Brendan Rodgers

[The_weatherman]

I'd want a manager who has done well in Europe & the league and has managed the squad to be competitive in both at the same time. People will say De Boer hasn't had the squad to do that at Ajax, but I don't care tbh. I want someone who has proven they can take us to the next level.

I can only think of Ancelotti & Klopp. The fact Ancelotti has won the league over here and has won the biggest trophies in the game makes him number one on my list.

We can't afford another poor appointment, no chances and no bull**** just hire a quality, proven manager.

[MrMichael]

I don't think anyone could (or should) argue if Ancelotti was our next manager. While I'd be relatively happy with a few others, interested and excited even possibly, Ancelotti has the sort of pedigree as a manager that we should be looking for now the Rodgers experiment looks to have failed.

As for Brendan's comments about Everton only having 1 more point than us, factually he is obviously correct but like with most of his statements in the last week or two, he seems to be forgetting that the problem isn't just about results, but performances. Losing to ManU (for example) happens, but losing in such an insipid and frankly pathetic manner was just embarrassing and an indictment of our tactics and whatever work was supposedly done over the summer.

The horrendous 3/5 at the back formation is a joke, and that we flip-flopped over to it from a completely unsuited 4-3-3 said to me that he's just making it up as we go along now, which isn't good enough at all for his 4th season however much "rebuilding" we've done. If we could at least see a cohesive plan and pattern to our play but weren't quite getting the results it might be a bit different, but we have neither and surely any semi-decent replacement would improve upon that.

[RedSpartan]

Brilliant.

I nearly wet myself, absolutely brilliant.... It sums up that fraud !!!

[frank the tank]

I don't think anyone could (or should) argue if Ancelotti was our next manager. While I'd be relatively happy with a few others, interested and excited even possibly, Ancelotti has the sort of pedigree as a manager that we should be looking for now the Rodgers experiment looks to have failed.

As for Brendan's comments about Everton only having 1 more point than us, factually he is obviously correct but like with most of his statements in the last week or two, he seems to be forgetting that the problem isn't just about results, but performances. Losing to ManU (for example) happens, but losing in such an insipid and frankly pathetic manner was just embarrassing and an indictment of our tactics and whatever work was supposedly done over the summer.

The horrendous 3/5 at the back formation is a joke, and that we flip-flopped over to it from a completely unsuited 4-3-3 said to me that he's just making it up as we go along now, which isn't good enough at all for his 4th season however much "rebuilding" we've done. If we could at least see a cohesive plan and pattern to our play but weren't quite getting the results it might be a bit different, but we have neither and surely any semi-decent replacement would improve upon that.

rebuilding would be acceptable if we had 5 years of success and all our players were in their 30s. Brendans rebuilding is because he ****ed up in the transfer market.....big time

[topscorer]

I don't think anyone could (or should) argue if Ancelotti was our next manager. While I'd be relatively happy with a few others, interested and excited even possibly, Ancelotti has the sort of pedigree as a manager that we should be looking for now the Rodgers experiment looks to have failed.

As for Brendan's comments about Everton only having 1 more point than us, factually he is obviously correct but like with most of his statements in the last week or two, he seems to be forgetting that the problem isn't just about results, but performances. Losing to ManU (for example) happens, but losing in such an insipid and frankly pathetic manner was just embarrassing and an indictment of our tactics and whatever work was supposedly done over the summer.

The horrendous 3/5 at the back formation is a joke, and that we flip-flopped over to it from a completely unsuited 4-3-3 said to me that he's just making it up as we go along now, which isn't good enough at all for his 4th season however much "rebuilding" we've done. If we could at least see a cohesive plan and pattern to our play but weren't quite getting the results it might be a bit different, but we have neither and surely any semi-decent replacement would improve upon that.

He's a goner, even the ever rational MrM has had enough!

[brightred]

The team are like the frog in the pan of water, slowly being cooked and not noticing.

