Big news coming soon from the Turf (Sean Dyche sacked)

[GodIsADeeJay81]

There’s been a bust up of some sorts, no two ways about it.

10 years at the club and no thank you video or leaving message, not a peep out of anyone at the club apart from Pace’s 2 paragraphs in his statement.

Why would they release a thank you video etc?

All that's needed is the thanks at the end of Pace's statement.

[BurnleyFC]

Why would they release a thank you video etc?

All that's needed is the thanks at the end of Pace's statement.

The question I would ask is why wouldn’t they release a thank you video unless it was acrimonious?

[Woodleyclaret]

None of this mutual consent nonsense it's a mega bust up .Why else sack Sean with 8 games left.?

[jdrobbo]

Trust you to write the perfect post!
Thank you. I am so shocked and angry at such a crass, ill-timed, pointless, stupid decision by a football numskull.

Cheers. So frustrating!

[ClaretTony]

Dale Stephens would make sense i guess

If you are guessing at a player then I think you will be a mile away

[KRBFC]

Why would they release a thank you video etc?

All that's needed is the thanks at the end of Pace's statement.

Are you on ALK's payroll?

It's quite admirable the way you spend every minute on here defending their every decision regardless of if you're in the minority or not. Proper one man band full politician defensive mode, its quite impressive, I respect it fully.

[Stu]

I feel absolutely gutted today at what is happening to this wonderful football club I really don’t think Pace /ALK have grasped just how much this club means to so many people,they are systematically ripping the heart out of the club .

[buzzclarets79]

I completely get that people are shocked that SD no longer manager of Burnley football club, it’s come out of the blue but some of the absolute rubbish being posted on here is unbelievable, from the players should go on strike, the new man has absolutely no chance of keeping us up, and various comments aimed towards the board.
No one knew what was going to happen today, just like no one knows what will happen over the coming days, I do suspect a new manager will be in place by Southampton home game.
Wait until the bigger picture is in place, a bit of calm and perspective is required.

[Hedontplayforyou]

If you are guessing at a player then I think you will be a mile away

Has the unreported sacking come as a shock to you Tony?

[Superjohnnyfrancis]

i wonder if anyone had any money on him being sacked this really came out of the blue

[KRBFC]

If you are guessing at a player then I think you will be a mile away

There's gonna be no1 left god damn budget cuts, I'm just waiting for ground staff to be turned into duracell battery powered robots.

[Vegas Claret]

Something drastic happened imo, probably a fall out. Jim White said today on Talksport he received a text from someone ''close to Dyche'' who said ''Sean's very disappointed but knew it was coming with the way the club was being run'' whatever that means.

maybe they were also bored of his football and they told him so ? I dunno, I honestly expected this but in the summer - not sure it does much good now tbh

[GodIsADeeJay81]

The question I would ask is why wouldn’t they release a thank you video unless it was acrimonious?

Tell me which other clubs have done it when sacking a manager, especially on the day ....
If they're going to do a tribute it would be at a later date but as far as I'm aware no other club has ever released a thank you video after sacking someone, it's the ultimate pss take

[Vegas Claret]

I think the releasing of Billy Mercer is the more foolish decision and that does smack of people that don't understand which is a tad worrying.

[ClaretMov]

i wonder if anyone had any money on him being sacked this really came out of the blue

Would that be 14 league wins from the last 68 games out of the blue

[Superjohnnyfrancis]

maybe they were also bored of his football and they told him so ? I dunno, I honestly expected this but in the summer - not sure it does much good now tbh

Dyche said in an interview with Jake Humphries last year on YouTube "footballs easy you just boot it forward in a 4-4-2"

Looks like Alan has finally lost patience with that philosophy. He couldnt give his coporate tickets away it seems.

[ksrclaret]

I completely get that people are shocked that SD no longer manager of Burnley football club, it’s come out of the blue but some of the absolute rubbish being posted on here is unbelievable, from the players should go on strike, the new man has absolutely no chance of keeping us up, and various comments aimed towards the board.
No one knew what was going to happen today, just like no one knows what will happen over the coming days, I do suspect a new manager will be in place by Southampton home game.
Wait until the bigger picture is in place, a bit of calm and perspective is required.

Good post.

