[Archived] Steve Kean's Future Set To Be Discussed

[hesfromburn]

We are talking Venkys here.. and Rovers who lack 90% of your normal bunch of execs (do we not only have an FD atm).. so next week sometime we may hear that with gratitude he has been releaved of his post.. and we will go down with his little ship when he comes forth and tells the world of their dodgy dealings that he was central to.. of course those dealings involved foreign agencies/agents and nothing to do with Kentaro/SEM because Jerome worked all week and slept at the ground to hire unknown people from all over the world for nothing except the warm feeling he gave 1.6m for a 400k player and unknown sum for lil ol formica with of course no return.

TBH most of what you say is conjecture, even though I understand where you are coming from. If Kean isnt COMPLETELY removed from the club I will agree with you that 'dodgy dealings' is the only thing left that makes sence.

BUT if it is down to fact Mrs Desai has the final say on matters and she has been falling for keans slimey lies then anything could happen but as you say we only have an FD at the moment, and if they wanted to put things right why would they have sacked paul hunt...

My opinion at the moment is that Balaji seems to know what needs to be done but is bound by Desai because for some stupid reason she is the final decision maker - this in itself is ridiculous and unbelievable but I think that is what we are and have been dealing with - complete naivity and stupidity from a group of idiots who have inherited their fathers once succsessful business and have made a complete hash of it and should never have undetaken buying a football club.

[Salgado Is A Hero]

I imagine if Kean does go then ppl's opinions on where this leaves us with Venky's will vary. Personally, a new good manager, some resemblance of a board in place, some investment, an apology for past mistakes and an outline of future plans will mean I am willing to give them another shot.

I know I will not be alone in this thinking but there will also be a lot of fans who want them gone regardless, and understandably so. We should defo think about some sort of poll based on season ticket renewals or whatever to establish the general thinking if Kean goes.

Goes out of the club that is.... no-one is up for any of this director of football b/sh1t.

Loving Kamy's post about Curbishley and Holloway.....still not getting my hopes up tho.

[Atko Aggro]

Going to bed happy for once to dream of any experienced manager taking over my beloved club. If I wake tomorrow to a nightmare of Kean as Director Of Football with Les Reed as manager start the riot without me and I'll join in as soon as I've finished my morning coffee.

[dave birch]

I realise it probably won't happen, but a bit of swallowing of pride , inviting John Williams and Tom Finn back would be one way of straightening the ship and go along way to rectifying the wrongs of the past 18 months.

[Steve Moss]

A couple of reliable sources telling me that Venketesh met Alan Curbishley last Sunday at the Royal Kensington Hotel, while Balaji prefers Holloway, but has been told by his reps that him being interested is dependent on the result tomorrow.

We can move to potential new managers once Kean sacking is confirmed (which it isn't at the moment). To get a decent manager almost certain that Venky's will have to change the way they have been working over the last 18 months, no chance any decent manager will accept the Job if Venky's don't change the way they work.

Anyhow, let's get Kean confirmed first and then move on from there.

If Venkys sack Kean, and appoint either Curbishley or Holloway as manager, I would definitely give them another chance. And to prove my renewed good will, I'd buy this season's shirt AND this coming season's shirt.

I'm starting to come round to Balaji (cautiously). Its clear he is the one that tried hardest to sort out the terrible mess.

He's wanted Kean out since before Wigan Away -Only his stubborn sister prevented it.

It's clear Rovers means more to him than it does the rest of the owners.

IF he delivers on his promises (His last interview) then he MAYBE he deserves some credit.

Balaji seems the most concerned about the club. I hope Mrs. D's continued support of a failure has strengthened his hands when it comes to football matters.

Not sure we're a sideways step. Brockhall is fantastic, a lot better than Blackpool's facilities. Bigger stadium, bigger profile, bigger fanbase, bigger club generally = more potential. I'd say we still have better players even if a lot of the good ones go, it's just that we've been managed by a complete tit for 18 months who would make Messi look average. Also lots of talent in the youth team. Obviously it all depends on the club building some trust with the fans again to get us back to Ewood. If they sack Kean that would be a start and would suggest that the lack of ST renewals is a big worry for them.

I can see Holloway considering Rovers a step up from Blackpool, especially if Venkys commits to even a modest transfer budget.

If Kean has gone I think a lot of fans will give Venkys more time.

I think, and hope, this is true but a lot depends on whom they appoint as a replacement manager.

[Majiball]

I can see Holloway considering Rovers a step up from Blackpool, especially if Venkys commits to even a modest transfer budget.

Blackpool are akin to Plymouth, He'd jump at the chance of Rovers.

Provided Pool lose to The Spammers.

