Loco Rojo

Hampshire Reds, is this your 3rd Otib account? ?

No ones going to buy the ones we're willing to sell (possibly due to wage demands, how attractive they look to other teams given our current situation and the view mention about the state of the transfer market) and the players themselves would be in a better position to let their contracts run down (assuming we don't offer them deals). I think most if not all of those we don't want to keep will leve for nothing.

It's a fair point. We'll ignore the form then. Playoffs here we come. Edit: just to qualify my point (which I know you got), when you combine the picture of the form table, together with the quality of performances on the pitch, likely damage to the moral given the nature of the recent defeats, impact of the reduction in coaches plus now the manager out for an unknown period of time. To me, it only feels like the gap to the playoffs is heading in one direction. I admire your optimism though.

Firstly, priority here (as I've said all along) is Nigel's health. I think it's good the club haven't put any timescales/pressure on Nigel (publicly) to return. Get well soon Nigel and whatever decision you make has to be right for you and your family. From a business/club perspective though and at a time when we need some strong, confident leadership (and clear communication), it just feels like more uncertainty- left in limbo. I'm sure there's lots going on behind the scenes but outwardly it feels like the opposite. This form table highlights the crisis we're in and it doesn't get any worse than this. Plus when you factor in the reduced coaching team, I cannot see how this is going to improve whilst Nigel is out. The players maybe playoff quality on paper, but names on paper is completely irrelevant compared to the reality we're in.

The way the club could squash this (and have a laugh at our expense) is to give an update on Nigel's length of expected absence or any sort of update on how he's doing (without giving away any personal details). Bit strange that they haven't though isn't it regardless of this thread (unless I've missed it). Surely that would end this madness or give the media team some entertainment.

Come on, if this turns out to be a wind up, Bs4Red deserves to win the day. Certainly made this Monday more fun.

God, there's more people browsing this thread than on a match day. Work productivity across Bristol has taken a big hit today ?

I think at times like this, this is where communication is vital. Clearly the club has issues already (financial challenges and FFP etc) which are trying to be managed carefully, and these are obviously very difficult times what with results/performances on the pitch. The club really need to be more transparent in the plan/strategy for this season and expectations so that fans can start to get on board with it - or at least disagree but know the objectives. Appreciate things like this come in left field and cannot always be planned for but this just highlights the importance of communication to steady the ship in a storm. Fingers crossed we get some clear messages later.

Hopefully Nigel's OK. If this is true and it is health related then this has to be for the best (for all parties). Not sure I feel confident in the short term for the next manager coming in though. Let's face it, this squad needs some major upgrades which isn't going to happen for A few windows and the coaching team needs some re-inforcements too. Not expected a 'new manager bounce' from this.

Agree. I think it shows the level of confidence the OTIB fan base has in the squad and their ability to turn this mess around.

Good shout. The problem is what we have on the pitch for 90 minutes. It's like having Pep try to teach a lump of turd how to play football. Ain't going to happen. Time to get the shovel out and start again.

You're probably right (and I'm not saying I want him to go), I just don't see this working as we have a squad that is too mentally weak and sinking lower week after week. Thing is I don't think anyone could come in and fix this mess (hopefully I'm wrong) and if Landsdown can't invest due to FFP/the clubs financial situation then it feels like there is only one way this is going until he/someone else can start investing again. Something someone posted on another thread sometime ago springs to mind 'we seem to now be in a position where we can't financially compete to be in this league anymore' and is that doing more damage? I don't know. Maybe I'll feel diffentely tomorrow.

I think you'll get your wish sooner or than later. We're heading towards a relegation beating. I would say scrap but I don't think this team have it in them mentally now to fight for survival. If/when we go down, Pearson won't stick around whether that's through choice or otherwise.

????????? Predictable. Classic Bristol City.

Mrs Fevs needs a medal!

Football takes a backseat when it comes to health (mental or physical). Hopefully it's just a short term rest needed, but if it does result in him needing to resign, then I'll be gutted but completely understand. Priority is for him to get better, however long it takes.

The Ideal Candidate Sumeone who doesnt' nead to pruf read or use spell chick of any articles you write Must be happy too publish articles without complete senct

Nice gesture from the club. Or, you could go on ebay and save yourself more by buy yourself one of these top quality purchases ? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bristol-City-AWAY-21-22-UK-Seller-Receive-In-3-Days-Large-and-Medium-/185118366161?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

Can hear the crowd celebrate that final whistle here in the Centre. Love it.

If you've read Rich's and DaveFevs posts on Page 1 and let that sink in then you might understand why some fans might see it as an achievement to scrape safety this season (especially after last year). Doesn't mean people are happy with it, but they may see that as an 'achievement' to secure Championship status for another year given our predicament.

But, but, but Football Manager 2022 says we have £1m to spend so we must have money. Come on Steve! ?

Good shout about Flemming. He may have been one in Nigels mind to replace one of them or maybe there's someone else as well? Shakespeare would be a great shout but I can't see him leaving Villa to come here. Whatever happens next, it does feel like a change/improvement in the coaching set up (excluding Nigel) is required if we're unable to spend on the playing staff.

I wonder if Nigel has plans to replace either or both with people he's worked with previously?

2 of my favourite City players right there (along with Murray). Pleased with this. Welcome Mickey.

You don't get the argument because you don't understand FFP or the financial situation City are in. This isnt Football Manager There are some very detailed threads on OTIB that explain the situation we're in.