The very worst I've read on here was that someone hoped we'd lose 10-0 on Sunday. That poster either can't control his emotions properly or simply isn't a Burnley fan, and needs to follow Dyche to his next job.

I can understand the shock but as many people have pointed out, we're Burnley fans, not Dyche fans.

[BurnleyFC]

i wonder if anyone had any money on him being sacked this really came out of the blue

Maybe ALK put £60m on it at unbelievable odds at the bookies across the road from the Turf?

[Superjohnnyfrancis]

Would that be 14 league wins from the last 68 games out of the blue

I know but it looked like we were really going to see it through with him this season, its late but the right decision for me.

[Pearcey]

Hope it’s not Phil Bird.

[Superjohnnyfrancis]

Maybe ALK put £60m on it at unbelievable odds at the bookies across the road from the Turf?

That would certainly help

[BurnleyFC]

Tell me which other clubs have done it when sacking a manager, especially on the day ....
If they're going to do a tribute it would be at a later date but as far as I'm aware no other club has ever released a thank you video after sacking someone, it's the ultimate pss take

Without even thinking about it - Solskjaer at Man United. And it’s not like Dyche has only been here for a couple of seasons, is it?

I guarantee there’s been a pretty sudden fall out of some sort. The timing is odd beyond comprehension.

[RVclaret]

Without even thinking about it - Solskjaer at Man United. And it’s not like Dyche has only been here for a couple of seasons, is it?

I guarantee there’s been a pretty sudden fall out of some sort. The timing is odd beyond comprehension.

My understanding is it’s been coming for a while. Suggestions senior and KEY players were done with him. Does make the timing a bit odd, perhaps they waited for season ticket renewals early bird to finish, not sure. I’m sure they’ve got someone lined up though.

[GodIsADeeJay81]

Without even thinking about it - Solskjaer at Man United. And it’s not like Dyche has only been here for a couple of seasons, is it?

I guarantee there’s been a pretty sudden fall out of some sort. The timing is odd beyond comprehension.

Utds statement at the time -
Manchester United announces that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has left his role as manager.

"Ole will always be a legend at Manchester United and it is with regret that we have reached this difficult decision.

"While the past few weeks have been disappointing, they should not obscure all the work he has done over the past three years to rebuild the foundations for long-term success.

"Ole leaves with our sincerest thanks for his tireless efforts as Manager and our very best wishes for the future."


Not really much to shot about, but it's worth noting OGS is a club legend for what he did as a player, which is why they pointed that out.

[Venkys4eva]

Gutted, terrible news

[Jamesy]

It’s highly likely that there are two groups of fans, those who wanted Dyche to be sacked, and those who didn’t. I suspect those who wanted Dyche to be sacked are happy, and those who didn’t aren’t.

You present a very simplistic view of supporters feelings towards Dyche. I don’t think many wanted him to be sacked, they were just critical and frustrated with his style of play and tactical decisions. This is a message board for people to air their opinions on football related matters. When the team are playing like they have been and are in the drop zone then the manager is bound to come in for criticism. Deserved criticism in my view. Yes there have been a couple of threads of late clamouring for Dyche out, however I think many reasonable posters were just looking for a change of approach from Dyche and his team and possibly something to be optimistic about should we end up back in the Championship.

[Rileybobs]

You present a very simplistic view of supporters feelings towards Dyche. I don’t think many wanted him to be sacked, they were just critical and frustrated with his style of play and tactical decisions. This is a message board for people to air their opinions on football related matters. When the team are playing like they have been and are in the drop zone then the manager is bound to come in for criticism. Deserved criticism in my view. Yes there have been a couple of threads of late clamouring for Dyche out, however I think many reasonable posters were just looking for a change of approach from Dyche and his team and possibly something to be optimistic about should we end up back in the Championship.

I was responding to someone who was criticising Burnley fans for moaning about Dyche, and then also moaning when he is sacked. I’m merely pointing out that there are different fans, and those who moaned about Dyche are not likely to be the ones who are moaning about him being sacked.

[KRBFC]

maybe they were also bored of his football and they told him so ? I dunno, I honestly expected this but in the summer - not sure it does much good now tbh

The timing is incredibly weird and it felt a bit cold to me. I agree he should've gone in the summer, announced before the last home game of the season, gave him his send off moment. The good news is the new guy gets time to bed in and look at the squad before the summer window and who knows? just maybe this season isn't dead just yet.

