KelvinsRightGlove Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Let's face it, the guy is probably on borrowed time. Stories seem to be gathering pace of his imminent departure. Personally, I really don't want the guy to go. For me, he is a bona fide Saints hero - 2 promotions in 2 seasons is a fantastic achievement at any level. I must also admit I am kind of surprised he is actually still here, given not just results but performances. I hope this is premature, and I'm still unsure as to whether anyone else can do better, but should the axe fall, I think our Nige deserves to be remembered fondly. So, if this is your swansong Nige, thanks for all the memories - and presiding over 2 of the best years in my time as a saint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suhari Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Hope you're not quite so premature with your missus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 I'm not saying goodbye unless it's officially confirmed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordswoodsaints Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Thanks for the good times nigel but tatty bye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KelvinsRightGlove Posted 6 November, 2012 Author Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Hope you're not quite so premature with your missus. Thanks for the concern, I too hope this is overly premature. I just struggle to see a way back for Nige now. I do really, really hope I am wrong though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Think I'll wait untill he is gone first...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Christ, lock this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicestersaint Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 I sincerely hope that he stays with us and turns things round. I do not see us getting anyone better - he has done us proud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KelvinsRightGlove Posted 6 November, 2012 Author Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Christ, lock this thread. Quick, run, the thread police are here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 He's not even gone yet FFS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
del boy Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 He's not even gone yet FFS. NC should assess Nigel's role at the end of the 2013-14 season, and if necessary be rurhless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheaf Saint Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 I really can't believe how childishly posters such as Delldays are calling for his head, as if changing the manager now is going to magically make our squad better. What I saw last night was not pretty, I'll admit. But personally I lay the large chunk of the blame with the players. We were bullied out of the game by a better, more organised and, most importantly, physically stronger team. It didn't matter what formation or tactics Nigel went with, the group of players we have are just too lightweight to compete. Added to that is the fact that certain players are failing in their most basic duties ( for example, Lallana as a LW not bothering to track back and cover the LB when required; and S. Davis in CM not even bothering to put in a single tackle all game). Maybe I'm naive but I fail to see how sacking the manager now is going to resolve that. I'm more than happy to stick with Nigel and build for the future, because I genuinely believe that we can become a very strong team with him at the helm. But the simple fact is we over-achieved last season (not that I'm complaining about that) meaning the step up to the PL has been too much for a large chunk of the squad. Given that NA's long-term plan has always been about stability and team-spirit, replacing most of the first team in the close season would probably have been equally as disastrous as using players that are not (yet) up to it. In Nigel I trust. And I'm getting pretty bored of reading the same old reactionary drivel from the usual suspects every time we concede a goal. It's only a game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 I really can't believe how childishly posters such as Delldays are calling for his head, as if changing the manager now is going to magically make our squad better. . why is it childish...of course changing a manager will make a difference also, why is it a FACT that we over achieved last season...when were you put in charge of deciding that? as for reactionary drivel...I assume you have never ever wanted a manager ever to be replaced..as not many have got (if at all) a worse top flight record Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 (edited) Sorry Nigel, but it seems that some people have condemned you after only 25% of the games played....but forget about all those clubs at the top end of the Prem. who beat us. They say were s**t anyway. I hate to see you go. There is surely a long list of clubs (with more patient fans) who will greet you with open arms - and only waiting for you to show up with the P45 in your hand. Thanks for your enthusiasm and good humour. Wherever you go to... will become my second team. Nevertheless, thanks for the best two consecutive seasons I can remember in my 50 years as a Saints fan. Edited 6 November, 2012 by david in sweden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 He's not going anywhere, yet. I'm very loyal towards him, and I find it hard to really call for him to go as I think he's such a top bloke. He's been a huge success for us in even getting us here, but you do need to take a look at what's going on this year and you wonder if he's got here too quickly, as well as the team. I think he'll make a good PL manager in time, hopefully it's with us, but the clock is certainly ticking. To be honest I'd prefer to have him at the helm during these crucial 4 weeks than a 2-week caretaker period and then a new manager, for me...that will just make us even more rudderless during a time where we need to get the results. I'd trust Nigel and I am fully behind him for what will be a huge 4 weeks. Let's all re-group and bloody well start this flaming season already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonManager Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 He's not going anywhere, yet. I'm very loyal towards him, and I find it hard to really call for him to go as I think he's such a top bloke. He's been a huge success for us in even getting us here, but you do need to take a look at what's going on this year and you wonder if he's got here too quickly, as well as the team. I think he'll make a good PL manager in time, hopefully it's with us, but the clock is certainly ticking. To be honest I'd prefer to have him at the helm during these crucial 4 weeks than a 2-week caretaker period and then a new manager, for me...that will just make us even more rudderless during a time where we need to get the results. I'd trust Nigel and I am fully behind him for what will be a huge 4 weeks. Let's all re-group and bloody well start this flaming season already. Perhaps we should send him out on loan for a while. Is that allowed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiesaint20 Posted 6 November, 2012 Share Posted 6 November, 2012 Let's play some teams around us first with a fit Gaston. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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