Ordinarily change and the prospect of a new dawn can bring optimism and excitement. I feel none of that this morning.
I was very much hoping that Marco would stay but it imperative that if he did, he still maintained the same passion and desire for the role that he once showed. Sadly that Marco oomph had diminished to some extent the last 6 months and I was hoping that it was just a blip.
Sadly that change in body language was indeed a signal that perhaps his journey at Fulham had run its course. For what it's worth I think he may well be the best manager in my lifetime (aged 53), with only the Tigana playbook/swagger and the Hodgson European adventure ranking in equal merit.
Our team over the last 5 years has strived to play attacking football, recruitment whilst not perfect has sought players with high levels of technical ability and our league position has been strong with some great results against the big teams along the way. Even our performances in the cups has shown a consistency that we have not seen before.
Also don't underestimate the cohesion of the dressing room. Players seem happy at Fulham, the socials and my own on field observations have led me to believe that Marco helped create a very positive working environment.
So as I awake this morning, forgive me for being subdued but I fear the future may not match the enjoyment/success of the last 5 years.
This appointment feels absolutely critical. We have created premier league stability and feel on the verge of possibly pushing for Europe. Equally a bad appointment, an incorrect change in playing style / atmosphere and we are on the cusp of decline, player dissatisfaction and a very difficult season.
I implore the Khans to speak to the global football world (in a similar fashion to that of Al Fayad) and genuinely find a coach who can build on what Marco has achieved and bring an excitement and optismisn to the fan base that right now is feeling deflated...
I'm not at all flat. The football was pretty turgid the last 6 months and Marco had clearly lost his buzz.
I think a new start as long as the appointment is correct will be good for us
As good as Marco Silva has been for Fulham and he obviously has, I believe his time had run its course. Rather than feeling flat I'm optimistic for the future and looking forward to a new era. The next appointment is possibly the most important signing of the Khan's tenure.
I'm just glad the saga is finally over and we can look forward to welcoming our new manager and some much needed new signings. Just a bit worried about some of the names being mentioned for the former - Rosenior immediately springs to mind!!
Managers and players, come and go, but we will always be Fulham FC. Let's wait to see who the next manager is and how we do in the transfer window.
Yup. Unless :Khan_you_fix_it: pulls a very unexpected rabbit out the hat we'll be getting a downgrade in managerial terms.
Plus we're losing a lot of goals this summer.
If he'd signed the contract when it was offered we'd probably have made Europa League and he'd be flavour of the month.
Never recovered from the Saints disaster - he realised then he was never gonna be top drawer.
For me too many fans on this board are way to negative over the recent days. Fans that u der Silva were typically very positive. We suddenly have an opportunity to push on where Silva struggled and all I am hearing is people being negative and whining about X manager wouldn't come here etc.
Why wouldn't they? We have been saying how we are an established PL team, mid table and on the verge of getting Europe. Why wouldn't managers want to come to us.
Need to keep positive people
I always feel a bit like that when there's nothing happening at Craven Cottage for a couple of months. Journo click-bait scraps are a meagre diet. Marco Silva's departure doesn't really alter much. The team needs a new midfield. If we can get a manager who sees it, demands it, can inspire it to happen and set the team up to win, then the parting of ways will be for the best. There will be 19 other teams trying to carve out wins, all capable, some of which have considerable advantages in terms of current squad and financial drawing power. So it is, as ever, quite a big "if".
What I really need is a big international tournament to distract me for a few weeks. I'd like to see England win something in my lifetime. For a long time I assumed it would happen one day. Starting to wonder...
Not flat at all,love what Marco did for 4 1/2 seasons but we dropped off and missed out on Europe because of his long drawn out contract saga!
We move on to a new era COYW
"Need to keep positive people"
Says the man who was ultra negative all season, along with a certain other!
Me, well I'm not flat but am slightly worried about who we get next.
Can't make my mind up until we see who it is.
I'm looking forward to a new challenge, we had far too long doubt on who was going where
Not so much flat but I do have reservations on current Fulham hierarchy making the right decision on next full time Fulham manager.
