Kinder Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 I’m surprised how pleased I am by this. I didn’t want him to get the job when Cocu left, but the way he’s gone about the job since then has massively turned me around. I think he’ll do a really good job with us - how well depends on the state of the club, whether he can bring anyone in, which young players leave etc. That’s out of his hands, but I think he’ll work his nuts off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CornwallRam Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 I was 100% against Rooney getting the job. We don't need another big name. We don't need a rookie. I'm also slightly concerned that great players don't make good managers because they can't understand why average players can't do what they could. I was very concerned that Cocu was destroying the team with the safety first mentality. I wanted a manager to de-Cocu the club as quickly as possible. I like solid defence and fast attacks. I like intensity and pressing. I like a 'mixed' style where we play short, long and medium all in the same game as we ned to. Since taking over, Rooney has done all the things that I wanted a manager to do. I'm still concerned that he's a big name Rookie who could either Shearer or Lampard us, but it's hard not to be delighted that we've appointed a manager who has passed his work trial with such flying colours. Amazingly, I'm delighted at this news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramant62 Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 34 minutes ago, ollycutts1982 said: Call me cynical but I hope this isn’t to take the spotlight off other issues. I’d like to think the takeover completion will follow. Exactly my thoughts too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrudeRAM Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Glad it's been announced, firstly because I think we've been much better since he took over but equally because now everyone knows where they stand and we can kick on. No more excuses of upheaval and uncertainty lingering over staff and players, they've got a big job to do keeping us up and it's time to start racking up some points COYR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IslandExile Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Is it a voluntary position or will we paying him? COYR ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCFC1388 Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Does this free up a space in terms of numbers & wages for players? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBRammette Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Just now, Kinder said: I’m surprised how pleased I am by this. I didn’t want him to get the job when Cocu left, but the way he’s gone about the job since then has massively turned me around. I think he’ll do a really good job with us - how well depends on the state of the club, whether he can bring anyone in, which young players leave etc. That’s out of his hands, but I think he’ll work his nuts off. Totally agree. I have been very impressed with his low key approach. It also feels a like a massive show of support to the club with all the nonsense this week. I know he will be well paid but it sends out a great message. Thanks Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamLad1884 Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Fair enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_RAM Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 "To be given the opportunity to follow the likes of Brian Clough, Jim Smith, Frank Lampard and Phillip Cocu is such an honour and I can promise everyone involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the last 12 months of this historic football club.” That's that I want to hear! ...not sure Cocu should be amongst them names but fair play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsnip Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Looks to me like Rooney was waiting for absolute assurance that the takeover was going through and his massive war chest would be in place before the end of the window. He's clearly had that assurance now and has the money in hand. Announce Robinho! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyMac5 Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 Dorsett reading out Rooney's playing career highlights - I know it's a totally different thing (but he's made a good start) I'm TOTALLY blown away that Wayne Rooney is the manager of Derby County!!! #COYR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyinLiverpool Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 In the immortal words of Lord Flashheart, let's dooooooooooooooo it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtimeram Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 13 minutes ago, Retro_RAM said: "To be given the opportunity to follow the likes of Brian Clough, Jim Smith, Frank Lampard and Phillip Cocu is such an honour and I can promise everyone involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the last 12 months of this historic football club.” That's that I want to hear! ...not sure Cocu should be amongst them names but fair play. Dave Mackay should have been given a mention for sure and possibly Stuart McMillan too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IslandExile Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 9 minutes ago, Retro_RAM said: "To be given the opportunity to follow the likes of Brian Clough, Jim Smith, Frank Lampard and Phillip Cocu is such an honour and I can promise everyone involved in the club and all our fans, my staff and I will leave no stone unturned in achieving the potential I have witnessed over the last 12 months of this historic football club.” That's that I want to hear! ...not sure Cocu should be amongst them names but fair play. Yeah, me too. I've been waiting for him to show due deference to the history of the club. That's going some way towards that. So I'm happy ? Addendum: I imagine that he mentioned Cocu to remove any lingering thoughts that he may have undermined him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxy Ram Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 6 minutes ago, RoyMac5 said: Dorsett reading out Rooney's playing career highlights - I know it's a totally different thing (but he's made a good start) I'm TOTALLY blown away that Wayne Rooney is the manager of Derby County!!! #COYR We are very lucky and privileged to have him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mucker1884 Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 I like this. I like this a lot. Today is the dawn of our very own "Fergie Time". Quote me. tw@ me. Bertie Mee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodley Ram Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 13 minutes ago, Kinder said: I’m surprised how pleased I am by this. I didn’t want him to get the job when Cocu left, but the way he’s gone about the job since then has massively turned me around. I think he’ll do a really good job with us - how well depends on the state of the club, whether he can bring anyone in, which young players leave etc. That’s out of his hands, but I think he’ll work his nuts off. I echo this post, thought we needed a seasoned manager but action speaks louder than words and he deserves the role, im also glad that LR is the deputy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyMac5 Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 2 minutes ago, IslandExile said: Yeah, me too. I've been waiting for him to show due deference to the history of the club. That's going some way towards that. So I'm happy ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuanFloEvraTheCocu'sNesta Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 I was totally against the idea of Rooney being manager when it first became an option. Happy to admit that I may have been wrong. He has earned his chance and I hope he smashes it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yani P Posted January 15, 2021 Share Posted January 15, 2021 100% deserved..pleased for him and what a great job to land as your first in management..let's get this takeover completed and look forward to Premier league football if not next season then certainly the one after with Rooney at the helm.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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