Regarding Sunderland’s hunt for a new head coach, Kristjaan Speakman has provided several updates, highlighting the team’s intention to exercise patience in order to select the best candidate.
The club’s sporting director stated that he expects results to improve in the following weeks as certain key players return from injury and suspension, suggesting that Mike Dodds will likely stay in his position until the summer. Speakman was among several club officials that convened with the supporters collective on March 12, during which Kyril Louis-Dreyfus provided an update on the Black Cats Bar scandal.
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When questioned about the club’s hunt for Michael Beale’s replacement during the meeting, Speakman responded that talks had begun.
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“KS explained that the Club has confidence in the team and the team behind the team,” the minutes stated.
Players will be returning in the upcoming weeks, so even though this is a trying time, we must stick together. He cited Southampton’s outstanding fan base and expressed his belief that they will continue to have a positive outlook on the team. In reference to the search for a head coach, he continued, saying that the team purposefully took a break following Michael Beale’s exit and is currently holding discussions with potential candidates. Formal interviews will follow, followed by a determination.”
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Speakman added that he had more fully understood the views of supporters by asking them informally earlier in the year, and he verified that Beale’s final dismissal was mostly due to the subpar play that was being offered.
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In response to a criticism from fans regarding the reduction in style of play during the season, “KS mentioned that this was also acknowledged within the Club,”
“Improving performance and strengthening the playing identity were the goals. Michael focused too much on not giving up specific kinds of goals in an attempt to get better, which had a detrimental effect on his style of play.
After Beale came fully on his own earlier in the year, Speakman confirmed that a prospective candidate will be permitted to make certain changes to the coaching staff in response to a few concerns expressed by supporters on the hiring process for the new head coach.
“KS confirmed a Head Coach would be able to bring in an assistant coach(es), providing it was an appropriate recommendation,” the minutes stated.
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“He added that the Club are also keen to maintain consistency and continuity across football operations, as like new ideas, input and people, this will aid success.”
Speakman added that, for the first time since his arrival, the team would think about compensating a candidate who was recruited by another club. He did, however, also express his belief that this would not ensure a successful appointment.
“KS felt there was little correlation to a compensation fee and future success – there are simply too many variables,” the minutes stated.
“Opportunities must be viable and sensible, but that does not mean the Club wouldn’t source a Head Coach currently in post at another Club.”
On May 9th, the club and the supporter collective will have their next meeting. You may find the complete minutes of the meeting held this month here.
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