TK-421 Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Just watching the video - agree with other comments, very odd to go to such extent for another 'assistant head coach'. They didn't even do that when longserving former player Steve Harper joined the coaching staff, did they? First 3 or 4 minutes was him/them drumming in that he's a geordie and a Newcastle supporter (season ticket holding family, was at Keegans first debut, etc, etc). Then his role: "I'm coming in here to help, to offer a different opinion. The longer I stay neutral the better, I think the more supportive I can be in that role. I'll always tell the truth (said whilst shaking his head), and I'll always be honest with my opinion (again, shaking head as he says that). You have to do that in the right manner, ultimately it's up to Steve whether he uses that opinion or that advice, or little bits of it to help us going forward." Then last bit, all about bigging up his CV, his time with Belgium, etc. Then talking about this squad, calloing them good players, and finding a system to suit them. Yep, definitely talking like he's got bigger remit/plans than just being a 'neutral' here to offer bits of advice, that might not even be taken. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 The coverage the club have given this, and in turn the coverage it's allowed the local media to allocate, is really weird like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pixelphish Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 The coverage the club have given this, and in turn the coverage it's allowed the local media to allocate, is really weird like. Really does paint the picture they're trying to undermine Bruce to force him out the door. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoot Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Bruce's replacement. All the coverage for just a coach? He's here to give a neutral opinion? Very strange. I think he's here to takeover as caretaker manager when the inevitable happens to cabbage head. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 It’s a bizarre situation. Only thing I can see is that he is effectively manager because they don’t want to pay Bruce off and he won’t resign. Haven’t a clue who in the club would propose a move like this either. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 It’s a bizarre situation. Only thing I can see is that he is effectively manager because they don’t want to pay Bruce off and he won’t resign. Haven’t a clue who in the club would propose a move like this either. Really? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 It’s a bizarre situation. Only thing I can see is that he is effectively manager because they don’t want to pay Bruce off and he won’t resign. Haven’t a clue who in the club would propose a move like this either. Really? Apparently it was Graham Carr. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnMag Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 There is no way that SB keeps his job till end of the season. He cant turn this ship around. Who will be his replacement...Howe, Pearson? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 There is no way that SB keeps his job till end of the season. He cant turn this ship around. Who will be his replacement...Howe, Pearson? ...Jones Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 The way Jones was talking it seems he's been brought in to take over for sure. The bit he says about getting the best players on the pitch and getting the best out of them was very interesting, when you consider how Bruce has been slating the players after having spent £100 million since coming in. I'm pretty sure MA did not appreciate that. Jones has a lot of really good experience with Martinez but his managerial experience is very light. Bringing him in after sacking Bruce would bring a lot more scrutiny rather than bringing him in initially as assistant head coach and then letting him take over once Bruce is gone. I think he'll eventually take over as manager and I am all for it. Far more hope under him than Bruce IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 The way Jones was talking it seems he's been brought in to take over for sure. The bit he says about getting the best players on the pitch and getting the best out of them was very interesting, when you consider how Bruce has been slating the players after having spent £100 million since coming in. I'm pretty sure MA did not appreciate that. Jones has a lot of really good experience with Martinez but his managerial experience is very light. Bringing him in after sacking Bruce would bring a lot more scrutiny rather than bringing him in initially as assistant head coach and then letting him take over once Bruce is gone. I think he'll eventually take over as manager and I am all for it. Far more hope under him than Bruce IMO. Fucking hell, from Rafa Benitez to some cunt who nearly relegated Luton out of the Championship. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Luton are shite are they not? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 In the meantime I doubt he will even be trying to advise Bruce. As he says he will just be giving a neutral opinion. Think initially he will just be getting a good sense of the players we have and exactly how rotten the current training sessions are, so he can formulate a plan for when Bruce gets tossed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Nice to finally meet Steve's replacement. Hope he settles in nicely. I didnt think I could dislike Bruce any more but now that the club have literally slapped him in the face, told him hes shit by appointing someone who knows how to coach, how has he not quit? Quite the fucking coward. