When Sammie Smzodics leave we will need an open heart surgery to get goal scorers in. If he does not leave the squad still needs an open heart surgery. The rehash-article from LET is abit lazy click-bait journalism. Those quotes from Eustace are from the post-match interview at the end of the season. I have said it a few times, but LET needs to be much more brave in their reporting and continually ask for interviews with the owners, Waggot et.al. If there is a DOF incoming, I hope he is a persona that knows what he wants and has high standards.

https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/sport/24311114.eustace-identifies-area-address-blackburn-rovers-squad/ Well in light of this Eustace clearly wants more experience. I highly doubt Broughton completely opposes the idea of bringing more experience in, though perhaps in terms of the player trading model he values youth more.

Thanks for the insight!

That's one hell of a club statement https://www.rovers.co.uk/news/2024/may/13/statement--club-secretary/

Perhaps the new guy, Brett?

Agreed. We need proven regular goalscorers! I think most managers/head coaches in the Championship would want Gallagher, due to his work rate and ability to contribute defensively. I guess Eustace is one of those that rates that part of his game. Meanwhile Eustace has recently stated that he needs more goalscorers. Statistically Rovers are doing better with Gallagher on the pitch than when he does not play. Whether people rate Gallagher or not - by extending his contract Rovers are able to get a fee for him if we want to sell him this summer.

Arsenal need City to slip up away against Spurs to win. United a mess. Playing Phil Jones would probably be a better choice than Casemiro or Evans

I'm glad rumour has it that Rovers are going to continue with the DOF-model. Hopefully we will bring in an experienced and progressive DOF. It is clear that many clubs in the last decade with that model has been successful. With a DOF in place you are to able to plan long term and sign players accordingly. Think how Arsenal has recruited vs United's appalling recruitment. It does require some patience and a club willing to invest(!). If Venkys do intend to continue doing it, they need to step up...

Activating the extension was a given. That way we can get a fee if we sell.

Let's rely on Gallagher impeccable finishing when Szmodics leave then, after all he has great workrate? Slightly joking aside, Siggy has the technique and he did recently admit the season has been tough, injury ridden, and a learning curve, despite a good start. If he gets a pre-season he can only improve on last season.

He did manage 7 goals and 4 assists this season. A season he started and ended injured. He arrived in june last year and got injured shortly after, missing out on preseason. His movement inside the box and his ability to finish is second only to Szmodics. I remember Gamst Pedersen arriving at the club, struggling at first until he put on a few kilos of muscles and toughed up. Siggy has to follow suit and add some physicality to his game and get up to speed. He is clearly one of the most talented in the squad.

I think Sigurdsson has 10-15 goals in him with a proper pre-season. Shocking stats on Gallagher.

Just to quote the internet on what the DOF-job entails: "Being a Director of Football involves overseeing the football operations of a club, typically focusing on player recruitment, transfers, contract negotiations, and sometimes managerial appointments. They often work closely with the coaching staff and scouts to identify talent, negotiate contracts, and strategize for the club's long-term success. Additionally, they may be involved in budgeting, youth development, and implementing the club's football philosophy. Essentially, they serve as a bridge between the board, coaching staff, and players, ensuring the club's footballing objectives are met." I would never appoint Rudy Gestede in that position today. Perhaps in 10-15 years if he starts working hard to become one.

I would rather not have a DOF-setup if the choice was a random ex-player with no experience.

And if the cost of Rovers TV is the same..? Surely the price has to drop?

Could you please post a screenshot of the about-section/cv here? I don't have a linkedin account

The good thing is that it is much easier to sign foreign players. Hopefully Rovers have done some scouting abroad.

Elliot did write a piece this morning behind a paywall. Wonder what he wrote!

What often disappoints me is that LET usually is not making headlines and articles out of important opionions such as Tim Farron's tweet. LET could easily interview Farron and ask him to expand on his tweet and ask for a comment from Rovers owners or Waggot. This is typically done in Norway, and elsewhere in England I'm sure, where it is expected that the local press regularly asks the club critical questions. I just hope LET steps up going forward. They need to be more brave in their reporting, especially considering the circus that is surrounding the owners.

how many are Newcastle bringing?

https://www.rovers.co.uk/news/2024/february/24/keith-downing-joins-rovers-staff/?fbclid=IwAR1x8VZWQS0Z0ylj9MS7x-nSC-AoDjIRq_gxPybZMS8ayihEXy4TV8c8Lts

Looking at the tight fixture-list I am worried about the depth of this squad. Trondstad is putting in shift after shift. Do we have a player that can step in if he gets injured?

The recruitment has overall been poor. But Trondstad is clearly one of the best performers this season. Did not cost us anything.

he came on against Stoke

We seem to keep JDT's press and somewhat three touch offensive passing yet a bit more direct playing