You do realise it’s a prank site?

Think he’ll be well liked by the players. He’s passionate and has had his ups and downs but overall a good track record I would say. Don’t know where the MGP speculation comes from, he’s never coached before I believe, and is still playing. Bjørnebye would be the more obvious one if the clues are that he’s Norwegian and with a background from the club. Does anyone have any link or can share with me where they have that info from?

Just like Kidd was good enough for Fergie?

From Mowbray's Blue & White Army to Duncan's Donuts

Cheap, being sold a story. Hoping too they have learned form past mistakes. Going from Carvalhal/Farke to Ferguson just doesn't make sense.

There's levels. An upgrade from Tony shouldn't be too much to ask for.

A big no thank you. Tactically all over the place.

He has probably been told by Rovers to wait for a decision, and either tried to force their hand or didn't want to risk being left with the old maid. The same job will be here waiting for him in twelve months if we get this wrong (again).

Yes, for one the Russian league is more competitive. And to Farke's defense he walked away from Krasnodar six days after Russia invaded Ukraine, so not as if he's in the wrong morally here. Carvalhal with a one-year deal will still attract a lot of interest after collecting his fat paycheck. Can't blame him really. The game (and sports at the highets level in general) has gone anyway, that's why I quite like life in the Championship that's still 'purer' than the EPL, UCL etc.

He's had digs at Nyambe as well, but I can understand where Tony was coming from even though I always felt both of them were grossly mismanaged. They have the potential to lit this league on fire if they improve their end product, and for Rothwell put in consistent performances in his favourite position. When you see them in training on a daily basis and they can't reproduce the goods on the competitive pitch then it has to be a bit frustrating to watch. I think his relationship with Darragh is/was excellent and Nyambe by reports is a quiet lad who gets his head down and works hard, so it's more the agent(s) at work here that's been the issue. Hopefully an inspired Farke can convince them both to stay on.

Yeah, but if rumours are to be believed then Lenihan is waiting to see who is appointed and hopefully Nyambe can be swayed too. No need for a DoF here as the work is already in progress. Breo is a much bigger decision but I’m guessing the coach will want to have his say…

Whoever gets the gig will certainly have their hands full and first thing on the agenda must be to sort out the futures of Brereton, Lenihan and Nyambe. I think they would all relish playing under Farke. If those three are staying we have a solid foundation for the coming season, if not then I agree with Glen that it will take a season of building before mounting a serious promotion challenge. Knowing how long deals take to sanction, and the wages we offer, it’s not exactly a quick build. Glen, who decided the DoF/manager model? Are Venky’s and Waggott both on the same page in that department?

They will have to ask permission first, so he has to deny it until that stage (eventually) comes, right? And when we ask to speak to him, you'll know it's a done deal.

There’s the Waggot list and the Venky’s list.

Lampard has two assistant managers I believe, correct me if I’m wrong. One of them he brought in himself… From Dunc’s point of view Lampard has done quite poorly and could be gone again before Christmas. Then it’s either a step back or the same role again at Everton, or try and gain some experience to return to Goodison as manager one day. Who is ‘Myers’? The journo?

Dunc would probably fit in well with the model chosen if we get an experienced DoF/manager who can help mentor him. He's done the dirty work at Everton, started at the bottom in the Academy (many don't get that chance handed to them though), working seven days a week 7-19. Nevertheless, it would be an underwhelming signing for me, but let's give whoever they put in charge the support they need.

Hopefully Venky’s reject Big Dunc like Dikembe Mutombo.

Good throws and good with the ball at his feet. Sometimes over-eager to get the counter attack going but definitely has, and had, distribution. Found Armstrong on numerous occasions when they were both here.

Raya has always had distribution as one of his main attributes, an important one in the modern game. Kaminski is a lot more awkward with the ball at his feet but has a good throw and decent kick with the ball in his hands. He had at least one assist this season. Raya is short for a top level GK so his main strength will never be commanding the box. He does, and did, however intercept a lot of attacks with his awareness and pace. Kaminski also comes off his line quite a bit but is mainly a great shot stopper. Anyhow, I can’t judge Benson based on a few highlights off the tele - I thought it was wrong to sell Raya but he wanted out in order to take the next step - that could be down to Benson and it could be down to Mowbray who didn’t exactly reassure him and strengthen his confidence with his man-management towards the end.

So by your logic that makes Mourinho and Hodgson poor managers. I thought that way of thinking was a thing of the past. Benson has worked with Dean Henderson as well, who turned out alright. I would never judge a coach based on such simpleton metrics.

What’s wrong with Benson exactly? I see him on the end of some stick on here, but he’s helped turn Raya into a top GK and Kaminski signed a new contract recently so would imagine they have a great relationship.

No doubt will the DoF appointment be just as vital as the Head Coach, as well as their ability to work together. I just hope Venky’s realise how close we came to achieving something this season and supports whoever are next in charge with all of the BBD money.

You could well be right here. Carvalhal would be a more expensive option and would demand to make more changes than Manning most likely. I for one would be happy with Manning, but maybe part of that would be the relief I would feel about some of the other names we would have avoided.