Sordell: 'Watford will always be home' (From Watford Observer)
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Home again: Marvin Sordell refused to celebrate 'out of respect' for Watford
1:02pm Monday 4th February 2013 in Watford FC News
By Frank Smith, Deputy Group Sports Editor
Marvin Sordell refused to celebrate after his goal on Saturday. Picture: Action Images
Marvin Sordell admits Watford will "always be home" and said he refused to celebrate his goal at the weekend out of respect for the club and their fans.
Sordell signed for Watford as a teenager after he was released by Fulham and scored 27 goals in 81 appearances for the Hornets' first team.
The England Under-21 striker was sold to Bolton Wanderers by former owner Laurence Bassini on the final day of the January transfer window last year.
Saturday was the first time Sordell has played against Watford at Vicarage Road since he left the club and he opened the scoring from the penalty spot.
Sordell said: "Watford is probably always going to be home to me because I'm from around here, my friends and family live around here and it's always going to be a special place for me.
"I'm glad I got a good reception because I know a few people go back to their old clubs and get booed.
"I didn't want to celebrate when I scored, purely out of respect."
He continued: "It felt a bit strange running out to warm up on the opposite side; it's something I've not been used to doing so it was a bit strange. It's changed a bit around here so it's a bit strange but it's good coming back."
As expected, Sordell was heckled as he went to take his penalty but the striker said: "Of course I did - it's the banter of the game and they don't want me to score. I just tried to keep calm, choose my spot and put it there."
Sordell spent several years at Watford in their under-18s, reserves and first team and played with a number of the current Hornets squad.
"I still speak to quite a few of the boys," Sordell said. "They wished me luck today before the game and hoped that I scored but they were still hoping to be on the winning side of course.
"They're doing very well and I'm pleased for them. I wish them all the best in the future."
He added: "I think what is happening at the club now is good for the fans - I think they're enjoying the way they're playing. There have been a lot of changes and I think it's exciting for the fans and the players."
Comments(50)
D.unstable
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1:12pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Bush Hornet
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1:14pm Mon 4 Feb 13
SDamani
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1:15pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Top stuff Sordell.
lutondown
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1:15pm Mon 4 Feb 13
But good luck to him, he'd be a good back up to out current team.
lockerbiehornet
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1:22pm Mon 4 Feb 13
s.com/football/news/
12691/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
lutondown
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1:25pm Mon 4 Feb 13
lockerbiehornet wrote:Saw this too! Yes please, if only to keep the doubting Thomas's out of ammunition to attack the new regime
http://www1.skysport
s.com/football/news/
12691/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
Holly68
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1:43pm Mon 4 Feb 13
He is still quality
mellow yellow
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1:56pm Mon 4 Feb 13
buckler
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2:10pm Mon 4 Feb 13
SDamani wrote:Oh didn't you hear Loach has blue blood! Well done marvin.
If only Scott Loach could take a lesson from Marv about the etiquette when visiting an former club!
Top stuff Sordell.
oxheypaul
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2:11pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Might be worth remembering when everyone starts clapping him on Friday and, inevitably, he thanks us again by scoring for Palarse.
I'd have Sordell back like a shot though....
mk6 hornet
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3:11pm Mon 4 Feb 13
.There is always one i suppose.
Respect to sordell for not celebrating and well played bolton they are a good side we had to work very hard for that win.
Harry's Bar
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3:17pm Mon 4 Feb 13
adeyfieldhorn
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3:19pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Thats why he won't ever get a good reception from me.
Great player
But a p...k
Sorry only my PO
petsoundsnick
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3:22pm Mon 4 Feb 13
lutondown wrote:Will not happen as no club is allowed to sign "loan" players until the summer now that the transfer window has closed.
lockerbiehornet wrote:Saw this too! Yes please, if only to keep the doubting Thomas's out of ammunition to attack the new regime
http://www1.skysport
s.com/football/news/
12691/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
Theoretically, Udinese could release Vydra and others from their contract and we sign them on a free but very unlikely to happen.
Of course, all players could sign a pre-agreement with WFC but nothing would be announced until July 1st when next transfer window opens.
lutondown
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3:23pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Hornet Cornet
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3:28pm Mon 4 Feb 13
lutondown
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3:29pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Hornet Cornet wrote:Yes, absolutely dear Lear
Can we not just talk about the current players instead of the ex-players. Sordell showed respect, which is great. End of. Move on or I'll hit you with some long overdue poetry my fwends.
mk6 hornet
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3:30pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Anyone see the fat lump luton signed from fleetwood steve Mcnulty you have not seeing anything until you see him it is comical
Eastsussexhornet
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3:35pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Harry's Bar wrote:Ha ha. Just for you......wait for it......good!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Eastsussexhornet
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3:37pm Mon 4 Feb 13
lutondown wrote:You really are a case aren't you? Laughable really.