At some point they are going to say wait, we're actually better than this but will play play to rescue the manager or be rid of him? Its often said that players will do the former as any new manager may clear the place out but I suspect most are actually safe enough.

Lobsters methinks?

[Vermilion]

I know it's J.Giles, and i know it's the express, but, has there been any other rumours/talk about Klopp wanting 'the commitee' disbanding ?

The German has been linked with the job at Anfield as current boss Brendan Rodgers has come under pressure.

Klopp has said he would only consider taking the position if the transfer committee currently in place at Anfield was disbanded and complete control of transfers was handed over to him.

And Giles thinks that will put the Liverpool hierarchy off, who will opt to go for ex-Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti instead if Rodgers does go.

The United and Leeds legend has already hit out at Rodgers, claiming he is not up to the job and has undermined himself.

http://www.express.co.uk/sport/footb...lsea-Ancelotti

[Mags]

Klopp has always worked under a DoF as far as I am aware - so whether he would want the committee disbanded is debatable, If so I would think he would want it replaced with a reputable DoF.

FSG wanted a DoF model initially so maybe they wont be so anti going back to it?

[Norbs]

Del

[marcus50bucks]

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers insists pressure is off after Ajax's Frank De Boer reveals interest in Anfield job

Ajax manager is latest to make availability known before Liverpool owners discuss club’s long-term strategy

By Chris Bascombe
10:30PM BST 02 Oct 2015

Brendan Rodgers, the Liverpool manager, insists he does not fear the consequences of a Merseyside derby defeat this weekend, despite the growing threat to his job after a series of poor performances.

As Ajax manager Frank De Boer became the latest high-profile coach to alert Liverpool to his availability – Carlo Ancelotti and Jürgen Klopp are frontrunners if the manager’s tenure comes to an end – Rodgers says he is not worried about the repercussions of another serious setback.

Liverpool’s trip across Stanley Park comes amid a period of intense scrutiny on Rodgers and his side, with the international break seen as a time when the club’s owners will reflect on the team’s start to the season and determine if the current direction has longevity.

Rodgers’s side sit five points off the top and within two points of a Champions League place, but have been booed off in three of their last five home games.

“I am not worried. Not at all,” said Rodgers. “That is not being arrogant or having been given any assurances. It’s not something I look for or that I am worried about. I am not looking for reassurances or seeking any. I enjoy being here and enjoy the challenge of working with these players. It’s a long season and we will make progress as we go along. Once we get everyone fit we have the squad to challenge.

“You lose games at a club like this and there is an investigation that is deep and the analysis is huge, but that is part of being at a prestigious club.

“Every game here has been like that. There is no more or less pressure than before. It’s very simple – we have drawn a number of games we should have won but the reality is we are a couple of points off the top four and five off the top. We are calm and enjoying our work.”

Rodgers has spent recent weeks re-emphasising the idea of another rebuilding job at Anfield following another summer of recruitment.
Winning over the hearts and minds of a Liverpool fan-base increasingly fatigued by the idea of being in perpetual transition is a battle for both the manager and the Anfield board.

“It is rebuilding a group again, new players and going again,” said Rodgers.

“In the first couple of years we did well and over the last 12 months we’ve had to manage change and a lot of disruption in the squad.

“When you win games you have the support and when you lose there is disappointment. My worry is the club and for it to be the best it can be but as manager you will always have critics and if you don’t win the level can increase.

“I also know there is great support and those who want us to do well are behind the team. It is also about perspective. There is a lot of pressure on the players and they are dealing with it very well. Perspective keeps us calm.”

In recent weeks Rodgers has robustly defended his performance at Anfield and noted the 'hysteria’ surrounding the manager’s position. That will only intensify if he fails to get a positive result at Goodison Park.

A week after Ancelotti was linked with Rodgers’s job and Klopp made it known he would be keen to move to Anfield should a vacancy arise, De Boer went public with his interest.

