[Archived] Henning Berg - Rovers Manager

[bypass06]

Friedel Loses Battle with Lloris as He Prepares to Return to Blackburn – Report

http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/articles/407578/20121122/tottenham-spurs-hugo-lloris-brad-friedel-blackburn.htm?

[jim mk2]

Mervyn Day did well too as an assistant boss, Don McKay, Mike Walker did ok as managers, Dino Zoff and I think Nigel Adkins was a keeper too! -

Which is exactly what I was saying - very few goalkeepers have become top-class coaches or managers.

It's accepted within the pro game that keepers don't have the same understanding of the game - by the nature of their role they can't can they ?

If Friedel does return in a goalkeeper coaching role where does this leave Mimms ?

[LeChuck]

It's accepted within the pro game that keepers don't have the same understanding of the game - by the nature of their role they can't can they ?

Some managers haven't even been players at all. How do you reconcile that with those views?

[Kelbo]

How can you not mention Shilton?????

But he didnt do too well ;-)

As for Brad, its his command of the box for me and thats what a centre back loves, knowing where his keeper is and claiming crosses!!

[jim mk2]

Spoken about coaching / managing in the pro game to many people in the game over the past 30 - 40 years and the the general view is goalkeepers don't make good managers. Just relaying the views of those who know what they are talking about.

[47er]

Spoken about coaching / managing in the pro game to many people in the game over the past 30 - 40 years and the the general view is goalkeepers don't make good managers. Just relaying the views of those who know what they are talking about.

I don't think anyone has ever mentioned Freidal as manager but he would surely be a good keeper/defensive coach. He used to organise our defence pretty well anyway!

And he also handed out a lot of stick when individual defenders let him down and I didn't see them retaliate!

As to where does this leave Bobby Mimms---I have no idea. That's Berg's decision-----I hope.

[RevidgeBlue]

Friedel ?

Has to be a joke. The guy is 40+, past his best and would be a very expensive addition to an astronomical wage bill.

We also happen to have Robbo and goalkeeper is not exactly where we need strengthening.

IMO, this is absolute nonsense.

Night as well give Bryan Douglas the opportunity to come back.

Agreed.

For some to suggest that Friedel should replace Robinson as first-choice goalkeeper is ludicrous.

Seconded. If Friedel was coming in purely as a goalkeeping coach in place of Mimms whilst retaining his registration in the event of an injury crisis then that might be different but you'd think it would still be an extremely expensive move when we have far more pressing priorities in other areas.

[rovers_rob]

Agreed.

Seconded. If Friedel was coming in purely as a goalkeeping coach in place of Mimms whilst retaining his registration in the event of an injury crisis then that might be different but you'd think it would still be an extremely expensive move when we have far more pressing priorities in other areas.

I think Robbo is a half decent keeper but he has cost us points this season. Off the top of my head I can think of one of the goals at Leeds where he should have been stronger when they scored with a header and I also think he could have done better in the Huddersfield game. He also seems to flap a bit with crosses as well.

Forget about what Friedal has done in the past if you look at his performances this season he has been world class. Even the spurs fans don't understand why he has been dropped.

Robbo's contract ends this summer and I think he is one of the highest paid players so if someone like west ham comes in for him in January we could end up saving money.

If we can do the deal I will be happy, if not then Robbo will do until the end of the season.

[LeChuck]

Robbo's contract ends this summer and I think he is one of the highest paid players so if someone like west ham comes in for him in January we could end up saving money.

Not sure why Sam would want Robbo given Jaaskelainen's form, but you never know I guess.

I could see a Southampton or Reading come in for him, but beyond that I think most clubs are settled in the goalkeeper position.

[Ralfinho]

Not sure why Sam would want Robbo given Jaaskelainen's form, but you never know I guess.

I could see a Southampton or Reading come in for him, but beyond that I think most clubs are settled in the goalkeeper position.

I can see Leeds new owners getting him in. Back to his hometown club to see out his career

[LeChuck]

I can see Leeds new owners getting him in. Back to his hometown club to see out his career

They'd have to go over Warnock's head to that, he thinks the sun shines out of Paddy Kenny's backside.

[AndyC]

If Robbo is out of contract this summer, then it makes very good business sense to sign Brad. He won't command a high transfer fee and we'll be getting a keeper who is still capable of playing at the highest levels of the premier league.

Sure - it's not a signing for the future, but if Berg knows he's about to lose Robbo, then it makes sense.

