RobintheRed Red Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 hour ago, Selred said: The biggest issue with Cotts for me was stubbornness. Stubbornness to keep the same formation week in week out. Stubbornness to not put any kids on the bench and rather have an empty seat. yes will agree with you on that he should have tried something different but took this bloke twenty odd games to get it right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodjias Wrist Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 As much as I love cotts he had players there was certainly some odd signings. Moore and Robinson on loan who completely flopped here but went on to work wonders. Cunningham POTY at PNE but then again we all thought Bryan was a world beater. I honestly think LJ has learnt from this season. If we are struggling after our first ten games then we will sack him anyway!.....Maybe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 So , have we decided - who's better Cotts or LJ ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted May 16, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 To think this thread was meant to be about his next managerial job not his last one. Silly me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 minute ago, BRISTOL86 said: To think this thread was meant to be about his next managerial job not his last one. Silly me. You seem surprised. I'm not. There's at least another 3-4 pages they can drag out of this yet, then it'll be time for the next thread to be hijacked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperor Palpatine Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 hour ago, Robin1988 said: As I said, not getting into this again but for the record, panic bids who don't come off (you actually have to buy/loan a player for them to improve your team) after a summer of boardroom failings & missing out on actual realistic targets isn't the most watertight response I've ever heard. Funnily enough, neither LJ nor SC left their targets until August. But one of them had an infinitely superior support network to get them done. Say what you like about MA and he is a slimy bastard, he gets stuff done. The other had Keith Dawe. Go figure. A fair comment and I actually like MA, like you said he gets stuff done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GodEmperor Palpatine Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 19 minutes ago, Kodjias Wrist said: As much as I love cotts he had players there was certainly some odd signings. Moore and Robinson on loan who completely flopped here but went on to work wonders. Cunningham POTY at PNE but then again we all thought Bryan was a world beater. I honestly think LJ has learnt from this season. If we are struggling after our first ten games then we will sack him anyway!.....Maybe Don't forget Fredericks... major bust up here with Cotterill but now a part of promotion chasing Fulham... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobintheRed Red Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 30 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: So , have we decided - who's better Cotts or LJ ? without a doubt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodjias Wrist Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 4 minutes ago, Emperor Palpatine said: Don't forget Fredericks... major bust up here with Cotterill but now a part of promotion chasing Fulham... Thought he was homesick? Before anyone laughs I genuinely thought this was true.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glynriley Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 Just now, Kodjias Wrist said: Thought he was homesick? Before anyone laughs I genuinely thought this was true.... Think that was the reason given. Alleged bust up with another player, not Cotterill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexukhc Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 2 hours ago, WhistleHappy said: If Forest Green kick on and get to League One I reckon that's a job that'll eventually suit Cotts when it becomes available. He'd relish a good meaty challenge to get his teeth into. Shame they're vegan... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 6 hours ago, Up The City! said: That be down to his ego then. It would be a step down for Cotts to take on an assistant manager role, why do you think it's egotistical of him to want to take a manager's position instead? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted May 16, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 6 minutes ago, glynriley said: Think that was the reason given. Alleged bust up with another player, not Cotterill. Homesick? He'd only just got out the taxi! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 7 minutes ago, glynriley said: Think that was the reason given. Alleged bust up with another player, not Cotterill. Mark Little…? