I think we need tried and tested in the Premier League. Guion has done well but remember that's Ligue 1. Puel finished 4th with Nice just a few seasons ago. Though I'm not against it, and promotion followed by 6th place is a huge achievement. He could become the next big thing, but I don't think he's the risk we need right now.
I'm for Rodgers or Rafa.
Rodgers has managed: Luis Suarez, Gerrard, Carragher, Reina, Coutinho (who he signed), Firminho (who he signed), Lovren (who he signed), Emre Can (who he signed)...
- He knows the Premier League.
- He plays attractive football.
- He's into playing youth.
- He has an international reputation.
- He has apparently got amazing man management skills.
- He certainly seems interested.
Rafa has managed: Gerrard, Torres, Ronaldo, Bale, Benzema, Xabi Alonso, Higuain, Mascherano...
- he has managed at Liverpool, Chelsea, Madrid and Inter.
- he is resolute at the back
- he knows the league very well
- he's won trophies
- he can attract sexy talent
I'm not entirely sure of his football style. Anyone know what sort of football his team's play?
For me we should be looking for managers like Rodgers or Rafa. Just three years ago they were managing Liverpool and Real Madrid respectively.
Our last four bosses were Pearson, Ranieri, Shakespeare, Puel. Be thankful this time we might have the clout to attract Rodgers and Rafa.