How the next manager works with Brands is absolutely fundamental for me.think he'd actually be a really good appointment plus brands *runs*
If we’re going the DoF route, then the DoF needs to be the senior in the relationship with the manager. That Walsh wasn’t with Koeman turned out to be one of several issues there.
I feel like Silva could fit that more junior role well.
However, for me, Brands being a success is far more important than the next manager being a success. We need a blueprint for managers to follow, and a production line of talent.