The open secret is almost, finally, very nearly an official announcement as Watford and Reading agreed a compensation package that will pave the way for Brendan Rodgers to take the helm at the Madejski Stadium.
I've been reading a few posts on Watford FC forums recently, as you can imagine they are particularly disgruntled, but the thing that struck me was how highly he was regarded there - even after a relatively short spell in charge. His way is certainly for a passing game that is easy on the eye, so we just need to ensure the right players are there to make that style effective. Nigel Howe has indicated this week that academy players such as Simon Church are sure to feature next season, and Rodgers certainly knows how to get the best from the youngsters as he has already spent time in charge of our youth team. Getting the balance of youth and experience right is the first challenge.
So let the 'renaissance' begin, and we wait with eager anticipation to see BR's first moves in the transfer market!
Thursday, 4 June 2009
Tuesday, 2 June 2009
Rodgers odds on to land Royals post
It seems increasingly likely that current Watford boss Brendan Rodgers will be appointed the new Reading manager some time in the near future. Nicky Hammond is showing due care and diligence in carefully sifting through the applications and with the Hornets keen to retain the services of Rodgers nothing is certain, however it all points to the Irish man taking charge for the new season. Other names in the frame are PNE boss Alan Irvine, and Darren Ferguson who has guided Peterborough into the Championship. Strangely enough I saw somewhere that bookies Victor Chandler had installed Alan Pardew as second favourite at 9/4. Surely some mistake?! Who do you think would be best for us and why?...
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