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
lutondown
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3:38pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Which ways the wind blowing ESH? One thing for sure that's the way you'll roll.
lutondown wrote:You really are a case aren't you? Laughable really.
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Man up
Eastsussexhornet
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3:49pm Mon 4 Feb 13
lutondown wrote:Well, whatever. One things for sure, I have run out of steam on that one.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Which ways the wind blowing ESH? One thing for sure that's the way you'll roll.
lutondown wrote:You really are a case aren't you? Laughable really.
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Man up
Ok, in an attempt to revert to proper discussion instead of shooting broadsides all day, here's your chance to instruct me on something (and anyone else can join in this cosy chat if they like!)....how can we sign Vydra "this week" after the transfer window has closed? (ref. http://www1.skysport
s.com/football/news/
11686/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
). Is it because negotiations got to a certain point or becasue you can sign players already on loan?
Hornet Cornet
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3:55pm Mon 4 Feb 13
I thank you
HC
petsoundsnick
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4:23pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Its because Sky Sports do not understand the rules...
lutondown wrote:Well, whatever. One things for sure, I have run out of steam on that one.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Which ways the wind blowing ESH? One thing for sure that's the way you'll roll.
lutondown wrote:You really are a case aren't you? Laughable really.
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Man up
Ok, in an attempt to revert to proper discussion instead of shooting broadsides all day, here's your chance to instruct me on something (and anyone else can join in this cosy chat if they like!)....how can we sign Vydra "this week" after the transfer window has closed? (ref. http://www1.skysport
s.com/football/news/
11686/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
). Is it because negotiations got to a certain point or becasue you can sign players already on loan?
We are not allowed to sign any players on permenant deals until the next window as they are all under contract with Udinese.
As I mentioned above, the only theoretical way this could happen is if Udinese release them on a free and WFC sign them as a free transfer. This is very unlikely to happen so do not expect to hear anything concrete until the summer. Of course, players could agree to join but it would not be official until July 1st.
I predict I will end up posting this message every day until the summer as I am sure I will read a "For gods sake Zola you fool why haven't we signed Vydra up yet?" post on a daily basis from now on.....
Eastsussexhornet
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4:29pm Mon 4 Feb 13
petsoundsnick wrote:Yes quite. I know the feeling. Anyway, thanks for clarifying. As I thought, unfortunately.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Its because Sky Sports do not understand the rules...
lutondown wrote:Well, whatever. One things for sure, I have run out of steam on that one.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Which ways the wind blowing ESH? One thing for sure that's the way you'll roll.
lutondown wrote:You really are a case aren't you? Laughable really.
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Man up
Ok, in an attempt to revert to proper discussion instead of shooting broadsides all day, here's your chance to instruct me on something (and anyone else can join in this cosy chat if they like!)....how can we sign Vydra "this week" after the transfer window has closed? (ref. http://www1.skysport
s.com/football/news/
11686/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
). Is it because negotiations got to a certain point or becasue you can sign players already on loan?
We are not allowed to sign any players on permenant deals until the next window as they are all under contract with Udinese.
As I mentioned above, the only theoretical way this could happen is if Udinese release them on a free and WFC sign them as a free transfer. This is very unlikely to happen so do not expect to hear anything concrete until the summer. Of course, players could agree to join but it would not be official until July 1st.
I predict I will end up posting this message every day until the summer as I am sure I will read a "For gods sake Zola you fool why haven't we signed Vydra up yet?" post on a daily basis from now on.....
akureyri
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4:37pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Rooky wgc
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4:46pm Mon 4 Feb 13
mk6 hornet
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4:51pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Rooky wgc wrote:I think mourinho will go back there tbh.
Some Chelsea fans tell me they hope to sign Zola in the summer. Gulp.
lutondown
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4:57pm Mon 4 Feb 13
petsoundsnick wrote:And also these players belong to Pozzo, they'll play wherever they'll best serve.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Its because Sky Sports do not understand the rules...
lutondown wrote:Well, whatever. One things for sure, I have run out of steam on that one.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Which ways the wind blowing ESH? One thing for sure that's the way you'll roll.
lutondown wrote:You really are a case aren't you? Laughable really.
