Scott Parker Fulham
Posted in2022-2023-Season Daily News

#PLStories- AFC Bournemouth’s owner Maxim Demin issues controversial statement on Scott Parker’s departure #AFCB

August 30, 2022
CHERRIES owner Maxim Demin shared that the decision to part ways with head coach Scott Parker stemmed from a difference in views on the "strategy to run the club sustainably." This morning Cherries announced that Parker would be departing the Vitality Stadium just over a year after his appointment, after three losses from the club's first four Premier League games. In numerous interviews, Parker repeatedly stressed that his side needed further reinforcements, citing that there were a "million different reasons" Cherries had not strengthened over the summer. Demin also seemed to suggest that Parker did not "show belief in and respect for one another". Speaking to the club's website, Demin shared: “I would like to place on record my gratitude to Scott and his team for their efforts during their time with us. “Our promotion back to the Premier League last season under his tenure will always be remembered as one of the most successful seasons in our history. “However, in order for us to keep progressing as a team and a Club as a whole, it is unconditional that we are aligned in our strategy to run the club sustainably. “We must also show belief in and respect for one another. “That is the approach that has brought this club so much success in recent history, and one that we will not veer from now. Our search for a new head coach will begin immediately.” Gary O'Neil has stepped into the breach to serve as interim manager, with development squad coaches Shaun Cooper and Tommy Elphick assisting. Cherries are next in action tomorrow, when they host Wolves at the Vitality Stadium (kick-off 7.30pm).
Sean Dyche Burnley
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Sean Dyche’s message to Burnley fans following Turf Moor exit #BURNLEYFC

April 22, 2022
SEAN Dyche says Burnley has become “a huge part” of his life following his departure from Turf Moor. The Clarets parted ways with Dyche and his backroom staff last week as they bid to maintain their Premier League status. The 50-year-old spent nine-and-a-half years in East Lancashire, winning two promotions from the Championship and even qualifying for Europe. “I would like to thank the people of Burnley and fans of the club for their incredible kindness and support since I joined the club in 2012,” read a statement via the League Managers Association. “The town has become a huge part of my life, and myself and my family thank you for everything we have all experienced together during my time as manager. Amongst the many challenges, there have been some truly incredible times, which are never to be forgotten. “I would like to express my gratitude to all players and staff, past and present, for the hard work and commitment they have shown throughout my time at the club. The memories of promotion campaigns, European travels and competing against some of the best teams in the world will always stay with me. “I would also like to thank the directors and owners who I have worked with for their help over the past decade. The club has changed so much during this time, with improvements across the infrastructure, training ground and academy ensuring the future of the club is protected both on and off the pitch. “The successes and building process from where the club was, to where it is now has been by no means by myself. The help of so many people has made it happen and I thank them all, particularly my football staff who have worked so diligently over the years. “Finally, I would like to thank people across football who have been so positive about my career in recent days. I appreciate the kind words of my colleagues in the game and I look forward to the next phase of my career.” Clarets on social, plus take out a subscription... Keep up to date with our Burnley coverage on social media by joining us on Facebook and Twitter Gain unlimited access to the Lancashire Telegraph website with a premium digital subscription Or if you want the Telegraph newspaper delivered to your door, get in touch with our home delivery team or call us on 0800 953 0227
Sean Dyche Burnley
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- What Premier League managers said after Sean Dyche’s Burnley exit #BURNLEYFC #BHAFC #ARSENALFC #WATFORDFC #WHUFC

April 18, 2022
BURNLEY’S decision to part company with Sean Dyche shocked the footballing world, but what have his managerial counterparts had to say? "I am massively surprised. I don't know what happened behind the scenes but looking from the outside and as a Brentford head coach, there are a lot of things we can learn from a club like Burnley. “They were promoted, relegated and then promoted again and they have been here six or seven years in the Premier League. It is remarkable what they have done. “I think Sean Dyche deserves a lot of credit and they should build a statue of him outside Turf Moor because what he has done is incredible. “Every season, going into the Premier League with probably bottom three or bottom four budget and then still being able to compete and not just survive, but get at least a couple of top ten places is a fantastic, remarkable job. "Looking from the outside, I think they would have had a better chance keeping him to survive because he knows everything. But of course, I don’t know everything." Graham Potter, Brighton "I feel for a colleague, someone who I have a lot of respect for. It is never nice when someone loses their job of course, but we know these things happen in football. “I don't think he'll be out of work for long because the job he did at Burnley was fantastic. I think it is part of life. Sean is a big guy, he knows how it is. "The reality is there are more people to feel sorry for than Premier League managers but there is a pressure, an expectation. Sometimes it is fair, sometimes it is unfair - it goes with the territory. We know that when we go into it. “We know when results don't go well you are under pressure, you have got scrutiny. But it is part of the thing you sign up for and you have to deal with it." Roy Hodgson, Watford "Of all the people in the league, he would have been one of the ones I would have thought most likely to survive anything like this, so I have no idea what has happened. “Something must have happened because you don't part company with a manager like Sean Dyche after all the fantastic things he has done for that club over the last 10 years - he has built the club. "So I was surprised, shocked and disappointed too because I know Sean quite well and I admire him as coach and a manager. I didn't think that something like this would happen to him." Mikel Arteta, Arsenal "I only have words of praise because what he has done at the club over the last 10 years is phenomenal. "He gave the club a really clear identity, he has managed to keep the team, with one of the smallest budgets, consistently in the league. I wish him the best of luck and as always with colleagues, it is sad when you see those decisions." David Moyes, West Ham "I am shocked and a little bit surprised as well. I think Sean has done such a great job and established Burnley in the Premier League over many years. “Over recent times, Burnley have been a very difficult team to play against and most of that has been done by Sean." Patrick Vieira, Crystal Palace "It was quite surprising. There is no doubt about the work he has been doing at Burnley in the last 10 years, but this is the industry we are living in. “It is difficult to see a manager losing his position, but this is the world that we are in and as difficult as it is, that is the way it is."
Graham Potter Brighton
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Dan Ashworth speaks about decision to leave Brighton #BHAFC