Quote from: KentFulham on June 03, 2026, 08:36:10 AMFor me too many fans on this board are way to negative over the recent days. Fans that u der Silva were typically very positive. We suddenly have an opportunity to push on where Silva struggled and all I am hearing is people being negative and whining about X manager wouldn't come here etc.
Why wouldn't they? We have been saying how we are an established PL team, mid table and on the verge of getting Europe. Why wouldn't managers want to come to us.
Need to keep positive people
Specifically which of the managers do you think will come to us that people are saying won't?
From my POV people are saying Glasner, Slot, Fabregas, Guardiola won't come to us.
The complaint about the others is that they'd be bad appointments, not that they won't come.
Glasner is the only one with a slight chance, but also very unlikely.
The only man in the club I'd be truly gutted if he were to leave the club would be SK, he's been a far more generous owner than Mo. He's also getting old now so unless he leaves the club to TK then we'll finding another owner as generous with as much love for Fulham as he does will be difficult.
In my time supporting Fulham (60 years) this is about the most stable we've been with good owners putting in a lot of investment. The last half season has been drab and the Prem in general is less exciting for me. But I'm optimistic we will continue to establish ourselves.
A lot of people either suggested that Marco was keeping it all together, or the club was getting the most of Marco so I guess we'll soon find out.
I'm not really that fussed about Marco leaving in all honesty. He's solidified us a mid table PL side but we don't have the mettle/ability to push on and do what the likes of Bournemouth and Brighton have done.
What I am worried about is who the club elect to replace him - I'd suggest Knutsen and Filipe Luis to be the 2 best fits, but I feel the club will go after someone like McKenna
When I think back over our time with MS, there's a lot of regret that he didn't get the tools to get us where he wanted, i.e. a major final and/or Europe. If the club had been that bit better run and more ambitious, it could have happened.
I now have quite a bit of trepidation. Was the appointment of MS more luck than judgment? I really hope for the latter, but I worry that it was a stroke of luck and we will slide down the table next season.
Quote from: FFC In Oz on June 03, 2026, 09:39:48 AMI'm not really that fussed about Marco leaving in all honesty. He's solidified us a mid table PL side but we don't have the mettle/ability to push on and do what the likes of Bournemouth and Brighton have done.
What I am worried about is who the club elect to replace him - I'd suggest Knutsen and Filipe Luis to be the 2 best fits, but I feel the club will go after someone like McKenna
We were pretty much Andersen's red card away (or a goal away at Wolves) from finishing above Brighton, which would have meant EL football.
Very fine margins.
Quote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on June 03, 2026, 09:20:38 AMQuote from: KentFulham on June 03, 2026, 08:36:10 AMFor me too many fans on this board are way to negative over the recent days. Fans that u der Silva were typically very positive. We suddenly have an opportunity to push on where Silva struggled and all I am hearing is people being negative and whining about X manager wouldn't come here etc.
Why wouldn't they? We have been saying how we are an established PL team, mid table and on the verge of getting Europe. Why wouldn't managers want to come to us.
Need to keep positive people
Specifically which of the managers do you think will come to us that people are saying won't?
From my POV people are saying Glasner, Slot, Fabregas, Guardiola won't come to us.
The complaint about the others is that they'd be bad appointments, not that they won't come.
Glasner is the only one with a slight chance, but also very unlikely.
Of your list I could see Glasner or Slot being outside chances. but I can see Frank fitting in, would certainly be an improvement on MS particually if he can achieve similar recruitment he did woth Brentford.
I quite like Hellberg but he hasn't made the betting so far. Howe would be an option also.