[Neal]

Holloway would say... "Work for those jokers?? Not a chance".

Without doubt.

[bluebruce]

Holloway would say... "Work for those jokers?? Not a chance".

Without doubt.

He'd say he's mad, but not that mad.

[chaddyrovers]

It's got to be Curbishley for me. Solid manager, no bullsihit. Start the re-building process. Diligent and honest. Just what us Blackburn folk are about. Am I getting carried away here thinking that Venky's will do something right?

He is a Soild manager who has vast experience of getting teams propmote and keeping them up.

I have put him on my shortlist because of 2 reasons. First one is didn't think he would move up North and second reason is didn't think he would drop to Championship to get a job.

A couple of reliable sources telling me that Venketesh met Alan Curbishley last Sunday at the Royal Kensington Hotel, while Balaji prefers Holloway, but has been told by his reps that him being interested is dependent on the result tomorrow.

We can move to potential new managers once Kean sacking is confirmed (which it isn't at the moment). To get a decent manager almost certain that Venky's will have to change the way they have been working over the last 18 months, no chance any decent manager will accept the Job if Venky's don't change the way they work.

Anyhow, let's get Kean confirmed first and then move on from there.

Wouldn't have a problem if Holloway was appoint either. Alot depends on whether they get promote today.

I see that Venketesh and Balaji have got more involve recently. Wonder if the Rao's brothers really push for the Sacking of Kean when we are yet to confirm?

[arbitro]

One of the best things to come out of this sorry mess and Keangate is that there is a very good chance he has made himself virtually unemployable in this country. Perhaps there is a Syrian team out there looking for a tenth rate coach?

[Jonnolad]

I realise it probably won't happen, but a bit of swallowing of pride , inviting John Williams and Tom Finn back would be one way of straightening the ship and go along way to rectifying the wrongs of the past 18 months.

That for me is far more important than getting a manager on board, certainly in the short term. Choosing a manager is hard, there are very few managers pretty much guarenteed to bring success. That's why the decision should be made by someone who knows football. I'd rather Venkys or their advisors didn't do that therefore, no disrespect to the Venkys, but much to their advisors!

If it were possible in any way, then breaking the bank to bring back John Williams and Tom Finn should be Venkys top priority. Let John do the once monthly trips back and forth (what the hell was the football manager doing going over there in the first place?). Let John do exactly what he did incredibly well for us for years, which was run our football club. The owners don't need to run the club. Very suspect advisors definitely don't need to run the club. The worst manager in our history absolutely, categorically, shouldn't be running our club.

That's the other important bit for me, even if Kean were to be sacked, for Venkys to truly build bridges with the fans, then he can't have any continuing part in our club, it will look too rotten. It's the same with these advisors. Those people have done far too much damage to our club already.

Getting back John Williams and Tom Finn would build serious bridges. Failing that, just someone respected in the game. No more clowns.

As in, anything that Jerome Anderson has advised or is involved in.

Here's hoping!

[broadsword]

One of the best things to come out of this sorry mess and Keangate is that there is a very good chance he has made himself virtually unemployable in this country. Perhaps there is a Syrian team out there looking for a tenth rate coach?

The Afghan national team needs a new coach, but Mrs Kean will have to cover up.

[Paul]

I'm starting to come round to Balaji (cautiously). Its clear he is the one that tried hardest to sort out the terrible mess.

He's wanted Kean out since before Wigan Away -Only his stubborn sister prevented it.

It's clear Rovers means more to him than it does the rest of the owners.

IF he delivers on his promises (His last interview) then he MAYBE he deserves some credit.

I'm sorry but this is completely inaccurate. Balaji regularly speaks directly to people telling them exactly what they wish to hear, makes false promises, fails to deliver on his promises and has planted at least one Venkys employee on this MB to feed us nonsense. He sat with the Pune 9, told them directly, face to face, he understood the issues and would act to change things. He has totally failed to deliver on every word that has dropped from his mouth.

This man would shake your hand, smile and say anything you want to hear.

This man deserves credit?......spits

[Silencio]

If Kean goes that's a big plus for me but it's a long way back for the Venky's. There's no chance JW would come back but it's essential they get a good CEO in with the new manager. They then have to go completely against their ways and let him run the show professionally and as a football club. Will they do this?

[Gav]

The easy part is to sack the idiot, the hard part will be for the Roas to engage their 3 brain cells and appoint a decent replacement. Holloway wouldn't come for all the tea in China, we'll end up with a lower league man or a cheap foreign option, but let's sack Kean first.

Another +1 for the telegraph also, running the Yakubu leaving story, good work on the back of Hoilett leaving yesterday, keep pushing Mr Cryer.

