Snopper Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 I`m just thankful it`s not Dennis Wise and his Armani suit.
slickmick Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Does everyone else feel like me-feel like we have finally turned the corner and are now just about to head off in the right direction! COYR! Sense of relief aswell. Now we can start looking forward to a good strong squad being built. The club now seems to have a feeling of stability about it already.
trousers Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 He's 48 tomorrow. Happy Birthday, Alan. I feel a song coming on at the game tomorrow....
Under Weststand Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 A little underwhelmed when I heard the news on sky but a little rational thinking, and this is as good as we could probably expect. As several have said we are are 3rd tier club on -10 points, and he has a reasonable record so overall this is looking like a decent appointment. I guess it now all depends on what budget he has to work with & getting a team ready for league 1. His contacts should allow him a decent chance of putting a strong team together. As Fan the Flames said it reminds me of WGS appointment lets hope it's the start of the good times returning Alan Pardews red & white army.
Scummer Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Anyone know what his record of signing players is like? Is he one for buying players who are already the finished article, or does he spot up and coming talent? We probably need to bring in half a dozen players or more in the next few weeks, so it might give an idea of what to expect.
SFC Forever Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 I am very pleased we have a manager we can all look forward to backing. Has a reasonable record and with us being able to buy we could see some early movement in the transfer market. Look forward to seeing him on Saturday. Let's give him and Markus a right royal Saints welcome.
Horley CTFC Saint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Hope he's given a bit of time to get things right given we are now less than two weeks from the start of the season and still to start building a team fit for Div 1
Wiltshire Saint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Anybody who cares to read my posts from about four years ago (no takers!) will read that Alan Pardew was my first choice before Burley came. What a shame it has taken four years for the penny to drop. Too late now? If only the club listened to you we probably wouldn't be in such a mess now. With your foresight and intelligence I would be happy to have you as our manager as you would probably save the club all by yourself. Is there any chance of getting some links to your archive posts? I would be interested in reading your posts from 4 years ago and more recent ones as well. Thanks in advance.
SaintRichmond Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Would it be fair to say Pardew has a similar managerial style to Burley? I don't think so ..... His Win and Draw Ratio is far higher than Lispers, surely ... ???
Professor Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 This is unexpected. I reckon he is a good choice for getting us back into the CCC and possibly the PL thereafter. But then ? Seems like a middle-term appointment. But what the hell, with a couple more years under his belt, even that may click. We could have ended up with a lot, lot, worse. Almost unstinted praise by Alpine standards, but having just spent two weeks in the Swiss Alps, the altitude and lower Oxygen levels do affect the head, although it doesn't seem to have been a problem for Marcus, or any of the Liebherr family. Re the comment that Alan Pardew 'seems like a middle term appointment', that is actually what the announcement says, as it is for an initial period of 3 seasons. That looks like the perfect compromise between long-term commitment, short term stability, and incentive to the manager. If he gets us two promotions in 3 years, he'll be close to God in Hampshire, but even if it takes a little longer it looks an excellent decision. We now have a capable manager who will give the club some deserved profile amongst the media and who has shown he has what it takes to build a successful side.
trigger Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Am I the only one who thinks Alan Pardew is an utter tool? Take the fiasco at Reading. He signs a new contract, then West Ham come sniffing, Reading refuse him permission to speak to them, toys come out the pram, and he resigns. Is that the sort of integrity and loyalty we want from a manager? Is this not also the same guy who had Tevez and Mascherano at his disposal at West Ham, yet didn't play them? Sound footballing decision there!!
Stax Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Excellent news great appointment i was getting worried it might be Tony Adams cant wait for the Millwall game!
ottery st mary Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Everything is Top Class at Saints and now we have a very good Manager/Coach...Who is sound and very fit for purpose, as you big boys say..... just right for taking us up through the Leagues....Here we go and all that.....Proper job .. New players here and there and happy days ahead. COYRs
Dicko Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 If only the club listened to you we probably wouldn't be in such a mess now. With your foresight and intelligence I would be happy to have you as our manager as you would probably save the club all by yourself. Is there any chance of getting some links to your archive posts? I would be interested in reading your posts from 4 years ago and more recent ones as well. Thanks in advance.