The Dutchman has stated previously he rejected an approach from Fenway Sports Group in 2012 – when Rodgers was appointed.

At that time, De Boer was committed to Ajax but now he is open to offers. Asked specifically about Liverpool and Newcastle United, where Rodgers and Steve McClaren have had early-season problems, De Boer said: “They are fantastic clubs. Liverpool and Newcastle, with supporters behind them it is a fantastic environment to coach but this year it is important for me to do well at Ajax and then we will see.”

De Boer’s remarks in an interview with BBC’s World Service are significant given their timing.

He says he will take a Premier League position in the near future.

“Yes I think every year it comes closer, of course,” said De Boer. “I’m looking maybe for another adventure. If there is an interesting club that I think with my quality I can make that team better – if I can, than I will take that chance.”

Meanwhile, Liverpool will be without Christian Benteke, who has not recovered from a hamstring problem, for the Everton game. Daniel Sturridge returns to the squad.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/foo...field-job.html

[marcus50bucks]

Brendan Rodgers reveals he is not worried about his job if Liverpool lose to Everton

BRENDAN RODGERS faces Everton on the brink, but insists he is not worried about the personal repercussions from the fall-out of tomorrow's Merseyside derby.

By PAUL JOYCE
PUBLISHED: 00:02, Sat, Oct 3, 2015 | UPDATED: 00:10, Sat, Oct 3, 2015

The Liverpool manager’s embattled position is set to be scrutinised by owners Fenway Sports Group at the start of the next week's international break with Jurgen Klopp and Carlo Ancelotti alternative options for the hot-seat.

A defeat at Goodison Park at the hands of their rivals will further heighten the pressure on the Liverpool manager, who heard more fans' dissent against his reign with boos following Thursday's Europa League draw with FC Sion.

Rodgers has acknowledged the threat to his job, but does not fear the sack primarily because his faith in his methods has not been affected by a downturn in results and he feels his stock is such that he would find work again.

Asked if he was worried how the hysteria around a derby could manifest itself, Rodgers said: "No, no, not at all, not at all.

"We will go into the game with every notion to perform and win well. If we get a wee bit of luck, if we earn a bit of good fortune, we can win the game.

"I am not worried and that is not being arrogant, or having been given any assurances. I will do my best with what I am working with and our notion is to win the game.

"It is about rebuilding a group again, new players and going again."

His comments come with Ajax boss Frank de Boer also indicating a desire to move into management in England after being asked about Liverpool and Newcastle.

"They are fantastic clubs," said De Boer. "Liverpool and Newcastle, with supporters behind them, it is a fantastic environment to coach but this year it is important for me to do well at Ajax and then we will see."

Everton are a point above their neighbours in the Premier League, but manager Roberto Martinez said Rodgers' lavish £290m spending spree meant Liverpool went into the game at Goodison Park as favourites and added the pressure his counterpart is under was "normal".

"If you look at the amount of money that Liverpool have spent in the last three seasons, then clearly they need to be favourites and carry the expectation," said Martinez.

Rodgers responded, saying: "We will always take the favourite tag. It just shows you're a big club."

http://www.express.co.uk/sport/footb...l-lose-Everton

[TheElephantMan]

I feel slightly entitled to a gloat. Four Premiership games ago I suggested that Brendan Rodgers was treading on thin ice and that it would only take one or two bad results for people to turn against him. There are some fools here (you know who you are).

[EwarWoo]

Only a cunt would use us doing **** as an opportunity to gloat imo

[Trippendicular]

Only a cunt would use us doing **** as an opportunity to gloat imo

Bingo. People revelling in us doing badly sums up the nature of supporting a team nowadays.

[Chazza]

I feel slightly entitled to a gloat. Four Premiership games ago I suggested that Brendan Rodgers was treading on thin ice and that it would only take one or two bad results for people to turn against him. There are some fools here (you know who you are).

Given that you were 100% sure he was getting sacked in the summer that is some fine gloating