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Wonder how much it would take to get Che Adams from Torino, 7m - 10m? Not sure he would want to come back though.

I was confident we needed to loan out Stolarczyk to a MK Dons/Swansea possession monkey to build him up to our long term strategy... Yet, the idiots in charge didn't get rid of Wardverson. He's not looked confident enough on the ball for someone like Russell not to shit a brick. So expect a new number 1 at the least, maybe 2 goalkeepers.

That's such bullshit, they finished bottom, the worst of the three by far and by that logic, should have come up as the third... Which they did. Let's not pretend they didn't massively fail like us... They were shit for a while as we know. Which means due to our clear player and financial superiority, they were fighting for one automatic spot with Leeds, throw in Ipswich, who nobody expected to be up there, and it's harder than you think. Let's now rewrite history just because they were relegated and didn't get automatic.

Steve Cooper was in charge, I don't know ask him.

Quite the opposite, he's the EXACT manager Top and co would appoint and the evidence of that is so clear to us: 1. We are fake Man City. 2. Possession based football since Puel, Rodgers, then Enzo. 3. Scouting, coaches, players all set up and built around the idea of possession and control being a club philosophy. 4. First team coach is Barry Brian-Murphy. Its what the club wants.. yeah sections of the fanbase are tired of it and want a change but it's not what the club want - we're not the only ideological club with this. Id argue, as I've said above, that Martin is actually part of the long term plan with the club philosophy in mind. It would be short termism to do something like.. hire Steve Cooper, for instance. Its the fact it's so obvious that seems to frustrate a lot of us because there's planet of managers who want to dominate but with more vigor and energy.

I hope Brian Barry-Murphy has packed up all of Ruuds things already for a quick exit. Bet he's scrubbed the managers chair clean for Russell as well with a list of anti possession frauds first in line for the chop on his desk.

Fancy name

Well I do lad.

Can guarantee those chanting anti-Martin today are the same people that say "give it Kingy" when Ruud started to struggle, and when pushed on who they want they immediately say "Sean Dyche".

Idiots, possession lives rent free in their heads.

Club don't talk to Ruud yet somehow he's not picking Khannouss or Nididi. Sure mate

Disgusting

https://fbref.com/en/comps/10/2023-2024/2023-2024-Championship-Stats

Just to dispute that a bit... His Southampton side had he most progressive carries, 3rd highest take ons (more than us,) 4th highest crosses. People can peddle the 'possession for possessions sake' narrative but they did create, score goals, and got promoted doing it in a specific style and there's absolutely nothing to suggest that wouldn't be the case here with the clear objective of promotion. Worrying about how he would adapt a promoted Leicester side to avoid relegation isn't today's problem.

I'll counter this. "If Leicester City were to part ways with Ruud van Nistelrooy in the 2025–26 season, selecting a manager who aligns with the club's commitment to possession-based football and complements the existing coaching staff, notably Brian Barry-Murphy, would be paramount. Barry-Murphy's background in nurturing young talent and promoting a fluid, ball-playing style at clubs like Rochdale and Sheffield United suggests that Leicester would benefit from a manager who shares these philosophies. Top Managerial Candidates: 1. Russell Martin Previous Roles: Southampton, Swansea City, MK Dons Playing Style: Emphasizes possession-based football, playing out from the back, and tactical fluidity. Why He Fits: Martin's approach mirrors Leicester's current tactical setup. His tenure at MK Dons and Swansea showcased his ability to implement a structured, ball-dominant style. Despite a challenging stint at Southampton, his foundational principles remain appealing for a club aiming to return to the Premier League with an attractive brand of football. Conclusion Given Leicester City's commitment to possession-based football, appointing a manager like Russell Martin would be a strategic move. His tactical philosophy aligns with the club's vision, and his experience in implementing such systems at previous clubs makes him a strong candidate to lead Leicester back to the Premier League."

Honestly you dinosaurs, what are you expecting? The club who have for the best part of a decade sucked off Manchester City and possession football to suddenly hire 442 compact low block no youth no wingers no creativity Seany Dyche. We already have Brian Barry Murphy as first team coach probably stepping up as assistant who will give our possession lord and saviour Sir Russell Martin the **** list and 'who can keep the ball' list. The creative youth, scouting network, coaching, and many first team players built for a style which he can adapt and he's more than adept at adapting on a team which he's done everywhere for limited periods without really having the time and money to really leave a mark. Get with the programme quick, if you Dino anti Enzo twats boo when we inevitably pass too much, or occasionally lose to a lower championship side, you know full well it won't help because the players are going to do it his way and he'll be brought in to play his way whether you like it or not.

He isn't that bad.

Its bollocks. The club may be making mistakes left right and centre but you don't go and hire Brian Barry-Murphy to work under Sean Dino Dyche. There's no indication that they drastically rock the boat, especially after Enzo pissed it, Martin, was up there. This year Parker pissed itz and Manning got that dross Bristol City squad to play offs. The year before Burnley pisses it with Kompany... While our decision makers spent months cumming over Potter. There's just nothing to suggest we look at all that and go, "yeah what we really want is Sean Dyche".

@Mods

Let's get this started, what WERE you doing Jon Rudkin seriously.

Over rated. Prefer BDR.

Cheers, expected for a promotion side I suppose. Think its good for us long term but he needs to be good enough on the ball if he's to start/ be in contention next season.

Bet you have, like a lot of us who want to encourage the Leicester contingent and youth group. Really hope he nails down that spot next season now, really inspired with the young lad.

I didn't say it was you Bill.

Sounds like he's done well, no idea how Oxford overall have performed or how they shape up tactically? Is he playing in a controlled manner as a dominant Leicester side would expect? Interested to know. I don't watch the kids as closely as some do on here.