Twinport53 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 I think he will leave after the season ends, unless Ashley sells up. I think he will have a good few offers and it wouldn’t surprise me to see one of or both West Ham and Everton go in for him, especially if WH stay up. He’d be a good fit for Arsenal too and I don’t think their fans would be averse to his style of football if it meant them not getting beat off shitty teams and becoming more competitive which Rafa would restore almost as default. He’s very pally with Wenger too so if he goes and the board asks him for any recommendations... Never going to Everton in a million years. It always surprises me that people who should understand local sentiment don't get this. Rafa strikes me as a very loyal sort as well, so it just wouldn't make sense. The fans here in Liverpool just wouldn't accept it like, despite HTT downplaying the rivalry. Some people I recently worked with for example, were women who didn't pay particular interest in football, but would comment on how they love Rafa for what he's done for the city / JFT96 etc and one lass even named her dog Rafa People started actively asking about NUFC as they knew where I was from and equally loved Rafa. It's similar to us, where even your nana or mam checks the football results or asks about the match despite not truly following the team. Liverpool fans hardcore or fair-weather would be absolutely livid at the possibility of Rafa managing Everton. And like Tron says, Rafa is sensible enough to appreciate that. I work a lot there and know people there on both sides of the divide. Liverpool fans absolutely adore Rafa while Evertonians respect him hugely. I think he could get away with managing Everton, of course it would bother a few Liverpool fans, but not to the point where he’d lose the respect of Liverpool fans to the point where they would hate him. I also think Rafa is tough enough and ruthless enough even to put others’ feelings aside if it meant he and his family had a good opportunity. Again I’m sure I’ve read him saying he wouldn’t have a problem managing the rival of a team he has had success at in the past and let’s face it, the rivalry between Liverpool and Everton is on a level with us and Middlesbrough for example. It’s true what you say about people of Liverpool being like the people here, even if they couldn’t name you a player, they want their club to do well and Rafa is idolised in Liverpool by all it seems. When I took the boys to the Luton FA Cup game in Jan one women on the bus said who are we playing? And then said well hopefully they will win for you boys when we got off. I imagine she couldn’t name a single player. I could see Everton being in for Rafa like and I’m certain it’s not a job he would just rule out just like that. I can’t see him going there though to be honest. Moreso as I think he may have bigger suitors should he leave us, especially abroad. I agreed with literally everything you say bar that bits I've put in bold. It's simply not true, sorry like Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Howaythetoon Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 It’s not exactly a rivalry though is it? I mean they sit together, are brothers and sisters or father and mother and it’s all a bit pretend. No doubt some take it extra seriously, but as a derby, it’s got to be one of the dullest and meakest there is. Maybe Liverpool fans would take it bad Rafa managing Everton as they love nowt better to than feeling wronged, hard done by or something to moan about. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GavMcEl Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 I think he will leave after the season ends, unless Ashley sells up. I think he will have a good few offers and it wouldn’t surprise me to see one of or both West Ham and Everton go in for him, especially if WH stay up. He’d be a good fit for Arsenal too and I don’t think their fans would be averse to his style of football if it meant them not getting beat off shitty teams and becoming more competitive which Rafa would restore almost as default. He’s very pally with Wenger too so if he goes and the board asks him for any recommendations... Never going to Everton in a million years. It always surprises me that people who should understand local sentiment don't get this. Rafa strikes me as a very loyal sort as well, so it just wouldn't make sense. The fans here in Liverpool just wouldn't accept it like, despite HTT downplaying the rivalry. Some people I recently worked with for example, were women who didn't pay particular interest in football, but would comment on how they love Rafa for what he's done for the city / JFT96 etc and one lass even named her dog Rafa People started actively asking about NUFC as they knew where I was from and equally loved Rafa. It's similar to us, where even your nana or mam checks the football results or asks about the match despite not truly following the team. Liverpool fans hardcore or fair-weather would be absolutely livid at the possibility of Rafa managing Everton. And like Tron says, Rafa is sensible enough to appreciate that. I said it before I think rafa would go to Everton if the opportunity ever arose ? It's near his home ... and when it comes to what the Liverpool fans think I'm sure it hurt them a hell of a little more when he was in charge of Chelsea ! Saying that I hope to God Ashley sells and Rafa stays in the summer Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mbemba Youre A Womble Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Anybody ever think, or worry that Ashley/Charnley will eventually cut ties with Rafa, should he not choose to leave us to go to another club.. Not in the sense that he'll be sacked, as I don't think he'd really ever find himself in a position were this board will sack him, let alone the fans ever hound him out. More the sense that he'll be offered, or pressured into a lower contract - and Rafa will be somewhat forced out, or just leave at the end of a contract... