ChippenhamRed Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 2 hours ago, JonDolman said: Championship has no real global appeal does it? I'd say Rangers probably have much more global appeal. People much more likely to watch Steven Gerrard's Rangers than Steven Gerrard's Bristol City surely. Interested if someone can look into it..as it might not even be true that he generates the club loads of money. I’d say neither the Championship nor the SPL have much global appeal. But certainly you’re more likely to see a Rangers top on your foreign holiday than you are a City one, not least of all because of the Irish connections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 28 minutes ago, JonDolman said: I think Gregor and the Bristol Post are saying Gerrard is number 1 target simply as clickbait. They never usually know much more than the rest of us I disagree with this. I think Gregor is straight-up and reports what he finds. He doesn’t do sensationalism or clickbait, and he doesn’t make bold claims. The article says Gerrard is the target but that they will likely struggle to prize him away from Rangers - fair enough. As the number one independent City journalist he will have his contacts close to the club and it’s not in his interests to reveal them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 3 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said: I disagree with this. I think Gregor is straight-up and reports what he finds. He doesn’t do sensationalism or clickbait, and he doesn’t make bold claims. The article says Gerrard is the target but that they will likely struggle to prize him away from Rangers - fair enough. As the number one independent City journalist he will have his contacts close to the club and it’s not in his interests to reveal them. I think Gregor noted that 2 sources had suggested that the Gerrard interest is still in play and I don't see any reason to think that he made that up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colemanballs Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 2 hours ago, Gillies Downs Leeds said: I am talking media rights Jon. The Championship is shown in far more countries than the SPL which gives the club more bargaining appeal to companies that want to use advertising space etc. I don't know if the Gerrard rumours are true or not but from a business point of view I can see its merits. Don't know about other countries but here in Thailand both are almost non-existent. Never tried to watch SPL but finding a legitimate way of watching City is near impossible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 34 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said: I’d say neither the Championship nor the SPL have much global appeal. But certainly you’re more likely to see a Rangers top on your foreign holiday than you are a City one, not least of all because of the Irish connections. To clarify what I said here (because I’m getting some odd reactions) - is it not true to say Rangers have a large following amongst Protestants in Northern Ireland - and the small minority of Protestants in the Republic - while Celtic are obviously supported by Catholics north and south? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayOutWest Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 23 minutes ago, Colemanballs said: but finding a legitimate way of watching City is near impossible. Robins TV? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanatopia Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 24 minutes ago, Colemanballs said: Don't know about other countries but here in Thailand both are almost non-existent. Never tried to watch SPL but finding a legitimate way of watching City is near impossible. We have pubs that show all the championship games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 23 minutes ago, JonDolman said: I like him and think he's good at his job. And a part of his job I imagine is to click on Bristol post. I imagine it’s his job to get others to click on Bristol Post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agard Days Night Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 7 hours ago, Davefevs said: Sounds like a postcard you send as a kid. you missed off World, galaxy and the universe Funny story, I’ve never sent a postcard in my life. Not even once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 5 minutes ago, Agard Days Night said: Funny story, I’ve never sent a postcard in my life. Not even once. In your undoubtedly promising career as a stand up comic, I wouldn’t open with that gag - bury it somewhere in the middle of the set, you might just get away with it ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 1 minute ago, BS4 on Tour... said: In your undoubtedly promising career as a stand up comic, I wouldn’t open with that gag - bury it somewhere in the middle of the set, you might just get away with it ... Save it for the grand finale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Orns Posted July 20, 2020 Report Share Posted July 20, 2020 7 hours ago, ollywhyte said: It’s almost as if Lansdown knows what he’s doing and is practicing due diligence with a group of strong candidates. No, wait. He has no plan hence why we don’t have a new man in yet. For a minute there I almost got carried away thinking our chairman was a successful, tactful and conscientious businessman! Didn't say he wasn't? Not sure if you're agreeing or arguing with yourself about something I haven't said? