It was the hedge fund managers in the Investment Group that dismissed Conway at his planned four year review because of poor profit prospects and decided to switch allegiance to the Parekh/ Cryne side.
Duff has the potential to do well
The freebies that were available and the last minute loans have only played a few games. It's a bit early to claim they are "good players". They may be, they may not turn out to be so. Players already on the books such as Thomas, Benson, Kane, Andersen and Collins seem to be providing the impetus. Little or no strengthening of the attack.
An Engagement Forum a month or so into the season is a standard part of the calendar..