Quinny marginalised ?

roygreenwoodsbeard · 2nd December 2011, 08:03 PM

Doesn't look that way to me. He clearly still has an influence around the place, and would appear to be an integral part of Ellis's plans.

Or a meringue ?

ReaL Madras · 2nd December 2011, 08:08 PM

I personally think that the firing of Bruce was not really anticipated to be so soon after Quinn's transition into his new and reduced role and he has therefore been requested to act in his old role to assist Mr Short in seeing a new management team into the club.

viccarlton · 2nd December 2011, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ReaL Madras

I personally think that the firing of Bruce was not really anticipated to be so soon after Quinn's transition into his new and reduced role and he has therefore been requested to act in his old role to assist Mr Short in seeing a new management team into the club.

Wasn't it suggested (in places) that the reason for Quinn moving sideways was that the Bruce sacking was inevitable, and he didn't want to be seen to be part of it?

bagpiperay · 2nd December 2011, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by roygreenwoodsbeard

Doesn't look that way to me. He clearly still has an influence around the place, and would appear to be an integral part of Ellis's plans.

Or a meringue ?

It wouldn't matter a jot to me or I guess the majority of Sunderland fans if the team was successful. If we do make big strides then that should be welcomed by Quinn and anyone else who cares about our club.

Deano · 2nd December 2011, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by roygreenwoodsbeard

Doesn't look that way to me. He clearly still has an influence around the place, and would appear to be an integral part of Ellis's plans.

Or a meringue ?

O'Neill would definitely be Quinn's appointment. Short, from what I have read, favoured Hughes. Let's hope the big man is on the money.

Ashley In!! · 2nd December 2011, 08:49 PM

How do we know this has anything to do with Quinn? That's a genuine question, I haven't seen it suggested anywhere.

PTR · 2nd December 2011, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by roygreenwoodsbeard

Doesn't look that way to me. He clearly still has an influence around the place, and would appear to be an integral part of Ellis's plans.

Or a meringue ?

I think Niall got a job with the club that allows him to look after his personal interests at the same time - and if so, good for him.

I'm just pleased he's still involved with the club, and I look forward to his TV appeal to get behind the new manager by buying 1/2 ST cards for Xmas.

(I'm not taking the piss here)

Bob Stokoes Hat · 2nd December 2011, 08:51 PM

Don't underestimate the role Sir Niall has in our glorious club!.......and never forget it either, just how important 'big man' is to the club and the area. He is a Hero and a true true legend!

burnt_arse · 2nd December 2011, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob Stokoes Hat

Don't underestimate the role Sir Niall has in our glorious club!.......and never forget it either, just how important 'big man' is to the club and the area. He is a Hero and a true true legend!

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