MS wasn't all that, he wasn't committed and certainly couldn't see out a season
I just feel a bit soured the way Marco played the Khans and Ali Mac in the last few weeks by wanting the best of all worlds when he knew he would be leaving. So flat no, just a little sad, not as sad as when we sacked Slav. I don't know why but i loved Slav and still wish he was here but appreciate he was a bit short of quality at the end. Who do i want to replace Marco? My first choice was Danny Rohl but he's at Rangers, Liam before his Chelsea debacle. Was a big fan of McKenna but feel he's stagnated at Ipswich and their current squad is poorer than the last time they were in the Prem. So in the end we most stop H4 warming up, get him out of that moth eaten taxi and give him a 5 year contract. COYW
Quote from: KentFulham on June 03, 2026, 09:59:19 AMQuote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on June 03, 2026, 09:20:38 AMQuote from: KentFulham on June 03, 2026, 08:36:10 AMFor me too many fans on this board are way to negative over the recent days. Fans that u der Silva were typically very positive. We suddenly have an opportunity to push on where Silva struggled and all I am hearing is people being negative and whining about X manager wouldn't come here etc.
Why wouldn't they? We have been saying how we are an established PL team, mid table and on the verge of getting Europe. Why wouldn't managers want to come to us.
Need to keep positive people
Specifically which of the managers do you think will come to us that people are saying won't?
From my POV people are saying Glasner, Slot, Fabregas, Guardiola won't come to us.
The complaint about the others is that they'd be bad appointments, not that they won't come.
Glasner is the only one with a slight chance, but also very unlikely.
Of your list I could see Glasner or Slot being outside chances. but I can see Frank fitting in, would certainly be an improvement on MS particually if he can achieve similar recruitment he did woth Brentford.
I quite like Hellberg but he hasn't made the betting so far. Howe would be an option also.
MS wasn't all that, he wasn't committed and certainly couldn't see out a season
Why this love for Frank?
Brentford improved when he left, and they employed their free kick coach instead. He had worse players to work with too.
Frank would be a massive downgrade on Silva.
The thought of watching Frank on the touchline chewing gum with his mouth open (like a 1950's Teddy Boy) fills me with a much disgust as Pep spitting every few seconds
Lets see how many will be happy that Silva has gone if we lose our first two matches.
I think we've taken a backward step, but I honestly hope im wrong. The list of possible managers isnt worth a carrot imho. I wouldnt want any of them.
Frank's coaching background was "Talent development" and the whole recruitment strategy at B'ford is different to ours.
If Frank came in there would have to be big changes in how we recruit for the club to get the benefit of his experience.
Quote from: blingo on June 03, 2026, 10:28:48 AMLets see how many will be happy that Silva has gone if we lose our first two matches.
I think we've taken a backward step, but I honestly hope im wrong. The list of possible managers isnt worth a carrot imho. I wouldnt want any of them.
Not one single person would be happy if we lost the first two matches under Silva or any manager. Onwards and upwards.
Quote from: howitis on June 03, 2026, 08:10:25 AMOrdinarily change and the prospect of a new dawn can bring optimism and excitement. I feel none of that this morning.
I was very much hoping that Marco would stay but it imperative that if he did, he still maintained the same passion and desire for the role that he once showed. Sadly that Marco oomph had diminished to some extent the last 6 months and I was hoping that it was just a blip.
Sadly that change in body language was indeed a signal that perhaps his journey at Fulham had run its course. For what it's worth I think he may well be the best manager in my lifetime (aged 53), with only the Tigana playbook/swagger and the Hodgson European adventure ranking in equal merit.
Our team over the last 5 years has strived to play attacking football, recruitment whilst not perfect has sought players with high levels of technical ability and our league position has been strong with some great results against the big teams along the way. Even our performances in the cups has shown a consistency that we have not seen before.
Also don't underestimate the cohesion of the dressing room. Players seem happy at Fulham, the socials and my own on field observations have led me to believe that Marco helped create a very positive working environment.
So as I awake this morning, forgive me for being subdued but I fear the future may not match the enjoyment/success of the last 5 years.
This appointment feels absolutely critical. We have created premier league stability and feel on the verge of possibly pushing for Europe. Equally a bad appointment, an incorrect change in playing style / atmosphere and we are on the cusp of decline, player dissatisfaction and a very difficult season.
I implore the Khans to speak to the global football world (in a similar fashion to that of Al Fayad) and genuinely find a coach who can build on what Marco has achieved and bring an excitement and optismisn to the fan base that right now is feeling deflated...
