If we were in 8th or 9th, then I think we could say the blame sits with Knapper

for not delivering a squad strong enough.

As it is though, the main problem we have is a squad that looks completely disinterested, playing a system that is very easy to play against and offers minimal attacking threat. Those main issues sit entirely with the coaching team.

Good managers are very good at managing people; motivating them and getting the best out of them. They can hire coaches to do the training and tactical bit. Paul Lambert is a good example, he was not the brains behind our formations etc, but he was a very good motivator.

Managers can moan about sporting directors if they're getting everything they can out of the squad and it's still not good enough. JHT didn't earn that right.

Posted By: SimonOTBC, Apr 22, 15:46:38