OldNick Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Originally Posted by Charlie Wayman Anybody who cares to read my posts from about four years ago (no takers!) will read that Alan Pardew was my first choice before Burley came. What a shame it has taken four years for the penny to drop. Too late now? 4years ago we were in a different position than now.At that time Im sure that the fans would have chosen GB ahead of AP at that time. Nobody can say he woulkd have fared any better.I hope at this place in time he is the man to take us on.
Clapham Saint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Very pleased with this. Then again though I was dissapointed when at WGS's appointment at the time and thought that Burley would take us up so what do I know...
dellboypete Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 I work in a small office with a Chelsea season ticket holder, a Brentford season ticket holder and a Stoke fan. We've also got a consultant in from Derby this week who is a season ticket holder at pride park. All of them came in this morning saying what a great appointment Pardew is for us - which cheered me up no end. I was initially underwhelmed, probably because he was not on my radar - but on reflection I reckon it is a very shrewd move by our new owners. Somebody posted that it shows that the new owners don't have ambition. However the ambition is to get out of the 3rd tier, and they've brought Pardew in who clearly has excelled at this level. I haven't been soo excited for years
Thedelldays Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Am I the only one who thinks Alan Pardew is an utter tool? Take the fiasco at Reading. He signs a new contract, then West Ham come sniffing, Reading refuse him permission to speak to them, toys come out the pram, and he resigns. Is that the sort of integrity and loyalty we want from a manager? Is this not also the same guy who had Tevez and Mascherano at his disposal at West Ham, yet didn't play them? Sound footballing decision there!! yes...yes you are
Jimmy Gabriel's Halo Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Was just about to sort out Mrs Jimmy Gabriel's Halo this morning with the old morning glory when the news came on the radio. This resulted in an immediate cry of "FFS" from me and immediate loss of said morning glory. But, thinking about it, this could be the right appointment at the right time. He can start with a blank canvas and really put his mark on the club and by getting the right coaching staff and players in I think we might have a chance of the play offs after all. Here's hoping anyway. Now, where's Mrs Jimmy Gabriel's Halo gone........??
Justin C Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 A good average manager, I think he is prob the correct level for us if we are all being honest. At least it proves he is just not going put some unknown Swiss guy in.
OldNick Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Am I the only one who thinks Alan Pardew is an utter tool? Take the fiasco at Reading. He signs a new contract, then West Ham come sniffing, Reading refuse him permission to speak to them, toys come out the pram, and he resigns. Is that the sort of integrity and loyalty we want from a manager? Is this not also the same guy who had Tevez and Mascherano at his disposal at West Ham, yet didn't play them? Sound footballing decision there!! To be fair to get the chance to manage a team you played for as well as in the higher league would be hard to turn down. I do agree i wouldnt want him o do the same as GH to us but I expect he has learnt from that. As for Tevez etc they were forced on him
badgerx16 Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Is this not also the same guy who had Tevez and Mascherano at his disposal at West Ham, yet didn't play them? Sound footballing decision there!! His hands were tied as to how he could use them at WHU, it was a ploy by their management companies to get them into a UEFA league prior to moving on to a big-name club, which could be seen by all the wrangles over their contracts and registrations when they did move on at the end of that season.
