Mackay urges Rhodes to bide his time over Scot shot

8:12am Tuesday 11th September 2012 in Sport Photograph of the Author By Andy Cryer, Blackburn Rovers reporter

Blackburn Rovers ’ £8million man Jordan Rhodes should take a patient approach to his international dreams, with scoring on a regular basis in the Championship needing to be his immediate priority.

That is the view of former Rovers manager Don Mackay, who has warned the 22-year-old Scottish hot-shot his big money transfer means little until he has proved himself on the field.

Scotland fans are calling for Rhodes to be handed his first competitive start in this evening’s World Cup qualification match against Macedonia at Hampden, after he was left on the bench until the last nine minutes during Saturday’s 0-0 draw with Serbia.

But Mackay, who gave fellow Scot, Colin Hendry, his big chance at Rovers, insists Rhodes has plenty of time to endear himself to the Tartan Army and that he still has a lot to prove before he can expect to become an international regular.

Rhodes’ switch from Huddersfield to Ewood Park last month saw him equal Rovers’ transfer record fee and become English football’s most expensive player outside the top flight.

He is likely to make just his second start for the club in Saturday’s trip to Bristol City and Mackay believes succeeding at domestic level has to be his first challenge.

Mackay, who managed Rovers between 1987 and 1991, said: “It doesn’t really matter what he cost. All that does is show that the owners are prepared to back a promotion push financially but, for the player, there is still everything to prove.

“His goal scoring record is fantastic but that is mostly in League One and now he has to play regularly at Blackburn Rovers and score goals in the Championship on a consistent basis. That is the next aim for him.

“If he plays regularly and scores goals at Blackburn Rovers then of course he will get that big chance for Scotland. It is a simple as that really. Until he does that, you can’t say he is tried and trusted.”

Mackay, who is moving back to Scotland in search for scouting work, believes Rhodes will be a success at Ewood and could even earn similar cult hero status as Hendry did.

He believes Rhodes’ quiet approach is the right way forward and is hopeful Ewood Park will provide the perfect stage for him to prove his talents.

Mackay, 72, said: “It is important he just lets his football do the talking. Playing in the Championship is a whole new challenge and I’m sure it is one he is looking forward to taking on.

“It is encouraging to hear the player has already said the fee means nothing and that he just wants to play for the club and score goals to help them get promoted.

“That is the best and only way he can grow his reputation. When you are playing at a new level, there is no guarantee you will be a success, all you can do is work hard.

“It was like I brought Colin Hendry to Blackburn from Dundee  reserves. He got his head down, worked hard and look at what he achieved. Hopefully Jordan can enjoy similar success at Ewood Park.”

Comments (33)

8:27am Tue 11 Sep 12

Lancs - pensioner says...

We had a promising young Scot called Goodwilley that every one was after, he then got coached by an idiot and Goodwilley now plays for Crystal Palace on loan,
God help you Rhodsey but good luck anyway.
We had a promising young Scot called Goodwilley that every one was after, he then got coached by an idiot and Goodwilley now plays for Crystal Palace on loan, God help you Rhodsey but good luck anyway. Lancs - pensioner

8:32am Tue 11 Sep 12

Rovers 1495 says...

Lancs - pensioner wrote:
We had a promising young Scot called Goodwilley that every one was after, he then got coached by an idiot and Goodwilley now plays for Crystal Palace on loan,
God help you Rhodsey but good luck anyway.
Everyone was after him ? You mean the Police ?
[quote][p][bold]Lancs - pensioner[/bold] wrote: We had a promising young Scot called Goodwilley that every one was after, he then got coached by an idiot and Goodwilley now plays for Crystal Palace on loan, God help you Rhodsey but good luck anyway.[/p][/quote]Everyone was after him ? You mean the Police ? Rovers 1495

8:56am Tue 11 Sep 12

jinkyjase says...

Kean will ruin this kid - guaranteed.
Kean will ruin this kid - guaranteed. jinkyjase

9:14am Tue 11 Sep 12

eddie the eagle says...

Don Mackay one of our top managers did a great job for Rovers,well respected by everybody in football.How did we finish up with the clown we've got now.
Don Mackay one of our top managers did a great job for Rovers,well respected by everybody in football.How did we finish up with the clown we've got now. eddie the eagle

10:49am Tue 11 Sep 12

makaveli96 says...

I thought Rhodes was from Oldham?
I thought Rhodes was from Oldham? makaveli96

11:12am Tue 11 Sep 12

MxMave says...