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Anybody ever think, or worry that Ashley/Charnley will eventually cut ties with Rafa, should he not choose to leave us to go to another club.. Not in the sense that he'll be sacked, as I don't think he'd really ever find himself in a position were this board will sack him, let alone the fans ever hound him out. More the sense that he'll be offered, or pressured into a lower contract - and Rafa will be somewhat forced out, or just leave at the end of a contract... The board know that Rafa in is good for the tills. I bet we're making more money matchday today than we have have done under Ashley (well taking in to account outsourcing catering etc...) He's worth the extra wages to the club, even on paper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altamullan Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 As if Arsenal fans would muster any sort of reaction like They’d sit there eating their spinach ravioli and slightly grumble every time Iwobi gives the ball away. You wot? Saying Gooners’ not bad, fam? (With acknowledgement to Arse TV). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paully Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Surely a sign that Rafa isn't planning on leaving this summer?! https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/newcastle-united-appoint-new-spanish-14414266 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinho lad Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Or simply a sign that he's carrying as normal until at least the talks in the summer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted March 15, 2018 Share Posted March 15, 2018 Rafa Benitez: "We needed to start with intensity and we did it. “We scored the goal and after, we were pushing, we were aggressive, we scored a second goal. "After the game against Bournemouth, we said: ‘We have to kill the game, we need to score the third goal’, so everything was perfect because the commitment of the players and the work-rate was fantastic, and also the way that we were playing." So negative. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez has put his contract talks on hold at St James Park, reports The Independent. Club bosses are desperate to tie the Spaniard, who brought the Toon Army back to the Premier League last season, to a longer deal, but he reportedly wants to concentrate on keeping them in the Premier League first. https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/newcastle-united-rafa-benitez-new-contract-talks-on-hold-premier-league-survival-relegation-a8259371.html Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Howaythetoon Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Keeping his options open and who could blame him... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I don't even want to think about him possibly leaving. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinport53 Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 How dare he prioritise our fight for survival over financial long term gain for the benefit of the board. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmojorisin75 Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Imagine having the nerve to ask him to extend now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infinitely Content Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 How dare he prioritise our fight for survival over financial long term gain for the benefit of the board. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Aye, it's just expected really. The press will try to make the most of it to upset the apple cart. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoot Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez has put his contract talks on hold at St James Park, reports The Independent. Club bosses are desperate to tie the Spaniard, who brought the Toon Army back to the Premier League last season, to a longer deal, but he reportedly wants to concentrate on keeping them in the Premier League first. https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/newcastle-united-rafa-benitez-new-contract-talks-on-hold-premier-league-survival-relegation-a8259371.html Pretty positive article that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelveys Hair Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Rafa wants to be at Newcastle its just a case of the club making it worthwhile for him to stay. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chopey Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Poor bastard has fell for us Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 Class Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 He just does everything right. He finds every opportunity to include people in what he's doing. Imagine how much Merino appreciated that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiresias Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 That's just lovely Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiresias Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 It's easy to see how he's kept the squad on side despite all the stuff he says in press about needing better players etc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
huss9 Posted March 17, 2018 Share Posted March 17, 2018 imagine pardew or that lip-licker carver in the photo instead of rafa. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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