Clifford Nelson Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 It's a shrewd appointment. He knows what is needed for promotion. Whether he succeeds this season may be questionable with so little preparation time left, but we will soon see. He won't fill SMS by his charisma alone, so the football need to be as good as can be expected on this level, and more than anything the team needs to WIN. That's an expectation I lost years ago, somewhen in the Branfoot era, and I'm looking forward to recovering it. Welcome to the South, Alan!
krissyboy31 Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Am I the only one who thinks Alan Pardew is an utter tool? No probably not but then there are people who think the same of WGS, Coppell, Curbishley, Ince or whoever and others trying to ague that Adams (either of them) would be a good appointment. I think it is a good if not spectacular appointment. We could have done better (although we don;t know that realistically) but we could certainly done much much worse!! As an aside, I see that Adam Leitch is claiming it as yet another Echo EXCLUSIVE!!!
slickmick Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Originally Posted by Charlie Wayman Anybody who cares to read my posts from about four years ago (no takers!) will read that Alan Pardew was my first choice before Burley came. What a shame it has taken four years for the penny to drop. Too late now? 4years ago we were in a different position than now.At that time Im sure that the fans would have chosen GB ahead of AP at that time. Nobody can say he woulkd have fared any better.I hope at this place in time he is the man to take us on. See your still defending your idol nick. Hows he doing these days ?
Greenridge Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Considering all aspects then this is a pretty decent appointment. Slightly concerned with some of the rumours of his ego but maybe he's back down to earth now so onwards and upwards for SFC.
ericofarabia Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 He's 48 tomorrow. Happy Birthday, Alan. Well, all you guys and gals at SMS had better sing Happy Birthday loud and clear, just in case he does a Delgado and bogs off in a mega sulk Just hope everybody gets his name right, as there are several posts on this fred calling him Alan Curbishly Let the good times roll. COYRs
SaintDonkey Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Under the circumstances a damned good appointment. Just a slight worry that he might be lured by the bright lights as he was when he left Reading.
saints-cris Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 I'm really pleased about this. Got a manager who just a few years ago was in the premiership with West Ham and in the FA Cup final. To lure him down to the bottom of League one is very impressive to be honest. Yes, it would have been better to get WGS or likewise, but he's been managing in the Champions league recently, I think that getting him to drop down to league one was a step too far and unrealistic. Great signing, hopefully now everything is in place for us to finally go forward.
gonzo Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Alan Pardew is a fantastic appointment for us, in my view. Good track record, and gets his teams fit and playing good football.
Daren W Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Underwhelmed to be honest, I'd have taken Coppell as the most realsitic option. It's amusing to see people say how pleased they are to see a manager of his status in League One... Exactly where he would have been with Charlton... lol I'll just remember being underwhelmed with Strachan's appointment and being pleasantly stunned. My only doubts is that Pardew is a disloyal, mercenary ******... Now prove me wrong Alan...
slickmick Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Under the circumstances a damned good appointment. Just a slight worry that he might be lured by the bright lights as he was when he left Reading. Name me one manager that wouldn't worry you about being lured by the premiership.
OldNick Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Originally Posted by Charlie Wayman Anybody who cares to read my posts from about four years ago (no takers!) will read that Alan Pardew was my first choice before Burley came. What a shame it has taken four years for the penny to drop. Too late now? See your still defending your idol nick. Hows he doing these days ? Mick I cant see how that is defending GB, just making the point that it is all well and good saying you wanted AP then butr how do we know how he fared.As for how GB is doing, still manager of the Scottish international team as far as Im aware.I have no time for him now as he walked out on us and left us in limbo the same as LM GH AB WGS and others.
saint_ed Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Absolutely the RIGHT appointment. Now we must sign Lita!
