Tom Fox announced as new Villa CEO

[eamonn]

The gushing over Fox's record by Randolph gave me the willies over how he waxed lyrical about Fergie's letter of endorsement of Big 'Eck.

[Toronto Villa]

Nothing will ever come close to that. Nothing

[kippaxvilla2]

I honestly think that Randy has just followed up on his last statement which said if he hadn't found a buyer by the time training recommenced he would focus on the club and the season ahead. 

Since then, we have spent money on players and appointed a new CEO.  I also think he calculated that there was a very real chance of relegation next season so has acted to protect the investment.

Finally, of course, there is a possibility he has had (a temporary at least) change of heart regarding selling up.

[robbo1874]

Whilst not an ideal situation re: takeover, I feel there is a lot to be positive  about this season. Even just a few weeks ago I would describe myself as completely underwhelmed by our prospects for this season. With the signing of Sanchez and our solid away win at Stoke, I'm now fairly optimistic. I think randy has finally wised up, new assistant manager, new CEO, squad shake-up on a budget, with strengthening in the required areas... I think we'll now be comfortably top half finishers. The fact we haven't spunked loads of cash also gives me confidence that if wearer struggling come Jan, we'll be able to strengthen further if necessary once any weaknesses become apparent.

Now come on Villa smash these Geordie fuckers!

Up the Villa!

Been a while since I thought that

[Steve67]

Much more positive feel about the club, including Paul Lambert's management. Hopefully, the next signing is as positive as the last one. Fox just seems a much more forward thinking CEO appointment. I hope!!

[DB]

If we get a crap result today it will all be doom and gloom again with some.

[pauliewalnuts]

I honestly think that Randy has just followed up on his last statement which said if he hadn't found a buyer by the time training recommenced he would focus on the club and the season ahead. 

Since then, we have spent money on players and appointed a new CEO.  I also think he calculated that there was a very real chance of relegation next season so has acted to protect the investment.

Finally, of course, there is a possibility he has had (a temporary at least) change of heart regarding selling up.

Spent money on players, yes, but only 4m. It's hardly a huge outlay.

[peter w]

There may  be something in him having a change of heart but I can't see it. The club was in a malaise and no right-minded businessman would sell an on-going concern with so many pieces missing. It'd be like selling your house but with no kitchen. I see it as Randy doing no more than putting his house in order.

[Dave]

I honestly think that Randy has just followed up on his last statement which said if he hadn't found a buyer by the time training recommenced he would focus on the club and the season ahead. 

Since then, we have spent money on players and appointed a new CEO.  I also think he calculated that there was a very real chance of relegation next season so has acted to protect the investment.

Finally, of course, there is a possibility he has had (a temporary at least) change of heart regarding selling up.

Spent money on players, yes, but only 4m. It's hardly a huge outlay.

We paid for Richardson and Cissokho as well as £4m for Sanchez didn't we?

Obviously it's STILL not a huge outlay, but it's hasn't all been free transfers.

[Malandro]

I honestly think that Randy has just followed up on his last statement which said if he hadn't found a buyer by the time training recommenced he would focus on the club and the season ahead. 

Since then, we have spent money on players and appointed a new CEO.  I also think he calculated that there was a very real chance of relegation next season so has acted to protect the investment.

Finally, of course, there is a possibility he has had (a temporary at least) change of heart regarding selling up.

Spent money on players, yes, but only 4m. It's hardly a huge outlay.

We paid for Richardson and Cissokho as well as £4m for Sanchez didn't we?

Obviously it's STILL not a huge outlay, but it's hasn't all been free transfers.

I think our signings have been pretty good for the money. But when you see the overall league spending table (so far) we are right near the bottom - Burnley, Palace behind us.
But to reiterate I think our squad is now , hopefully, better than 6 or 7 teams.

[Gregorys Boy]

He must be good as his signing got approval from Lord David Pleat today on the radio

[Louzie0]

He must be good as his signing got approval from Lord David Pleat today on the radio

Oooooh!

[pauliewalnuts]

I was wondering, has anyone actually spotted him yet?

Has he started his job? Not seen him on the OS, in the press, at the matches, nothing.

[Malandro]

I was wondering, has anyone actually spotted him yet?

Has he started his job? Not seen him on the OS, in the press, at the matches, nothing.

maybe he's a Fox in the box

[paulcomben]

Faulkner is the new CEO of Forest. Maybe Randy did give him the push, after all, following the coaches' suspensions and the failure of the plan to sign unproven players.