Browno 36 Posted June 2, 2014 EXCLUSIVE: Gary Holt is in Norwich this afternoon for talks about a return to his former club.The Falkirk Herald understands contact has been made between the clubs and the Bairns boss would renew his partnership with Neil Adams again which they shared in the Canaries’ youth academy teams.Adams recently took over the Carrow Road job permanently following Chris Hughton’s sacking.Holt led Falkirk to within a whisker of promotion to the SPFL Premiership this season but always spoke fondly of his time in East Anglia.Although no paperwork has been signed for his return as assistant manager, a deal could be sealed as soon as this afternoon and Falkirk chairman Martin Ritchie will be forced into quick action to find a replacement just four weeks ahead of the start of pre-season training. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Syteanric 1 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="CDB"]EXCLUSIVE: Gary Holt is in Norwich this afternoon for talks about a return to his former club. The Falkirk Herald understands contact has been made between the clubs and the Bairns boss would renew his partnership with Neil Adams again which they shared in the Canaries’ youth academy teams. Adams recently took over the Carrow Road job permanently following Chris Hughton’s sacking. Holt led Falkirk to within a whisker of promotion to the SPFL Premiership this season but always spoke fondly of his time in East Anglia. Although no paperwork has been signed for his return as assistant manager, a deal could be sealed as soon as this afternoon and Falkirk chairman Martin Ritchie will be forced into quick action to find a replacement just four weeks ahead of the start of pre-season training.[/quote] Technical director then....I might just weep. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ooh Ahh Lee Power 2 Posted June 2, 2014 I''m sure it mentions Assistant Manager, which wouldn''t be a bad thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
William Darby 0 Posted June 2, 2014 I think tough training sessions are on the cards. Old three lungs Holt will put them through it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Syteanric 1 Posted June 2, 2014 jobs for the boys/old guard.perhaps Nigel Worthington WILL be technical director after all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethnal Yellow and Green 1,557 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="jas the barclay king"]jobs for the boys/old guard.perhaps Nigel Worthington WILL be technical director after all.[/quote] It''s not really a surprised that Adams will want Holt, considering he was his assistant before. You''d hardly expect him to appoint someone he''s never worked with before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Graham Paddons Beard 2,352 Posted June 2, 2014 This is another wind up from TWTD isn''t it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayNCFC 14 Posted June 2, 2014 Why moan, why grumble? It was clear from the Adams appointment we as fans truly have no voice in the manager. If this wasn''t the case with how long we sat with the Hughton appointment, blissfully saying "LA LA LA" with fingers in our ears hoping it would be okay.For me, where we are, who we have in. This makes sense. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
William Darby 0 Posted June 2, 2014 Least Paul Lambert taught him everything he knows. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,455 Posted June 2, 2014 I can''t quite see what is so wrong with this. I''d understand if we were promoting Holt straight from our academy but he has been managing (and doing a good job) elsewhere for a good amount of time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phillip J Fry 0 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="king canary"]I can''t quite see what is so wrong with this. I''d understand if we were promoting Holt straight from our academy but he has been managing (and doing a good job) elsewhere for a good amount of time.[/quote]He has more experience than Neil Adams does as a manager! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave 0 Posted June 2, 2014 Adams needs a decent backroom team and Holt has a reasonable management record.Could be a very good appointment and may be one to take over should Adams not work out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy 3,232 Posted June 2, 2014 Good appointment if true, we need people like Holt to push on the fitness and his desire to play. As long as this Worthy & Doncaster are kept far away I have no issue with who Adams wants in, it''s his management after all. Good luck to Adams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PurpleCanary 5,531 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="king canary"]I can''t quite see what is so wrong with this. I''d understand if we were promoting Holt straight from our academy but he has been managing (and doing a good job) elsewhere for a good amount of time.[/quote]Absolutely. It sounds like an excellent choice. I was worried Adams would pick an inexperienced candidate from inside the club, but to have someone alongside him who has been a first-team manager would allay that fear. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Flash 13 Posted June 2, 2014 Good for fitness and discipline, given Holt''s services background. A very good appointment if it comes off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
My name is Robert Brompton 0 Posted June 2, 2014 If this proved to be true then I would be delighted. A man with management experience. a strong believer in fitness and hard work, knows Adams well, has worked under some good managers as a player, and the fact that he always gave his absolute all for our Club is just an added bonus.RB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheap Cheap Cheap Canaries 0 Posted June 2, 2014 Why does our new set up seem as stale as a two week old loaf of bread , the black days are about to return . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dubai Mark 0 Posted June 2, 2014 Appears to be a good choice for the job in hand, but really I guess we all need to wait until we see the complete football management team in place before we can really see just what the club have put in place......I am expecting a very experienced man in the DoF role or whatever they will call it, and will be surprised if thats not the case. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Jenkins 0 Posted June 2, 2014 Good news, Holty has done very well at Falkirk and should form an excellent partnership with NeilGood decision. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TCCANARY 263 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="Cheap Cheap Canaries"]Why does our new set up seem as stale as a two week old loaf of bread , the black days are about to return .[/quote] The black shorts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZLF 261 Posted June 2, 2014 whats not to like about three lungs and given its adams as manager not sure we can expect much better. But can''t say I am inspired... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethnal Yellow and Green 1,557 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="Dubai Mark"]Appears to be a good choice for the job in hand, but really I guess we all need to wait until we see the complete football management team in place before we can really see just what the club have put in place......I am expecting a very experienced man in the DoF role or whatever they will call it, and will be surprised if thats not the case.[/quote] I would be highly, majorly surprised if the Technical Director had ever managed a team before. When you look at people who do similar roles you get Richard Evans at Everton, Mark Cartwright at Stoke and David Woodfine at West Ham. None of these guys are experienced ex-managers but have all the relevant coaching/professional qualifications. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZLF 261 Posted June 2, 2014 I think there is much to be made of around the conditioning of the players (fitness, recovery, diet, psychological support) as well as the strategic planning (data analysis, match prep & summaries) as well as player purchases its clear we are looking at a younger person with a vision who will get the right team and structure in place to support the first team coach in having the right data and resource ready to win games. To me, it will be a relatively unknown person but one who is prepared to adopt and adapt innovative ideas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haggerdoo 6 Posted June 2, 2014 Seems like a decent appointment to me if it happens - can''t believe some of the negativity on here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethnal Yellow and Green 1,557 Posted June 2, 2014 Falkirk have confirmed Holt''s return to Norwich in a ''coaching role'' on their website. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrs miggins 0 Posted June 2, 2014 Good addition if he just part of the coaching, would be a bit worried if he''s appointed assistant manager though tbh. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethnal Yellow and Green 1,557 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="mrs miggins"]Good addition if he just part of the coaching, would be a bit worried if he''s appointed assistant manager though tbh.[/quote]Why be worried if he''s assistant? I what way do you see the two as that different? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ricardo 7,239 Posted June 2, 2014 [quote user="mrs miggins"]Good addition if he just part of the coaching, would be a bit worried if he''s appointed assistant manager though tbh.[/quote]What''s the difference? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badger 2,389 Posted June 2, 2014 Seems like a good appointment to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites