[clintsmoker]

Hughton! does any body remember his toon side that got beat at out place, because all they did was lump it up to carrol, reminded me of Mowbray, no plan B,

Hughton obviosly played to Carrol's strengths. A good manager manages with what he has got.  Roy spent most of his time trying to get Albion players to play in a style that didn't suit them. In my book that is poor management. Bet Liverpool fans wish Dalglish would play to Carrol's strengths after wasting 50 mil on him.
If I remember rightly Newcastle beat us to the title that year too and certainly didn't do it as the long ball specialists.

[wbastrollers]

Hughton obviosly played to Carrol's strengths. A good manager manages with what he has got.  Roy spent most of his time trying to get Albion players to play in a style that didn't suit them. In my book that is poor management. Bet Liverpool fans wish Dalglish would play to Carrol's strengths after wasting 50 mil on him.
If I remember rightly Newcastle beat us to the title that year too and certainly didn't do it as the long ball specialists.

I sometimes wonder how we got to 10th with such a poor manager!?

[ian]

I sometimes wonder how we got to 10th with such a poor manager!?

I often wonder that but then  i know the answer

[WakeyBaggie]

Have faith in JP and Dan Ashworth. So far when the job has been available they have not let us down. I favour Hughton or Curbishley. Both are realistic as Blues even if they come up have a transfer embargo so will probably go straight back down again so Hughtin may decide to leave anyway. Curbishley is experienced but my fear is that he has been out of the game for too long. Martinez would also do for me but I think we are unlikely to get him.  However as I say have faith in the men making the decisions. Also a big thanks to Roy for all he has done in stabilising us in the Prem

[Baggy nerd]

Martinez will not leave Wigan for WBA. I don't understand why so many people want him anyway. Can't see Rogers or Lambert moving. Hughton or Poyet may be more realistic and I wouldn't mind either of them.

[rajesh-wba]

Martinez will not leave Wigan for WBA. I don't understand why so many people want him anyway. Can't see Rogers or Lambert moving. Hughton or Poyet may be more realistic and I wouldn't mind either of them.

Poyet's buy-out clause is pretty big by all accounts. I agree that Martinez won't see joining West Brom as a massive step up from Wigan. It's going to be tough, whoever joins. In an ideal world, Roy Hodgson would have solidified us for another couple of seasons, in the Premier League before departing. I can't really see past Hughton, but then I do have slight reservations with him, unless we spring a surprise and look abroad for a Coach who fits our set-up.

[Sessegod]

looks like Capello then, he wants a job in the Prem.

[WBAinDEVON]

Martinez will not leave Wigan for WBA. I don't understand why so many people want him anyway. Can't see Rogers or Lambert moving. Hughton or Poyet may be more realistic and I wouldn't mind either of them.

Agree with all you say

[garry]

Have faith in JP and Dan Ashworth. So far when the job has been available they have not let us down.

I agree totally.
We just have to have faith.

[jamesh_91]

looks like Capello then, he wants a job in the Prem.

Would be a great appointment but he has said he wants to manage a team who will be playing Champions League football so he has got his eye on the Chelsea job.

[Adder]

Any comments from Blues fans about style of football played under Hughton ? Are we talking Barcelona, Stoke or hopefully somewhere in between ?

[JDWest_Brom]

Some money has gone on Solskjaer overnight with a few bookies. He's down to 10/1 with Sky Bet.

[Nocky]

Any comments from Blues fans about style of football played under Hughton ? Are we talking Barcelona, Stoke or hopefully somewhere in between ?

I've made the point before about Hughton's football. He's very similar to Roy IMO based on what I have seen off his teams and from the comments of Newcastle and Birmingham fans. Like Roy he appears to favour an organised 442 and whilst he's by no means a 'long ball' manager he certainly doesn't get his teams playing free flowing football ala Brendan Rodgers or Roberto Martinez. It's why I am surprised to see some of those who slated RH's style of football clamouring for a manger who is, IMO, of a very similar mould.