If we get a new manager in after West Ham, the next 4 games are Soton (H), Watford (A), Wolves (H), Villa (H). 4 winnable games, 3 at home, with sides on the beach. A sudden new manager ''bounce'', pick up 3 wins from those games and we're probably out of the bottom 3 with 3 games to go. There was 0 chance we'd win 3 of those 4 under Dyche with the way we've been playing.

Hopefully the new manager can get Mcneil and Westwood firing at the top of their game, maybe in a new system? and a style suited to the strikers we have? Who knows what will happen, one thing is for certain though, we were heading one way only under Dyche.

It's also weird we've sacked the entire backroom staff too, including Mercer an excellent GK coach. Normally they stick around until the new manager decides who to keep/let go.

[Superjohnnyfrancis]

The timing is incredibly weird and it felt a bit cold to me. I agree he should've gone in the summer, announced before the last home game of the season, gave him his send off moment. The good news is the new guy gets time to bed in and look at the squad before the summer window and who knows? just maybe this season isn't dead just yet.

If we get a new manager in after West Ham, the next 4 games are Soton (H), Watford (A), Wolves (H), Villa (H). 4 winnable games, 3 at home, with sides on the beach. A sudden new manager ''bounce'', pick up 3 wins from those games and we're probably out of the bottom 3 with 3 games to go. There was 0 chance we'd win 3 of those 4 under Dyche with the way we've been playing.

Hopefully the new manager can get Mcneil and Westwood firing at the top of their game, maybe in a new system? and a style suited to the strikers we have? Who knows what will happen, one thing is for certain though, we were heading one way only under Dyche.

It's also weird we've sacked the entire backroom staff too, including Mercer an excellent GK coach. Normally they stick around until the new manager decides who to keep/let go.

Maybe Pace has been down to Barnfield and not liked what he saw or had his spies do a recon on the place and what has been happening.

[CoolClaret]

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[brexit]

Maybe ALK put £60m on it at unbelievable odds at the bookies across the road from the Turf?

As I said on another thread I had £50 on at 12/1 collected this morning.
Interesting that Mee is part of the management team for West Ham.

[Cirrus_Minor]

Absolutely crazy. Probably the best chance of staving off relegation, slim now, and promotion next season.

Crazy!!

[gawthorpe_view]

Does anyone know when the club's accounts are due to be released?
I think Chester Perry said they were imminent.

[Vegas Claret]

when you think about how often both Dyche and Pace said they were aligned with their thinking for the club it surely only points to a massive fall out

[KRBFC]

when you think about how often both Dyche and Pace said they were aligned with their thinking for the club it surely only points to a massive fall out

Dyche was going ape **** at Garlick for letting Hendrick, Bardsley and Lennon run their contracts down, I'd be surprised if he was happy behind the scenes with the 10 first teamers expiring.

[RVclaret]

when you think about how often both Dyche and Pace said they were aligned with their thinking for the club it surely only points to a massive fall out

Mentioned it before but suggestions Dyche lost the dressing room in particular senior and key players. One player who you might be surprised with.

[RVclaret]

Dyche was going ape **** at Garlick for letting Hendrick, Bardsley and Lennon run their contracts down, I'd be surprised if he was happy behind the scenes with the 10 first teamers expiring.

You’ve got it wrong

[Vegas Claret]

Dyche was going ape **** at Garlick for letting Hendrick, Bardsley and Lennon run their contracts down, I'd be surprised if he was happy behind the scenes with the 10 first teamers expiring.

yep, and with Pace saying this you could be absolutely spot in with that

[CoolClaret]

Mentioned it before but suggestions Dyche lost the dressing room in particular senior and key players. One player who you might be surprised with.

Spill the beans instead of speaking in tongue

[bf2k]

Well they’ve not just woke up this morning, put the kettle on and thought what should we do today….. yeah I know let’s sack SD.
There’s always a plan, it’s just where we as supporters fit into it and indeed agree with it.

I’m quite prepared to see what happens next before commenting, they have stated they made the change to give us a shot at staying up, that to me says that they have someone ready to take over.

