Pep's contract situation

[Coatigan]

As said 1 year only delays the same conversations next year, and if he signs one year then it is a good sign that after that year he is gone. It makes a rebuild that bit harder and players a touch unsure signing if they don't know who will be in the dugout.

And two years only delays the same conversations till the year after. Neither are a problem. As long as he is able to get the team playing well.

 

[thismeansfour]

And two years only delays the same conversations till the year after. Neither are a problem. As long as he is able to get the team playing well.

Well no, what it does is delay the conversations for two years rather than the very next year. It also offers stability to the players and future signings that the gaffer will be here for the foreseeable.

 

[alexmcity]

Well no, what it does is delay the conversations for two years rather than the very next year. It also offers stability to the players and future signings that the gaffer will be here for the foreseeable.

I get your worry but there are people at the club who know much better than you. You won't make a tragic mistake if you trust our club bosses a bit more. They have helped us get to the top and break numerous records.

It's only normal to want to have the best manager, currently or even in history, as long as possible. With Pep staying longer, the likes of Haaland and Rodri are more likely to sign new contracts.

 

[Coatigan]

Well no, what it does is delay the conversations for two years rather than the very next year. It also offers stability to the players and future signings that the gaffer will be here for the foreseeable.

I really don't think the difference of one year is that significant. But of course would rather see two than one myself too. Happy with either though, when the expectation generally seems to be that he will leave.

 

[wolviedinho]

Well no, what it does is delay the conversations for two years rather than the very next year. It also offers stability to the players and future signings that the gaffer will be here for the foreseeable.

The club plans in 4/5 season cycles. We already know what the next few years will look like unless unfortunate situations arise like a Rodri injury.

I expect 1 player to arrive in January to cover for the above.

This isn’t made up conjecture, if you watch any of the previous videos released by the club on how they plan the recruitment process, you will clearly see it’s done years in advance.

So all this talk of pep is so wide of the mark it’s not worth repeating over and over again. He will sign a new deal depending on if it’s right for himself, players and club. A few defeats won’t have any impact on the thinking behind the scenes unless pep himselfs feels this way.

Speculation over his contracts have been going on for seasons and it has no impact on the results each week nor on recruiting unless you are a star name like Haaland.

I really don’t see the fuss everyone is making over this.

 

[Coatigan]

'Signing a year's extension only kicks the can down the road'

And by a can, we mean a trophy or trophies.

 

[thismeansfour]

I get your worry but there are people at the club who know much better than you. You won't make a tragic mistake if you trust our club bosses a bit more. They have helped us get to the top and break numerous records.

It's only normal to want to have the best manager, currently or even in history, as long as possible. With Pep staying longer, the likes of Haaland and Rodri are more likely to sign new contracts.

I do trust them, what I don't enjoy is the current uncertainty. Whilst the powers that be have that good relationship with Pep there is just zero benefit to letting it play out this way. You also confirm my point with the players extending, Pep staying makes us more attractive with current players and new.

I really don't think the difference of one year is that significant. But of course would rather see two than one myself too. Happy with either though, when the expectation generally seems to be that he will leave.

Maybe not but we know he will probably not sign for any more than 2 so that's why I am hoping for that, and two years allows more stability than currently or 1 year extension. I would rather 1 year than leave of course.

 

[thismeansfour]

The club plans in 4/5 season cycles. We already know what the next few years will look like unless unfortunate situations arise like a Rodri injury.

I expect 1 player to arrive in January to cover for the above.

This isn’t made up conjecture, if you watch any of the previous videos released by the club on how they plan the recruitment process, you will clearly see it’s done years in advance.

So all this talk of pep is so wide of the mark it’s not worth repeating over and over again. He will sign a new deal depending on if it’s right for himself, players and club. A few defeats won’t have any impact on the thinking behind the scenes unless pep himselfs feels this way.

Speculation over his contracts have been going on for seasons and it has no impact on the results each week nor on recruiting unless you are a star name like Haaland.

I really don’t see the fuss everyone is making over this.

Then a City forum isn't for you then if you think it isn't a talking point. Our manager, in his last year of his contract, with an ageing squad, going through a difficult patch and no new contract currently is a big talking point thanks. As you say it needs to be right for him and the club, letting it drag out until November time doesn't benefit the club at all and then does open the door to links to that and our poor form. We will plan as well as possible, it is a harder task to plan if you don't know who your manager will be, or plan for your next manager if you are happy to leave it late in the day.

 

[Coatigan]

I do trust them, what I don't enjoy is the current uncertainty. Whilst the powers that be have that good relationship with Pep there is just zero benefit to letting it play out this way. You also confirm my point with the players extending, Pep staying makes us more attractive with current players and new.


Maybe not but we know he will probably not sign for any more than 2 so that's why I am hoping for that, and two years allows more stability than currently or 1 year extension. I would rather 1 year than leave of course.

I agree wholeheartedly. I just don't think one is as much of a disaster as has been (appreciate not specifically by you) made out on this thread. Let's see how it all unfolds. And when.

 

[alexmcity]

I do trust them, what I don't enjoy is the current uncertainty. Whilst the powers that be have that good relationship with Pep there is just zero benefit to letting it play out this way. You also confirm my point with the players extending, Pep staying makes us more attractive with current players and new.


Maybe not but we know he will probably not sign for any more than 2 so that's why I am hoping for that, and two years allows more stability than currently or 1 year extension. I would rather 1 year than leave of course.

We can't force Pep to sign an extension. He is free to decide. Given his record, we owe him patience. If you can't live with uncertainty, the problem is yours.