crmpicco
Well-Known Member
Celtic's getting a 'marquee' manager has no doubt worked.
Let's not kid ourselves, he was a bit of luck away from winning the EPL. It was a great appointment for them. He inherited a mess and has pretty much turned around a shambolic Deila squad.
So yes, I think the strategy of going for a top marquee manager is the right approach. Pardew, McClaren and Moyes aren't at that level.
Why aren't we linked with Eddie Howe? 2 years ago the buzz around him was amazing. Best young manager in English football. He's established Bournemouth in the EPL.
Would he come?
I checked and it appears he's only on around 750k a year. We should test his resolve, offer a proper wage - 2m a year for example. (We can pay money like this on random Mexicans so the money is there). Add a bonus for league wins and European success and it should be tempting financially.
He may need supported for player wages/fees and that's a different point. It's surely worth giving it a go however?
He's been overlooked for roles like Everton etc - he's arguably done all he can do at Bournemouth. He's shown he's a massive success on a limited budget and plays good football. He's possibly the 'marquee' we need to take us up to the next level.
David Moyes isn't at Rodgers' level, but Eddie Lowe is?