True and fair enough but this IS the Scottish squad. Surely anyone whos walked on a piece of grass for more than 20 mins should be considered a favourite to start?
True and fair enough but this IS the Scottish squad. Surely anyone whos walked on a piece of grass for more than 20 mins should be considered a favourite to start? MxMave

11:36am Tue 11 Sep 12

Mickstew says...

I like the correction from Dundee utd to just Dundee. I was gonna pick you up on this. Well done.
I like the correction from Dundee utd to just Dundee. I was gonna pick you up on this. Well done. Mickstew

11:57am Tue 11 Sep 12

bburnrover says...

I wish we had Don back he was my favourite manager doing it on a shoe string.
Your correct Jordan is untested at Championship level although a monkey should score two or three a year.
I wish we had Don back he was my favourite manager doing it on a shoe string. Your correct Jordan is untested at Championship level although a monkey should score two or three a year. bburnrover

1:03pm Tue 11 Sep 12

garyintandem says...

Don was the one who started thebig turnaround and was replaced by King Kenny. I hope UncleJack took care of you Don, you deserved it. Wish you were here!
Wembley tonight, Bristol on Saturday
COYB
Don was the one who started thebig turnaround and was replaced by King Kenny. I hope UncleJack took care of you Don, you deserved it. Wish you were here! Wembley tonight, Bristol on Saturday COYB garyintandem

2:30pm Tue 11 Sep 12

jogalot says...

Those are very common sense, down to earth words for Mackay. What a refreshing change!
Those are very common sense, down to earth words for Mackay. What a refreshing change! jogalot

4:29pm Tue 11 Sep 12

juanbbien says...

garyintandem wrote:
Don was the one who started thebig turnaround and was replaced by King Kenny. I hope UncleJack took care of you Don, you deserved it. Wish you were here!
Wembley tonight, Bristol on Saturday
COYB
I think Don Mackay in monetary terms was taken care of by Bill Fox I seem to remember
[quote][p][bold]garyintandem[/bold] wrote: Don was the one who started thebig turnaround and was replaced by King Kenny. I hope UncleJack took care of you Don, you deserved it. Wish you were here! Wembley tonight, Bristol on Saturday COYB[/p][/quote]I think Don Mackay in monetary terms was taken care of by Bill Fox I seem to remember juanbbien

5:16pm Tue 11 Sep 12

Road Runner Road Runner says...

This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC.

Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time.

I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair !

72 ? Wow.

A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure.

Arte et labore
This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC. Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time. I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair ! 72 ? Wow. A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure. Arte et labore Road Runner Road Runner

6:00pm Tue 11 Sep 12

peely says...

Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out !
Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out ! peely

6:42pm Tue 11 Sep 12

champs95 says...

Road Runner Road Runner wrote:
This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC.

Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time.

I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair !

72 ? Wow.

A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure.

Arte et labore
Did he get enough time in '91?
[quote][p][bold]Road Runner Road Runner[/bold] wrote: This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC. Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time. I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair ! 72 ? Wow. A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure. Arte et labore[/p][/quote]Did he get enough time in '91? champs95

6:55pm Tue 11 Sep 12

champs95 says...

peely wrote:
Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out !
He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?
[quote][p][bold]peely[/bold] wrote: Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out ![/p][/quote]He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy? champs95

7:25pm Tue 11 Sep 12

CheltRover says...

champs95 wrote:
peely wrote:
Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out !
He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?
How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team
[quote][p][bold]champs95[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]peely[/bold] wrote: Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out ![/p][/quote]He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?[/p][/quote]How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team CheltRover

7:32pm Tue 11 Sep 12

whappen says...

champs95 wrote:
Road Runner Road Runner wrote: This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC. Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time. I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair ! 72 ? Wow. A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure. Arte et labore
Did he get enough time in '91?
Not really but Uncle Jack (RIP) knew he had to make a statement of intent and it couldn't get much bigger than hiring King Kenny.

Unfortunate for Don but essential for what happened next.

There would have been no Shearer for starters and, ironically, you probably wouldn't have been able to use your pen name.
[quote][p][bold]champs95[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]Road Runner Road Runner[/bold] wrote: This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC. Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time. I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair ! 72 ? Wow. A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure. Arte et labore[/p][/quote]Did he get enough time in '91?[/p][/quote]Not really but Uncle Jack (RIP) knew he had to make a statement of intent and it couldn't get much bigger than hiring King Kenny. Unfortunate for Don but essential for what happened next. There would have been no Shearer for starters and, ironically, you probably wouldn't have been able to use your pen name. whappen

7:36pm Tue 11 Sep 12

peely says...