Expect the team were happy what with being on holiday from March the last few years! :slap:
Quote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on June 03, 2026, 10:16:11 AMWhy this love for Frank?
Brentford improved when he left, and they employed their free kick coach instead. He had worse players to work with too.
Frank would be a massive downgrade on Silva.
Not sure I understand it either.
People thinking that Brentford's recruitment had anything to do with him are completely wrong. It's a data led system, just like the one TK uses (just worked better!)
No, just excited!
No.
Quote from: Jim© on June 03, 2026, 11:06:59 AMQuote from: SimonDaviesEnjoyer on June 03, 2026, 10:16:11 AMWhy this love for Frank?
Brentford improved when he left, and they employed their free kick coach instead. He had worse players to work with too.
Frank would be a massive downgrade on Silva.
Not sure I understand it either.
People thinking that Brentford's recruitment had anything to do with him are completely wrong. It's a data led system, just like the one TK uses (just worked better!)
It's probably a better data led system!
Brighton's seems very interesting as they've bought and then sold players at large profits. The guy behind Brighton had also had input at Union St Gilloise in Belgium, who subsequently won their first title since 1930 and at Hearts who were unfortunate not to win SPL this year.
Frank did really well at Spurs winning 2 of his last 17 games. You'd have to do well to do any worse than that really. And with the same players that De Zerbi got playing well at the end of the season.
I'm wondering what the next chapter of FFC
Is looking like.
Quote from: Kingjay81 on June 03, 2026, 11:56:43 AMFrank did really well at Spurs winning 2 of his last 17 games. You'd have to do well to do any worse than that really. And with the same players that De Zerbi got playing well at the end of the season.
I don't particularly want Frank but it's worth remembering that during Frank's time at Spurs the injury list there undoubtedly didn't help him. A lot of the players available to De Zerbi weren't available to Frank.
Suspect our summer will be full of speculation. Lots of comings and going if we ever get a new person in.
But Silva had been saying for months that he and the board had been focusing on players to bring in summer, included the Pepi debacle, and now we will be in a bit of a limbo with transfers and preseason fixtures along with the training and players getting use to new tactics.
As usual when we change managers, I actually have a surge of excitement about what may be to come if we get the appointment right. Despite all the great things he did for us, Marco's football had become turgid, predictable and dull to watch.
I'm also confident SK will get this appointment right. Probably the best footballing decision he has made since he's been here was appointing Marco out of absolutely nowhere.
I love the whispers of Derek McInnes as Hearts have played outstanding, exciting football this season with an approach of 'we'll just score more than you' - would love some of that excitement to get the Cottage rocking again, but I think once again it will probably be someone who has managed in the EPL, but now fallen off the radar, such as Ralph Hassenhuttl, Javi Garcia (only names that spring to mind right now as examples, but probably not them) or similar.
Quote from: howitis on June 03, 2026, 08:10:25 AMOrdinarily change and the prospect of a new dawn can bring optimism and excitement. I feel none of that this morning.
I was very much hoping that Marco would stay but it imperative that if he did, he still maintained the same passion and desire for the role that he once showed. Sadly that Marco oomph had diminished to some extent the last 6 months and I was hoping that it was just a blip.
Sadly that change in body language was indeed a signal that perhaps his journey at Fulham had run its course. For what it's worth I think he may well be the best manager in my lifetime (aged 53), with only the Tigana playbook/swagger and the Hodgson European adventure ranking in equal merit.
Our team over the last 5 years has strived to play attacking football, recruitment whilst not perfect has sought players with high levels of technical ability and our league position has been strong with some great results against the big teams along the way. Even our performances in the cups has shown a consistency that we have not seen before.
Also don't underestimate the cohesion of the dressing room. Players seem happy at Fulham, the socials and my own on field observations have led me to believe that Marco helped create a very positive working environment.
So as I awake this morning, forgive me for being subdued but I fear the future may not match the enjoyment/success of the last 5 years.
This appointment feels absolutely critical. We have created premier league stability and feel on the verge of possibly pushing for Europe. Equally a bad appointment, an incorrect change in playing style / atmosphere and we are on the cusp of decline, player dissatisfaction and a very difficult season.
