Brian McDermott

[K-Zazu]

Not heard a peep from him for a while, is this normal for a director of football? I would like to hear an update about what the plan going forward is, from the guy that’s meant to be in control of the footballing side of things

[Bridge hibs]

Not heard a peep from him for a while, is this normal for a director of football? I would like to hear an update about what the plan going forward is, from the guy that’s meant to be in control of the footballing side of things

How many DOFs update on plans going forward ? He is identifying players to improve the team and is helping other players find clubs

What exactly do you want him to say ?

[JohnM1875]

How many DOFs update on plans going forward ? He is identifying players to improve the team and is helping other players find clubs

What exactly do you want him to say ?

Maybe tell us what he is having for Burns Night? If he even likes haggis? What shoe size he is?

[Viva_Palmeiras]

At this time of year are we better with a DoF that takes actions or talks a good game?

Surely we need him tk be getting his head down and pulling out all the stops.
When the window slams shut will be a point of initial reflection.

he speaks well seems geniune, knowledgeable and seems the club has got under his skin. But time will tell.

[Unseen work]

I always find it odd how when we go through a tricky spell people want to hear from the DOF etc.

I’d much rather they’re in the background and do their work without getting any media attention.

That Cormack at Aberdeen is cringey beyond belief

[K-Zazu]

How many DOFs update on plans going forward ? He is identifying players to improve the team and is helping other players find clubs

What exactly do you want him to say ?

I don’t know that’s why I was asking

[Bridge hibs]

I don’t know that’s why I was asking

So what do you want him to say ?

[Bridge hibs]

I always find it odd how when we go through a tricky spell people want to hear from the DOF etc.

I’d much rather they’re in the background and do their work without getting any media attention.

That Cormack at Aberdeen is cringey beyond beliefYep, the tea lady is currently under Police protection, radges on X were demanding a statement or else the tea pot gets it

[HoboHarry]

Maybe tell us what he is having for Burns Night? If he even likes haggis? What shoe size he is?
Aw here, he better like haggis or he can GTF....

[JohnM1875]

Aw here, he better like haggis or he can GTF....

Have to admit, it’s a dealbreaker for me as well.

[VoltaireHibs]

Not heard a peep from him for a while, is this normal for a director of football? I would like to hear an update about what the plan going forward is, from the guy that’s meant to be in control of the footballing side of things

DOF's should be unseen and unheard imo. No need .

[cocopops1875]

Maybe tell us what he is having for Burns Night? If he even likes haggis? What shoe size he is?

1. Lasagna
2. Hates it but like most with that opinion has never actually tried it.
3. Size 10 on the left foot and 9 on the right, he’s a well respected member of an odd shoe wearers Facebook group and has a longstanding reciprocal arrangement with a guy called Keith from Idaho who is a 10 on the right and 9 on the left for shoe trades.

Hope this helps

[Jack]

We'll hear nothing but muzak until the big deals done.

[hibsbollah]

Id be quite happy for him to front a fly on the wall documentary about how Hearts stole all the poppy money.

Until then, i’m also fine if he sticks to his 9/5 job.

[overdrive]

I always find it odd how when we go through a tricky spell people want to hear from the DOF etc.

I’d much rather they’re in the background and do their work without getting any media attention.

That Cormack at Aberdeen is cringey beyond belief

Cormack is the chairman and investor at the Sheep not their DoF.

[cocopops1875]

Cormack is the chairman and investor at the Sheep not their DoF.

Unseen Work did say DOF “Etc” which means in my opinion he is aware of Cormack’s title at Aberdeen

[Baader]

He's the DoF. Not the owner, chairman or CEO. So he shouldn't be saying anything right now.

[Winston Ingram]

Monty was McDermott’s appointment.

[Dmas]

Anyone know if his role is affected with the Foley investment? read on the investor thread that there’s a rumour of foley being in control of football operations, I think this may be on the back of what’s going on at Man Utd rather than any facts but it did get me thinking he’s not been seen or heard much

[Scorrie]

Monty was McDermott’s appointment.

