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AB said:
We couldn’t pay him enough to dissuade him from moving if he wanted so if money isn’t what’s keeping him here now the thing to do is to stop him having any interest in leaving the project.
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Actually I’m sure we could.
There’s no incentive to go anywhere except for money. He’s not going to be interesting to the top clubs and why go anywhere else?
 

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Thankfully for us,there is a guy on the south coast called Graham Potter.
 

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Simon W said:
When he arrived in the country he rented a VW Golf for about 4 weeks .. he then got a lease deal with Kia I believe .. I think (not 100% sure) he still drives a Kia
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Just as i imagined, thank you
 

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BURFORD BEE said:
Actually I’m sure we could.
There’s no incentive to go anywhere except for money. He’s not going to be interesting to the top clubs and why go anywhere else?
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Reread my post. If he wanted to go we couldn’t persuade him with money. We have less than pretty much anyone else and if they really wanted him too they’d pay enough. So we keep him by continuing to offer him the best job at a level of pay he’s already happy with. That doesn’t mean we wouldn’t review it at the next normal contract discussion to avoid it becoming a reason to move, just that pre-emptively increasing it doesn’t make any sense if he’s happy here as it is.
 

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Three3D said:
He's already won promotion what more does he want
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I’d say probably a cup plus establishing Brentford as a solid mid table PL team would be his objectives, setting him up for a move to a club with a realistic shot of winning whatever league they were in.
 

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kenbee said:
Thankfully for us,there is a guy on the south coast called Graham Potter.
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I’m not sure that is such a good thing for us, TBH as you can be certain he’d be at the top of Brighton’s wish list to replace Potter.

Can’t see him doing MB dirty by going there though
 

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Guildford Bee said:
I’m not sure that is such a good thing for us, TBH as you can be certain he’d be at the top of Brighton’s wish list to replace Potter.

Can’t see him doing MB dirty by going there though
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Immaterial of his unwillingness to do the dirty on MB, Brighton would be a ‘nothing’ move for him anyway wouldn’t it?
 

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BEEcool said:
Immaterial of his unwillingness to do the dirty on MB, Brighton would be a ‘nothing’ move for him anyway wouldn’t it?
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Maybe, maybe not. I’ve always looked at Brighton as being us but two years in the future. A lot of similarities
 

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Guildford Bee said:
Maybe, maybe not. I’ve always looked at Brighton as being us but two years in the future. A lot of similarities
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Whilst TF’s stock remains as high as it currently is, I couldn’t foresee him leaving us to go to any other English team than ‘the big 6’ of City, United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Spurs or Chelsea really. Depending upon what his position is with the ownership of Newcastle, I guess possibly them too.
 

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No way would TF go to Brighton at this stage. Low budget, low salaries and low-mid table side. He's has all that here and some.

Leicester on the other hand, that would worry me.
 

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brentfordfc4ever said:
No way would TF go to Brighton at this stage. Low budget, low salaries and low-mid table side. He's has all that here and some.

Leicester on the other hand, that would worry me.
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Why?

They’ve sold some of the best players, a lot of the success has been on Vardy who is getting old, they’re languishing at the bottom of the league with performances that don’t seem better than their results. They are tightening their belt so unlikely to spend big and replace their leavers.

Leicester 2 years ago May have been an attractive proposition for him but not now.
 

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brentfordfc4ever said:
No way would TF go to Brighton at this stage. Low budget, low salaries and low-mid table side. He's has all that here and some.

Leicester on the other hand, that would worry me.
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I don't see where he goes.

I think the Leicester ship has sailed tbh. They're going to be closer to relegation than top 4 moving forward IMO. Brighton would seem like more of a sideways step too I think.

I'm not worried about a top 6 club going for him because his achievements don't translate to what they want to achieve. Spurs being most likely I'd have thought if Conte threw a strop and walked out, but Frank would be seen as a huge step down after Conte I reckon. Arsenal might be tempted if they start a 10 game losing streak but again I'd imagine he'd be seen as small time.

I was worried about Southampton when our former DOF went there but I'd say they're more likely to be relegated than us at this stage. I was also worried about Newcastle but I feel they're already setting their sights to "a Pochettino" once they inevitably sack Howe after a run of 3 defeats on the bounce.