I implore the Khans to speak to the global football world (in a similar fashion to that of Al Fayad) and genuinely find a coach who can build on what Marco has achieved and bring an excitement and optismisn to the fan base that right now is feeling deflated...
Talking about feeling flat. About 55 years ago
A mate of mine got run over by a steam Roller, and became my Flat Mate.
Quote from: Woolly Mammoth on June 03, 2026, 12:38:24 PMQuote from: howitis on June 03, 2026, 08:10:25 AMOrdinarily change and the prospect of a new dawn can bring optimism and excitement. I feel none of that this morning.
I was very much hoping that Marco would stay but it imperative that if he did, he still maintained the same passion and desire for the role that he once showed. Sadly that Marco oomph had diminished to some extent the last 6 months and I was hoping that it was just a blip.
Sadly that change in body language was indeed a signal that perhaps his journey at Fulham had run its course. For what it's worth I think he may well be the best manager in my lifetime (aged 53), with only the Tigana playbook/swagger and the Hodgson European adventure ranking in equal merit.
Our team over the last 5 years has strived to play attacking football, recruitment whilst not perfect has sought players with high levels of technical ability and our league position has been strong with some great results against the big teams along the way. Even our performances in the cups has shown a consistency that we have not seen before.
Also don't underestimate the cohesion of the dressing room. Players seem happy at Fulham, the socials and my own on field observations have led me to believe that Marco helped create a very positive working environment.
So as I awake this morning, forgive me for being subdued but I fear the future may not match the enjoyment/success of the last 5 years.
This appointment feels absolutely critical. We have created premier league stability and feel on the verge of possibly pushing for Europe. Equally a bad appointment, an incorrect change in playing style / atmosphere and we are on the cusp of decline, player dissatisfaction and a very difficult season.
I implore the Khans to speak to the global football world (in a similar fashion to that of Al Fayad) and genuinely find a coach who can build on what Marco has achieved and bring an excitement and optismisn to the fan base that right now is feeling deflated...
Talking about feeling flat. About 55 years ago
A mate of mine got run over by a steam Roller, and became my Flat Mate.
:slap:
Quote from: iansthailand on June 03, 2026, 10:19:50 AMThe thought of watching Frank on the touchline chewing gum with his mouth open (like a 1950's Teddy Boy) fills me with a much disgust as Pep spitting every few seconds
Absolutely Correct, you took the words right out of my mouth when you wrote about Franks open mouth, like a cow chewing cud.
As for Peps spitting flem, he was obviously born in a cave.
Quote from: Woolly Mammoth on June 03, 2026, 12:48:10 PMQuote from: iansthailand on June 03, 2026, 10:19:50 AMThe thought of watching Frank on the touchline chewing gum with his mouth open (like a 1950's Teddy Boy) fills me with a much disgust as Pep spitting every few seconds
Absolutely Correct, you took the words right out of my mouth when you wrote about Franks open mouth, like a cow chewing cud.
As for Peps spitting flem, he was obviously born in a cave.
Think that this is hitting on a key point, we need a photogenic manager who is relatable articulate and without off-putting personal habits - This may narrow the field a bit!
Quote from: bill taylors apprentice on June 03, 2026, 10:49:43 AMFrank's coaching background was "Talent development" and the whole recruitment strategy at B'ford is different to ours.
If Frank came in there would have to be big changes in how we recruit for the club to get the benefit of his experience.
But I think most people would agree our recruitment currently sucks, so change would be great
No 70%, Yes 30%, but every day without an appointment will push me further to yes. Will be interesting what plan B is, now that plan A is officially off the table. You would hope that as plan A was nearing a point of no return, plan B would be discussed so that come July 1st there will be someone in place. I take it the chances of early signing will next to none.. who will sign if they've never talked to their new boss.
Actually looking forward to next chapter. It was time for a change. Hopefully ownership has been preparing for MS departure and have candidates lined up and are talking to them. Looks like Palace already have their new gaffer, Sage, from French League. Would be nice to get someone in place soon so preparations can be made for style of play and new acquisitions. But I understand the OP's hesitations, if transfer window does not go right, next season could be a nail biter. Let's see who replaces MS and support him and the club.