Did McDermott also appoint LJ and Maloney or was that BK? Genuine question as not sure what falls within remit of DOF these days

[Winston Ingram]

Did McDermott also appoint LJ and Maloney or was that BK? Genuine question as not sure what falls within remit of DOF these days

Obviously not, as he wasn't here.

[Scorrie]

Obviously not, as he wasn't here.

Ah neither he was. Apologies for daft question. Shouldn’t post before having a coffee in morning!

[RIP]

Monty was McDermott’s appointment.

Wasn't it a panel appointment between McDermott, Kensell and Gordon?

When in role, Nick reports to Brian (as we know) but such a major appointment is never the sole responsibility of one board member.

[Winston Ingram]

Ah neither he was. Apologies for daft question. Shouldn’t post before having a coffee in morning!

Traditionally it is the job of the DoF to find the manager. They'll likely go through an interview process with the board but it's ultimately up to DoF.

This is why i think Monty's not gone already. This is McDermott's first appointment and it's on him if it fails so i'd imagine he'll be insisting he gets as long as he can.

[Chipper1875]

Traditionally it is the job of the DoF to find the manager. They'll likely go through an interview process with the board but it's ultimately up to DoF.

This is why i think Monty's not gone already. This is McDermott's first appointment and it's on him if it fails so i'd imagine he'll be insisting he gets as long as he can.

Ian Gordon and Ben went to Dubai to meet Monty not DoF. Ian makes the big decisions not DoF. Also, press coverage it’s Ian that is quoted . DoF involved in the process.

[Viva_Palmeiras]

Did McDermott also appoint LJ and Maloney or was that BK? Genuine question as not sure what falls within remit of DOF these days

Brian came in Post LJ.

[Viva_Palmeiras]

Why don’t we just get a big bus and throw everyone under it?

Is this really where some folks have got to with Hibs?

So do we have zero redeeming features?

We’ve just recruited 3 players isn’t it?
Some a matter of hours before a game against the gers we’ve struggled with - along with others.

let’s not turn our club into a post Fergie Aberdeen.

[flash]

Traditionally it is the job of the DoF to find the manager. They'll likely go through an interview process with the board but it's ultimately up to DoF.

This is why i think Monty's not gone already. This is McDermott's first appointment and it's on him if it fails so i'd imagine he'll be insisting he gets as long as he can.

"Not gone already".

Gies peace.

[DarlingtonHibee]

Traditionally it is the job of the DoF to find the manager. They'll likely go through an interview process with the board but it's ultimately up to DoF.

This is why i think Monty's not gone already. This is McDermott's first appointment and it's on him if it fails so i'd imagine he'll be insisting he gets as long as he can.

Bloody hell 😳 Not gone already. Ffs...

[JimBHibees]

Traditionally it is the job of the DoF to find the manager. They'll likely go through an interview process with the board but it's ultimately up to DoF.

This is why i think Monty's not gone already. This is McDermott's first appointment and it's on him if it fails so i'd imagine he'll be insisting he gets as long as he can.

Not gone already dear oh dear

[Viva_Palmeiras]

Not heard a peep from him for a while, is this normal for a director of football? I would like to hear an update about what the plan going forward is, from the guy that’s meant to be in control of the footballing side of things

Actions better than words perhaps?

[VoltaireHibs]

Actions better than words perhaps?

He'll be lying on his office floor in a pool of sweat right now.

[neil7908]

Actions better than words perhaps?

Nah, he should have been hosting a series of drop in sessions across the UK to speak to Hibs fans up and down country. A much better use of his time than identifying players...

[Callum_62]

Cannie believe B McD has been so workshy

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[K-Zazu]

Actions better than words perhaps?

Let’s hope so eh

[Viva_Palmeiras]

Let’s hope so eh

glad you’re around hadn’t heard a peep :)

[allezsauzee]

I'd rather he kept his cards close to his chest to be honest. I don't really feel the need to know in advance what his plans are as long as he's doing a good job. I'd say the recruitment has been significantly better since he's arrived but we have a few years of neglect/incompetent recruitment to overcome so it's not going to be an overnight job.

[Since452]

If the loans can propel us up the league and change our performances then he'll deserve the credit. Time will tell.

[JimBHibees]

This is why i think Monty's not gone already.

He hasn’t gone already because it would be absolutely moronic to do so.