That leaves a West Ham, Villa, Wolves or an Everton. I just can't see it... I don't see TF in the North and could you see him fitting into a project like West Ham? I'd say a job abroad is more likely and if we have a brilliant season, maybe an Ajax would come knocking?

He's best staying put I reckon.
 

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upnorthbee said:
I don't see where he goes.

I think the Leicester ship has sailed tbh. They're going to be closer to relegation than top 4 moving forward IMO. Brighton would seem like more of a sideways step too I think.

I'm not worried about a top 6 club going for him because his achievements don't translate to what they want to achieve. Spurs being most likely I'd have thought if Conte threw a strop and walked out, but Frank would be seen as a huge step down after Conte I reckon. Arsenal might be tempted if they start a 10 game losing streak but again I'd imagine he'd be seen as small time.

I was worried about Southampton when our former DOF went there but I'd say they're more likely to be relegated than us at this stage. I was also worried about Newcastle but I feel they're already setting their sights to "a Pochettino" once they inevitably sack Howe after a run of 3 defeats on the bounce.

That leaves a West Ham, Villa, Wolves or an Everton. I just can't see it... I don't see TF in the North and could you see him fitting into a project like West Ham? I'd say a job abroad is more likely and if we have a brilliant season, maybe an Ajax would come knocking?

He's best staying put I reckon.
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You’ve convinced me. I’ll see you all at Saint Mary’s. Love Thomas x
 

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upnorthbee said:
I don't see where he goes.

I think the Leicester ship has sailed tbh. They're going to be closer to relegation than top 4 moving forward IMO. Brighton would seem like more of a sideways step too I think.

I'm not worried about a top 6 club going for him because his achievements don't translate to what they want to achieve. Spurs being most likely I'd have thought if Conte threw a strop and walked out, but Frank would be seen as a huge step down after Conte I reckon. Arsenal might be tempted if they start a 10 game losing streak but again I'd imagine he'd be seen as small time.

I was worried about Southampton when our former DOF went there but I'd say they're more likely to be relegated than us at this stage. I was also worried about Newcastle but I feel they're already setting their sights to "a Pochettino" once they inevitably sack Howe after a run of 3 defeats on the bounce.

That leaves a West Ham, Villa, Wolves or an Everton. I just can't see it... I don't see TF in the North and could you see him fitting into a project like West Ham? I'd say a job abroad is more likely and if we have a brilliant season, maybe an Ajax would come knocking?

He's best staying put I reckon.
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That seems to remind me of something, can't quite put my finger on it.
 

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I've often wondered what would happen if he was offered the Denmark job? Bound to happen sooner or later. ?‍♂️
 

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Hullbee said:
Anyone ever spoken to Thomas personally for more than 10 minutes???

seems we all assume he is a great guy but how the hell can we know without speaking with him
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Well, I met him on the tube about three years ago and congratulated him on the work going on at the club. He'd just been to Spuds v Oasis City with his son. I asked him about the game and he said it was 'good but not as good as us'. He'd already bought into the club and we're even better now! Why would he leave? Please don't just say 'money'.
 

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Hullbee said:
Anyone ever spoken to Thomas personally for more than 10 minutes???

seems we all assume he is a great guy but how the hell can we know without speaking with him
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Yes, twice. He's a nice guy, he is exactly the same as he is in interviews.
 

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upnorthbee said:
I don't see where he goes.
I don't see TF in the North and could you see him fitting into a project like West Ham? I'd say a job abroad is more likely and if we have a brilliant season, maybe an Ajax would come knocking?

He's best staying put I reckon.
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Of course he’d be at home in the north. He’s Danish, and half the places are named after them!
 

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It seems to me he gets his kicks from developing latent talent. The so-called 'top' clubs pay mega bucks for established stars. That's not his scene. He will stay at the bus stop!
 

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Thomas knows that his success sits on a supportive infrastructure which is probably unique in the Prem. He hasn't got the experience of handling the big egos nor has he won anything at the highest level which would qualify him for a top job. Tuchel has shown that even success is no guarantee of your position where only winning counts.I can't see any place in the Prem is a better option for him. I agree that the Denmark job could be an option but one day and not now. He's too busy at the moment with the project.
 

