In life, you usually get what you pay for.
Well, at least most of the time.
Of course, money can be foolishly spent.
It seems bizarre that the best-paid manager in Scottish football had previously only been an U18 coach for one year.
My information is that Mr Gerrard demanded pay parity with his old boss across the city.
As I have written before in 2018 Sevco acquired a global brand when they hired Mr Let’s Go.
The Sevco fans who had been pondering whether or not to renew their season tickets in the summer of 2018 were suddenly all aboard the Gerrard Express.
Choo choo!
Getting the ex-Liverpool and England captain to step into the Ibrox hotseat was a genuine coup.
However, signing a great player with no managerial experience doesn’t always have a happy outcome in Glasgow.
For a support that claims the title deeds on the word “loyal”, the Ibrox klanbase reminds me of those Third World states with the words “democratic” and “republic” in their name.
Almost always you find out that the place in question is a kleptocratic fiefdom owned by a vicious family who got lucky back in the day.
For the avoidance of doubt, some such families hide in plain sight with no need to pretend that the polity is in any way democratic.
The loyalty to Mr Gerrard shown on eight minutes last night did not last the match.
By the time the final whistle was sounded those left in Ibrox made their feelings known.
They should not have been that surprised as the club captain had told them in the programme that the team was a bunch of bottlers.
Last night in the stands and on the field, the Dunkirk Spirit was strong in them.
Another stumble at the weekend is entirely possible.
Dingwall is a difficult place for good teams.
For the avoidance of doubt, Sevco are not a good team,
Given his very generous remuneration package, Mr Gerrard is effectively unsackable.
Consequently, he would have To Do Walking Away.
However, even if he does walk, I’m told that there is a“golden handshake” clause in his contract.
A trifling sum of £2.5m.
This is an important difference between Mr Gerrard’s people and the Sevco High Command.
The former knows how to draw up a contract!
Meanwhile, the cruel spectacle of Mr Let’s Go explaining away yet another defeat to relegation strugglers continues.
I would imagine that many on Planet Fitba now think that he is great entertainment and thoroughly worth £50k per week.
The goal that Sevco conceded to the ASccies was certainly comedy Goldson.
Of course, Mr Gerrard is not the only one to blame as there is an entire expensively assembled backroom team who are currently overseeing this risible shambles.
Now, not everyone will find this mess to be utterly hilarious.
It is my sad duty to report that The People are revolting.
Moreover, given the lynch mob proclivities of the Ibrox klanbase Stevie G and his guys might want to enter a Witless Protection Programme.
Dear reader, you may wish to spare a thought for those who invest their sense of themselves in the Ibrox matchday experience.
With the tragically misplaced sense of Herrenvolk entitlement, the future does not belong to them.
Have a great day!
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This Ole Scouse
This ole scouse wance knew his children
This ole scouse wance new his wife
This ole scouse wants back tae Melwood
Tae escape the Govan strife
This ole scouse once heard their laughter
This ole scouse heard many a shout
Now he fears the son’s of darkness
Cause they want the scally out
(They don’t want this scouse no longer
Don’t want tae keep this scouse no more)
There’s nae dough to fix this shambles
Shoogily peg upon on the door
Ain’t got time to foil the Timmy’s
Or tae defend ole Scotland’s shame
Ain’t gonny need this scouse no longer
Alfredo’s primed tae seal his fate
This ole scouse is getting shaky
This ole scouse is getting sacked
This ole scouse is feelin the strain
As this old scouse was fully backed
Uptae his knees wi’ ragin Billy’s
Wiz he worth the financial pain?