CheltRover wrote:
champs95 wrote:
peely wrote:
Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out !
He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?
How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team
Scott Sellars was signed by Bobby Saxton I think for around £20 grand in 86 I believe. Great left foot and a good player for Rovers.
[quote][p][bold]CheltRover[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]champs95[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]peely[/bold] wrote: Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out ![/p][/quote]He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?[/p][/quote]How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team[/p][/quote]Scott Sellars was signed by Bobby Saxton I think for around £20 grand in 86 I believe. Great left foot and a good player for Rovers. peely

8:49pm Tue 11 Sep 12

champs95 says...

CheltRover wrote:
champs95 wrote:
peely wrote:
Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out !
He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?
How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team
Agreed, he had a tough time at right back in the early days but he won a medal that Gerrard never will - and he held the door open for me in Manhattan Heights, what a gent.
[quote][p][bold]CheltRover[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]champs95[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]peely[/bold] wrote: Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out ![/p][/quote]He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?[/p][/quote]How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team[/p][/quote]Agreed, he had a tough time at right back in the early days but he won a medal that Gerrard never will - and he held the door open for me in Manhattan Heights, what a gent. champs95

9:08pm Tue 11 Sep 12

Ewood say that! says...

peely wrote:
CheltRover wrote:
champs95 wrote:
peely wrote:
Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out !
He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?
How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team
Scott Sellars was signed by Bobby Saxton I think for around £20 grand in 86 I believe. Great left foot and a good player for Rovers.
i think we paid £35K for sellars.a real bargain and remember fondly singing "scotty scotty beam us up" in the blackburn end.good player,great days even though the club was being run on a shoe string!
[quote][p][bold]peely[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]CheltRover[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]champs95[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]peely[/bold] wrote: Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out ![/p][/quote]He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?[/p][/quote]How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team[/p][/quote]Scott Sellars was signed by Bobby Saxton I think for around £20 grand in 86 I believe. Great left foot and a good player for Rovers.[/p][/quote]i think we paid £35K for sellars.a real bargain and remember fondly singing "scotty scotty beam us up" in the blackburn end.good player,great days even though the club was being run on a shoe string! Ewood say that!

9:15pm Tue 11 Sep 12

blueblooded says...

"Rhodes? We don't need Rhodes where we're going! "

(c) Steve Kean
"Rhodes? We don't need Rhodes where we're going! " (c) Steve Kean blueblooded

11:29pm Tue 11 Sep 12

earwego says...

Dons record at Blackburn P232 W 91 D 64 L 77
Keans record P71 W19 D 16 L 36 Don wins hands down from the bonehead now in charge. What a disgraceful record Kean has. Does anybody know of any other manager with a worst record who kept his job? Answers on a postcard to Pune,the home of the intelligent one.
Dons record at Blackburn P232 W 91 D 64 L 77 Keans record P71 W19 D 16 L 36 Don wins hands down from the bonehead now in charge. What a disgraceful record Kean has. Does anybody know of any other manager with a worst record who kept his job? Answers on a postcard to Pune,the home of the intelligent one. earwego

8:17am Wed 12 Sep 12

A Darener says...

Another outing for Rhodes without a goal. The Keano effect is kicking in!
Another outing for Rhodes without a goal. The Keano effect is kicking in! A Darener

9:31am Wed 12 Sep 12

P888HOW says...

CheltRover wrote:
champs95 wrote:
peely wrote:
Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out !
He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?
How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team
Mark Atkins, good guy ,i used to she him going in for training every day ,and during close season.( on his own) he worked very hard , he was better than most of this shower at the mo. Hope your well Mark !!!
[quote][p][bold]CheltRover[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]champs95[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]peely[/bold] wrote: Brought us some big name signings in the likes of Steve Archibald, Frank Stapleton , Kevin Moran and Ossie Ardiles ! Donut & pension robber out ![/p][/quote]He bought some future stars as well, Hendry, Atkins, Price and was Sellars his buy?[/p][/quote]How we used to slate Atko at the time. He would be such an asset in this current team[/p][/quote]Mark Atkins, good guy ,i used to she him going in for training every day ,and during close season.( on his own) he worked very hard , he was better than most of this shower at the mo. Hope your well Mark !!! P888HOW

11:43am Wed 12 Sep 12

makaveli96 says...

“It was like I brought Colin Hendry to Blackburn from Dundee reserves. He got his head down, worked hard and look at what he achieved. Hopefully Jordan can enjoy similar success at Ewood Park.”

- Paddy Power
“It was like I brought Colin Hendry to Blackburn from Dundee reserves. He got his head down, worked hard and look at what he achieved. Hopefully Jordan can enjoy similar success at Ewood Park.” - Paddy Power makaveli96

11:43am Wed 12 Sep 12

Sportivo says...