My mind goes back to Bolton, Blackburn, Coventry, Charlton and a few others that had a few seasons in the top division (even West ham with Moyes) and their supporters all thought that more could be achieved... and it all went wrong.
I am absolutely devasted Marco has left because it is the lack of a fully formed squad that has held us back.
I am also critical of some of marco's decisions and thought we should and could have done a bit better but not much better because the quality isn't there in our squad.
I have little faith the leaders of our club have planned for this or have a proper short list. I do not know how we got Marco because that was a master stroke after a succession of duds after the unfortunate depature of Slav. We will now have to see what happens but I am not at all optimistic.
Some of the names mentioned as potential replacements leave me very uneasy and I do not know why so many have it in for Frank. He is not my first choice but I could see logic in that.... Mr Lampard on the other hand IMO would be a disaster but that is based on a very poor track record except for last season and Coventry seem to me to have been building for a few seasons so do not think he was the architect of success. But that is just my opinion.
As some have alluded to, the "flat" feeling, for me at least, is that almost all of the touted replacements are either a potential downgrade, or just overly underwhelming.
I don't think I like most of them and it's hard to see their tactics being efficient with the type of players we have.
Glasner out if the list i've seen is the only one i would have much faith in but him and the boy in tights seems like a match made in hell.
This might cheer you up howitis:
https://x.com/CFO4TAG/status/2061858938551730643?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
Not flat, the football was poor and whilst MS stabilised the club it wasn't good, a lack of s plan b, stagnant last 3rd a season yearly.
Wish him the best but feel we have opportunity to push on with a fresh approach.
Coyw
Quote from: The Rock on June 03, 2026, 04:35:09 PMAs some have alluded to, the "flat" feeling, for me at least, is that almost all of the touted replacements are either a potential downgrade, or just overly underwhelming.
I don't think I like most of them and it's hard to see their tactics being efficient with the type of players we have.
Underwhelming is the right word. I feel the club are either looking at an experienced mid table mgr who can try for steady improvement or an ambitious, unproven one from outside the division. One list is wholly uninspiring with guys like Nuno, Potter, or Frank in it. The other with guys like McInnes, the Brazilian mgr or McKenna feels like too great a risk at the club's current position.
Add in the fact that the club were obviously waiting on Marco for a decision, it worries me that they may not be that enthusiastic about a switch either.
I'm in two minds.
I was in the "Silva out" camp from more or less the start of the season. It wasn't because of the results, or his performance, I just felt like there wasn't anything further to come in his tenure and the football wasn't as exciting to watch as it once had been.
In theory a new manager means for a more unpredictable and potentially more exciting season next year. We could push on, or we could end up back in the Championship - who knows? With Silva in charge I'd have been expecting an uneventful 11th-14th finish again, and I feel like I'd like to see something different this year.
Then I put on the tinfoil hat and conclude that the reason we've been finishing mid table with such consistency might be because that's exactly what the ownership want. Nothing which threatens the stability and the business opportunity the club represents.
I'm expecting a strong and steady appointment, but I'm hoping for more of a roll of the dice.
I think I would have been feeling flatter if Silva had signed an extension. I'm looking forward to the next season.
The potential manager lists and the bookies dropping hints all over the place adds to the angst. What is Khan to do? Look at his key signings and go for somebody who might actually get a tune from them and revitalise the spine of the squad. Go for somebody to inspire the younger members of the first team squad to take the step up so we at least have the makings of a five year plan. I do feel in Bobb, Kevin, Muniz, King, Sess, ESR, Harris and perhaps the ageless Bassey there is plenty to work with, nurture and inspire. A young aspiring coach then but they would have to have enough kudos to make it work. Fabregas? I don't think Cuenca really got a chance and somewhere in Berges head there is a footballer. If we take 28 years old as senior player material I guess Lukic just gets in but Chuk and Wilson might need to get their skates on.
