Next Everton manager: the wisdom of TT.

[Aidan]

3 hours ago, Zoo 2.0 said:

 

"Under weaknesses you've put Kopite"

[c1982]

I’ve found a positive about having Benitez…

 

[Bill]

I'm sure nobody will miss Mike Parry if he goes.   

[Formby]

I'm not a fan of all the tribalism from some Everton fans. Sheedy and Beardsley played for Liverpool before heading over to us. No reason that Rafa can't be a success here. If he's given the job, give him a chance like any other manager. He has a proven track record in the PL; he'll know how to handle the big time Charlies; he has experience abroad. Someone mooted the idea of Ferguson and Cahill as assistant managers. I like the idea of that. I'll support them all the way.

[johnh]

If Benitez comes in, then it will be as a temporary fix -  until the next temporary fix..........................

[Bailey]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/57513064

 

Former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has emerged as a frontrunner to become Everton's next manager - and the reaction from both sets of fans has been… mixed.

Everton have been seeking a new boss since Carlo Ancelotti left to return to Real Madrid, and former Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo was reported to be one of the early favourites.

But Benitez is now in pole position - and has had three rounds of talks with the club.

With a string of European and domestic honours - including the Champions League, Europa League, La Liga (twice), FA Cup and Club World Cup - his managerial pedigree is strong.

He even lives on Merseyside, so the commute would be a short one.

But there's a catch - he just so happens to be one of the most successful and fondly regarded former managers of Everton's biggest rivals - winning the Champions League and FA Cup during a six-year spell as Liverpool boss.

And during that stint - in 2007 - he referred to Everton as a "small club".

He has since clarified he "made a mistake" and intended to say they were a "small team".

And this fan compared it (favourably) to Wayne Rooney leaving for Manchester United before returning late in his career:

But despite Benitez's credentials - and his clarification - some Toffees fans can't stomach the thought of a former Liverpool manager in charge of their team.

One seasoned journalist said he would be done with the club if Benitez joined:

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This fan group won't welcome him either:

They're not alone:

Give it to big Dunc instead?

Some just don't really rate his credentials:

Since winning the Italian Super Cup with Napoli in 2014, Benitez has had three jobs - he returned to Real Madrid for a short period before taking over at Newcastle United. After his contract there expired, he jetted off to China to manage Chinese Super League team Dalian Professional.

The Everton job would certainly be closer to home for Benitez, who lives in the Wirral.

But will they go ahead, despite the objections?

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Well not every Toffee is against the idea:

Another 'Rafa' thinks Everton, who finished 10th last season, need to try a new approach if they are to get into the European places:

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And what about the red half of the city? How do Liverpool fans feel? They've already weathered the shock of Benitez joining Chelsea in 2012.

Still, it's a lot to take in for some:

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For others, it's too far:

This writer has given his blessing:

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And others agree the Spaniard's legacy is untouchable:

There is still a lot of love for Benitez amongst Liverpool supporters.

[Matt]

[Sibdane]

I thought Carlo was primed to start bringing some success and then he leaves in a split second. At this point I'm not entirely sure what type of manager we need. I can't help but feel it isn't Rafa though. 

I might have some bias obviously. 

I'm honestly pretty jaded by the club right now. If Moshiri isn't playing favorites then the others on the boards are throwing darts at random photos of managers in order to pick one. 

[milesey05]

Whether it's Stephen Gerrard, Rapha or Paul Chuckle!!!

If Everton are playing with intensity, desire with players going on the pitch like they give a fuck, i would take any of the above!!

Any manager can surly improve the stoned state, to which we saw our players performing like last season.

If it's Rapha then I'm on board!!! 

 

 

 

[barryj]

13 minutes ago, milesey05 said:

Whether it's Stephen Gerrard, Rapha or Paul Chuckle!!!

If Everton are playing with intensity, desire with players going on the pitch like they give a fuck, i would take any of the above!!

Any manager can surly improve the stoned state, to which we saw our players performing like last season.

If it's Rapha then I'm on board!!! 

 

 

 

Ridiculous post………..

 

Barry Chuckle would be far better. 

[MikeO]

1 minute ago, barryj said:

Ridiculous post………..

 

Barry Chuckle would be far better. 