Don Mackay was 'MY' first Rovers manager. He did a wonderful job on a shoestring. I particularly remember the 88/89 season with fondness. We came so close to Division 1 through the play-offs.

What a great team... Terry Gennoe, Colin Hendry, Mark Atkins, Chris Sulley, Nicky Reid, David Mail, John Millar, Howard Gayle, Andy Kennedy, Scott Sellars and of course Simon Garner.

Hendry and Atkins of course stayed to win us the title, but they are all my heroes. They gave 100% and win or lose, that's what always mattered to me.

I'll be taking my son to the Rovers for the first time this season. I wonder if Rhodes, Gomes, Murphy, Robinson etc will become his heroes?
Don Mackay was 'MY' first Rovers manager. He did a wonderful job on a shoestring. I particularly remember the 88/89 season with fondness. We came so close to Division 1 through the play-offs. What a great team... Terry Gennoe, Colin Hendry, Mark Atkins, Chris Sulley, Nicky Reid, David Mail, John Millar, Howard Gayle, Andy Kennedy, Scott Sellars and of course Simon Garner. Hendry and Atkins of course stayed to win us the title, but they are all my heroes. They gave 100% and win or lose, that's what always mattered to me. I'll be taking my son to the Rovers for the first time this season. I wonder if Rhodes, Gomes, Murphy, Robinson etc will become his heroes? Sportivo

2:04pm Wed 12 Sep 12

Road Runner Road Runner says...

whappen wrote:
champs95 wrote:
Road Runner Road Runner wrote: This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC. Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time. I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair ! 72 ? Wow. A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure. Arte et labore
Did he get enough time in '91?
Not really but Uncle Jack (RIP) knew he had to make a statement of intent and it couldn't get much bigger than hiring King Kenny.

Unfortunate for Don but essential for what happened next.

There would have been no Shearer for starters and, ironically, you probably wouldn't have been able to use your pen name.
I guess you have your answer there Champ95, and thanks to whappen for that

Mr Mackay most certainly became the recipient of BRFC's well known family orientated blessings.

IMO, DM can most certainly forever have a hand in the success that followed with his steady and committed tenure at BRFC.

Let us hope that the trait BRFC are renowned for continues ?

Arte et labore
[quote][p][bold]whappen[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]champs95[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]Road Runner Road Runner[/bold] wrote: This was the guy who injected new optimism into the era at BRFC. Under Mackay Liverpool University carried out a survey on the 'meanest defense' at the time such was the exemplary nature of the man and his charges at the time. I've never forgotten him for the efforts he gave to BRFC, and I also include the Crystal Palace 2 legged affair ! 72 ? Wow. A top top man and I thank him for re-energizing BRFC in his tenure. Arte et labore[/p][/quote]Did he get enough time in '91?[/p][/quote]Not really but Uncle Jack (RIP) knew he had to make a statement of intent and it couldn't get much bigger than hiring King Kenny. Unfortunate for Don but essential for what happened next. There would have been no Shearer for starters and, ironically, you probably wouldn't have been able to use your pen name.[/p][/quote]I guess you have your answer there Champ95, and thanks to whappen for that Mr Mackay most certainly became the recipient of BRFC's well known family orientated blessings. IMO, DM can most certainly forever have a hand in the success that followed with his steady and committed tenure at BRFC. Let us hope that the trait BRFC are renowned for continues ? Arte et labore Road Runner Road Runner

2:13pm Wed 12 Sep 12

A Darener says...

Let us hope that the trait BRFC are renowned for continues ?" What do you mean continues? Their reputation has been decimated by the current regime and until they are history any feelings for the club have been put on hold by the majority of decent minded football fans.
Let us hope that the trait BRFC are renowned for continues ?" What do you mean continues? Their reputation has been decimated by the current regime and until they are history any feelings for the club have been put on hold by the majority of decent minded football fans. A Darener

4:59pm Wed 12 Sep 12

silverstan says...

Another great young talent destined for the Kean scrap heap !!!!!!
Another great young talent destined for the Kean scrap heap !!!!!! silverstan

9:02pm Wed 12 Sep 12

icannotrace says...

If Rhodes is as good as everybody thinks then he should be the first name on the Scottish team sheet. It's not like the Scots have a team full of talent. Also If Rhodes is as good as everybody thinks then he must be having a Ryan Giggs moment if he's signed up for Scotland
If Rhodes is as good as everybody thinks then he should be the first name on the Scottish team sheet. It's not like the Scots have a team full of talent. Also If Rhodes is as good as everybody thinks then he must be having a Ryan Giggs moment if he's signed up for Scotland icannotrace

9:11pm Wed 12 Sep 12

RTID says...

