LFC approach Wigan for martinez

[a stoner]

Asked about the prospect of Martinez taking over at Liverpool, Reds skipper Steven Gerrard said: "We'll have to wait and see. It's news for me. I am aware Roberto Martinez has been speaking to the club. If he is the manger he has my support."

 

In the picture on that page Gerrard looks propper pissed off. It doesn't come across that way in the interview especially as Gerrard is put right on the spot as he's being interviewed with regards to the England game tomorrow.

BBC Sport - Roberto Martinez offered Liverpool manager's job - Dave Whelan

[FanchesterCity]

In the picture on that page Gerrard looks propper pissed off. It doesn't come across that way in the interview especially as Gerrard is put right on the spot as he's being interviewed with regards to the England game tomorrow.

BBC Sport - Roberto Martinez offered Liverpool manager's job - Dave Whelan

 

He should have done a Kenny and told them where to get off.

It's an England setup, they shouldn't be asking about Liverpool there.

 

I thought he sounded a bit out of the loop - genuinely no more idea than anybody else. He gave a decent answer though, and fended it off well.

[FanchesterCity]

You know, maybe I'm wrong... but why would the BBC choose THAT still? it's almost as if it's designed to make Gerrard look glum (and it does).

 

Am I being cynical, or is that just the start of what to come?

[Kennys_spell]

It may not be popular reading - granted.

It is sadly alarmingly accurate.

 

You have to learn to separate the distaste from the reality. They're two different things.

 

Liverpool is European brand that makes Fenway's portfolio appear global rather than American.

Their motivation isn't necessarily a bad thing and some of their goals are 100% in line with what the fans would like to see (Like increased revenues, wider brand recognition and bigger games)

 

However, they are an investment group and not a charitable benefactor. It beggars belief that anybody could / would think otherwise.

 

If you think my summary of reasons why they could well choose Martinez are wrong, I'd be very welcome to hear why YOU think they're going down this path (or not choosing to refute DW's revelations).

 

It's not for his glittering stats is it?

It's not for his world wide celebrity status is it?

He's not the only one with an alleged 'attractive play' philosophy is he?

And it's unlikely he's the only manager who'd want the job - I'm fairly sure others would be interested.

 

So what's left?

They want someone who they think will do the best with a limited amount of money.

 

Is that bullshit logic, you're deluded.

 

What the hell are you burbling about?

Stop talking shite.

Stop putting words in my mouth.

Stop making stupid comments Like "it is sadly alarmingly accurate" when talking about your own opinion.

Finally - try reading what is written by the person writing it and answer them. Don't just put it all into one blurt out post trying to defend all your misguided drivel.

[RedRazor]

I seriously question the judgement of any manager who gives up a job to take us on at the moment, Martinez or otherwise.

 

With minimal investment he is not going to be able to make great changes to the shape of the team and if we lose players like Kuyt and Maxi on a free then we will have a weaker squad than last year.

 

If we make a poor start in August the crowd will waste no time getting on his back.

 

Why would anyone give up a cushy number like Wigan to take that risk? I seriously question his judgement already.

[Kennys_spell]

Mate, you can spout shite on all matter of fucking subjects, and you do, continually. Verbal offers are impossible to prove, so unless it's in writing, then it's not classed as formal. Do us all a favour and fuck off you interminable cunt.

 

Who is this Dick anyway - Man City win the title once in a lifetime and this knob feels that he some sort of world football expert with a particular specialism for Liverpool FC/

[Rafiagra]

I seriously question the judgement of any manager who gives up a job to take us on at the moment, Martinez or otherwise.

 

Why would anyone give up a cushy number like Wigan to take that risk? I seriously question his judgement already.

 

Erm...ambition???

 

And because most people would give their right arm to manage LFC whatever the circumstances.

[clangers]

Don't get me wrong - I am definitely not championing the appointment of Roberto Martinez! I was just speculating on the characteristics which may have made him attractive to our owners.

 

I think his appointment would be a further clear signal that the owners have absolutely no intention of pumping significant sums into the club from their own resources. The only way we are going to be in a position to compete again is if we regain our Champions League status and that is a big ask in the current climate.