If he wasn't a bit....sort of...dead-ish. Would still do a better job than Allardyce mind.

[London Blue]

12 minutes ago, MikeO said:

If he wasn't a bit....sort of...dead-ish. Would still do a better job than Allardyce mind.

Any dead children's entertainer a better manager than Fat Sam.

 

[MikeO]

1 minute ago, London Blue said:

Ant dead childrens entertainer a better manager than Fat Sam.

Ant's died!! What will Dec do? I suppose he could try managing Everton.

[London Blue]

Just now, MikeO said:

Ant's died!! What will Dec do? I suppose he could try managing Everton.

Apparently Eddie Howe has applied for the job.

[duncanmckenzieismagic]

https://www.goodisonnews.com/2021/06/17/gennaro-gattuso-emerges-as-surprise-contender-for-everton-job/

[Makis]

49 minutes ago, milesey05 said:

Whether it's Stephen Gerrard, Rapha or Paul Chuckle!!!

If Everton are playing with intensity, desire with players going on the pitch like they give a fuck, i would take any of the above!!

Any manager can surly improve the stoned state, to which we saw our players performing like last season.

If it's Rapha then I'm on board!!! 

 

 

 

Benitez's style has never been like that. It's basically boring shite.

[Bill]

It came out a week ago that there had been 40 applications for the Job, I imagine every tom dick and harry is in there somewhere, as well as Eddie and Rafa.  Whoever it is that gets the job is going to be on a hiding to nothing, so we need a strong man not a kid who's still wet behind the ears.

Harry Rednap, George Graham,  Mourinho, Steve Bruce, Brian Clough,  just some of the names who have managed both local rival Clubs,  And there's a lot more.

I would be quite happy to get Rafa ahead of some of the names we've been linked with, just get it done.

[markjazzbassist]

On vacation in the woods camping, finally find a spot with some internet and pop on to see if we have a new manager yet.  Seeing Rafa linked heavily and remembers Everton is still a shit show, back to the woods….

[MikeO]

3 minutes ago, markjazzbassist said:

On vacation in the woods camping, finally find a spot with some internet and pop on to see if we have a new manager yet.  Seeing Rafa linked heavily and remembers Everton is still a shit show, back to the woods….

Always in the woods you, are you actually bigfoot?

[Palfy]

I’m hoping we get a decision soon if just to stop this post taking up so much of my valuable time I understand the club will say there’s no rush with players on international duty or holiday, but the suspense is killing me and some of the names mentioned are scary as fuck. 

[Palfy]

7 minutes ago, markjazzbassist said:

On vacation in the woods camping, finally find a spot with some internet and pop on to see if we have a new manager yet.  Seeing Rafa linked heavily and remembers Everton is still a shit show, back to the woods….

See ya later Yogi 

[chicagoblue]

11 hours ago, c1982 said:

Hang on…

Imagine this nutter in the dug-out - I for one would embrace it!

 

39 minutes ago, duncanmckenzieismagic said:

https://www.goodisonnews.com/2021/06/17/gennaro-gattuso-emerges-as-surprise-contender-for-everton-job/

 

The state of Spurs.  No idea on Gattuso myself.

 

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/jun/17/tottenham-move-for-paulo-fonseca-breaks-down-in-latest-manager-blow

[StevO]

At least Gattuso would be full of passion. Go on, give it a go!

[chicagoblue]

Just now, StevO said:

At least Gattuso would be full of passion. Go on, give it a go!

As far as nutters go I think I'd take our homegrown one

[StevO]

Just now, chicagoblue said:

As far as nutters go I think I'd take our homegrown one

Let’s have them both!

[London Blue]

Can you imagine Dunk and Gattuso managing the team, dear Lord there would be blood in the dug out guaranteed, mostly Gattuso's. 

[Romey 1878]

7 minutes ago, StevO said:

Let’s have them both!

They'd end up scrapping with each other.

[c1982]

29 minutes ago, Romey 1878 said:

They'd end up scrapping with each other.

Imagine though! I’d be happy paying for that each week!

[Bailey]

2 hours ago, MikeO said:

Always in the woods you, are you actually bigfoot?

Or a dogger?

[MikeO]

6 minutes ago, Bailey said:

Or a dogger?

Pass on that image