Frank Lampard Rumours (290 Viewers)

[ricohroar]

Can those handing in season tickets please leave seat numbers here and let us know collection post code?

 

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[SkyBlueDom26]

Because you need to follow due process.

People apply for job
You create a shortlist
You interview
You agree a contract

Lot's of teams take longer

I get that but if he knew it was his man all along why didn’t he just get him in earlier….just seems a bit odd

 

[usskyblue]

 

[Chris1987]

I get that but if he knew it was his man all along why didn’t he just get him in earlier….just seems a bit odd

Who's to say he did and how quickly did you expect the appointment?

 

[Bernie Rhodes Nose]

Particularly like how the journo has picked a photo where Lampard looks like he's about to cry.

He's not the only one

 

[SkyBlueDom26]

Who's to say he did and how quickly did you expect the appointment?

If it’s a 2 week international break I’d have hoped as soon as possible, want him in and preparing the team

 

[Mucca Mad Boys]

I genuinely think Lampard was probably the most qualified manager in the hat. Personally, would’ve preferred RVN but I never felt like he was down for it. From his perspective, I felt like he was holding out for a lower end Prem/upper Championship job.

As for Lampard, this is make or break for his career to be honest. If he fails with us, his stock plummets. Of the two managers, RVN definitely has more to lose.

 

[Ccfcisparks]

King obviously doesn’t read the forum otherwise he would have seen only 20% of us would be happy with Lampard

 

[HuckerbyDublinWhelan]

When does the Taxi for Lampard thread start?

 

[Shannerz]

A man whose managerial successes amount to a grand total of absolutely fuck all.

If this is true, I am genuinely pissed off.

 

[SkyBlueDom26]

Does betting suspended genuinely mean it’s happening or is it just a reaction to that random tweet

 

[Chris1987]

A man whose managerial successes amount to a grand total of absolutely fuck all.

If this is true, I am genuinely pissed off.

Who's your suggestion then ?

 

[BackRoomRummermill]

Betting not available any more on Sky bet - is it just me it says event complete ?

 

[Chris1987]

Betting not available any more on Sky bet - is it just me it says event complete ?

No. It says event not available

 

[Chris1987]

Does betting suspended genuinely mean it’s happening or is it just a reaction to that random tweet

It usually means that they aren't prepared to accept any additional liabilities due to information they have received from a source they regard as being credible

 

[BackRoomRummermill]

No. It says event not available

Ok but was does it mean in terms of the whole thing ?

 

[David O'Day]

I get that but if he knew it was his man all along why didn’t he just get him in earlier….just seems a bit odd

he didn't, this is the point

 

[Chris1987]

Ok but was does it mean in terms of the whole thing ?

See my post above

 

[SkyBlueDom26]

It usually means that they aren't prepared to accept any additional liabilities due to information they have received from a source they regard as being credible

Hope it’s Frank but I’ve still got a feeling there’s some more twists in this yet

 

[David O'Day]

Also as always wait for a more credible source than a cosplay "journalist"

 

[Shannerz]

I genuinely think Lampard was probably the most qualified manager in the hat.

What do you mean by 'qualified'?

That he's the most experienced? If so, then in terms of games managed, then possibly, but none of that experience was anything other than underwhelming.

If he'd have been a lesser player but with the same managerial record, there's no way he would be anywhere near contention.

 

[procdoc]

Been told it is indeed Lampard. You heard the same @Saddlebrains ?

 

[Domo]

i mean, if true, there wasnt a huge amount of contenders to pick from were there.

 

[SkyBlueDom26]

Also as always wait for a more credible source than a cosplay "journalist"

Still got a feeling there’s twists in this yet

 

[BackRoomRummermill]

Anyone got a bet on with Sky Bet what does it say on the bet ?

 

[Mucca Mad Boys]

A man whose managerial successes amount to a grand total of absolutely fuck all.

If this is true, I am genuinely pissed off.

All due respect to Robins, his achievements before coming to us amount to nothing of note. Lampard has made a playoff and FA cup final as well as a Top 4 Prem finish. That’s going to be a higher calibre than any other manager in the hat.

RVN had a good run at Man U, finished 2nd at PSV and won the cup. Is that much better than Lampard’s record? It’s not clear cut and RVN has recency bias; he did well in his short-term stint as Man U interim, what does this look like over 12-24 months as Lampard got at Chelsea.

I’m not 100% sold on any candidate to be honest. Managers are like buying stock, Lampard is at a low point because of his stints at Everton and Chelsea (the former being not too bad) and RVN is on a high. In 12-18 months people could be saying the same things about RVN as they are about Lampard in this moment.

What ever will be, will be. I’ll back the new manager 100%.

 

[Bernie Rhodes Nose]

Ron Atkinson? Peter Reid?

Jimmy Hill on a white horse.

 

[Otis]

When does the Taxi for Lampard thread start?

The Tank for Frank you mean?

 

[Chris1987]

Anyone got a bet on with Sky Bet what does it say on the bet ?

It won't say anything , it will just be listed as an open bet. Nothing will change until there is an official announcement

 

[BackRoomRummermill]

The Tank for Frank you mean?

Hahahaha

 

[Shannerz]

All due respect to Robins, his achievements before coming to us amount to nothing of note.

Apart from a very promising stint with us.

We were also about to be relegated to the fourth division. It's not the same.

 

[BackRoomRummermill]

It won't say anything , it will just be listed as an open bet. Nothing will change until there is an official announcement

Ok cheers - I am intrigued - I have not bet myself - thanks

 

[The watchmaker]

When does the Taxi for Lampard thread start?

I reckon the fans will give him til the Cardiff game at least.

 

[Badge72]

Anyone got a bet on with Sky Bet what does it say on the bet ?

Nothing. Bet still open.

 

[procdoc]

Lampard wasn’t anyone’s first choice. Most of us would have kept Robins.
However
He has got to a playoff final previously
Lead Chelsea to a top 4 finish
Has the capability of bringing in good loans
Was a world class player and will be respected by the players

Yes his second season at Chelsea was poor. Everton let’s face it no one has done any better since. Even Ancelotti failed there.

Would he have been my first choice? No. But he’s hardly a failure like some are making out