Read from the bottom up ! 13:39 Seems theyre ready to wrap things up at Elland Road. Key talking points - - Festa was at training this morning - McDermott never received written confirmation of his dismissal - Theres confusion over whether the new player met the transfer deadline - McDermott has received written assurances regarding his future, as instructed to do so by LMA - GFH remain in charge, McDermott answers only to them 13:35 McD Ive got assurances in writing 13:35 McD Ross McCormack has been phenomenal. Hes become a real leader. You have to admire what hes done for Leeds United. 13:34 McD All [the owners] have said to me is that I answer to them, whatever happens in the future, I dont know. Theres a lot of speculation, but as far as the ownership is concerned, its still to be resolved. 13:33 Do you feel let down? McD I would suggest this situation should never happen to a football manager 13:33 What would you like to happen? McD Whatever happens, whats the best for Leeds United? Thats the only thing Im concerned about 13:32 McD I dont hold grudges. The most important thing is the Leeds fans, they showed absolute class on Saturday 13:32 Nigel Gibbs has been absolute class. Im delighted we got that result with the team wed been working on throughout the week. 13:31 Festa situation He was at the training ground this morning. I dont know the new player, he arrived deadline day, whether its been ratified by the Football League Im not sure. Hell get the utmost respect and every chance 13:30 You could be in the same situation next week? McD People have said that to me, but how can I not go back? Theres no way Id leave the staff, the players and the supporters... The bigger picture is the stability of this club. 13:29 When did you realise there was no way your sacking was allowed to happen? McD All along it seemed odd, you have to be owner of the football club to sack the manager. I did think it was very strange 13:28 McD Neil (Redfearn) told me Festa had changed the team 13:28 Brian, good to see you, where were you Saturday afternoon? Watching Sky Sports... 13:27 McD My personal feelings are I want to be Leeds United manager, thats it... The support Ive received has been fantastic. 13:26 McD Ive been given assurances that I answer to GFH and GFH only. 13:26 McD I dont know if it was legal or not (his sacking) 13:26 McD Need to put this to bed and move forward, the ownership situation needs to be resolved quickly. 13:25 McD I set the team up on Friday morning, the team you saw on Saturday, it was changed overnight, but we changed it back when Gibbs was put in charge Suggests someone else was in charge between Gibbs and McDermott. 13:24 McD I signed a three-year deal, we spoke about a long-term vision, about the stability required. For me, that hasnt changed. 13:24 On Massimo Cellinos statement saying he wants McD as manager, did that have an impact on his return? Not really. I want to be Leeds United manager. 13:23 Whatever happens, we need some calm. We need this place to be heading in the right direction. Since April (until Friday), when I came in, weve been heading in the right direction. 13:22 You could end up back in the same situation once Cellino takes over. Ive no idea, Ive had certain reassurances, but GFH Capital currently own the football club. We dont know who the new owners will be 13:21 McD Nigel Gibbs showed what a class act he is on Saturday. I was proud of the players, the staff and the fans for coming together on Saturday. Thats why Im back. The fans proved theyre a class act. Its their football club. 13:20 McD The reason Im sitting here is because Ive been reinstated. I want to be Leeds United manager. 13:19 McD Whats gone on? I got a phonecall Friday night from Chris farnell to say Id been relieved of my duties. Saturday morning, I got another phonecall from GFH saying that wasnt the case
Posted on: Mon, 03 Feb 2014 14:02:34 +0000
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