Ricketts was "indecisive" over his future in call - 'A lot of making up' if he stays

[jonesfach]

Just for information purposes..

Originally Posted by Ddraigoch View Post
Spoke to a number of ITK people last night

1. I think the rumour about GB confronting SDR is true as his reasoning was SDR was putting his so called mates at risk of being out of work and they were going really well.
2. There is abject disappointment amongst the backroom staff of the way SDR has gone about his business.
3. SDR has been given everything he has asked the Board for.
4. The Board were flabbergasted when they were contacted by STFC who confirmed they wanted to approach SDR and they knew the release clause and were prepared to meet it.
5. Questions were asked of SDR and he was aware of the approach!
6. SDR rang Geraint at 3pm stating it was his right to be at the game!

To my mind the Board have acted entirely properly and denied Ricketts what he obviously craves and that is publicity for himself. I am not sure if they realised how clever a move it was but he may be in a no win situation because his reputation is tarnished, he has nowhere to go if Shrewsbury don't/can't meet his wage demands and his mates have disowned him.

In all if this, the only people sticking up for him are his mates and former players and we all know about their loyalty!

GB has been an absolute epitome of loyalty but by the actions of SDR, he could be out of work by Monday! We could do worse than bringing someone in who is prepared to work with GB

We move on......

[Prodigal Dragon]

Originally Posted by WAFCExile

I agree 100% with this.

But given fact that Graham Barrow has already spoken with the Board about him not wanting to take over permanently suggests the Board thinks this has gone past the point of no return.

Agree with you on this point. Interesting that some fans would be willing to give Ricketts a second chance, provided he did 10 Hail Mary's and declared his undying love for Wrexham. Whilst few of us know the full truth, I suspect that too much water has flowed down the Gwenfro for his safe return. I could be wrong, but suspect the wheels are already in motion.

Graham Barrow comes across as a 'spade's a spade' type of bloke. He clearly wants to stay at Wrexham, but not as manager. Presumably, he will know many suitable candidates to replace Ricketts, which he can put forward to the Board. I am more confident that GB, CD and JJ can hold the fort short-term, allowing the Board time to get the best man in post for the January window. We have some massive games this month, so we need to repeat last night's performance, but with more goals - yes, those elusive, wee beasties!

In an ideal world, we need someone who has the potential to get us back into the FL, do well in the FL and stay loyal to the club in the process. Maybe 'Mr Illusive' doesn't exist, but I wanted Dennis Lawrence last time, so it will be interesting to see if he shows an interest. Barrow would certainly give him his experience whilst he learnt the ropes.

Makes Brexit seem tame and boring!

[Congy Red]

If Ricketts agent blabbed the release fee, a perfectly reasonable thing for an agent to do, then the reporting got ahead of itself, its possible Ricketts is only guilty of having an enthusiastic agent. Even if he had an interview, it only means he was weighing up his options.

I can understand the board's reaction partially, but what did they know that caused the decision? Ricketts surely didn't say he was definitely going, perhaps he admitted to contact with Shrewsbury prior to approval. Its difficult to understand what the board reacted to, surely not a press story?

[cardiffred]

Originally Posted by Congy Red

If Ricketts agent blabbed the release fee, a perfectly reasonable thing for an agent to do, then the reporting got ahead of itself, its possible Ricketts is only guilty of having an enthusiastic agent. Even if he had an interview, it only means he was weighing up his options.

I can understand the board's reaction partially, but what did they know that caused the decision? Ricketts surely didn't say he was definitely going, perhaps he admitted to contact with Shrewsbury prior to approval. Its difficult to understand what the board reacted to, surely not a press story?

The board's reaction was 100% spot on - they were only reacting to what had happened. Shrewsbury leaking stuff kick started the social media frezy. The board then, without assurances from SR that he was staying, only had one option.

[Red Light]

Originally Posted by benwilliams

Just watched interview what a top man Barrow is, should stipulate whoever comes in needs to work with him

Agree - Graham Barrow is coming out of this with top marks - Ricketts is now lower than a snakes belly and makes the Walsall Gnome look a saint.

Barrow might not want to be considered for the managers role but I hope he stays - proper footballing man with bags of experience - perhaps without the support of the likes of Barrow, Darlington and co Ricketts might not turn out to be as good as he thinks.

[WrexhamO]

29 minutes 30 seconds in.....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KngZSltAjm4

[jonesfach]

Originally Posted by Congy Red

If Ricketts agent blabbed the release fee, a perfectly reasonable thing for an agent to do, then the reporting got ahead of itself, its possible Ricketts is only guilty of having an enthusiastic agent. Even if he had an interview, it only means he was weighing up his options.

I can understand the board's reaction partially, but what did they know that caused the decision? Ricketts surely didn't say he was definitely going, perhaps he admitted to contact with Shrewsbury prior to approval. Its difficult to understand what the board reacted to, surely not a press story?

The mole it seems came from the leak to the Shropshire star ie screws side

[Zipper]

Fk sake ricketts is a cnut move on and get some manager in quick

[René Higuita]

Originally Posted by WrexhamO

29 minutes 30 seconds in.....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KngZSltAjm4

All fun and games to everyone their