February 12, 2022
Dan Ashworth looks forward to seeing Albion go from strength to strength after stepping down as technical director. Ashworth has spoken to the club’s website about his decision to resign. He said he leaves with a heavy heart but hopes to see Albion maintain their “outstanding progress” under chairman Tony Bloom. Ashworth’s resignation was announced on Monday. He told brightonandhovealbion.com: “I have been lucky that the club have allowed me two days to have a handover, to speak to all the staff, to say goodbye. “I was allowed a moment with the team yesterday and genuinely said to them that this is probably the best group of players I have had the privilege of working with in terms of culture and togetherness. They’re a joy to work with. “That’s pretty much the same message for the staff as well, the phrase I have used quite regularly is, ‘if you don’t want to do a day’s work in your life, get a job you enjoy’ and that’s been me, that’s been me for the last three-and-a-half years at Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club. “It’s been absolutely brilliant, I have loved every minute of it. I leave with a heavy heart, I genuinely do and I will be watching the progress of the club, hoping the club go from strength-to-strength and continue the outstanding progress the club has made with Tony as chairman. “So a huge thank you to everyone, players, staff, supporters and the city, I have had a wonderful time.” Ashworth said David Weir, now acting technical director, is a strong candidate to take over on a more permanent basis. He added: “What hasn’t changed is Tony Bloom and Paul Barber were here before me and they still are, that hasn’t changed. “Paul Winstanley, from a recruitment point of view, and John Morling, in the academy, were both here before me and are still here. “It’s not about wholesale changes and a load of new staff coming in. Those systems and principals were in place. “I was the first technical director at Brighton so what I hope I have done is sit as the hub in the wheel and just bring it together and I have no doubt David will do the same.”
Graham Potter Brighton
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Graham Potter gives his reaction on technical director Dan Ashworth exit #BHAFC

February 11, 2022
Graham Potter says Dan Ashworth faced “a really tough decision” before leaving Albion. But he has backed the club to continue to progress despite his departure. Ashworth handed in his resignation as technical director this week. He is expected to take up a similar role at Newcastle United. Ashworth has been at the club for almost three years and was involved in Potter’s arrival as head coach in 2019. Potter said today: “Of course (I am) disappointed because Dan was a colleague, he was a friend, he was someone I respected a lot. Of course I still respect him. EVAN FERGUSON ON TARGET IN FA YOUTH CUP WIN “He has been an important person at the football club but these things happen. It’s life. “We are at a really well run football club, which doesn’t rely on one person, as important as they are. “We move forward as a club together and we take on the challenge of life without Dan as best we can.” David Weir has stepped in as acting technical director. Potter added: “As you can imagine I had lots of calls with Dan, lots of conversations with him. “I understood his situation. “I think it was a really tough decision for him. “He has got his family, he has got his reasons. “Then you have to respect Dan is a grown man, he is a very intelligent man. “He understands what he has got here. “At the same time he has got another opportunity so you have to respect that in life. “I respect Dan, I respect what he has done for the club, I respect his decision. “But I know this club does not rely on one person. “It’s a real collective strength that we have and that’s what I think will take us through. “I’m looking forward to working with David Weir and we will go from there."
Claudio Ranieri
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Watford club provide reasons for sacking Claudio Ranieri #WATFORDFC

