The Truth About Billy's Sacking

[Sir_Brian_Clough]

Hi fellow Forest fans and fans of opposing teams who are revelling in our present issues.

I wanted to offer up the truth about what has happened over the last 6-8 weeks which has led us to this horrible position we find ourselves in (and I am not talking about being just 2 points off the playoffs).

About 8 weeks ago, Billy put a list of players together for loans. To say they were unrealistic targets is a very large understatement. One on the list was Javier Hernandez of Manchester United. Another was Lee Cattermole. That should give you an indication of how ridiculous the list was. True to his word, Fawaz approached no less than 12 clubs enquiring about players and not a single club gave permission to speak to the players' representatives. As results began to slip, Billy was asked what was going wrong and he repeatedly stated to Fawaz that if he had been successful with those players, we would be challenging for 2nd place. In summary, he blamed the lot on Fawaz. The atmosphe

[salopred]

Wow, some post, thanks for that!Hope your well.

[HOODIE]

Fawaz insisted he played Abdoun and Djebbour in the game against Derby and Billy refused.

Good post that appears plausible.

So some still think Fawaz does not try and influence team selection?

Furthermore, Warnock's suggestion that perhaps Gary Brazil is the right man for Fawaz?

Didn't Abdoun and Djebbour both get game time on Tuesday?

[RedRat]

Explains a lot. SBC, can I hazard a guess that, Cox's punch 'missed the target'? How very apt.

[Bluebird21]

I have heard exactly the same. Malky Mackay is the ONLY man for this job now.

[Bourne1865]

Great post, thanks for sharing it. It's good to have the truth. The only thing that bothers me is Warnock and why he turned it down? Was he alleging that he wouldn't have full control or something. I may have that wrong. So I apologise if that's the case.

It's a shame Billy acted the way he did. He had a fantastic opportunity and blew it. Especially where team selection is concerned. Seems to me that his behaviour, feelings and team selection cost Billy his job. Fawaz was just trying to help is how I see it not interfere.
I've always wondered why Abdoun wasn't a regular. He is a great player and Fawaz has it right. I think the rest of the team saying Hendo and Djebbour being up front says a lot aswell.

It will be interesting to see what happens next. Thanks SBC for shedding light on the situation. Hope you're well.

[munichmemories]

"In summary he blamed the lot on Fawaz", sounds familiar. Let's be honest, in his conceited head it's never his fault. It may take a while to recover from the mess he's left us in but will be worth it in the long term.
"You'll never work again".

[i961pie]

[quote="Sir_Brian_Clough"]Hi fellow Forest fans and fans of opposing teams who are revelling in our present issues.

I wanted to offer up the truth about what has happened over the last 6-8 weeks which has led us to this horrible position we find ourselves in (and I am not talking about being just 2 points off the playoffs).

About 8 weeks ago, Billy put a list of players together for loans. To say they were unrealistic targets is a very large understatement. One on the list was Javier Hernandez of Manchester United. Another was Lee Cattermole. That should give you an indication of how ridiculous the list was. True to his word, Fawaz approached no less than 12 clubs enquiring about players and not a single club gave permission to speak to the players' representatives. As results began to slip, Billy was asked what was going wrong and he repeatedly stated to Fawaz that if he had been successful with those players, we would be challenging for 2nd place

[Swissmartin]

This has been a sad story; but at least let's all agree there must never be a return of King Billy again!
Personally I like Malky Mackay for the new manager.

[Elite_Pie]

[quote="munichmemories", sounds familiar. Let's be honest, in his conceited head it's never his fault.[/quote]


While that's hard to disagree with, as a totally unbiased (!!) outsider, it seems to me you are letting your owner off lightly. No-one would be surprised to learn that Billy Davies had his own personal agenda, but is he the only one? You had to read between the lines a bit to work out that interference from Fawaz was the reason that McCarthy turned down the job, but Warnock made it much clearer. It's blatantly obvious that your first choice managerial appointments are being missed because of Fawaz and the involvement he wants to have in playing matters.

Are you all happy with this?