I still think we need coaching, we need confidence and we need work to begin pretty darn quick. Why does Mullins keep returning to my list?
I wanted him to stay but it didn't happen so it is time to move on.
Am I flat? No, not at all, I am looking forward to a new manager with new idea who is inheriting a vey decent set of footballers.
I understand people feeling a bit blown out by Marco leaving, what I don't understand is why the usual suspects are starting to pipe up whingeing again already. This is what you wanted.
Lets see who comes in, the ideas they have and the players that are signed. Imagine if ESR, Kev, and AN Other were actually released to do what they do. It could be brilliant.
Totally devastated. Very concerned over his replacement. Very few realistic or better managers out there
Quote from: St Eve on June 03, 2026, 09:04:30 PMTotally devastated. Very concerned over his replacement. Very few realistic or better managers out there
If we end up with McKenna or Frank I'll definitely be on this side of the fence.
However if we get a left field or inspired replacement then it'll be the opposite. Much hinges on the big man :Khan_you_fix_it:
Quote from: acji on June 03, 2026, 01:07:09 PMQuote from: Woolly Mammoth on June 03, 2026, 12:48:10 PMQuote from: iansthailand on June 03, 2026, 10:19:50 AMThe thought of watching Frank on the touchline chewing gum with his mouth open (like a 1950's Teddy Boy) fills me with a much disgust as Pep spitting every few seconds
Absolutely Correct, you took the words right out of my mouth when you wrote about Franks open mouth, like a cow chewing cud.
As for Peps spitting flem, he was obviously born in a cave.
Think that this is hitting on a key point, we need a photogenic manager who is relatable articulate and without off-putting personal habits - This may narrow the field a bit!
Then Neil Warnock is made for the job.
Quote from: Woolly Mammoth on June 04, 2026, 08:40:53 AMQuote from: acji on June 03, 2026, 01:07:09 PMQuote from: Woolly Mammoth on June 03, 2026, 12:48:10 PMQuote from: iansthailand on June 03, 2026, 10:19:50 AMThe thought of watching Frank on the touchline chewing gum with his mouth open (like a 1950's Teddy Boy) fills me with a much disgust as Pep spitting every few seconds
Absolutely Correct, you took the words right out of my mouth when you wrote about Franks open mouth, like a cow chewing cud.
As for Peps spitting flem, he was obviously born in a cave.
Think that this is hitting on a key point, we need a photogenic manager who is relatable articulate and without off-putting personal habits - This may narrow the field a bit!
Then Neil Warnock is made for the job.
Mike Bassett has got to be in frame surely.
Quote from: cookieg on June 04, 2026, 08:44:25 AMQuote from: Woolly Mammoth on June 04, 2026, 08:40:53 AMQuote from: acji on June 03, 2026, 01:07:09 PMQuote from: Woolly Mammoth on June 03, 2026, 12:48:10 PMQuote from: iansthailand on June 03, 2026, 10:19:50 AMThe thought of watching Frank on the touchline chewing gum with his mouth open (like a 1950's Teddy Boy) fills me with a much disgust as Pep spitting every few seconds
Absolutely Correct, you took the words right out of my mouth when you wrote about Franks open mouth, like a cow chewing cud.
As for Peps spitting flem, he was obviously born in a cave.
Think that this is hitting on a key point, we need a photogenic manager who is relatable articulate and without off-putting personal habits - This may narrow the field a bit!
Then Neil Warnock is made for the job.
Mike Bassett has got to be in frame surely.
and Ron Manager, it has to be one of those 3
Quote from: St Eve on June 03, 2026, 09:04:30 PMTotally devastated. Very concerned over his replacement. Very few realistic or better managers out there
You say that but what has MS ever won?? That's the main problem with Marco he steady a ship but can't take it any further
There are managers out there worthy of the job, it's a case of giving them the opportunity to prove it.
When Ferguson joined Man U, he had a slow start and they almost sacked him. But it was delayed and suddenly he turned it around, and the rest is history.
Reading some posts you would think there had been a death in the family.
It's football, and not as good as it use to be either.
So speculation won't make any difference.