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Man up
Ok, in an attempt to revert to proper discussion instead of shooting broadsides all day, here's your chance to instruct me on something (and anyone else can join in this cosy chat if they like!)....how can we sign Vydra "this week" after the transfer window has closed? (ref. http://www1.skysport
s.com/football/news/
11686/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
). Is it because negotiations got to a certain point or becasue you can sign players already on loan?
We are not allowed to sign any players on permenant deals until the next window as they are all under contract with Udinese.
As I mentioned above, the only theoretical way this could happen is if Udinese release them on a free and WFC sign them as a free transfer. This is very unlikely to happen so do not expect to hear anything concrete until the summer. Of course, players could agree to join but it would not be official until July 1st.
I predict I will end up posting this message every day until the summer as I am sure I will read a "For gods sake Zola you fool why haven't we signed Vydra up yet?" post on a daily basis from now on.....
lutondown
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4:59pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Sorry mate, I don't think Roman gives a hoot what the fans want otherwise Benetiz would never be head coach.
petsoundsnick wrote:Yes quite. I know the feeling. Anyway, thanks for clarifying. As I thought, unfortunately.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Its because Sky Sports do not understand the rules...
lutondown wrote:Well, whatever. One things for sure, I have run out of steam on that one.
Eastsussexhornet wrote:Which ways the wind blowing ESH? One thing for sure that's the way you'll roll.
lutondown wrote:You really are a case aren't you? Laughable really.
Harry's Bar wrote:Whatever he says he'll change for the popular view!
EastSussexHornet do you have a view on Sordell? I have no idea which way you are going to go, good player or @*#" %$.
Man up
Ok, in an attempt to revert to proper discussion instead of shooting broadsides all day, here's your chance to instruct me on something (and anyone else can join in this cosy chat if they like!)....how can we sign Vydra "this week" after the transfer window has closed? (ref. http://www1.skysport
s.com/football/news/
11686/8469501/Watfor
d-boss-Gianfranco-Zo
la-hopes-to-sign-Mat
ej-Vydra-permanently
). Is it because negotiations got to a certain point or becasue you can sign players already on loan?
We are not allowed to sign any players on permenant deals until the next window as they are all under contract with Udinese.
As I mentioned above, the only theoretical way this could happen is if Udinese release them on a free and WFC sign them as a free transfer. This is very unlikely to happen so do not expect to hear anything concrete until the summer. Of course, players could agree to join but it would not be official until July 1st.
I predict I will end up posting this message every day until the summer as I am sure I will read a "For gods sake Zola you fool why haven't we signed Vydra up yet?" post on a daily basis from now on.....
Anyway I think GFZ has a say in this, don't you?
Hampshire hornet
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5:08pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Day 1
SAHornet
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5:19pm Mon 4 Feb 13
akureyri wrote:Nail on the head matey. I always thought exactly the same thing. Anyone that works as hard as our Danny, deserves the success - first move 3.5m, second move 5m, third move...????
The times I saw Marvin he did well for a few minutes but appeared to be lazy. I can only imagine what he would be like with Danny Grahams effort.
lutondown
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5:22pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Hampshire hornet wrote:Ha ha. It would be funny Bri, if it wasn't true! We should have a sign outside the ground that says 'tools R us'
For Gods sake Zola, why haven't you signed up Vydra yet? ...
Day 1
Back from Hammerau
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6:07pm Mon 4 Feb 13
mk6 hornet wrote:Why would he want to go there?
Rooky wgc wrote: Some Chelsea fans tell me they hope to sign Zola in the summer. Gulp.I think mourinho will go back there tbh.
The last ex-player to manage them was sacked after the first couple of defeats, despite winning a couple of trophies.
Much more sensible to build a reputation by sticking with us for a couple of years and have a chance of bing offered jobs with slightly more security than at Stamford Bridge.
Bush Hornet
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6:14pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Back from Hammerau wrote:Spot on. Makes sense to us. Just hope misplaced sentiment for a club he did so well at doesn't get the better of him.
mk6 hornet wrote:Why would he want to go there?
Rooky wgc wrote: Some Chelsea fans tell me they hope to sign Zola in the summer. Gulp.I think mourinho will go back there tbh.
The last ex-player to manage them was sacked after the first couple of defeats, despite winning a couple of trophies.
