Nathan

Did anyone catch the under 21s game today? How did Rafa fair this time round. I'm interested in Perry too. Meant to be a prospect. #PUSB

Erm not necessarily, more to the point of a big name. Could have some big name coaches, etc. Naturally I think the spotlight shines on us more. Commercial opportunities I would imagine, we will have more options.

Out of the two, is it just me thinks Lampard would be a better fit for us? Or might be just me, settling on the idea if Lampard. I think in his mind, he has something to prove. We gain so much more by employing Lampard over Cooper I think. Just from the name alone #PUSB

Torp, Eccles, Rudoni were fantastic. Rotating and constantly moving. Eccles passing range is growing, some of his passes Saturday were class. He gets unjust stick at times. Clattering O'Hare was what we were all needing to see aswell.

I wonder if it is Frank Lampard day today! #PUSB

Getting two draws off 1st & 2nd recently is not bad at all. Looks likely for a draw on Tuesday against Burnley aswell then!

We played fairly well on Saturday, movement in the box midfielder was superb.

I agree. It is good, I am sure this image will crop up soon though! The proper one with avtual guy taking it haha

Happy to be told it's fake :)

That's debatable isn't it. They might be evergreens, so don't lose their leaves so to speak.

photo of Frank Lampard in front of the Coventry City badge at Ryton. picture looks to be taken from the bushes, like a sneaky photo.

Just been sent this.. Looks like it's happening! #PUSB
I don't know if it's fake or not. Looks different to the leaked Haji Wright one.. If it's a fake, they fucking hell it's a fairly decent one.

That a few presentations had to be made by multiple applicants, then Psychometric tests, etc. This have to be interpreted, I don't think it's as simple as just asking if they want the job now. We are trying to create an elite environment so I guess there is a more thorough vetting process too.

It's probably normal process and timescale to get this type of stuff done. Also, forgot to mention that we aren't taking about a low quality of applicants so I guess we are probably getting much more things into the contract and in place firstly. Reading the Gary Rowett interview, I'd also imagine

Recruiting in any job takes a while, not to mention a high profile football club. I think DK honestly wants to do it right, I'd imagine he will do his due diligence on the new coach and all accompanying coaches. I think because there is no football about, it seems to be taking longer. When

I Think taveres' time is up to be honest. I don't think he is at the standard we need. Back up yes, but in my eyes we don't need a back up we need a collective team who are pushing for a first team spot. I just don't think Tavares has the overall ability to be a starter.

So in theory we actually need 3 CM's. Unless Kai Andrews steps up and fills the gap which Allen will leave open. A natural number 10 for me also, Rudoni for me is an 8, someone with a bit of flair and important for me, be able to connect the midfield to attack.

Promoted this season, we can let him go in the summer. He will leave a massive hole in the midfield. The master at being in the right place at the right time, his simple movements and ball carrying abilities. So in my eyes, two CM's need to come in at least. I think Allen will be let go too.

Agree with that. A progressive player in the Hamer mould, hard to come by. We do need someone to fill his role but also Sheaf and I think he will be gone in the summer. I am sure I read that we gave him the captaincy as a sweetener for this season with a gentleman's agreement that if we don't get

Coming in, in Jan to be honest. Buying in Jan always seems pretty tough and prices tend to be inflated.

I agree, a combination of the both would be good. Da Silva technically is pretty good, good with his feet. But gets targeted at full back purely for his height. I'd move Fabio on too. Deffo backup needed for MVE, I agree on that. Whether that will happen in Jan, I don't know. I can see some loans

Let's play the scenario, you are Frank. You come through the door, you have watched and researched games from the last 6 months and your recruitment team ask. "Frank, where do we need to strengthen?" "who needs to be let go?" What are you going back to them with? #PUSB

Support from day one. It could be so detrimental if they are coming into a toxic environment. I'm coming to terms with Robins being let go, and maybe it was the right decision. But we can't dwell on it now and look to the past.

I think the support is split, it depends on where you look for the tone of the support. I've seen a lot being positive and will support the club as the club will always come first. But on the same hand, a lot having a negative feel. I think first and foremost whoever comes in needs to have the

See I don't feel the same. I think looking now, it might be a good appointment. Maybe we has hit our ceiling, maybe too much was happening behind the scenes and we were at risk of regressing. It seemed we were trying to make what DK would say positive change but Robins was pulling up the hand brake.

Haaland is an absolute machine and freak with his goal ratio, he stays in and around the box and centrally. Viktor is a complete forward, different to Haaland, channel running, hold up play, creates his own chances (from half way), aerial threat. Wow

Viktor, Viktor, Viktor, Viktor. Wow! Just casually scoring again! We were so lucky to have watched him play for us. Top 3 striker in the world right now. Someone has got to take a punt on him, he's a monster! A complete forward in my mind, more so than Haaland.

About coaches and assistants too. I suppose when hiring a head coach, you aren't just employing one person. It's the support staff aswell.

I'm over the whole Robins situation now and just looking forward. I see some are moaning about the time taken to appoint someone, I would must rather all the right questions get asked and answered from all parties to make sure all are aligned with a vision. I suppose there would also be discussion

Think I've come to the realisation that we will appoint Frank Lampard now. I'm all for it, I've watched a few videos of him with Neville, on Monday night football, etc. It seems like he's learnt a lot over his previous jobs. Think it could be an exciting appointment. #PUSB what's your thoughts?

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And link between departments. Now, he will come into a team which has solid foundations, and not a team who is struggling. It comes across that he has learnt from his previous experiences. You don't manage a team like Chelsea for no reason.

YouTube video by The Overlap Lampard: Management, Chelsea & Golden Generation Myth | Stick to Football EP 16

But more eyes on us. Brings in more fans, will only be good for sponsorship, etc. If you listen to him on this.

youtu.be/wazSpMEu3S0?...

He sounds like he wants to succeed, has gone away to refresh. Has done the tough manager job, (like Robins did here before) being the spokesperson