I suspect that Robo has told Berg on the quiet, that he'll be gone once his contract runs down. Can't really blame him either.

[Andy]

I'm torn on it

It's not exactly a priority but I've never really rated Robinson despite him seeming to care, I would have rather shifted him out in summer and kept Bunn on possibly

Seriously?!

Robbo is infinitely better than Bunn will ever be.

A couple of good games doesn't make you a good 'keeper.

Just as a couple of mistakes doesn't make you a bad one.

As for Brad, he's an absolute club legend, but he is definitely starting to suffer at the hands of time, by way of his agility and movement.

As a coach and backup to Robbo, absolutely.

But as a replacement for him, not for me.

[OJRovers]

Robbo is a top bloke, but I still think Friedel is better even at his age.

Maybe Berg is getting rid of the few remaining SEM clients...

[LeChuck]

As for Brad, he's an absolute club legend, but he is definitely starting to suffer at the hands of time, by way of his agility and movement.

They were never two of his biggest attributes though. Obviously his biggest attribute was his ability to do Superman-esque saves with quick reflexes. From what I've seen on MOTD this season he still does those on a frequent basis.

If we can move Robbo on in January I would definitely take Friedel back. In fact I'm excited at the thought. Let him play the rest of this season and slowly try to get Kean to replace him long term (with Friedel mentoring, obviously).

[bigbrandjohn]

Only problem is if this has been leaked the head spud will spike the deal. Nobody gets anything from Spurs on the cheap.

[The Rover of Finland]

Only problem is if this has been leaked the head spud will spike the deal. Nobody gets anything from Spurs on the cheap.

£500K for 41 year old who is out of contract next summer is not cheap. They already have Lloris and Gomes. Brad just is better than neither of them. He can easily play at top level next season also.

Friedel is certainly a Legend at Ewood. Would be a good move for better ticket incomes. I doubt we get him today but another effort in January.

[LeChuck]

Only problem is if this has been leaked the head spud will spike the deal. Nobody gets anything from Spurs on the cheap.

Maybe....but I think it was Levy who wanted to sign Hugo Lloris.

He might just be glad to relieve himself of the conflict and let his expensive new signing play every game.

[jim mk2]

Don't know why people are so keen to replace a very good goalkeeper with one whose best days are behind him.

The problem with ageing goalkeepers is they seem they can go on forever and then they suddenly crack and start making glaring errors.

Friedel's way past his sell-by date and if he replaces Robinson we will have the problem of finding another keeper sooner rather than later.

[Black Burn]

Don't know why people are so keen to replace a very good goalkeeper with one whose best days are behind him.

The problem with ageing goalkeepers is they seem they can go on forever and then they suddenly crack and start making glaring errors.

Friedel's way past his sell-by date and if he replaces Robinson we will have the problem of finding another keeper sooner rather than later.

I take it you haven't watched any of Spurs' matches when Friedel was playing then?

[jim mk2]

I take it you haven't watched any of Spurs' matches when Friedel was playing then?

Yep. See my previous comment about ageing keepers. Shilton was like Friedel - looked like he could play until he was 50 and then he suddenly lost it. Robinson's a very good goalkeeper and with other glaring weaknesses in the team I don't see the point of spending money / wages on a goalkeeper we don't need.

[Mercer]

Don't know why people are so keen to replace a very good goalkeeper with one whose best days are behind him.

The problem with ageing goalkeepers is they seem they can go on forever and then they suddenly crack and start making glaring errors.

Friedel's way past his sell-by date and if he replaces Robinson we will have the problem of finding another keeper sooner rather than later.

Sot on !

[Amo]

Robbo is poop. Friedel is awesome.

Robbo is fat. Friedel is fit.

Take your ageism elsewhere plz.

[Tom]

Robbo is ok but I personally wouldn't describe him as a very good keeper

He's not agile enough to get down low quickly and instead of using his feet constantly tries to get there with his hands

[Mercer]

Where does loyalty come into all this ?

Throughout Kean's reign, Robinson was one of the very, very few players who appeared to stand-up to Kean and, literally, spilt blood for the club (Wigan!), maintaining a very good rrelationship with supporters that few of the other players could be credited with during Kean's disastous tenure.

What did Friedel do ? Left the club he loved so much - maybe for an extra dollar, maybe because of Ince (Robbo stood firm with Kean !).

So I am bemused that many seem to be prepared to sacrifice a very good club man for Friedel, who, possibly, and would be in my eyes, could be classed as an opportunist who follows the dollar.