Yesterday afternoon the Birmingham Mail reported that they understood that West Bromwich Albion were now ready to turn Darren Moore’s caretaker position into a permanent one ahead of the 2018/19 Championship campaign.
Looks like a lot of fans – and players – will get their wish. #wba https://t.co/YUAUbUAxvZ
— Paul Suart (@PaulSuartWBA) May 17, 2018
With plenty of fans not being shy in announcing their desire for the club legend to take the role on in a permanent manner, the response to this news hasn’t been quite as many probably expected it to be, as caution has certainly crept in given how big a year the club faces next season.
The big year isn’t just an attempt to bounce back to the top flight at the first time of asking, with financial issues as referenced previously by chief executive Mark Jenkins, there will also naturally be worries of ‘doing a Sunderland’ if money becomes more important than performances.
The concerns expressed about Moore are certainly valid ones. Even then, it’s nothing that can’t be addressed with the appointment of a more experienced assistant gaffer and one that fits with him and his current backroom boys.
Not all fans. Massive gamble. Do not see why players should have a bearing, given their performances this year.
Cheap option in my opinion, as much as I love Big Dave…— Mark Cad (@mcad1970) May 17, 2018
Love Big Dave too, but in agreement with much of what you've said. If he does get the job (it hasn't been categorically confirmed yet) it's gonna be a big big summer for Terraneo and the recruitment team.
— Paul Suart (@PaulSuartWBA) May 17, 2018
If he has the job, I will support him obviously and he needs the chance to show what he can do. However, I am worried he only knows the Pulis way. Look at our possession, shots and style in the games he was in charge. My biggest worry is who knows which players to sign….
— Mark Cad (@mcad1970) May 17, 2018
Really don’t get the negative responses. Local, legend, got awful players winning again, humble. I for one don’t want another pulis/Pardew/allardyce/redknapp/ also ran. Time for something different. Time for big Dave. Good luck big man. #wba
— Leon Tromans (@MickyMellon1) May 17, 2018
I love him, but in my opinion, in such a huge year for the club we need someone who has been there done it in the championship. Smith would have been ideal. Hope i’m proved wrong
— Ant Lowe (@antlowe) May 17, 2018
Will support him 100%, but its a massive gamble. As for players, half of those supporting him will go so its irrelevant really. Need a good director of football to help out I think.
— John Russell (@Baggiejohn1) May 17, 2018
Love Big dave. Wrong decision though
— Ashley Small (@Asmall92) May 17, 2018
Please get an experienced head alongside him , and we can’t afford any bad buys or anymore tactical howlers such as jrod wide right ? Or gregorwhathisname playing instead of Yacob ,, simple , COYB
— Bal (@BalWBA35) May 17, 2018
Massive gamble hope it works out ????
— allan stevens (@musebag2101) May 17, 2018
As this turns from speculation into possible reality, it’s fair to say as it garners more comments I’d be amazed if more didn’t re-bang his drum and point out the job he did in stabilising us to give us a shot of survival given how buried we appeared to be.
Everyone has to get their break somewhere and football shows sometimes the right man at the right club can achieve wonders.
If he gets the job as plenty wish, let’s hope it’s one of those stories.