Either the Khans are beavering away behind the scenes or they are cruising on their boat and have just dropped anchor somewhere in the Bermuda Triangle.
Either way I won't lose any sleep.
Just wait to see who gets the job.
Quote from: howitis on June 03, 2026, 08:10:25 AMOrdinarily change and the prospect of a new dawn can bring optimism and excitement. I feel none of that this morning.
I was very much hoping that Marco would stay but it imperative that if he did, he still maintained the same passion and desire for the role that he once showed. Sadly that Marco oomph had diminished to some extent the last 6 months and I was hoping that it was just a blip.
Sadly that change in body language was indeed a signal that perhaps his journey at Fulham had run its course. For what it's worth I think he may well be the best manager in my lifetime (aged 53), with only the Tigana playbook/swagger and the Hodgson European adventure ranking in equal merit.
Our team over the last 5 years has strived to play attacking football, recruitment whilst not perfect has sought players with high levels of technical ability and our league position has been strong with some great results against the big teams along the way. Even our performances in the cups has shown a consistency that we have not seen before.
Also don't underestimate the cohesion of the dressing room. Players seem happy at Fulham, the socials and my own on field observations have led me to believe that Marco helped create a very positive working environment.
So as I awake this morning, forgive me for being subdued but I fear the future may not match the enjoyment/success of the last 5 years.
This appointment feels absolutely critical. We have created premier league stability and feel on the verge of possibly pushing for Europe. Equally a bad appointment, an incorrect change in playing style / atmosphere and we are on the cusp of decline, player dissatisfaction and a very difficult season.
I implore the Khans to speak to the global football world (in a similar fashion to that of Al Fayad) and genuinely find a coach who can build on what Marco has achieved and bring an excitement and optismisn to the fan base that right now is feeling deflated...
Five years at a Premier League club for a manager is a decent stint and Silva had done his best with limited resources. I think most Fulham fans had had enough of his pragmatic but EFFECTIVE style of football. The problem for the club is that many think Fulham should be challenging for a trophy every season. I know I sound like the voice of doom, but I am merely a realist.
Fulham are a small fish in the Premier League and just surviving and competing in the world's toughest and most elite league is enough for me. Many are not satisfied with this, seemingly under some delusion that we can compete say, in the Champions League or even have a go for the title itself!
Silva had had enough and the Benfica job couldn't have come soon enough for him.
He is going to be hard to replace. Look at the mess Chelsea got themselves and still are in. A club with so much money. Look at West Ham with their huge stadium and 60,000 capacity crowds- not enough to save them from relegation.
A manager like Eddie Howe would be great. But Newcastle are sticking with him and again, even if they did sack him, it's unlikely Howe would want to come to the Cottage.
So this is the dilemma Fulham faces. I don't think many realise that we have just lost a damn good manager. Maybe if he had been shown some gratitude and support from the fanbase instead of the continual carping and moaning (and not playing gung-ho football which undid Bielsa at Leeds during his time) he might have changed his mind and stayed.
Fulham finished 11th, three points more than Newcastle on 52, the same as Chelsea.
We should remind ourselves of that and be grateful for the good work Marco Silva did during his time at SW6.
Not as flat as the Brighton fans potentially losing last year of contract players to Spurs. Spurs!
If we do get the type of manager we need I doubt the club will buy any players without his approval because he Needs to start with type of players he needs especially going on the offensive or else they or he won't sign.
Quote from: MickTheBeard on June 04, 2026, 11:50:23 PMIf we do get the type of manager we need I doubt the club will buy any players without his approval because he Needs to start with type of players he needs especially going on the offensive or else they or he won't sign.
I'm curious as to the sort of manager you think we might sign if it's going to be a "they or he". Very forward thinking of you, Mick, albeit a little "undersided".
Quote from: iansthailand on June 03, 2026, 10:19:50 AMThe thought of watching Frank on the touchline chewing gum with his mouth open (like a 1950's Teddy Boy) fills me with a much disgust as Pep spitting every few seconds
It must have horrified you watching Tirana chew on a cocktail stick then?