[slough_rover]

Im pretty sure I remember seeing Holloway come out publicly and slate Venkys for sacking Big Sam.

[Alan75]

Bit like a dog that wags its tail before biting

[Paul]

A couple of reliable sources telling me that Venketesh met Alan Curbishley last Sunday at the Royal Kensington Hotel, while Balaji prefers Holloway, but has been told by his reps that him being interested is dependent on the result tomorrow.

We can move to potential new managers once Kean sacking is confirmed (which it isn't at the moment). To get a decent manager almost certain that Venky's will have to change the way they have been working over the last 18 months, no chance any decent manager will accept the Job if Venky's don't change the way they work.

Anyhow, let's get Kean confirmed first and then move on from there.

Worrying reaction on here to this post and another illustration of how fans think. The idea of this pair choosing a manager gives me nightmares. On the basis of what we've seen to date most candidates could convince the Rao brothers of their ability to do the job

Let's not forget this is a pair who know nothing about football. Whose communication with the club and support in eighteen months has been to stand sheepishly at the tunnel entrance and give an embarrassed wave.

Sacking Kean gets us just over the starting line. We should not appoint a new manager until we have a senior club management in place. Individuals who will run the club, communicate with Pune, etc. Failing to do this us almost certain to lead to a situation whereby the new manager becomes frustrated after a few months and leaves.

All we know about Kean is undoubtedly correct BUT don't forget he has worked for a family who are completely unable to run a football club and incapable of making decisions. There is no evidence whatsoever to suggest a new manager will find anything else has changed.

Rovers is a shipwreck and all this talk of being a bigger club than A B or C fails to recognise how far we have fallen. Thousands are proclaiming they won't buy STs etc etc. players leaving, no money, income slashed. Why would a competent manager come here?

Invite Williams and Finn back? Let's be objective - John is at City. Hmmmm. Tom as far as we know is not working but would he really wish to go back to the madhouse?

It's going to be a long hard road just to stabilise the club, let alone get back to the PL.

......... and don't forget the Raos had no money in the first place - recall all the discussion about Crores etc? They do not have any money now and with the company share price crashing by around 60% since buying Rovers are worth far less on paper than the day they bought Rovers.

If Kean goes great then what happens?

[T.J.Newton]

couldnt help noticing M.G. Roads thread has been removed, has somthing happened their, was he just a mole all along as most thought?

[Tardyrover]

One of the best things to come out of this sorry mess and Keangate is that there is a very good chance he has made himself virtually unemployable in this country. Perhaps there is a Syrian team out there looking for a tenth rate coach?

He's a puppet, shouldn't you attack the puppeteer!!?

[donnermeat]

I'm sure I read somewhere that John Williams was only on a contract at City till February.

Probably getting way ahead of myself here...

[Pedro]

I think if anyone comes in it will be Pearson who was at Hull. I'd imagine a manager like McCarthy, McCleish, Holloway or Bruce with previous of Championship promotion would be a possibility. Like someone else says, there has to be the background people put in place first before anyone with any respect will manage us.

[Paul]

couldnt help noticing M.G. Roads thread has been removed, has somthing happened their, was he just a mole all along as most thought?

He was undoubtedly planted on here by the Raos and repeatedly gave himself away by stating he was a "medium level staffer" yet claimed to have visited Ewood many times.

One of those two claims has to be untrue as they directly contradict each other. His presence may have been an attempt to influence opinion.

The thread removal is interesting. I think the removal of the SteveKeanLies topic is quite understandable however as I recall the M G Road thread was good discussion with a poster who purported to have some sympathy with and information for Rovers fans.

My question would be either what was said or what influence has been used to have this thread removed? I think it's a touch sinister.

[Parsonblue]

An excellent post Paul and one with which I totally agree. Getting rid of Kean is only a very small step in the right direction. The problems surrounding this club go far deeper than who stands in the dugout on a Saturday afternoon.

As you quite rightly say, we have nobody at the helm at Ewood to run the club, we have more than half of the first team squad - all the better players anyway - looking to jump ship while season ticket sales are at rock bottom. Venky's own business in India would appear to have major problems with the share price in freefall and thus far they have shown no inclination to invest financially in the Rovers.

Whilst getting rid of Kean is welcome the fact remains that he was only a small part of the problem. The real issues that have caused the loss of top flight status still remain - in Pune. Quite how you solve those problems I don't know. Sadly, not even the sacking of Kean can ease the pain of the prospect of becoming another run of the mill Championship/League One club. Many of us have been there before and knew how precious Premier League status really was compared to what we experienced from the mid-=1960's to 1991-92.

[arbitro]

He's a puppet, shouldn't you attack the puppeteer!!?

A puppet who is 100% complicit in what has gone on.