I disagree with the notion he was a “puppet “ for Bill. I don’t think he was naive at all. Let’s face it, he was likely earning a living he probably wouldn’t get elsewhere.
He got very agitated and condescending to anyone who questioned the board/chairman , which was pretty telling in a way.
If people want to welcome him back that’s their business. I’m not having a so called journalist gaslighting fans over what transpired. He handled the situation poorly and with contempt, it’s all there for everyone to see.
Propaganda pieces are only going to annoy those already disappointed in him.
If he had been pragmatic between club and fans I don’t think he would be in this situation. He wasn’t. Maybe he was revealing what they think of you with his attitude should you question anything/anyone.
Be subservient and let them all earn a good wage with no disruption. Or the common term used “Just get behind the team”