thenodrog Posted June 24, 2010 Posted June 24, 2010 will ince still get the blame next season or the season after,look at spurs No.... only untill Keith departs.
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67splitscreen Posted June 24, 2010 Posted June 24, 2010 I do look at Spurs, I look at the money spent, three 12 million plus strikers to start with and they let Keane leave on loan, I think if you look at the value of their squad it will be close on £60 million plus!! What would we have done with that amount of cash, wonder if Spuds will go the route of 'Arrys' other clubs, Bournemouth (admin) Southampton (admin) Pompey (admin) West Ham (almost admin) ????? Jeez! kelbo you are so kind to Harry and his Jersey Royals, In Febuary 09 the potato heads had cost 187m to assemble, which included the the signings of Keane and Defoe for a second time, only 13m less than Chelsea and 2.5m less than Utd Ours was in 17th place at 34.4m. Full list
roversfan99 Posted June 26, 2010 Posted June 26, 2010 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1289939/Sam-Allardyce-ear-marked-Al-Ahli-man-Middle-Eastern-football-map.html Sam Allardyce ear-marked by Al Ahli as man to put Middle Eastern football on the map
beerwins Posted June 26, 2010 Posted June 26, 2010 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1289939/Sam-Allardyce-ear-marked-Al-Ahli-man-Middle-Eastern-football-map.html Sam Allardyce ear-marked by Al Ahli as man to put Middle Eastern football on the map I read something a couple of weeks ago about a middle eastern club offering Sam a job, I presumed that as I had heard no more about it that he wasnt interested, strange how it has come back to light again.
Commondore Posted June 26, 2010 Posted June 26, 2010 Hmm, that's a strange one. In most other case I would call it lazy journalism, but with these middle eastern clubs you never know... Would be a suitable last job before retirement, seen through Allardyce's eyes.
beerwins Posted June 26, 2010 Posted June 26, 2010 Hmm, that's a strange one. In most other case I would call it lazy journalism, but with these middle eastern clubs you never know... Would be a suitable last job before retirement, seen through Allardyce's eyes. At his age and medical condition you really couldnt blame the guy for at least having a think about it. In my eyes Sam is still a hugely ambitious chap and having being knocked back from the England job and the way the press climbs on his back about his football ( even though we have seen most world cup teams play his way) Maybe he has had his fill of english football, it wouldnt surprise me in the slightest if Sam said he was interested although I very much doubt his wife would be over happy but the paycheck would be good and the standard of living probably wouldnt be bad either.
67splitscreen Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 In the LT on Friday, think it was, he said, he would like the takeover sorted quickly. Obvious assumption would be, additional funding Etc. Now maybe with this news, it was more of a shot across the bow of JW and the trustees.
Tim Southampton Rover Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 Usually there are 3 pundits for the world cup in Egypt, Sam Allardyce is always one of them. Today he did not come on and only graeme souness and Ian Dowie were on, they said at the start that Sam Would not be able to make it today because of "Club Commitments with Blackburn rovers"... Takeover imminent?? Taking a week's holiday in Dubai...after doing TV work...no need to be at pre-season training. Maybe this is why? Big Sam linked with a move to Ali Ahli
Guest Kamy100 Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 Hmmmmm I could see this happening, he will get a huge amount of money and he has said many times that he loves going to Dubai, he has property out there and loves the lifestyle. Also taking into account his health problems he may decide that this is feasible for him, of course by taking the job he will effectively end any chances of getting a "big" job but I guess after his heart complaint last season he may not want that kinda of pressure.
thenodrog Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 Hmmmmm I could see this happening, he will get a huge amount of money and he has said many times that he loves going to Dubai, he has property out there and loves the lifestyle. Also taking into account his health problems he may decide that this is feasible for him, of course by taking the job he will effectively end any chances of getting a "big" job but I guess after his heart complaint last season he may not want that kinda of pressure. If he has much of that then he might need a big payout. It's value must have bombed recently. That job would not suit his ambitions but maybe he's resigned himself to never managing a top 4 club or England now. btw Just think how much money the FA could have saved and how much ridicule they could have avoided if they had appointed him when SGE left as they should have?
nicko Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 I should point out that Marcelo Lippi is the guy Al Ahly want...
Backroom trueblue Posted June 27, 2010 Backroom Posted June 27, 2010 I should point out that Marcelo Lippi is the guy Al Ahly want... The story is also in 'The People' today Nicko... so is it all some journalists speculation then if they really want Lippi?.. one of your mates at the 'People' stirring it?
brfcshabba Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 I am aware this is Tribal football but the Al Ahly link is here on the 15th on June and it says he has rejected it Link
Roberto Policano Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 I should point out that Marcelo Lippi is the guy Al Ahly want... About his level after the other day!.He can manage his buddie Cannavaro again.They are trying to sign Gattuso too.
nicko Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 The story is also in 'The People' today Nicko... so is it all some journalists speculation then if they really want Lippi?.. one of your mates at the 'People' stirring it? One of Sam's mates...and another one in the Mail on Sunday doing the same story. I wonder where it came from?
Kelbo Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 One of Sam's mates...and another one in the Mail on Sunday doing the same story. I wonder where it came from? Is this a want away or is it a kick up the arse for the board/trustees to get some funds together?
nicko Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 Is this a want away or is it a kick up the arse for the board/trustees to get some funds together? A bit of both.
Rover4ever Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 I am not sure why Al Ahli are trying to get such a high profile manager....they are definitely not one of the most well endowed clubs in the UAE nor are they highly successful......
nicko Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 I am not sure why Al Ahli are trying to get such a high profile manager....they are definitely not one of the most well endowed clubs in the UAE nor are they highly successful...... The Maktoums seem to be taking a big interest in football again... Might have their eyes on a club over here too.
Bobby G Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 They will sack whoever they get within 3-12 months guaranteed or your money back.
Backroom trueblue Posted June 27, 2010 Backroom Posted June 27, 2010 The Maktoums seem to be taking a big interest in football again... Might have their eyes on a club over here too. In that article in 'The People' it did say they don't want to pay compensation to anyone.. soooooo if they bought Rovers - they could simply transfer Sam to their 'other' club
Bobby G Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 Al Maktoum's have long been linked to Liverpool here. I wouldnt be surprised if they bought them. Could also be an explanation as to why Hodgson hasnt joined yet cause they would definitely want a more glamorous name. Watch this space. No way would they go for little ol' Blackburn Rovers, when big brother owns Manchester City. They need to get the upper hand, at least in history and prestige.
nicko Posted June 27, 2010 Posted June 27, 2010 If you can wait until 11 there will be an update on this.
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