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Constant Rabbit Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 As I said earlier: Wasserman (Gerrard's agent) also represent Afobe, O'Dowda, Andi W, Walsh,Vyner and Hinds. Ex-players such as Pack,Matthews,Rose are all Wasserman. In fact - BCFC hold the current championship record of 6 transfers using Ashtons preferred agent (err...Wasserman Group) from the Wasserman Agency themselves. Yes BCFC used Wasserman 6 times to buy 6 Wasserman players......via Wasserman. So, yes, if Gerrard was coming, as his agent is commonly used (and preferred) by Ashton, then I'm certain we would know. Seeing as once again we would be using the same agency to represent both sides. Small world eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garland-sweden Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 13 hours ago, Ska Junkie said: Wouldn't the same apply to John Terry? Yes, but Terry is in Aston Villa, a team I really dislike. Childish? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busterrimes Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 I have wondering about these leaks that claim Gerrard is first choice. Normally City are watertight on Managers. Could Gerrard be a smokescreen? It would a allow the club today we tried for Gerrard we really did when announce Lowe or Appleton Just now, Busterrimes said: I have wondering about these leaks that claim Gerrard is first choice. Normally City are watertight on Managers. Could Gerrard be a smokescreen? It would allow the club today we tried for Gerrard we really did when announce Lowe or Appleton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeh Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 11 hours ago, ChippenhamRed said: I disagree with this. I think Gregor is straight-up and reports what he finds. He doesn’t do sensationalism or clickbait, and he doesn’t make bold claims. The article says Gerrard is the target but that they will likely struggle to prize him away from Rangers - fair enough. As the number one independent City journalist he will have his contacts close to the club and it’s not in his interests to reveal them. I dont, gregors problem isn't his story's its the fact he reports for the post, who want clickbait for the ad revenue, that's why his storys are generally from here or other papers daily and why many people don't pay that much attention, It isn't gregors fault its the posts fault for being shit, I'm sure gmcg will move on and become a fine reporter but that won't happen while he reports for that sorry excuse for toilet paper and all its 10 footballers who lost millions you won't believe who is at number four links and pop ups Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CiderCraig Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 10 hours ago, WayOutWest said: Robins TV? Methinks he's not trying hard enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colemanballs Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 11 hours ago, WayOutWest said: Robins TV? Yes. You are of course right though I have had abysmal luck in getting it to work when I have occasionally bought it and have given up on it. I meant legitimate TV coverage. There is none of the championship available in Thailand as far as I am aware. I can and do watch live streams of City when available but that's probably no more than 5 times a season when we are shown on Bein in some territories. In any event, the post I was responding to suggested that international media rights for the championship were substantially greater than for the Scottish premier league and the point I was trying to make (badly it seems) is that I doubt that they amount to much for either of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollywhyte Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 8 hours ago, 'Orns said: Didn't say he wasn't? Not sure if you're agreeing or arguing with yourself about something I haven't said? Sorry if that came across wrong, wasn’t a dig at you! I actually agree with your post, you’re spot on. Was more sarcastic dig at all of those who seems to think Lansdown doesn’t have a plan or any idea of what he’s doing. When in fact it’s totally normal to take your time with a managerial appointment, especially one that will make or break or progress as a club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackbird1 Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 2 minutes ago, ollywhyte said: Sorry if that came across wrong, wasn’t a dig at you! I actually agree with your post, you’re spot on. Was more sarcastic dig at all of those who seems to think Lansdown doesn’t have a plan or any idea of what he’s doing. When in fact it’s totally normal to take your time with a managerial appointment, especially one that will make or break or progress as a club. Taking time to sack LJ certainly broke us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossi the Robin Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 No smoke without fire as they