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Sean Dyche, Karl Robinson, Gary Rowett ... would like to see our next manager be English and committed long term. We aren't going to get instant success so need to give somebody time, trust and the right structure to keep pushing up forwards.

What did Guly do wrong? Mayuka was a punt on potential that, fair, did not come off at all. Waigo was a loan, no harm no foul. Not saying the little Italian was perfect just don't think those are sticks to beat him with.

We could infer there is some difference between their two positions - again we can only infer, but it would appear Koeman wants to see more investment in the first team and the board are reluctant. I can't help but feel we need to make a few moves to turn us around and try to keep us out of a proper relegation scrap. I don't think anybody expected us to be in the situation we currently find ourselves and the board may have to invest or risk taking a massive hit should the unthinkable happen.

thank you

Anybody know of a replay clip somewhere?

Not the way he is going about his business this year.

Moot point. Stupid tackle left him team mates in the sh*t.

Like what exactly? Honestly?

Wanayama caught in possession again, honestly starting to think I wouldn't mind losing him if we can find a replacement.

If the price is right hcdaju. Can score, can create, could link between Pelle and midfield, knows the league, seems like a good character.

To a point yes but January signings are a different ballgame as you acknowledge. Not sure how many first team ready players we could attract/afford in January but of course the scouting set-up probably have a few tricks up their sleeves. I maintain signing the likes of Gray - players we can develop into top class talent, isn't the worst way to go. Not sure what your Leicester rant is all about...

Happy to admit he looked a bit raw and can understand your point but I just don't think we are shopping in the market of ready made top class. I did think there looks to be enough about him to become a top player and could see him making an impact in our squad as it stands - though not a starter by any means.

Gray looks decent for Brum tonight, not exactly a cheap player but bags of direct running and potential, would love to see us sign him up!

Not seen much of him but like what I do see. We all want the finished article but reality is we simply may not be able to afford it. He could develop into a top quality player without doubt, lots of big clubs have been circling.

You make some good points. A few from these would be decent really.

Broken clock.

Basically a Lukaku-esque type player with direct running, some pace, decent finishing, strong physical presence and effective link-up play. If a player has all of that already and is available to us for a fair price I would eat my hat but it might be worth gambling on potential - especially if we consider this season a bit of non-starter - they could have 6 months pressure free to find their feet.

Small margins in this one but just a shame we don't have many quality choices to change games ... fine no Rodriguez sure but hopefully we can clear Gaston off the books and have a re-think in the summer.

If the price is right ... Long and Rodriguez, when fit, aren't proper 'lead the line' types.

I think the issue is we've had some absolute mares this season and our patchy form is a massive disappointment considering the upward trajectory we have been on. But tonight was seriously f**king embarrassing. Some players looked to have given up after the second goal.

Frustrating. Not exactly played poorly but concede and our heads drop lately. Normal answer would be to freshen up a side but can we really do that?

Bit soon to write him off completely? Romeu not Martina that is ... Does anybody actually know what sort of room we have in terms of wage and spend allowance left? To be honest I can see where Roko is coming from but I wouldn't expect us to spend in January nor do I expect Wanayama to stay beyond the summer. It is more about the balance of the squad than if players do/do not leave.

Tadic can frustrate at times but often proper creative players do - unless they are that step above. Look at Mane, little magician at times but also has hand in head moments. Let's hope Roko is able to pull a rabbit out of the hat. To be honest I am not expecting much from this game so anything we can get will be a bonus.

Have to admit I am not mad on dropping Tadic and Clasie but it looks like a tactical shift. Have you seen the City front four?!? With no Pelle either to give Demichelis hell not surprised Koeman has tried to conjure a plan B.

VVVD doing really way at seeing the danger and intercepting, good to see.