[Wilson]

He hasn’t gone already because it would be absolutely moronic to do so.

Hardly.

There would be a business case for letting him go and a business case for keeping him. Results aren't good enough. Fact and with the statistics to prove it. It wouldn't be moronic to hold your hands up and admit you had hoped for better. You could argue that it would be moronic to persevere with the wrong man for fear of losing face.

Not that I think we're doing that. The club obviously have a lot of faith in Monty and his playing style. Faith that still needs to be realised in performances and results though.

[Brightside]

"Not gone already".

Gies peace.

Could you imagine getting rid of a manager so quickly. Especially when we have signed up to his ideas and philosophy. Basket case stuff.

[Hibee Daft]

Lee Johnson didnt last long under McDermott

[Rumble de Thump]

Hardly.

There would be a business case for letting him go and a business case for keeping him. Results aren't good enough. Fact and with the statistics to prove it. It wouldn't be moronic to hold your hands up and admit you had hoped for better. You could argue that it would be moronic to persevere with the wrong man for fear of losing face.

Not that I think we're doing that. The club obviously have a lot of faith in Monty and his playing style. Faith that still needs to be realised in performances and results though.

No. It would just be moronic.

[Since452]

Could you imagine getting rid of a manager so quickly. Especially when we have signed up to his ideas and philosophy. Basket case stuff.

Did we not get rid of Maloney quicker? We have previous. I don't think he'll be sacked though unless we find ourselves in a relegation scrap.

[Wilson]

No. It would just be moronic.

Okay.

[Northernhibee]

Was he recruited by Kensell and:or Ian Gordon as well?

Might be another worth punting if so. A proper clear out.

[HendoDelivered]

McDermott seems all for the manager going by his interview before the game.

[Gloucester Hibs]

Wouldn’t trust him with another managerial appointment tbh. Or another transfer window.

[ScottB]

Hopefully the Black Knight guys can send us someone that can run the football operations / pick a decent manager / plan a decent transfer window.

[Unseen work]

McDerrmot was a decent manager, I don’t believe he watches us and thinks we’re any good

[Wheat Hound]

Another failure of an appointment. Crying out for experienced & capable defenders and he recruits 3 x 20yr old loan defenders. Shambles

[PH91]

Our recruitment since Ross left has been a disgrace. I haven't seen anything from BM to suggest it is going to change soon.

We might have millions to spend in the summer but it won't get us anywhere if it's the same people spending it.

[Chorley Hibee]

I've never understood why so many people on here have spoken about him as if he's some sage of the game.

Quite how he approached that window just gone with the idea that two 20 year old, pretty much untried centre halves, as being the answer to our on-going issues there, is beyond me.

[7Hero]

Brian McDermott has said more than once he was surprised he got the Hibs job.

Kind of says it all that.

Doesn't it ?

[Is It On....]

Our recruitment since Ross left has been a disgrace. I haven't seen anything from BM to suggest it is going to change soon.

We might have millions to spend in the summer but it won't get us anywhere if it's the same people spending it.

You mean our recruitment since Mathie left has been a shambles. Don't forget, lots of people wanted him gone because we missed McGrath and were pleased when he went .

[Chipper1875]

They said they wanted someone with experience of Scottish fitba and then appoint someone with no experience of Scottish fitba . Ian Gordon and Ben Kensell have no clue about running fitba side of a fitba club

[Chipper1875]

You mean our recruitment since Mathie left has been a shambles. Don't forget, lots of people wanted him gone because we missed McGrath and were pleased when he went .

He signed Tait and Dan McKay both useless

[Hibees1973]

Can anyone here seriously say that recruitment has improved since Mathie left. Really.

Recruitment has had loads more money at their disposal than Mathie had, yet the squad we have now is a disaster.

[Torto7062]

Spoke to Brian in the Chairman's Club after the game and some arse tried to give him it tight.
Fair play to him he kept his cool and walked away from daft.
Clear to see he wasn't happy with the performance today

[ScottB]

He can go with the manager he appointed, quite what he adds or has improved is a mystery.

Maybe Black Knight employ some folk who know what they’re doing…

[Slim Shady]

Brian McDermott has said more than once he was surprised he got the Hibs job.

