It appears that Frank McAvennie is the latest convert to the Jose Mourinho fan club.
Cut from the same cloth. Mourinho and Moyes share tactical similarities
Mourinho’s name has emerged (again!) as a possible successor to David Moyes at West Ham, adding a layer of intrigue to the ongoing contract saga. While Moyes’ achievements at the club are undeniable, the lack of a contract extension has fuelled speculation about his future. Mourinho’s availability as a manager, coupled with his own managerial history, presents a complex situation for West Ham to consider.
The Alluring Mourinho:
Trophy Magnet: Mourinho’s track record speaks for itself. He possesses a remarkable ability to deliver silverware, having won trophies at various clubs across Europe. His winning mentality could be a welcome addition to West Ham’s ambition to compete for major honors.
Tactical Mastermind: Mourinho is renowned for his tactical acumen. He can effectively adapt his strategies to exploit weaknesses in opponents and ensure defensive solidity. This could prove beneficial for West Ham, addressing their current defensive frailties.
Motivational Leader: There’s no denying Mourinho’s charisma as a leader. His ability to motivate players and get them to perform at their peak, particularly in crucial matches, is a valuable asset.
The Mourinho Concerns:
Dour Pragmatism: Critics often accuse Mourinho of prioritising defensive stability over attacking flair. His teams can be seen as pragmatic to the point of being boring, a stark contrast to the potentially more exciting style West Ham fans might desire.
Short-Term Success: While Mourinho delivers trophies, questions linger about his long-term suitability. Some suggest a pattern of initial success followed by a decline in results after a few seasons. Can he build a team for sustained achievement?
Player Management: Mourinho’s fiery personality has led to well-documented clashes with players in the past. His critical approach can damage team morale and potentially trigger key player departures, something West Ham needs to avoid.
Jose Mourinho is a complex figure in the world of football management. His undeniable record of success is countered by concerns about his playing style and long-term fit. West Ham must carefully weigh these factors when considering him as a potential replacement for Moyes. Ultimately, the decision will depend on the club’s vision for the future – prioritising immediate trophies or building a team for sustained success with a more attractive brand of football.
Given our problems are (1) a threadbare squad despite splashing out in the transfer market (in particular in the summer of 2022) and (2) a very negative defensive approach in games
I think that Mourinho would be a bad choice – because of (1) he would demand a lot of funds to buy players that might put us in PSR / FFP problems and in terms of (2) he would not be much of an upgrade
As I have commented previously I hope that if we do get a new manager Steidten has the crucial say because I don’t have much faith in Sullivan to choose a good manager – his longest lasting managers at West Ham have been BFS and Moyes – and I believe that Avram Grant was his choice
I’m sorry, but i can’t allow this often cited old trope to go unchallanged.
“While Moyes’ achievements at the club are undeniable…”
I deny them. Apart from winning Europe’s third tier competition what are they? As opposed to:
1. squandering the best first team sqaud any West Ham manager has ver had access to
2. as above with U21 squad replacing first team
3. forcing fans to routinely endure watching the opposition play football with 75% possession.
I could continue with: demotiviating the youth by failing to use the best youth team in the country; failing to use substitutes; burning a small group of his favourite players
And contrary to popular belief, no, David Moyes is not West Ham;s most successful manager: by any objective standard that would be either Gentleman John Lyall (FA Cup, League Cup & European Cup Winners Cup runners up, 3rd place in the league, one game from winning the title) or Ron Greenwood (FA Cup, Europena Cup Winners Cup)
Whilst Jose Mourinho is probably not the solution, David Moyes is certainly the problem and should be identified as such, not lauded.
He can not hold a candle to John Lyall… let’s not pretend otherwise
Well said ironman. I remember Declan rice being ****ed off with the medias mentality towards the club . They were making it look like the club hadn’t played in Europe before 2021 . Despite winning the ECWC in 65 a semi final apparence the following year. Another ECWP final in 1976 and a quarter final in 81 . Even the intertoto cup final In 99 win was seriously competitive. Compared to every other time it was played for .