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 The way Jones was talking it seems he's been brought in to take over for sure. The bit he says about getting the best players on the pitch and getting the best out of them was very interesting, when you consider how Bruce has been slating the players after having spent £100 million since coming in. I'm pretty sure MA did not appreciate that. Jones has a lot of really good experience with Martinez but his managerial experience is very light. Bringing him in after sacking Bruce would bring a lot more scrutiny rather than bringing him in initially as assistant head coach and then letting him take over once Bruce is gone. I think he'll eventually take over as manager and I am all for it. Far more hope under him than Bruce IMO. Fucking hell, from Rafa Benitez to some cunt who nearly relegated Luton out of the Championship. Yes, you'd better believe it. This is life under MA. And as shocking as it sounds it would still be a step up from the current situation under Bruce! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Luton are shite are they not? Apparently they improved dramatically after he left. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 In the meantime I doubt he will even be trying to advise Bruce. As he says he will just be giving a neutral opinion. Think initially he will just be getting a good sense of the players we have and exactly how rotten the current training sessions are, so he can formulate a plan for when Bruce gets tossed. Imagine his face when he looks at the weeks calendar. Monday: Breakfast and a wind down session after a tough weekend. Tuesday: Get beat off Leeds Wednesday: Throw a ball on the training pitch and ask the players to roll up their sleeves. Thursday: Kebabs Friday: Wind down session after Kebabs and beers. Saturday: Get stuffed. Sunday: Well earned day off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shearergol Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Isn't he just going to be spending a few weeks reporting back to Ashley on whether this is Bruce's fault or the players? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Isn't he just going to be spending a few weeks reporting back to Ashley on whether this is Bruce's fault or the players? Weeks? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdm Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 The way Jones was talking it seems he's been brought in to take over for sure. The bit he says about getting the best players on the pitch and getting the best out of them was very interesting, when you consider how Bruce has been slating the players after having spent £100 million since coming in. I'm pretty sure MA did not appreciate that. Jones has a lot of really good experience with Martinez but his managerial experience is very light. Bringing him in after sacking Bruce would bring a lot more scrutiny rather than bringing him in initially as assistant head coach and then letting him take over once Bruce is gone. I think he'll eventually take over as manager and I am all for it. Far more hope under him than Bruce IMO. If this guy is really being brought in to be the manager it’s a worse appointment than kinnear. At least kinnear was an actual manager. This guy failed in the championship, even Bruce was doing a reasonable job in the championship ffs I’ll never understand Mike Ashley and I’d rather not have to try Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 The way Jones was talking it seems he's been brought in to take over for sure. The bit he says about getting the best players on the pitch and getting the best out of them was very interesting, when you consider how Bruce has been slating the players after having spent £100 million since coming in. I'm pretty sure MA did not appreciate that. Jones has a lot of really good experience with Martinez but his managerial experience is very light. Bringing him in after sacking Bruce would bring a lot more scrutiny rather than bringing him in initially as assistant head coach and then letting him take over once Bruce is gone. I think he'll eventually take over as manager and I am all for it. Far more hope under him than Bruce IMO. If this guy is really being brought in to be the manager it’s a worse appointment than kinnear. At least kinnear was an actual manager. This guy failed in the championship, even Bruce was doing a reasonable job in the championship ffs I’ll never understand Mike Ashley and I’d rather not have to try I know nowt about this guy but I'd rather give a chance to a somewhat progressive coach, even if he turns out shit, than a 90s dinosaur or PL has been. I'm not so sure his Luton spell is a fair assessment. Only in MA world would this be the choice mind. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 I still think we go down regardless of if it’s Bruce staying or Jones taking over, both massively out of their depth here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 MA proper runs this place like an office. "Hi guys, this is Jonesy. Hes from accounts. Hes not here to get in the way. Hes here to help out." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 I still think we go down regardless of if it’s Bruce staying or Jones taking over, both massively out of their depth here. I feel Bruce being sacked would give the players enough of a lift to get the points required. Says nowt about the future of the club though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shearergol Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 Isn't he just going to be spending a few weeks reporting back to Ashley on whether this is Bruce's fault or the players? Weeks? Yeah, Bruce won't last long now. Have faith. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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