End of the day we as supporters have no control over what happens.

Show me the evidence this board have a plan?

[Vegas Claret]

Alex James:
"Chairman Alan Pace said: "Firstly, we would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Sean and his staff for their achievements at the Club over the last decade.

“During his time at Turf Moor, Sean has been a credit both on and off the pitch, respected by players, staff, supporters, and the wider football community.

“However, results this season have been disappointing and, while this was an incredibly difficult decision, with eight crucial games of the campaign remaining, we feel a change is needed to give the squad the best possible chance of retaining its Premier League status.

“Under-23s coach Mike Jackson, assisted by Academy Director Paul Jenkins, Under-23s goalkeeping coach Connor King and Club Captain Ben Mee have been asked to take charge of the team for Sunday’s game with West Ham United.

“The process of replacing Sean has begun and further announcements will be made to supporters in due course.”

[brexit]

The timing is incredibly weird and it felt a bit cold to me. I agree he should've gone in the summer, announced before the last home game of the season, gave him his send off moment. The good news is the new guy gets time to bed in and look at the squad before the summer window and who knows? just maybe this season isn't dead just yet.

If we get a new manager in after West Ham, the next 4 games are Soton (H), Watford (A), Wolves (H), Villa (H). 4 winnable games, 3 at home, with sides on the beach. A sudden new manager ''bounce'', pick up 3 wins from those games and we're probably out of the bottom 3 with 3 games to go. There was 0 chance we'd win 3 of those 4 under Dyche with the way we've been playing.

Hopefully the new manager can get Mcneil and Westwood firing at the top of their game, maybe in a new system? and a style suited to the strikers we have? Who knows what will happen, one thing is for certain though, we were heading one way only under Dyche.

It's also weird we've sacked the entire backroom staff too, including Mercer an excellent GK coach. Normally they stick around until the new manager decides who to keep/let go.

I think the truth is simpler. Pace didn't think Dyche could keep us in the PL and his financial structure won't survive the drop.
I have it from a very good source the new manager will be in the stands on Sunday watching the match. From a very bad source it will be Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

[RVclaret]

Spill the beans instead of speaking in tongue

What if Pace was / is trying to renew the contracts of some of the OOC players and none of them wanted to renew under Dyche? Just throwing it out there..

[GodIsADeeJay81]

Show me the evidence this board have a plan?

Why do you and others think that people on here are privy to the club's business plan?
Also, why do you think there isn't one just because people on here don't have it to hand?

[Superjohnnyfrancis]

As I said on another thread I had £50 on at 12/1 collected this morning.
Interesting that Mee is part of the management team for West Ham.

When did you place the bet? Cracking bet that.

[Stevie Morgan]

Mentioned it before but suggestions Dyche lost the dressing room in particular senior and key players. One player who you might be surprised with.

Ben Mee?

[ClaretTony]

What if Pace was / is trying to renew the contracts of some of the OOC players and none of them wanted to renew under Dyche? Just throwing it out there..

And it needs to be thrown right back if you wish to continue posting on here

[buzzclarets79]

It's also weird we've sacked the entire backroom staff too, including Mercer an excellent GK coach. Normally they stick around until the new manager decides who to keep/let go.

I can’t help but feel that they’ve got someone lined up for the job, ready to announce after the weekend and just possibly the new man has said he wants either a clean slate, or maybe he has said I’ll bring in my own backroom staff.

I could certainly see why a new manager would want a clean slate staff wise after all SD has been here just short of 10yrs and you want to get a new style of football with new ideas.

All conjecture of course. Time will tell

[DCWat]

What if Pace was / is trying to renew the contracts of some of the OOC players and none of them wanted to renew under Dyche? Just throwing it out there..

If, as you’ve suggested, it’s player power that has done for Dyche, they can **** off. He’s made the majority of them the players that they are today.

If it is a case of the players not playing for Dyche, they’ve put our club in a perilous position.

[KRBFC]

I think the truth is simpler. Pace didn't think Dyche could keep us in the PL and his financial structure won't survive the drop.
I have it from a very good source the new manager will be in the stands on Sunday watching the match. From a very bad source it will be Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

I actually thought Ole did a good job at United in steadying the ship and building a decent youthful side ready for someone else to take it over. Not sure how that would translate here though....