themanupstairs Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Unfortunately this looks like the best explanation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chopey Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. My thoughts exactly Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 We'll hear that Ashley's angry about the lack of signings no doubt. And sadly a lot of people will believe it again. This shits so easy for him it's unreal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinport53 Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Unfortunately this looks like the best explanation. He's probably been advised SD sales increase when we yoyo between the PL and championship, so decided to give it another whirl. Bad publicity is good publicity etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. Still reckon we'll be sold, then? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 He probably thinks if we get relegated it'll be like the previous two. I think he'll be in for a shock should we go down again. Fwiw if he doesn't sell up even if we stay up be prepared for a huge drop in attendances. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickthemagpie Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. It's the only conclusion that can be arrived at. The real question is why? It's driving me mad trying to work it out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 I know some don't like him and all that, but this video is from 4 and a half years ago. Replace when he says "Joe Kinnear" with "Lee Charnley" and nothing has changed whatsoever. It's utterly fucking disgraceful. https://youtu.be/Dl9byziXH30 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. My thoughts exactly Yip. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 I just think he likes to think he always knows best. It probably infuriated him that Rafa and Stavekey were trying to tell him how to run Newcastle United. He'd probably rather go down than be told he's clueless. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. Still reckon we'll be sold, then? If we stay up and keep Rafa, yeah I think there's a very good chance. Problem is inactivity this month has massively decreased the chances of both. And independently of one another. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 It clearly is spitefulness though, he fucking hates us and nearly everything he's done at the club has been a spiteful act (Shearer's bar renamed, Sport Direct Arena, the signs by the clubs name and previously on the roof of the Gallowgate, stealing the land behind the Gallowgate, stealing our merchandising profits etc...). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. Still reckon we'll be sold, then? If we stay up and keep Rafa, yeah I think there's a very good chance. Problem is inactivity this month has massively decreased the chances of both. And independently of one another. Was talked about in the totally football show today. Also, where's the takeover thread gone? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. Still reckon we'll be sold, then? If we stay up and keep Rafa, yeah I think there's a very good chance. Problem is inactivity this month has massively decreased the chances of both. And independently of one another. Was talked about in the totally football show today. Also, where's the takeover thread gone? Mike Ashley thread. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parky Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 It's nothing like that. There is no deeper plan. He just doesn't give a fuck. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheInfiniteOdyssey Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 When's the next Fans Forum supposed to be scheduled? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figures 1-0 Football Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Mitigating his losses.Why waste £20m on a striker? Gamble to stay up because he knows we have a manager capable. Stay up = sell the club at a high price with the new TV deal announced £££ Go down = come back up like we always do, add a few quid to the ‘loan’ and request a higher sum when selling us as a PL club again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heake Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. Assuming it's not spitefulness as always seems to be shot down, all I could suggest is that he's accepted he won't get what he wants in a sale and is therefore gambling that Rafa's connection with the fans keeps him here and his managerial ability keeps us up. We're just about coping so far, it's not like we're cut adrift at the bottom of the league. So it probably seems like a decent bet. He then takes the unspent transfer and TV money to top up whatever he gets from the sale, cuts and runs. I can see the logic in this, but If he has shat on Rafa (As seems the case again) his gamble is high risk, not least as it is dependent on notoriously fickle relegation scrap results / performances against clubs with better squads & a (potentially) considerably less toxic home support than he seems to be whipping up here. Probably worst of all though, we know he gets off on this kind of shit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figures 1-0 Football Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 When's the next Fans Forum supposed to be scheduled? They’ll do nothing other than find out what colour the bogs will be painted in the summer. Worthless exercise that just acts as a fake line of communication. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattoon Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 When's the next Fans Forum supposed to be scheduled? They’ll do nothing other than find out what colour the bogs will be painted in the summer. Worthless exercise that just acts as a fake line of communication. A pre-planned Q&A session where any difficult questions get you a perma-ban from all future events. A few guys sat in a room full of elephants talking about paint colours and grass length. That's if they even acknowledge we have a fan base after the year we've had under these clowns. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubaricho Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 It's nothing like that. There is no deeper plan. He just doesn't give a fuck. Yeah I don't think he's doing it out of spite or anything, I think it's literally because he doesn't really give a fuck and thinks we can stay up regardless and is willing to gamble each season now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 They're deliberately trying to relegate us, right? There's no other conceivable explanation. It's the only conclusion that can be arrived at. The real question is why? It's driving me mad trying to work it out. I can only guess that relegation hasn't had too much of a negative impact on SD share price. It's all the fat fuck cares about. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Luan, Silmani Dubravka and Mangala. It happen. Just bo-leive Reality.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattoon Posted January 29, 2018 Share Posted January 29, 2018 Isn't it about time we merge this thread with the NWOAT one? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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