[Nocky]

Some money has gone on Solskjaer overnight with a few bookies. He's down to 10/1 with Sky Bet.

Solskjaer would be an extremely exciting appointment, as would Michael Laudrup. However, just because they are exciting it doesn't necessarily mean that they would be the right appointments. Both would represent a 'risk' given their lack of experience of managing in this country and at this level but both appear to have a lot of potential. The likes of Hughton and Curbishley may not inspire the masses but both have proved that they can cut it at this level and may be the safer option.

[BB74]

The only time I have ever been excited by an appointment was Tony Mowbray. Roy Hodgson was seen as a safe pair of hands but not exciting.

[gingernumpty]

Now this might seem a real stretch but I bet against hodgson turning up.  Looking at some other clubs, their finances and the challanges they continue to face, my number 1 choice is obviously not listed.  Could we push the boat out and try "David Moyes!".  Que lots of no chance comments but I don't think we would miss Roy as much if it happened.  Pehaps its a pipe dream.

[PortsmouthBaggie]

Now this might seem a real stretch but I bet against hodgson turning up.  Looking at some other clubs, their finances and the challanges they continue to face, my number 1 choice is obviously not listed.  Could we push the boat out and try "David Moyes!".  Que lots of no chance comments but I don't think we would miss Roy as much if it happened.  Pehaps its a pipe dream.

I don't think we would be an unattractive option for him if he wasn't at a very good club already. He will go on to possibly manage Man Utd next.

[phbaggies]

David Moyes, Capello and AVB? How our expectations have changed eh?  Im looking forward to the transfer rumour threads on here when the window opens because if we think we are going to attract this calibre of manager then god knows what kind of players people think we should be attracting!!

[bigbadjohn]

We could try and get Mourinho because he might be able to bring Ronaldo with him aswell

[LegendOfAstle]

West Bromwich Albions attempt to sign Chris Hughton may be thwarted if Hughton gains promotion to the premier league with Birmingham. With Portsmouth having a "Hands Off" approach and Poyet stating he'll only leave Brighton for a big club, The Baggies will turn to Gary Megson to re-take the reigns. Solid Source


ummmm i hope thats not true.....

[tuamigos]

West Bromwich Albions attempt to sign Chris Hughton may be thwarted if Hughton gains promotion to the premier league with Birmingham. With Portsmouth having a "Hands Off" approach and Poyet stating he'll only leave Brighton for a big club, The Baggies will turn to Gary Megson to re-take the reigns. Solid Source


ummmm i hope thats not true.....

   more chance of platting fog   

[Mossi28]

West Bromwich Albions attempt to sign Chris Hughton may be thwarted if Hughton gains promotion to the premier league with Birmingham. With Portsmouth having a "Hands Off" approach and Poyet stating he'll only leave Brighton for a big club, The Baggies will turn to Gary Megson to re-take the reigns. Solid Source


ummmm i hope thats not true.....

Highly doubt Megson will work under Peace again after the last time.

[Floydy]

West Bromwich Albions attempt to sign Chris Hughton may be thwarted if Hughton gains promotion to the premier league with Birmingham. With Portsmouth having a "Hands Off" approach and Poyet stating he'll only leave Brighton for a big club, The Baggies will turn to Gary Megson to re-take the reigns. Solid Source


ummmm i hope thats not true.....

Ha Ha Ha - That will never happen. SGM is a God, but no way would Peace re-appoint him.

I still feel we will appoint Hughton and regardless I think both Poyet & Appleton would jump at the chance to manage a steady club in the Premier league.

[addy]

Bolton boss Gary Megson reveals hatred for West Brom chairman Jeremy Peace

Megson fumed: "You will never hear me mention his name. I never have and I never will. I don't want to sully myself. I will never get over how I think he treated me and my family. I don't want to mention anything more about the bloke." - 2008

I think its safe to say that 'Solid Source' is prolly sitting in someones toilet bowl.

[bigbadjohn]

Spot on Floydy!!