Much more sensible to build a reputation by sticking with us for a couple of years and have a chance of bing offered jobs with slightly more security than at Stamford Bridge.
mellow yellow
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6:22pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Also, H was a legend for us. A one hundred percent player every game, but he rubbed it in when scoring for Fulham way more than Phillips ever did. Does that mean I didn't welcome him back when he returned on loan... Of course not.
Boosey
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7:03pm Mon 4 Feb 13
As for the quote; Watford will always be home ,, but there is more money in Bolton! Hey! he's only human and good luck to him.
Boosey
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7:05pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Boosey wrote:And as other posts have said; If only he put the same effort in as Danny did.
Sordell was just following the fashion of most ex players when they score against their old club. As for the quote; Watford will always be home ,, but there is more money in Bolton! Hey! he's only human and good luck to him.
lutondown
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7:32pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Boosey wrote:All part of our history now. Onwards and hopefully upwards. I don't think he'd get in our best 11
Boosey wrote:And as other posts have said; If only he put the same effort in as Danny did.
Sordell was just following the fashion of most ex players when they score against their old club. As for the quote; Watford will always be home ,, but there is more money in Bolton! Hey! he's only human and good luck to him.
gloryhornet4
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7:36pm Mon 4 Feb 13
SDamani wrote:and pray what respect was SL shown.
If only Scott Loach could take a lesson from Marv about the etiquette when visiting an former club!
Top stuff Sordell.
gloryhornet4
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7:43pm Mon 4 Feb 13
Holly68 wrote:I gather he went on transfer day as his agent, no doubt to get his payday, threatened that he would get MS to run his contract down and WFC get pennies under Bosman.
I'd give Bolton their money back and bring Marvin back "home"
He is still quality
micksolly
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9:09pm Mon 4 Feb 13
StuWFC
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11:28pm Mon 4 Feb 13
micksolly wrote:I think if we got into the PL he would more than likely be back up to who ever we would buy in to partner Vydra, I doubt (as much as I want him to be) good enough to play their. He could come on and make a good impact sub though, work rate personified.
I am a bit concerned about Deeney who I understand is out of contract at the end of the season. As he has not signed an extension I think he can start talking to other clubs.
Holly68
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11:50pm Mon 4 Feb 13
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@Observer_Owl #WatfordFC All the Watford goals this season so far up to Forest Away
Cut and paste into browser
Scroll down to see ALL WATFORD's goals this season to music up to inc Forest Away
Tonytheaceman
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4:39am Tue 5 Feb 13
SDamani wrote:I wonder how Adrian will behave next season (unless the Royals get relegated)
If only Scott Loach could take a lesson from Marv about the etiquette when visiting an former club! Top stuff Sordell.
northofwatfordpete
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9:07am Tue 5 Feb 13
Harry's Bar
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10:16am Tue 5 Feb 13
Bush Hornet wrote:Money talks. If someone offers to double your salary you start listening, whoever you are. Sad but true.
Back from Hammerau wrote:Spot on. Makes sense to us. Just hope misplaced sentiment for a club he did so well at doesn't get the better of him.mk6 hornet wrote:Why would he want to go there? The last ex-player to manage them was sacked after the first couple of defeats, despite winning a couple of trophies. Much more sensible to build a reputation by sticking with us for a couple of years and have a chance of bing offered jobs with slightly more security than at Stamford Bridge.Rooky wgc wrote: Some Chelsea fans tell me they hope to sign Zola in the summer. Gulp.I think mourinho will go back there tbh.
Harry's Bar
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10:29am Tue 5 Feb 13
micksolly wrote:In all the fuss about Vydra that Deeney didn't sign his contract was rather overlooked. It could backfire Troy, if you let your agent push it too far.
I am a bit concerned about Deeney who I understand is out of contract at the end of the season. As he has not signed an extension I think he can start talking to other clubs.
Harrydownunder
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11:12am Tue 5 Feb 13
Bush Hornet wrote:Look what happened to judas when he went to reading!
Back from Hammerau wrote:Spot on. Makes sense to us. Just hope misplaced sentiment for a club he did so well at doesn't get the better of him.
mk6 hornet wrote:Why would he want to go there?
Rooky wgc wrote: Some Chelsea fans tell me they hope to sign Zola in the summer. Gulp.I think mourinho will go back there tbh.
The last ex-player to manage them was sacked after the first couple of defeats, despite winning a couple of trophies.
Much more sensible to build a reputation by sticking with us for a couple of years and have a chance of bing offered jobs with slightly more security than at Stamford Bridge.
jasonwatford says...
1:11pm Mon 4 Feb 13