Kind of says it all that.

Doesn't it ?

Even worse he said he didn’t want the job.

Only reason he got the gig was Lee Johnson and his old man putting him forward
For it.

This came from Brian himself at a sponsors breakfast.

Nice guy but he’s a weirdo

[K-Zazu]

Even worse he said he didn’t want the job.

Only reason he got the gig was Lee Johnson and his old man putting him forward
For it.

This came from Brian himself at a sponsors breakfast.

Nice guy but he’s a weirdo

This is pretty worrying, the whole football side of things is in a worse state than I thought it was

[Itsnoteasy]

Even worse he said he didn’t want the job.

Only reason he got the gig was Lee Johnson and his old man putting him forward
For it.

This came from Brian himself at a sponsors breakfast.

Nice guy but he’s a weirdo

Nice guy but weirdo. The two don't add up.

[Since452]

Kensell, McDermott, Montgomery. None of them have a clue about Scottish football. Montgomery nothing but a vanity project who I now feel a bit sorry for as he's so far out of his depth. Whoever appointed him has shown a complete lack of respect to our league and must think it's a walk in the park. Signing a bunch of kids on loan in January to try and change our season. Do me a favour. Absolutely clueless about what Scottish football is all about and we're headed for the playoffs or worse.

[CallumHibs07]

Whenever I listen to him its as if everything's all rosey. Seems like he's treating it as some cushy wee job at the end of his career. "Ben's doing great, nice family club, lots of good characters around" :yawn:

Nowhere near ambitious enough

[The Baldmans Comb]

Hibs fans are as daft as they come and more.🥱

Scratch below the surface and the Scottish football world knew exactly why McDermott got the job he never even wanted, who recommended him out of nowhere, why the position was created which was nothing to do with football and everything about protecting the Chief Executive.

Kensel when he is around and not entertaining his invited English mates in corporate gave the game away in Montgomerys first presser by making sure the whole world knew this was McDermotts call and not his.

Ever felt you were getting played as these guys plus Johnson and his cronies treat Scottish football with utter contempt and total disrespect.

[SickBoy32]

Hibs fans are as daft as they come and more.🥱

Scratch below the surface and the Scottish football world knew exactly why McDermott got the job he never even wanted, who recommended him out of nowhere, why the position was created which was nothing to do with football and everything about protecting the Chief Executive.

Kensel when he is around and not entertaining his invited English mates in corporate gave the game away in Montgomerys first presser by making sure the whole world knew this was McDermotts call and not his.

Ever felt you were getting played as these guys plus Johnson and his cronies treat Scottish football with utter contempt and total disrespect.

Not sure on your first line to be honest, but the rest is absolutely spot on.

Kensell and McDermott need emptied before we even think about appointing a new manager.

[LewysGot2]

Hibs fans are as daft as they come and more.🥱

Scratch below the surface and the Scottish football world knew exactly why McDermott got the job he never even wanted, who recommended him out of nowhere, why the position was created which was nothing to do with football and everything about protecting the Chief Executive.

Kensel when he is around and not entertaining his invited English mates in corporate gave the game away in Montgomerys first presser by making sure the whole world knew this was McDermotts call and not his.

Ever felt you were getting played as these guys plus Johnson and his cronies treat Scottish football with utter contempt and total disrespect.

Come on, Sam. Yup, you've been consistent both on here and elsewhere in your assertions "the English" underestimate us. You've been saying it about BK, LJ and now BMcD.

Pretty poor take on your fellow Hibs fans, though. A bit like the things you're accusing our (English born) custodians of. Disrespect and contempt...

[The Captain....]

I've never understood why so many people on here have spoken about him as if he's some sage of the game.

Quite how he approached that window just gone with the idea that two 20 year old, pretty much untried centre halves, as being the answer to our on-going issues there, is beyond me.We say one thing, then do the exact opposite. Manager repeatedly stated he wanted first team ready players that could make an impact. That's not what happened.

There is no coherent plan to squad build at the club. A scattergun policy of hoping to find an unpolished gem from the mountain of ***** we sign so we can trade them for a couple of million is as close to a model as we get.

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