 

I do think we underachieved last season and I expect us to improve significantly. There is a chance that Spurs will lose Modric, Adebayor, Defoe and possibly others so may not be as competitive. Similarly, who knows who will be appointed at Chelsea and which players they will bring in to replace the likes of Drogba, Bosingwa and Kalou - Terry, Lampard et al will be a year older and there is no guarantee they will like the new regime. Will their recent success make them even more unwilling to accept a change of tactics? Arsenal may lose Van Persie to Man City - where would that leave them?

 

I agree entirely, trouble is then we're effectively relying on our rivals to not invest in their squad, which seems unlikely. The trouble with football as against the wider business world is the lack of ambiguity with perceived success. Success is not defined by turnover or quality of product range but simply by points on the board and success in the cups.

 

I can see why Martinez appeals to very statistics driven men, he returns a high points tally against dollars invested. It does really rather smack of Randy Lerner's attitude at Villa, lets get someone in we think can get more out of less. FSG are going to return a profit every season irrespective of an ever dwindling turnover and we'll get a manager in who can make the most out of whatever is available?

[Red_or_Dead]

Why are people banging on about Martinez balancing the books when what we've heard is that he won't be responsible for buying players. This whole situation is fucking shit.

[Guest San Don]

I seriously question the judgement of any manager who gives up a job to take us on at the moment, Martinez or otherwise.

 

With minimal investment he is not going to be able to make great changes to the shape of the team and if we lose players like Kuyt and Maxi on a free then we will have a weaker squad than last year.

 

If we make a poor start in August the crowd will waste no time getting on his back.

 

Why would anyone give up a cushy number like Wigan to take that risk? I seriously question his judgement already.

 

Im not certain the crowd would be on his back if we made a poor start to the new season. But, Im pretty sure they would be on henry's and werner's backs if \ when they show their faces.

 

I think most fans virtually accept its a fait accompli that martinez barring hiccups is going to be our manager and, it's the owners who have lowered the managerial standards.

[Iceman]

Pep is 10-1.

 

Closes eyes and dreams.

 

Wakes up and sees Bobby M at 1 - 4.

[sybian]

With the constraints that FSG has put on the managers position we'll be lucky to Garath Southgate.

[Iceman]

Lucky to have Southgate. Does not compute.

 

[Delmar]

He should have done a Kenny and told them where to get off.

It's an England setup, they shouldn't be asking about Liverpool there.

 

I thought he sounded a bit out of the loop - genuinely no more idea than anybody else. He gave a decent answer though, and fended it off well.

 

You are silverlining. No way would a Man City supporter bother with this. Negged. Go away.

[Red Soul]

Who is this Dick anyway - Man City win the title once in a lifetime and this knob feels that he some sort of world football expert with a particular specialism for Liverpool FC/

 

Do Citeh not have a forum of their own?.Why is everyone putting up with this strangely obsessed individual.I am not knocking all of his posts its just,Why the fuck is he so concerned about our club?.Not knocking the lad,well done for winning the League after all this time and that ,but it has obviously given him some sort of brain injury.

[dennis tooth]

I seriously question the judgement of any manager who gives up a job to take us on at the moment, Martinez or otherwise.

 

With minimal investment he is not going to be able to make great changes to the shape of the team and if we lose players like Kuyt and Maxi on a free then we will have a weaker squad than last year.

 

If we make a poor start in August the crowd will waste no time getting on his back.

 

Why would anyone give up a cushy number like Wigan to take that risk? I seriously question his judgement already.

 

Hahaha, that first sentence reminds me of the following unattributed quote.

I wouldnt want to sleep with a woman who has got so low a standard as to want to have sex with me.

 

As you were.

[Block109'er]

Im not certain the crowd would be on his back if we made a poor start to the new season. But, Im pretty sure they would be on henry's and werner's backs if \ when they show their faces.

 

I think most fans virtually accept its a fait accompli that martinez barring hiccups is going to be our manager and, it's the owners who have lowered the managerial standards.

 

I for one certainly hope they have the balls to show up for the first home game of the new season to support and stand by their new man, but I have my doubts.