VectisSaint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Initially a bit underwhelming, but on reflection this is probably an excellent appointment, and just what we need. I was interested to see this bit on the Wiki about this time as Reading manager: "and his régime to increase the fitness of the squad. Pardew also coined his motto "Tenacity, Spirit and Flair" to give his side a psychological edge" Sounds similar ideas to WGS to me, which would be good, our fitness levels since WGS left have generally been poor (with possible exception of time Snodin was here) and truly appalling under Burley, and when you don't have the best players in the world, the fitness aspect can be the difference between failure and success (all footballers are fit, its that extra bit that keeps the mental state going until the last second of the game that is critical). Important aspect for me will be who he brings in as his assistant and othe rback room staff. Would like to see Killer retained, but AP probably needs a good assistant. Pity Snodin is now so revered at Leeds.
ericofarabia Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Was just about to sort out Mrs Jimmy Gabriel's Halo this morning with the old morning glory when the news came on the radio. This resulted in an immediate cry of "FFS" from me and immediate loss of said morning glory. But' date=' thinking about it, this could be the right appointment at the right time. He can start with a blank canvas and really put his mark on the club and by getting the right coaching staff and players in I think we might have a chance of the play offs after all. Here's hoping anyway. Now, where's Mrs Jimmy Gabriel's Halo gone........??[/quote'] Just imagine the permanent damage that could have happened if the announcement had been Tony Adams (gain one donkey and lose another ) Should your problems continue contact DubaiPhil for some special tablets
SNSUN Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Pleased with this. I wanted a young manager for the long term but with experience. Pardew fits this. Good Luck to him, let's start signing players and winning games!
Beer Engine Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 This is a fantastic appointment. Good experience, plays football the right way, is capable of managing us through all three divisions, he has something to prove, good contacts and reputation in the game. Also he has no sodding "affinity to Southampton" the most over rated requirement people bang on about on here. If he's still with us in three years time I would expect us to be a solid CCC level club at worst. Personally I am pleased it isn't Strachan, I would have been uncomfortable with that appointment long term because I wouldn't understand his motivation. New owners, new board, new manager, new players, new club. Brilliant. Agree with that 100%.
eelpie Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 This is a positive appointment. Realistic. Alan Pardew wants to succeed. He will stand no nonsense, he is tough and he knows his football. And he is experienced in all levels. It is a new beginning for all of us. MLT or WGS for DOF, a kitty for strengthening the squad (Pardew will buy wisely), survive the first few weeks while the new team learns Pardew's way of playing, and we'll be off and upwards. Can't wait for tomorrow's match COYR!!!
Agent Orange Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Pleasantly pleased with Pardew. Not a name that I even considered but given his history he should have been top of the list. Really looking forward to tomorrow. I'm actually starting to feel some connection with the club again and looking forward to the football and not politics. New owner, new manager, new league and taking my 3 year old son to his first Saints game. Emmotional, proud and optimistic. Not felt like this for a long time with Saints. COYR!!!!!!!!
eelpie Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 ...his motto "Tenacity, Spirit and Flair" to give his side a psychological edge" Excellent!!!
.comsaint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Great appointment - and I'm just soooo chuffed it's not that pr1ck Dennis Wise or that mumbling mong Tony Adams.
GenevaSaint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 A little underwhelmed when I heard the news on sky but a little rational thinking, and this is as good as we could probably expect. As several have said we are are 3rd tier club on -10 points, and he has a reasonable record so overall this is looking like a decent appointment. I guess it now all depends on what budget he has to work with & getting a team ready for league 1. His contacts should allow him a decent chance of putting a strong team together. As Fan the Flames said it reminds me of WGS appointment lets hope it's the start of the good times returning Alan Pardews red & white army. +1 I've re-assessed and agree. At least now we have a manager we may also start bringing in some new players :-D
hypochondriac Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 Nick you are mental comparing burley to wgs. I was pleased when Burley left!
Travelling Saint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 British manager who knows the lower leagues and can take us forward, just what we need. Maybe me asking him back in may if he'd take the saints job when I was ****ed helped.
St Luke Saint Posted 17 July, 2009 Posted 17 July, 2009 I think this is a good appointment. Some may not be happy with the job at Charlton, but considering they were in a similar position to us last season, do you think he would have been able to save Saints either? I doubt it. But as I say, a good appointment for our situation at this time. By the way, anyone know what time the press conference is?
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