Footballing Structure - Updates?

For some real continuity and consistency in our style across managers it's got to be something we look at putting in place.

 

Can't see how we appoint for that position while we have an Ange/Rodgers type character in place... We could have with Delia definitely, Lenny probably first time and definitely at the end of the 2nd term... But, if we bring one in now I reckon we say goodbye to Rodgers.

But it's definitely something we should be monitoring in the background, with an eye on implementation down the line... Look for a coach and director to be brought in simultaneously - maybe a constant panel with about 3 names for each on it for each position, and see about trying it out with compatible figures from a position of strength, rather than if we were desperate in the future.

Must remember though, that our single attempt close to this - Dalgleish and Barnes - was a catastrophic mess... Sometimes the grass isn't actually greener on the other side...

 

We never hear anything from our CEO what the plan is..

 

Mind lots of chat about this when Lennon left second time around, then Ange was so successful, not just on the park but in terms of transfer business. I agree that it'd be good to put something in place to ensure continuity from one manager to the next. Ironically, Ange's time as manager made me think that actually, if we were to go down the DoF route he'd probably be the ideal candidate. Doubt he'd ever want to take on a position away from the training ground, but if he gets sacked from Spurs in the summer I genuinely think we should ask the question of him.

 

In theory I think it makes sense but o get the fear we would appoint a Gordon Strachan or even Martin O’Neill to that role if we done it, someone not actually experienced in it and make Kennedy head coach.

I have said before I would like to try get the boy in from USG who has seen a data led recruitment strategy implemented and modern thinking. However, he would probably get chased by Lawell and our old board.

 

For me the 2 of our biggest issues are our academy structure and the fact there is no real pathway from it to our first team. We really IMHO should be going on a public offensive to get our B team into the sfl league structure. Alongside this what plans do we have to upgrade and expand the stadium, the main stand in particular, that is if we have any although we most definitely should IMHO.

 

I don't think the league structure is the answer for the B team- need to be pushing to bring back the reserve league.

 

Actually, Ange was on record saying he didn't do most of the training ground stuff, and day-to-day stuff with the players if I remember right... He actually oversaw a lot as a director type role and left the coaching to the coaches

 

Great question.
Lack of transparency about all things sporting, player recruitment etc is a perennial problem that our stewards often hide behind to avoid accountability.

It feels more than reasonable to expect a published sporting structure and strategy for shareholders and fans.

In particular the recruitment review after a very poor end to the last window that Brendan called out.
But also the new sporting structure we have started to recruit toward (?) but heard absolutely nothing about or from.
C'mon Peter, let's be hearing from you

 

Nicholson is the CEO, its he we should be hearing from even if they are Peter's words..

 

As happens all the time with our side of things, the club leak enough and say enough to keep fans at bay, but nothing ever happens.

They'll announce a Peter Lawwell leaving, knowing he's taking over as chairman in 18 months anyway - just to give the fans something to settle down with.

We will make symbolic sackings of a couple recruitment guys and leak that there is to be an overhaul - it never happens.

Anyone believing that the club is actively behind the scenes putting together a modern football structure is quite frankly drinking the koolaid.


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On the face of it we are very well run..

However, if you actually delve deeper into the footballing structure it's in dire need of modernisation.

The fear for me is, the board are reluctant to change a 'winning formula' that's brought incredible domestic success and improvement in Europe(this season at least) and I do understand to an extent.. if we were to give a DoF full autonomy for example, it would need to be the correct appointment. And isn't without risk. As we'd be looking for someone with DoF experience as well as understanding the intricate nature of Celtic and the restrictions of Scottish football, while attempting to act and perform like an elite European Club - Difficult to find, if not impossible.

It is a chance we need to take though and it's the time to do it.. if we react too late we'll be playing catch up with other peer European sides, if we're not already. Thinking of Brugge and the Dutch clubs.

And if the Huns get their act together with new ownership, domestically could quickly become an issue if we don’t continue to build, improve and modernise.

 

I think a dof makes sense now as the football department has grown you have the b team first team and women’s team


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