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beebopalula said:
Thomas knows that his success sits on a supportive infrastructure which is probably unique in the Prem. He hasn't got the experience of handling the big egos nor has he won anything at the highest level which would qualify him for a top job. Tuchel has shown that even success is no guarantee of your position where only winning counts.I can't see any place in the Prem is a better option for him. I agree that the Denmark job could be an option but one day and not now. He's too busy at the moment with the project.
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Yeah, but you could say the same about Potter and he's Chelsea's first choice.

However, I do agree with you but I'm aware I could be being naive.
 

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StevieSteve said:
Yeah, but you could say the same about Potter and he's Chelsea's first choice.
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I agree, for most of last season Brighton couldn’t win at home, the Amex was becoming less filled. If Brighton hadn’t started like they have would he still be their first choice. I like him as a manager but I just can’t see him being given enough time at Chelsea to grow in the role.
 

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Stormy the Spook said:
It seems to me he gets his kicks from developing latent talent.
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Respectfully disagree.
I think he gets his "kicks" from pitting his wits and tactical knowledge against his opposite number. And proving he's their superior. (Have mentioned previously that his support of the 5 sub rule is evidence of this to me).
And that's what worries me. I'm sure he'd love to be doing this on a (more) level playing field.....?
 

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badgerbee said:
Respectfully disagree.
I think he gets his "kicks" from pitting his wits and tactical knowledge against his opposite number. And proving he's their superior. (Have mentioned previously that his support of the 5 sub rule is evidence of this to me).
And that's what worries me. I'm sure he'd love to be doing this on a (more) level playing field.....?
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.....apart from Man City.....this season it's fairly level....bet he'd love to get us in the top six....what an achievement eh.
 

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JCMcBee said:
.....apart from Man City.....this season it's fairly level....bet he'd love to get us in the top six....what an achievement eh.
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Would be "more level" if he was at a club with 10x the budget at his disposal......
 

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badgerbee said:
Respectfully disagree.
I think he gets his "kicks" from pitting his wits and tactical knowledge against his opposite number. And proving he's their superior. (Have mentioned previously that his support of the 5 sub rule is evidence of this to me).
And that's what worries me. I'm sure he'd love to be doing this on a (more) level playing field.....?
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Agree with that first paragraph.

Not sure that Thomas does regrets but if he does, then I reckon his biggest was that he had to go against Pep with an injury depleted squad last season both home and away.
 

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StevieSteve said:
Agree with that first paragraph.

Not sure that Thomas does regrets but if he does, then I reckon his biggest was that he had to go against Pep with an injury depleted squad last season both home and away.
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?
But this season will be different.....
 

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tinman said:
With the number of Danish players in our squad he’s almost the national manager now.
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Yep Brentmark. Why have two teams? Like that shampoo and conditioner they bang on about on the telly advert.
 

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StevieSteve said:
Agree with that first paragraph.

Not sure that Thomas does regrets but if he does, then I reckon his biggest was that he had to go against Pep with an injury depleted squad last season both home and away.
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And we did alright, compared to most.
 

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sonofabee said:
I’ll take 0-1 and 0-2 now, sorry and all that for my negativity but I think City will only improve and are already the best in this country by a long way. Narrow defeats against them I’ll take.
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I know what you mean but think accepting narrow defeats is overly negative. Like everyone, they have off days, like losing at home to Palace last season
 

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One thing I would like to see when he does leave is the amount of users on the GPG beating all previous daily records out of sight.
 

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Really happy TF is settled with us because looks like there is going to be a right merry go round right now, with Brighton Leicester Bournemouth and maybe Villa jobs up for grabs. Of course he will go one day and good luck to him, but I think the Danish job is a way off yet. Although this is football so nothing is guaranteed.
 

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I've just been trying to work out where he ranks in terms of longest serving Premier League managers. I think he's 8th overall (about to go 7th if Potter takes the Chelsea job) but is only behind Pep & Klopp in terms of how long he's managed us versus every other Premier League manager.

What a crazy league!
 
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