say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 Just now, Rossi the Robin said: No smoke without fire as they say That's just them highlighting the article in the Post in their gossip round-up, before anyone gets excited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rossi the Robin Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 2 minutes ago, Northern Red said: That's just them highlighting the article in the Post in their gossip round-up, before anyone gets excited. V true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow&Blue&Red Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 32 minutes ago, Colemanballs said: In any event, the post I was responding to suggested that international media rights for the championship were substantially greater than for the Scottish premier league and the point I was trying to make (badly it seems) is that I doubt that they amount to much for either of them. It looks like the difference is quite stark. From a quick web search (so caveats etc): EFL including L1 and L2 earns £52m from overseas tv rights per season. And SPL earns £2m. That's pretty amazing! https://media.sportbusiness.com/news/efl-seeks-advisors-to-assess-international-rights-strategy/ https://www.footballscotland.co.uk/spfl/scottish-premiership/spfls-new-international-tv-deal-15786354 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agard Days Night Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 10 hours ago, BS4 on Tour... said: In your undoubtedly promising career as a stand up comic, I wouldn’t open with that gag - bury it somewhere in the middle of the set, you might just get away with it ... you’ve lost me BS4. I’m not a stand up comic. I was chatting to Dave about postcards. He brought it up, not me. Not sure what you’re on about TBh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 14 minutes ago, Yellow&Blue&Red said: It looks like the difference is quite stark. From a quick web search (so caveats etc): EFL including L1 and L2 earns £52m from overseas tv rights per season. And SPL earns £2m. That's pretty amazing! https://media.sportbusiness.com/news/efl-seeks-advisors-to-assess-international-rights-strategy/ https://www.footballscotland.co.uk/spfl/scottish-premiership/spfls-new-international-tv-deal-15786354 Amazing that anyone would pay 2m for SPL football? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky Posted July 21, 2020 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 7 hours ago, SX227 said: As I said earlier: Wasserman (Gerrard's agent) also represent Afobe, O'Dowda, Andi W, Walsh,Vyner and Hinds. Ex-players such as Pack,Matthews,Rose are all Wasserman. In fact - BCFC hold the current championship record of 6 transfers using Ashtons preferred agent (err...Wasserman Group) from the Wasserman Agency themselves. Yes BCFC used Wasserman 6 times to buy 6 Wasserman players......via Wasserman. So, yes, if Gerrard was coming, as his agent is commonly used (and preferred) by Ashton, then I'm certain we would know. Seeing as once again we would be using the same agency to represent both sides. Small world eh? I was just about to look this up, so you saved me the time - thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Orns Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 1 hour ago, ollywhyte said: Sorry if that came across wrong, wasn’t a dig at you! I actually agree with your post, you’re spot on. Was more sarcastic dig at all of those who seems to think Lansdown doesn’t have a plan or any idea of what he’s doing. When in fact it’s totally normal to take your time with a managerial appointment, especially one that will make or break or progress as a club. Ha - it was very late when I saw it, couldn't work out if my post had come across the wrong way! I've said many times in the last couple of weeks, we must be a very attractive option to certain managers. This is such a massive decision, I don't care if it takes another month, wouldn't be ideal - but you get my point Another day or two and Villa, Bournemouth, Palace, Newcastle et al have big decisions to make. The market place could look very different by the weekend Exciting times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extonsred Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 1 minute ago, 'Orns said: Ha - it was very late when I saw it, couldn't work out if my post had come across the wrong way! I've said many times in the last couple of weeks, we must be a very attractive option to certain managers. This is such a massive decision, I don't care if it takes another month, wouldn't be ideal - but you get my point Another day or two and Villa, Bournemouth, Palace, Newcastle et al have big decisions to make. The market place could look very different by the weekend Exciting times Can anyone really identify what Gérard would bring to the club - - other than the glitz - has he proved himself in the management game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City oz Posted July 21, 2020 Report Share Posted July 21, 2020 Just looking at football insider then googled Steven Gerard. Steve Lansdown is claimed in the last hour to offer him 50,000.00 pounds P/W. And no I’m not on the beers yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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