New manager

[SamL]

Mark Mcghee

I can't see him coming, I think he's pretty happy at Motherwell. They turned down an approach from Hearts for him so I can't see them allowing us to speak to him.

Personally, I think we could do better.

[georgetebbutt]

billy davies for me

[Joe.]

I honestly don't know what Mandaric looks for when he searches for a new manager.

Looking through this thread there's a whole list of worthy candidates with a CV of success and experience in this division with other qualities that go with these things. Yet people such as O'Driscoll and Newell are extremely unlikely to get a mention in all this manager rumour talk. I might be totally wrong here but that's the way I see things in a way.

We're facing the prospect of Paul Lambert- I really don't understand why. What qualities does he possess that are better than some other candidates listed in this thread? He's got an appaling record in Scotland and OK got Wycombe to the playoffs, but in a somewhat obscure way. It would be like Megson all over again I think and I don't want that.

Seriously Milan, there has to be better out there.

[Thracian]

get me joe royle on the phone now! the only serious candidate for the job (or possibly give steve clarke a go?). why would grayson want to leave behind what he's created at blackpool for the uncertainty that managing our club brings

His doesn't read like the world's worst record and he's shown some style along the way!

From Wikipaedia:

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Royle spent twelve years in charge of Oldham, turning an average Second Division club into a Premier League outfit by 1991. Royle's teams won many friends with their care-free, cavalier style. Royle as an individual also received wide acclaims from spectators for his "rave dancing" along the touchline at the end of a game at Swindon. Oldham were beaten in the 1990 League Cup final by Nottingham Forest, and reached the last four of the FA Cup twice (in 1990 and 1994), losing both times to Manchester United. After relegation to the First Division in 1994, Royle resigned from Oldham.

He soon replaced Mike Walker as manager of Everton and took them to FA Cup glory in his first season as manager (1994–95). A year later they finished sixth in the Premiership, but their form in 1996–97 was less convincing and on transfer deadline day 1997 he was not permitted to sign the Norwegians (Tore André Flo and Claus Eftevaag) by chairman Peter Johnson, which led to his resignation. He was named the Everton Giant for 2004 for his successes as both a player and a manager for the Toffeemen.

After 11 months out of the game, he accepted the challenge to manage Manchester City in February 1998. When Royle arrived the club was deep in the relegation zone and even though he could not save the club from relegation to Division Two, the next season they were promoted through the play-offs and a year later were promoted to the Premiership. It was said in his book that he was physically attacked by Paulo Wanchope, who was at Manchester City when he was manager. Manchester City only spent one season back in the top division, leading to Royle being dismissed after relegation in May 2001.[1]

Royle returned to the game in November 2002 to manage Ipswich Town, who had been relegated from the Premier League the previous season. In January 2003 the club entered administration, which lead to the exit of several leading players and a restriction of transfer and wage funds. Royle twice led Ipswich to the play-offs, in 2004 and 2005, but lost on both occasions to West Ham United. Several players were subsequently sold off to Premier League sides, and Ipswich finished 15th in the 2005–06 season, their lowest finish since 1966, and Royle left the club by 'mutual consent' in the close season.

[LCWanderer]

I like the sound of Paul Lambert. Good chance he would bring Neil Lennon with him. He took him to Wycombe a couple of months back before Lennon went back to Celtic.

Trust me you don't want Lambert (boring, negative, safety-first football), and you definately wouldn't want Lennon who couldn't even get in our team.

Hope you get the right man and good luck for next season.

[Ultra]

His doesn't read like the world's worst record and he's shown some style along the way!

From Wikipaedia:

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Royle spent twelve years in charge of Oldham, turning an average Second Division club into a Premier League outfit by 1991. Royle's teams won many friends with their care-free, cavalier style. Royle as an individual also received wide acclaims from spectators for his "rave dancing" along the touchline at the end of a game at Swindon. Oldham were beaten in the 1990 League Cup final by Nottingham Forest, and reached the last four of the FA Cup twice (in 1990 and 1994), losing both times to Manchester United. After relegation to the First Division in 1994, Royle resigned from Oldham.

He soon replaced Mike Walker as manager of Everton and took them to FA Cup glory in his first season as manager (1994–95). A year later they finished sixth in the Premiership, but their form in 1996–97 was less convincing and on transfer deadline day 1997 he was not permitted to sign the Norwegians (Tore André Flo and Claus Eftevaag) by chairman Peter Johnson, which led to his resignation. He was named the Everton Giant for 2004 for his successes as both a player and a manager for the Toffeemen.

After 11 months out of the game, he accepted the challenge to manage Manchester City in February 1998. When Royle arrived the club was deep in the relegation zone and even though he could not save the club from relegation to Division Two, the next season they were promoted through the play-offs and a year later were promoted to the Premiership. It was said in his book that he was physically attacked by Paulo Wanchope, who was at Manchester City when he was manager. Manchester City only spent one season back in the top division, leading to Royle being dismissed after relegation in May 2001.[1]

Royle returned to the game in November 2002 to manage Ipswich Town, who had been relegated from the Premier League the previous season. In January 2003 the club entered administration, which lead to the exit of several leading players and a restriction of transfer and wage funds. Royle twice led Ipswich to the play-offs, in 2004 and 2005, but lost on both occasions to West Ham United. Several players were subsequently sold off to Premier League sides, and Ipswich finished 15th in the 2005–06 season, their lowest finish since 1966, and Royle left the club by 'mutual consent' in the close season.

