Calderwood (hasn't really) Quits Forest (yet)

[Batch]

Just heard on Radio Nottingham (midnight news) that hes resigned to take up the Swindon hotseat, as far as they are aware the deal is without a pay off or compensation involved. they also said that reports are sketchy until further news comes in but the two clubs have reached agreement tonight.

Nice try triseros you forker.

[Peter Venkman]

I have a feeling it may well be Speed.

[Sussex]

Fuck knows what to think anymore!

[@MacPhlea]

Nice try triseros you forker.

Oi! Classic case of mistaken identity - nothing to do with me...

[Sippo]

With Nick Watkins on the radio this morning, the way he was talking it is Richard Money. He hasn't the WOW factor. Everytime I see his face I think what a miserable cunt.

[herthab]

I'd be happy with Money.

At the moment though, I'd be happy with anyone.

[Power to people]

Yea Watkins says it is between 2 now and thre board have identified their top target and hope to reach agreement today

Ther person in question have experience of L1, Championship & Premier but not necersarily as a manager

Now Speed has never played at L1 level that that must rule him out,

Calderwood has managed in L1, Championship and played in the premier so I wouldn't discount him still

Money has only managed at L1 & L2 in england, never played in premier or championship  - although would have under their previous titles

Watkins also said the person(s) that they want will have stfc running through them if you cut them open they will not be coming here as a stepping stone but to because they beleive they can get the club back to where it belongs, but they haven't got that 'wow' factor.

I'm more confused than ever now.....

From the WDP:

Swindon Town are on the brink of bringing their long search for a manager to a conclusion.
The saga took another twist yesterday afternoon when the three men shortlisted to succeed Maurice Malpas in the County Ground dugout was reduced to two after the candidate Town had been courting since the weekend was ruled out of the race.
It is understood that compensation could not be agreed with the club in question, but Town directors Nick Watkins and Jeremy Wray immediately set off for talks with one of the two final candidates yesterday evening.
They were set to offer that man the job at the meeting last night and are hoping to complete the formalities with his club this morning in time to make an official announcement this afternoon.
Watkins was unwilling to reveal who they were going to meet last night, but did say: "I'm very excited about the two people still under consideration and think either would do a good job.
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"I'm not interested in the 'wow' factor with this appointment and I'm not interested in what people have done in the past, I'm more concerned with what they will do in the future.
"We've got a three year plan to be consolidated in the

[Tails]

I don't have a clue anymore. Sounds more like Calderwood than Money though.

[jimbob]

i'm off up to wanbro this morning coz I reckon whoever it is will be watching the boys train so I'll keep you posted...

[STFC_Gazza]

FROM ADVER

CALDERWOOD SEEMS TO FIT...

THE next manager of Swindon Town was finally identified by the club’s board of directors last night, with the successful candidate expected to be unveiled before Saturday’s League One clash with Yeovil.
Chief executive Nick Watkins yesterday confirmed there were still two names in the running, and that a final decision would be taken during a late night conference call with chairman Andrew Fitton, who is in America on business.
Watkins declined to answer any questions about the identity of the candidates, other than to say it would be a tough call between two men “desperate” for the job.
“We are down to two, and hopefully after a discussion with Andrew we will be in a position to begin the process of engaging with the chosen individual’s club, with a view to them accepting this appointment and being released from where they are,” Watkins said.
“(The next manager) isn’t going to be a wow, wow, wow factor today, but I firmly believe it will be a wow, wow and extra wow factor tomorrow.
“I think the person will deliver, excite, enthuse and engage with the fans, the press, the community and the club.
“We’ve gone for someone who’s got experience of working in the Championship, of working in League One, possibly had experience in League Two, and maybe as an added bonus working in the Premiership, not necessarily in a managerial capacity.
“They have sniffed the high octane of the Premier League or the higher echelons of the Championship.
“If you’ve been infected by that, and you know what it tastes like, you want to get back there. We want somebody who can do that.”
Watkins revealed it was improbable that the new manager would be unveiled today, however when questioned, Fitton appeared more confident of a quick resolution to the process.
Speaking yesterday, he said: “I would think it is possible that an appointment will be made tomorrow, although probably not in the morning.
“Tomorrow it is likely to be resolved, although I cannot rule anything in or out.
“It’s been a long and arduous process but I don’t apologise for that.
“It’s not necessarily about money any more. I think we are going into a different era, in terms of the people coming through, their credentials are being checked before any appointment.”
Former Town defender Colin Calderwood would appear to fit the criteria set out by Fitton and the County Ground board, although sources close to Nottingham Forest indicate he will still be in charge at the City Ground this weekend.
Sheffield United player-coach Gary Speed is another high-profile name to have been linked with the vacant Town post, although it is believed the former Welsh international is keen to continue playing at the highest level.
“I think one day Gary Speed would make a very good manager for somebody,” said Fitton.
“I think he will still be playing next season, and for as long as he can, then he will gradually make a move into management.
“He would probably make a lot more money in one year as a player than he would in maybe three years as a manager.”
Former Walsall boss Richard Money has not yet been ruled out of the race, although Fitton refused to be drawn on any names at this late stage.

[ScillyRed]

Warning Warning wind up alert  

[Samdy Gray]

Yea Watkins says it is between 2 now and thre board have identified their top target and hope to reach agreement today

Ther person in question have experience of L1, Championship & Premier but not necersarily as a manager

Now Speed has never played at L1 level that that must rule him out,

Calderwood has managed in L1, Championship and played in the premier so I wouldn't discount him still

Money has only managed at L1 & L2 in england, never played in premier or championship  - although would have under their previous titles

Watkins also said the person(s) that they want will have stfc running through them if you cut them open they will not be coming here as a stepping stone but to because they beleive they can get the club back to where it belongs, but they haven't got that 'wow' factor.

From the people mentioned, I'd reckon the only one that fits that description is Dave Hockaday.

[Luci]

So have we actually got someone or not or is it STILL between two candidates?

Watkins also said the person(s) that they want will have stfc running through them

Surely Calderwood is the only one that fits that description...

[janaage]

So have we actually got someone or not or is it STILL between two candidates?

Errrrrrrrrm, can we can back to you on that one?

[magicroundabout]

when i read the title i got quite excited tbh and now reading the Adver story it also does point to CC.

i would be happy with Money but i would be fucking excited by CC coming here