Aston Villa job = Captain of the Titanic ............... Martin O'Neill spunked all the money away years ago, Villa manager has become a terrible job, owner has spent all he's spending and can't wait to get rid, ****ish, delusional fans and the some of the worst stewards in the PL ................... Lionel, Lionel give us a song now you twat !
LMA STATEMENT ON BEHALF OF PAUL LAMBERT I am extremely proud to have managed Aston Villa, a founder member of the Football League, and this sentiment will always remain with me. My initial remit was to conduct a massive overhaul of the playing squad, lower the overall wage structure of the playing staff and achieve this whilst keeping the club in the Barclays Premier League. There was also a concerted effort to purchase and develop younger players who would provide a solid footing for the football club to move forward and enhance the value of the playing squad in the future. When I came on board the club's owner, Randy Lerner, warned me that I was embarking on the toughest challenge of my working life and he was not wrong. But I have never stepped away from hard work and I put my heart and soul into the job from my first day until my last. There are many people throughout my time at Aston Villa to whom I owe a great debt of gratitude. Firstly, I'd like to thank Randy Lerner for not only providing me with the opportunity to manage one of the most illustrious clubs in world football but also for the support and friendship he offered me throughout my time at the club. I'd also like to place on record my appreciation to Paul Faulkner who conducted affairs at the club with unstinting integrity and constant dignity during his tenure as Chief Executive. I leave behind some wonderful people at both Bodymoor Heath and Villa Park and express my gratitude for their dedication and loyalty. A special mention must also go to my coaching staff for their commitment. To the players, my sincere thanks to each and every one of them. They are a fantastic group of players and I wish them every success for the rest of their playing careers. I hope to see many of them achieve great things in the game. Finally, I pay tribute to the supporters who are among the most passionate I have ever encountered. They rightly hold huge expectations for their beloved football club and I sincerely hope they are rewarded with the success they deserve. I completely understand their frustrations and always shared their view that the football club is too big not to be competing at the top end of the table. I hope that can happen. You never stop learning in football management and I certainly believe the invaluable experience from my time as Villa manager will prove hugely beneficial in the next stage of my managerial career.
Almost an impossible job. But, given they can't score, why do they continually loan out Darren Bent? He's a proven goal threat.
Sky sports reporting that he was sacked in a phone call instead of face to face. Lambert isn't happy that the CEO didn't give him the respect of a personal meeting. Cowards trick that.
Naff joke nicked from Twitter Aston Villa are set to name Lenny Henry as their new manager. Apparently it's the only way they'll stay in the Premier.
I just read the comments on this sky thread, oh how they made me laugh. So much bull **** from fans of EVERY club, how one minute they hate someone, next minute the best person ever. Oh why did we sack/sell him? Fickle fans everywhere! http://www1.skysports.com/football/...eveals-how-randy-lerner-reduced-player-budget
That contract award at the start of the season when they were flying high must be hurting now, both in terms of pride and pocket. I bet Lambert signed it before it hit his desk.
It'll have had some loopholes in it! It seems they always do. Although maybe Newcastle forgot them in their 9 year contract to Pardew?
Another manager Hull City see off. In saying that Villa have sat on the panic button. A desperate attempt to avoid the drop. imo. Que that famous Status Quo song now .............
I don't understand how Sherwood can walk into a job at Villa. A manager with limited experience and no ties to the cub.
Same for us. We've made a great start to the se games but our next few fixtures will decide our year.
