He didn’t, he said he wasn’t going to rush into getting another RB because he had bought a new signing.

Brilliant interview imo. He isn’t fazed by it but I love the last line- ‘it won’t happen again’ in reference to Callum refusing to play.

Sell all three if they don’t sign contracts. We lost three players on a free before and I’d rather get some money than lose them on a free- especially Brittain- everything that is wrong with modern football in a nutshell.

Credit to Mercer- he stated two signings and Brittain signing a new deal before our first game!

And this would be my massive issue with Eustace, it’s short term thinking and we cannot survive on this model. I’m actually excited by the pace and power that appears to be coming into the side!

For a little balance, he also was CEO when they went from league 1 to championship. Decent CV, Director of Operations at Liverpool. From my recollection it was the owner who wanted Rooney. Talking of the academy, we also poach from other ‘smaller’ clubs and it’s the way of the world. Very disappointing but it’s how the football food chain works 😞

Hyam- excellent defender who has proven his worth over a number of years- who would you replace him with? Are there many seasoned championship CBs available on a free? Hyam and Batth would be my first choice pairing. I’m pleased to hear that pace is top of the list for attributes they are looking for in players. I think Gueye up front with Ohashi and another wide player with pace would be ideal. I think Kargbo will be a key asset next year- again some harsh comments on him, he has been injured and only came back a few games ago. I may be one of a few on here but I like what Ismail has done in the last 6 games and with a proper pre season I’m optimistic of another decent season with the possibility of a play off place. Venkys are the root cause of where we are, I wish they would sell us and let us be run like a normal club.

Could I also add that I am pretty certain AK and Gueye are fasting today- the energy levels are impressive when you take that into account too.

Ismail left Watford 9th- 3 points off 6th West Brom- 5th besiktas- 5th but four points off first He may not be the messiah but his record isn’t as bad as some are making out!

600k plus bonuses is a decent salary for someone. The 800k average is bloated because any relegated club will be paying at least double that for their managers. If you are not interested in a club pushing for a play off place with a dozen games to go, then you are not backing your own ability as a manager and are not someone I want at the club. I would imagine most European managers will be on less than that, and this is where our new manager will come from.

It’s 1-0 not 10-0. Pears was poor for that goal, but I have faith that our bench will come in handy second half!

Ok let’s go left field- how about Will Still at Lens? Was close to signing for Sunderland…

This Frederikson is currently top of the Polish league! Has a very good pedigree but obviously would be high risk.

Jackson stating we should have a manager in place by our next home game. Makes sense to appoint and give the guy a few training sessions. I honestly think it will be a left field appointment, someone we haven’t really spoke about. Was JDT mentioned or Eustace when we appointed?

Ismail I would be excited about but at this stage I’d take a punt on Duff. Being an ex Rover would definitely help!