Could be Murty’s back tomorrow
As the Celtic win the League again
They don’t want this scouse no longer
Don’t want tae keep this scouse no more)
There’s nae dough to fix this shambles
Shoogily peg upon on his door
Ain’t got time to foil the Timmy’s
Or tae defend ole Scotland’s shame
Ain’t gonny need this scouse no longer
Alfredo’s primed tae seal his fate
Lenny brought back the thunder
Rocket Ronny then rode the storm
Rodgers won the treble treble
As they begged for a pay day Loan
Noo ole scouse is feeling feeble
This ole scouse is feelin feint
About time tae get the fecker oot
Cause he’s aboot ready to meet his fate
(They don’t want this scouse no longer
Don’t want tae keep this scouse no more)
There’s nae dough to fix this shambles
Shoogily peg upon on his door
Ain’t got time to foil the Timmy’s
Or tae defend ole Scotland’s shame
Ain’t gonny need this scouse no longer
Alfredo’s primed tae seal his fate
(They don’t want this scouse no longer
Don’t want tae keep this scouse no more)
There’s nae dough to fix this shambles
Shoogily peg upon on his door
Ain’t got time to foil the Timmy’s
Or tae defend ole Scotland’s shame
Ain’t gonny need this scouse no longer
Alfredo’s primed tae seal his fate
(They don’t want this scouse no longer
Don’t want tae keep this scouse no more)
There’s nae dough to fix this shambles
Shoogily peg upon on his door
Ain’t got time to foil the Timmy’s
Or tae defend ole Scotland’s shame
Ain’t gonny need this scouse no longer
Alfredo’s primed tae seal his fate
Ain’t got time to fix this shambles La…
Mistake or typo Phil? Witless programme?
An entirely intentional quip…
And a funny one that I might steal.
Deliberate I would think. A pun on witness.
Indeed
With Gerrard turning to his squad players on Sunday at Ross County, as he takes no injury chances with his first eleven ahead of the Europa tie, the home team must be worth a wee flutter.
Might not be as generous as the 18/1 for Accies last night but with Celtic likely to put another 3 points on the board on Saturday, the 16 point gap will weigh heavy on whoever dons the jersey on Sunday.
The Scottish SFA and SPFL have just announced there are no current plans to cancel or play any games behind closed doors due to concerns over the Coronavirus.
The hierarchy down Govan way must have breathed a huge sigh of relief this afternoon. Can you imagine the law suit the Chinese Government would face if the sub species were devoid of gate receipts in the coming weeks leading to administration mark two
When day is dawning
On a Sevco payday morning
How I long to be there
Just to laugh at thick Stevie G there
Every useless diddy
Is holding out his hat
And they can’t get rid ae
A Buffalo that’s fat.
Is there a way to sell Alfredo?
They’ve been trying from the get go
Dreaming dreams of no Alfredo
And some cash for Stevie G.
Show them a way to sell Alfredo
Find a club as daft as Sevco
One who’ll sign a dud they don’t know
For a massive transfer fee.
Ha ha-ha ha-ha ha-ha ha
Ha ha-ha ha-ha ha-ha ha
Ha ha-ha ha-ha ha-ha ha
There’s nae cash for Stevie G
Billy Boys are singing
Thinking of the cash he will bring in
But for Stevie G there
It’s no’ what he wanted to hear there
Just on the horizon
There’s a Chinese bid
It’s for 20 million
But that’s pennies and no’ quid.
Is there a way to sell Alfredo…
The Scottish SFA and SPFL have just announced there are no current plans to cancel or play any games behind closed doors due to concerns over the Coronavirus.
The hierarchy down Govan way must have breathed a huge sigh of relief this afternoon. Can you imagine the law suit the Chinese Government would face if the sub species were devoid of gate receipts in the coming weeks leading to administration mark two
I know they dont like you Phil but if they had been reading your blog they could
get a proper insight. It is frankly amazing that they think that their PR is
hopeless! The extra EL money has now vanished as no SC money coming
in.They are up shit creek with a teaspoon.
I know i keep saying this and i will keep saying this. Forrest and Elyanousie,
NO THANKS! Eddy showed how to get to the byline and cut a ball back, he
is a fantastic player. If Lenny keeps playing the aforementioned two I can
only assume that Shved, Soro and Klimala must be the most useless players
ever!
