To me it is obvious that Barmby was appointed to appease the fans until the end of the season (they didn't want a costly mistake where they bring in an experienced name on big wages and have to sack him at the end of the season/target not allowed to take job till end of season - Billy Davies). To get Barmby to take the job they offered him a contract with no intention of letting him complete it. They give money to the black and whites to try and encourage Adam to leave. The tea, fail to get top 6, Barmby moans about needing funds. There is your excuse to get rid of both and get in someone who is actually wanted by the Allams for next season.
It does seem like all their statements and back up evidence is a bit too well prepared for this to be a spontaneous bust up. It seems preemptive to me.
It does seem like all their statements and back up evidence is a bit too well prepared for this to be a spontaneous bust up. It seems preemptive to me.