About time we bought someone not just with promise of being good.

Although saying that I applaud the powers that be for generally trying to build a young skillful squad - we all know the reason why it hasn't worked.
About time we bought someone not just with promise of being good. Although saying that I applaud the powers that be for generally trying to build a young skillful squad - we all know the reason why it hasn't worked. RTID

11:57am Thu 13 Sep 12

Reg Rover says...

KEAN TARGETS SINGH
Nowhere has the rise of the owner-manager been more acutely felt than at Blackburn Rovers were the influence of bogus advisors and board room pig-headedness led to the demise of one manager, Sam Allardyce, and the appointment of an inferior replacement, resulting in relegation. Now Steve Kean confesses he has not even seen three of his deadline-day signings play live, having come as recommendations from Blackburn’s global advisor Shebby Singh (pic above).
It is dangerous enough when these owner-manager schemes are headed up by men like Roman Abramovich, who provide the investment to support their whims, when it is the mere work of stooges, calamity awaits.
But is Shebby Singh to blame, Kean indicates the players were signed on Shebby’s say so.
Why has Kean come out with this statement? He knew it would receive ridicule in the National press or was that Kean’s purpose? Judging on Kean’s past exploits I suspect it was.
Let me ask you all a question. When Rovers scattergun player recruitment policy was in operation last season, and Rovers signed a ‘ load of dross’ resulting in relegation, do you think for one minute Kean actually saw most of those signing’s play. No he did not.
He has already stated that he was burdened with players “not of his choice” as he played his usual blame game following relegation.
Then who did sign those players and bring them to the club, none other than Jerome (the man who ruined Blackburn Rovers) Anderson including his son Myles (yet to kick a ball for the Rovers) Anderson. Did Kean go to the National press then?. No he did not. Because Kean knows he is beholding to Anderson for having landed the Rovers job in the first place.
But Shebby Singh is another matter. If things go wrong, as they will, Shebby will get the blame. He is a convenient scape goat for Kean.
Kean plays a waiting game. He did it with Paul Hunt, successfully removing him Ewood Park six months after Hunt wanted Kean sacking. Kean wants rid of Shebby Singh.
Shebby you are up against a slippery, conniving opponent.
BEWARE.
Reg.
www.regoftherovers.c
o.uk
KEAN TARGETS SINGH Nowhere has the rise of the owner-manager been more acutely felt than at Blackburn Rovers were the influence of bogus advisors and board room pig-headedness led to the demise of one manager, Sam Allardyce, and the appointment of an inferior replacement, resulting in relegation. Now Steve Kean confesses he has not even seen three of his deadline-day signings play live, having come as recommendations from Blackburn’s global advisor Shebby Singh (pic above). It is dangerous enough when these owner-manager schemes are headed up by men like Roman Abramovich, who provide the investment to support their whims, when it is the mere work of stooges, calamity awaits. But is Shebby Singh to blame, Kean indicates the players were signed on Shebby’s say so. Why has Kean come out with this statement? He knew it would receive ridicule in the National press or was that Kean’s purpose? Judging on Kean’s past exploits I suspect it was. Let me ask you all a question. When Rovers scattergun player recruitment policy was in operation last season, and Rovers signed a ‘ load of dross’ resulting in relegation, do you think for one minute Kean actually saw most of those signing’s play. No he did not. He has already stated that he was burdened with players “not of his choice” as he played his usual blame game following relegation. Then who did sign those players and bring them to the club, none other than Jerome (the man who ruined Blackburn Rovers) Anderson including his son Myles (yet to kick a ball for the Rovers) Anderson. Did Kean go to the National press then?. No he did not. Because Kean knows he is beholding to Anderson for having landed the Rovers job in the first place. But Shebby Singh is another matter. If things go wrong, as they will, Shebby will get the blame. He is a convenient scape goat for Kean. Kean plays a waiting game. He did it with Paul Hunt, successfully removing him Ewood Park six months after Hunt wanted Kean sacking. Kean wants rid of Shebby Singh. Shebby you are up against a slippery, conniving opponent. BEWARE. Reg. www.regoftherovers.c o.uk Reg Rover

6:43pm Thu 13 Sep 12

Phil Simpson says...

I'd rather Rhodes avoided Scotland caps. It would just be another shop window for Premier League teams to look into.
I'd rather Rhodes avoided Scotland caps. It would just be another shop window for Premier League teams to look into. Phil Simpson

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