PremAddict First interview of BR I've watched and I have to say I'm really excited about what he's preaching e.g. passing, different shapes, choosing the most talented players, etc. Let's see what happens on the pitch but I'm very encouraged...
Mention of other players doesn't bother me. I always thought the club was a bit too coy at times. I prefer secrets to be leaked well ahead of time!
rfcjoe On GetReading webby, lad.
FOLLOWING further speculation regarding the future of talented Hornet Tommy Smith today (Wednesday), Watford Chairman Jimmy Russo has issued the following statement.
Russo said: "It is with disappointment that I have read Brendan Rodgers' comments regarding our player Tommy Smith, in today's online edition of the Reading Evening Post.
"I am somewhat disturbed as to how Brendan knows Tommy's future intentions.
"His comments are not very respectful to the fans and the staff at Watford Football Club and he must not forget that Watford gave him his first managerial opportunity.
"Reading have failed to meet our valuation of the player in question, in fact last week I labelled the bid "derisory".
"I am more than happy to keep the player at the club if our valuation is not met. He is a fantastic player who will have a huge contribution on the pitch next season if he is still a Watford player.
"This also means that we do not have to purchase a replacement for him.
"Unless we receive the appropriate valuation for Tommy, through the correct channels, then we intend to keep the player at the club, this I can guarantee 100 per cent."
Wycombe Royal I think Rodgers has upset their Chairman again:
http://www.watfordfc.com/page/NewsDetail/0,,10400~1717118,00.htmlFOLLOWING further speculation regarding the future of talented Hornet Tommy Smith today (Wednesday), Watford Chairman Jimmy Russo has issued the following statement.
Russo said: "It is with disappointment that I have read Brendan Rodgers' comments regarding our player Tommy Smith, in today's online edition of the Reading Evening Post.
"I am somewhat disturbed as to how Brendan knows Tommy's future intentions.
"His comments are not very respectful to the fans and the staff at Watford Football Club and he must not forget that Watford gave him his first managerial opportunity.
"Reading have failed to meet our valuation of the player in question, in fact last week I labelled the bid "derisory".
"I am more than happy to keep the player at the club if our valuation is not met. He is a fantastic player who will have a huge contribution on the pitch next season if he is still a Watford player.
"This also means that we do not have to purchase a replacement for him.
"Unless we receive the appropriate valuation for Tommy, through the correct channels, then we intend to keep the player at the club, this I can guarantee 100 per cent."
Super_horns Clearly a personal issue between the 2 then!
W&E Royal I agree completely agree with the Watford chairman, anyone who thinks that Brendon is correct for talking about any player that isn't on the books of Reading Football Club is crazy. How would you feel if it was Pards or McGhee talking like that just a month after they left, you'd all go mental. To be honest this all leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
The RougeW&E Royal I agree completely agree with the Watford chairman, anyone who thinks that Brendon is correct for talking about any player that isn't on the books of Reading Football Club is crazy. How would you feel if it was Pards or McGhee talking like that just a month after they left, you'd all go mental. To be honest this all leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
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winchester_royalThe RougeW&E Royal I agree completely agree with the Watford chairman, anyone who thinks that Brendon is correct for talking about any player that isn't on the books of Reading Football Club is crazy. How would you feel if it was Pards or McGhee talking like that just a month after they left, you'd all go mental. To be honest this all leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
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Get a grip.Christ, who actually gives a oxf*rd.
W&E Royal I agree completely agree with the Watford chairman, anyone who thinks that Brendon is correct for talking about any player that isn't on the books of Reading Football Club is crazy. How would you feel if it was Pards or McGhee talking like that just a month after they left, you'd all go mental. To be honest this all leaves a bad taste in my mouth.
maf82 nothing wrong what brendan has done.tommy wants to come here and there chairman cant take it we will get him cheaper then what they want for him.850k is a fair deal.
Barry the bird boggler All a bit of a non story this isn't it, as hasn't Tommy actually said in the media that he would look forward to joining up with Brendan at Reading if the chance arose, so its hardly tapping up is it?
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