Who should be our next manager?

[londonblue]

My guess is that RM already has someone in mind. He's probably already spoken to him and is waiting to see if they're interested.

 

[superblue24]

Looks like Barratt is out of the reckoning.

 

[Austin the Shrimper]

what about Fagan and Tilly combo. Cheap option. Something old, something new. Youth and experience. Link to the past and moving forward. The Southend legend and the outsider who knows the youths really well. Both available .

 

[flangejackrabbit]

Shame Tisdale not even viewed as in running (likely too expensive the only thing I can think) as he's a really good manager at this level.

 

[Rob1920]

Its gonna be Fagan, just ticks all the relevant boxes.

 

[amsemp]

Seems like it’s been whittled down to Fagan and Maher. Would be interesting to see a new poll with those two.

 

[BriggBlue]

Seems like it’s been whittled down to Fagan and Maher. Would be interesting to see a new poll with those two.

There's something about Maher that makes think he won't be a good manager, I can't put my finger on it and I'll probably be proven wrong.

 

[camden shrimper]

Would people take Phil Brown back now?

 

[Strike Force]

I’m with you there. I’ve bumped into him many times over the years. Comes across as not particularly talkative or approachable. Couldn’t see him as an “arm round the shoulder “ type.

Sorry he's not been talkative to the kind of guy who'd slag him off on a forum ? What planet are you 50 year old bootcut jeans aficionados on

 

[Lincoln Shrimp]

There's something about Maher that makes think he won't be a good manager, I can't put my finger on it and I'll probably be proven wrong.

I'm with you on this. Would like him as part of the coaching set up but not as the main man. I just don't see him as that inspirational leader that we need. We need someone with a bit of personality who can instill confidence in players and pick them up in their hour of need. Maher is not that sort of person.

 

[tallboyblue]

Would people take Phil Brown back now?

To India?

 

[amsemp]

I'm with you on this. Would like him as part of the coaching set up but not as the main man. I just don't see him as that inspirational leader that we need. We need someone with a bit of personality who can instill confidence in players and pick them up in their hour of need. Maher is not that sort of person.

I think it’s probably just because he wasn’t as heart on sleeve as Barrett was. Adam was great with the fans, fist pumping, badge kissing etc. whereas Maher was a little more reserved. We as fans don’t really know who has that passion unless we physically see it.

Worth remembering though that Maher has just achieved his UEFA Pro Licence with distinction. That’s an amazing achievement, so he’ll be well up to the job if he’s our man. He knows this club and Ron like the back of his hand, but most importantly I think he’ll genuinely, genuinely care and he’ll have the fight and determination to do what’s needed to get us back on track.

I think you could flip a coin between Fagan and Maher at the moment, but my money is on Fagan as there’s no compensation due and he’ll be cheap and familiar. But I’d be happy either way in all honesty.

 

[Ramsdenblue]

I'm with you on this. Would like him as part of the coaching set up but not as the main man. I just don't see him as that inspirational leader that we need. We need someone with a bit of personality who can instill confidence in players and pick them up in their hour of need. Maher is not that sort of person.

Barry Fry ??,

 

[JIMSDAD]

Sorry he's not been talkative to the kind of guy who'd slag him off on a forum ? What planet are you 50 year old bootcut jeans aficionados on

Snappy reply, well reasoned, but only to be expected. Oh, and I’m much older than 50 and wear neither boots nor jeans. I have never slagged Kev off, but I have exchanged the odd, albeit short conversation with him.

 

[Strykr]

There's something about Maher that makes think he won't be a good manager, I can't put my finger on it and I'll probably be proven wrong.

I also think the fans would turn on Maher quite quickly which would be a shame. He took some horrendous stick in his early days with us. Still underrated in my opinion. There would however be some poetic justice if he got to finally play his testimonial at Fossets as the manager.

 

[Colchester and proud!]

Oh well, both Essex clubs are looking for a new manager now, there were rumours of John leaving for Tranmere but now that looks less likely. Given the statement from Robbie I think our 1st team will have an average age of about 18 next season! https://www.cu-fc.com/news/2020/july/john-mcgreal-departure/

 

[Chairman Trigg]

Oh well, both Essex clubs are looking for a new manager now, there were rumours of John leaving for Tranmere but now that looks less likely. Given the statement from Robbie I think our 1st team will have an average age of about 18 next season! https://www.cu-fc.com/news/2020/july/john-mcgreal-departure/

Congratulations so glad you're in as bigger mess as we are .Your squad is a bit older than ours so be thankful!
As for JMcG after listening to his post match drivel on the radio I should think most of your fans would be glad to see the back of him.

 

[Gt Yarmouth Shrimper]

Barry Fry ??,

Interesting shout!

 

[Maroon Blue]

Oh well, both Essex clubs are looking for a new manager now, there were rumours of John leaving for Tranmere but now that looks less likely. Given the statement from Robbie I think our 1st team will have an average age of about 18 next season! https://www.cu-fc.com/news/2020/july/john-mcgreal-departure/

We better act quick if we want Fagan, sounds like just the appointment Colchester are looking for, closer ties to Academy, obviously will be cheaper and has Colchester links!

 

[LCBB72]

Barry Fry ??,