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobintheRed Red Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 hour ago, Leveller said: He would still have chosen Burnley in the circumstances, as would any sensible player. only if for football reasons id have to agree if we matched the wages where would you rather live BRISTOL orBURNLEY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 2 hours ago, WolfOfWestStreet said: Think if things dont start well for paul cook or he leaves for wigan he'd get another crack at pompey. That's a good shout, Pompey would be a perfect fit for Cotts ...... despite all the debate and differing opinions on here (which is what a forum is all about) I loved THAT season that Cotts gave us....he restored our pride, we turned up knowing full well that we'd have a team that gave absolutely everything in every game. And we had a team that would prove way too strong for most of our opponents. And what a team....the others couldn't live with us, we got 99 points (despite Swindon claiming the league title in November) and we won the bl***y division....the first time I've seen us win a division in my lifetime...and I didn't mind his pettiness in interviews when we lost, which wasn't very often, it showed how much he cared and how much every defeat hurt him. He didn't sneer, or laugh or come across as slightly smug (who can I mean?!) he just hated losing. It was a shame his tactical stubbornness cost him when we went up, but there's no room for too much sentiment in football.....not ashamed to say I shed a few tears when we won the 3rd division...but he had to go after we plummeted in the championship....but I will forever remember his tenure with a happy smile and a sense of pride...cheers Cotts and good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin1988 Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 hour ago, glynriley said: Think that was the reason given. Alleged bust up with another player, not Cotterill. Cotterill gave him several public bollockings and he didn't really fancy any more. Don't really blame him, either. I'd back SC on most of his dealings that summer but the way he treated Fredericks was not one of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhistleHappy Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 56 minutes ago, alexukhc said: Shame they're vegan... Mmmm you do know I know don't you? ....... hence the post, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Red Hat Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 8 hours ago, Robbored said: Just announced on SSN that Cotterill has declined the offer from Brum to stay on at St Andrews as second to Harry. Looks like a job for JJ, then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexukhc Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 18 minutes ago, WhistleHappy said: Mmmm you do know I know don't you? ....... hence the post, I did question my answer to you, I did think you know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 5 hours ago, hodge said: How much did Cotts attempt to sign Gray and Gayle for again...? Pie in the sky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xiled Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 6 minutes ago, alexukhc said: I did question my answer to you, I did think you know I know he knew you knew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhistleHappy Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 32 minutes ago, alexukhc said: I did question my answer to you, I did think you know :laugh: ...phew, that is why I didn't 'whoosh' you, ... cos I kinda knew you'd 'whoosh' me too.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atticus Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 7 hours ago, CodeRed said: Cotts did ok at Burnley. 13th in his first season, kept them competitive with a very small squad and budget despite losing 3 top strikers (Robbie Blake, Akinbiyi, and Andy Gray). When he left 3 years later he was the longest serving championship manager. Hardly out of his depth..............or had you never heard of him before he joined City? Yep. A mate of mine who is a massive Burnley fan loves him. Id certainly take him over LJ anyday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodjias Wrist Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 1 hour ago, BS4 on Tour... said: That's a good shout, Pompey would be a perfect fit for Cotts As far as im aware Pompy fans can't stand cotts. Used to work with a pompy fan and he basically said that because pompy were in decline his personality really pissed the fans off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Touch_my_butter Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 6 hours ago, Emperor Palpatine said: Or maybe its a case of going after unrealistic players. They weren't interested in joining us regardless... some footballers want to play at the highest level, they had more of a chance with clubs they join or stayed at. Nothing wrong with that Indeed: Gray, Kermogant, and Gayle could all be playing in the Prem next season (even Macguire might get a transfer after his performance with Hull this season). The players backed the right horses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bs4Red Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 I actually couldn't care what's happens to Cotts now. It's done, he's appreciated but he's gone. Please move on, were in a far better position now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted May 17, 2017 Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 Digressing slightly but still related.. it seems that a quiet trip to vegas was attended almost exclusively by the core of the promotion squad. Seems that squad really did have a genuine bond. Cunningham is there and even Simon Cox ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted May 17, 2017 Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 4 hours ago, Phileas Fogg said: Digressing slightly but still related.. it seems that a quiet trip to vegas was attended almost exclusively by the core of the promotion squad. Seems that squad really did have a genuine bond. Cunningham is there and even Simon Cox ! Who is the bald bloke bottom right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted May 17, 2017 Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 13 hours ago, Emperor Palpatine said: He opted for Burnley because he had a better chance of playing PL football. That learnt him , dinnit . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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