DruntBlunt said:Yes, the most worrying aspect of it all. I'm left with an impression that RM is looking a bit weak as a result of this sordid affair. As much as it pains me to make this comparison - I don't think for a second that baconface would allow a player nowhere near the facilities had he been treated with the same disrespect. A FM should be the (benevolent) dictator of the squad IMO. Ruling a gang of super-egos like star footballers requires indisputable strength and authority. I really hope RM is completely in charge here, and that the players at least see this. I have yet to be convinced.Rammy Blue said:It might not have particularly damaged us quite yet however it's very naive to think that the "Carlos show" hasn't got the potential to impact upon the manager and squad as being a huge distraction - players questioning whether the manager is being undermined is not healthy in any way, shape or form.
Yeah, I can see how punting Ned, Bellamy, Ade, RSC, and Bridge out of the door may show incredible weakness.