January 25, 2022
WATFORD have sacked boss Claudio Ranieri after just 16 weeks in the hot seat. The well-travelled Italian signed a two-year deal at Vicarage Road in October, replacing Xisco Munoz with the side 15th, having taken seven points from their first seven Premier League games. But Ranieri only managed to double that points tally during his 13 top-flight matches in charge and has been sacked by Watford after 112 days. During his time at Watford, Ranieri presided over a 1-0 defeat to Saints in October, Che Adams scoring the only goal. Saints are due to welcome Watford to St Mary's on March 12. The Hornets languish in 19th place in the Premier League and sit just two points above bottom-placed Burnley, who have two games in hand on the Hertfordshire side. The relegation rivals will go toe-to-toe in a rearranged encounter at Turf Moor this weekend, with last Friday’s chastening 3-0 home loss to struggling Norwich the final straw for the Watford hierarchy. A club statement read: “Watford Football Club confirms the departure of head coach Claudio Ranieri. “The Hornets’ board recognises Claudio as a man of great integrity and honour, who will always be respected here at Vicarage Road for his efforts in leading the team with dignity. “However the board feels that, with nearly half of the Premier League campaign remaining, a change in the head coach position now will give a new appointment sufficient time to work with a talented squad to achieve the immediate goal of retaining Premier League status. “No further club comment will be made until this new appointment is confirmed in due course.” Ranieri has had a varied management career, with Watford the fourth different Premier League club he has managed. The 70-year-old spent time in charge of Chelsea and Fulham, but is best known for his incredible job at the Leicester helm. Tipped for relegation and priced by bookmakers at 5,000-1 to win the title, Ranieri oversaw one of the greatest-ever sporting triumphs by leading the unfancied Foxes to the Premier League crown in 2015-16.
Leo Ostigard
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Brighton defender Leo Ostigard joins Andriy Shevchenko‘s Genoa on loan #BHAFC

January 6, 2022
DEFENDER Leo Ostigard has been recalled from his spell with Stoke City and is moving to Serie A side Genoa on loan for the rest of the season. The 22-year-old made 13 Championship appearances for the Potters, scoring once in a 3-1 victory at Swansea City. Albion's pathway development manager David Weir said: “Leo has made excellent progress during his loan spells in the second tier in Germany and here in the Championship, with Coventry and Stoke, but this gives him the chance to play at the top level. “It is an excellent opportunity to play in the top division of Italian football, against some of Europe's top teams, and we will be monitoring his progress out in Italy.” Ostigard signed for Albion from Molde in 2018, before spending the 2019/20 campaign on loan with German second division side St Pauli. That was followed by a successful 2020/21 campaign with Coventry City, where he helped Mark Robins’ side maintain their Championship status having returned to the second tier after an eight-year absence.
Jose Izquierdo Brighton
Posted in2020-2021-Season Daily News

#PLStories- #JoseIzquierdo to leave Brighton when his contract expires #BHAFC

June 5, 2021
Jose Izquierdo will leave Brighton when his contract expires at the end of this month. The 28-year-old joined in August 2017 from Belgian giants Club Brugge. He played an important part in helping them stay in the Premier League in his debut season making 32 appearances, scoring five goals and getting four assists. Those five goals included two great strikes against West Ham. However over the last two seasons Izquierdo has been hampered by a serious knee injury, which led to him missing a chunk of the 2018/19 season as well as the whole of the 2019/20 season. In October Izquierdo made his return from injury for Albion’s Under-23’s and scored the winner against West Ham. He went on to play a further four matches for the 23’s over the next month. But Izquierdo’s comeback was then halted as he suffered a thigh injury. He worked his way back to full fitness and made his first appearance for Albion since June 2019, as he came off the bench in April against Sheffield United. Albion’s technical director Dan Ashworth said: “Jose has been unfortunate with injury over the last couple of years. “But he played a key role in helping the club establish itself in the Premier League and he has always been a positive presence around the squad. “We wish him all the best for the future and thank him for his services to the club.”
Sean Dyche Burnley
Posted in2020-2021-Season Daily News

#PLStories – #RobbieBrady admits regret on career with Burnley #BurnleyFC

May 28, 2021
BURNLEY have confirmed Robbie Brady is leaving the club at the end of his contract. The winger – the Clarets' record signing when he arrived from Norwich in January 2017 – departs having made 87 appearances for the club. The 29-year-old has however seen his time at the club blighted by injury, a serious knee issue derailing his progress after helping Burnley qualify for Europe back in 2018. Despite his frustrations, Brady has nothing but kind words for all those he is leaving behind at Turf Moor. “I would have loved if things had gone better at times, because I always backed myself to do well and help the lads out wherever I can," he said. "It was difficult in that respect but it's been brilliant and a big learning curve for me. “I just want to thank the lads and thank everyone for giving me this opportunity. I learned a hell of a lot over the last few years and a lot about myself. “I also want to thank the fans for making me feel so welcome. It's such a family club and they get right behind the lads as we've seen over the last few seasons. “It's been a phenomenal time and I'm so happy to say that I feel I have played a part in Burnley's history, which I'll always look back fondly on. “I have had a lot of good times - and a few bad times personally - but these things happen and I wish the lads all the best. I'm sure they're going to kick on again like we have done over the last number of years. I'm sad to go but it's a part of my career I look back on fondly, along with the people I've met.”