At the current rate of expenditure against results, the messiah at the lodge will need to take care of his brogues. When they need replaced flip flops or slip ons will be an apt option.
I guess that it is only the cost of getting rid of him that is stopping Mr Let’s Go from becoming Mr Let Go then Phil?
Thinking back to the horror 90s. Absolutely loving this Phil.
Me too.
I was out in the carpark the night Fergus and Brian Dempsey came out to us.
Amazing, turnaround.
The financial gap is now almost certainly unbridgeable.
Karma.
Given that Rangers* prefer to go into games as underdogs, I wonder if they might get a result against Ross County on Sunday?
The new club fake news going for 55 . Meanwhile Slippy is looking at his P45 .
Gerrard must have capable, personal advisers behind him, and I’m quite sure that TRFC is in no position to ‘resign’ him, a la Warburton.
We’ve all seen this movie many times over the years: manager loses dressing room, then fans – and then he gets the damning ‘vote of confidence’ from the Board, shortly before he gets punted.
Any slight glimmer of sympathy I had for the rookie manager on a ridiculous, £2.5M salary is immediately forgotten when I see that photo above – of Gerrard surrounded by his backroom team decked out in fetching, orange trimmed garments. Except Gerrard of course in the obligatory tie and brogues.
And everybody knows the exact selling price for Gerrard’s dignity…
In the land of the blind the one eyed man is ki…..lenny Steve, pack your bags the taxi is waiting 🛍️🛍️
Rumours have it their new kit manufacturer is Adidas 4 stripes available at Aldi Lidl and all other cheap supermarket outlets.
Oh me sides. Please stay Mr Tumble.
Hi Phil, since Sevco needed £10m to see out the season, owe Close Bros around £8m and SDI up to £14m plus legal fees, how are they surviving with next to no money coning in?
Excellent question.
Mr King is weighing in with his personal wealth, of course!! 😉😁😂
The Celtic support should give a big round of applause on the 8th minute of the next game.
Can you imagine the implosion 😄
The third sentence of PT98’s angst ridden contribution sums to sum up everything that is wrong with this club. He actually believes the media and the referees are against them! There is no self-awareness in order to change and move forward.
Having said that, I have noticed a strange phenomenon in recent years and that is when the Sevco “powers that be” want rid of a manager, Celtic start to get the breaks and there is a noticeable lack of penalties for the boys in blue. Where did they get five minutes injury time at Livingston, never mind actually playing six when Celtic were pressing for the winner?
Also Lennon starting with one up again! Anyone?
Big Mike, Close Bros, Elite, Hummel,
Let’s do a value comparison.
Ryan Kent: Purchase price £7m.
Goals 7: Assists 1in all competitions.
Ryan Christie: Purchase price £1m.
Goals18: Assists 12 in all competitions.
James Forrest: Purchase price £0.
Goals 14: Assists 16 in all competitions.
Calum McG: purchase price £0.
Goals 11: Assists 7 in all competitions.
Money well spent on Kent? Methinks not!!
Nice of Tav to put forward a name for the next new Club
The Real Rangers
Good chap!!!!
My suggestion for the next new klub name is ……….
Third Klanark. ( Pat Pending)
Nice one!
Anthony Brannan – genius 🙂
Is that Real (as in REAL Madrid) or as in Real Assholes?
It is with more than a modicum joy in which I revel in the continuous capitulation of our biggest rivals. Last week I theorised that their public vilification of Alfredo was by way of normalising his transfer value by a decimal place, but then thought that that would take organisation of smoke and mirrors that is clearly beyond The current regime went “all in” last summer. When the atmosphere sours, the only thing left to to is to choose a good moment to leave the party.
I can’t cope with the laughter any more…. the pain!
At least I get a few days respite until the weekends games….
Champions before the split at this rate.