com/XMtgJwE.gif This clearly isn't going to end well, is it... perfect ending... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interpolic Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 July has been the worst Christmas ever. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 At a guess it seems like Rafa is asking for specific players, the prices are high and the club are trying to get him to go for cheaper alternatives. He's sticking to his guns and now there's a stand-off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 "Gerry Francis' black and white army" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy84 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figures 1-0 Football Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Those comments put huge pressure on Ashley to deliver, nobody has done that to him before and it'll be interesting to see how he responds. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HawK Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 July has been the worst Christmas ever. Well, of all the managers I've ever seen speak publically, e.g. interviews etc., Rafa Benitez is probably the most careful and deliberate in what he says. Every single word is spoken for a purpose. Rafa knows football politics incredibly well, this is his way of kicking Lee up the bum through Mike imo. It's a bold move but unfortunately necessary. When you have a glorified secretary in charge of transfer negotiations it's never going to go well. Wonder how long Rafa will put up with this shit, that's the question. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Like someone said before, I just fucking want this to be done, one way or another. Sick of this shit! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Like someone said before, I just fucking want this to be done, one way or another. Sick of this shit! I'm sort of relaxed about it, I've decided I won't be following us if Rafa is forced out. I know it's a defence mechanism, but it's all I've got. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronaldo Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 So this time there is quotes and once again Rafa has to resort to using the media to force their hand. Pathetic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinport53 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Those comments put huge pressure on Ashley to deliver, nobody has done that to him before and it'll be interesting to see how he responds. Pardew regularly held him to account IIRC. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Stating the obvious, but until Ashley's gone there'll never be a true end to anything and we're just winning and losing smaller battles. The whole point of ousting Pardew and McLaren was so that we could get someone like Rafa. Now if he's being dicked about and leaves, the only positive is more people onside for match walk outs and boycotts to try and oust Ashley. My fear - beyond Rafa leaving obviously - is that Ashley brings someone else in and the fans just get on with 'supporting the team not the regime' Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Like someone said before, I just f***ing want this to be done, one way or another. Sick of this s***! I'm sort of relaxed about it, I've decided I won't be following us if Rafa is forced out. I know it's a defence mechanism, but it's all I've got. I've decided the same mate. The "uncertainty" is just frustrating (inevitable might be a better word) and want us to either move forward where everyone's happy, or get closure and move on with my life without Newcastle and cheese tits in charge. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Those comments put huge pressure on Ashley to deliver, nobody has done that to him before and it'll be interesting to see how he responds. Pardew regularly held him to account IIRC. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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