 

I mean it's not as if it's the first game of the baseball season now is it?

[SlugTrail]

Why are people banging on about Martinez balancing the books when what we've heard is that he won't be responsible for buying players. This whole situation is fucking shit.

 

I alluded to that in one of my previous posts, but it doesn't back up people's arguments to remember it, when they can all harp on about his previous net spend and that's why he got the job.

 

Loads of histerical old women on here.

[FanchesterCity]

Do Citeh not have a forum of their own?.Why is everyone putting up with this strangely obsessed individual.I am not knocking all of his posts its just,Why the fuck is he so concerned about our club?.Not knocking the lad,well done for winning the League after all this time and that ,but it has obviously given him some sort of brain injury.

 

They're putting up with it, because a decent proportion don't get worried or upset by it. As long as it's not trying to toss hand grenades into a crowded room, most don't care.

 

It's only because it says 'City' in the name that all crap starts, and to be honest, it's not even close to the abuse some of you are giving each other!

 

I suppose much depends on what sort of forum this sets out to be... an open forum for half sensible opinion on Liverpool from wherever, or a forum for pure Liverpool fans to argue the toss amongst themselves.

 

If you look closely, I don't tend to post on the core Liverpool stuff - because you need more insight into Liverpool to contribute, but when it's a discussion about a potential manager, or the FA etc then it's about an external parties and views on that.

 

It's just a forum, it's not life or death (it's more important than that!).

Why on earth some folks get so wound up is beyond me.

 

There's lads fighting wars in Liverpool, City, Spurs, Leeds shirts and they can manage to cope.... it beggars belief that some can't manage it on a bloody forum!

[Red Soul]

You are silverlining. No way would a Man City supporter bother with this. Negged. Go away.

 

Mmm....interesting theory.I will however reserve judgement though, pending more concrete evidence.

We should brace ourselves for a barrage of sarcasm and elequent name calling in our quest for the truth.

[Red Soul]

They're putting up with it, because a decent proportion don't get worried or upset by it. As long as it's not trying to toss hand grenades into a crowded room, most don't care.

 

It's only because it says 'City' in the name that all crap starts, and to be honest, it's not even close to the abuse some of you are giving each other!

 

I suppose much depends on what sort of forum this sets out to be... an open forum for half sensible opinion on Liverpool from wherever, or a forum for pure Liverpool fans to argue the toss amongst themselves.

 

If you look closely, I don't tend to post on the core Liverpool stuff - because you need more insight into Liverpool to contribute, but when it's a discussion about a potential manager, or the FA etc then it's about an external parties and views on that.

 

It's just a forum, it's not life or death (it's more important than that!).

Why on earth some folks get so wound up is beyond me.

 

There's lads fighting wars in Liverpool, City, Spurs, Leeds shirts and they can manage to cope.... it beggars belief that some can't manage it on a bloody forum!

 

Dress it up any way you like.If you are not on a wind up you are some fucking odd Manchester City fan.

[FanchesterCity]

Dress it up any way you like.If you are not on a wind up you are some fucking odd Manchester City fan.

 

Forty odd of years of watching 'em does that a man.

 

The suggestion (not by you) that I'm Silverliing is wrong. Paranoia levels at an all time high I suspect. I'm not someone incognito.

[kalasoma]

Im not certain the crowd would be on his back if we made a poor start to the new season. But, Im pretty sure they would be on henry's and werner's backs if \ when they show their faces.

 

I think most fans virtually accept its a fait accompli that martinez barring hiccups is going to be our manager and, it's the owners who have lowered the managerial standards.

 

I haven't accepted anything. Fingers crossed that Whelan is talking out of his hat.

[Red Soul]

Forty odd of years of watching 'em does that a man.

 

The suggestion (not by you) that I'm Silverliing is wrong. Paranoia levels at an all time high I suspect. I'm not someone incognito.

 

Not really bothered either way mate.You are obviously an unconventional guy.

Who knows,we may be able to turn you into a red!!.

You are at least half way there already after all.

[kalasoma]

Watching Rafa talk about Bilbao trying to come back from 3-0 down at half time. Happy memories.