The last paragraph suggests that Royle may have reached his sell-by date while at Ipswich.

Given that he's been out of the game for two years now, bringing him in would be a risk. And if he knocked us back six months ago, why would he be persuaded to change his mind now?

[Legend_in_blue]

In an ideal situation we would be looking to appoint Davies or Ince surely?

Unfortunately, I can't see either wanting to come here.

[JoeyB]

Why is billy Davies not on that list?

Or have i missed something?

[vanfox12]

It might help if we as supporters showed a bit more interest in the lower leagues from time to time because it could come in handy when coming up for suggestions for new managers and players as appears to the case in our current plight. It might be worth remembering that two of our more successful managers in recent years Little and O'Neil cut their teeth in the lower leagues. I'm glad the likes of Ince and Ferguson are included in the fans possible lists but also we also need to consider the other possible canidates that could be approached. If there is one thing that does annoy me about some our fans is their lack of knowledge of football outside the top two tiers. Remember Walshy came from Wigan, Lennon and Savage from Crewe i could go on.

[Ultra]

In an ideal situation we would be looking to appoint Davies or Ince surely?

Unfortunately, I can't see either wanting to come here.

I think Davies could be tempted.

But having seen the type of "football" his previous teams played, I'm not sure I'd want him here.

[Lillehamring]

Why is he horrid - not that I particularly want him.

who do you want?

[Thracian]

I think Davies could be tempted.

But having seen the type of "football" his previous teams played, I'm not sure I'd want him here.

Exactly.

Could you also see such an apparently volatile bloke getting on with Mandaric for long?

Or think of a reason why an apparently ambitious manager should take time out in Division One?

[Monk]

No rumours. Just hope.

Simon Grayson did so much for this club as a player, he would be hugely popular here, in a league he has already gained promotion from. I think we could certainly tempt him here, but it obviously depends what Mandy has in mind. Organised bread and butter football is the number one thing this club needs, and this man can bring it to us.

Simon Grayson's Blue Army!!!!

[Ultra]

Exactly.

Could you also see such an apparently volatile bloke getting on with Mandaric for long?

Probably, not, but then again, Mandaric was tempted by Warnock around this timelast year, and Davies is of a similar type.

Or think of a reason why an apparently ambitious manager should take time out in Division One?

Several top managers (Shankly and Clough come to mind) had spells in the lower leagues before making it big. Sometimes in management you have to take a step back before going two forward.

Some bosses might well be tempted by the challenge of taking us back up to the second tier, and then onwards to the promised land of the top flight. Such a achievement would rank alongside those of great City managers of the past like Matt Gillies and Martin O'Neill.

But whether it would ever turn out like that, especially under the current ownership of the club, remains to be seen...

[FoxesRoyal]

Well what i have heard so far thta Steve Mclaren has been linked to the club.

Better choice out of any one of the avalible managers!!!!

But who ever he brings not the people i name.

Crap managers that won't do nothing at leicester only take them down!!!

Paul Ince

Paul Lambert

Avram Grant former chelsea manager do not like him at all!!!

[Ashley]

Tony Adams.

[Scow]

The last paragraph suggests that Royle may have reached his sell-by date while at Ipswich.

Given that he's been out of the game for two years now, bringing him in would be a risk. And if he knocked us back six months ago, why would he be persuaded to change his mind now?

Did you not read the last paragraph in full? Half the team were sold in the summer, which led to their 15th place finish.

[Blue Bob]

I would like to see either Billy Davies or Paul Ince.

As for attracting the talent, why not, we have got to be one of the most attractive clubs in the world. Where else are you practically guaranteed a three year contract that you have to work less than a year of and still get paid up??

[CKB]

I think Davies could be tempted.

But having seen the type of "football" his previous teams played, I'm not sure I'd want him here.

I see what you mean, it's nice to see good football...BUT if it's gonna get you results which it has with Davies in his previous jobs, wouldn't you take that? i'd take anything myself to get back to the promised land

[Linekaaaah]

Newell. If not, Davies or Grayson.

Taggs no. 2 whoever comes here...

[FilboFox]

Grayson's Blue Army!!!

That works well... I like it. GET HIM IN!

[Ajax Treesdown]

I voted NEWELL but want O'DRISCOLL (if Donny stay down)

[davieG]

who do you want?

From a previous post of mine:

Steve Tilson - had promotions from this league and managed in the Championship with minimal resources

Dave Penney - been successful at Doncaster & Darlington in the mode of Brian Little

Sean O'Driscoll - currently enjoying success at Doncaster

John Ward - Experienced having been assistant to Graham Taylor, Josef Venglos, Dave Jones he got Cheltenham promoted and currently having some success at Carlisle.

Stuart Gray - Short spell in charge of Southampton been assistant to Glen Hoddle & Dave Jones currently doing a decent job at Northampton

Gary Waddock - long shot really, has worked with Holloway and at least managed to keep QPR up after Ollie was sacked, done a tremendous job at Aldershot.

[Tilley]

Billy Davies,

Sean O'Driscoll,

Steve Tilson,

Will all do just fine.

I'd accept Grayson too,

But do not want, Joe Royle or Peter Reid.

[Daggers]

I would like this child with bucket to take the job.

The child has promised to include one Tellytubby joke per press conference and to develop an interest attacking style based on crawling and self-soiling.

Admittedly, at this moment in time the child is considering offers from Chelsea but the bucket has committed itself to Leicester City in any capacity.