Paul Lambert confirmed as new manager (reply #544)

[Jimbo]

Meaning Evil and 5Live both saying today's the day.

Just a thought, when a new manager is unveiled they normally appear either wearing or holding the shirt of the club they have joined. Does this mean we may get a sneak preview of our new shirt at the press conference?

No, no chance. It will be a scarf or last years shirt. Most likely a scarf.
An outside bet might be some claret and blue Elton John style oversized glasses

Don't be daft. He'll be pictured holding an Aston Villa teapot.

[berneboy]

Meaning Evil and 5Live both saying today's the day.

Just a thought, when a new manager is unveiled they normally appear either wearing or holding the shirt of the club they have joined. Does this mean we may get a sneak preview of our new shirt at the press conference?

No, no chance. It will be a scarf or last years shirt. Most likely a scarf.
An outside bet might be some claret and blue Elton John style oversized glasses

Don't be daft. He'll be pictured holding an Aston Villa teapot.

Ooh, can I have one please?

[joe_c]

I think being introduced at the press conference wearing this would demonstrate the requisite amount of vibrancy.

[Olneythelonely]

I think someone young and talented like Samir Carruthers might really be allowed to realise his potential under a manager like Lambert. I'm excited by what I've seen of his natural talent. By the same token he might get Bannan and Gardner and Weimann playing to their strengths and developing into exciting talents too. Let's hope. At least it's something to look forward to.

If we rely on these kids next season, it's the same struggle again. Most of these players aren't ready or potentially good enough. We need to sign at least 3 experienced players IMO. Give some of the kids a run out when we are 2 nil up with 10-15 mins left.

Carruthers, Gardner and Wiemann are definitely good enough, and ready. But they should be conplimenting quality and experience rather than being relied upon.

[The Man With A Stick]

Just been confirmed on twitter and OS, welcome to B6 Mr Lambert!

[serbentoflight]

This is good news.

[The Man With A Stick]

3 year deal too, none of this rolling contract business.

[cdbearsfan]

Good stuff. Well done Villa.

[berneboy]

"The Board of Aston Villa are delighted to confirm that Paul Lambert has been appointed Villa manager."

[JJ-AV]

Welcome aboard, Paul.

[Tokyo Sexwhale]

Done deal!

http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~2794149,00.html

[PaulWinch again]

Get in! Welcome Paul, now lead us to glory.

[ozzjim]

I would assume Bert is waiting for Ian and Gaz to agree their deals. Doubt we will hear until Wednesday now.

[serbentoflight]

Happy summer everyone...

[TaxDodger]

Yay. Welcome Paul, we're all behind you.