RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Dynamite 7312 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 and get a proper football minded directing officer How many chairman in the league know anything about football!? Very few. Hes done a better and less embarrassing job in 6 months than freddy did in the last 6 years so give the guy a break. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 and get a proper football minded directing officer How many chairman in the league know anything about football!? Very few. Hes done a better and less embarrassing job in 6 months than freddy did in the last 6 years so give the guy a break. I don't know about you but I'm pretty embarrassed by the current goings on. Do you think Peter Storrie knows nowt about football? He's just pulled off a coup for his club by influencing Redknapp to stay, saving him a lot of effort. I'm betting quite a few chairman posess that basic football logic. Does Mort? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo 175 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 The man has not put a foot wrong since joining the club in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawD 99 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 The man has not put a foot wrong since joining the club in my opinion. Id agree. Also on Barton, while I dont like him, what actual reason have we for getting rid, and more so why would we? thats the exact reaction that will quickly loose you £5M. No, you bring him back, get him playing (or not) and sell him. Then as for his comment about speculation being tedious, well fucking hell of course it is! What do you want him to say, "Yes, we are looking at getting rid of Sam, but dont tell him". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 The man has not put a foot wrong since joining the club in my opinion. Until now. What do you make of the timeline of events, given the manner of Allardyces departue and the comments about speculation. And what about Barton? He's a lawyer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawD 99 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 See my post above about Barton. As for the timing, would you have rather it was when the window closed (like Fred done) ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. Where's it come from that he didn't? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 (edited) The man has not put a foot wrong since joining the club in my opinion. Id agree. Also on Barton, while I dont like him, what actual reason have we for getting rid, and more so why would we? thats the exact reaction that will quickly loose you £5M. No, you bring him back, get him playing (or not) and sell him. Then as for his comment about speculation being tedious, well fucking hell of course it is! What do you want him to say, "Yes, we are looking at getting rid of Sam, but dont tell him". Did he have to come out and say it? I don't think so. It puts the question in my mind, was he lying or not? Edited January 12, 2008 by RlCO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. Where's it come from that he didn't? The timing of events, the press conferences, the transfer dealings, Sky telling Sam he's sacked before Mort, the tedious speculation comment, the whole moving ahead together impression of the last few months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. What's not to understand? If you don't call him the chairman you don't give people the impression he is the one making the decisions. Redknapp supposedly wasn't impressed at not hearing from Ashley, so it obviously mattered to him, as it undoubtedly does to others who have to deal with our club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. What's not to understand? If you don't call him the chairman you don't give people the impression he is the one making the decisions. Redknapp supposedly wasn't impressed at not hearing from Ashley, so it obviously mattered to him, as it undoubtedly does to others who have to deal with our club. Ashley is out of the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fop 1 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. What's not to understand? If you don't call him the chairman you don't give people the impression he is the one making the decisions. Redknapp supposedly wasn't impressed at not hearing from Ashley, so it obviously mattered to him, as it undoubtedly does to others who have to deal with our club. Ashley is out of the country. On a golf course in Barbados. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. What's not to understand? If you don't call him the chairman you don't give people the impression he is the one making the decisions. Redknapp supposedly wasn't impressed at not hearing from Ashley, so it obviously mattered to him, as it undoubtedly does to others who have to deal with our club. Ashley is out of the country. Is he in the 1920's as well? Can't get to a telegraph office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeazesMag 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 and get a proper football minded directing officer How many chairman in the league know anything about football!? Very few. Hes done a better and less embarrassing job in 6 months than freddy did in the last 6 years so give the guy a break. aye, we're having a simply wonderful time just now. When did we qualify for the CL in the last 6 months ? Have I blinked and missed it ? what a load of shite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. What's not to understand? If you don't call him the chairman you don't give people the impression he is the one making the decisions. Redknapp supposedly wasn't impressed at not hearing from Ashley, so it obviously mattered to him, as it undoubtedly does to others who have to deal with our club. Ashley is out of the country. On a golf course in Barbados. With Shepherd and Shearer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alex Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. What's not to understand? If you don't call him the chairman you don't give people the impression he is the one making the decisions. Redknapp supposedly wasn't impressed at not hearing from Ashley, so it obviously mattered to him, as it undoubtedly does to others who have to deal with our club. Ashley is out of the country. Is he in the 1920's as well? Can't get to a telegraph office. You tell, you've got the inside track. He employed Mort to do this sort of thing didn't he. Only a moron would think Ashley isn't making the decisions though. Yes, that last bit would appear to refer to you. Now fuck off, I'm going out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 Anyone else worried about what this guy's role is? He was supposedly on sabbatical from Freshfields, so when is he planning on returning? Is he actually making any decisions? Did he really know in advance about Sam leaving, or was he just passing on the message? If he is such a top shot lawyer why is Barton still on the books? The whole comment about the speculation being 'tedious' still pisses me off. Is it not the right time with this managerial change, to look for a more comprehensive restructure, and get a proper football minded directing officer in with the proper connections and knowledge, like not sacking managers in January. Perhaps even retire the chairman title, as I think Ashley is the de facto chairman. Bump Mort down to company lawyer and contracts consultant. So, keep him doing the same job he's doing now but change its name? What a brilliant idea. People are just fucking moaning for the sake of it now. No, bring in a new top man, but stop calling him the chairman. What's Mort done wrong like? The name change is dead important too. You would think a 'chairman' would know if he's sacking the manager more than 30 minutes before hand. It's all down to the owner obviously, what's a change in job title or personnel going to do that would make that any difference in the future? Rhetorical question btw. What's not to understand? If you don't call him the chairman you don't give people the impression he is the one making the decisions. Redknapp supposedly wasn't impressed at not hearing from Ashley, so it obviously mattered to him, as it undoubtedly does to others who have to deal with our club. Ashley is out of the country. Is he in the 1920's as well? Can't get to a telegraph office. You tell, you've got the inside track. He employed Mort to do this sort of thing didn't he. Only a moron would think Ashley isn't making the decisions though. Yes, that last bit would appear to refer to you. Now fuck off, I'm going out. Thanks for your valuable time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 4183 Posted January 12, 2008 Share Posted January 12, 2008 What I like about Rico is his unfailling ability to find the positives in any situation. Have you ever considered motivational speaking as a career - you would be mint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RlCO 0 Posted January 12, 2008 Author Share Posted January 12, 2008 What I like about Rico is his unfailling ability to find the positives in any situation. Have you ever considered motivational speaking as a career - you would be mint Mort has me block booked for all team talks until we can capture Hodgson from Fulham. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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