brizzlelou Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Am I the only one that looked at the line "...I have no intention of seeing this wasted" and thought it meant LJ is in the brown stuff? I don't think his statement was as supportive of LJ as people are making out. Peeps, I think that was the dreaded vote of confidence! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 1 minute ago, brizzlelou said: Am I the only one that looked at the line "...I have no intention of seeing this wasted" and thought it meant LJ is in the brown stuff? I don't think his statement was as supportive of LJ as people are making out. Peeps, I think that was the dreaded vote of confidence! I thought exactly the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarnzFM Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 No direct support of the manager as far as I can see Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Horsman Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I read it that way too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Ashton Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Quote "He has my full support, he has the support of the board & the majority of supporters." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Engvall's Splinter Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 And we pray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyredredrobin Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 The majority are not on here then! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Engvall's Splinter Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Audio statement reads different on the RB news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityexile Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 12 minutes ago, Engvall's Splinter said: Audio statement reads different on the RB news. An important point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xiled Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I think we can assume that if you commit your words to an article on bcfc.co.uk, they will be totally accurate. There is not a single word that directly supports LJ. I read the article as 'stick with the club, keep supporting because I am not going to let this money be wasted'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Portland Bill Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Here's what he said shortly before SC was sacked. Other senior figures at the club were also supportive of Steve prior to his dismissal, such as club owner Steve Lansdown: "He is the man at the helm to take us forward". Make your own minds up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mozo Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Sounded to me like a final chance is being given. He said "we need wins". I think lots on here have got it right that the two home games simple must gain at least 4 points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityexile Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 You really can not half support a manager in these circumstances. You back a manager 100%, until the day you sack them. That is what I heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Being cynical, Jon Lansdown has re-appointed as number one son Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southvillekiddy Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 2 hours ago, brizzlelou said: Am I the only one that looked at the line "...I have no intention of seeing this wasted" and thought it meant LJ is in the brown stuff? I don't think his statement was as supportive of LJ as people are making out. Peeps, I think that was the dreaded vote of confidence! That did jump out. He can only be talking about Johnson there. All the rest is rallying the troops. League 1 football can no longer be acceptable following the investment in the stadium. I hope that he can admit that he was wrong (again) to himself (if not to us) and make the significant mind-set change that is needed if he genuinely wants the Premiership. He has to make the necessary change even if we survive. It's what other (proper) football clubs do. He's a genuine but misguided man at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charliesboots Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 It's a very public first and final warning for LJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 This thread is like a little oasis of sanity in the bleak, messed-up world of OTIB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 9 minutes ago, Charliesboots said: It's a very public first and final warning for LJ. I think your clutching at straws, SL has zero intention of sacking LJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeneys Penalties Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 I thought SL said he wouldn't discuss Lee's contract. That being the case, he could do nothing else other than make a vaguely supportive noise about him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charliesboots Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 2 minutes ago, old_eastender said: I think your clutching at straws, SL has zero intention of sacking LJ. Yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 It's easy to see that this statement piles a lot of pressure on. Remember when SL said we'd never sell Kodjia to a championship club and then got an obscene amount of money for him? Anyone who thinks SL is an idiot has a short memory. He's a shrewd businessman and there was a clear message beneath the surface. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 7 minutes ago, old_eastender said: I think your clutching at straws, SL has zero intention of sacking LJ. Disagree....his face and tone said it all. 18 minutes ago, Charliesboots said: It's a very public first and final warning for LJ. Totally agree. I think he's been told, "we are safe for the moment, but if that tide changes, you're out" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsober Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 3 hours ago, wendyredredrobin said: The majority are not on here then! no they are not! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 15 minutes ago, old_eastender said: I think your clutching at straws, SL has zero intention of sacking LJ. Not how I read it, but ..... 12 minutes ago, Charliesboots said: Yet This ! I took it as,he has a little time but that is not endless. More defeats will see him gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson Lamb Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 If there is one thing I know for sure right now. After reading the forum for the last 3 hours, listening to Radio Bristol, and listening to ITV. I am a very tired Bristol City fan tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 3 hours ago, brizzlelou said: Am I the only one that looked at the line "...I have no intention of seeing this wasted" and thought it meant LJ is in the brown stuff? I don't think his statement was as supportive of LJ as people are making out. Peeps, I think that was the dreaded vote of confidence! That was my reading too. However, with the way feelings are running on here at the moment, I am not surprised that many posters read into any statements made by anyone ( LJ/SL/MA) just what suits to justify their feelings and so that yet more knives can be stuck in. Similarly SL backing the manager is exactly what I would have expected him to say/do. To do anything but back LJ in public would undermine LJ's position completely and pave the way for LJ to argue constructive dismissal and with it a substantially higher compensation package than he would get if he resigns or leaves "by mutual consent". I don't think SL will sack LJ, but I do think that he will make LJ see that the better way is to go with some dignity, and with a negotiated financial settlement that is to the club's advantage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 3 hours ago, brizzlelou said: Am I the only one that looked at the line "...I have no intention of seeing this wasted" and thought it meant LJ is in the brown stuff? I don't think his statement was as supportive of LJ as people are making out. Peeps, I think that was the dreaded vote of confidence! Please Lord! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 SL's statement on TV tonight seemed to confirm LJ ain't going - 'he has the full support of the Board and the players' Oh well, who knows?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyredredrobin Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 5 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: SL's statement on TV tonight seemed to confirm LJ ain't going - 'he has the full support of the Board and the players' Oh well, who knows?! Famous vote of confidence from the board.........we all know what happens next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southvillekiddy Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 1 hour ago, Kid in the Riot said: This thread is like a little oasis of sanity in the bleak, messed-up world of OTIB. The crazy world of Arthur Brown. Set your hair on fire you're a City fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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